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Integration experiences of internationally educated diagnostic radiographers working in the UK

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  • Elaine Wilkinson
  • Edozie Iweka
  • Beverley Snaith
  • David Omiyi

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Background: The current diagnostic radiography workforce issues in the UK have led to active recruitment strategies to employ radiographers from overseas. Research into the experience of nurses and other healthcare professions migrating to the UK to work in the NHS report challenges to that transition, however there is a paucity in the research into the experiences of internationally trained diagnostic radiographers. Method: This study aimed to explore the experiences of internationally educated diagnostic radiographers (IEDR) working in the UK and their intentions to remain. A UK-wide electronic survey was distributed through research and professional networks and social media in October 2023. Eligibility criteria were diagnostic radiographers, internationally educated, and currently working in the UK. 226 responses were received. Findings: There were positive responses related to the workplace support received (positive correlation r > .60 with statistical significance p

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  • Elaine Wilkinson & Edozie Iweka & Beverley Snaith & David Omiyi, 2025. "Integration experiences of internationally educated diagnostic radiographers working in the UK," PLOS ONE, Public Library of Science, vol. 20(6), pages 1-15, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:plo:pone00:0325446
    DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0325446
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