Neurointervention.  2020 Jul;15(2):55-59. 10.5469/neuroint.2019.00283.

International Survey on Criteria for Training and Accreditation in Interventional Neuroradiology

• Song Y
• Kim M
• Söderman M
• Suh DC
• Berg Rvd

• KMID: 2503389
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.5469/neuroint.2019.00283

Abstract

Purpose
With the rapid expansion of the field of interventional neuroradiology (INR) and the diverse background of aspiring neuro-interventionists, there is an ever increasing need to establish consensus criteria for training and accreditation in INR.
Materials and Methods
We performed a survey to explore the current state of criteria for training and accreditation in INR. The questionnaire consisting of 11 questions was emailed to the members of World Federation of Interventional and Therapeutic Neuroradiology (WFITN) worldwide. It was focused on the training charter, training program, qualifying examination, and education after training program as perceived by practitioners in each country.
Results
A total of 52 WFITN members in 19 countries responded to the questionnaire. There was a huge variation internationally and nationally due to the unique situation and challenges in each country and institution. Criteria for training and accreditation in INR were well established in some countries of Europe, North America, and Asia but not specified in other countries.
Conclusion
It is critical to establish consensus criteria for training and accreditation in INR in order to ensure safe practice and continued expansion and development of INR as a specialty.

Keyword

Interventional neuroradiology; Accreditation; Training; Medical education

Figure

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  Fig. 1. Number of respondents in each country. Total of 52 World Federation of Interventional and Therapeutic Neuroradiology members in 19 countries. The letters on the x-axis represent each country included in the survey.

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  Fig. 2. Presence of training charter for expertise in interventional neuroradiology in accordance with the guidelines of the World Federation of Interventional and Therapeutic Neuroradiology.

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  Fig. 3. Content of training program and percentage of respondents (n=34) by each subject. AVM, arteriovenous malformation; AV, arteriovenous; IVR, interventional radiology.

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