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Abstract #5161

A Multiregional Study of MRI Services Between Huế (Vietnam), Adelaide (Australia), and Houston (America)

Haley Vu1, Vi Phan2, and Ngoc Thanh Hoang3
1University of South Australia & South Australia Medical Imaging, Adelaide, Australia, 2Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX, United States, 3University of Medicine and Pharmacy & Hue University, Hue, Vietnam

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Motivation: Understanding variances in MRI services between different countries serves as a foundation for enhancing global MRI services, fostering the attainment of equitable and high-quality healthcare services globally.

Goal(s): What are differences in MRI services among Huế, Adelaide, and Houston, and what are the implications for global MRI service enhancement?

Approach: Data on various dimensions of MRI services was collected to investigate differences and similarities in technological infrastructure, image acquisition, service delivery, cost structures, professional expertise, and prevalent policies surrounding MRI services.

Results: The investigation revealed substantial discrepancies between cities; however, there are similarities in service delivery and training processes.

Impact: The study lays as a groundwork for the enhancement of global MRI services by identifying MRI service disparities among different regions, with the ultimate goal of fostering equitable and high-quality healthcare services globally.

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