Recommended limits on resident work hours and the radiology community’s response

The Institute of Medicine has called for further restrictions on resident duty hours and improved supervision.

• In 2003, the ACGME established duty hour limits to enhance patient safety and support resident well-being.
• A report by the Institute of Medicine highlights concerns regarding patient safety related to resident work hours.
• Recommendations from the report include additional restrictions on duty hours and increased supervision for residents.
• The response from the radiology community regarding these recommendations is also discussed.

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