Radiography Students' Clinical Experiences with Technologists Influence Professional Identity

50.9% of radiography graduates reported exclusively positive clinical experiences with technologists; 40% mixed, 9.1% negative. Negative interactions diminished motivation and influenced career choices, reports a qualitative study.

• Qualitative survey of 55 US radiography graduates (2013–2024) using 6 open-ended questions.
• Participants with negative experiences often consciously decided never to repeat such behaviors as future instructors.
• Limitations: Retrospective self-report, small sample, single country, potential selection bias.

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