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. 2009 Feb;192(2):403-7.
doi: 10.2214/AJR.08.1571.

Breast imaging fellowships in the United States: who, what, and where?

Shrujal S Baxi  1 , Laura Liberman, Carol Lee, Elena B Elkin
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Breast imaging fellowships in the United States: who, what, and where?

Shrujal S Baxi et al. AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2009 Feb.

Abstract

Objective: The purpose of this study was to determine the characteristics of fellowship programs offering breast imaging training and their success in filling positions.

Conclusion: A comprehensive list of fellowship training opportunities in breast imaging may help potential applicants identify relevant programs.

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