scholarly journals Acceptance of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) among radiologists in Saudi Arabia

2022 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 154-157
Author(s):  
Abdullah Alamoudi ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Machine Learning ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Radiology Department ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Mixed Response ◽  
Mixed Feelings ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), in the new age of technological progress, provide huge benefits to every area of employment, ranging from IT to health care. To assess the knowledge of, attitude towards, and in-practice use of artificial intelligence and machine learning among radiology residents and faculty radiologists. A web-based questionnaire was distributed via Google Drive to 55 radiologists in the central region of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The questionnaire comprised two sections: three questions regarding demographics and three questions regarding the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of AI and ML in radiology. A total of 55 respondents (100%) completed the survey. The majority of respondents claimed familiarity with AI and ML (61.8%). Most radiologists (54.5%) expressed mixed feelings regarding the benefits of AI and ML applications in radiology. Regarding usability, a mixed response was received: 49.1% supported its usability and 45.5% were uncertain of the usability of AI and ML in radiology. Several studies have been conducted which have suggested the usability of AI and ML and their incorporation into the radiology department. The majority of radiologists in Saudi Arabia support the use of AI and ML. Further investigation into the usability of these tools is needed.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding COVID-19 among medical and allied health students in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 114
Author(s):  
Eddieson Pasay-an ◽  
Ferdinand Gonzales ◽  
MahaSanat Alreshidi ◽  
Jupiter Cajigal ◽  
WireenLeila Dator ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Allied Health ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Allied Health Students ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitudes and practices toward prevention of hepatitis B virus infection among medical students at Northern Border University, Arar, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

10.19082/5388 ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (9) ◽  
pp. 5388-5394 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammed Ali Alhowaish ◽  
Jawaher Ali Alhowaish ◽  
Yasser Hamoud Alanazi ◽  
Muhari Mana Alshammari ◽  
Mushref Saeid Alshammari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Hepatitis B Virus ◽  
Medical Students ◽  
Virus Infection ◽  
Hepatitis B Virus Infection ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Northern Border ◽  
B Virus ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitude and management of hearing screening in children among family physicians in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (8) ◽  
pp. e0256647
Author(s):  
Ola Alqudah ◽  
Safa Alqudah ◽  
Ahmad M. Al-Bashaireh ◽  
Nouf Alharbi ◽  
Alia Mohammad Alqudah
Keyword(s):  
Hearing Loss ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Family Physicians ◽  
Hearing Screening ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Neonatal Hearing Screening ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Background Early detection and management of hearing loss are important to develop ordinary speaking language and academic skills during childhood. Lack of knowledge by either parents or health care providers could hinder the process of hearing loss diagnosis, such that the intervention will be less effective. There is little evidence about the knowledge and practice of family physicians regarding hearing screening in Saudi Arabia and worldwide. Objectives This study aimed to assess family physicians’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to hearing loss in children. This in turn will help policy makers and educational institutions to establish and promote a program concerned with screening, diagnosis and intervention of paediatric hearing loss. Methods A cross-sectional descriptive study enrolled 133 family physicians working at primary health centres in Saudi Arabia from March 2020 to September 2020. A self-reported questionnaire was used to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of family physicians concerning hearing loss in children. Results The majority of the participants were working under the umbrella of the Ministry of Health and around half of them did not screen any child for hearing loss. Despite that, 91.7% indicated the importance of neonatal hearing screening, 70.7% indicate infant candidacy for cochlear implant and only 33.1% know about the existence of the early hearing detection and intervention (EHDI) governmental program in kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Participants were able to identify factors associated with hearing loss such as a family history of hearing loss (85.6%), meningitis (75%) and craniofacial anomalies (51.5%). The most frequent specialists for patient referrals were ear nose and throat ENT (75.2%) and audiologists (67.7%). Conclusion This study shows that family physicians have good general background about the benefits of EHDI programs and the management of hearing loss in the paediatric population. However, it also indicated insufficient knowledge in other domains of hearing loss, including assessments and the presence of the EHDI governmental program in KSA. Further actions on the involvement of family physicians in the process of neonatal hearing screening, diagnosis and intervention for hearing impairment are needed.

scholarly journals Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding Dengue among Physicians: A Web-Based Cross-Sectional Survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (8) ◽  
pp. 105
Author(s):  
Kranthi Swaroop Koonisetty ◽  
Ubydul Haque ◽  
Rajesh Nandy ◽  
Nasrin Aghamohammadi ◽  
Tamanna Urmi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dengue Fever ◽  
Viral Infections ◽  
Diagnosis And Treatment ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Accurate Identification ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Aedes Mosquitoes ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Dengue fever is one of the most important viral infections transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes and a major cause of morbidity and mortality globally. Accurate identification of cases and treatment of dengue patients at the early stages can reduce medical complications and dengue mortality rate. This survey aims to determine the knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP) among physicians in dengue diagnosis and treatment. This study was conducted among physicians in Turkey as one nonendemic country and Bangladesh, India, and Malaysia as three dengue-endemic countries. The dosing frequencies, maximum doses, and contraindications in dengue fever were examined. The results found that physicians from Bangladesh, India, and Malaysia have higher KAP scores in dengue diagnosis and treatment compared to physicians in Turkey. This may be due to a lack of physician’s exposure to a dengue patient as Turkey is considered a nonendemic country. This assessment may help establish a guideline for intervention strategies among physicians to have successful treatment outcomes and reduce dengue mortality.

scholarly journals Assessing the Level of Awareness of COVID-19 and Prevalence of General Anxiety Disorder among the Hail Community, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (13) ◽  
pp. 7035
Author(s):  
Bandar Alsaif ◽  
Najm Eldinn Elsser Elhassan ◽  
Ramaiah Itumalla ◽  
Kamal Elbassir Ali ◽  
Mohamed Ali Alzain
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Anxiety Disorder ◽  
Positive Attitude ◽  
Major Public Health Problem ◽  
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽  
General Anxiety Disorder ◽  
General Anxiety ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Awareness Campaigns ◽  
Positive Attitudes

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a major public health problem around the world. Therefore, the aim of the study was to assess the awareness and prevalence of General Anxiety Disorder (GAD) with regard to COVID-19 among the Hail community, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in order to help health authorities to effectively control the pandemic. Methods: A cross-sectional online survey was completed by 412 participants living in Hail, Saudi Arabia. The questionnaire assessed demographic characteristics, knowledge, attitudes, and practices for the prevention of COVID-19, as well as psychological feelings in terms of GAD as an impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Results: The study found that most of the respondents demonstrated good knowledge, attitudes, and practice for COVID-19 prevention. The elderly and employed demonstrated significant positive attitudes and practices (p < 0.05). Participants with a positive attitude were almost two and a half times (OR = 2.4; 95% CI: 1.54–3.99) more likely to have good practices. Additionally, the rural respondents were less likely (OR = 0.45; 95% CI: 0.21–0.96) to have a positive attitude. Married participants were more than one and a half (OR = 1.60; 95% CI: 1.04–2.44) times more likely to have a positive attitude. The prevalence of GAD was 21.8% and was significantly increased among participants with inadequate knowledge (OR = 2.01; 95% CI: 1.25–3.22), females (OR = 1.92; 95% CI: 1.19–3.09), individuals with chronic diseases (OR = 1.71; 95% CI: 1.02–2.86), and non-Saudi participants (OR = 2.44; 95% CI: 1.02–5.85). Conclusions: Ensuring a sufficient combination of relatively good levels of knowledge, positive attitudes, and desired practices serves as a good approach to preventing the spread of COVID-19. However, the increased prevalence of GAD requires the attention of policymakers. Therefore, a great emphasis should be placed on health awareness campaigns, with a focus on misconceptions and the provision of counseling.

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