Counting coins in the dark—Austrian, German, and Swiss medical students’ perceptions of radiology

Question The majority of medical students do not consider pursuing a career as radiologists though they recognize the clinical relevance and importance. Findings Students hesitate to pursue it as a career due to the perceived lack of patient interaction and concerns regarding the potential impact of AI. Clinical relevance Radiologists' workload is increasing globally. However, the available workforce has remained relatively stable. Thus, recruiting future doctors into the specialty is extremely important. Therefore, insights into medical students' contemporary perceptions of radiology are valuable in addressing reservations and misconceptions.