Radiography
Volume 14 , Pages e65-e70 , December 2008

Harnessing competence and confidence: Dimensions in education and development for advanced and consultant practice

Received 7 November 2008 ,Accepted 13 November 2008.

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doi: 10.1016/j.radi.2008.11.005

Radiography
Volume 14 , Pages e65-e70 , December 2008