Introduction: Research participation is essential for professional development and improving patient care outcomes, yet many sonographers face barriers such as limited time, inadequate support, and insufficient research skills. This study aims to enhance the sonography profession by identifying and addressing the motivational drivers and barriers affecting sonographers' research engagement in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Sudan.
Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted using a Google Form platform between September and December 2023. To assess factors affecting sonographers' research participation, 138 sonographers were administered the survey, and the data were analysed using descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, ANOVA, and K-means clustering.
Results: The findings reveal that while many sonographers are interested in research, 67 (48.6 %) cited lack of support as a primary barrier and 91 (65.9 %) identified increased job satisfaction as the main motivator. Pearson correlation showed a positive link between research time and publications, while ANOVA found no significant differences across countries, with an average of 2.39 research hours per week (SD = 1.155).
Conclusion: This study highlights the significant potential for enhancing research engagement among UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Sudan sonographers. By addressing the identified barriers and leveraging the motivational drivers, healthcare institutions can help create a supportive environment for research. This, in turn, can lead to improved professional development for sonographers and better healthcare outcomes for patients.
Implication For Practice: Organizational and community-wide efforts are crucial to enhancing sonographers' research engagement. Service managers should provide mentorship programs, allocate dedicated research time, and support training. The ultrasound community must advocate for collaborative research policies and sharing platforms, while healthcare institutions should foster a research-driven culture through recognition and professional development opportunities.
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