1. Introduction to a Career in Radiology |
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Radiology is an increasingly popular specialty with close links to most clinical branches of medicine. The main attraction for many potential trainees is the continuing professional development; learning new skills to complement those attained during prior training in the clinical disciplines. Diagnostic and therapeutic techniques in radiology are invaluable in the management of many medical conditions. Radiologists are an integral part of the clinical team working closely with their colleagues in the medical specialties. |
Careers in radiology are amongst the most varied in medicine. Radiologists can opt to be 'general', providing a comprehensive service to all clinical specialties, or 'super specialist', becoming highly skilled single field. Most jobs offer both elements, with general radiology and the opportunity to develop and continue a subspecialty interest. Radiologists may also choose to have as much, or as little direct patient contact as they desire. Sessions in fluoroscopy, ultrasound and interventional radiology involve close contact with patients, retaining the motivation that led many doctors to enter medicine in the first place. Radiology also provides many opportunities for research and teaching, The ongoing technological development in modalities such as magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography and ultrasound, opens ever new areas to radiological interpretation. These rapidly expanding fields hold great prospect for those with an academic interest. This resource has been developed by Dr Rhidan Bramley and Dr Hans-Ulrich Laasch © 2001 |
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