Radiologists Are Physicians Who Performs And Interprets Diagnostic Imaging Tests And Interventional Procedures Or Treatments That Involve The Use Of X-Ray, Ultrasound, And Magnetic Resonance Imaging Equipment. People Often Confuse Between Radiologists And Radiologic Technologists/Radiology Technicians, Though There Is A Clear Distinction Between These Two: Technicians Carry Out The Process Of Obtaining The Images Whereas Radiologists Take Charge Of Interpreting The Results. After The Images Are Interpreted, The Information Is Used By Other Medical Professionals In Diagnosing The Patient And Developing A Suitable Treatment Plan.Radiologist

Radiological Procedures Are Generally Carried Out For Medical Purposes, Though They May Also Be Used In Conducting Comprehensive Image Guided Processes That Help In Treating Cardiovascular Disease Among Other Health Issues. While Radiologists Do Not Provide Treatment, They Work Together With Surgeons, Physicians And Other Professionals In The Medical Field. Other Medical Occupations Call For Frequent Interaction With Patients, But Radiologists Mostly Work In Their Office, And Collaborate With Other Healthcare Professionals While Dealing Less Directly With The Patients.

Radiologists Job Duties Include:

Examine Different Images Including Mammograms, Ct Scans, X-Rays, Mri Scans And Ultrasounds

Read Reports And Record Results For Review By Physicians

Diagnose Patient Illnesses

Recommend And Discuss Treatment Options With Other Physicians

Work Alongside Radiologic Technologists/Radiology Technicians And Other Health Professionals In Administering Treatment

Examine Patients And Record Medical Histories,

They May At Times Prescribe Medication And Carry Out Other Duties Of A Regular Physician

Administer Nuclear Medicine, Oncology, Or Other Radiation Techniques To Treat Patients With Illnesses Or Diseases