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Subspecialties for Diagnostic Radiologists
A radiologist, through extensive clinical work and related research,
may also specialize in one or more radiology subspecialties.
Breast imaging
The subspecialty of radiology devoted to the diagnostic imaging and
diagnosis of breast diseases and conditions. This includes
mammography, breast ultrasound, breast MRI, and breast procedures
such as breast biopsy.
Cardiovascular Radiology
The subspecialty of radiology devoted to the diagnostic imaging and
diagnosis of diseases of the heart and blood vessels (including the
arteries and veins, and the lymphatics). This includes x-rays, CT
(computed tomography or CAT), ultrasound and MRI.
Chest Radiology
The subspecialty of radiology devoted to diagnostic imaging and
diagnosis of diseases of the chest, especially the heart and lungs.
This includes x-rays, CT (computed tomography or CAT), Ultrasound,
MRI and chest procedures, such as lung biopsy and drainage of fluid
from the chest.
Emergency Radiology
The subspecialty of radiology devoted to the diagnostic imaging and
diagnosis of trauma and non-traumatic emergency conditions. This
includes x-rays, CT (computed tomography or CAT), Ultrasound and
MRI.
Gastrointestinal (GI) Radiology
The subspecialty of radiology devoted to the diagnostic imaging and
diagnosis of the gastrointestinal (GI), or digestive tract (the
stomach and intestines) and abdomen. This includes fluoroscopy,
x-rays, CT (computed tomography or CAT), Ultrasound, MRI, and GI
procedures such as biopsy, fluid and abscess drainage.
Genitourinary Radiology
The subspecialty of radiology devoted to the diagnosis and treatment
of the organs of the reproductive and urinary tracts. This includes
x-rays, CT (computed tomography or CAT), MRI and procedures such as
biopsy, kidney stone removal, and uterine fibroid removal.
Head and Neck Radiology
The subspecialty of radiology devoted to the diagnostic imaging and
diagnosis of diseases of the head and neck. This includes x-rays, CT
(computed tomography or CAT), Ultrasound and MRI.
Musculoskeletal Radiology
The subspecialty of radiology devoted to the diagnostic imaging and
diagnosis of the muscles and the skeleton. This includes x-rays, CT
(computed tomography or CAT), Ultrasound and MRI.
Neuroradiology
The subspecialty of radiology devoted to the diagnostic imaging and
diagnosis of the brain and nerves, head, neck and spine. This
includes x-rays, CT (computed tomography or CAT), Ultrasound and
MRI.
Pediatric Radiology
The subspecialty of radiology devoted to the diagnostic imaging and
diagnosis of diseases of children. This includes x-rays, CT
(computed tomography or CAT), Ultrasound, MRI and procedures such as
fluoroscopy, biopsy and drainage of fluid or abscess collections.
Interventional Radiology
The subspecialty of radiology devoted to the imaging, diagnosis and
treatment of patients utilizing minimally invasive interventional
techniques. This includes imaging and treatment of the blood vessels
(such as angiography, angioplasty and stent placement), biopsy
procedures, line and tube placement, uterine fibroid removal, fluid
and abscess drainage, These can be performed with x-rays,
fluoroscopy, CT (computed tomography or CAT), Ultrasound or MRI.
Nuclear Radiology
The subspecialty of radiology devoted to the imaging, diagnosis and
treatment of patients with trace doses of radioactive material. This
includes imaging of the heart, the skeletal system, and most organs
in the body (for example the thyroid and parathyroid glands, liver,
spleen, kidneys, lungs, etc). It also includes the treatment of
various conditions in the body such as a hyperactive thyroid gland
and thyroid cancer. The imaging modalities include a gamma imaging,
PET, and PET/CT.
Radiation Oncology
The subspecialty of radiology devoted to the treatment of cancer
with radiation. The radiation may be delivered from an outside x-ray
source or may be injected into the body.
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