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What is it like working as a Radiologist?

Im trying to figure out what kind of medical field I'd like to go into. I would like to know what all being a Radiologist entails. #scientist #technology #doctor #medicine

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Richard’s Answer

There are multiple subspecialties in Radiology, so each of my partners daily work is quite different. I am an Interventional radiologist. I spend about half my time looking at Medical Imaging ( CT, x-ray, ultrasound, and MRI) to diagnose diseases. The other half of my time is spent performing procedures. We use ultrasound, CT, and x-ray to guide various Tools into different parts of the body to diagnose and treat illness. We can open and close arteries and veins as necessary. We also inject radiation and chemotherapy directly into tumors.
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Rachel’s Answer

My dad practices neuroradiology. He spends the majority of his time reading MRI's of the brain and spine. His schedule varies dramatically depending on what rotation he is on. Sometimes he works 8-5pm. Other times 10 AM to 11 PM. Other times he works nights.
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Jason’s Answer

Radiologists are medical doctors that specialize in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical imaging (radiology) procedures (exams/tests) such as X-rays, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear medicine, positron emission tomography (PET) and ultrasound. -Wikipedia


Becoming a radiologist requires four years of undergraduate school, four years of medical school and at least four years in a radiology residency program. 


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https://www.kevinmd.com/blog/2015/05/should-i-go-into-radiology-a-radiologist-gives-honest-answers.html
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Blake R.’s Answer

If you like working alone in the dark and have minimal patient interaction it’s for you. I left Radiology for Radiation Oncology because I like dealing with patients and other people.

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Thomas’s Answer

Working as a Radiologist requires a highly skilled individual. They perform non-invasive and invasive diagnostic studies this data can require Doctor follow up for further medical procedures.
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