What Does a Radiologist Do?
Working as a radiologist is a very interesting and satisfying field that allows its practitioners to provide diagnostic studies and radiation therapy for patients. Radiologist technicians perform invasive and non-invasive diagnostic procedures and studies and procedures and then report the results of those findings back to a medical physician.Radiology is a broad field that has a number of specialties. These fields include:
- Interventional Radiology
- Nuclear Medicine
- Radiation Oncology
Among the more common radiology studies that are performed include:
- Computerized Tomography (CT)
- Fluoroscopy
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
- Mammography
- Nuclear medicine
- Radiograph or traditional X-ray
- Sonography or ultrasound
These procedures are used in order to gather diagnostic information, deliver radiologic treatments, and perform interventional procedures that are to advance the health and wellness for patients. These procedures are done in a manner that keep the patient safe, comfortable, and informed during the procedure. These procedures are utilized for patients that have experienced trauma, for routine mammogram evaluations and patients with still yet undiagnosed physical symptoms. Due to the nature of the work, radiology is a 24 hour, all-day position.Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging is the premier diagnostic, ultrasound and radiology facility in Nevada. With its compassionate staff and expert medical staff, Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging provides quality health services to its Las Vegas and Henderson patients. To schedule an appointment with our professional radiologists, give our offices a call at (702) 732-6000 or visit our site at http://sdmi-lv.com - Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging looks forward to ensuring that when it comes to quality and compassionate Las Vegas medical care, the choice is "ONLY SDMI."
