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  Radiology - MSN Encarta
Radiology, in medicine, the discipline of medical science that uses electromagnetic radiation and ultrasonics for the diagnosis and treatment of injury and disease.
Diagnostic radiology, or diagnostic imaging, is the medical evaluation of body tissues and functions—both normal anatomy and physiology and abnormalities caused by disease or injury—by means of static (still) or dynamic (moving) radiologic images.
Therapeutic radiology, also referred to as radiation oncology, is based on the use of ionizing radiation in the treatment of cancer.
encarta.msn.com /encyclopedia_761551805/Radiology.html   (1194 words)

  
 Radiology - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Interventional radiology is the performance of (usually minimally invasive) medical procedures with the guidance of imaging technologies.
Diagnostic radiology is concerned with the use of various imaging modalities to aid in the diagnosis of disease.
Radiology began with Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen’s discovery of xrays in 1895.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Radiology   (1713 words)

  
 Encyclopedia :: encyclopedia : Radiology   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Radiology traditionally was the branch of medical science dealing with the medical use of X-rays emitted by X-ray machines or other such radiation devices for the purpose of obtaining visual information as part of medical imaging.
Interventional radiology is the performance of (usually minimally invasive) medical procedures with the help of medical imaging.
While originally encompassed within radiology, therapeutic radiology — or, as it is now called, radiation oncology — is now a separate field.
www.hallencyclopedia.com /Radiology   (1023 words)

  
 Learn more about Radiology in the online encyclopedia.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Radiology is the branch of medical science dealing with the medical use of x-ray machines or other such radiation devices.
It is also the examination of the inner structure of opaque objects using X rays or other penetrating radiation.
Radiation therapy uses radiation to treat diseases such as cancer and is commonly lumped together in the same class as Radiology.
www.onlineencyclopedia.org /r/ra/radiology.html   (577 words)

  
 DHMC | Radiology
As part of an academic medical center, Radiology is committed to an environment in which students at all levels can acquire a superior level of Radiologic knowledge, and where faculty can enhance their professional development.
Radiology is dedicated to growing research programs in selected disciplines of Radiology, which complement the strengths of Dartmouth Medical School and other Dartmouth faculties.
Radiology, Cardiology, Oncology, Psychiatry, and the Thayer School have partnered to establish an advanced imaging research center, scheduled to open in late 2005 with a 3T MRI, to promote innovative imaging techniques, increase the number of research awards, and satisfy professional staff interested in both academic medicine and research.
www.dhmc.org /webpage.cfm?site_id=2&org_id=72&gsec_id=0&sec_id=0&item_id=1504   (257 words)

  
 Welcome to Radiology Regional Center
Radiology Regional Center is pleased to offer Laser Vein Treatment for Varicose and Spider Veins.
Today, Radiology Regional Center offers the Ultrafast CT of the Lungs - a quick, simple test that uses computer imaging technology to detect tumors that otherwise could not be seen with conventional X-rays.
Radiology Regional Center’s mission is to provide premier diagnostic services utilizing state-of-the-art technology in a warm, comfortable environment.
www.radiologyregional.com   (262 words)

  
 Department of Radiology - University of Florida College of Medicine
The Department of Radiology is one of 20 clinical divisions of the University of Florida College of Medicine in Gainesville, FL.
The Department of Radiology at Shands UF is subspecialized, with faculty in Neuroradiology, Angio/Interventional, Pediatric, Musculoskeletal, Nuclear Medicine and Body Imaging.
Radiology services at the VAMC are more general practice, although there are subspecialists with advanced certification in Neuroradiology, Angio/Interventional and Musculoskeletal radiology.
www.xray.ufl.edu   (636 words)

  
 Radiology
The discussion format is expected to be extremely interactive and is reliant on participation of the audience in evaluation of the case based topics presented.
Many prior students of this course have felt it was the best radiology course they have experienced in their careers.
Herrgesell is currently on the staff at UC Davis in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital where his primary duty is in diagnostic radiology and ultrasound.
www.tnavc.org /mynavc/OtherCEOpportunities/RegionalInstituteFall2005/Radiology/tabid/154/Default.aspx   (384 words)

  
 Careers in Medicine: Radiology
Physicians practicing in the field of radiology most often specialize in diagnostic radiology, radiation oncology, or radiological physics.
The residency training program for radiology is five years of approved training with a minimum of four years in diagnostic radiology.
Radiology has experienced a shortage of diagnostic radiologists over the past few years; however, research published in the February 2004 issue of the American Journal of Roentgenology suggests the workforce crisis may be easing.
www.aamc.org /students/cim/pub_radiology.htm   (351 words)

  
 Radiology | Radiology Education | Radiology Teaching Files | Radiology Textbooks | Radiologist - ...
University of Virginia - Introduction to Gastrointestinal Radiology
University of Virginia - Skeletal Trauma Radiology
University of Virginia - Introduction to Pediatric Radiology
www.radiologyeducation.com   (1702 words)

  
 Diagnostic Radiology & Nuclear Medicine - Rush University Medical Center Chicago
The Department of Diagnostic Radiology and Nuclear Medicine at Rush is a nationally recognized leader in radiologic and imaging services.
David A. Turner, MD, the Robert McCormick Professor at Rush University, is chairperson of the Department of Diagnostic Radiology and Nuclear Medicine.
Interventional Radiology: Interventional radiologists are specially trained physicians who use these techniques to treats disorders in veins and arteries in combination with sophisticated imaging techniques, such as fluoroscopy, CT, MRI and/or ultrasound).
www.rush.edu /rumc/page-R11718.html   (413 words)

  
 Dept. of Radiology: Clinical   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The Vascular and Interventional Radiology Fellowship Program was founded in 1967 and is designed for radiologists who have completed a radiology residency and are interested in developing competence in the performance and interpretation of angiographic and interventional procedures.
The Musculoskeletal Radiology Fellowship is a one-year fellowship for post-residency training in performance and interpretation of musculoskeletal radiography, tomography, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging as well as advanced training in arthrography and musculoskeletal intervention.
In addition, the fellows participate in daily and weekly teaching conferences that are held within the divisions as well as within the Department of Radiology to which radiology residents are also invited.
www.radiology.upmc.edu /edu_fellowship.html   (1035 words)

  
 UTMB Radiology Main page
Sandra Mun, a third year radiology resident, presented the article at RSNA 2005 and is first author.
The Armed Forces Institute of Pathology extends congratulations to all the radiology residents who attended the course during this year and to all radiology and pathology faculty members who may have assisted these residents in the submission of their cases.
Chief Resident in Diagnostic Radiology, was the recipient of a Certificate of Merit from the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) for her exhibit “MR Imaging of Acute Abdomen during Pregnancy”.
www.radiology.utmb.edu   (1722 words)

  
 Radiology - Stanford University School of Medicine
Stanford Radiology continues to experience striking growth in all areas and has formed long range plans to support visionary clinical, basic science, and educational goals.
Among these are the leaders of Stanford Radiology, who founded the department in 1904.
These legacies include harnessing the power of the linear accelerator to treat cancer, developing a cure for Hodgkin’s disease, and advancing non-invasive imaging using x-ray and magnetic resonance methods to better understand the structure and function of living systems.
www-radiology.stanford.edu   (395 words)

  
 Official Website of PENN Radiology   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The Department of Radiology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania is a highly specialized, full-service department which strives to meet all patient and clinician needs in diagnostic imaging and image-guided therapies.
Penn Radiology is recognized as a world leader in radiological education and research.
Parvi Ramchandani, MD the new Chief of GU Radiology, has been named the recipient of the 2005 Paul Leberman Teaching Award from the Department of Urology.
www.uphs.upenn.edu /radiology   (368 words)

  
 Types of Radiology Procedures 
Angiography and Interventional Radiology- UIHC provides a high volume of diverse and complex vascular and nonvascular interventional procedures.
Musculoskeletal Radiology - Contemporary technology is used to conduct approximately 40,000 examinations each year including magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography, cine computed tomography, and ultrasound.
Pediatric Radiology -pediatric radiology involves imaging of children from the newborn period through adolescence.
www.radiology.uiowa.edu /pi/old.html   (225 words)

  
 Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology
Mallinckrodt Institute’s dedication to education excellence began in 1937 with the radiology training program.
For three quarters of a century we've been a leader in patient care, teaching, and research.
We're one of the world's most technologically advanced radiology centers, providing 75 years of top quality care.
www.mir.wustl.edu   (121 words)

  
 Radiology
Radiology is the branch of medicine that uses radioactive substances, electromagnetic radiation, and sound waves to create images of the body, its organs, and structures for the purpose of diagnosis and treatment.
Radiology was discovered a little over 100 years ago and has evolved into a high-tech science with state-of-the-art equipment to aid in imaging every aspect of the body.
Interventional Radiology - A specialized area of radiology that uses various imaging techniques to guide the insertion of small instruments and tools through the body to identify and treat a medical disorder without requiring conventional surgery.
www.chw.org /display/PPF/DocID/21966/router.asp   (298 words)

  
 u b c - r a d i o l o g y   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The Department of Radiology, University of British Columbia is comprised of 87 faculty members including 11 full-time appointments, 18 part-time appointments, 47 clinical appointments, 6 emeritus/honorary appointments and 5 associate members.
The Department of Radiology provides an essential role to the teaching of radiology and ultrasound technologists in the Province.
The provincial vision of the Department is to broaden the academic network to all the Health Authorities, to increase the continuing professional development role for radiologists and imaging technologists in the province.
www.radiology.ubc.ca   (254 words)

  
 RTstudents.com - Radiology Job Outlook
Radiology jobs come in all shapes and sizes these days and it can be hard deciding which field to specialize in.
Radiology technologists and technicians, also referred to as radiographers, produce xray films (radiographs) of parts of the human body for use in diagnosing medical problems.
They prepare patients for radiology examinations by explaining the procedure, removing articles such as jewelry, through which xrays cannot pass, and positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately radiographed.
www.rtstudents.com /Radiology_Jobs.htm   (874 words)

  
 RTstudents.com - Online Radiology Resources
Check out the radiology society or the radiology association sections for a comprehensive listing of state and national agencies and societies and help on finding a career in radiology.
These professional bodies provide a place for radiology professionals to interact with others in the profession, obtain radiology journals and are great sources of radiology CME and radiology CEU opportunities.
About Us With over twenty years in radiology management and radiography education, the staff of RTstudents.com is dedicated to helping you successfully complete your degree in the field of radiology or another medical imaging modality.
www.rtstudents.com   (1505 words)

  
 Radiology
The Department of Radiology also offers schools in radiography and nuclear medicine technology, and is a clinical rotation site for Roane State Community College School of Radiography.
The Department of Radiology is an integral part of many of the centers and institutes at UT Medical Center.
For example, unexpected diseases such as aortic aneurysm or lung mass are discovered during routine diagnostic radiology testing for unrelated conditions.
www.utmedicalcenter.org /radiology   (182 words)

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