Diagnostic Radiology 2085R0202X
Diagnostic Radiology: Is concerned with using various imaging modalities to help with the diagnosis of disease. It can be divided into multiple sub-section areas. Interventional radiology uses the imaging modalities of diagnostic radiology to guide surgical procedures and therapeutic radiology uses radiation to treat diseases such as cancer.
Taxonomy Code: 2085R0202X
Allopathic and Osteopathic Physicians | Radiology | Diagnostic Radiology
Allopathic and Osteopathic Physicians: Allopathic physicians are general doctors (Medical Doctor or MD), whereas osteopathic physicians (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or DO) deal specifically with Osteopathy, targeting in healing the body with minimal use of medicine with an emphasis focusing on preventative care. Both types are fully licensed physicians, educated in diagnosing, as well as offering treatment for various illnesses and disorders.
Radiology: Radiology deals with the study and application of various imaging technology including radiation and x-ray to investigate, diagnose and treat disease. Radiologists direct a variety of imaging technologies to diagnose and help treat disease. Examples are ultrasound, nuclear medicine and magnetic resonance imaging.