Therapeutic Radiology 2085R0203X
Therapeutic Radiology: Therapeutic Radiology is also referred to as Radiation Oncology. It's the treatment of cancer and various other diseases with radiation. It may be used to cure or control cancer or to remove some of the symptoms associated with cancer.
Taxonomy Code: 2085R0203X
Allopathic and Osteopathic Physicians | Radiology | Therapeutic 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.