MD Radiology

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Doctor of Medicine in Radiology

Duration

3 Years

Level

Post Graduation

Type

Degree

Eligibility

MBBS

MD Radiology or Doctor of Medicine in Radiology is a postgraduate Radiography programme. Radiology is the study of using X-rays and other high-energy radiation to diagnose and cure illness. A radiologist MD is a doctorate-level physician who uses radiologic technologies to diagnose and cure ailments. Correlating various types of radiography findings with other examinations and testing is a procedure. Radiologists have an extensive understanding of many medical imaging modalities and how to use results from several modalities to accurately diagnose. Radiophysics, Basic Concepts, X-Ray Production, Radiation Interaction with Matter, Radiation Detection and Measurement, Radiography, Fluoroscopy, Special Radiography, Computed Tomography, Ultrasonography, and other topics are covered in the Doctor of Medicine course in Radiology.

MD Radiology Eligibility

  • Aspiring candidates should have passed an MBBS degree or any other equivalent qualification from a recognised University.
  • The candidates should have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in their MBBS degree.
  • Some of the very reputed universities and institutes conduct an entrance examination for admission.

MD Radiology Syllabus

Syllabus of Radiology course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

CNS Including Spine

Cardiovascular System

Clinically Applied Radio - Nuclide Imaging

Endocrine System

ENT, EYES, Teeth, Soft Tissue, Breast

Gastrointestinal System

Imaging of Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Musculo - Skeletal System

Respiratory System

Urogenital Tract

 

MD Radiology Colleges

MD Radiology Course Suitability

  • The Doctorate of Medicine in Radiology is appropriate for people who desire to grow as knowledgeable and competent clinicians and who can organise and conduct research in radiology and adjacent areas.
  • Applicants who wish to get a thorough understanding of numerous subspecialties (including cross-sectional Anatomy-Normal and Variant) such as the chest, C.V.S, C.N.S, G.U.T Hepato-biliary, Endocrinal, metabolic, and Musculoskeletal system, among others, are ideal candidates.

How is the MD Radiology Course Beneficial?

  • It is beneficial to learn about radiation physics in relation to radiology, radiography, image quality, and radiation protection, as well as the physical principles, image formation, artefacts, limitations, advantages, and clinical applications of various image modalities such as radiography (conventional & digital), US, Doppler, CT, MRI, DSA, mammography, and nuclear medicine.
  • The Course is also useful for advanced studies such as PhD programmes since it provides a solid foundation.

MD Radiology Employment Areas

  • Diagnostic Imaging Centres
  • Government Healthcare Services
  • Hospitals
  • Military Services
  • Physician Offices
  • Research & Medical Colleges

MD Radiology Job Types

  • Lecturer & Professor
  • Nuclear Medicine Technologist
  • Radiologist Assistant / Radiologic Technologist
  • Ultrasound Technician
  • X-Ray Technician