Radiologist (Radiological Physics)

Radiologist (Radiological Physics)
Taxonomy Code 2085R0205X

Classification: Radiology

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Description

A radiological physicist deals with the diagnostic and therapeutic applications of roentgen rays, gamma rays from sealed sources, ultrasonic radiation and radio-frequency radiation, as well as the equipment associated with their production and use, including radiation safety.

Notes

Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007.
www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition added, source added]

Additional Resources: American Board of Radiology, 2007.
http://www.theabr.org/.

Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Radiology.

Additional Taxonomy Codes from Radiologist (Radiological Physics)

• 2085B0100X Radiologist (Body Imaging)
  A Radiology doctor of Osteopathy that specializes in Body Imaging.
• 2085D0003X Radiologist (Diagnostic Neuroimaging)
  A licensed physician, who has completed a residency program in Neurology, and who has additional training, experience, and competence in the standards of performance and interpretation of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI / MRA) of the head, spine, and peripheral nerves, and Computed Tomography (CT) of the head and spine. Physicians are trained in the administration of contrast media and the recognition and treatment of adverse reactions to contrast media. Neuroimaging training encompasses thorough knowledge of clinical neurology, neurophysiology, neuroanatomy, neurochemistry, neuropharmacology, and dynamics of cerebrospinal fluid circulation. Physicians possess special expertise in the technical aspects and clinical applications of each of the modalities and techniques of neuroimaging.
• 2085H0002X Radiologist (Hospice and Palliative)
  A radiologist with special knowledge and skills to prevent and relieve the suffering experienced by patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist works with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to maximize quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist has expertise in the assessment of patients with advanced disease; the relief of distressing symptoms; the coordination of interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; the use of specialized care systems including hospice; the management of the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care.
• 2085N0700X Radiologist (Neuroradiology)
  A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases utilizing imaging procedures as they relate to the brain, spine and spinal cord, head, neck and organs of special sense in adults and children.
• 2085N0904X Radiologist (Nuclear Radiology)
  A radiologist who is involved in the analysis and imaging of radionuclides and radiolabeled substances in vitro and in vivo for diagnosis and the administration of radionuclides and radiolabeled substances for the treatment of disease.
• 2085P0229X Radiologist (Pediatric Radiology)
  A radiologist who is proficient in all forms of diagnostic imaging as it pertains to the treatment of diseases in the newborn, infant, child and adolescent. This specialist has knowledge of both imaging and interventional procedures related to the care and management of diseases of children. A pediatric radiologist must be highly knowledgeable of all organ systems as they relate to growth and development, congenital malformations, diseases peculiar to infants and children and diseases that begin in childhood but cause substantial residual impairment in adulthood.
• 2085R0001X Radiologist (Radiation Oncology)
  A radiologist who deals with the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers and the study and management of disease, especially malignant tumors.
• 2085R0202X Radiologist (Diagnostic Radiology)
  A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
• 2085R0203X Radiologist (Therapeutic Radiology)
  Definition to come...
• 2085R0204X Radiologist (Vascular & Interventional Radiology)
  A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases by various radiologic imaging modalities. These include fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography and magnetic resonance imaging.
• 2085U0001X Radiologist (Diagnostic Ultrasound)
  A Radiology doctor of Osteopathy that specializes in Diagnostic Ultrasound.

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