Overview:
Radiology technicians are health care professionals, who are responsible for diagnostic imaging procedure viz. X-Ray, MRI Scan, Ultrasound Sound, CT-Scan etc. They work closely with radiologists, the physicians who interpret medical images to either diagnose or rule out disease or injury. Radiographers, also known as radiology technologists, are certified technicians who capture images of organs, bone, and tissue for patient diagnosis. They are equipped with the technological skills to handle imaging equipment and the interpersonal skills necessary for patient care.
Career Path:
| Stream of Study in 12th Grade/School: |
Science Stream (Biology Recommended) |
| Degree/Graduation Courses: |
- B.Sc. Radiology for 3 years
- B.Sc. in Radiography for 3 years
- B.Sc. in Medical Imaging Technology for 3 years
- Diploma in Radio-diagnosis, Radiography or Radiotherapy for 1 year or 2 years
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| Higher education/Post Graduation Courses: |
- M.Sc. Radiotherapy 3 Years
- M.Sc. Radio-diagnosis for 2-3 years
- PG Diploma in Radio-diagnosis/Radiotherapy for 2 years
- Ph.D. for 4-5 years after completion of Master’s degree
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Top Colleges:
- Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore
- University College of Medical Sciences and GTB Hospital, New Delhi
- Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, Chandigarh
- Christian Medical College, Vellore
- Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Post-Graduation Medical Education Research, Pondicherry
- All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS)
