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What is the primary medical discipline that uses medical imaging to diagnose diseases and guide their treatment?
Radiology
Which imaging modality uses no electromagnetic radiation?
Ultrasonography
What healthcare profession involves interpreting medical images, communicating findings to other physicians, and performing minimally invasive medical procedures?
Radiologist
What is the performance of usually minimally invasive medical procedures with the guidance of imaging technologies called?
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Which healthcare profession is involved in the care of patients before and after imaging or procedures, including administration of medications and monitoring of vital signs?
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Medical Imaging Disciplines
- The primary medical discipline that uses medical imaging to diagnose diseases and guide their treatment is Radiology.
Imaging Modalities
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) uses no electromagnetic radiation.
Healthcare Professions
- Radiologists are involved in interpreting medical images, communicating findings to other physicians, and performing minimally invasive medical procedures.
Medical Procedures
- The performance of usually minimally invasive medical procedures with the guidance of imaging technologies is called Interventional Radiology.
Patient Care
- Radiologic Technologists are involved in the care of patients before and after imaging or procedures, including administration of medications and monitoring of vital signs.
