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ABOUT RADIOLOGY
The radiologist is an expert in diagnosis, through review of images
such as x-ray, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and
computerised tomography (CT). Radiologists advise doctors on the
best examination for a patient, in some cases explaining the process
to the patient, and supervise the examination. They also interpret
the results of the examination. In addition, radiologists may treat
some diseases guided by imaging equipment. Using diagnostic
radiology in therapeutic intervention is becoming more common as
technology advances. Initiatives such as breast screening have
increased the workload of radiologists in New Zealand in the past
few years. 1
1 The Health
Workforce: A Training Programme Analysis, CTA, 2001, 85
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