| A radiologist is
an medical doctor who has completed special additional training in
performing and interpreting various diagnostic imaging procedures. He or she
is a specialist in imaging, just as other doctors may specialize in
cardiology or pediatrics. |
The
images produced by the CT, MR, x-ray or other imaging test are looked at
very carefully by a radiologist. He will spend as much time inspecting
every aspect of the test as is necessary to identify anything out of the
ordinary. This process, usually referred to as "reading" the
"films"
results in the dictation of a detailed report about the findings. This report
is what your physician is expecting. It completes the cycle of the diagnostic
imaging procedure. At times, the radiologist will speak with your doctor
about the findings in the report, all to help you get back to your healthy
self as quickly as possible. All
reports and billing are generated in house by MDC staff. We believe that the
more of the process we handle, the better we can control the quality. |
