SPECIALTY

DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGIST

FINDING THE INSIDE STORY

When Airmen suffer an injury, our medical team’s first priority is determining the best form of treatment. As imaging experts, Diagnostic Radiologists are responsible for making and interpreting a variety of medical images to help guide a diagnosis. From correlating their findings with other tests to providing other physicians with treatment recommendations, these specialists are invaluable members of Air Force healthcare teams all over the world.

Make and interpret diagnostic images, including x-rays, ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Confer with medical and dental officers regarding diagnosis of cases
Perform special procedures and prepare comprehensive interpretive report of findings
Formulate plans and procedures for radiological services

CAREER TASKS

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

MINIMUM EDUCATION

M.D. or D.O. degree and completed an ACGME- or AOA-accredited program of postgraduate specialty training
QUALIFICATIONS
- Completion of a residency in radiology
- Completion of 5.5-week Officer Training School course
- Must be between the ages of 18 and 48

TRAINING & EDUCATION

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