Radiologist
- Dr. Farah Sultana Niazi
A radiologist is a medical doctor specialized in diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries using medical imaging techniques such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI scans, ultrasound, and nuclear medicine. They play a crucial role in interpreting images to diagnose conditions, monitor the effectiveness of treatments, and assist in the planning of surgical procedures.
Services Provided by Radiologists:
- Diagnostic Imaging: Radiologists interpret images from X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, and ultrasounds to diagnose conditions like fractures, tumors, infections, and organ abnormalities.
- Interventional Radiology: This includes minimally invasive procedures like biopsies, draining abscesses, and performing treatments such as angioplasty and the insertion of stents, guided by imaging tools.
- Screening: Radiologists conduct screenings like mammograms for breast cancer, lung cancer, and other routine scans to detect early signs of disease.
- Guided Procedures: Using imaging, radiologists perform precision procedures such as placing a catheter, draining fluid, or injecting medication directly into a tumor or organ.
- Emergency Imaging: Radiologists often work in emergency departments to quickly diagnose life-threatening conditions, such as internal bleeding or trauma, using imaging techniques.
