Radiologist
Medical Imaging Specialist
Doctor
About this Specialty
A physician specializing in interpreting medical images — X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, ultrasounds, and PET scans — to diagnose disease. Interventional radiologists also perform minimally invasive procedures guided by imaging.
When to See This Provider
You typically don't choose a radiologist directly — they interpret images ordered by your other doctors and report findings back to them.
13–15 years
Provider Type
DoctorFormal Title
Medical Imaging Specialist
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