Royal College of Radiologists
Royal College of Radiologists
The Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) is a professional body responsible for the specialty of radiology and oncology in the United Kingdom. It was established in 1973, succeeding the Faculty of Radiologists which was founded in 1939. The RCR sets and maintains the standards for the practice of radiology and oncology, provides education and research opportunities, and advocates on behalf of the profession.
Pronunciation
Royal College of Radiologists: /ˈrɔɪəl kəˈlɛdʒ ɒv ˌreɪdiˈɒlədʒɪsts/
Etymology
The term "Royal College of Radiologists" is derived from its establishment as a royal college, a type of professional institution in the United Kingdom and Commonwealth, and its focus on the medical specialties of radiology and oncology.
Related Terms
- Radiology: The medical specialty that uses medical imaging to diagnose and treat diseases within the body.
- Oncology: The branch of medicine that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer.
- Radiologist: A medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries using medical imaging techniques.
- Oncologist: A medical practitioner who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.
- Medical imaging: The technique and process of creating visual representations of the interior of a body for clinical analysis and medical intervention.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Royal College of Radiologists
- Wikipedia's article - Royal College of Radiologists
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