Not just a job
15 Nov 2013
Radiology is a wonderful specialty which brings rich rewards as well as many challenges. The rewards are mostly not financial but are professional and radiologists at all stages of their careers must learn how to derive the maximum professional satisfaction from their work. Several examples will be presented, deriving from diagnostic as well as interventional radiology.
Radiology training is not just about passing exams. The skills required of a radiologist go far beyond the acquisition of knowledge about imaging appearances in health and disease. Working in a team is fundamental to the practice of radiology and the communication skills required of a radiologist are in some ways more sophisticated than those required by other specialists. Clinical skills acquired before entry into radiology training are also vital to successful practice as a radiologist. It is important to recognise early that error – as well as difference of opinion – is inherent in radiology. Learning to recognise our own cognitive biases is another skill at which we must become adept. Remember at all times that our professional obligations are the same as those of any other doctor and our basic task is the same – to improve health.
0.5 CPD credit
Watch the video and complete the online self-reflection form. Go to "My events" to download your certificate.
You must login to watch the video and receive CPD.
Radiology training is not just about passing exams. The skills required of a radiologist go far beyond the acquisition of knowledge about imaging appearances in health and disease. Working in a team is fundamental to the practice of radiology and the communication skills required of a radiologist are in some ways more sophisticated than those required by other specialists. Clinical skills acquired before entry into radiology training are also vital to successful practice as a radiologist. It is important to recognise early that error – as well as difference of opinion – is inherent in radiology. Learning to recognise our own cognitive biases is another skill at which we must become adept. Remember at all times that our professional obligations are the same as those of any other doctor and our basic task is the same – to improve health.
0.5 CPD credit
Watch the video and complete the online self-reflection form. Go to "My events" to download your certificate.
You must login to watch the video and receive CPD.
Duration:16 mins
Speaker info
Dr Giles Maskell
Giles Maskell is the President of the Royal College of Radiologists He is a Consultant Radiologist in Truro specialising in GI and oncological radiology. He has recently commenced a three year term as President of the Royal College of Radiologists.