In addition, students will observe the patient during various types of contrast examinations. Students learn the importance of interaction between the clinician and the radiologist to improve patient care and keep costs down. Students will discover how newer technologies in radiology may be used in conjunction with more traditional radiographic procedures. The residency in Diagnostic Radiology provides a full clinical and academic experience. Through training in all areas of diagnostic radiology, including conventional radiography, nuclear medicine, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, sonography, and interventional radiology, the program provides the experience necessary for clinical competence as well as preparation for certification.
Opportunities exist for participation in a broad range of clinical and basic research activities.
Certification in Diagnostic Radiology requires four years of postgraduate training which must include at least six months of experience in nuclear medicine. The remainder of the four years in the program consists of rotations through all of the subspecialty areas of diagnostic radiology. Rotations in the areas of thoracic, musculoskeletal, abdominal radiology, neuroradiology, angiography and interventional procedures, breast imaging, computed tomography, diagnostic sonography, head and neck radiology, and magnetic resonance imaging are conducted at the United Regional Medical Services Department of Radiology which serves Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital and its Level I Trauma Center, as well as the Zablocki VA Medical Center. Pediatric Radiology is taught during a rotation at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, which is also located on the campus and is located akjacent to adult acute-care hospitals. The faculty of more than 50 MDs and PhDs provides a well-integrated education with careful incorporation of didactic and practical experience.