RESIDENCY PROGRAMS IN DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING

Abstract

In current era radiological and molecular imagings are the mainstay in the diagnosis and management of diseases. Success of developed countries in controlling and addressing various diseases and improved longevity is fueled by pertinent information gained from radiological and molecular imaging right from research to clinical arenas. Seminal reason for this success is that these countries have recognized human health as one of major priorities and allocated significant chunk of their gross national product (GNP) to address it. They have invested sincerely to build cutting edge technology based infrastructure and designed well organized, extensive teaching and training programs in clinical imaging. These programs are the major source of trained or skilled professionals both clinician and technologists to exploit expensive infrastructure in an efficient and productive manner. However, state of affairs in the developing countries is dismal as unfortunately health is not the major priority due to other co-existing issues.