Radiology

Catalog description

This course is designed to educate the Physician Assistant student on the utilization and interpretation of radiological diagnostic tests. This course will utilize lecture, reading assignments, and laboratory experiences. Course content includes an overview of radiology, its history, and interpretation of x-rays, competence in ordering the correct diagnostic test for presenting complaint, introduction to fluoroscopy, computerized tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and angiography. Pre-requisite: Admission to BUPAP .