207UN0902X Nuclear Imaging & Therapy Physician
- Definition
- A nuclear medicine physician who specializes in nuclear imaging and therapy.
- Grouping
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Classification
- Nuclear Medicine
- Specialization
- Nuclear Imaging & Therapy
- Section
- Individual
- Notes
- Source: National Uniform Claim Committee, 2009 [1/1/2010: definition added, source added] Additional Resources: A Certification of Added Qualifications (CAQ) was, but is no longer issued by the American Osteopathic Board of Nuclear Medicine.
Related Taxonomies
Other Specializations
207UN0903X
In Vivo & In Vitro Nuclear Medicine
A healthcare provider who uses small amounts of radioactive materials to diagnose and treat diseases both inside the body (in vivo) and in the laboratory (in vitro). They help detect and manage conditions such as cancer, heart disease, thyroid disorders, and bone problems. Patients can expect imaging tests like PET or bone scans, as well as specialized blood tests, to help guide diagnosis and treatment.
207UN0901X
Nuclear Cardiology
A healthcare provider who uses small amounts of radioactive materials to create images of the heart and assess its function. They help diagnose and manage heart conditions such as coronary artery disease, heart failure, and heart valve problems. Patients can expect specialized tests like nuclear stress tests or heart scans, which help guide treatment and monitor heart health without surgery.