Finishing your Residency in Radiology? All you need to do is pass this last hurdle! The ABR Diagnostic Radiology Board Exam

Radiology Boards Examination Dates

DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY
The content of the written examination in Diagnostic Radiology includes the following: 
Part I Physics of Medical Imaging, Biological Effects and Safety Emphasis is placed on the principles and applications of physics, technology, statistical analysis, visual perception, dosimetry, radiation biology, exposure management, safety and quality assurance as they apply to the practice of diagnostic, interventional, and nuclear radiology.

Topics include:
·         General Radiography
·         Mammography
·         Fluoroscopy/Fluorography
·         Digital X-ray Imaging
·         Computed Tomography
·         Nuclear Radiology
·         Ultrasound
·         Magnetic Resonance
·         Radiation Safety/Protection
·         Radiation Biology/Effects.

Part II Diagnostic Imaging
Emphasis is placed on the basic science aspects as they relate to the various subspecialty areas.  Thus, the examination questions deal fundamentally with the anatomical, physiological and pathological aspects of each of the diagnostic categories.  Questions on radiologic technique are included in each of the diagnostic categories.  There may be questions on clinical medical physics, ethics, management, accreditation, compliance, outcomes analysis and appropriateness.

Categories include:
·         Musculoskeletal System
·         Chest
·         Gastrointestinal Tract
·         Genitourinary Tract
·         Central Nervous System including facial bones, paranasal sinuses, mastoids, neck.
·         Cardiovascular System
·         Nuclear Radiology
·         Ultrasound
·         Pediatric Radiology
·         Breast Radiology