Interventional radiology (IR) is an exciting area of modern medicine delivering precise, targeted treatment for complex diseases and conditions throughout the body. Using minimally invasive image-guided techniques, interventional radiologists provide high quality care with less morbidity and often at a lower cost than many surgical alternatives.
IR is practiced across a spectrum, from basic procedures performed by clinical radiologists through to complex vascular, oncological and neurological interventions performed by versatile specialist radiologists with advanced skills in IR and interventional neuroradiology (INR).
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Nuclear medicine is a subspecialty of radiology which involves the use of radioactive medication (radiopharmaceuticals) to diagnose and treat disease. These radioactive materials are usually injected into a vein but are sometimes swallowed or inhaled.
A gamma camera tracks the movement of the radiopharmaceuticals from outside the body by detecting the gamma radiation emitted by the medication. Depending on the type of test, two- or three-dimensional images of the internal body can be created.
Radiopharmaceuticals can be used to treat hyperthyroidism, thyroid cancer, solid tumours, and bone metastases.
Clinical radiology trainees are provided with an opportunity to undertake Nuclear Medicine Training while completing their clinical radiology training, thus completing a dual credential.
Nuclear medicine training is administered by the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) and supported by the College through a joint college training program made up of representatives of the RACP and The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (RANZCR).
Clinical Radiology trainees can apply for Nuclear Medicine Training on completion of Phase 2 (end of year 4) of their training for commencement in Phase 3 (year 5 and year 6) following successful completion of Clinical Radiology Phase 2 Examinations.
Clinical Radiology trainees are also expected to fulfil the requirements of their Clinical Radiology Training including all assessments and research, prior to commencing nuclear medicine training.
From 2022 onwards, trainees must submit a Certificate of Confirmation letter to the RACP confirming completion of their training requirements. If you are planning to start Nuclear Medicine Training in 2022, please contact the College to discuss your transition arrangement and to obtain a confirmation letter via This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
RANZCR trainees complete 24 months of full-time equivalent core training in a training position at an accredited training site, including work-based assessments, teaching and learning requirements and other requirements.
Successful RANZCR trainees are issued a letter confirming their satisfactory completion of the Nuclear Medicine Program with accreditation to practise as a Specialist in Nuclear Medicine in Australia or New Zealand.
Clinical Radiology trainees can be eligible to apply for Fellowship upon completion of all Clinical Radiology training requirements, including training time.
Clinical radiology trainees must first gain a nuclear medicine training position and then apply through the RACP joint Nuclear Medicine training program. The RACP will register new trainees into the training program and will advise our College of their registration.
The RACP will advise the College of a trainee’s completion of the Nuclear Medicine training program. The College is then able to verify confirmation of Nuclear Medicine Credentials.
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The College recognises that those members enrolled in nuclear medicine training are still in training and offers discounted membership subscription fees (student rate) while enrolled in the Nuclear Medicine training program. Participants may be asked to verify enrolment in the nuclear medicine training program.
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