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What should I major in college for a profession in radiology (specifically becoming a radiologist)? Is there anything I should take in high school to further my chances to getting into a good school for radiology?

I am on track of getting my associates degree by the time I graduate highschool. I am interested in being a radiologist.

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James’s Answer

The good news is that one can major in anything in college and still get into medical school, which is the first step after college in becoming a radiologist. You do have to take, and do well in, prerequisites (please check what is required with medical schools or the college career counselors). These prerequisites are generally calculus, physics, chemistry, and biology. I know some excellent physicians who majored in things like classics, English, and Psychology (rather than the more common Biology, like me). It will ultimately help a radiologist to be extremely strong in anatomy and physics, but you could also learn that later.
Getting into medical school is difficult, so one needs excellent grades and usually MCAT scores. In addition, they are evaluating candidates on leadership skills and well-roundedness, so being a team captain, elected school leader, organizer of a non-profit enterprise... are good add-ons.
Radiology is changing rapidly in this era of artificial intelligence, so there is a bit less diagnostic radiology, but opportunities in interventional radiology.
Good luck!
Thank you comment icon Thank you for sharing your perspective. Isabelle
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Shelley’s Answer

Hi Isabelle,

I'd like to add to James's advice. Seek advice from your councilor and/or the college you plan to attend for your undergrad degree, what would be beneficial to study for medical school. Many Radiologists I know got their undergrad degree in Engineering, Biochemistry, and other STEM occupations to complement their MD or as a occupation if medical school didn't work out for them. ( due to finances and just life situations) It is something to consider so you have a productive undergrad degree.
Also consider what type of Radiology Specialty you are interested in such as Neurology, Women's health, Obstetrics, and Interventional and Nuclear Medicine. I encourage you to work at a medical imaging center or imaging department in a hospital to broaden your interest and understanding of the nuances of medical imaging.
Radiologists have been using imaging mapping (a form of AI for certain imaging specialties) for decades. The complexities of Radiology imaging will not be reduced to AI taking over a specialty.
Lastly, The American College of Radiology provides free membership for medical students in the U.S. and Canada, giving you access to educational tools, case studies, and career guidance. Your state also has local chapters that can give you guidance, possible junior membership and mentorship. Check it out.
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Godfrey’s Answer

Great
A career in radiology basically needs
you to have good grades in science subjects like mathematics, physics and maybe biology.however maths , physics are the core .
And you need to have the entry requirements to enable you persue a degree in medicine and surgery before you consider specializing in masters in radiology
Thank you comment icon Thank you so much! Isabelle
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