Nuclear Medicine is a branch of medicine specializing in the use of radionuclides for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. It uses extremely small amounts of radioactively labeled compounds (most often injected into a vein in the arm) in order to produce clinical images used to assess the function and state of health of many of the body's internal organs; in some cases similar compounds may be used to treat some forms of cancer. More about Nuclear Medicine
How to apply
The first step to make an advising appointment with the program director before applying.
Students applying for Nuclear Medicine's Class of 2012 will need to have all application materials received no later than December 1, 2010.
Admissions
Students who wish to apply to the program must have completed the general education requirements and be college sophomores in good standing. Nuclear Medicine accepts approximately 10-15 students each year.
The application deadline for students wanting to enroll in the professional phase of the nuclear medicine is December 1st. Classes begin the following fall semester. Applicants are considered on a competitive basis each admission period.
Programs
The Nuclear Medicine (NM) Program at MU leads to a Bachelor of Health Science in Radiologic Science with emphasis in Nuclear Medicine. Nuclear Medicine is primarily considered a Diagnostic and Medical Imaging Science.
Advising
To learn more about whether Nuclear Medicine is the right profession for you, contact the program director.
Careers
Clinical career opportunities are exceptional ranging from positions as staff technologists, to supervisory posts and department managers. Other positions are available in specialty areas as research technologists, PET technologists and educators. Nuclear Medicine technologists may also pursue openings in the field of Radiopharmacology, or with the manufacture, design and sales of gamma camera and specialized electronics.
Nuclear Medicine is one of the fastest growing allied health professions.
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