Abstract
Any good radiologist will tell you that the practice of radiology goes far beyond reading images day in and out. In an ever-evolving and increasingly competitive market, a radiologist is well advised to be versed in subjects that pertain to economics, medicolegal matters, quality control, and safety issues.
Noninterpretive Skills in Radiology by Weissman and Bartel offers all of those who are preparing for the American Board of Radiology (ABR) exams and all of us who are interested in important radiological skills that go beyond image interpretation a concise overview on quality control, safety, and HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) compliance issues.
The recently published book is based on the ABR syllabus on noninterpretive skills (NIS) in radiology and is made up of two sections. In the first half of the book the authors provide an overview on all the central topics covered in the syllabus and offer plenty of practical radiology-related examples, mnemonics, and tips to help the reader understand and memorize the at times complex concepts of NIS. The second half of the book is made up of study questions in a Q&A format, which covers all answer options in detail.
Noninterpretive Skills in Radiology is primarily a great study guide, which will help the reader understand the covered topics and prepare for the ABR. But certainly, patient safety, quality control, medicolegal issues, performance, and professionalism are important topics for any practicing radiologist, and Noninterpretive Skills in Radiology is a well written and informative quick 82-page read for anyone interested in these topics.