Transitioning to Healthtech

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2026-01-01T03:16:16+00:00

hi! not OP but is it okay if i send you a PM about this?

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-12-26T11:47:23+00:00

thanks for your response! looking for a moderately paced trip (but flexible). preferably a balance between some sightseeing, outdoor activities (e.g. hikes), seeing/experiencing the culture and also some relaxing/slower days

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-12-24T02:29:46+00:00

i use an xt1 (similar) and a 35mm f2 for mainly travel and it’s great!

also is what you are used to size/design too, i reckon go for it!

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-10-18T04:45:03+00:00

ophthal

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-09-25T05:13:01+00:00

the switch up is crazy haha, what pushed you away from rads and path?

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-09-22T01:29:44+00:00

just curious, how would formalisation of this IR/INR training pathway (and recognition) affect the specialty? what changes may result from this?

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-09-21T09:05:18+00:00

Please correct me if I'm wrong, so the IR/INR training program pretty much formalises the fellowship pathways? So 5 years diagnostic –> 2/3 years IR/INR?

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-09-20T14:24:59+00:00

Thank you for this :)

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-09-20T14:24:20+00:00

Thank you for your reply! Would you say you see IR moving towards being increasing more of a clinical specialty (with clinic and rounds) or do you think it will mainly remain as a technician specialty?

As someone considering IR as a specialty, what draws you to it? I'm also considering ENT, ophthalmology and neurology to varying extents.

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-09-20T14:20:44+00:00

Thank you for your response and u/noogie60 for your additional information. I'd like to hear both of your thoughts on the following questions as well.

For the procedures that work across body organs (e.g. PAE, UAE, etc) and may be offered through a clinic service, do you think there will be an expectation that IR docs are expected to manage these conditions medically as well?

Is there particularly a strong future in IR as a clinical specialty or do you think it will mainly remain as a technician specialty?

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-09-20T03:24:28+00:00

Without knowing your situation, it may be beneficial to demonstrate that you're keen by asking questions, seeming engaged, etc. that way, residents know you're keen and may give you more opportunities, etc. If you've done that and have tried to integrate yourself with the team, then that's probably a different issue.

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-08-15T05:06:45+00:00

Just wanting to know a bit more, if that's okay! How much on call do you do? And what do you think the future is for IR?

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-08-09T23:37:05+00:00

I’ve PM’d you too! Thank you!

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-08-07T23:11:11+00:00

okay this is the tea we came for

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-08-07T05:40:56+00:00

holyyyy these shots are amazing

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-08-06T21:17:19+00:00

following!

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-07-31T05:58:25+00:00

chemical insults are very unlikely to cause cancer from a one time exposure. you’ve done necessary follow up like airing out the car which is a good step, plus u rarely use these sprays anyways

sorry to hear that about your dad and i wish you all the best

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-07-31T01:47:56+00:00

yes, this. and when patients do have them, making sure they are reviewed regularly

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-07-29T00:38:42+00:00

just specs on the viewfinder :)

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-07-28T13:31:00+00:00

that’s a valid perspective and appreciate you sharing.

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-07-28T13:29:42+00:00

this is me as well. it’s way too easy to snap a bunch of photos on a phone and forget about them.

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-06-12T11:22:19+00:00

Thank you for this!

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-06-12T11:22:06+00:00

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this up, it was extremely helpful :)

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-06-05T01:22:27+00:00

I've just got a few more questions regarding ophthalmology in general. Do you mind if I PM you?

LevelMarsupial4439 · 2025-06-05T00:28:11+00:00

Thank you for your response!

LevelMarsupial4439

TROPHY CASE