Attending Consultant Interventional Radiology

An Attending Consultant Interventional Radiologist must possess an MBBS degree with valid medical registration, followed by MD Radiodiagnosis or DNB Radiology. In addition, completion of a recognized Fellowship or formal training in Interventional Radiology is essential. Adequate hands-on experience in complex interventional procedures and independent practice capability are required.

Core qualifications include MD Radiodiagnosis or DNB Radiology. Highly recommended advanced training includes Fellowship in Interventional Radiology, DM Interventional Radiology, or structured international fellowships. Subspecialty exposure in vascular interventions, oncologic interventions, neuro-interventions, and non-vascular image-guided procedures enhances expertise.

Responsibilities include independent performance of complex interventional procedures, pre-procedure patient evaluation, imaging review, informed consent, intra-procedural decision-making, post-procedure care, complication management, multidisciplinary case discussions, supervision of trainees, protocol development, and participation in quality and safety programs.

Patient safety is ensured through meticulous patient selection, adherence to evidence-based procedural protocols, strict aseptic techniques, radiation safety practices, real-time imaging guidance, emergency preparedness, thorough documentation, and post-procedure monitoring.

The role supports service growth by expanding procedural offerings, mentoring junior staff, introducing advanced techniques, improving clinical outcomes, strengthening multidisciplinary collaboration, and contributing to institutional reputation and academic development.

Required qualifications include MBBS, MD/DNB Radiology, recognized Interventional Radiology fellowship or advanced training, and valid medical council registration with sufficient independent procedural experience.

Best courses include MD Radiodiagnosis, DNB Radiology, DM Interventional Radiology, or Fellowship in Interventional Radiology. Additional certifications in vascular interventions, embolization techniques, and image-guided oncology procedures are advantageous.

The role involves performing advanced interventional procedures, managing procedural complications, supervising junior doctors, coordinating multidisciplinary care, maintaining quality standards, and contributing to clinical governance and training programs.

In India, Attending Consultant Interventional Radiologists typically earn between ₹30 lakh and ₹70 lakh per year, depending on experience, procedural volume, subspecialty expertise, hospital type, and geographic location.

Essential skills include advanced procedural expertise, clinical judgment, imaging interpretation, radiation safety, crisis management, leadership, communication, ethical practice, and continuous professional learning.