| Aspect | Attending Radiologist | Radiology Resident |
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| Credentials | Medical degree, completed residency, board-certified | Medical degree, in residency training |
| Work Environment | Hospitals, clinics, private practices, independent | Hospitals, academic medical centers, training hospitals |
| Responsibilities | Interpret imaging, consults, supervise residents | Learn imaging techniques, assist in interpretations, gain experience |
The main difference is that an Attending Radiologist has completed training and is fully licensed to independently interpret imaging studies, while a Radiology Resident is still in training, gaining experience under supervision. Attending Radiologists typically hold more responsibilities and have greater autonomy in clinical decision-making.