Dr Iain Duncan

Recent News and Updates

Dr Iain Duncan June 2024 I am taking leave for an extended period and I apologise to those that may be affected. At this stage I cannot give a date for a return but will post an update when the situation changes. May 2024 The year marches on. I was pleased to see an article […]

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What is nuclear medicine?

Nuclear medicine encompasses the use of medical radioisotopes to image various parts or systems in the human body. It involves injecting tiny amounts of “radiotracers” into the body to assess  the functions of various organs or body systems. It is most commonly used to assess the boney skeleton, the heart, thyroid and kidneys.  Unlike x-rays or […]