Am I obligated not to work based on the referred fatwas, and is this ruling general for all female radiology specialists or specific to my case?
The default ruling is the prohibition of mixing between men and women in study and work, except out of necessity or pressing need. The default is for women to treat women, and men to treat men. It is permissible for a female student to study medicine in mixed universities due to the nation's need for doctors, along with the obligation of fearing Allah. As for work, the default is that women should not compete with men and should work in women's sections. However, if she needs financial support and has no provider, it is permissible for her to work in a mixed environment, while avoiding causes of temptation. If she can work in laboratories where she deals exclusively with women, she must do so. Otherwise, she should not work in a place where she examines men unless she needs money and has no provider, while adhering to Islamic guidelines. If her work helps Muslim women avoid uncovering themselves to male radiologists, this strengthens the aspect of permissibility for her.
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