Category: AHEC

AHEC, Continuing Education, human trafficking prevention

Human Trafficking Prevention Course Reapproved by the Texas Medical Board

We’re pleased to announce that Advanced Health Education Center’s Human Trafficking Prevention for Healthcare Professionals course has been officially reapproved by the Texas Medical Board (TMB).  This 1.5-hour course fulfills the Texas Medical Board’s human trafficking prevention continuing education requirement for healthcare professionals renewing a Texas license through the TMB. Participants also earn continuing education credit accepted by their national licensing organizations:  1.5 Category A … Continue reading Human Trafficking Prevention Course Reapproved by the Texas Medical Board

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AHEC, ASRT, Radiologic Technologist, radiology

Marilyn Sackett Receives ASRT Life Membership —The Profession’s Highest Honor

On June 26, 2026, Marilyn Sackett, M.Ed., RT(R), FASRT, President of Advanced Health Education Center (AHEC) and Founder of the AHEC Foundation, was inducted as an American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Life Member during the Honors Evening Reception at the ASRT Educational Symposium in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The ASRT Life Member designation is the Society’s highest honor, recognizing professionals whose careers reflect exceptional service, … Continue reading Marilyn Sackett Receives ASRT Life Membership —The Profession’s Highest Honor

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AHEC, CE Credits, Radiologic Technologist, radiology

Elevating the Image: How CE Credits Fuel Your Radiology Career

In the world of medical imaging, the only constant is change. Between the rapid-fire evolution of AI diagnostics and the arrival of ultra-high-field MRI, standing still is the fastest way to fall behind. While Continuing Education (CE) credits are often viewed as a regulatory “box to check” for ARRT® or state licensing, they are actually one of the most potent tools for career leverage. Here … Continue reading Elevating the Image: How CE Credits Fuel Your Radiology Career

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Mammography, AHEC

A Day in the Life of a Mammography Technologist

When people find out you’re a mammography technologist, you usually get one of two reactions: a sympathetic “Oof, that sounds tough,” or a nervous joke about “the pancake machine.” But here’s the truth: my job isn’t just about mechanics and compression. It’s a delicate dance of high-tech physics, clinical precision, and deep emotional support. If you’ve ever wondered what happens on the other side of … Continue reading A Day in the Life of a Mammography Technologist

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Radiologic Technologist, AHEC, radiology

ALERT! Why Protecting Educational Standards in Texas Imaging is a Non-Negotiable?

In the world of medical imaging, precision isn’t just a goal—it’s a requirement. We operate complex machinery where a few millimeters or a slight change in technique can be the difference between a life-saving diagnosis and a dangerous misinterpretation. That is why the recent alert from the Texas Society of Radiologic Technologists (TxSRT) regarding proposed amendment §186.26 is so alarming.  What’s Happening? A new proposal is on the table that would potentially slash … Continue reading ALERT! Why Protecting Educational Standards in Texas Imaging is a Non-Negotiable?

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AHEC, Mammography

Meet Our April 2026 Mammography Fellowship Recipients | AHEC

We are proud to officially announce our April 2026 GROW! Mammography Fellowship Recipients. Finding the right mammography fellowship recipient requires a unique blend of clinical excellence and patient-centered care, and this year’s selected radiologic technologists represent the very best of both. As our healthcare community continues to prioritize early cancer detection, these two professionals are stepping up to bridge the gap between advanced imaging technology … Continue reading Meet Our April 2026 Mammography Fellowship Recipients | AHEC

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AHEC, human trafficking prevention, Radiologic Technologist, radiology

The Silent Patient: Why Radiologic Technologists are the 1st Line of Defense

In the high-speed environment of a hospital, patients move through departments like a whirlwind. But there is one room where the world slows down, the lights go dim, and a patient is often alone with a single healthcare professional: the imaging suite. While doctors and nurses handle the immediate clinical triage, Radiologic Technologists (RTs) occupy a unique, tactical position in the fight against human trafficking. … Continue reading The Silent Patient: Why Radiologic Technologists are the 1st Line of Defense

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