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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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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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Advanced Health Education Center Sponsors March Class for NRC

Spring brings a special type of guest to AHEC for training. Inspectors/reviewers for medical uses of radioactive materials will come to the Houston Center for one to two weeks of specialized training to assist them in understanding the medical procedures involved with radioactive materials. The first training sessions are scheduled March 6 – 10 and 13 – 17. The training is done through contract with … Continue reading Advanced Health Education Center Sponsors March Class for NRC

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The Veteran’s Administration Proposes to Allow Nurses to Perform and Interpret Imaging Studies

June 3, 2016 On May 25, 2016 the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs introduced a proposal that would allow nurses to, “Order, perform, supervise, and interpret laboratory and imaging studies.” Contained in the proposal is the ability to circumvent state laws which might prohibit this professional task. There should be strong opposition to this measure as only registered radiologic technologists should perform procedures that use … Continue reading The Veteran’s Administration Proposes to Allow Nurses to Perform and Interpret Imaging Studies

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