Balancing work, family life, and education is a challenging Tetris game many individuals face today. As a college student, managing these critical aspects can be like balancing moving hot plates in the air. Dropping one can be damaging and affect the whole load. However, achieving harmony even under pressure with proper planning and dedication is […]

This week is exceptional for our school and many hospitals, clinics, skilled nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, and other institutions. These places cannot operate without the help of professional nurses. National Nurses Week Many may not know that the week of May 6 through May 12 is celebrated as National Nurses Week. This week is in […]

The VN program, also known as the practical nurse PN program, prepares individuals with a medical nurse’s knowledge, techniques, and procedures. A VN program primarily provides instruction in administering medication. Additionally, it trains one to treat the sick, disabled, and injured. During externships, students are allowed to assist physicians during the examination and treatment of […]

“If you want to be somebody, if you’re going to get somewhere, then you better wake up and pay attention.” This is a line from a popular song. It comes to mind when I think about higher education and doing something good with my life. More, Not Less, Education is Generally Needed Anyone trying to […]

MRIs have become increasingly common as technology has become more advanced and affordable. MRIs can be used to diagnose a wide range of medical conditions, from brain tumors to heart disease. They can also monitor the progression of diseases such as cancer. In addition, MRIs are often used to assess the severity of injuries, such […]

Have you dreamed of jet-setting? With a nursing vocation, traveling to go-to destinations might be easier than you once thought. In fact, a nursing education could be your “passport” to destination locations you wouldn’t otherwise place in your travel plans. Stethoscope in one hand, suitcase in another, here are some things to look at as […]

To serve successfully as an MRI technologist there are certain skills you will need to place in your proverbial toolbox. Getting a firm foundation in these basics will help you in your selected MRI program. While there are many soft and hard skills you will need, some disciplines that will specifically help you include biology, […]

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is an imaging technique utilizing magnetic fields and computer-generated radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues within the human body.1  Unlike CT scans, MRI scans don’t use X-rays but instead employ powerful magnetic fields and pulses of radio frequencies to produce detailed pictures of organs, soft tissues, […]

You can find Radiologic Technologists hard at work in doctors’ offices, hospitals, and radiology clinics nationwide. These professionals provide critical diagnostic imaging services to healthcare communities. While you can become a Radiologic Technologist in as little as two years, the degree’s trajectory stems from its many opportunities. One such vocation arising from this is magnetic […]

A California MRI program’s objectives include a couple of essentials. Completing these items will be important before obtaining licensure or certification. First, most often, one must generally complete an official MRI program. Generally, for entry-level work, this is done so at the associate level.    In California, a good MRI program generally offers advanced imaging […]

Cardiovascular sonography, a.k.a. echocardiography, is a specialized area using ultrasound technology for cardiac purposes. Simply put, an echocardiogram is an ultrasound of the heart. Like traditional ultrasounds, an echocardiogram uses sound waves rather than radiation to produce images.  What are Echocardiograms? Echocardiograms enable physicians to examine valves, determine heart size, and assess how well these […]

“The Silver State,” a.k.a. Nevada, is a moniker dating back to 1859 when silver was first discovered. This boom led to a migration that took over the region.1 Today, Nevada is vastly known for its rampant laws, excessive gambling, and legalized vices.2 Its most touted tourist attraction, the Las Vegas strip,3 is synonymous with the […]