There are ways Radiologic Technologists (RTs) can advance their careers. This blog gives practical tips for taking your RT career to the next level. Introduction In doctors’ offices, hospitals, and radiology clinics across the country, you can find Radiologic Technologists (RTs) hard at work. These professionals provide critical diagnostic imaging services to healthcare communities. They […]

Consider Radiologic Training after getting your associate degree. In the U.S., an associate degree is an educational degree awarded to someone who has fulfilled two years of study and completed the general education requirements of a defined accredited program at a junior college, four-year college, or university. Radiologic Programs Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts has […]

Enrolling in a Radiologic Technology program offers many possibilities. A student graduating from a Radiologic Technology course may become an X-ray or Radiologic Technologist. In brief, these professionals perform diagnostic X-ray procedures within hospitals, physician offices, and outpatient imaging centers.  Program Length Typically, a Radiologic Technology program takes two to four years to complete. Gurnick […]

Nursing Education  As healthcare practices and knowledge have evolved, so have nurses. Likely, no one has advanced more than this modern professional. Today’s nurses have management positions leading entire departments. They are administrators, educators, community healthcare spokespersons, and leaders serving in the public healthcare sector. Early Nursing Education But, this was not always the case. […]

Reasons to Go Into Ultrasound Technology There are many reasons to consider an Ultrasound Technology educational program. Some advantages of an Ultrasound school include the following: Academic Satisfaction Going to New Places Internally Within Healthcare Learning How To Think Critically Creating a Bright Future. Below are just some tangible benefits of a modern Ultrasound program […]

Do you think you might want to be an ultrasound technologist? If so, understanding your sonography program is the first rung in becoming a technologist. The second rung is to complete an accredited sonography program. In brief, your sonography program should meet the specific educational requirements for your academic goals. Understand Your Sonography Program Most […]

A Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN)* role requires someone dedicated to assisting others. While this type of nurse has many responsibilities, their foremost duty is to meet patients’ needs. The Licensed Vocational Nurse often aids supervisory staff in providing optimum ongoing medical care within wellness communities. Working in hospitals, doctor’s offices, nursing facilities, and private homes […]

Constitution Day, also known as Citizenship Day, is an American federal observance that recognizes the adoption of the United States Constitution and those who have become U.S. citizens via birth in the United States or through naturalization. The day is observed on September 17, the day the Constitutional Convention’s 39 delegates came together to sign […]

Medical histories—were once housed in manila folders with protruding alphabetized tabs, standing like flags at full attention; each folder held a handwritten health history by one’s family doctor. A black dial phone, college-ruled Steno pad, carbon copy paper, and a home-drawn medical logo historically occupied space atop a medical receptionist’s aluminum desk. Once home to the tools […]

Author: Cheryl Young, Radiation Therapy Program Director | Editor: Cindy Chamberlin, Content Specialist Radiation Therapy, defined by educators Perez and Brady (2008),1 is a clinical modality utilizing ionizing radiation to treat cancer and other benign diseases. It is a field that uses evolving technologies coupled with exact procedures centered around compassionate care for patients. Radiation […]

Radiologic Training might be a fit for you, especially if you’re interested in healthcare, serving others, and making a real contribution. Overall, academic radiologic programs train students to work in imaging. This includes working with patients, implementing X-ray procedures, and aiding physicians with tests. All of this is in an attempt to utilize imaging to […]

The Entry-level Licensed Vocational Nurse  Working in hospitals, healthcare centers, and nursing homes, Licensed Vocational Nurses* (LVNs) provide care under the direct supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs).1  An LVN’s primary responsibility is to meet patients’ ongoing needs while giving optimum care. These duties include taking vitals, charting, monitoring patients, and relaying accurate, timely information to […]