Unquestionably, modern medicine has advanced many wonders. One such marvel is the diagnostic ultrasound. An ultrasound is a non-invasive diagnostic technique used to image inside the human body.1 What’s more, this procedure produces sound waves to form pictures of organs, tissues, and other structures.    One modern healthcare marvel is the ultrasound   Moreover, […]

Dr. Guillermo Paredes, MD.OB/GYN; ARDMS (OB); (AB), RVT, affectionately known as “Dr. G,” has been with Gurnick Academy’s San Mateo (California) Campus since 2006.  World Health Organization Of noteworthiness, Dr. G worked with the World Health Organization (WHO) in the jungles of the Amazon, with a focus on infectious disease research. He became engaged with the […]

  “Having a budget, for many, has a straitjacket connotation,” says financial expert Dave Ramsey. However, he says, “This is the wrong way to view a budget or any cash flow plan. Having a budget doesn’t mean you can’t order a pizza when you want one. It just means that you have a plan for […]

  Reasons to go back to school vary from one individual to another. Sometimes, one’s wish to climb the corporate ladder is a motivating factor to return to the halls of academia. Other times, outdated tools or “rusty” skill sets necessitate the return. Below are some popular reasons people opt to go back.   1. […]

Pursuing a diagnostic medical sonography education may result in an exciting and enriching career. One might use their diagnostic medical sonography education to assist patients and physicians when faced with making significant medical decisions. The First Step Training in diagnostic medical sonography education represents the first step in becoming an ultrasound technologist. Moreover, typical coursework in […]

License to Nurse! Have you ever watched the popular movie License to Kill, a James Bond spy film? Or have you listened to the spoof song “License to Chill,” sung by Jimmy Buffett? Maybe you’ve heard someone jokingly ask if you have a `license to parent.’ Inferred, even into popular culture, is the notion that […]

In a recent blog article, “Five Trends Transforming the Continuing Education Landscape,” Kate Ressler, from National Healthcare Association (NHA), lists some emergent trends within continuing education (CE). These are listed especially as they relate to allied-healthcare education. 1. Online Solutions Likely to Expand    First, Ressler cites that professionals have traditionally attended in-person meetings, courses, […]

Do you want a career in healthcare and the chance to help people feel better about themselves? Then, a Dental Assistant education may be an option worth exploring. Whether you are soon finishing high school or thinking about a career change, you deserve a vocation commensurate with your passion level. In addition to doing something […]

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 […]

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 […]