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Increase in CCTA exams expected to mirror TAVR growth trend

AuntMinnie

It is imperative that radiologic technologists obtain accurate data and the right bolus timing simultaneously. The radiologic technologist must also obtain gated images: If the patient’s heartbeat is irregular or too fast, a nurse may need to administer beta blockers to slow the heart rate down.

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Rural Hospital Raises the Bar with Comprehensive State-of-the-art Imaging Systems

Imaging Technology

“Our goal is to be able to provide top-notch healthcare to the people in our community so they can get it here at home and not have to drive to larger cities to get what they need,” said Janet Vannatter, Chief Operating Officer of Massac Memorial Hospital. “To However, Massac Memorial has long challenged the status quo.

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What It’s Like to Work in Radiology

Mint Physician Staffing

3 Who Is Treated in Radiology? A variety of patients are treated by the radiology department. Trauma patients are common, some coming directly from the emergency room. Other patients have more routine radiology visits, like those receiving an annual mammography evaluation.