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ASRT report highlights enrollment growth in technologist programs

AuntMinnie

In 2024, it sent its survey to 1,263 directors of several programs, including the following: radiography, radiation therapy, nuclear medicine technology, sonography, and MR imaging. The ASRT began tracking enrollment data for sonography and MR imaging in 2022. All these programs are approved by the ARRT. "We

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Road to RSNA 2024: Digital X-Ray Preview

AuntMinnie

This year’s trip along the Road to RSNA for digital x-ray features a few familiar mileposts – AI for chest x-ray studies, for instance – but notably also significant research into how technology and new techniques can reduce radiation exposure in patients. DAEC system reduces portable x-ray radiation doses Sunday, December 1 | 1:20 p.m.-1:30

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ASRT reports enrollment increases in radiologic technologist programs

AuntMinnie

The ASRT highlighted the following findings: The number of enrolled radiography students increased from 17,679 students in 2023 entering American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)-approved radiography programs to 19,815 in 2024. This is up from 3,144 in 2023. It received 412 responses.

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Michigan adds requirements for medical imaging equipment operators

AuntMinnie

Staff operating ionizing radiation equipment in Michigan are now required to meet certain qualifications for active status and employment. The ARRT said the next goal in Michigan is to block a state legislative bill that would open the door to advanced practice registered nurses ordering, performing, and imaging studies.

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ASRT publishes digital radiography guidance

AuntMinnie

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) has published a new white paper giving guidance on best practices in digital radiography to ensure patient and radiographer safety and to help patients make informed decisions. The white paper may be viewed here.

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Penn. bill will change licensing rules for medical imaging personnel

AuntMinnie

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) said it supports a new Pennsylvania bill that requires licensing of medical imaging professionals, radiation therapists, radiologist assistants, and trainees. Pennsylvania Senate Bill 1281 Licensing of Medical Imaging Professionals (SB 1281) was introduced July 12.

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Dynamic Digital Radiography Quantitatively Diagnoses Diaphragm Dysfunction

Imaging Technology

12, 2025 Konica Minolta Healthcare Americas, has published a case study by clinicians in the pulmonary and radiology departments at ASST Fatebenefratelli Sacco (Milan, Italy) demonstrating the use of Dynamic Digital Radiography (DDR) to help definitively diagnose diaphragm dysfunction. tim.hodson Fri, 02/14/2025 - 15:14 Feb.12,