Local students earn degrees from NECC Jul 3, 2008
Ennie M. Bloom, Associate in Science Criminal Justice with High Honors; Ennie M. Bloom, Certificate in Law Enforcement with High Honors; Allison C. Boissoneau, Associate in Arts Liberal Arts: Journalism/Broadcasting Option; Kimberly A. Bourque, Associate in Arts General Studies; Allison Burnim, Associate in Arts Liberal Arts with Honors; David L. Butler, Associate in Science Radiologic Technology with High Honors; Lisa M. Cartier, Certificate in Dental Assisting with Honors; and Shanna L. Chase,... (Amesbury News, MA)
How Dangerous Are CT Scans? Jul 2, 2008
"Having the same CT scan twice is ridiculous," says David Brenner, the review's lead author and director of the Center for Radiological Research at Columbia University Medical Center ... Although newer machines can be adjusted to deliver up to 50% less radiation for children and small adults, a 2001 study published in the American Journal of Radiation showed that radiologic technologists (RT) rarely make those adjustments ... "Changing technical factors is very easy. It just requires a little... (Time.com)
New cancer detection method now available at Innovis Health Jun 24, 2008
Linda Rhodenbaugh, radiologic technologist at Wahpeton's Innovis, said they can see the skin lines and a sharper image of dense breasts. "Before, it would take a lump to bring your attention to it," she said. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
SUMMER HEALTH ACADEMY Jun 15, 2008
That meant getting up close and personal last week with nurses, physicians, pharmacists, radiologic technologists, physical therapists and other health care staff. "You've got to be really dedicated," aspiring pediatrician Judi Beth McMillen of Mantachie learned. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Linn-Benton Community College awards more than 800 degrees Jun 14, 2008
Jason J. Boone, Associate of General Studies General Studies; Tricia R. Brinson, Associate of Applied Science Medical Assistant; Mary E. Broadwell, Certificate 1 Year Child y Studies; Anne K. Brown, Associate of Applied Science Legal Secretary; Michael J. Brown, Associate of Applied Science Culinary Arts; Jenissa A. Burkey, Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer; Travis A. Burkey, Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer; Rollie L. Capaci, Associate of Applied Science Drafting Engr Graphics Tech; Nicole... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
New Discovery May Lead To Early Cancer Detection May 24, 2008
This adverse set of circumstances is compounded by the fact that pancreatic cancer is not common enough to justify routine screening in the general population, and there are no screening blood tests or radiologic procedures sensitive enough to detect it early on. As a result, today pancreatic cancer is the fourth-leading cause of cancer death in the United States. (Science Daily)
St. Luke's College Graduates 69 May 21, 2008
The members of the Class of 2008 had successfully completed one of the college's two-year professional programs in radiologic technology, registered nursing or respiratory therapy ... Students receiving associate of science degree in radiologic technology. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Odessa College spring graduates May 15, 2008
Odessa: Michelle Adams, psychology; Carmen Denise Almanza, music; Kody Lynn Amos, physical therapist assistant; Eunice Margarita Aramburo, nursing; Rosemary L. Baca, office systems technology; Jennifer Barckow, associate of science in general studies; Michael A. Barnes, drafting technology; Robert L. Bell, radiologic technology; Jesse Anthony Bernal, associate in arts in general studies; Crystal Billings, associate of arts in general studies; Kayla Leddon Bingham, business administration;... (Odessa American, TX)
Incentive program improves healthcare May 8, 2008
The incentive recruitment program also applies to dietitians/nutritionists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, paramedics, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, certified medical technologists, medical laboratory technologists and radiologic technologists. The bonus payment is split between the state and the community, with the state paying 50 percent of the incentive for communities more than 2,500 and 75 percent of it for communities 2,500 and fewer. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Healthier U a Success May 6, 2008
Shown here are several of the scholarship recipients from the college s health occupation programs (nursing, radiologic technology, physical therapist assistant), along with representatives of the event s major sponsors, including Sadler Clinic, Sam s Club, Wal-Mart, St. Luke s Community Medical Center-The Woodlands, Houston Employment Weekly, HealthSouth and Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital ... Shown here are several of the scholarship recipients from the college s health occupation... (Conroe Courier, TX)
Great Lakes Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Announces $2.4 Million Equity Financing May 3, 2008
"The equity funding will help us to clinically develop a highly needed product, in particular in view of publicized issues associated with heparin, the current standard of care for catheter maintenance." B-Lock received a designation of "Combination Product with Device Primary Mode of Action" from the Office of Combination Products at the FDA. Such designation and assignment to the Center for Devices and Radiologic Health has traditionally led to a faster regulatory and commercialization... (PR Newswire)
Riches Flow to and From This Dedicated Lady May 3, 2008
They were married in 1952, the same year Clare became a certified registered radiologic technologist after 24 months of training in Jefferson City, paying her way as she went by typing X-ray reports. The two moved to St. Louis where Bill went to dental school at St. Louis University. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Ariens Company May 2, 2008
Dr. Sean Casey, chairman and CEO - Virtual Radiologic Corp., Minnetonka, Minn. and. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Sirolimus for Lymphangioleiomyomatosis Lesions May 2, 2008
In contrast to the findings of Bissler et al., Davies et al. observed no benefit in lung function from sirolimus in their patients with LAM. We now describe a 41-year-old woman with LAM who underwent right-lung transplantation and subsequently had radiologic improvement in the native lung after undergoing sirolimus therapy, which was used in combination with cyclosporine and prednisolone for post-transplantation immunosuppression. Histologic examination of the explanted lung confirmed the... (New England Journal of Medicine)
Pennsylvania Clinton's best shot to take lead Apr 23, 2008
" Delegate race Barack Obama: 1,648.5* Hillary Clinton: 1,509.5* Needed to nominate: 2,025 Chosen: 3,232 Yet to be chosen: 816 At stake today: 158 Note: The totals include pledged delegates and unpledged delegates who have endorsed a candidate. *The 0.5 pledged delegate for each candidate reflects apportionments from Democrats Abroad, a primary held among registered voters living abroad. Source: Associated Press E-mail Carla Marinucci at This article appeared on page A - 1 of the San Francisco... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Marijuana 101: School teaches ins, outs of pot Apr 22, 2008
Justin Berton, Chronicle Staff Writer. Monday, April 21, 2008. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Rocket fuel found in milk in California Apr 22, 2008
Not clear if amount imperils children. Tuesday, June 22, 2004. (Yahoo News -- Food Safety)
Is there a Nanny Doctor in the house? Apr 21, 2008
Diagnostic Radiologic. Brand Managers MICHAEL KORS. (San Francisco Chronicle)
'Millennial Generation' set to rock the vote Apr 20, 2008
" -- Place greater significance on their feeling about the Republican and Democratic parties. -- Voted for Democratic house candidates over Republicans by 60 to 30 percent. Source: "Millennial Makeover: MySpace, YouTube and the Future of American Politics," Morley Winograd and Michael Hais E-mail Carla Marinucci at . This article appeared on page A - 1 of the San Francisco Chronicle Comments Characters left: Manage cleaning contracts for Simply Right The District has a career oppty Diagnostic... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Festival Goes 'Gonzo' Apr 20, 2008
" Castro Theatre, Sundance Kabuki Cinemas, Landmark Clay Theatre and the Pacific Film Archive in Berkeley. Regular programs: $9-$12.50. (925) 866-9559, . E-mail Ruthe Stein at . This article appeared on page N - 18 of the San Francisco Chronicle Comments Characters left: April Spotlight Jobs A career with the best? On-Site Hiring Event! Job Fair, 4/24, 9am - Noon Belonging Never Felt Better Coast Central Credit Union As the central component of Manage cleaning contracts for Simply Right The... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Virtual Radiologic Announces Acquisition of Diagna Radiology, LLC Apr 15, 2008
Source: Virtual Radiologic Corporation ... MINNEAPOLIS, April 15, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Virtual Radiologic Corp. (Nasdaq:VRAD), a leading national provider of teleradiology services, today announced the acquisition of Diagna Radiology, LLC, located in Post Falls, Idaho, for $6 million in up-front cash and an additional $2 ... We are pleased to join forces with Dr. Zarlingo, one of the pioneers of teleradiology, and his team of experienced radiologists,'' said Sean Casey, Virtual Radiologic's... (Primezone Releases)
New procedure in diagnosing small bowel disorders proves efficient and effective Apr 12, 2008
Radiologic evaluation of the small bowel is usually done by barium examination which cannot evaluate the bowel wall and surrounding structures. With CT enteroclysis, another method, mucosal details cannot be well seen. (EurekAlert!)
An uneasy transition to digital mammograms Apr 10, 2008
Nancy Liber, a radiologic technologist at Mahoney's center, was called back by her own colleagues at the center after her mammogram last month. 1. (International Herald Tribune)
Your School : Wabeno students honored for excellence in fields of study Apr 10, 2008
She is also a member of the American Chiropractic Registry of Radiologic Technologists. In addition, she went to NWTC to become certified as an Emergency Medical Technician. (Forest Republican, WI)
ISC Softball Team (1) Mar 31, 2008
Radiologic Medical Services PC. Waterloo Optimist Club. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
LMC moves forward on $1.7 million project Mar 27, 2008
7 million dollar project will update LMC's current radiologic technology program ... "MRI, CT scan, ultrasound and mammography are some of the fastest-growing areas in the medical imaging field," stated LMC Radiologic Technology Instructor Kerry Mohney. (Niles Star, MI)
LMC to develop medical imaging career center Mar 27, 2008
7 million dollar project will update LMC's current radiologic technology program ... "MRI, CT scan, ultrasound and mammography are some of the fastest-growing areas in the medical imaging field," stated LMC Radiologic Technology Instructor Kerry Mohney ... The MICC will include updates to all existing radiologic technology equipment to create an "energized" lab with fully functioning x-ray equipment. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Thirty Genoa-Kingston students vie for Main Street Scholarships Mar 25, 2008
Kaitlin Bock, Kingston, KC/Northern Illinois University, radiologic technology and health administration. Jonathon J. Brust, Genoa, KC/NIU, graphic design/-mechanical engineering. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
2008 GOAL Winner Has Reached Top of the Hill Mar 8, 2008
Susan Cheek (Bleckley), Radiologic Technology, Norma Akins ... Kristi Graham (Laurens), Radiologic Technology, Kim Meeks. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Fix-a-flatCentral Arizona College officials to devise plan for no-growth budget, a result of no-growth enrollment Feb 26, 2008
-- Janice Vermiglio-Smith, district Allied Health Division chair, said four programs are in different phases of the accreditation process: health information technology, medical assistant, nursing assistant and radiologic technology ... She also praised Frank Mollica, director of medical imaging, for helping set up the radiologic technology program. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Gildehaus-Konrad Engagement Feb 14, 2008
Francis Borgia Regional High School and a 2006 graduate of Barnes-Jewish Hospital College with an associate's degree in radiologic science. She is employed as a radiologic technologist at St. John's Mercy Hospital, Washington. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Virtual Radiologic Names John Sodini as Vice President of Sales Feb 11, 2008
Source: Virtual Radiologic Corporation ... MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 11, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Virtual Radiologic Corp. (NasdaqGM: - ), a leading national provider of teleradiology services, today announced the appointment of John Sodini as Vice President of Sales ... Sodini brings a wealth of senior-level leadership experience in healthcare sales to Virtual Radiologic. (Primezone Releases)
Virtual Radiologic Corporation Reports Record Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2007 Results Feb 11, 2008
Source: Virtual Radiologic Corporation ... MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 11, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Virtual Radiologic Corporation (NasdaqGM: - ), a leading national provider of teleradiology services, today reported financial results for its fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2007 ... 2007 was a record year for Virtual Radiologic,'' said Sean Casey, Virtual Radiologic's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. (Primezone Releases)
Transoma Medical postpones IPO Feb 7, 2008
St. Paul-based EnteroMedics, which is developing a device to treat obesity, and telemedicine firm Virtual Radiologic Corp. both completed IPOs last year. kgrayson@bizjournals. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Eunice G. Saathoff Jan 17, 2008
She earned a Radiologic Technology Degree from St. Francis School, Peoria, Ill. She began work as an X-ray Technologist and later became a clinical instructor at Pekin Hospital, Pekin, Ill. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Cardiac emergency Jan 14, 2008
Thomas Memorial Hospitals Crystal Mounts (left), a radiologic technologist, and Terra Journell, catheterization lab coordinator, review digital scans of a heart patients blocked coronary artery. Thomas doctors can diagnose patients problems in the cath lab, but the state prohibits them from treating them at Thomas. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Dowagiac queen will be crowned on a Sunday afternoon Jan 9, 2008
Plans: attend Lake Michigan College to study radiologic technology. Outside activities: greeter and member of Sacred Heart of Mary Catholic Church, mentor and tutor for a Dowagiac Middle School student, works DMS athletic events and played club volleyball. (Dowagiac News, MI)
License plates show personality, interests Jan 5, 2008
737 Radiologic Technology RadiologicTechnologyInstructional Aide. Culinary ArtsInstructional AideThe Indian Capi. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
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Kelly, a DeRidder resident, is a graduate of DeRidder High School and McNeese State University with degrees in Science and Radiologic Technology. She also attended Ultrasound school at LSU in Shreveport and Echocardiography school in Philadelphia. (DeRidder Beauregard Daily News, LA)
Do career colleges make the grade? Dec 24, 2007
Do career colleges make the grade. - 12/24/2007 - MiamiHerald. (The Miami Herald)
Nuclear Medicine Procedures Can Trigger Radiation Alarms In Public Places, Surprising Patients Dec 15, 2007
29, 2007) The past decade has seen an unprecedented increase in the use of radiologic exams on pregnant women, according to a new study. The investigators found that from 1997 to 2006, the number of imaging. (Science Daily)
Meniscal Damage And The Development Of Persistent Knee Pain Dec 9, 2007
9, 2006) Radiologists can make a more accurate preoperative diagnosis of damage to knee cartilage by using four radiologic 'signs,' a recent study found. Using the four signs to identify the extent and type. (Science Daily)
Virtual Radiologic will double HQ, anchor Eden Prairie bldg. Dec 8, 2007
Virtual Radiologic will double HQ, anchor Eden Prairie bldg ... Virtual Radiologic will double HQ, anchor Eden Prairie bldg. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Radiation Exposure Of Pregnant Women More Than Doubles In Ten Years Nov 30, 2007
29, 2007) The past decade has seen an unprecedented increase in the use of radiologic exams on pregnant women, according to a study presented November 27 at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America ... The greatest increases were in the number of CT exams, which deliver more radiation than many other radiologic procedures. (Science Daily)
Radiation exposure of pregnant women doubles Nov 28, 2007
WASHINGTON, Nov. 27 (Xinhua) -- The past decade has seen an unprecedented increase in the use of radiologic exams on pregnant women, according to a study presented Tuesday at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) ... The greatest increases were in the number of CT exams, which deliver more radiation than many other radiologic procedures. (Xinhuanet, China)
Virtual Radiologic to Present at 2007 Merrill Lynch Health Services Investor Conference Nov 22, 2007
MINNEAPOLIS, Nov. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Virtual Radiologic Corporation (Nasdaq: ), a leading national provider of teleradiology services, today announced that Chief Executive Officer Sean Casey and Chief Financial Officer Mark Marlow will present at the Merrill Lynch 2007 Health Services Investor Conference on Wednesday, November 28, at Merrill Lynch headquarters in New York City. A live webcast of the presentation, which begins on November 28, at 10:45 a.m. Eastern Standard Time, can be... (PR Newswire)
FBI: Potential Christmas attacks at shopping malls... Nov 9, 2007
Biologic, chemical, and radiologic seem as likely if they want to surprise us again. The air handling systems of these enclosed malls could deliver the weapon for them. (The Drudge Report)
Virtual Radiologic sets terms of IPO Nov 8, 2007
Last year, the Business Journal that Virtual Radiologic had plans to raise up to $75 million through an initial public offering. In the SEC filing, Virtual Radiologic reported its revenue has steadily climbed since its founding in 2001. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
To The Point Nov 4, 2007
Virtual Radiologic, a digital diagnostic imager, set its terms at $8-$10 a share. TELECOM. (Investors Business Daily)
PMC prank makes TV Oct 19, 2007
It took the radiologic technologists Nate Esplin and Levi Tappen two and a-half months to plan. They had to get approval from Public Safety and from the folks in pathology. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Lab mix-up leads to unnecessary double mastectomy Oct 4, 2007
Last year, Yurosko, now 57, sued the Quest Diagnostics lab, the Nassau Radiologic Group and four doctors. Her case is set to go to trial in 2008, said her attorney, Bob Sullivan of Garden City. (Newsday -- Sports)
Dr. Brett Lawlor: Overuse can lead to painful tendonitis Oct 2, 2007
Radiologic imaging studies are necessary for definitive diagnosis. MRI has been the standard imaging study and can show evidence of inflammation or tearing of the tendon. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
US hospitals report infections increasing in frequency and cost Sep 26, 2007
This economic burden incorporates such factors as extended length of hospitalization and additional surgery, medications, lab tests, and radiologic studies. Lead author Gary Noskin, MD, of Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, hypothesized that the reason the economic burden increased at a faster pace than the number of infections is because hospital costs are increasing more quickly. (EurekAlert!)
In an age of images, teaching pathology by hand Sep 13, 2007
Specialty board examinations that used to be full of pathology pictures are now full of radiologic images. "But pathology still allows a resolution that imaging never will," Dr. Press said. (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Eufaulians graduate from Wallace College Aug 15, 2007
Thirteen students graduated from the radiologic technology program ... Radiologic Technology: Christopher Lee Spurlock. (Eufaula Tribune, AL)
Interactive 3-D Map Can Guide Neurological Surgeons Through The Brain During Procedure Aug 4, 2007
Neurosurgery is strongly dependent on image guidance, and in order to fully explore the massive amount of data provided by modern imaging devices, neuroscientists and neurosurgeons are steadily asking for improved visualization techniques, said radiologic researcher Song Lai, Ph. D, Associate Professor of Radiology and Director of MRI Physics, Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, whose team developed the software, dubbed MediCAD (computer assisted diagnostic), over the last... (Science Daily)
First Course Developed To 'Train The Trainers' About Radiation And Nuclear Exposure Jul 30, 2007
The course, which will also be available on CD, will provide critical information that professionals in radiological sciences need to act as trainers and spokespersons during a radiologic or nuclear incident. "The vast majority of general practitioners, emergency responders, and even many radiologists, have little understanding of the health consequences of a radiological or nuclear event," said lead researcher Michael Robbins, Ph ... "Given the recent events in the geopolitical climate, it now... (Science Daily)
Additional Mammogram Readers Improve Breast Cancer Detection Jul 26, 2007
Article: Duijm LEM, Groenewoud JH, Fracheboud J, De Koning HJ. Additional Double Reading of Screening Mammograms by Radiologic Technologists: Impact on Screening Performance Parameters. J Natl Cancer Inst 2007; 1162-1170. (Science Daily)
KCH Auxiliary, Kishwaukee Health Foundation Scholarships awarded Jul 25, 2007
Both Roethlisberger and Hadley are pursing radiologic technology degrees at Kishwaukee College ... This year's recipients are Stephanie Anda, Aurora University, B.S. nursing; Leah Brown, NIU, dietetics; Rebecca Burgess, NIU, clinical lab science; Marc Gorski, University of Iowa, pharmacy; Kelly Greene, NIU, B.S. nursing; Christine Hadley, KC radiologic technology ... Also, Lauretta Hanson, KC, R.N.; Tiffany Kerber, NIU, B.S. nursing; Tara Kersten, Medical College of Wisconsin/Milwaukee, M.D.;... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Early Smoking Boosts Women's Breast Cancer Risk Jul 18, 2007
To better understand the relationship between smoking at different ages and breast cancer risk, the researchers looked at 56,042 women participating in a long-term study of radiologic technologists. All were free of breast cancer when they were surveyed - between 1983 to 1993, but 906 developed the disease before the second survey, in 1994-1998. (MEDLINEplus)
Neighbors in the News Jul 15, 2007
She is a radiologic technologist and currently is completing her sonography program. She plans to graduate in August from Southern Illinois University with a Bachelor of Science in radiologic sciences. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Obituaries for Thursday, July 12, 2007 Jul 12, 2007
He was a partner at Diagnostic Radiologic Imaging of Worthington, Minn. A Celebration of Life will be from 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Park House, 2120 Park Ave., Minneapolis. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Vets Pioneer Back Surgery For Dogs Jun 30, 2007
Of the various treatments available, laser disc ablation surgery, an interventional radiologic procedure, results in a lower rate of recurrence than the other methods of prevention which have been tried in the past. The procedure is indicated for dogs that are experiencing only back pain. (Science Daily)
Georgia Gwinnett College desperately seeking students Jun 28, 2007
Georgia Gwinnett is initially offering four-year degrees in biology, business, psychology and information technology, and, years from now, plans to add education, nursing and radiologic technology. TIMELINE. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Pharmacyclics Announces Positive Final Results of Phase 2 Trial of Xcytrin(R) Plus Radiosurgery for Brain Metastases With Occult Tumors Detected in 24% of Patients Jun 4, 2007
"The study demonstrates the potential for Xcytrin to improve neurologic outcomes by enhancing both the efficacy of radiation and detection of the tumors -- 24% of the patients in this study were found to have lesions that were missed using standard MRI scans and therefore would have had tumors that remained untreated. Particularly within the context of brain metastases for which there are limited alternative treatments, developing this kind of next-generation drug is a vital step forward -- not... (PR Newswire)
