Conference Schedule

Rachel Herrmann, BSN, RN, CRN
Radiology Nursing Clinical Coordinator

• Describe clinical decision-making and critical thinking.
• Describe risk reduction and quality improvement.
• Describe care coordination and patient recovery.
• Describe regulatory, documentation, and compliance responsibilities.
• Describe emotional intelligence and human connection.

 Rebecca Nelson, BS RTR MR MRSO

• Describe the role and responsibilities of MR Safety Roles (MRSO, MRMD, MRSE).
• Describe commonly accepted MRI safety screening practices and options for improvements.
• Discuss implanted device MRI safety investigation practices and alternative methods for more streamlined clearance processes.
• Discuss the importance of MRI safety decisions being made by properly trained and identified MR personnel, highlighting non-MRI personnel’s scope does not encompass MRI safety.

Julie Roeske, BS RRT

• Describe the scope and core responsibilities of the respiratory therapist across the continuum of care.
• Identify emerging and non-traditional roles for RTs in today’s healthcare environment (e.g., Interventional Pulmonology, Hyperbaric Medicine, Outpatient Clinics).
• Recognize collaborative opportunities between RTs and imaging professionals to improve workflow efficiency, diagnostic accuracy, and patient experience.
• Discuss the future direction of the respiratory therapy profession, including workforce trends, specialization, and technology-driven care.

Tricia Pedretti, MA, BS, RT (R)(M)

• Describe expectations when working with clinical learners.
• Identify personal challenges/barriers that affect working with clinical learners.
• Describe the diversity of clinical learners that will enhance positive engagement.
• Identify key strategies to build technologist/learner engagement that will promote learning.

Dr. Thomas M. Hanson, DVM,MS, RT(R)(CT)

• Describe the evolution of CT technology and its adoption curve within veterinary imaging, from early academic use to widespread clinical integration.
• Explain how CT improves diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes using case examples such as porto-systemic shunts and elbow dysplasia.
• Compare traditional imaging modalities with CT in terms of anatomical visualization, surgical planning, and client communication.
• Evaluate the clinical utility of portable CT systems in emergency and general practice.

The Gavel Raffle will be announced during this break.

Jeanne Koshick, RTR (M) BA

• Current breast imaging and the challenges
• Overview of Breast Acoustic CT – Transmission Mode and B Mode reflection
• Value Prop of QT – Adjunct and its place in the current breast imaging
• Value of speed of sound and reflection
• QTI and potential impact on monitoring/accessing breast disease

Carlene Brennan BSN, RN

• Define the purpose and key components of a Peer Support Program in a healthcare setting.
• Describe how peer support provides emotional first aid following challenging, traumatic, or adverse clinical events.
• Explain the role of peer support in normalizing emotional responses and reducing stigma associated with seeking help.
• Identify when referral to additional resources or higher levels of support is appropriate.
• Discuss key considerations for implementing and sustaining a peer support program at both the organizational and local levels.

Dr. Cheryl DuBose, Ed.D, RT(R)(MR)(CT)(QM)(ARRT), MRSO, FASRT

• List a few of the challenges facing educators in the current landscape.
• Explain how advancements in technology and artificial intelligence are changing the way that we teach.
• Discuss the latest trends in higher education and their effect on traditional program structure.
• Provide words of encouragement as the educator community works to maintain the highest quality of patient care during stressful times of change.

Randy Griswold, M.P.A., RTR

• Explain the relationship between X-ray beam geometry and “Profile Imaging.”
• Discuss the role of the cardiac silhouette in chest radiograph interpretation.
• Identify specific anatomic lines, stripes, and markings used by radiologists.
• Calculate the cardio-thoracic ratio and its positioning considerations.
• Identify clinically important anatomical measurements used by radiologists in cervical spine and orthopedic radiography.

Amber Schuck, RTR MBA

• Comprehend how Barium Platinocyanide enabled the discovery of X-rays.
• Outline the difference between actual fluorescence and radioluminescence.
• Illustrate the process of how few X-ray photons can result in many light photons emitted.
• Discuss the evolution of Scintillators used in diagnostic medical imaging.
• Explore different scintillators used in other imaging modalities and what the future may hold.

Dr. Cheryl DuBose, Ed.D, RT(R)(MR)(CT)(QM)(ARRT), MRSO, FASRT & Dr. Paul Larson, MD, FACR

• Understand the history of Radiologist/Technologist working relationships.
• Provide possible reasons for changes in the Radiologist/Technologist working relationship.
• Recognize the value of the Radiologist/Technologist relationship.
• Discuss methods to improve collaboration between Radiologists and Technologists.

Dr. Thomas Faull

• Recognize common anatomy for procedures used in pain management.
• Recognize common procedures in pain management.
• Understand optimal patient positioning to improve imaging.

Troy Albrecht, MS R.T.(R)(CT)                                 

• Review ARRT content specs
• Review Patient Care
• Review of Safety
• Review of Image Production
• Review of Procedures

During this break, vendors will be available.

Dr. Matt Niesen, M.D. MHA

• Maximizing your experience in the OR
• How to be a valuable team member
• How to talk to the surgeon
• Case Examples
• C-arm Demonstration

Sarah Averbeck, RTR

• Build confidence in evaluating and improving image quality through interactive, case-based image review.
• Learn to recognize and address common image quality challenges encountered in clinical settings.
• Develop critical thinking skills through collaborative image review.
• Utilize best practices and professional standards to support consistent, high-quality imaging.

Dan Cordas

• Identify and discuss components of X-ray circuit.
• Discuss the two X-rays producing interactions in the tube.
• Discuss the properties of X-ray photons and their interactions in matter.

Dr. Ted Hanson

• Radiology’s Role in Personalized Breast Cancer Screening
• Lutetium Therapy for Prostate Cancer
• Role of CT Imaging in the Diagnosis and Management of Cardiovascular Disease

Jason Herrington, MBA

• Understanding the importance of a good resume and cover letter.
• Better understanding of ATS systems and how they work.
• Creating good bullet points.
• Info on how to use AI appropriately.
• Tips on telling stories to sell yourself in an interview.