Diagnostic Imaging
Information Sessions for Prospective Diagnostic Imaging Students
Time: 5:00 - 6:00pm, on the following dates:
Thursday, March 1, 2012
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Thursday, July 12 , 2012
Thursday, August 2, 2012
Venue: School of Health Professions, Room Y2.6002
Address: 1515 Holcombe Blvd., Houston, TX 77030
Directions and additional Information (pdf)
For more information and directions, call the Diagnostic Imaging Program 713-792-4337
Program in Diagnostic Imaging
The Program is sponsored by MD Anderson's School of Health Professions and receives its support from the Division of Diagnostic Imaging. Students are educated in the institution's state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging center, where the Division's diverse and experienced staff includes more than 70 physicians, 16 scientists and 170 certified imaging technologists
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Two Tracks
Track 1
Certificate in Radiologic Sciences
A two-year program with entry at the sophomore level. The program includes: 52 semester credit hours SCH in the radiography curriculum and 21 SCH of core courses. At the conclusion of this two-year program, students may sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification examination, and may proceed to the third year for their baccalaureate degree with specialization in one of four areas: Computed Tomography, Education, Management, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging,
Track 2
Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Imaging
Bridge program for Radiologic Science professionals desiring a BS degree in Diagnostic Imaging
This track is a one-year program of upper division electives (30 Semester Credit Hours) in a chosen emphasis:
- Computed Tomography
- Education
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Management
Two Options for Track 2:
Option A
Designed for School of Health Professions students who have completed the Diagnostic Imaging Program Track 1: Certificate in Radiologic Sciences
Option B
Designed for students certified by one of the following: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB), or American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
Option B Prerequisites:
• Graduation from an academic program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), or its equivalent, with acceptable transfer credits.
• Texas Core Curriculum: Minimum of 30 of 42 SCH required. Full completion of 42 SCH recommended.
Option B is a flexible full-time or part-time track designed for certified technologists, nuclear medicine technologists, radiographers, and sonographers who are already working in radiologic sciences. This Bachelor of Science degree completion program offers specialization in one of 4 areas:
o Computed Tomography (Full Time 12 months or Part Time 24 Months)
o Education (Full Time 12 months or Part Time 24 Months)
o Magnetic Resonance Imaging (Full Time- 12 months)
o Management (Full Time 12 months or Part Time 24 Months)
For information about admission requirements and the admissions process for Track 1 and Track 2, please visit the Diagnostic Imaging Admissions Requirements.
Diagnostic Imaging Program's Mission, Vision, and Goals
Mission
The mission of the Diagnostic Imaging Program is to provide the highest quality of education to diagnostic imaging students through formal didactic and state-of-the-art clinical experiences that prepare our students to be diagnostic imaging professionals who are patient care focused, critical thinkers and engaged in lifelong learning
Vision
We shall be the premier educational program in Diagnostic Imaging by providing innovative curricular, clinical and continuing education services to the diagnostic imaging community and the patients we serve.
Goals
Fulfillment of the program’s mission is assessed by the program’s effectiveness and the degree to which the program achieves the goals in which our students will academically and professionally:
Goal: 1. Students will develop a patient care focus by providing superior patient care
Goal: 2. Students will demonstrate critical thinking skills.
Goal: 3. Students will adopt a philosophy of life-long learning through continuing education and professional involvement.
Goal: 4. Students will embrace the M.D. Anderson core values of caring, integrity and discovery.
Goal: 5 Students will communicate effectively in a variety of settings
Outcomes
1. Students will provide empathetic professional patient care.
2. Student will demonstrate judicious use of ionizing radiation.
3. Students will competently perform non-routine procedures
4. Students will appropriately evaluate images
5. Students will demonstrate continued competency through life-long learning.
6. Student will demonstrate a sense of professionalism and desire to learn.
7. Students will demonstrate the core values of caring, integrity and discovery
8. Students will use effective oral communication during simulation and clinical settings
9. Students will communicate effectively during oral Presentation of Projects
The Diagnostic Imaging Program: Clinical Policies (pdf)
Faculty
Dean, School of Health Professions
Shirley Richmond, Ed.D.
Medical Advisor
Aurelio Matamoros, M.D.
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Program Director
William Undie, Ed.D., RT (R) (T)
Education Coordinator, Computed Tomography
Deborah Scroggins, M.S., RT (CL), RT (CT), RT (M), RT (R)
Education Coordinator, Education & Management
Suzieann Richards-Bass, M.A.Ed., M.B.A., RT (R)
Education Coordinator, Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Sonja K Robb-Bellville, M.S.R.S., RT (R) (MR)
Clinical Coordinator
Karen Y. Ridely, B.S., RT (R)
Faculty Roster
A current roster of Diagnostic Imaging faculty is published in the Health Professions Student Catalog. Many members of the Division of Diagnostic Imaging teach in various capacities. Students will have the opportunity to learn from the division’s diverse and experienced faculty and staff, including more than 70 physicians, 16 scientists and 170 certified imaging technologists.
Clinical Experience
The Program in Diagnostic Imaging provides clinical education and experience in the MD Anderson Division of Diagnostic Imaging which provides a full range of contemporary diagnostic imaging and therapeutic services including PET, PET/CT, MRI, CT, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, mammography and general diagnostic and interventional procedures.
In addition, students will broaden the scope of their clinical education through rotations at the following affiliated institutions located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston, unless indicated otherwise
- Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center
- Memorial Hermann Hospital
- St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital
- The Methodist Hospital
- The University of Texas Medical Branch (Galveston)
- TIRR Memorial Hermann
Evening and weekend clinical assignments may be required to ensure that all students complete the necessary competency requirements. Students are responsible for cost of travel, lodging, parking and meals as part of their clinical obligations. Specific clinical responsibilities can be found in the program Clinical Policies Manual in the catalog.
For More Information
Please contact:
Program in Diagnostic Imaging
UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
School of Health Professions - Unit 2
1515 Holcombe Boulevard
Houston, Texas 77030-4009
713-792-4377
Resources
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Diagnostic Imaging
Visit the sites below for more information about a career in diagnostic imaging.
- American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
- International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine - Section for Magnetic Resonance Technologists (ISMRM-SMRT)
Houston
Visit the sites below for more information about the Houston area.