Tuesday, February 25, 2014

How Online Education May Help Radiation Concerns

Radiation is like and old friend that we want to like but can’t, at least in the world of diagnostic imaging. Radiation is a necessity when performing CT scans, Mammograms, and just about any other X-Ray procedure. The concern with radiation is not that it will hurt the patient. The real danger comes with repeat exposure, which can cause an adverse effect on the patient.



Patients with complex conditions often face dangers such as increased risks of cancer. For the last few years there has been a massive puss to go ahead and minimize said risks. Graduating radiation dosage has become and reducing it to where it doesn't compromise the image has been one way to go and in some cases it has proven effective. Even though there is something in play in order to ease concerns, radiation is still a concern.

So what’s new in the world of radiation control? The answer is online education, and so far it’s looking like a potential winner. According to an article in itnonline.com it’s been stated that “The American Society of Nuclear Cardiology (ASNC) has recently released an online education program for physicians and technologists involved in the practice of nuclear cardiology. This program offers continuing education credits and provides valuable quality control procedures and radiation safety information.”

While this particular blurb states that the online education program applies to nuclear cardiology, the development itself has some serious implications in the world of imaging as a whole. This is the type of advent that may well prove to be a game changer as it will give practitioners in general an idea of how to deal with radiation.

This isn't something that’s going to kill the radiation issue but it’s still something that helps. Likely there is going to be more in terms of research, work and ultimate results and in the end something good may come of it. Let’s see what the future holds in terms of the radiation situation.


If you have any questions about diagnostic imaging procedures, please feel free to give us a call. Our dedicated staff of professionals here at Clermont Radiology looks forward to answering any questions that you may have.



Charla Hurst
General Operations Manager

Charla@ClermontRadiology.com  
352-241-6100 




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