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Best Representation of our Profession on MSNBC – Radiographer Nails It!

July 14, 2023April 28, 2020 by Dr. Ron Jones EdD, RT (R,CT) ARRT

We all know how sorely under-represented Radiography is as a profession. Underappreciated, underacknowledged for the training we go through, and often times the brunt of misplaced anger in the workplace by other healthcare workers. Well, this NYC Radiographer, Josemery Brito, did a terrific job representing what we do as a profession and I’m amazed at …

Barium Enema – Standard Radiology Protocol

July 14, 2023April 26, 2020 by Dr. Ron Jones EdD, RT (R,CT) ARRT

Radiology protocols can vary depending on a few things: But for the most part, radiology protocols are very similar to some degree. Today, I’m sharing a basic Barium Enema protocol just in case someone needs it for their clinic. Barium Enema Protocol Supplies Barium Enema Setup & Procedure Post Procedure Show the images to the …

Foreign Body & Radiopaque Surgical Items on Film

July 14, 2023April 22, 2020 by Dr. Ron Jones EdD, RT (R,CT) ARRT

Foreign body radiographs. We see it on the order as “KUB for FB” meaning a Kidneys, Ureter, Bladder x-ray for Foreign Body. That is what radiographers perform when a surgical count comes up short right after surgery is completed. You see, there are people on the surgery team who have the job of counting all …