National Radiologic
Technology Week® Kicks Off Nov. 8th
Greenville, Ohio – Providing patients with safe medical imaging
examinations and radiation treatments is the prime goal for the
nation’s radiologic technologists (RT). To recognize the vital work of
its R.T.s, Wayne HealthCare is celebrating National Radiologic
Technology Week® (NRTW), Nov. 8th-14th.
NRTW was created in 1979 by the American Society of Radiologic
Technologists (ASRT) which represents more than 152,000 members. The
event is celebrated each year during the week of Nov. 8, the day that
German physicist Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen discovered the x-ray in 1895.
Wayne HealthCare employs twenty-one imaging technologists with over 463
years of experience. In 1937, one lone x-ray machine existed; it was
located next to the nursery in the two-story brick house, known as
Greenville Hospital. Presently, Wayne HealthCare utilizes multiple
imaging machines. We have two state of the art digital x-ray systems,
one of which was the first of its type installed in the United States.
A Computed Tomography scanner, Mammography unit and Bone Density
scanner are also used. We have advanced mobile x-ray equipment that
includes surgical c-arms for intra-operative imaging, two ultrasound
units, MRI unit, and two nuclear medicine scanners.
Our medical imaging and therapy professionals work with some of the
most innovative equipment in the medical field to help identify
pathologies, plan and administer treatment and restore patient health.
Our technologists specialize in breast imaging, computed tomography,
magnetic resonance imaging, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, and general
diagnostic radiology. We provide world class imaging and leading edge
technology right here in your backyard. All of our technologists are
licensed and participate in continuing education programs to stay
abreast of exciting medical imaging developments.
As part of our celebration, Wayne HealthCare imaging department
information will be on display throughout the month of November in the
hospital's Main Lobby. Stop by to learn of the imaging procedures
available at Wayne HealthCare, and schedule your next visit with us.
YOU have the right to request that your exams be done locally.
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