Season 5 | Episode 13 | Chris Schmidt DHCA, RCIS (R) (CT) (VI) (CI) (ARRT) | Associate Dean- College of Health Science | Program Director- Radiologic Technology Professor

In this episode of the RadTechLife Podcast, I sit down with Chris Schmidt, an experienced radiologic technologist and Associate Dean for the College of Health Sciences at Baker College. We dive into the essentials of radiation protection and safety, covering:

• How to minimize patient radiation exposure while maintaining image quality
• The role of kVp and mAs in dose reduction
• How Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) helps prevent unnecessary exposure
• The importance of collimation and proper positioning
• Effective communication techniques to reduce repeat exposures
• Special considerations for pediatric and morbidly obese patients
• The biggest radiation exposure risks for technologists and how to mitigate them

Whether you're a student or a seasoned tech, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you refine your practice and keep both patients and yourself safe. Tune in now!