Season 4 | Episode 4 | Dr. Kori L. Stewart Ph.D., R.T.(R)(CT)(ARRT), CIIP | Program Director of the Radiologic Sciences and Associate Professor of Diagnostic Imaging at Quinnipiac University

In Season Four, Episode 4 of The RadTechLife Podcast, I sat down with Dr. Kori Stewart, co-author of the 8th Edition of “Introduction to Radiologic & Imaging Sciences & Patient Care”, as well an invited full co-author of the upcoming 7th Edition of “Principles of Radiographic Imaging: An Art and Science”.

Here are some of the key points from our discussion:

1. Career Path and Inspiration:

   • Transition from aspirations in medical school to the field of radiologic technology.
   • Experience working as a hairstylist and the eventual pursuit of diagnostic imaging.

2. Patient-Centered Care:

   • Emphasis on the importance of patient care in diagnostic imaging.
   • The role personal experiences with family healthcare played in shaping a patient-first philosophy.

3. Transition to Teaching:

   • Journey from clinical work to becoming an educator.
   • Challenges and rewards of impacting students indirectly through teaching.

4. Textbook Authorship Process:

   • Experience co-authoring Introduction to Radiologic and Imaging Sciences and Patient Care.
   • The writing process, peer review, and challenges in making content digestible for students.
   • Inclusion of multi-modality content relevant to different imaging fields.

5. Emerging Technologies in Imaging:

   • Impact of AI on radiology and education.
   • Importance of staying updated on technological trends, including AI algorithms and informatics.

6. Student Engagement Strategies:

   • Use of flipped classrooms and innovative tools like polling software and ChatGPT.
   • Emphasis on maintaining curiosity and the importance of reflective learning.

7. Educational Challenges and Solutions:

   • Addressing mental health and academic struggles among students.
   • Encouragement to build foundational knowledge in math, science, and anatomy for long-term success.

8. Lifelong Learning and Professional Growth:

   • Importance of networking, mentoring, and building professional relationships.
   • Staying informed through conferences, articles, and ongoing education.

9. Bridging Education and Workforce:

   • Preparing students for professional demands, including burnout.
   • Aligning personal values with organizational goals to foster career satisfaction.

10. Practical Patient Care Skills:

• Importance of infection control, patient transfers, and body mechanics across modalities.
• Developing strong communication skills, including thorough patient interviews.

These topics collectively emphasize the intersection of technology, patient care, education, and professional growth within the field of radiologic technology.

Interested in applying to Quinnipiac University and pursing a focus in Radiography, head on over to https://www.qu.edu/schools/health-sciences/programs/bachelors-degree/radiologic-sciences/

• Links to online resources for staying “in the know”:
• https://www.auntminnie.com/
• https://radiologybusiness.com/
• https://radiopaedia.org/?lang=us
• https://www.healthcareitnews.com/
• https://www.healthit.gov/
• https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/software-medical-device-samd/artificial-intelligence-and-machine-learning-aiml-enabled-medical-devices
• https://www.arrt.org/pages/about/arrt-news-and-events
• https://www.asrt.org/main/news-publications/news

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