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This Episode of Zone 3 podcast between Robert, Laurie Coburn, and Reggie, discussing Laurie's career journey in radiology and the Radiology Practitioner Assistant (RPA) program at Weber State University. Laurie shares her experiences, from discovering her passion for radiology in high school to pursuing various roles such as radiographer, CT technologist, interventional radiology technologist, and eventually becoming an RPA and instructor at Weber State. She provides insights into the RPA program, including its history, curriculum, clinical requirements, certification process, job prospects, and salary expectations. Laurie emphasizes the importance of hands-on experience, continuous learning, and adapting to new challenges throughout her career. The conversation covers the differences between RPA, RRA (Registered Radiology Assistant), and PA (Physician Assistant) roles, as well as the benefits and challenges of pursuing the RPA/RRA path. Laurie's inspiring story highlights her dedication, resilience, and willingness to embrace new opportunities for professional growth.

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In this episode, Robert and Reggie speak with Kelly Mantooth, an MR Safety expert, about RF burns in MRI. They discuss the definition of RF burns, how they differ from overall heating (SAR), the four types of burns (proximity, looping, resonant, and reflective), statistics on RF burns, causes, preventative measures, treatment, and personal experiences. Key points include: RF burns are caused by local/focal heating rather than overall heating, positioning and proper padding are crucial for prevention, certain sequences don't necessarily increase burn risk, and identifying high-risk patients is important. Kelly shares stories from her career that influenced her passion for MR safety.

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In this episode of Zone 3 Podcast, Reggie and Robert discuss training new MRI technologists. Rob Cloutier, a well-known MRI Educator, discusses his approach to training technologists, focusing on understanding the 'why' behind MRI instead of just memorizing protocols. He talks about the importance of teaching MRI concepts in simple, easy-to-understand ways using analogies and stories. The key takeaways are to focus on the fundamentals like coverage, angles, phase direction, and assessing for motion and wrap. Rob emphasizes empowering technologists to think critically instead of being 'button pushers' who blindly follow protocols. He shares real examples of problem-solving on cases and talks about the importance of communication, efficiency, and attention to detail in producing quality diagnostic images.

See Full Video Episode --> Revolutionizing MRI with Remote Scanning & Alpha RT | https://youtu.be/NV9u6O-Xr4I

The podcast features Pete, Neil, Ryan, and Dr. Rekhi from Alpha RT.
Alpha RT focuses on remote scanning in the MRI field and plans to expand cautiously while maintaining exceptional service quality and safety.- They emphasize the importance of safety and have developed an MRI Tech Aid program to train tech aids. The program includes a 9-week curriculum covering personnel safety, medical terminology, equipment, anatomy, and codes.- The clinical training includes supervised on-site experience and a certification exam.- Alpha RT's approach prioritizes safety and solving staffing shortages while providing innovative solutions in the industry.

The Future of Radiology: Explore how remote scanning is revolutionizing patient care and safety in radiology.
Expert Insights: Hear from the co-founder of a pioneering remote scanning company, a VP of Partnerships, a day-to-day operations specialist, and a practicing radiologist.
Challenges & Solutions: Learn about the hurdles in implementing remote scanning, from safety protocols to staffing challenges, and how these are being innovatively addressed.
Educational Aspects: Discover the intricacies of our MRI Tech Program that's setting new standards in the field.
Safety First: Understand the stringent safety measures and patient care protocols in place.
Looking Ahead: Get a glimpse into the future goals and aspirations in remote scanning technology.
🤝 Join us in this enlightening journey as we uncover how technology and expertise come together to transform radiology. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more content from Zone 3 Podcast!

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ALPHA RT website - https://remotemriscanning.com/

Watch Episode at Pros and Cons of Field Strengths: 1.5T vs 3T vs 7T https://youtu.be/whvW8CZU7Ss

Dive into the nuances of MRI field strengths as we discuss the pros and cons of 1.5T, 3T, and 7T with our special guest, Jesse Bashford. Learn about protocol optimization, the importance of equipment, and the ideal scenarios for each field strength.

Also Check out New and Improved Padding - https://mrpadwell.com/

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Join us in this enlightening episode of the Zone 3 Podcast as we delve deep into the world of MRI parameters with our guest expert, Matt Rederer, To find out what we really are doing when change certain parameters. This video is a comprehensive guide to understanding and optimizing MRI parameters for the best image quality

Video Chapters:
Introduction [0:00 - 1:00]
Opening of the topic and the guest, Matt.

Understanding TR (Repetition Time) [1:01 - 10:00]
Explanation of TR and its impact on T1 contrast in the image.
Discuss the importance of finding the "sweet spot" for TR to achieve the best image quality.

Understanding TE (Echo Time) [10:01 - 20:00]
Explanation of TE and its role in controlling T2 contrast.
Discussion on how a higher TE will result in more signal loss, affecting the contrast.

Understanding TI (Inversion Time) [20:01 - 30:00]
Explanation of TI and its role in an inversion recovery sequence.
Discussion on how TI is used to nullify the signal from certain tissues, enhancing the contrast between different tissues.

Understanding ETL (Echo Train Length) [30:01 - 40:00]
Explanation of ETL and its role in a fast spin echo sequence.
Discussion on how a longer ETL can speed up the scan but may also result in more image blurring.

Understanding Flip Angle [40:01 - 50:00]
Explanation of the flip angle and its role in MRI.
Discussion on how the flip angle can affect the contrast and signal-to-noise ratio of the image.

Understanding Diffusion Weighted Imaging [50:01 - 60:00]
Discussion on the role of the B value in diffusion-weighted imaging.
Explanation of how a higher B value will result in more diffusion weighting, but also more noise in the image.

Understanding Phase Contrast Imaging [60:01 - 70:00]
Discussion on the role of the VENC (Velocity Encoding) value in phase contrast imaging.
Explanation of how the VENC value needs to be adjusted based on the velocity of the flow being imaged to avoid aliasing artifacts.

Conclusion [70:01 - End]
Recap of the main points discussed in the video.
Closing remarks and end of the video.

This video covers key MRI parameters including TR, TE, TI, ETL, and Flip Angle. We also delve into the intricacies of Diffusion Weighted Imaging and Phase Contrast Imaging.

Whether you're an MRI professional or a student in the field, this video is a valuable resource for enhancing your understanding of MRI parameters and their impact on image quality.

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About our Guest:
Matt is the President of RITE Advantage LLC. A company focused on educating and testing MRI, CT, Sonography, and Radiography students and technologists. The lead MRI technologist and a certified MR Safety Officer at Advocate Sherman Hospital. Matt is also the MRI/CT Physics Professor at Elgin Community College.

Matt’s very knowledgeable at MRI physics which is the fundamental factor for image acquisition. So in addition to tricks and tips learned from coworkers, Matt stresses the importance of understanding how to optimize the image you’re acquiring by means of physics. Matt appreciates the artistic influence that naturally comes with photography. If you understand what’s happening on the back end in terms of k space etc., then you can be the creator of new tips and tricks to share with your coworkers and team.

Watch now on Youtube --> Shaking Things up with MR Elastrography https://youtu.be/IfkjM96BD80

Another fun episode with another fun guest. Kay Pepin PhD is the Vice President, Research & Global Collaboration Resoundant and a Senior Engineer in the Advanced Imaging Lab at Mayo Clinic led by Dr. Richard Ehman. She specializes in the use of imaging in liver disease. Dr. Pepin has a background in technique development, translational research, education, and collaboration management and is an expert on the development and implementation of Magnetic Resonance Elastography (MRE).

Magnetic resonance elastography (MRE) of the liver has emerged as the non-invasive standard for the evaluation of liver fibrosis in chronic liver diseases (CLDs). The utility of MRE in the evaluation of different CLD in both adults and children has been demonstrated in several studies, and MRE has been recommended by several clinical societies. Consequently, the clinical indications for evaluation of CLD with MRE have increased, and MRE is currently used as an add-on test during routine liver MRI studies or as a standalone test. To meet the increasing clinical demand, MRE is being installed in many academic and private practice imaging centers.

Dr. Pepin talks about proper positioning of the elastography paddle. Prescribing of sequences. How to QA images to ensure an adequate study. How to trouble shoot different challenges that inherently arise with such a new and advanced method of imaging. She covers the pathologies that are best demonstrated. Clinical indications and imaging contraindications. A variety of Magnet manufactures have upgraded their existing units to accommodate the installation of MRE equipment. Dr. Pepin covers what those requirements are and helps to illustrate the simplicity.

The origin story is fascinating. Listen along and take note of the complexities and how beneficial MRE can be for a growing population who suffer the clinical indications. It was a joy to have Dr. Kay Pepin on. She’s a natural in front of the camera which makes for entertaining and easy viewing.

Check out the Video --> GE Healthcare Revolutionary AIR™ Coils and AIR™ Recon DL | https://youtu.be/MbT_fTqL_oE

Join Reggie and Robert in this exciting episode of Zone3Podcast as they sit down with Bradley Tomlinson, GE Healthcare's Rocky Mountain Region Manager of MR operations. Listen as Brad shares his inspiring career journey and introduces the hosts to GE's award-winning AIR™ Coils, an industry first in MRI coil design. The trio discusses the benefits of these ultra-light, flexible, and overlapping coil elements that deliver the exceptional image quality and a simplified, faster workflow.

But that's not all! Brad also dives into the game-changing AIR™ Recon DL algorithm, which transforms the MRI image reconstruction process. With its ability to perform ringing suppression and SNR improvement, AIR™ Recon DL offers clinical, operational, and financial benefits over conventional image reconstruction, including sharper images, reduced scan time, greater tolerance of protocol variations, and easier-to-read images.

Listen to this informative episode to learn about the latest advancements in MRI technology and how the AIR™ Coils and AIR™ Recon DL are changing the game for clinicians, patients, and the industry. Don't miss out on this exciting episode of Zone 3 Podcast!

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