Xray Tech Tips

Received a chest CTA and there was a comment that there weren’t any findings of calcified plaque but no mention of the level of soft plaque, why is that? submitted by /u/hlthisht [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13x796v/cta_report/

Ok the image below is of a patient with orbital cellulitis. I am a medical students Am I specifically looking at that grey-colored abscess on the right side of the nose? https://preview.redd.it/zjd7t0dstb3b1.png?width=921&format=png&auto=webp&s=bf998ae08e7317eb1fe9d09a4ec5d98f233b3e67 submitted by /u/nia5095 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13x769n/orbital_cellulitiswhat_am_i_seeing/

Broken screws are in an ankle? That stuff happened to me and I've never really been the same since and just wondering how common that is? submitted by /u/diaryea [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13wiykk/ive_always_been_curious_as_to_how_common/

submitted by /u/Not_for_consumption [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13wip17/what_is_that_strange_thing_i_see/

submitted by /u/Trey33lee [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13wfz6y/be_careful_on_ladders/

Have you ever had experience with internal hernia into bursa ometalis which was without obstruction and chronic? The intestinal sac would pull stomach into pelvis in upright position. submitted by /u/Affectionate-Plan270 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13wfnno/internal_hernia_into_bursa_omentalislesser_sac/

…might do this to your neck. My MRI, and I was always worried about my shoulder. Take care of your necks imaging friends. submitted by /u/Hungry-River-7317 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13wcy5q/15_years_of_doing_ultrasound/

I am not in the field, but I found this video very informative. The way he explains everything is very insightful. https://youtu.be/NlYXqRG7lus submitted by /u/Indecisive-Penguin [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13wa6rn/video_how_mri_machine_works/

submitted by /u/Soft_dump [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13wa3d6/general_surgery_resident_here_starting_off_my/

submitted by /u/Dmh_sh0gun [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13vqb7h/trimalleolar_fracture_from_catching_my_heel_on_a/

What is the limit of times you call the ward to transport your patient before just letting the radiologist know that ward refused to transport and going ahead with your day? submitted by /u/Blasterion [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13vpapp/how_many_times_do_you_call_the_ward_to_tell_them/

submitted by /u/frantzi5 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13vn5vz/abscess_due_to_a_retained_fecalith_discovered_11/

submitted by /u/Friendly_Mess_635 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13vlusx/this_liver/

submitted by /u/ax0r [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13vl5rf/septic_arthritis_and_bursitis_on_ct/

Hello, I moved to Texas back in 2021 and was curious about the CE credit Requirements for renewing my MRT license. I know that we have to complete the Hunan Trafficking course, but I was a bit confused about the other credits. I usually do EradImaging for my ARRT credits and those usually are sufficient for my ARRT renewal. Will the credits I earned through EradImaging be enough to satisfy the TMB requirements or do I have to earn separate credits for those. Note: I earned all my ARRT credits through EradImaging. Category A credits iirc. submitted by /u/kaptainkooleio [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13uxr7y/texas_medical_board_requirements_question/

submitted by /u/Curious_newsreader [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13utbnf/unusual_mr_here_31yr_female_6_month_postpartum/

Whatcha guys think? I was so excited to have it done and finally be able to look at what has been causing me so much trouble. Sorry, I just have the sagittal view. submitted by /u/artorienne [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13upwnv/my_recent_mri_to_look_at_my_l5s1_herniated_disc/

Anyone Experienced this with their FPD. Waiting for the Engineer to check the Error Log. Just wanna ask if anyone has any idea, is it Software or Hardware. Image was taken in bucky also tried out bucky same artifact is shown. submitted by /u/godnat8 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13up1kq/flat_panel_artifacterror/

Nothing left of that... well left lung. submitted by /u/Meotwister5 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13uopf8/46_year_old_with_untreated_multidrug_resistant/

submitted by /u/godnat8 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13uoniw/flat_panel_error_anyone_knows_this_error/

This is the career / general questions thread for the week. Questions about radiology as a career (both as a medical specialty and radiologic technology), student questions, workplace guidance, and everyday inquiries are welcome here. This thread and this subreddit in general are not the place for medical advice. If you do not have results for your exam, your provider/physician is the best source for information regarding your exam. Posts of this sort that are posted outside of the weekly thread will continue to be removed. submitted by /u/AutoModerator [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13unhht/weekly_career_general_questions_thread/

I ended up having Double pneumonia and the flu. My o2 would not go above 70 and had to be intubated for 11 days in a medically induced coma. I got super lucky and made a full recovery. submitted by /u/pickleman92 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13ukddm/the_time_i_had_double_pneumonia/

Findings Bilateral stifles (four images dated May 25, 2023): The caudal abdomen is within normal limits. The visible coxal joints are unremarkable. The stifle joints are unremarkable for patient age. The apophysis of the left tibial tuberosity is proximally displaced with a 9 mm osseous body noted immediately distal. The soft tissues cranial to the left proximal tibia and left stifle joint are mildly thickened. There is equivocal widening of the craniomedial aspect of the left proximal tibial physis. The popliteal lymph nodes are normal in size bilaterally. The visible tarsi are unremarkable. Conclusion Left tibial tuberosity avulsion fracture 1 The appearance of the left proximal tibial physis may be artifactual due to differences in patient positioning, however a concurrent physeal fracture is also considered. submitted by /u/nevertoomanytacos [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13u2saw/24w_pittie_puppy_nonweight_bearing/

submitted by /u/xpietoe42 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13u121n/any_rad_fans_make_a_dx_here_the_frontal_view/

I am now a sophomore student in my program! In our fall semester we get lunch for the freshman and gift them with kind of like a survivor bag for clinical. What are some things you wish you had while you were a student starting out? I’ve already gathered water bottles, hand sanitizer, capped pens and chapstick! My class is also going to get small notepads. I’d love to hear some suggestions! Thanks! submitted by /u/Asleep_Frosting717 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13tzej9/survivor_bag/

submitted by /u/HeartlessGoose [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13tv537/full_metal_jacket_bullets_dont_necessarily_deform/

submitted by /u/xzxAdio [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13trj7b/panda_brain/

submitted by /u/IGottaKnit [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13tq99q/bicycle_vs_minivan_couldve_been_so_much_worse/

She lost the ability to fly during an injury I wasn't there for, this x ray was taken months after. submitted by /u/sunhappygirl [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13tak8c/x_ray_of_my_diamond_dove/

submitted by /u/ma01are [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13ta2ya/what_are_the_white_masses_in_the_lower_portion_of/

submitted by /u/Electronic_Stomach [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13t3r5h/subtalar_calcaneal_novel_angle_review/

W/ W/O contrast & X-ray 30 y/o male who presented with right hip pain x 4 weeks. submitted by /u/zask239 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13t1bff/what_do_you_make_of_this/

submitted by /u/katielei [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13sx4wo/my_spine_in_a_ct/

submitted by /u/Away-Living5278 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13swuuy/mri_didnt_give_me_a_diagnosis_but_i_did_find_a/

submitted by /u/Neptune141 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13sdi6z/theres_an_elephant_on_my_chest_doctor/

An example: There is a whole-body CT scan, could there be a reconstruction which covers only the limited area around one arm with the same matrix widge as the one present in the whole-body reconstruction? Thanks. submitted by /u/Schunkk [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13sb6m6/are_multiple_reconstructions_with_distinct_pixel/

submitted by /u/radiologistHQ [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13saobe/ultrasound_of_ileocolic_intussusception/

I work at a university where the ordering providers rarely put notes as to why this patient is getting an X-ray. I have to transcribe their order into Epic for a Rad read where a reason is required. I include when it happened, attention to what area, and an prior history to that area. Example- Rt Ankle Injury x 3 days, attn. lateral aspect, h/o sprains. What else can I add that would be useful? submitted by /u/PortuondoW [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13s7whf/more_detailed_notes/

Trying to get into the rad tech program at community college it’s a 2yr program. I just wanted some insight from someone has gone through this. How are the clinicals? Are they like full time hours ex: m-f 9-5? Or are they like Mondays 9-5 Wednesdays 9-5 (random)? How many hours of clinicals are normally a week? I’m just trying to get a feel of the schedule before I dive in. I’m a CNA and I was planning on working thru an agency doing travel and picking up shifts on my own time when I can so I can pay for things I need but what would you suggest? Is full time rad tech program doable with a job? Part time per diem job? Or just don’t even try? How was your clinical schedule like? Every answer is appreciated thank you. submitted by /u/Ok_Conversation_3954 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13s6j51/how_can_i_manage/

submitted by /u/Aromatic_Song_8876 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13s22gh/alot_going_on_in_this_cranium/

I often see it stated that manification mammography requires a higher dose than contact. I can understand this if using screen film image receptors with the same speed film, but it doesn't make sense for digital mammography. Same object level noise will mean same dose regardless of magnification. Higher dose is only required if same pixel level noise is needed. Can anyone help explain why it is taught that the higher dose is a disadvantage of magnification? submitted by /u/Sufficient_Algae_815 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13rmlte/magnification_mammography_relative_dose/

Can anybody please help, one month ago I got a MRI because in the middle of the bottom of my foot I would feel kind of like a shock when I would step or push off of the foot , I got my results and this is one of the images , please I don’t know what I have and I just want to get better… that little white spot in the picture where the arch is where my pain is submitted by /u/Proper_Fee_1725 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13rlfnu/mri_of_foot/

submitted by /u/au7342 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13rffgl/thanks_thats_really_helpful/

Lateral projecton was important to assess the urgency of intervention submitted by /u/striptofaner [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13rem38/4_year_old_swallowed_a_coin/

25f here over 4 months I had 4 CT scans, two head, one KUB, one chest CT I also had 7 chest x rays and a spinal xray All totalling around 14msv. When younger i also had a head CT Will I get cancer from these scans? submitted by /u/toyotaavensis1 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13rcjdf/can_a_radiologist_pls_answer_this/

submitted by /u/3DMedicalSolutions [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13qnb7t/training_ai_for_segmentation_with_deep_learning/

CQR test finished. I was assigned 1 credit for radiation physics and radiobiology. Not so bad. After the test I thought I was getting all 36. Next up MRI. submitted by /u/afoconnorr [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13qke80/cqr/

I posted this in another sub but it was very inactive, today i was testing my Geiger counter just to be sure with the war in Ukraine and all, and noticed the background radiation was rather high compared to normal in my area, i went outside and it spiked even more. See video og outside in comments. What could this be ? submitted by /u/stalinxtreem [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13qjswg/high_background_radiation/

Posted the X-ray the other day, here’s a pic from the MRI. Chronic compression fracture of the T1 was also seen in the X-ray & MRI. 27 yo male, initial injury of T1 was unknown but over 10 years ago. C7 spinous process was 2017. submitted by /u/YouKnowMySteeze [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13qh3t2/c7_and_t1_spinous_process_fractures/

Hi all, i’m currently a Radiographer working in Australia. I’m feeling like a change of scenery and wa st honking of going overseas to Locum for at least 6 months. I was looking to go to areas like Europe and the UK specifically. What’s the best way to go about organising this? are there some good agencies to go through that would make all the licensing and translation process straightforward? I’d love to get some advice on this from anyone whose got experience. Thanks submitted by /u/bigtoeprince [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13qfpbf/how_to_go_about_international_locum_jobs/

submitted by /u/nopenguins2kayak [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13qdv6f/horse_with_an_esophageal_fb_can_you_identify_the/

submitted by /u/Real-Yogurtcloset-11 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13phe3m/mans_was_septic_what_can_you_find_on_this_ct/

I've been thinking about what comes after diagnostics for me. Been thinking I like the computer side of radiology, and generally do better at fixing things (merging, fixing #'s) than some of my colleagues. What qualifications do you guys have? Can you tell me more about your work? Would you suggest anyone else do it? submitted by /u/Gammaman12 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13pg70z/any_pacs_admins_here/

submitted by /u/droche25 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13pfg1w/3_back_surgeries_totaling_16_hours_for_my_pops/

submitted by /u/TheBiggoDepresso [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13peflf/have_a_feeling_you_guys_might_like_this_one_lol/

This pt had 2 previous spinal fusions but was unable to stand up straight and had no spine curvature. 16 hours of surgery and she fixed! submitted by /u/nurse_gridz [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13pdpog/17_level_spinal_fusion_before_and_after/

I'm really interested getting into this field, just worried about couple things. Does your job contain a lot of customer service and human contact? I have been working as a pharmacy technician and I'm so tired of dealing with patients' complaints and all that... you know.. How is your day to day work experience? Do you have ARRT certificate? How hard was that exam? submitted by /u/Sweet_Assistance_391 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13pcvdi/any_radiologic_technicians_here_how_do_you_like/

submitted by /u/OpticalAdjudicator [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13ot0fj/mood/

What will happen if let's say you have a 50kg, 165cm woman and you input 185cm 90kg man. The sar limits will not be correct. Can this cause serious damage to the patient? submitted by /u/banestrixx [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13osqyo/what_if_you_input_wrong_weight_and_height_in_the/

I just want to share with you that I finally got into the program at our local community college and i’m starting this summer. For context, I’m already 30yo with a prior BS degree and decided on a career change. During the pandemic until this semester, I took my time to take all the pre-reqs and GEs required while working. I also volunteered at a hospital for over a year. It was optional due to COVID, but I still did it to get the brownie points. I finally applied last March 2023 and received good news last Friday. The program is based on a pointing system, so I think having good grades really mattered. It was my first time applying and the only program I applied to. I didn’t know it was possible to get in on your first try because of all of the stories I’ve been reading, so don’t lose hope because it’s possible! Wishing everyone who’s applying this year good luck. You can do this! If you have questions, I will do my best to answer them 😊 also if you have tips on how to survive this

submitted by /u/darlindawn [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13orhuq/swelling_or_normal_ceph_xray/

Medical student who enjoys all aspects of medicine, patient contact, ability to make a difference. Really enjoy philosophical conversations about patient management with my colleagues Things I don't enjoy include: Endless epic messages to respond to. What does a typical day for you look like? How would you rate your job satisfaction out of 10 and would you make the same decision again? Do you ever feel burnt out and do you look forward to going in every day? Best and worst things about your job? submitted by /u/-RP11- [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13omhdu/radiologists_happy_in_radiology/

submitted by /u/Inexpensiveggs [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13ohu67/my_lungs_before_after_evali_initial_xr_followup_ct/

submitted by /u/emkimem [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13ogbzs/went_to_hospital_for_abdominal_pain_did_a_ct_scan/

So I assisted this case and the patient a 21 years old is addicted to boba milktea and salty foods and the result is she has gallstones like these😬😬😬 submitted by /u/Mewannabeenough [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13nmlyp/ercp/

I’m having my first job interview for a CT position. I haven’t had a job interview in 9 years. I’m getting mixed responses from my coworkers. Some say wear scrubs, some say business casual. I really want this job and want to make the best possible impression. submitted by /u/Pure-Patience-548 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13nmf08/what_to_wear_for_a_job_interview/

Skier vs snow, intermediate groomer. submitted by /u/lilinherlilonher [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13nkan6/consider_investing_in_ski_lessons/

So, there’s a school near me that offers Radiologic Technology Program. And it says, that I will be able to take the ARRT exam, but I saw that it is not JRCERT. How important is it, and will it make a difference when I apply for jobs. I know that the ARRT is the main one, but how much is the other one. I currently live in Texas, (Brownsville, and McAllen are close to me. But Huston has a school that is JRCERT)and after graduation, a few months down the road, I would like to move to Seattle/Portland. Still not sure if I will ever move, but I think it’s better to be informed. If I were to go to that school that dose not have JRCERT, will it be difficult for me to obtain a job/state licensing(in Washington/Oregon). I am doing research, but sometimes people’s experience has more answers. submitted by /u/Brilliant-Mammoth-56 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13nhsmj/hello_potential_student/

I thought right side was atelectasis but apparently this was tension pneumothorax in a child. Can someone give me pointers on differentiating between the two? https://preview.redd.it/gnoyx365t31b1.png?width=683&format=png&auto=webp&s=6a64f3954987f859ac5be530d687b0540cb1ae85 submitted by /u/nia5095 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13nhm2z/differentiating_atelectasis_vs_tension_pneumo/

submitted by /u/3zoozMe [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13msuvq/bilateral_lung_transplant_before_and_after/

I’m thinking ulna but I’m not certain. submitted by /u/Bhussy [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13mit23/can_anyone_tell_me_which_bone_in_my_arm_was/

submitted by /u/sublimeGH0ST [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/13mh0no/dr_says_there_is_a_fracture_but_i_cannot_see/