Careers In Nuclear Medicine Technology
Nuclear Medicine is a branch of medical diagnostic imaging that involves the use of radioisotopes to visualize, diagnose, and treat medical conditions.
The nuclear medicine technologist is the trained health care professional responsible for the administration of radioisotopes and operation of the nuclear medicine camera. The technologist usually works under the direction of a radiologist, who is a physician specializing in the interpretation of medical diagnostic images.
The successful technologist will be well versed in a number of skills required to produce quality nuclear medicine scans. Among them are; safe and thorough knowledge in the operation of the gamma camera and related equipment; administration and monitoring of radionuclides; quality control of the nuclear medicine lab and equipment; and radiation safety. The technologist will also be responsible for related paperwork and the monitoring of patients undergoing examinations. Good communication skills are a must as are the ability to recognize and respond to both medical and radiation related emergencies.
read moreNew High Tech Sports Medicine Technology Helps Resolve Some of the Most Stubborn Injuries
As a runner, there might come a time when you get an injury that just won’t go away. However, recent technological innovations may be able to provide the solution that you’re looking for. If they work for world class athletes, I’m sure they can work for you. Here are four exciting new technologies that you should check out.
Thermal Imaging – Heat sensing cameras are used to identify changes in the temperature of soft-tissue. Images are captured and digitally sent to a computer monitor to be analyzed by technicians. Normal, cold areas are identified by black. Hotter areas are identified by white. It is these hotter areas that are of typical concern to therapists. Heat can indicate inflammation, a common symptom of injuries.
High Speed Video – The patient runs on a treadmill while being recorded by a high definition, high speed camera taking 500 frames per second. The runner’s gait is analyzed in slow motion. Therapists look for any slight, or odd deviations from what is considered an optimal gait.
read morePharmacists As Models Medicine, Technology and Finance
Students who are making college and career decisions should know that working with medicine, technology and finance are respectful ways to make a difference in his or her community. In fact, proficiency in these three areas allows workers to better support patients by providing better services at lower costs through easier access to information. It can also bring comfort to a community as word gets out that a certain professional with these blended skills is offering help to his or her community. Students planning to enter health care can learn much about the total industry by studying pharmacists.
Pharmacists are important for a variety of reasons including their ability to keep patients aware of medical supports that are available. They also assist in ensuring that appropriate medications are dispensed and reducing prescription errors. Technology helps pharmacists keep track of patients and their medical needs. It also helps track all the medications a certain patient might need.
In neighborhood pharmacies, pharmacists dispense medicine, advise customers on the use of various medications, and actually advise doctors about medication therapy. Pharmacists are also very important researchers as pharmaceuti¬cal manufacturers develop new drugs. Pharmacists are often involved in testing the effects of drugs before they are approved for widespread distribution. Others work to promote products, providing customers with advice on use, effectiveness, and possible side effects.
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