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From diagnosis to intervention and treatment – our profession has revolutionized modern health care. We are medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals. And it's time for us to be seen: . #BeSeenASRT

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A radiograph of a 4-year-old boy’s chest revealed that his persistent whistling cough was due to a toy whistle obstructing his left segmental bronchus. The foreign object was retrieved and a follow-up radiograph showed resolution of the hyperinflation.

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Big news! ASRT’s centennial birthday begins next year, but we’re giving members a sneak peak of our anniversary logo today. Our new look celebrates a significant milestone in the medical imaging and radiation therapy field. Here’s to another 100 years!

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A 16-year-old lion recently had his first of three radiation therapy treatments for skin cancer on his nose. He was treated by a team of five radiation therapists and one radiation oncologist in the City of Tshwane in South Africa.

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To all radiologic technologists, Happy National Radiologic Technology Week from your professional society. #NRTW18

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Same scrubs. Different superpowers. R.T.s are superheroes in providing essential health care and patient safety. We honor the vital role they serve on the health care team. Happy Radiologic Technology Week! #NRTW2022

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National Radiologic Technology Week® has begun! This week is celebrated annually to recognize the vital work of R.T.s across the nation. The celebration takes place the week of Nov. 7 to commemorate the discovery of the x-ray by Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen on Nov. 8, 1895. #NRTW21

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Happy National Radiologic Technology Week®! Your week is officially here. Download our posters and infographics, show us how you're celebrating and remember that what you do enhances patient care every day. Don't forget to use the hashtag #NRTW19 !

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This display in the ASRT Museum and Archives marks every time an R.T. performs a medical imaging procedure or delivers radiation treatment. Thank you to all #radechs for your important work enhancing patient care. We're proud to be your professional association. #NRTW19

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The @ColumbusZoo recently performed a full-body CT scan on a very large reticulated python. The CT scan helped veterinarians determine that the python most likely had an infection in her salivary glands.

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National Radiologic Technology Week® has begun! The celebration kicks off this week to commemorate the discovery of the x-ray by Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen on Nov. 8, 1895. ASRT celebrates the work of medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals. Happy #NRTW Week! #NRTW2022

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Pioneering radiologic technologist Rose M. Pegues, R.T., R.N., was the first African-American registered to perform x-ray procedures. Photo and story from The Shadowmakers, a 1995 history of the profession of radiologic technology published by the ASRT. #BlackHistoryMonth2018

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Welcome to National Radiologic Technology Week®, celebrated Nov. 5-11 to recognize the important work of radiologic technologists. #NRTW17

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The veterinary staff at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo came up with a creative way to humanely immobilize some energetic penguins for their x-ray exam. They used a traffic cone! The image reveals the penguin’s fascinating bone structures and allows vets to check for any internal issues.

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A boy with a brain tumor wanted to lessen the fear of MRI’s for other children, so he helped create the Donut that Roared children’s book. The children's guide is now the newest book on ASRT’s National Library Partnership booklist! #ASRTLovesLibraries

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A Message of Gratitude from the American Society of Radiologic Technologists

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This x-ray technologist set the technologist vs. technician record straight while on @letsmakeadeal .

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Beatboxer Timo Schnepf was able to perform inside a real-time #MRI . This invention allows for the first time real videos from the inside of the human body. A microphone that uses light instead of electricity captures the audio. #radtech #technologist #radtechlife #imaging

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A pioneer of radiologic science, Marie Curie was born 150 years ago on this day. We honor her groundbreaking legacy during #NRTW17 .

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March 27 marks the birthday of Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen, born in 1845. Roentgen discovered the x-ray in 1895 and won the first Nobel Prize in Physics in 1901. Like and retweet to let the world know his accomplishments remain the foundation for all radiologic science procedures.

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#OTD in 1895, German physicist Wilhelm Roentgen was working in his laboratory when he discovered a new ray, the x-ray. His discovery continues to be a driving force in health care, and we now celebrate #NRTW19 the week including Nov. 8 in honor of his important breakthrough.

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March 27 marks the birthday of the father of radiology, Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen, born in 1845. Roentgen discovered the x-ray and won the first Nobel Prize in Physics. That’s 174 candles, if you’re counting!

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Welcome to National Radiologic Technology Week®, recognizing the important work of radiologic technologists. #NRTW16

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Early filmmaking technology and the 1895 discovery of the x-ray are combined in this 1897 British short silent film, which features a flirtatious couple exposed to x-rays, called “The X-Ray Fiend.” Enjoy! #NRTW20

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ASRT is calling on governors of every state and every member of Congress to demand immediate action to protect radiologic technologists so they may safely care for patients during the #COVID19 crisis. We stand with the heroes on the frontlines. #GetMePPE

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On this day in radiologic history in 1906, Marie Curie was offered and accepted her late husband’s position as professor and chair of physics at the University of Paris. She was the first woman to hold the position of professor at the university. #OTD

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On this final day of National Radiologic Technology Week®!, ASRT expresses its extreme gratitude to all radiologic technologists. We salute your strength, knowledge, and compassion. We are sincerely grateful for your commitment to every patient. You inspire us all. Thank you.

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Today is the 126th anniversary of Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen’s discovery of the x-ray. It was hailed as a medical miracle at the time and it continues to be a driving force in health care. #xray #xraydiscovery #NRTW21 #Roentgen

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Join us in celebrating Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen who was born on this day in 1845. #Roentgen 's discovery of the #xray was the catalyst for rapid advancements in diagnosing diseases and injuries and remains the foundation for all radiologic science procedures. #radtech

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In remembering the extraordinary life Alex Trebek, we recall the time the ASRT Museum and Archives was a clue on Jeopardy! #NRTW20 #RIPAlexTrebek

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Radiologic technology pioneer Marie Curie’s iconic life will be the focus of a new historic biopic. The movie is set to premiere in 2020, ASRT’s centennial year and a time to look back on our history. Watch the trailer here:

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Join the thousands of radiologic technologists who have already submitted letters to lawmakers telling them that R.T.s and other frontline health care workers need personal protective equipment NOW. Reach out to your elected officials today. #GetMePPE

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#OTD in 1867, legendary Marie Sklodowska Curie, a physicist, and chemist, was born in Poland. Not only did she discover the elements polonium and radium, but she was also the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and the only person to win the Nobel Prize in two scientific fields.

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In honor of National Radiologic Technology Week® celebrated Nov. 6-12, travel back in time and relive the history of the radiologic technology profession and the American Society of Radiologic Technologists this infographic. Download it here . #NRTW2022

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The first clinical CT scan on a patient took place on October 1, 1971, at Atkinson Morley's Hospital, in London, England. #TBT #CT #radtech #technologist #medicalimaging #CTHistory #radiationtherapy #RT

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6 years

The resemblance is startling! Kudos to this modern day Roentgen look-alike spotted in our museum today.

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A letter to the editor in today’s Tampa Bay Times calls radiologic technologists “unsung heroes” in the frontlines against COVID-19. ASRT is working with state affiliate societies to get this message in newspapers across America.

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#OTD in 1901 the first Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to physicist Wilhelm Roentgen for his discovery of the x-ray, six years after discovering the rays and taking the first x-ray image. #ASRTCentennial

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Happy Halloween from everyone at the ASRT!

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Happy New Year’s Eve to all radiologic technologists, especially those watching the ball drop on a skeleton crew this evening.

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4 years

Attention all radiologic technologists. ASRT has deployed a website to provide critical content for radiologic technologists, educators and students during the COVID-19 crisis. The site’s content is open to the entire R.T. community.

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3 years

Check out this vintage poster from the Victorian Tuberculosis Association, circa 1950s - “It's a Good Thing to Have a Chest X-ray”.

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The first-ever 3-D, color x-ray on a human was performed by New Zealand scientists. CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, said the technique promises to improve the field of medical diagnostics by producing clearer, more accurate images.

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#OTD in 1873, William Coolidge, a contributor to x-ray machine development, was born in Hudson, Massachusetts. He invented the first rotating anode x-ray tube and the Coolidge tube, allowing for more intense visualization of anatomy and tumors.

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Congratulations to ASRT member Donna Newman! Donna is the new International Society of Radiographers & Radiological Technologists president.

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#OTD Dr. Dotter used a wire guide and coaxial catheter pair to dilate a clogged leg artery in an 82-year-old woman with leg pain and an infected foot. It was the world’s first successful angioplasty.

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Dr. Charles Dotter performed the first ever angioplasty on this day in 1964.

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We're so proud to be the premier radiologic sciences association for 155,000 dedicated professionals. Our members are what make conferences like #ASRT19 so successful. We hope to see you in Albuquerque next year! #ASRTMembers #OnlyAtASRT

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The world’s first CT scan on a patient was performed in London #OTD in 1971. The patient, with a suspected frontal lobe tumor, was scanned with a prototype machine developed by Godfrey Hounsfield and his team at EMI Central Research Laboratories.

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#OTD in 1928, female factory workers who contracted radiation poisoning from painting watch dials with self-luminous paint, dubbed the Radium Girls, made their first court appearance in an effort to sue the company and change workplace safety laws. #ASRTCentennial

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History has been made in South Africa! The first-ever successful CT scan of a live rhino was completed last month, helping wildlife veterinarians diagnose a tooth root abscess. #radtech #radtechlife #CT #rhinoct #imaging #technologist #medicalimaging

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#OTD in radiologic history, William Edward Allen, Jr. was born in 1903. He was the first African American certified x-ray technician (now radiologic technologist) and established one of the first approved residencies in radiology for minorities in the late 1930s.

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Using computed tomography, researchers looked inside baseballs to see if the changes in density and chemical composition of the baseball’s core were key reasons for the spike in home runs during the 2016 and 2017 baseball seasons.

We X-Rayed Some MLB Baseballs. Here’s What We Found.

On 6,105 occasions last season, a major leaguer walked to the plate and hammered a baseball over the outfield wall. The 2017 season broke the home run record th…

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The #radtechs on staff at ASRT celebrated #NRTW19 by eating lunch and attending this month's ASRT Live® webcast together. We'd like to recognize, thank and support all R.T.s this week and every week. Thank you for your important work with patients and the profession.

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Congratulations to ASRT’s newest and first-ever Honorary Fellow, @jonathanmazal . This elevation is well deserved, and ASRT thanks Jonathan for his significant contributions to ASRT and the radiologic technology profession.

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Radiologic technology plants the seed of visual art. Can you see the R.T. imagery in each? #EarthDay

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#OTD in 1867, legendary physicist and chemist Marie Curie was born. Marie is most noted for the discovery of polonium and radium, but she was also the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and was the only person to win the Nobel Prize in two different scientific fields. #NRTW19

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A postmortem brain was scanned with a 7 Tesla MRI for 100 hours to produce an unprecedented detailed 3D image. The technology and images could reveal new details and understanding of human brain anatomy in health and disease.

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Why should every R.T. be invested in advocacy? Hear Diane Hutton, B.A., R.T.(R), recipient of the 2019 Award for Advocacy and chairman of the Legislative Activities Committee for the Missouri Society of Radiologic Technologists explain. #ASRT19 #ASRTMember #RTAdvocacy

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#OTD in 1896, Henri Becquerel discovered radioactiviy in the course of his work with uranium salts. The French physicist shared a Nobel prize with Pierre and Marie Curie. The becquerel, a unit of measurement for radioactivity, is named after him, as is a crater on Mars.

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#ASRTMember Emily L. dressed her twin boys, future R.T.s Maverick and Wesley, in Wilhelm Röentgen and skeleton costumes for Halloween and made the mini x-ray equipment herself! Do you have a radiologic-inspired costume this year? Share it with us!

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Radiologic technologists are responsible for radiation safety and radiation protection for themselves and patients. #NRTW18

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R.T.s in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, performed C.T. procedures on a live tiger last Saturday.

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One ASRT staff member carries this decades-old Roentgen commemorative coin every day. Especially fitting during #NRTW17 as we remember the discovery of the x-ray in 1895. National Radiologic Technology Week® recognizes the vital work of R.T.s in patient care and safety.

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A new study found that sedation rates for outpatient pediatric MRI exams decreased by 5.6% since starting the MRI-am-a-Hero program. This looks like a job for SUPER health care providers!

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Nevada has become the latest state to prioritize radiation safety. @GovSisolak signed Senate Bill 130 Thursday night. @TheNvSRT with the assistance of ASRT has advocated for years in support of a comprehensive radiologic technologist licensure bill for the state.

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National Radiologic Technology Week® 2019 is November 3-9, but we're always celebrating the important role of medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals. We're proud to release this year's much-anticipated theme: Waves of the Future.

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The ASRT staff members are busy stuffing tote bags for members attending #ASRTRTC19 next month. Will we see you there?

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National Radiologic Technology Week® has begun! The celebration kicks off this week to commemorate the discovery of the x-ray by Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen on Nov. 8, 1895. Happy #NRTW ! #NRTW2023 #NRTW #RadTech #RadTechLife #MedicalImaging #RadiationTherapist

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Members of the current and incoming ASRT Board of Directors are having their preconference meeting today before the start of #ASRT19 . Follow #ASRT19 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for more annual meeting updates!

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As NRTW® comes to a close, we offer our thanks to all radiologic technologists: We know these are unprecedented times for health care providers. Today, we salute your strength, knowledge, and compassion. We are sincerely grateful for all you do. #NRTW21 #NRTW #EssentialTogether

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A message from American Society of Radiologic Technologists President Stephanie Johnston. #asrt #radtech #strongertogether

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A university research team has become the first in the world to perform magnetic resonance imaging of the human body at 10.5 Tesla—a magnetic field strength 10 times greater than a standard MRI.

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#OTD in 1898 Marie and Pierre Curie isolated a new element, radium, while observing the emissions from barium. The discovery of radium allowed for radiotherapy and nuclear medicine, which changed the treatment of cancer and other diseases. #ASRTCentennial

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With thankfulness on the mind, award this badge to yourself or an R.T. that is thankful to be in this rewarding career.

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Radiation therapists and medical dosimetrists: We're kicking off the ASRT Radiation Therapy Virtual Conference on Saturday! Register until 7 p.m. MDT Friday, Oct. 23. Here's a look at our cool new virtual auditorium. #VirtualRTC20 See you there!

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Congratulations to ASRT's 2020 Life Members and Fellows. They were recognized at ASRT’s 2020 Virtual Special Meeting of the House of Delegates today.

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Does the name Anna Bertha Ludwig ring a bell? Her hand is the subject of the very first x-ray image, made on this date in 1895. Anna was the wife of Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen, whose discovery of the x-ray revolutionized our view of the world.

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Oh the fascinating people you meet at #ASRT19 ! Ralph Marant, R.T. (R), has been the x-ray technologist for the Denver Broncos for 35 years. #ASRTMember #OnlyAtASRT

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A local TV station highlighted ASRT’s “Jeopardy!” appearance with this fun feature on our unique museum.

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Foot and shoe radiograph, dating from 1896, produced by Nikola Tesla. Using vacuum tubes of his own construction, Tesla experimented with x-rays around the same time as Wilhelm Roentgen's December 1895, announcement of his discovery of what were later known as x-rays.

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March 27 is the birthday of Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen, born in 1845. He discovered the x-ray and won the first Nobel Prize in Physics.

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On Jan. 1, 2019, radiologist assistants and radiology practitioner assistants can practice with reduced radiologist supervision requirements within the Medicare system. Access the Radiologist Assistant Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Q&A to learn more.

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During National Radiologic Technology Week® we honor the legacy of Marie Curie born on this day in 1867. #NRTW16

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Bringing new imaging technology to remote places is no easy task. Gambell, Alaska’s aging x-ray system was due for an upgrade, and getting new 1,000 pound machines to the town required a military cargo plane, a snow ramp and a heavy duty front loader.

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ASRT Chairman of the Board Amanda Garlock, M.S., R.T.(R)(MR), has been named one of @HDMmagazine 's 30 rising stars in health care IT. The magazine included her among those who are “likely to guide the industry in the next 10 to 20 years.”

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An eight-year-old cancer patient was surprised by St. Louis Children’s Hospital staff with a Stormtroopers radiation mask. He was given the mask and escorted through the hospital while the Imperial March song played. He has since been declared cancer free.

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Today is the 120th anniversary of Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen’s discovery of the x-ray. Share your NRTW stories. #MyNRTW

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Join us in celebrating National Radiologic Technology Week® with this ASRT gram, which captures highlights of the weeklong festivities. #NRTW ! #NRTW2023 #NRTW #RadTech #RadTechLife #MedicalImaging #RadiationTherapist

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In 1957, Sister Margaret Mary Suppiger, R.T.(R), was the first registered radiologic technologist at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Breese, IL. This photograph from the late 1950s or early 1960s shows her taking an oblique hand radiograph. #TBT

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This week in 1896, Wilhelm Roentgen gave the first public lecture on x-rays. #FlashbackFriday

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Wilhelm Roentgen gave the first public lecture on X-rays 123 years ago this week. #TBT

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Never before seen details of the brain's axons have been produced using a powerful 7 Tesla scanner in Wales.

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X-ray technologist turned country music’s newest rising star! Meet @drewparkerplays . He used the money he made working as an X-ray technologist to move to Nashville, Tennessee, to try to make a living in the country music industry. The full story:

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Thank you for sharing your National Radiologic Technology Week® celebrations and for calling attention to the important role medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals play in patient care and health care safety.

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January 1, 2020 marks the first day of ASRT’s centennial year. The ASRT was established in 1920 and today is the world’s largest radiologic science association, progressing hand-in-hand with the profession. #ASRTCentennial

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