Radiologic Sciences
The Radiologic Sciences Program at Southern Illinois University prepares students to be the qualified health care professionals who can act as first assistants to physicians in medical practice. As a radiologic sciences professional you could utilize radiant energy, ionizing radiation (X-rays), other forms of electromagnetic energy, and sound waves for the imaging, diagnosis, and treatment of disease. Each distinct specialization has its own accreditation, educational and clinical training requirements. We offer medical specialties of radiography (radiologic technology), radiation therapy, medical sonography (ultrasound), magnetic resonance and computed tomography imaging, radiology management/education and cardiac-interventional radiography at SIU.
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Diagnostic Medical Sonography, also called ultrasonography or sonography, is a diagnostic medical procedure that uses high frequency sound waves (ultrasound) to produce dynamic visual images of organs, tissues, or blood flow inside the body. This procedure is often referred to as a sonogram or ultrasound scan.
To be considered for full admission, students should apply for general admission to SIU Carbondale.
MRI/CT
This specialization emphasizes the physics, technology, instrumentation, sectional anatomy, and pathologies common in MRI and CT. Upon completion of the program students are prepared to challenge the national registry examinations offered by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Technologists employed in these specialty areas will be supervised by a board certified radiologist, but will be afforded a greater amount of responsibility and independence in the performance of their duties.
To be considered for full admission, students should apply for general admission to SIU Carbondale.
Radiation Therapy
Radiation Therapy is an important part of today's health care field. It involves the use of high energy x-rays, gamma rays, or fast particles such as electrons or protons for the treatment of cancer. The radiation is given in this manner so cancer cells will die from the injuries they encounter while normal tissues repair themselves in the time between one treatment and the next. Those working in this specialty field usually have extensive contact with patients as a typical care plan involves 15-40 different treatments over the course of the therapy.
To be considered for full admission, students should apply for general admission to SIU Carbondale.
Radiological Sciences Management/Education
We are happy to announce the offering of a Bachelor of Science Degree completion specialization in Radiology Management/Education fully online, designed specifically for the working imaging professional.
This program is designed to allow professionals within the imaging sciences the opportunity to study managerial theories, philosophies, styles, and techniques. Additionally, the student will be introduced to educational concepts as they relate to medical imaging departments. The primary focus of the management and education specialization is to allow students who wish to enter either radiography management or radiography education the opportunity to learn and develop the skills necessary for success in these two environments. This specialization is an excellent addition to MRI/CT, radiation therapy, and diagnostic medical sonography.
To be considered for full admission, students should apply for general admission to SIU Carbondale.
Cardiac-Interventional Radiography
Cardiac-interventional radiography students will learn to assist physicians with minimally invasive procedures to help diagnose and treat heart and blood vessel diseases. They will acquire the skills necessary to operate fluoroscopic equipment to take images of the heart and the blood vessels surrounding it.
To be considered for full admission, students should apply for general admission to SIU Carbondale.
Accreditation
The Radiography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), and Radiation Therapy programs at SIU are accredited through the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). Click here to see the JRCERT Standards for an Accredited Program.
The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, Illinois 60606-3182
312-704-5300
mail@jrcert.org
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