Zone 3 Podcast

Episode Link -> RA Program 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.

See Full Video episode -> https://youtu.be/0fJ3uSAQwLgIn 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.

See Full Video episode -> https://youtu.be/wFBwmt74wHo?si=s_XFJytnI6dWn2KrIn 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-Xr4IThe 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.

Watch Episode at Pros and Cons of Field Strengths: 1.5T vs 3T vs 7T  https://youtu.be/whvW8CZU7SsDive 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/

 Watch Episode --> https://youtu.be/N1UYoQPNzUIJoin 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.Connect with us:For more informative videos on MRI and related topics, subscribe to our channel and turn on notifications. Don't forget to like and share this video if you found it helpful.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/IfkjM96BD80Another 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!GE AIR Technology  - https://www.gehealthcare.com/products...

Video Link --> https://youtu.be/hgnq4zy1ivEZone3Podcast and the gang happy to be joined by Dr. Joanna Shechtel, MD. Dr Shechtel earned her medical degree from Georgetown University. She completed a residency in Diagnostic Radiology at University of Tennessee - Knoxville, where she served as Chief Resident, and a fellowship in Musculoskeletal Imaging at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC). In 2021, Dr. Shechtel joined VUMC faculty as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Radiology in the Musculoskeletal Radiology section. She is a member of the Radiological Society of North America, American Roentgen Ray Society, American College of Radiology, Tennessee Medical Association and Nashville Academy of Medicine. Dr. Shechtel's clinical interests include MRI safety, quality improvement and resident education. Dr. Shechtel main area of expertise is sarcomas as it pertains to MSK Diagnostic Imaging. Sarcomas are rare cancers that develop in the bones and soft tissues, including fat, muscles, blood vessels, nerves, deep skin tissues and fibrous tissues. There are many risk factors for sarcomas. History of radiation therapy, genetic predisposition and chemical exposure. Imaging properties include size, adjacent tissue differences, infiltrating and contrast enhancement. She was first introduced to the importance of MRI safety by Dr. Peter Petruzzi, MRMD during her residency. She credits Dr. Shellock for her choice to later become a board member of ABMRS.Many factors to consider for sarcoma imaging. coils, image planes, patient positioning, FOV, phase direction, technique, sequence selection etc. Dr. Shechtel doesn't have a preference in field strength if imaging quality isn't compromised. Duplicating a prior study is also a consideration and should be the goal absent of contraindication. High resolution imaging is her preference over small FOV imaging if forced to decide between the two. She stresses the importance of Surgeon preference consideration with joint-to-joint imaging. Prothesis may be in that patient's course of care. Large FOV imaging allows for pre-op measurements as well as visualization of skip lesions. We always love it when our guests come prepared with helpful visual aids. Dr. Shechtel brings imaging examples which help illustrate her case in point. It was a joy spending with someone of Dr. Shechtel's caliber.

See full video Episode --> What does a Field Service Engineer do? or https://youtu.be/loS_vEyMc2oAnother great Zone3Podcast episode with Field Service Engineer Todd Beaudoin. Todd is originally from North Dakota. Relocating to Arizona to pursue a Bachelor of Science and Electronic Engineering at DeVry University. Starting in the semiconductor industry for the first several years of his career. To when he eventually transitioned into healthcare. He started his training with Fomar MRI manufacturer. There he worked directly with Dr. Raymond Damadian credited as the inventor of Magnetic Resonance Imaging. That very unique experience gave him advanced knowledge of image acquisition which he uses daily to help identify scanner equipment issues. After that training, he then worked with GE Healthcare for 13 years. Currently, he works for the Mayo Clinic servicing multi-modality equipment, but mostly his time is spent on MRI. Providing multi-vendor service. Dealing with mechanical problems, environmental controls, electronics, electricity, networking problems, etc. Todd encourages anyone interested in the field to pursue it. It's a great time considering employers offer incentives such as putting you through school to obtain your degree. Todd discusses his day-to-day operations describing the majority of his time spent is reactive in nature. Responding to issues as they arise. Usually reported to him and his department directly from the technologists that operate the scanner. Remote access allows him the ability to diagnose the problem but he prefers to be more hands-on. In addition to unplanned unexpected issues, preventive maintenance also is not only necessary but valuable to stop problems before it happens. Todd describes one of his biggest hurdles to overcome is scanner time. The department allows him the time to investigate, identify, and fix any problems when they happen. Error logs are the most helpful starting point. Some issues are quick fixes. However, some problems can keep Todd and other technicians in the department there through the night. Something as simple as calibration can take up to 4 hours. Software/hardware upgrades present their own sets of challenges. Todd expresses the importance of Daily/weekly QA. That data trends the machine, any deviation is usually indicative of a current or upcoming cause for concern. A proactive way to maintain the machine. The logistics of maintaining the temperature of the magnet and scanner environment. Todd is an absolute genius as are all Field Service Engineers. He credits his training and the people he's surrounded with. Collectively his team is able to quickly identify a problem and fix it. Downtime translates to a lack of patient care. The sooner he and his team can get it up and running again the sooner the technologist can provide care to that next patient.About our Sponsor:  Aegys is an innovative leader in the MRI safety industry and the Creator of The TechGate Automatic.Aegys is committed to providing innovative product and process solutions that enhance overall magnet safety and improve efficiency.  TechGate Auto is a Zone 4 Barrier System that keeps patients and MRI technologists safe.  TechGate Auto allows technologists to focus on the care of patients and efficient room turnaround rather than worrying about anyone entering the MRI room behind them. Easy to use and designed for the MRI environment, TechGate Auto is deployed whenever the technologist enters or leaves the MR room or via push button remote control, providing an immediate physical restriction of access to all unauthorized individuals.The use of a “caution” barrier at the entrance to the MR room is now a recommendation of the American College of Radiology MR Safety Committee.Links Aegys' Tech Gate Auto-  https://aegysgroup.com/----------Imaging DiversifiedImaging Diversified was established in 2019 with the aspiration of offering onsite training to his peers through vendors that sell MRI and CT equipment. He received subpar training on more than one occasion after new MRI installations. With the goal to remedy this, he started being more active in sharing his knowledge on scanner utilization starting in 2011 after attending a conference by Dr. Kanal. Over years he was exposed to different vendors and learned the systems to become a superuser. He then shared that knowledge with his peers. This passion later became a business that welcomes application specialists and knowledgeable users that want to share their expertise and get paid to do it.Links: Email: Info@imagingdiversified.comWebsite: www.imagingdiversified.comSocial Media: Imaging Diversified

Video Episode -->  Why Issues Addressed in the ACR's 2002 MRI Safety White Paper are still around today.While in town to attend AHRA 2022, returning guest Tobias Gilk joins Zone3podcast's Robert and Reggie in the Studio to discuss how the revisions made to the ACR white paper have made some progress but we still have a long way to go.Background:ACR assembled a group immediately following the Michael Colombini accident of 2001. In an effort to prevent further accidents ACR published a white paper on MR safety in 2002. The first document of its kind. A set of best practices guidance directing others to be more safety conscience. Toby also mentions how other countries came out with their version shortly after this. In 2004 it was revised and expanded upon. They then changed the name to the Guidance Document for Safe MR Practices. An additional update and expansion in 2007 and 2013. Then in 2020, The ACR self-published the documents as a manual.The purpose of continuous revisions is to stay current with MR safety in terms of devices/contraindications for what may be the new best practice.  Toby helps explain ACR accreditation and the associated requirements. Benefits as well. And briefly touches on the requirements of the joint commission and how they compare to ACR recommendations. Lastly, Toby discusses how ACR could improve the MRI Safety Manual and where things may be headed. Thanks for joining us. Here in Zone 3. 

See Video Episode Here ---> MR Angiography (MRA) Explained ---> https://youtu.be/7zUSU13qhvQ** Please do not watch while Driving ** In This Episode, Reggie and Robert talk about different MR Angiography techniques, with guest Matthew Hayes RT(R)(MR), Creator and President, ScanLabMR, and Professor of MRI, Adventist University of Health Sciences. Matthew opens by explaining the Time of Flight (TOF), and the pros and cons of each 2D and 3D Technique.  Then explains contrast enhancement techniques and the importance of understanding Time to Center (TTC). He also shares a few tricks to help with missing the bolus.To wrap up, Matthew breaks down, Time Resolve, Phase Contrast, Velocity encoding (Venc), and the difference between Visualization and Quantification. Thanks for Joining Us here in Zone 3!

Watch Episode Here -->  MRI Lawsuits with Expert Witness Tobias Gilk or https://youtu.be/rVSFJJa6gPoOnce again Zone 3 Podcast is lucky to be joined by none other than Tobias Gilk. Tobias is a consultant on issues of MRI / Radiology facilities, safety, and operation, with experience in product safety specific to MR Conditional labeling and principles.He's spent 15+ years as a practicing architect developing particular expertise in the integration of buildings with highly technical operations and siting requirements for multi-million dollar medical imaging devices. Involved in professional and regulatory aspects of safety and design for radiology / MRI.Currently serving as senior vice president for RADIOLOGY-Planning, a Junk Architects' company, specializing in design for radiology, nuclear medicine, and radiation therapy facilities.Inherently with the challenges of maintaining a safe MRI environment, there can be safety incidents that can even lead to bodily harm. Tobias has been asked to serve as an expert witness when these cases go into litigation. Tobias talks about his experiences with this. Initially, he was asked to work with cases specific to architectural layout and how poor facility design can lead to compromised safety. But over time his requested services have expanded.The first or most direct example of the relationship between the MRI equipment and the building it's put in is when the magnet quenches. When a magnet quenches that can cause damage to the MRI scanner and the building. Toby stresses that the risks associated with a quench can be mitigated if the facility is due diligent in proactively preventing hazards with proper facility design and construction. Inspection and constant maintenance can drastically reduce the probability of safety incidents. Tobias' area of expertise and experience with safety concerns evolved from initially being focused on the design of the space and how that may have led to a catastrophic event. To MRI safety practices. Specifically, facility safety policies put in place. Are they being implemented and then followed?When approached for expert witness consultation, this can either be from the plaintiff's side or the defense's side. Influenced by Dr. Emanuel Kanal, Tobias Gilk will first request that they don't initially identify which side they're on. He asked to be presented with simply the facts. And from that, he's able to review the details of the case with zero bias on either side. It's interesting to hear specific case examples and what the resulting investigation leads to. Tobias shares the details of these cases discussing the breakdown of how the evidence helps to expedite the conclusion. He helps to explain what and where things went wrong. What was learned from each incident and how did that lead to the implementation of more focused safety-specific policies moving forward. Tobias Gilk has been somewhat of a pioneer for the industry in terms of his influence on the evolution of MRI safety. Not only does he serve as an expert witness, and facility design consultant, he also works as the admin for the largest worldwide safety group of like-minded professionals with his Facebook MRI Safety group and is recognized as a major presence and MRI safety icon---Links---Episode: MRI Facility Design - https://youtu.be/ixL9rdZJihMEpisode: Evolution of MRI Safety - https://youtu.be/UIMe9bgmS2UContact: Tobias Gilk Website  - https://gilkradiologyconsultants.com/About our Sponsor:  Aegys is an innovative leader in the MRI safety industry and the Creator of The TechGate Automatic.Aegys is committed to providing innovative product and process solutions that enhance overall magnet safety and improve efficiency.  TechGate Auto is a Zone 4 Barrier System that keeps patients and MRI technologists safe.  TechGate Auto allows technologists to focus on the care of patients and efficient room turnaround rather than worrying about anyone entering the MRI room behind them. Easy to use and designed for the MRI environment, TechGate Auto is deployed whenever the technologist enters or leaves the MR room or via push-button remote control, providing an immediate physical restriction of access to all unauthorized individuals.The use of a “caution” barrier at the entrance to the MR room is now a recommendation of the American College of Radiology MR Safety Committee.Links Aegys' Tech Gate Auto-  https://aegysgroup.com/SHOW LESS

Check out the Video ---> Spatial Resolution: https://youtu.be/_rtqLdWvK2IMatt helps to describe the concept of spatial resolution in MRI terms. In MRI, spatial resolution is defined by the size of the imaging voxels. Since voxels are three-dimensional rectangular solids, the resolution is frequently different in the three different directions. The size of the voxel and therefore the resolution depends on matrix size, the field-of-view, and the slice thickness.Resolution is the ability of the human eyes to distinguish one structure from another. In MRI the resolution is determined by the number of pixels in a specified FOV. The higher the image resolution, the better the small pathologies can be diagnosed. Resolution is directly proportional to the number of pixels (The higher the number of pixels the greater the resolution). The pixel size can be calculated by dividing the field of view by the matrix size Thanks for joining us here in Zone 3!  Make sure to Like and Subscribe.  Links from Episode Discussion:Philips Healthcare innovation -- https://youtu.be/Z7d9xadr3VMPsychology of the workplace -- https://youtu.be/iJ2uFGyEakkAbout 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. Rite Advantage - Education Platform Riteadvantage.com wants to help you reach your goals and have fun doing it. 

See Video  -> Workplace Psychology (https://youtu.be/iJ2uFGyEakk)How do you approach each day of work?  Are your Vibrations Highs? Do you add or Subtract from your Department? Are you constantly Complaining? Do you have Confidence? Are you Competent? Do you feel worthy? These are some of the questions our Guest  Rob Cloutier wants us to ask ourselves and if the answer isn't what you want it to be, It is time to figure out why. Being a Great Technologist is more than just being able to Scan patients well.  You also need to be a great Professional.  Rob opens up the conversation by discussing the Inferior superior game that we all get caught up in.  Were the Radiologist is top and the technologist is Mid-level.   Rob Stress how detrimental this way of thinking is to our common goal of patient care and that if we can begin to feel confident, competent, and worthy we can break this mold.   Rob then discusses the difficulty he has had with teaching professionalism and what he has learned along the way. Rob has taken a lot of advice from Bill Wiersma and his book "The Power of Professionalism" and is mentioned in Bill Wiersma's 'Power of Identity" book.Towards the End of our discussion, Rob discusses his experience getting his MRSO cert and what he took away from that trip.  He also discusses his New SMIL Radiology Collab Education training  Program for Crosstraining technologists. Thanks for joining us here in Zone 3!  Remember to Subscribe and Like the video if it was helpful. 

Check out the Video ---> MRI Tips and Tricks: From MRI Image Optimization to Claustrophobic PatientsMRI sequence optimization can be a daunting task for new technologists. In this episode of Zone 3 Podcast, Matt Rederer from RITE Advantage LLC joins Reggie and Robert to share some tips on  optimizing Image Contrast, image quality, scan time, and many parameters that might come up when it comes to being an "MRI artist." Whether the topic was dealing with claustrophobic patients or just providing some general guidance in life as one who performs these examinations every day - there was plenty of insight shared by Matt's experiences and knowledge!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. Rite Advantage - Education Platform Riteadvantage.com wants to help you reach your goals and have fun doing it. 

See Episode Video --->   Travel MR EpisodeJohnny Munster R.T.(R)(CT)(MR)(ARRT) stopped by the Zone3Podcast studio to discuss how lucrative the field of Travel MRI currently is. As detailed in the episode, due to a shortage in nationwide staffing there has been monetary incentives put in place to recruit MRI technologist to consider MRI travel assignments. These assignments range in duration but typically last 13 weeks at a time. With opportunities to extend their contract. Johnny advises that there are different travel agencies. And to be sure to do your due diligence when considering both an agency and an assignment location. Johnny stresses the importance of researching any potential travel assignment locations housing cost. As they may be a reason to not consider a location. If the finances provided don't adequately account for the cost of living in the area it would not be in your best interest to accept. It's fun to hear the excitement and joy Johnny has gotten out of his travel experience so far. He's had some memorable assignments. Ranging from less desirable to “don't wanna leave”. He's enjoyed the local culture and the best of what each place has to offer. He encourages any other techs to do the same. He's loved the places and the people he's met along the way. And the friendships he's made. 

Check it out on YT --->  2021 Wrap up and RSNA Take ways!In this quick episode of Zone 3 Podcast, Robert and Reggie Review their Takeaways from RSNA 2021 and Hint at some of their projects that will be released in 2022.  MR Arcade --> Coming MRI Job Listing --> ComingMRI Animated Series --> Coming Keep up to date with our Ongoing project @ Zone3podcast.comThank you all for all your Support. 2022 is going to be a great year.  Stay tuned. About our Sponsor:  Aegys is an innovative leader in the MRI safety industry and the Creator of The TechGate Automatic.Aegys is committed to providing innovative product and process solutions that enhance overall magnet safety and improve efficiency.  TechGate Auto is a Zone 4 Barrier System that keeps patients and MRI technologists safe.  TechGate Auto allows technologists to focus on the care of patients and efficient room turnaround rather than worrying about anyone entering the MRI room behind them. Easy to use and designed for the MRI environment, TechGate Auto is deployed whenever the technologist enters or leaves the MR room or via push-button remote control, providing an immediate physical restriction of access to all unauthorized individuals.The use of a “caution” barrier at the entrance to the MR room is now a recommendation of the American College of Radiology MR Safety Committee.Links Aegys' Tech Gate Auto-  https://aegysgroup.com/

Watch on YouTube --> FDA's Role in the Off Label UseIn this episode of Zone 3 Podcast, we are lucky to have returning guest Emanuel Kanal, MD, FACR, FISMRM, MRMD, MRSE, AANG. Chief, Division of Emergency Radiology and Teleradiology. Director, Magnetic Resonance Services. Professor of Radiology and Neuroradiology. Department of Radiology University of Pittsburgh Medical Center,  here to discuss the FDA's role.Specifically, how the FDA only governs who can market in the US, not how MD should practice medicine.He also discusses how off-label use should be the standard if that is what is best for the patient regardless of FDA approval. Dr. Kanal helps to explain this by discussing an example about the neonate formula. He urges viewers to understand FDA's approval regarding MRI safety is only to those companies who find it beneficial(profitable) to get FDA approval.  He also talks about the FDA approval process and how the safety guidelines are created. He takes us through many dates on how the FDA came to be, reminding us of the big picture of the FDA's role as a federal regulator. Toward the end, Dr. Kanal discusses his passion for flying. As a licensed pilot, Dr. Kanal tries to find the time in his busy schedule. It was fun to sit down with Dr. Kanal and see and hear that passion when spoke to him about something other than Diagnostic imaging. Thanks for Joining Us here in Zone 3. Timestamps below00:00 intro00:54 Dr. Kanal Intro26:47 FDA's Role and Why they don't have oversight over how MD practice Medicine51:00 -Liability when going off Label  1:20:45 Message to Technologist1:28:51 Community Questions1:50:19 Outro with Sponsor  popupAbout our Sponsor:  Aegys is an innovative leader in the MRI safety industry and the Creator of The TechGate Automatic.Aegys is committed to providing innovative product and process solutions that enhance overall magnet safety and improve efficiency.  TechGate Auto is a Zone 4 Barrier System that keeps patients and MRI technologists safe.  TechGate Auto allows technologists to focus on the care of patients and efficient room turnaround rather than worrying about anyone entering the MRI room behind them. Easy to use and designed for the MRI environment, TechGate Auto is deployed whenever the technologist enters or leaves the MR room or via push-button remote control, providing an immediate physical restriction of access to all unauthorized individuals.The use of a “caution” barrier at the entrance to the MR room is now a recommendation of the American College of Radiology MR Safety Committee.Links Aegys' Tech Gate Auto-  https://aegysgroup.com/Questions Link- https://community.imagingqa.com/

Check it out on Youtube --> HERE https://youtu.be/Z7d9xadr3VMIn this Zone 3 Podcast Clip of RSNA 2021 Reggie and Robert hang out in the Philips booth with Margriet Nijrens, Head of MR Marketing.  Margriet and Reggie Discuss Philips new 1.5T MR 5300 the next revolution in helium-free MR operations,  MR Workspace, SmartSpeed which utilizes our state-of-the-art speed engine Compressed SENSE, and an award-winning AI reconstruction technology and their Pediatric Coaching app. New 1.5T MR 5300MR 5300 is the next revolution in helium-free MR operations. Ramp up your productivity to meet the growing demand for exceptional quality images. This innovative 1.5T MR system, powered by AI1 technology, simplifies and automates the most complex clinical and operational tasks. So you can focus on what matters the most: your patients.MR WorkspaceMR Workspace is our industry-unique control room engine that delivers quality and efficiency without compromise. This intuitive solution is designed to simplify the path from image acquisition to diagnosis and to empower your team to drive productivity and predictability for a smooth-running department.Philips SmartSpeed*SmartSpeed is the next-generation fast imaging technology that delivers speed and image quality without compromise.  It utilizes our state-of-the-art speed engine Compressed SENSE and an award-winning AI reconstruction technology delivered at the source of the MR signal to ensure no data loss.Pediatric CoachingPediatric Coaching, a holistic solution designed to be a less stressful experience for parents and their children undergoing MRI scans. Using gamification and ‘buddy system' techniques to prepare children and their parents beforehand, the solution helps guide young children through the MRI procedure to significantly enhance the patient experience.Thanks for Joining us here in Zone 3. Philips Links : https://www.usa.philips.com/healthcare/resources/landing/mri-innovationsAbout our Sponsor:  Aegys is an innovative leader in the MRI safety industry and the Creator of The TechGate Automatic.Aegys is committed to providing innovative product and process solutions that enhance overall magnet safety and improve efficiency.  TechGate Auto is a Zone 4 Barrier System that keeps patients and MRI technologists safe.  TechGate Auto allows technologists to focus on the care of patients and efficient room turnaround rather than worrying about anyone entering the MRI room behind them. Easy to use and designed for the MRI environment, TechGate Auto is deployed whenever the technologist enters or leaves the MR room or via push button remote control, providing an immediate physical restriction of access to all unauthorized individuals.The use of a “caution” barrier at the entrance to the MR room is now a recommendation of the American College of Radiology MR Safety Committee.Links Aegys' Tech Gate Auto-  https://aegysgroup.com/

Checkout it out on Youtube --> Here https://youtu.be/HCsOgBS5ThsIn this episode of Zone 3 Podcast RSNA 2021, Reggie and Robert Interview MRIAudio on their integrated audio system, CharacterFarm on their Creative Imaging room designs, and Resonance Technology Inc on their New Alert system, Visual system and so much more. MRI Audio -Founded by Spencer Howe in 2010, MRIaudio is fully dedicated to providing the absolute best in MRI patient comfort equipment and customer service for diagnostic imaging professionals and their patients worldwide. They Elevate Patient comfort through sound. MRIaudio's state-of-the-art audio system helps reduce anxiety and claustrophobia during noisy MRI scan procedures. Patients can relax and listen to their favorite music or podcasts through noise-reducing headphones. A simple sound solution for MRI technologists and patients. The system allows for direct communication with patients during scans, reducing the number of aborted scans and the need for sedation. Calmer and happier patients improve satisfaction scores, efficiency, and profitability for the MRI centers.  Check them out at  MRIaudio.comCharacter FarmsCharacter Farms began in the Summer of 2008 after Mark Sullivan, its founder, was hired to re-theme a friend's new dental office. Character Farms is advancing diagnostic imaging one room at a time. They can transition your entire facility or department into a fresh, creative experience for your patients and your staff for years to come. Check them out at CharacterFarms.comResonance Technology inc Resonance Technology Company, Inc. (RTC) is a manufacturer of Audio/Video devices for patient comfort and fMRI research. RTC has endeavored to provide the most advanced, high-quality audio and video devices in an effort to make the MRI scanning process safer, more pleasant, and less costly for both Patients and operators. This year at RSNA 2021 they introduced their new Alert system, new Projection system, and a few other really cool innovations. Check them out at MRIvideo.comThanks for joining us here in Zone 3!About our Sponsor:  Aegys is an innovative leader in the MRI safety industry and the Creator of The TechGate Automatic.Aegys is committed to providing innovative product and process solutions that enhance overall magnet safety and improve efficiency.  TechGate Auto is a Zone 4 Barrier System that keeps patients and MRI technologists safe.  TechGate Auto allows technologists to focus on the care of patients and efficient room turnaround rather than worrying about anyone entering the MRI room behind them. Easy to use and designed for the MRI environment, TechGate Auto is deployed whenever the technologist enters or leaves the MR room or via push button remote control, providing an immediate physical restriction of access to all unauthorized individuals.The use of a “caution” barrier at the entrance to the MR room is now a recommendation of the American College of Radiology MR Safety Committee.Links Aegys' Tech Gate Auto-  https://aegysgroup.com/

Check it out on Youtube --> HERE https://youtu.be/tMBVTsw4RnEIn this Episode of Zone 3 Podcast RSNA 2021, Reggie and Robert Interview  PDC Facilities on UV-C LED Bore Sanitization System, AIRS Medical on SwiftMR AI-Power MRI Reconstruction Software, and LMT Medical system on the Neonatal Incubator System. PDC Facilities - UV-C LED Bore Sanitization SystemPDC's unique UV-C LED Bore Sanitization System was specifically designed to sanitize any imaging bore (60-70 cm wide) and table (up to 200 cm long) with a 99.9% kill rate in under 5 minutes. Protect your patients and staff, reduce anxiety and easily deliver a verifiably sanitized imaging experience to every patient, every time. Check them out at  https://www.pdcbiz.com/uvc-sanitize-bore-defender/AIRS Medical's  SwiftMR AIRS Medical Inc., a healthcare startup based in South Korea, announced FDA 510(k) clearance of its first product SwiftMR™. SwiftMR™ is an AI-powered MRI reconstruction software that enhances MR images acquired under various conditions, contributing to higher throughput and better patient experience. AIRS Medical tackles this dilemma by utilizing deep learning engines trained with high-quality images to enhance low-quality images. Because the software communicates directly and automatically with the institution's PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System), it easily boosts performance and efficiency of the entire fleet of MRIs with a quick installation. Check them out at https://en.airsmed.com/LMT Medical System Neonatal Incubator SystemLMT Medical Systems GmbH is where MRI meets Neonatology; the MR Diagnostics Incubator System nomag® IC Advanced allows newborns and premature babies to be transported directly from the NICU into the MR suite for examination by optimal, non-invasive Magnetic Resonance Imaging. The baby is protected inside the life sustaining, temperature and humidity controlled MR-incubator throughout the entire transport and MR examination. Check them out at https://www.lmt-medicalsystems.com/en/About our Sponsor:  Aegys is an innovative leader in the MRI safety industry and the Creator of The TechGate Automatic.Aegys is committed to providing innovative product and process solutions that enhance overall magnet safety and improve efficiency.  TechGate Auto is a Zone 4 Barrier System that keeps patients and MRI technologists safe.  TechGate Auto allows technologists to focus on the care of patients and efficient room turnaround rather than worrying about anyone entering the MRI room behind them. Easy to use and designed for the MRI environment, TechGate Auto is deployed whenever the technologist enters or leaves the MR room or via push button remote control, providing an immediate physical restriction of access to all unauthorized individuals.The use of a “caution” barrier at the entrance to the MR room is now a recommendation of the American College of Radiology MR Safety Committee.Links Aegys' Tech Gate Auto-  https://aegysgroup.com/

Check out this Episode on Youtuber --> HERE   https://youtu.be/QvDcSOdicRcIn this Episode of Zone 3 Podcast RSNA 2021 Reggie and Robert hang out with Dave Scott, CEO and President of Hyperfine. Dave discusses the several benefits hyperfine provides making it one of the biggest innovations in Healthcare. Hyperfine 's Swoop™ is the only portable MR imaging system that drives to the patient's bedside, plugs into a standard electrical outlet, and acquires critical images—all within minutes. No waiting. No transporting the patient. Best of all, the Swoop™ system's open and safe design allows family members to stay close, provide comfort during a scan, and even hold their loved one's hand.Tune in to watch Reggie get scanned in the Swoop™ by Denise, an MRI Technologist with over 30+ years of MRI experience. Reggie also discusses with Jess, NICU nurse how the hyperfine provides Higher level of care for intensive care patients.Thanks for Joining us here in Zone 3. Hyperfine Links for more Details: Hyperfine Website- https://hyperfine.io/Hyperfine Swoop™ - https://hyperfine.io/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Meet_Swoop_Brochure_-_LBL-000885_v1_08302021.pdfAbout our Sponsor:  Aegys is an innovative leader in the MRI safety industry and the Creator of The TechGate Automatic.Aegys is committed to providing innovative product and process solutions that enhance overall magnet safety and improve efficiency.  TechGate Auto is a Zone 4 Barrier System that keeps patients and MRI technologists safe.  TechGate Auto allows technologists to focus on the care of patients and efficient room turnaround rather than worrying about anyone entering the MRI room behind them. Easy to use and designed for the MRI environment, TechGate Auto is deployed whenever the technologist enters or leaves the MR room or via push button remote control, providing an immediate physical restriction of access to all unauthorized individuals.The use of a “caution” barrier at the entrance to the MR room is now a recommendation of the American College of Radiology MR Safety Committee.Links Aegys' Tech Gate Auto-  https://aegysgroup.com/

Watch Here-> YOUTUBE CHANNELMatthew Hayes RT(R)(MR), Creator and President, ScanLabMR and Professor of MRI, Adventist University of Health Sciences joins Zone3Podcast with Reggie and Robert to Discuss his groundbreaking Educational MRI Scanning Simulator, ScanLabMR. ScanLabMR is the first MRI simulator that is able to quantify and assess clinical competence and scan quality. Unlike other simulators, ScanLabMR incites all thoughts and practices usually experienced only at the MRI scanner – without risk to the patient or time constraints. With ScanLabMR, the user can gain a meaningful experience that would normally take months to years to acquire.Matt discusses many Key benefits that ScanLabMR provides including Exact replication of real MRI scanning, Unlimited practice anywhere, Performance assessments and feedback, Evaluation scores benchmarked against an established standard of excellence for job applications and career advancement endorsed by two of the most prominent publications for MRI education.There are Already Universities, hospitals, and Radiology departments using ScanlabMR to improve MRI education Quality, Staff Training, and to improve their Hiring and Recruitment Process. Thanks for Joining us in Zone 3!

Watch Here on youtube----- Video EpisodeIn this episode of Zone 3 Podcast, Robert and Reggie discuss T1 Recovery, with Matt Hayes, MR educator, and Creator of ImagingU/ScanlabMR (link below).T1 Recovery is such an important concept to understand when learning about MRI Imaging Contrast and yet it is often miss understood.  Matt explains how  T1 Recovery works. He also gets into how inversion recovery and Inversion Time are related to the T1 Recovery process by explaining the Null point. Thanks for Joining us in Zone 3!

Zone3podcast is lucky to be joined by returning guest Kristan Harrington, MBA, RT(R)(MR) to discuss Breast MRIBreast imaging is one of Kristan's passions. Her interest started with her experience in research at Emory University. Kristan provides the audience with a run-down of today's Breast Cancer statistics and how MRI is becoming the leading preferred imaging modality because of its success with specificity and sensitivity. This consequently, could be linked to the reason the breast cancer mortality rate has dropped 40% in the past 25 years. 322,000 women's lives saved! Kristan discusses Breast cancer's many contributing factors that are considered established risks. She also touches on some interesting things that are considered emerging risks, as well. Kristan is an advocate of abbreviated breast imaging.  Allowing the exam to be available to more patients is key. Technological Advancements in MRI have greatly increased image quality, resulting in an increase in diagnostic integrity.About our Guest:Kristan has been an educator specializing in MRI since 1998. She worked as an educator with Philips Healthcare for almost 12 years. She held a full-time faculty appointment at Emory University School of Medicine leading the MRI Bachelor's Degree Program. Kristan is the Senior Associate with William Faulkner & Associates providing both MRI educational and consulting services. She speaks at conferences nationally for many vendors including, MTMI, NWIF, Siemens, Philips, Bracco, and Medtronic. Kristan is also developing bachelor's degree programs in MRI for universities that are moving in that direction. Kristan earned her Associate's degree in Radiology Technology in 1996 and her Bachelor's Degree in Medical Science Education, with honors from Emory University in 1997. She then received her Master's in Business Administration in 2010.Breastcancer.orgAbout our Sponsor:  Aegys is an innovative leader in the MRI safety industry.Aegys is committed to providing innovative product and process solutions that enhance overall magnet safety and improve efficiency.  Their TechGate Auto is a Zone 4 Barrier System that keeps patients and MRI technologists safe.  TechGate Auto allows technologists to focus on the care of patients and efficient room turnaround rather than worrying about anyone entering the MRI room behind them. Easy to use and designed for the MRI environment, TechGate Auto is deployed whenever the technologist enters or leaves the MR room or via push-button remote control, providing an immediate physical restriction of access to all unauthorized individuals.The use of a “caution” barrier at the entrance to the MR room is now a recommendation of the American College of Radiology MR Safety Committee.Thanks for Joining us in Zone 3!

Watch video Here--->  https://youtu.be/ixL9rdZJihMThis week in Zone 3 Tobias  Gilk Joins Robert and Reggie in the studio to discuss MRI Facility Design.  We start off by discussing Toby's Architect origin story. Then we get into Toby's Process of understanding how to organize a layout by the needs and considerations of the different workflows that will commonly happen for that facility.  We also cover space planning, Magnetic Field Containment,  and Four Zone Planning.  Reggie puts on a short demonstration of a plan that he put together using an app called Sketchup. Toby helps Reggies discuss some of the issues with his layout and why zoning isn't always clear. Reggie's before and after Toby versions of his facility design will be posted as a separate video. Thanks for joining us here in Zone 3 see you next time. About our Guest:Tobias Gilk, MRSO, MRSE. Is an Architect and Radiology MRI safety expert. Expert witness. Radiology/MRI safety trainer and consultant for healthcare providers and industry. Consultant on issues of MRI / Radiology facilities, safety, and operation, with experience in product safety specific to MR Conditional labeling and principles.Spent 15+ years as a practicing architect developing particular expertise in the integration of buildings with highly technical operations and siting requirements for multi-million dollar medical imaging devices. Involved in professional and regulatory aspects of safety and design for radiology / MRI.Currently serving as senior vice president for RADIOLOGY-Planning, a Junk Architects' company, specializing in design for radiology, nuclear medicine, and radiation therapy facilities. Other accolades include: Twice a member of the ACR's MRI Safety Committee (twice named co-author of ACR MRI safety standard guidance). Founding Board member and past Chair of the American Board of Magnetic Resonance Safety (ABMRS). Holds both MRSO and MRSE certifications from the ABMRS. Serves on the International Electrotechnical Commission's (IEC) committee that maintains MRI safety standards for manufacturers. Recognized by both state and federal courts as an expert in MRI safety issues. Published dozens of papers and articles on MRI safety. Twice named finalist of Best Radiology Educator award.About our Sponsor:  Aegys is an innovative leader in the MRI safety industry.Aegys is committed to providing innovative product and process solutions that enhance overall magnet safety and improve efficiency.  Their TechGate Auto is a Zone 4 Barrier System that keeps patients and MRI technologists safe.  TechGate Auto allows technologists to focus on the care of patients and efficient room turnaround rather than worrying about anyone entering the MRI room behind them. Easy to use and designed for the MRI environment, TechGate Auto is deployed whenever the technologist enters or leaves the MR room or via push-button remote control, providing an immediate physical restriction of access to all unauthorized individuals.The use of a “caution” barrier at the entrance to the MR room is now a recommendation of the American College of Radiology MR Safety Committee.Thanks for Joining us in Zone 3!

Dr. Fahrenholtz, Ph.D. joins Zone 3 podcast in the studio to discuss SAR (Specific absorption rate) and other ways to measure heat deposition in patients. As MRI Technology advances SAR monitor has become extremely important. Especially in patients with active implants. Dr. Fahrenholtz explains what SAR is and the things we can do to reduce it.  -SAR image pop info- https://radiopaedia.org/About our Sponsor:  Aegys is an innovative leader in the MRI safety industry and the Creator of The TechGate Automatic.Aegys is committed to providing innovative product and process solutions that enhance overall magnet safety and improve efficiency.  TechGate Auto is a Zone 4 Barrier System that keeps patients and MRI technologists safe.  TechGate Auto allows technologists to focus on the care of patients and efficient room turnaround rather than worrying about anyone entering the MRI room behind them. Easy to use and designed for the MRI environment, TechGate Auto is deployed whenever the technologist enters or leaves the MR room or via push-button remote control, providing an immediate physical restriction of access to all unauthorized individuals.The use of a “caution” barrier at the entrance to the MR room is now a recommendation of the American College of Radiology MR Safety Committee.Links Aegys' Tech Gate Auto-  https://aegysgroup.com/

This Week in Zone 3, Reggie and Robert are joined by returning guest Bill Faulkner, BS RT(R)(MR)(CT)FSMRT to discuss how things have changed for MRI Techs since he first started in MRI. The conversation starts off with Bill discussing his love of music. Bill started MRI in 1985 on a GE when there were only two pulse sequences: spin-echo and inversion recovery. Scan times were a lot longer back then. Parameters were limited as there were also only two choices for the matrix. No less than two signal averages. Sequences could be as long as seventeen minutes. The topic of immobilization purposes and importance to maintain motionless positioning. To set center frequency that had to be done manually so Bill has fun reminiscing about the “old” ways of achieving this. Bill discusses the beginning of diffusion imaging and the logistics of implementing it clinically. Gradient echo were originally referred to fast scanning techniques. Easy to achieve bright fluid with short TR times. Dynamic imaging and how to achieve arterial/venous timing. Fast spin-echo (FSE) imaging, also known as Turbo spin-echo (TSE) imaging, are commercial implementations of the RARE (Rapid Acquisition with Relaxation Enhancement) technique originally described by Hennig et al in 1986. Since that time FSE/TSE has grown to become one of the "workhorse" pulse sequences used in virtually all aspects of modern MR imaging. Advancements in post-processing capabilities. Always an honor to be joined by someone so embedded and established in the Radiology world.More about our Guest: William H. “Bill” Faulkner Bill Faulkner works as an independent consultant through his own company, William Faulkner & Associates, LLC. They provide MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) and CT (Computed Tomography) education as well as MRI safety and clinical operations consulting. His clients include health care facilities, and medical companies such as GE, Philips, Siemens, Aspect Imaging, Invivo, Medtronic, Bracco Diagnostics, and Metrasens. He has been teaching and lecturing on MRI for over 25 years. He is an active member and Fellow of the SMRT; serving as the first president. He is a founding board member of the American Board of Magnetic Resonance Safety (ABMRS). Bill is the author of “Rad Techs Guide to MRI: Basic Physics, Instrumentation and Quality Control”. He is the co-author of “Review Questions for MRI”, and a contributing author for “MRI for Technologists”, “Handbook for MRI”, and the first edition of “The Physics of Clinical MR Taught Through Images”. About our Sponsor:  Aegys is an innovative leader in the MRI safety industry.Aegys is committed to providing innovative product and process solutions that enhance overall magnet safety and improve efficiency.  Their TechGate Auto is a Zone 4 Barrier System that keeps patients and MRI technologists safe.  TechGate Auto allows technologists to focus on the care of patients and efficient room turnaround rather than worrying about anyone entering the MRI room behind them. Easy to use and designed for the MRI environment, TechGate Auto is deployed whenever the technologist enters or leaves the MR room or via push-button remote control, providing an immediate physical restriction of access to all unauthorized individuals.The use of a “caution” barrier at the entrance to the MR room is now a recommendation of the American College of Radiology MR Safety Committee.Thanks for Joining us in Zone 3!

This episode of Zone 3 Podcast we interview Mr. MRI Safety , Tobias Gilk, MRSO, MRSE.  He Is an Architect and Radiology MRI safety expert. Expert witness. Radiology/MRI safety trainer and consultant for healthcare providers and industry. Consultant on issues of MRI / Radiology facilities, safety, and operation, with experience in product safety specific to MR Conditional labeling and principles.Spent 15+ years as a practicing architect developing a particular expertise in the integration of buildings with highly technical operations and siting requirements for multi-million dollar medical imaging devices. Involved in professional and regulatory aspects of safety and design for radiology / MRI.Currently serving as senior vice president for RADIOLOGY-Planning, a Junk Architects' company, specializing in design for radiology, nuclear medicine and radiation therapy facilities. Other accolades include: Twice a member of the ACR's MRI Safety Committee (twice named co-author of ACR MRI safety standard guidance). Founding Board member and past Chair of the American Board of Magnetic Resonance Safety (ABMRS). Holds both MRSO and MRSE certifications from the ABMRS. Serves on the International Electrotechnical Commission's (IEC) committee that maintains MRI safety standards for manufacturers. Recognized by both state and federal courts as an expert in MRI safety issues. Published dozens of papers and articles on MRI safety. Twice named finalist of Best Radiology Educator award.Tobias Joins Zone3podcast in studio to discuss Evolution Of MRI safety and the progression of understanding its importance.Toby starts by referencing the events surrounding the death of Michael Colombini. Toby goes into great detail covering significant safety violations that were later set in place to prevent another similar tragedy. He talks about steps that have been put in place to ensure the safety integrity of the department. Importance of understanding high field electromagnetic nonionizing radiation and inherent risk factors. With his direct involvement, certain safety measures have been implemented and are now seen today as recognized safety standards.Giveaway Details:2 Winners-  Leave a Comment about the current state  or future of MRI Safety. Names will be Randomly drawn August 25th.MRI Notebook -https://shop.zone3podcast.com/products/zone-3-podcast-notebook-aegys-techgate-editionAbout our Sponsor:  Aegys is an innovative leader in the MRI safety industry.Aegys is committed to providing innovative product and process solutions that enhance overall magnet safety and improve efficiency.  Their TechGate Auto is a Zone 4 Barrier System that keeps patients and MRI technologists safe.  TechGate Auto allows technologists to focus on the care of patients and efficient room turnaround rather than worrying about anyone entering the MRI room behind them. Easy to use and designed for the MRI environment, TechGate Auto is deployed whenever the technologist enters or leaves the MR room or via push button remote control, providing an immediate physical restriction of access to all unauthorized individuals.The use of a “caution” barrier at the entrance to the MR room is now a recommendation of the American College of Radiology MR Safety Committee.Links Aegys' Tech Gate Auto-  https://aegysgroup.com/MRI Safety Facebook Page- https://www.facebook.com/groups/MRIsafetyMRSO- Documents -     ACR Manual 2020 - https://www.acr.org/-/media/ACR/Files/Radiology-Safety/MR-Safety/Manual-on-MR-Safety.pdf   ABMRS - https://abmrs.org/choosing-the-right-certification-type-for-you/

Check it out on Youtube! - https://youtu.be/QqQffRdBUsYDr. Samuel Fahrenholz, Ph.D. Diagnostic Physicist and Assistant Professor. Clinical work focused on musculoskeletal (MSK) radiology and MRI safety. Dr. Fahrenholtz is credited with publications in A heterogeneous tissue model for treatment planning for magnetic resonance-guided laser interstitialthermal therapy.  Dr. Fahrenholtz joins Zone3podcast in studio two to discuss the basic physics of MRI. Making it understandable for people of all occupational backgrounds. Useful information for patients seeking to learn more about the technology surrounding MRI. And best understand the significance of MRI safety. Also, for students, this episode helps to break down the components of MRI physics and helps with the understanding process. Dr. Fahrenholtz provides an understanding of high field electromagnetic nonionizing radiation. Kspace Demonstration- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3097694/

Perfusion technique allows Radiologists to decipher tumor vs. post-treatment effect. PWI is a very effective tool in terms of treating Gliomas, specifically Glioblastomas as they are the most common. We really appreciate Dr. Hu for sitting with us and helping to provide insight for those looking to advance their knowledge of imaging/treatment.

This episode discusses the different types of injuries that can occur. With the events surrounding the 6-year-old boy that died in New York while undergoing an MRI. This lead to the development and implementation of required MRI safety policies moving forward. Matt discusses the wide range of injuries that can occur ranging from minor radio-frequency burns to fatal results. Discussed as well as the concern for different implants in modern medicine. Matt discusses which implants are safe, which implants are not safe, and which implants are only safe when specific parameters are followed. And how to classify each. MRI safety can also include allergic reactions to Gadolinium. Gadolinium is a contrast agent used in MRI. Typically it’s injected intravenously but can also be given in the oral form. Reactions vary from minor headaches, hives, dyspnea, and can rarely be anaphylactic resulting in a fatality. For a great online educational resource. Check out riteadvantage.com

In this episode of the Zone 3 podcast Dr. Emanuel Kanal, MD, FACR, FISMRM, AANG joins us to discuss the subject of Gadolinium administration for the purpose of diagnostic imaging.

In this episode of Zone 3 Podcast, Dr. Leslie Baxter, Ph.D. a Clinical Neuropsychologist with a specialty in Neuropsychology and Neuro-imaging, was able to join Reggie and Robert in the studio to discuss her experience with functional MRI (fMRI).

In this Episode Zone 3 Podcast team is lucky to be joined by Bill Faulkner, BS RT (R) (MR) (CT) FSMRT and Kristan Harrington, MBA,RT(R)(MR) ARRT, MRSO (MRSC). Both are MRI technologists with many years of experience. This in-studio discussion covers the topics of career evolution within MRI and insider registry review tips. Bill Faulkner offers resources for those seeking to pass the MR Registry with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Along side tips from Kristan Harrington, who has been nominated 2020 MOST EFFECTIVE RADIOLOGIC SCIENCES EDUCATOR. Both are very knowledgable and highly respected within the Radiology community. This episode is beneficial for those individuals interested in becoming a MRI Technologist and those seeking to optimize their MRI career potential.

In this episode of the Zone 3 podcast, hosts Robert and Reggie sit down with Jim Stuppino B.S., R.T.(R)(MR) - President & CEO AnimalScan LLC, to discuss the main differences from human imaging centers vs Animal imaging centers, the state of veterinary imaging, and the joy of providing quality patient care to a variety of different species of animals including rescued wildlife, domestic livestock, and pets. Thanks for joining us here in Zone 3.

In this episode of the Zone 3 podcast, hosts Robert and Reggie sit down with Dr. Emanuel Kanal to discuss The Kanal Method and MagnetVision MRI Safety app.

In this Episode, the Zone 3 MRI Guys' Reggie and Robert talk to Bill and Kristan about some really important ACR Updates. Safety is always a big deal in MRI and we had a chance to Seat down with the Team who actually offers live and online courses on this topic at https://t2star.com/ , Bill Faulkner, and Kristan Harrington. Thanks for joining us here in Zone 3. Hope you enjoy. Remember to Subscribed. Listen or watch @ https://zone3podcast.com

In this episode of the Zone3 podcast, hosts Robert and Reggie have a conversation with Dr. Francois Marcotte, a cardiologist with approximately 30 years of experience in the field, about his interests in congenital heart defects and cardiovascular imaging. As the episode begins, Robert and Reggie ask Dr. Marcotte to talk about his background as a cardiologist. The group then jumps right into discussion contrasting the different modalities for cardiovascular imaging and the pros and cons of each. Dr. Marcotte also discusses different congenital heart issues and the preferred imaging to diagnose and study them, fetal imaging that can be used to catch congenital heart defects early, and the connection between the heart and lungs. Dr. Marcotte shares a case with Robert and Reggie, showing images and explaining various aspects of the patient’s case and treatment. The group discusses the use of contrast in imaging, and the conversation concludes with Dr. Marcotte’s answers to some of Robert and Reggie’s top questions.

In this episode pacemaker nurse, Megan D. RN, discusses several topics on Cardiac Devices. She talks about the history of Cardiac devices, different types of Cardiac Devices(Loop recorder, Pacemaker, Defibrillator), how those devices are different from each other, what makes some Conditional for MRI, what she is doing when interrogating a device, and so much more. Thanks for joining us here in Zone 3.

In this episode, we discuss Cardiac MR with a Cardiologist (Dr. Marcotte) and a Radiologist (Dr. Jokerst). We cover various topics starting with the basics of what Cardiac MRI is used for, important sequences, 1.5T 3T comparison, what pathologies are better evaluated on MR vs other modalities, the purpose of Contrast, and all the ways CMR help with treatment and better outcomes for the patient. Thanks for joining us here in Zone 3.

In this episode, Eileen, a Registered Nurse, discusses everything about Radiology Nursing, from what they do for each Radiology Modality, IV starts, Protocols, Contrast Reactions, and Infiltrations. Eileen helps us unlock one of the best-kept secrets jobs as an RN. Thanks for joining us here at Zone 3.

In this episode, Chad, a registered Nurse, talks with us about what his hospital is doing to keep staff and patients safe. We also discuss differences/relationship between Coronavirus and COVID-19, what it is like working in a hospital during the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, what precautions his hospital is taking to protect their staff, we discuss different isolation precautions like contact, droplet, airborne, as well as Donning/Doffing PPE (with youtube example), Proper Handwashing Techniques, and tips on how to stay safe and avoid exposure.

This episode of Zone 3 features two advanced level technologists, Jesse and Jonathan, who discuss protocol optimization for entry to intermediate levels. Jesse and Jonathan share their small-town roots, their backgrounds in art, and their journeys to becoming MRI techs. They discuss basic parameter ranges, B-values, echo spacing, diffusion techniques, tips and tricks, and the future of MRI with AI. Subscribe, rate, and review Zone 3 where ever you listen to podcasts!