National Radiologic Technology Week (NRTW): Nov. 2-8

By Anne Taylor, SH, Business Systems Analyst

National Radiologic Technology Week (NRTW) is an annual celebration that occurs during the first full week in November. Established by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) in July 1979, NRTW is an annual recognition and appreciation of radiologic technologists across the nation that honors and promotes their hard work and important contributions to health care.

This annual event is also a celebration of Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen's discovery of the X-ray in his laboratory on November 8, 1895, which revolutionized science and medicine. He could never have predicted that the art of imaging would be so specifically organized and professed by a group of radiologic technologists who take such pride in their careers.

Radiology includes so much more than obtaining images. The entire team here at Stanford plays such an important role in serving our patients. The scheduling staff, front office assistants, digital image library staff, technologist aids, nurses, and informatics team all play a very specific and crucial role in providing quality imaging studies for diagnosis and treatment.

The Department of Radiology at Stanford Hospital & Clinics is committed to improving health through excellence in image-based patient care, research, and education by embracing the latest advances in imaging techniques and by utilizing state-of-the-art equipment.

During National Radiologic Technology Week (NRTW), we celebrate all who contribute to the success of Stanford Radiology.

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