I Went Back To College To Be An MRI Tech!

Exploring MRI: A Personal Journey with Kwame
In this episode of A Couple of Rad Techs podcast, the hosts, a married couple with over 30 years of experience in radiology, sit down with Kwame, a seasoned MRI technologist, to discuss the intricacies and personal pathways within the field of medical imaging. Kwame shares his unique journey from being a phlebotomist to becoming an MRI technologist, highlighting the influence of relatable role models and his decision-making process influenced by scheduling flexibility and the importance of MRI in diagnostics. The conversation also covers the physical and mental demands of the profession, continuous learning, and the future of MRI technology, including AI advancements and remote scanning. Additionally, Kwame details his day-to-day life, emphasizing work-life balance and the importance of community and patient relationships built through his career. The episode concludes with insights into Kwame's Etsy shop, where he designs radiology-related merchandise, and a broader discussion on the supportive culture within the medical imaging profession.
00:00 Welcome to A Couple of Rad Techs Podcast
00:40 Special Guest: Kwame's Journey into MRI
02:17 From Phlebotomist to MRI Technologist: Kwame's Story
06:49 The Physical and Mental Demands of Being an MRI Tech
09:57 A Day in the Life of MRI Man
11:45 The Importance of Community and Support in Radiology
16:25 Facing Challenges and Celebrating Rewards in MRI
18:46 The Future of MRI: Excitement and Concerns
20:55 Wrapping Up: The Impact of MRI and Radiology

[@marishamars4786]

I’m a pharmacy technician about to start school on may 16th I’m nervous but excited thanks to your videos!

[@acoupleofradtechs]

You can do it!

[@WoolandFlax]

I'm a pharm tech working with a healthcare company, I'm also thinking of going back to school to be a rad tech. Currently pregnant tho so it will be 2 years since I can go back

[@sometimesoonfan]

thanks so much for this podcast!

[@naturallynatural]

Thank you for sharing! You have such an awesome voice 🤩

[@acoupleofradtechs]

I appreciate your kind words, thank you!

[@raxanenglish7439]

I'm curious, were imagining techs out of jobs during the pandemic?

[@starseed_b]

So when it comes to selecting a school, is ARRT accreditation or JRCERT preferred? There is 2 programs that I am considering at different schools, wondering which will serve best practically.