Top products from r/Radiology
We found 34 product mentions on r/Radiology. We ranked the 58 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. Computed Tomography for Technologists: A Comprehensive Text
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 3
Computed Tomography for Technologists
2. The Practice of System and Network Administration, Second Edition
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 3
Addison-Wesley Professional
3. Clark's Pocket Handbook for Radiographers (Clark's Companion Essential Guides)
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 2
4. Mosby's Comprehensive Review of Radiography: The Complete Study Guide and Career Planner
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 2
Mosby Inc
5. Clinical Pharmacology Made Ridiculously Simple
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Number of reviews: 2
Medmaster
6. Mosby's Exam Review for Computed Tomography
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
Mosby
7. LANGE Q&A Radiography Examination, Tenth Edition
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 2
8. Bontrager's Handbook of Radiographic Positioning and Techniques, 8e 8th Edition by Bontrager MA RT(R), Kenneth L., Lampignano MEd RT(R) (CT), (2013) Spiral-bound
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
Used Book in Good Condition
9. Textbook of Diagnostic Sonography: 2-Volume Set (Textbook of Diagnostic Ultrasonography)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
10. Bontrager's Textbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy
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Number of reviews: 1
11. Callen's Ultrasonography in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Elsevier
12. Merrill's Atlas of Radiographic Positioning and Procedures: 3-Volume Set
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Number of reviews: 1
Mosby
13. Textbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy
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Number of reviews: 1
Mosby
14. Sectional Anatomy for Imaging Professionals
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Mosby
15. Philips 326E8FJSB 32" Monitor, 2K QHD VA, 1 Billion+ Colors, Ultranarrow Borders, Freesync, Flicker-free, Lowblue, 4Yr Advance Replacement Warranty
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Number of reviews: 1
Philips 32" (31. 5" Viewable) crystal-clear images with quad HD 2560 x 1440 pixels10-Bit VA panel with 1. 074 billion colors for smooth color gradations and detailEffortlessly smooth game play with AMD Free Sync technology and Philips smart image game mode optimized for gamersHdmi, DisplayPort, DVI-...
16. Emergency Radiology: The Requisites (Requisites in Radiology)
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
17. Vascular and Interventional Radiology: The Requisites (Requisites in Radiology)
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
18. Sectional Anatomy for Imaging Professionals
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
So here are my recommendations then.
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The above is an ultrasound requisites series book. The radiology requisites series is pretty popular and well regarded. I found it quite useful.
If you are planning to be a procedural oriented radiologist, or go into IR later. I recommend
this....https://www.amazon.com/dp/143771417X/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=sl1&tag=daynightrever-20&linkId=521eba90123660ea6bb3af27fa3febfd
I always have felt that ultrasound is only as good as the user. So technique is important. For this just general practice is good. However a very good understand of the views and anatomy in ultrasound is important. Ultrasound anatomy is less defined compared to CXRs, or CT/MR. Mainly because it is often a real time analysis, that is subjected to large amounts of human error based on your own(or a tech's) technique. As such, understanding the anatomy well is important so you know what you are doing.
Always follow the basic principles.in ultrasound WHERE are you, WHERE do you want to go, HOW do you get there, CAN you get there without having the patient moving positions , SHOULD you move the patient if you need different views. WHy do you need different views. ARE you confident in the diagnostic efficacy without continuing u/s analysis.
These two books aren't necessarily "radiology" level, as a physiican. They are more geared towards techs and midlevels. But are good for a good introductory text/review. https://www.amazon.com/Ultrasound-Teaching-Manual-Performing-Interpreting/dp/3131110430/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1480490856&sr=8-8&keywords=ultrasound
This atlas is decent, I always found it to be a great reference back when I was a resident.
https://www.amazon.com/Color-Atlas-Ultrasound-Anatomy-Berthold/dp/3131390522/ref=sr_1_21?ie=UTF8&qid=1480490961&sr=8-21&keywords=ultrasound+book
Lastly, I'd recommend buying some sort of u/s physics textbook(algebra based) just to give you a working understanding of the technology. And as you move through your training and beyond the baiscs, you can move onto specialzied ultrasound texts. The main ones are usually obstetrics, EM/Trauma, and abdominal(sometimes the latter two are combined, soemtimes 1 and three are combined in one text. You can search around).
I'm in first year doing DI in Scotland, we've been on placement since November. Don't be nervous, speak up and ask questions. You'll quickly learn which members of staff will let you do as much as you're comfortable with, while others will pretty much just carry on with their job until you ask/offer to do something. If you get to choose which room you're working in, try and get in a room with someone who's been helpful before, you'll learn more.
Every radiographer does things slightly differently, and different departments will have different 'standard views' from the ones you learned in uni. Learn what they want and do it their way, not the way you were taught in uni. DON'T argue that 'well this is the way we were taught to do it'!
Be as helpful as possible. Clean up / wipe down surfaces, process cassettes (if you're using them), offer to go get patients changed, etc. Don't stand around looking bored, if you don't know something, ask about it, genuine curiosity will be rewarded.
Remember your TLD and anatomical markers - I found this book really useful for carrying around (fits perfectly in NHS tunic pockets). Sometimes the radiographers will even ask to borrow it, so brownie points for you.
Good luck on your placement!
To be honest I've not come across any truly "must have" emergency CT books. The "Emergency Radiology: The Requisites" book is something I've personally used - it's ok but I don't think many of my colleagues use it, and I've used it far less than I thought I would. Not as many pictures as I would have liked - it's a text book rather than a practical book, and it doesn't show enough different examples to be truly useful.
In terms of other books - what uses do you mean? As in do you want books to study for exams, practical books to get better at CT etc, essential reference books or books to have to hand during on-call/during reporting acute radiology?
If you want to get a good look at the tech aspect, you can check out this handbook:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0323083897/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
This is the version I have, but the older ones are basically the same. Lots of techs have one of these books with them on site -- in their locker or on person. They include almost all of the positions/x-rays and it can fit in your pocket.
Another good book is this one:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1451115652/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Rather than a reference book like the other, this one is a good read. It explains how x-rays work and how we can improve our images. Go ahead and skip anything about film, though.
Excellent thank you for the advice and tips on test material!!
Yeah I keep abreast of the ARRT requirements and know that come 2016 they are requiring some education.. Not a problem though it gives me plenty of time and I may in fact take a class on Saturdays that will qualify anyway just in case.
Thanks again definitely hanging on to this advice :)
EDIT: I have this book unused for sectional anatomy.. bought it for the xray program which we never needed it for, lol. Look good to you?: http://www.amazon.com/Sectional-Anatomy-Imaging-Professionals-3e/dp/0323082602/ref=pd_sim_b_1?ie=UTF8&refRID=1KTJ3V0R3B4HP4PYXABW
I passed the registry with a 96/100. Let's put some things into perspective for you:
We took a Correctec practice exam and the beginning of our final semester, and we were told that a 50% or above meant that the student was on track to passing. That's assumed because, with an entire semester of review, your score is going to improve dramatically. You only need a 75 to pass. If you're two semesters out and almost at a 75 on the quizzes, I think you'll be fine.
Relax! You're fine.
I'm not sure something exactly like what you're asking for exists, but I've heard a lot of great things about Bontrager as a superior positioning aid compared to Merrill's. See if you can find a copy at your site or school to page through to see if it's sufficient for what you want.
I agree with others' opinion that the CT registry encompasses a variety of topics, including physics, equipment, history, procedures, patient care etc. Granted, the registry changes and evolves it's questions every year, it seems that addressing anatomy is also a vital issue to cover in preparation for the registry. I used Sectional anatomy for imaging professionals as a reference for anatomy given it was available in my department. Surely, any variation of this type of material will get the job done as well.
There are also a couple of websites dedicated to CT topics and continuing education/training opportunities. CTisus is a great forum for relevant information, and a great place to post questions on just about anything CT related. Lastly, CTguru is similar to CTisus but in a smaller capacity. There are plenty of answered questions regarding the registry amongst the existing threads, and if I remember correctly you may even access sample/study questions on the different topics covered. Back when I took the registry, CTisus hosted over 200 questions on every single registry topic, which I actually still have in print laying around somewhere. I am not completely sure they still have all of them online, but the various forum threads on the subject still host a number of them.
Edit: Fixed Link
Just took the VI a few months and I used exam edge. I would say it is just “meh”. Some good questions but you will not pass solely on doing their tests.
I agree with the poster. Go over the outline that the ARRT gives you. I know it looks daunting and there is a lot but you can’t fail if you follow that.
A good source to study is this book! It tells you EVERYTHING you need to know about IR..
Vascular and Interventional Radiology: The Requisites (Requisites in Radiology) https://www.amazon.com/dp/0323045847/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_podACbVWG43ME
Good luck!
A great review book I used was Mosbys Rad Review. I highly recommend it and use it throughout your program. I wish I would have gotten it a lot sooner than this previous April (I graduated a couple days ago) and it really helped me with the registry. It would have helped out a lot with the Physics portion of the program too.
Merrill and Bontrager tend to be recommended by Americans, most of us Brits go for Clark's Positioning in Radiography.
Not read the 13th edition of the big boy book myself (basically everywhere has 12th edition, and I am not paying for a new one lol), but the only thing I disagree with in the first edition (since updated to 2nd edition) of the [little baby handbook for students and such] (https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/Books/Clarks-Handbook-Radiographers-Companion-Essential/1498726992/ref=pd_sim_14_5?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=R5H91P80E0SZ5ZKVP0QH) was the ankle section, they describe a correct mortice view, but then the demonstrated image has their centring... somewhat high... :v
The main other book I consider a "must have" is Accident and Emergency Radiology, but as an ortho resident, you are likely past that (it is basic image interpretation, suitable for a junior doc or the average band 5/6 radiographer), though you might consider giving it a flick through anyway, it's not a long read, and is a very good quality book.
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Edit: Interesting thing about Clark's - go back a few versions from the 12th edition and they were inexplicably using nude patients in a solid half of the demonstration images, flicking between covered and uncovered for seemingly no reason. God knows why. In any of the modern ones, they are all wearing swimsuits, at least!
Yes Merrill's is what my university utilizes and stands by. I may suggest an updated copy or just know of any revisions as some angulations/centering may have varied. Another good test prep book is Mosby's review guide (Mosby's Comprehensive Review of Radiography: The Complete Study Guide and Career Planner https://www.amazon.com/dp/0323354238/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_4S0XCb536TP1F)
Also ARRT has content specifications that suggest areas to know.
then you should get Va panel. They are also good for reading and everyday use.
Philips 326E8FJSB 32" Monitor, 2K QHD VA, 1 Billion+ Colors, Ultranarrow Borders, Freesync, Flicker-Free, Lowblue, 4Yr Advance Replacement Warranty https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KQXJLF8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_5ZC0Db3SW9AX6
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I can't speak intelligently regarding opportunities in Canada.
Approximately half of all imaging informaticists have a clinical background.
Become involved in imaging informatics (PACS and RIS Administration) at your facility to learn everything you possibly can.
Read everything you can about IHE, DICOM and HL7. Knowledge of rules, regulations and guidelines related to imaging informatics is likewise essential.
Focus on information technology such as obtaining your MCSA (Microsoft desktop and server administration certification), CCNA (Cisco routing and switching certification), VCP (VMware certification) or OCP (Oracle database administration certification). Your local community college may be your best resource.
Knowledge of ITIL, project management (PMP), Six Sigma and software development methodologies (Agile, Kanban, Scrum and waterfall) is helpful.
The job market for imaging informaticists is highly competitive but highly lucrative. A highly skilled imaging informaticist can earn over $200,000 per year although I understand that the average is approximately $80,000 per year (from $60,000 per year for a junior imaging informaticist in Asheville, North Carolina to $140,000 per year for a senior imaging informatics in Stanford, California).
https://www.abii.org/About-PACS-Administrator.aspx
https://www.abii.org/docs/Certification-Guide.pdf
http://siim.org
http://siim.org/?page=ciip_study_resources
http://siim.org/?page=pii_textbook
http://www.otechimg.com
http://ihe.net
http://ihe.net/Resources/upload/ihe_radiology_users_handbook_2005edition.pdf
http://medical.nema.org/standard.html
http://www.hl7.org/implement/standards/index.cfm?ref=nav
http://www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/administrative/privacyrule/index.html
http://www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/administrative/securityrule/index.html
http://www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/administrative/enforcementrule/hitechenforcementifr.html
http://www.fda.gov/Radiation-EmittingProducts/MammographyQualityStandardsActandProgram/default.htm
http://www.acr.org/~/media/AF1480B0F95842E7B163F09F1CE00977.pdf
http://www.acr.org/~/media/3E08C87AD6E6498D9E19769E5E5E390D.pdf
http://deckard.mc.duke.edu/pdf/Samei-TG18.pdf
http://www.amazon.com/Practice-System-Network-Administration-Edition/dp/0321492668
http://www.pmi.org
That is a good one to use. Especially the online practice quizzes. This is a good book too http://www.amazon.com/Computed-Tomography-Technologists-Comprehensive-Text/dp/0781777518
My preferred general textbook is "Textbook of Diagnostic Ultrasonography" by Hagen-Ansert, and for more detailed OB/Gyn ultrasound I love the "Ultrasonography in Obstetrics and Gynecology" by Callen.
We have a number of imaging Informaticists in /r/Radiology and /r/HealthIT.
I will warn you that imaging informatics as a field has sufficient breadth and depth that few, if any, will ever master the field. In other words, you need not be an expert - merely conversant in the language.
Read everything you can about IHE, DICOM and HL7. Knowledge of rules, regulations and guidelines related to imaging informatics is likewise essential.
Focus on information technology such as obtaining your MCSA (Microsoft desktop and server administration certification), CCNA (Cisco routing and switching certification), VCP (VMware certification) or OCP (Oracle database administration certification). Your local community college may be your best resource.
Knowledge of ITIL, project management (PMP), Lean, Six Sigma and software development methodologies (Agile, Kanban, Scrum and waterfall) is helpful.
I recommend you become familiar with the following terms:
Rules, Regulations and Guidelines; ACR guidelines, NRDR (e.g. Lung Cancer Screening), AAPM TG-18, HIPAA 1996, HITECH 2009, MACRA 2015, PAMA 2014 (especially AUC aka CDS), PQRS, etc.
IHE (actor, transaction, profile)
DICOM (entity-relationship, GSDF, GSPS, IOD, DICOM service, SOP Class, RESTful services e.g. WADO)
HL7 (message, message type, segment, field, component, FHIR)
Image pixel data (bit, byte, bit depth, grayscale, histogram, pixel, voxel) and Image Processing (Gaussian, Laplacian, Sobel, etc.)
Speech Recognition (aka Voice Recognition), DICOM Structured Reports
High Availability and High Performance (Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Fault Tolerance, Failover / Failback, hot / warm / cold spare, Geographic redundancy, clustering and mirroring, RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 50, etc.)), virtualization, iops
Networking (Packet Switching, OSI Model, TCP/IP, "Well Known Ports" - Network Protocols (DNS, DHCP, FTP, FTPS, HTTP, HTTPS, SNMP, telnet, ping, traceroute, netBIOS, netstat, ipconfig), DSL, ISDN, T-1, T-2, T-3, DS-1, DS-2, DS-3)
Encoding, Encryption and Compression (SSL, TLS, RSA, Run Length Encoding, Big Endian, Little Endian, JPEG, JPEG2000)
Nomenclature and medical coding (RadLex, LOINC, SNOMED, CPT, ICD)
Information technology Management (ITIL, ITSM, SaaS, SLA, SOA, QoS)
https://www.abii.org/About-PACS-Administrator.aspx
https://www.abii.org/docs/Certification-Guide.pdf
http://siim.org
http://siim.org/?page=ciip_study_resources
http://siim.org/?page=pii_textbook
http://www.otechimg.com
http://ihe.net
http://ihe.net/Resources/upload/ihe_radiology_users_handbook_2005edition.pdf
http://medical.nema.org/standard.html
http://www.hl7.org/implement/standards/index.cfm?ref=nav
http://www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/administrative/privacyrule/index.html
http://www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/administrative/securityrule/index.html
http://www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/administrative/enforcementrule/hitechenforcementifr.html
http://www.fda.gov/Radiation-EmittingProducts/MammographyQualityStandardsActandProgram/default.htm
http://www.acr.org/~/media/AF1480B0F95842E7B163F09F1CE00977.pdf
http://www.acr.org/~/media/3E08C87AD6E6498D9E19769E5E5E390D.pdf
http://deckard.mc.duke.edu/pdf/Samei-TG18.pdf
http://www.amazon.com/Practice-System-Network-Administration-Edition/dp/0321492668
http://www.pmi.org
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0323065902/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1417294411&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SY200_QL40
This book got me through the registry with flying colors. I hear good things about the MIC, but it was too pricy for me when there are options like this one that are so good and so affordable. Pro tip, though - the online content it comes with is really convenient, but the tests in the back are the ones I found to be most pertinent.
This is the correct answer. http://amzn.com/0323065902
RootimusPrime: This is all you need. If you're lacking in the cross sectional anatomy then it couldn't hurt to pick up a book on that. If the only thing that you study is the book that I linked, you will easily pass.
EDIT - I took the registry in 2011 so my experience may be more recent than most. "May" being the key word.
This is a good place to start.
https://www.amazon.com/Clinical-Pharmacology-Made-Ridiculously-Simple/dp/1935660004
Here is the mobile version of your link
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0312680082/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apis_1492713671983
This hilarious book full of X rays of weird stuff stuck up peoples Butts and other orifices and such.
MRI tech here, studying for MR registry, have my CT already.
If you already have your Xray license, the CT registry is not that hard, since you already know the physics etc. If you have to pick one to take a course in, I'd pay for the full course in MRI and just learn CT from a book. I used this one, and the Mosby's exam review to show me where I needed to practice.
Computed Tomography for Technologists: A Comprehensive Text (Lois Romans)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0781777518/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_WELnybZSDQ5GY
But take the CT registry first, before you confuse yourself with MRI physics. Cross-sectional anatomy is broadly similar but every single other thing about MR is completely new information.