RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY

Graduated in 2011
Currently in medical school

Q: Why did you choose Wayne State? 

A: At the time I was living in metro Detroit. I knew I wanted to be a Radiologic Technologist and attended an information meeting at EACPHS to learn more about the program. It was one of the few programs in the country where you could earn a bachelor of science while also graduating as a Radiologic Technologist.

Q: What inspired you to pursue Radiologic Technology?

A: I grew up playing and watching sports. I had many football injuries, including two that required surgery. I had to get multiple MRIs and X-rays, and was fascinated by the ability to see detailed internal anatomical structures without having to make an incision. I believe radiologic imaging is one of the greatest discoveries in the history of health care, helping to guide physicians toward diagnosing pathologies, planning surgeries and preventative care.

Q: Who was your most memorable instructor?

A: Hands down: Kathy Kath. She was not only a professor but someone who taught me to carry myself in a professional manner, how to be an empathetic compassionate person, and to give back to our community. I remember one specific talk she gave — she said that we should be thankful for the opportunity to care for patients. 

I still carry these words with me. Every single patient I see, I always find the time to thank them for letting me take care of them. Kathy has been one of the most influential people in my life. Without her and the program, I am not sure I would be where I am today. I will forever be grateful to her and the dedication she showed to the program and the profession.

Also, Kathy motivated our class to give back by organizing a Toys for Tots campaign. I grew up in a family living in poverty and was a recipient of Toys for Tots. It meant a lot being able to work on this as a college student, giving back to those in need during the holidays, because I know how much it means to kids. This is something I will continue to do for the rest of my life.

Q: Share some reflections about your time at Wayne State: 

A: I loved my time at WSU's Rad Tech program. I made many lifelong friends who I still talk to and see regularly. I know I will have a lifelong attachment to the program. There are so many good people who I had the chance to work alongside and some who inspired me to pursue my dream of becoming a physician.

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Radiologic technologists are health care professionals who administer prescribed radiation to help diagnose medical conditions. They perform procedures such as X-rays, CT scans and MRI exams. The Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Radiologic Technology program was Michigan’s first accredited bachelor’s degree program in the field. The application deadline is Dec. 15.

An anchor in urban health care

The Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is built on more than 100 years of tradition and innovation in the heart of Detroit. We have grown deep roots in our city, harnessing its powerhouse hospital systems and community service organizations as vibrant, real-world training grounds for students, with an ongoing focus on social justice in health care. And our research at all levels – from undergraduates to veteran faculty members – translates into creative solutions for healthier communities.

Wayne State University is a premier urban research institution offering approximately 350 academic programs through 13 schools and colleges to nearly 24,000 students.