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About James Reeves
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Expertise
i can answer questions pertaining to the field of diagnostic radiologic technology, which the general public refers to as x ray technician. i cannot answer questions about ultrasound, vascular, or mri.

Experience
i have been in this for 30 years, doing everything from routine x rays and ct scans to live and death emergent cases.

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a.s.r.t.member

Awards and Honors
performance awards for the past 4 years.

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  James Reeves 
In Category  Medical Support Careers

SubjectDate Asked

radiography7/4/2008
  Q: What is the difference between radiography and radiology? Isn't one where you just take the x-rays, ...
  A: i am a radiographer; i.e., x ray tech. one career is better; the radiologist, since you have to be ...
radiography7/3/2008
  Q: What is the difference between radiography and radiology? Isn't one where you just take the x-rays, ...
  A: ..to start, when you talk about radiography, that means you are talking about taking x rays. the ...
Radiology training7/14/2007
  Q: I was wondering if you could tell me the hospitals that offer the radiology programs in Jackson or ...
  A: yes, around here, UMC school of radiologic technology has an excellent reputation, and Co-Lin ...
Career6/19/2007
  Q: Hey James. I've been reading through a lot of your questions and you seem to be very knowledgeable ...
  A: .see if you can order a book called the fundamentals of x ray and radium physics by joseph selman, ...
standard of care2/8/2007
  Q: I am writing a paper on the standard of care in radiology, but can't seem to find any information on ...
  A: you are asking a very complex and broad question with that. i think it would help if you did a ...
X-rays in the ICU12/11/2006
  Q: James, I've been reading previous Q&A's. You are so cute! Okay, professional and thorough as well, ...
  A: yes, a chest x ray every day for a patient in a critical care area is considered to be standard. ...
Finding a job as a Medical Transcriptionist or work at home jobs11/30/2006
  Q: First of all, I have no experience in Medical Transcription, but I went to school for it.(A year and ...
  A: ..i do not know a lot about medical transcription, but to find work in that, i would take a look at ...
x-rays11/8/2006
  Q: I have a friend who works as a radiologist at a private clinic. Sometimes when she is very busy, she ...
  A: a radiologist does not take the x rays; a technologist does that, and a radiologist is an m.d. who ...
Licensed Radiology Techs9/21/2006
  Q: To take limited falt plate films (chest, abdomen, extremities) in an MD's office - does one have to ...
  A: .i really do not know if there is such a thing as a limited license anymore. however, you can ...
rad tech wanting to learn lithotripsy6/15/2006
  Q: My name is Ann, I'm a rad tech. I'm trying to find info on lithotripsy, are there schools to learn? ...
  A: i really dont know much about lithotripsy; you may want to call the ARRT and ask about it; they ...
rad. school aplication5/10/2006
  Q: I really would like to get into a radiology tech. school. I have a bachelors degree in a different ...
  A: .when you apply to school, your best bet is to go to a school that is hospital based; in other ...
i was anally and vaginally...3/2/2006
  Q: i was anally and vaginally raped (sodomized) and wanna know if there is any imaging that can prove ...
  A: you are asking a question and thats a long and involved one. there are many imaging ...
is the job a boring job or...6/16/2005
  Q: is the job a boring job or does it change. do u stand on your feet constantly. can u advance to say ...
  A: sooner or later, all jobs can get boring. on your feet all the time if its busy, which it can get. ...
Tips - Entrance to Program5/12/2005
  Q: I'm planning to apply to a program in radiography, but am not coming from a medical background. I ...
  A: first of all, forget how easy it is to get to the closer one. my advice is to go to the school ...
Interested in RT Career3/14/2005
  Q: James, I just graduated from high school and I'm looking into possible career options. Im worried ...
  A: good paying and high demand? actually, more x ray schools across the country are shutting down due ...
RT school2/12/2005
  Q: James, I have applied to the Presbyterian Hospital 2 year RT program to earn my certificate in RT. ...
  A: .every hospital has different rules, but generally speaking, no, you do not need a degree to become ...
RT training2/5/2005
  Q: James, While going through the R.T. educational program, will I get the opportunity to learn how to ...
  A: ..r.t. education course is 2 years, and does not include c.t. or m.r.i. training. the way it works ...
Prep for better chance of admittance12/4/2004
  Q: I actually am interested in ultrasound, but would like to know about radiography as well, as my ...
  A: to start, no, its not lucrative; its fulfilling to a degree. the stress rate is high and the ...
x-rays8/7/2004
  Q: i had a x ray done a year ago and was reading the paper that i have on it but don't understand some ...
  A: it means that the cerebral hemispheres are clear; in other words, they did not see anything ...
starting career in radiology6/4/2004
  Q: I'm looking for a college that teaches radiologic technology and I'm willing to relocate anywhere in ...
  A: there are several excellent programs right around here. the best place for you to call ...
Standard of Care - Radiology Technician & Supervisor in ER5/20/2004
  Q: Followup To Question - Mr. Reeves: I am an attorney in Dallas currently representing a woman who ...
  A: what is usually done with informed consent is reserved for invasive procedures; surgery, etc. as ...
Standard of Care - Radiology Technician & Supervisor in ER5/20/2004
  Q: Mr. Reeves: I am an attorney in Dallas currently representing a woman who was sexually assaulted by ...
  A: ? well, thats very different! but what is being used for proof of this? how is the charge ...
Standard of Care - Radiology Technician & Supervisor in ER5/20/2004
  Q: Mr. Reeves: I am an attorney in Dallas currently representing a woman who was sexually assaulted by ...
  A: Winocour! i almost fell over after i read your e mail! during exam of the coccyx, which is a very ...
Hi, I was wondering if you...7/6/2003
  Q: I was wondering if you could clear up some professional distinctions regarding radiology. Someone ...
  A: yes, a radilogist is an M.D. they graduated med school and go into radiology as a specialty. they do ...
job6/2/2003
  Q: i am from NY. i see that you cannot answer about MRI, i was just wondring maybe you know the answer ...
  A: i dont know about that. you can call around your area to hospitals that have MRI units and ask them. ...
diagnostic radiologic technology10/14/2002
  Q: I am interested in getting into the diagnostic radiologic technology field but have no idea where to ...
  A: there are two ways to get this schooling. one is a hospital based program. call around to your local ...

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