Medical Imaging

Welcome to the Emory University Medical Imaging Program. Medical imaging professionals utilize x-rays and other energy forms to help diagnose and treat medical conditions. The medical imaging professional (radiologic technologist or radiographer) provides quality patient care while creating diagnostic images independently, assisting radiologists and other physicians in imaging the body, and operating specialized radiographic equipment.

This program is ideal for people interested in both personal interaction and a "high-tech" career. Medical imaging professionals apply their knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, patient positioning, radiation protection, and image production techniques in the performance of their duties. Students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for professional competence through a blend of classroom and clinical education.

Emory University’s Medical Imaging Program offers a baccalaureate degree, and graduates advance more rapidly within the profession. Advanced coursework in radiology administration, radiography education, and advanced clinical practice in computed tomography, interventional radiology, magnetic resonance imaging, or women’s health (mammography and bone densitometry) is offered.

Please note that advanced coursework in interventional radiology and women’s health (mammography and bone densitometry) will be discontinued in 2021. Students admitted to the BMSc program after 2018 will no longer be offered advanced coursework in these two areas. Students admitted to the RT-BMSc program will no longer be offered coursework in these two areas after 2019, if enrolling part-time, and after 2020, if enrolling full-time.

Additional information on applying for admission to these programs may be obtained by writing to:

Medical Imaging Program
EUH Education Annex Building
531 Asbury Circle
Room N112
Atlanta, GA 30322

Mailstop: 1600-002-1AA
Phone: (404) 712-5005 
E-mail: (Med.Imaging.Program@emoryhealthcare.org)

Emory University Links

• Emory University Home Page
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• Student Housing
• School of Medicine
• Department of Radiology
• Emory Area
• Directions to campus
• Campus map

External Professional Links

• Atlanta Society of Radiologic Technologists
• Georgia Society of Radiologic Technologists
• American Society of Radiologic Technologists
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
• The Association of Educators in Imaging and Radiologic Sciences
• The Association for Medical Imaging Management
• Section for Magnetic Resonance Technologists
• Aunt Minnie

The Emory University Medical Imaging Program seeks to develop leaders in medical imaging by fostering academic and clinical excellence within a patient and family centered care environment.  Specifically, the mission of the program is to produce well-educated, culturally and clinically competent, highly motivated medical imaging professionals who will safely perform diagnostic imaging procedures. Program graduates will also possess either advanced imaging skills in a specialty modality, or leadership skills in education or management.

1. Students will communicate effectively.
   1. Students will utilize effective oral communication skills.
   2. Students will utilize effective written communication skills.

2. Students will possess the knowledge and skills of an entry level radiographer.
   1. Students will be able to position the patient for routine radiographic procedures.
   2. Students will apply appropriate radiation safety principles.

3. Students will develop problem solving and critical thinking skills.
   1. Students will be able to evaluate radiographic images.
   2. Students will be able to modify standard procedures to accommodate patient or environmental conditions.

4. Students will demonstrate professional behavior.
   1. Students will demonstrate a positive work ethic.
   2. Students will develop cooperative relationships in the clinical environment.

Emory University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award degrees at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels. This organization can be contacted at the following address:

Commission on Colleges
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
1866 Southern Lane
Decatur, GA 30033-4907
(404) 679-4501

The Medical Imaging Program is also accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. This organization can be contacted at the following address:

JRCERT
20 N. Wacker Drive
Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
Phone: (312) 704-5300
Fax: (312) 704-5304
E-mail: mail@jrcert.org
www.jrcert.org