Melissa Pergola

CEO & ED of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists and CEO of the ASRT Foundation.

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An intentional integration of artificial intelligence systems into health care is needed to balance the opportunities and challenges it presents, and radiologic technologists are in a position to help ensure AI enhancements preserve and strengthen the human connection with patients. Read more about this topic in the short report by Turpin in the May/June issue of Radiologic Technology. https://t.co/4z4qC49XOi

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Ready to lead, advocate and make a real impact? ASRT’s Leadership Academy and Advocacy Training Program help affiliate members build the skills needed to protect and advance the medical imaging and radiation therapy profession. Learn about leadership development, advocacy training and real‑world impact. Apply by June 15. https://t.co/pk8iOTW3g4

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The Medicare Access to Radiology Care Act will help improve access to radiology care by ensuring radiologists receive Medicare reimbursement for services provided by radiologist assistants, supervised by a radiologist as part of a radiologist-led team. ASRT supports this important step to strengthen patient access and recognizes the value of medical imaging professionals. Visit the Advocacy Action Center, and contact your U.S. senators and ask them to support MARCA. https://t.co/f4ByFa7JBS

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We look forward to seeing you at the 2026 ASRT Educational Symposium and Annual Governance and House of Delegates Meeting, June 25-28 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Check out these photos from last year in Reno, Nevada.

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You already carry knowledge that can be shared to strengthen patient care and support the next generation of professionals. To find out more about sharing that knowledge, reach out to us at https://t.co/nGKLG4Euyt.

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Just wrapped up your Memorial Day getaway? Now it’s time to plan what’s next. With ASRT Member Perks, you can travel in style without overspending. Save on hotels, flights, cruises, tours, attractions and vacation packages, all in one place! Wherever summer takes you, your next trip starts with smarter savings. Start exploring: https://t.co/BJ6ETEJY51.

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These organizations are putting their team first, and ASRT is proud to be part of that journey. Please join us in welcoming our newest Group membership partners!

Cherokee Nation Health Services in Claremore, Oklahoma

Winchester Medical Center in Winchester, Virginia

OhioHealth Van Wert in Van Wert, Ohio

Demonstrate your organization’s commitment to staff development by enrolling your team in ASRT Group membership. Learn more at https://t.co/83mTiegV3Z.

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These schools are investing where it counts: in students who will shape the future of health care. Please join us in welcoming our newest Group membership partners!

Ozarks Technical Community College in Springfield, Missouri

Belmont College in St. Clairsville, Ohio

Penn State New Kensington in New Kinsington, Pennsylvania

Demonstrate your program’s commitment to student success by enrolling your students in an ASRT Group membership. Learn more at https://t.co/3uhOLXkmbc.

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Watch, like and share the newest Be Seen commercial highlighting bone densitometry technologists. Sponsored by GE HealthCare, a proud supporter of bone densitometry technologists. #BeSeenASRT

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Applications are open! The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Professional Education and Growth Grant provides up to $500 in reimbursement for professional development expenses that include continuing education, conferences, certification exams and memberships.
•Funded by @TheOfficialARRT.
•At least one recipient per ASRT affiliate.
•Open to medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals.
Apply by July 31. Learn more and apply today.
https://t.co/kgKDHoLU2J

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Registration is now open for the 2026 Radiation Therapy Conference, Sept. 27-29, in Boston. Earn up to 15 continuing education credits and choose from 50-plus expert-led courses. Explore innovation in the ASRT and American Society for Radiation Oncology exhibit halls and connect with peers shaping the future of radiation oncology. Early bird pricing is available now — save up to $150. https://t.co/Xnxq6ytU1a

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Ashley Darby, R.T.(R)(CT), RDMS, has built a career on leadership, communication and improving imaging operations — helping strengthen the profession from the inside out. https://t.co/s0eAnoesir

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Join us for the next ASRT Live® highlighting radiation therapists’ critical roles in low-dose radiation therapy programs for osteoarthritis and other conditions. Attend the webcast live on Thursday, May 28 at 1 p.m. Central time and earn 1 CE credit. https://t.co/QBFAdyaltt

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“The RAD Position” podcast is back with a new episode all about how you can volunteer for the profession. ASRT CEO and host Melissa B. Pergola, Ed.D., R.T.(R)(M), FASRT, CAE, and her podcast partner Ray Arambula, ASRT chief information officer, talk with ASRT Vice President Shellie Pike, M.S.R.S., R.R.A., R.T.(R)(CT). Watch here: https://t.co/0fjIp7GsNn.

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Bill Brennan, M.A., R.T.(R)(CT), executive director of the ASRT Museum and Archives, talks about one of our affiliates, the Minnesota Society of Radiologic Technologists. Visitors to the ASRT Museum and Archives in Albuquerque, New Mexico, may request a complimentary copy of “Growing a Profession” during a tour.

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ASRT Educator Institute fosters a professional community for medical imaging and radiation therapy educators to come together and discuss current principles of adult education, curriculum design, technology integration and wellbeing. Learn more: https://t.co/9MLzX4110C.

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As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, teaching critical AI literacy that equips educators, students and researchers with strategies to guide their use is vital. To learn more, check out the original research article by Clark in the May/June issue of Radiologic Technology. https://t.co/4z4qC49XOi

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ASRT staff and officers of the Board of Directors are at the American College of Radiology Annual Meeting this week representing the Society and the profession. They are engaging with attendees, meeting with leaders and sharing information about ASRT initiatives and programs in support of the medical imaging and radiation therapy profession. Pictured from left to right: Vice President Shellie Pike, M.S.R.S., R.R.A., R.T.(R)(CT), ASRT CEO Melissa B. Pergola, Ed.D., R.T.(R)(M), FASRT, CAE, President Brandon A. Smith, M.B.A., M.S.R.S., R.T.(R)(VI), CIIP, ASRT President-elect Marissa Mangrum, M.S.R.S., R.T.(T), and Executive Vice President of Governance and Public Policy Jason Bradley, B.A., R.T.(R), CAE.

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ASRT member and radiation therapy student Ariyana Braxton, from Georgia Southern University in Savannah, was recently featured in an article about her selection to participate in the ASRT Student to Leadership Development Program. Congratulations! https://t.co/UknsTgM7A6