AHRA 2024 Annual Meeting Convention Daily: Wednesday Aug 7 : simplebooklet.com

Today is the final day of the 2024 Annual Meeting! Take advantage of your last day by checking out the sessionsthat interest you most — and don’t forget to share your highlights with us on social media, using #AHRA2024! Jake Poore will share his insights in our final keynote, “Unlocking the Power of Connections: A Framework forPatient and Caregiving Engagement,” sponsored by GE HealthCare, in the Canary room at 2:15 pm EDT. Voting for the Innovation Showcase award is officially closed! Congrats to Beekley Medical for winning the AHRAInnovation Award for their CaraClip™ wire protector. And of course, don’t forget to wear your most colorful attire for AHRA’s 2024 Closing Party, “Flock to Florida,” inthe Canary room. We can’t wait to see you there at 7:00 PM EDT! Celebrate with us over food and drinks afterseveral action-packed days of networking and learning. We look forward to making this last day one to remember. We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to each ofyou for being part of this journey, and we look forward to seeing you next year at the 2025 Annual Meeting inLas Vegas. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7PlatinumGoldSilverBronze

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As we conclude this year's AHRA annual meeting, Iam both honored and excited to step into the role ofpresident for the upcoming term. I credit Becky Allen,Brenda DeBasitiani, and all past presidents andboards with building such a strong community. This is a moment in time filled with opportunities forgrowth, innovation, and collaboration. The Living ourLegacy campaign is already the most successfulcampaign in AHRA history and reflects how energizedthe imaging community is to come together andkeep our industry strong. We have also had the largest attendance for an AHRAAnnual Meeting in a very long time, with the mostfirst-time and new member attendees in our history.This shows that AHRA members are eager tonetwork, collaborate, dive in, and support the workahead. Our theme for the coming year is centered onharnessing the collective strength of our communityto drive the field of leadership in medical imagingforward.Reflecting on my journey, I am reminded of thetransformative power of community and mentorship.AHRA has been a cornerstone in my professionaldevelopment, offering not just resources andknowledge, but also invaluable connections andsupport. This organization has shown me that ourgreatest achievements are often a result of collectiveeffort and shared vision.Looking ahead, our focus will be on fostering anenvironment where every member feels empoweredto contribute and innovate. The field of medicalimaging is rapidly evolving, and it is imperative thatwe stay ahead of the curve by embracing newtechnologies, refining our skills, and continuallyseeking improvement. To this end, AHRA will launchseveral initiatives aimed at enhancing professionaldevelopment, facilitating research, and promotingbest practices in radiology administration.One of our key initiatives will be to expand oureducational programs and include cutting-edgetopics such as artificial intelligence, advancedimaging techniques, operational metrics, andleadership in healthcare. We will partner withindustry leaders to bring the latest insights anddevelopments to our members. Additionally, we willincrease our efforts to support certification andaccreditation, ensuring that our members haveaccess to the credentials they need to excel in theircareers.Collaboration and networking will continue to be atthe heart of AHRA. We are committed to creatingmore opportunities for members to connect, shareexperiences, and learn from one another. Whetherthrough regional meetings, online forums, or specialinterest groups, we aim to build a robust network ofprofessionals dedicated to advancing the field ofmedical imaging.I am particularly excited about our upcomingadvocacy and collaboration efforts. As healthcarecontinues to undergo significant changes, it is crucialthat the voice of radiology administrators is heard inpolicy discussions. AHRA will actively engage withpolicymakers and industry stakeholders to advocatefor issues that impact our profession and the qualityof care we provide.In closing, I want to extend my deepest gratitude toeach of you for your dedication and commitment toAHRA. Our strength lies in our members, and it isthrough your contributions that we continue tothrive and make a difference. Together, we canachieve remarkable things. Let us embrace this yearwith enthusiasm, curiosity, and a shared goal ofexcellence in medical imaging.Thank you for being a part of this incrediblecommunity. I look forward to serving as yourpresident and working alongside you to shape thefuture of AHRA.By Mario Pistilli, CRA, FAHRA

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AHRA announced the 2024 award winners for their achievements in medical imaging, healthcareadministration, and our professional association. In each respective achievement award, fellow designationand scholarship, AHRA recognized medical imaging professionals for their impact on the field as well as theirmeaningful contributions to AHRA.Chris Tomlinson received the Jim Conway Gold Award, the highest honor AHRA can bestow, for his significantcontributions to the profession of imaging and healthcare administration. AHRA President Becky Allen awarded Mary Mahoney the AHRA President’s Award. This award acknowledgesthe impact an individual has on the AHRA president’s career, professional development, mentorship, andfriendship. It recognizes the value of leadership and fellowship for providing guidance and encouragement. Jamale King, Bruce Lazar, and Rachel Thiesse-Yount received the Radiology Management Gary Boyd EditorialAward for their contributions to AHRA’s journal, Radiology Management. In the Awards for Excellence, AHRA honored five members with a crystal award for their excellence andleadership in medical imaging, including: Damon Arnold, Bryan Henderson, Roderick Lightfoot, BrahamjitRaghav, and Carrie Stiles York.Five AHRA members were honored with the AHRA Fellow designation: Danielle Henricksen, Traci Foster,Rachel Thiesse-Yount, Jennifer Kirkman, and Jack Durbin. In scholarships, Robert Miller, Sabrina Hall, Coral Phillips, and Nicole Dhanraj received the OsbornScholarship to support their participation in the Annual Meeting. Several AHRA members also received theAHRA Annual Meeting Scholarship to attend the meeting at no cost, including Shannon Gutierrez, MelissaRamos, Tracey Banks, Amanda Garlock and Michael Welch. Special thanks to Annual Meeting Scholarshipsponsors Beekley Medical and RCCS. Congratulations to all our award winners and scholarship recipients!

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Dr. Stephanie Holden delivered an interactive discussion on a topic that imaging leaders care about deeply: theacclimation of new graduates to an environment of patient care. I enjoyed Dr. Holden’s perspective about howshe chooses to define the success of graduate students. Her belief is that success isn’t defined by getting adegree or passing the boards, but instead is focused on developing a person who has the clinical skills and thesoft skills that lie in the affective domain, so that they can optimize the experience of the patients they serve. Several resources like the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Code of Ethics and Code of Rules,and the framework offered by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), can provide foundationsof knowledge upon which these skills can be developed.It’s important that academic institutions and healthcare organizations cultivate positive relationships so they canwork together to develop imaging professionals that both can be proud of. Both parties should believe thatdeveloping a graduate student, who can ultimately develop into a competent and compassionate caregiver, isthe definition of success.Join us in congratulating these lucky winners! AHRA Education Foundation Raffle Winner, Day 3That’s a wrap on the Education Foundation Raffle — special thanks to all who donated! Winner: Christy Keller Prize: AHRA 2025 Annual Meeting VIP Experience (complimentary registration, hotel and VIP transportation fromthe airport to the event)Hot Spot Raffle Winners, Day 3 There’s one more chance to win Hot Spot prizes! Be sure to visit the Gathering Place and keep an eye out for thechosen Hot Spot booth. Have your business card ready for drawings with cash prizes.Winners: Antonio Rael, Lisa WoodBy Derek Taylor, MBA, R.T. (R,MR), CRA Congratulations to yesterday’s CRA® textbook raffle winnerRita DiLeo! Not a Certified Radiology Administrator yet? Stop by the CRA booth in the Gathering Place and learn how toenter the next drawing for your own set of textbooks. Pictured from left to right in the Gathering Place is Tricia Trammell,CRA, Rita DiLeo (winner), Carrie Stiles York, CRA.

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What an awesome keynote speaker we had this Tuesday! Pete Smith, bestselling author of “Dare to Matter,”brought the house down with his funny take on radiology professionals. As radiology leaders, we are faced with many challenges — but at the end of the day, he shared that caring forpeople, those we serve as patients and as team members, is what keeps us going. Who we are, what we do, andhow we show up matters most. Pete shared his story as a stroke survivor. While he was actively having a stroke, he didn’t think whether he hadbeen successful or not, or if he was happy. His thoughts went to questions like “Did I live?” and “Did I matter?” Fortunately, he fully recovered from his stroke, which had resulted in paralysis and loss of speech. He sharedwhat he learned from this — what unites us as humans is to know that who we are and what we do reallymatter. Pete walked us through his six pillars to significance, sharing a model of how who we are and what we do canlead to a significant life.Key lessons learned include:We always have a choice. We own every aspect of our lives, so choose optimism, humility, and to be better.Choosing optimism provides health benefits, while choosing humility means, “It starts with me, but it is notabout me.” Choosing better should be our focus so we continue to move forward rather than getting caughtup in trying to be perfect.We need to be rooted in our identity and take a stand. What do you stand for? If you allow feelings tolead to actions, to lead to identity, shift that order to identity that leads to actions, which leads to feelings. Asleaders, we lead. Regardless of where you are, what you’re doing, or who you’re with, as a leader, you lead.We need to address our fears. What fears prevent you from doing something? Pete invited one of our ownAHRA members, Jamie Coder, to work on her fear of public speaking in front of all of us, and she did anawesome job! As humans, we’re often not fearful of the task itself, but of being judged or rejected. Byacknowledging our fears and having the courage to face them, we open ourselves to new goals,opportunities, and making a difference.Letting go is good. Adopt a next play mentality. When something happens, good or bad, ask what role youplayed in it, why it matters, and where you’ll go from here. Then let it go to move forward. If you cannot let goof being 100% right, you will be 100% stuck.Embrace the crazy and take intentional risks. Attempt something great. When asked “Why?” say “Whynot?” Give yourself and your teams an opportunity to thrive and a chance to be great!If we trust and follow this process, we will impact others. We will have better communication, positiveculture, elevated engagement, greater accountability, effective leadership, better decisions, deeperrelationships, and higher performance.Now isn’t that what we as radiology leaders want for our teams, our industry, and our future? Let’s live, beimpactful, have unapologetic pursuits of significance, and matter more!By Michelle, PhD, R.T.(R), CRASpecial Thanks to TheTuesday Sponsor

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As an attendee at the 2024 Annual Meeting, I never imagined I would find myself standing onstage during PeteSmith’s keynote, "Dare to Matter: The Unapologetic Pursuit to Matter More." Yet, there I was, chosen from thecrowd to share my journey and overcome one of my greatest fears — public speaking.My name is Jamie Coder, MHA, R.T.(R), CRA, and I volunteered to come up on stage because I’ve been on a longjourney of slowly cutting away my anxiety around public speaking. Yes, this may surprise you because, as most ofyou are aware, I do not have a fear of talking.When Pete issued his challenge, I saw it as an opportunity to do something for myself and a step towardsubmitting a presentation proposal for the 2025 Annual Meeting. However, my initial reaction to getting selectedwas full of terror. The high anxiety I experience with public speaking, coupled with my fear of rejection, made themoment overwhelming.While I was on stage with Pete, he gave me three gifts: his book, $20, and — most impactful of all — the standingovation from the crowd. Hearing the wonderful audience cheering for me gave me a positive moment ofaffirmation to hang on to, and to continue to think about when I get the opportunity to present in the future. Itwas a powerful reminder that I have the strength to stop judging myself and embrace the opportunities thatcome my way. I am currently drafting and refining a session about the importance of being more human as leaders, one that Ihope to showcase for all of you in the future. My focus is on building teams by putting them in positions to besuccessful and safe, even allowing them to take your place at times. Taking your place doesn’t mean replacingyou — it means giving your staff the resources and knowledge they need to execute on your behalf or becomeleaders in their own right. I want to help humanize leaders and show that true leadership is about empoweringothers.Pete’s challenge and the support from the AHRA community has given me the confidence to move forward withmy goals. I look forward to contributing more to AHRA and continuing my journey toward embracing my abilitiesas a leader and speaker. Thank you to everyone who has supported me — I can’t wait to see what the futureholds.By Jamie Coder, MHA, R.T.(R), CRA

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