The University of Iowa Radiation Sciences

10/07/2025

⭐Staff Spotlight⭐
Carissa Klosterman, RDMS, RVT

Carissa's Sonography journey:
She was first exposed to the world of ultrasound from a family friend sonographer. The more research and observation she did, the more fascinated with the concept of ultrasound. At the time, she felt like it was a hidden gem that was outside of the world of nursing.

Why did Carissa choose to work at University of Iowa Health Care?
For the incredible reputation of sonographers and radiologists. "Surrounding yourself with talented, positive, and driven people only will enhance your work life and allow you to become a better sonographer. The U of I offers great complex care to patients and their families that in order to be the best, you surround yourself with patients and studies that only challenge you to become the best. Its non-stop learning and the complexity of exams and procedures have allowed me to grow tremendously."

Current position:
Carissa currently work at the University of Iowa, Radiology Ultrasound department performing general exams on pediatric and adult patients. She performs a variety of exams from small parts, abdominal, musculoskeletal, vascular, and helps assist with many different ultrasound guided procedures.

Thank you for all you do, Carissa!

10/02/2025

🎉Scholarship Reception🎉

Yesterday we celebrated the 2025 Scot Heery scholarship and Margaret L. Hatch scholarship recipients.

Scot Heery recipients:
Jane Collum-Radiation Therapy
Skylar Etten-Nuclear Medicine Technology
Aubrey Keiser- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Lexi Norris-Radiation Therapy

Margaret L Hatch recipient:
Tiffany Klatt-Radiology Technology & MRI

Thank you to:

🟡The anonymous donor whose gift makes the Scot Heery Scholarship available to the Radiation Sciences students.

🟡Cheryl Heery & members of the Scholarship Selection committee for supporting Scot's memory.

🟡Margaret Hatch for endowing a portion of her estate to the University of Iowa. This gift is available to 2nd year RT students.

🟡The University of Iowa Center for Advancement

🟡Dr. Policeni for presenting the awards.

10/01/2025

🌊Waves for Days🌊

Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month (MUAM) is held annually in October to increase awareness of diagnostic medical sonography and the role sonographers play in healthcare.

Thank you sonographers for your hard work and dedication to the field.

In celebration, we will spotlight a few current staff, students and alumni throughout the month.

09/23/2025

2nd in the U.S. to have this PET/MR scanner!

We are thrilled to share that our PET/MR scanner, the Biograph One, was delivered yesterday! Iowa is only the 2nd site in the U.S. to implement this state-of-the-art scanner. It will enhance patient access to advanced molecular imaging and offer exciting opportunities for translational and clinical research, especially in the areas of oncology and neurology.

Special thanks to those who've worked diligently to plan the projects; in particular, Drs. Ananya Panda and Stephen Graves.

University of Iowa Health Care

08/28/2025

Welcome the Nuclear Medicine Technology
Class of 2027!

08/27/2025

Help us welcome the Radiation Therapy Class of 2027!

08/26/2025

Welcome Radiologic Technology students!
2-year track-Class of 2027
3-year track-Class of 2028

08/25/2025

We are pleased to welcome the Diagnostic Medical Sonography class of 2028!

08/25/2025

Welcome back, Radiation Sciences & NMT students!

Here's to a semester full of learning & growth!

08/22/2025

Meet the DMS Educators!
⭐Director, Stephanie Ellingson, MS, RDMS, RDCS, RVT, RT(R)
⭐Clinical Coordinator, Hannah Kelly, MS, RT(R), RDMS, RVT
⭐Educator, Kristy Crow, MHPTT, RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE
⭐Educator, Zach Larson, BS, RDCS

The DMS Educators are passionate about teaching students to see with sound!

08/20/2025

Please welcome Zach Larson, BS, RDCS
Zach is our new Radiation Sciences Educator in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) Program.
We are excited to have Zach join the team!