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Doli Patel
  • PAAH
  • Class of 2015
  • Hohenwald, TN

Columbia State Honors Doli Patel as a Radiologic Technology Graduate

2015 May 14

Columbia State Community College honored Doli Patel of Hohenwald as a radiologic technology graduate in a pinning ceremony Saturday, May 9.

"It has been a joy to work with the members of the radiologic technology class of 2015. This has been an exceptional group of students and I am confident they will all go on to do great things, as they have persevered and made it to this day of celebration," said Nancy Hopper, director and assistant professor of the radiologic technology program. "I am certain I can speak for all faculty members when I say we are extremely proud of each one of them."

Program graduates must take and pass the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists board licensure exam in order to secure employment. Currently, the 5-year average first-attempt pass rate for Columbia State is 93 percent, which is above the five-year national average pass rate of 91 percent.

"In the big scheme of medicine, medical imaging is responsible for providing the diagnostic information required for planning care in ways which improve patient outcomes," said Dr. Kae Fleming, dean of Columbia State health sciences division and professor of radiologic technology. "These students have chosen a path which offers a perfect blend of patient care and technology."

Columbia State's radiologic technology program is a rigorous 22-month program in which students learn imaging science in order to become a radiographer and work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, doctors' offices, and other healthcare facilities.

Upon completion of the program, graduates are qualified to produce images of patients' internal structures for use in diagnosing medical problems. Hopper said some will enter the workforce right away while others will pursue advanced degrees and certifications.

For additional information about the radiologic technology program at Columbia State, visit www.ColumbiaState.edu/radiology.