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THE Association of Radiographers of Nigeria (ARN), Lagos Branch, has called on healthcare professionals, especially radiographers to be engaged in practices that promote and uphold integrity of the profession.
Mrs Opeoluwa Oduwole, ARN Chairman, gave the advice at a lecture organised by the Association in commemoration of the 2024 World Radiography Day (WRD) on Friday in Lagos.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that WRD had the theme: “Promoting the Profession: A Clarion Call To All Radiographers”.
The day is celebrated annually on Nov. 8 to mark the anniversary of the discovery of X-ray.
Oduwole said it was a clarion call to all radiographers to practice the profession with pride, honor, dedication and empathy for the good of humanity.
According to her, it is the wish of ARN Lagos State Branch to establish a “State of Art Diagnostic Facility” where mantra of quality service delivery, compassion and empathy to patients are to be showcased to all.
“Radiography is a profession far more driven by technology than any other. As technology is rapidly evolving, so is radiography expanding in scope of deployment for improved healthcare services.
“The introduction and infusion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in medical imaging has opened new vista in radiography practice and need for adaptation.
“We are, therefore, all enjoined to brace up for these ever-evolving dynamic changes as technology has become part of every aspect of our lives,” Oduwole said.
A past president of the association, Prince Ayodele Okhiria, identified networking, multidisciplinary teams, identifying with fellows and collaboration with other professions as some of the ways to promote the profession.
Okhiria, also a keynote speaker at the programme, urged the radiographers to promote the ethics and conducts of the profession in all their dealings, particularly when dealing with the patients.
According to him, to become a professional in radiography discipline requires the individual to be registered and licensed by the association and the regulatory body of the profession.
Speaking, the Chairman of the Occasion, Dame Adebisi Olufon, said radiation was a very vital component of medicine in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
She also urged radiographers to be good ambassadors of the profession.
According to her, to get the accurate results without medical error, the dispensation of the ionising radiation should be done by certified, qualified and practicing radiographer.
The Chairman WRD 2024, Mr Christian Onyekelu, said that the theme underscored the collective responsibility to advance and showcase the invaluable work of radiography.
According to him, radiography is more than just taking images; it’s about providing compassionate care, ensuring patient safety and contributing to life-changing diagnoses.
“We are the guardians of radiation protection, the advocates for best practices and the champions of quality imaging.
“As we promote our profession, let’s remember that we are highly skilled professionals, adept in cut-edge technology and committed to lifelong learning,” he said.(NAN)
Photo Caption: Participants at ARN’s lecture to mark 2024 World Radiography Day on Friday in Lagos
9th November, 2024.
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