Continual advances in medicine and medical technology have introduced a greater risk of exposure to ionizing radiation for occupational workers. This has increased the need for effective radiation monitoring services which are a key component of a compliant, well-run radiation safety program. The problem for most new radiation safety officers is the sheer number of […] The post The 3 Best Personnel Dosimeters: Which Should You Choose? appeared first on Versant Medical Physics and Radiation Safety ..read more

If you’re struggling to effectively manage the complex, ever-shifting responsibilities of a radiation safety program, we have a solution. Odyssey is a proprietary SaaS product designed by radiation safety experts for radiation safety professionals. It has transformed the way RSOs, EHS specialists, medical physicists, and healthcare professionals manage their programs, with an emphasis on streamlined […] The post Odyssey Software: How to Buy in 6 Easy Steps appeared first on Versant Medical Physics and Radiation Safety ..read more

The radium girls taught us a great deal about the radioactive element radium and its effect on the human body. It brought to light the dangers of working with radium and created a universal understanding of the need for occupational and radiation safety measures. The post What the Radium Girls Taught Us About Radiation Safety appeared first on Versant Medical Physics and Radiation Safety ..read more

The more time a person spends outdoors the more their body is exposed to Ultraviolet (UV) radiation. UV radiation, a form of non-ionizing radiation, is invisible to the human eye and cannot be felt. It can cause severe skin damage and lead to the development of skin cancer. The post Ultraviolet Radiation: How to Protect Yourself appeared first on Versant Medical Physics and Radiation Safety ..read more

Brachytherapy is a procedure that involves placing radioactive material sources inside the body, either directly inside or next to a tumor. The post Radiation Safety and Brachytherapy Procedures appeared first on Versant Medical Physics and Radiation Safety ..read more

Join us for this week’s edition of our Odyssey How To series with Odyssey Implementation Analyst Katelyn Waters. We discuss how to carry out certain functions of the Document Library module and answer some of your frequently asked questions. Odyssey is a radiation safety software suite designed to help RSOs, EHS managers, and Radiation Safety […] The post Odyssey “How To” Series: Document Library Module appeared first on Versant Medical Physics and Radiation Safety ..read more

At Versant Physics, we provide a wide range of diagnostic medical physics services that help healthcare facilities safely and effectively execute procedures for the health and well-being of their patients. Our goal is to help facilities ensure their patients are protected from excessive levels of radiation and that diagnostic equipment is working appropriately, all while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations. The post Diagnostic Medical Physics in Medicine: Why It’s Important appeared first on Versant Medical Physics and Radiation Safety ..read more

Dental x-rays are important for maintaining an individual’s optimal oral health. Like with any x-ray procedure, there are radiation safety principles that have been put in place to protect both patients and dentistry professionals. Why are Dental X-rays Important? Dental x-rays are an essential part of maintaining a healthy jaw and teeth. This diagnostic tool […] The post X-Rays and Radiation Safety Principles in Dentistry appeared first on Versant Medical Physics and Radiation Safety ..read more

The purpose of a radiation protection survey is to identify higher-than-normal doses of radiation in medical environments, labs, and anywhere radiation-emitting machines or RAM are used. In this brief guide we’ll talk about what a radiation protection survey is, why it is important, and the type of equipment required to perform a radiation protection survey. The post A Beginner’s Guide to Radiation Protection Surveys appeared first on Versant Medical Physics and Radiation Safety ..read more

Basic radiation protection guidelines can be summed up in three simple concepts: time, distance, and shielding. While both limiting the time spent and increasing the proximity to an ionizing radiation source is something that lies within the power of the individual, shielding and X-ray room design require careful planning and execution by the facility or Radiation Safety Officer. The post The Basics of Radiation Shielding in Medicine appeared first on Versant Medical Physics and Radiation Safety ..read more