Genny Sandon

MSc Radiography:

"Hi my name is Genny Sandon and I teach CT Head Reporting, Cross Sectional Anatomy, Computed Tomography, Intravenous Cannulation for Radiographers, and Advanced Practice Radiographer. I’m currently the MSc Radiography course director."

Below, Genny answers all of your questions about what research she has conducted at the university and advice she has to anyone who is currently thinking of applying for the MSc Radiography course.

How did you get into teaching?

I always enjoyed teaching students, radiographers, nurses and doctors as part of my clinical post as a superintendent radiographer in Computed Tomography and this led to part-time lecturing at university gradually increasing over years to my current role.

What research have you conducted?

I have published articles and defended posters at national conference about the changing role of the CT (Computed Tomography) radiographer. I carry out medico legal research as part of my role as an expert witness for the College of Radiographers. I am currently involved in research regarding patients receiving informed consent within radiography.  I have also been involved in the approval of MSc radiography education courses in Estonia, and other Baltic countries. 

Has this made a difference?

Yes.  Promotion of advanced practice within the radiography profession has enabled improved patient care and cost savings to the health service.  More importantly this promotes career enhancement and satisfaction within the radiography profession.

What can you offer to student on the course?

I am able to share my expertise in CT head reporting, computed tomography, cross sectional anatomy and many other aspects of radiography advanced practice.

What is your greatest success/achievement?

I was awarded Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy in 2017.  This was in recognition of my work in the promotion of post graduate education in radiography both here and abroad.

What are your future goals/aspirations?

I am currently involved in researching the issue of informed consent for patients receiving intravenous contrast media and would like to publish this research in the near future. 

Is there anything else you’d like prospective postgraduate students to know?

As a qualified diagnostic or radiotherapy radiographer or healthcare professional you will know how demanding and yet rewarding your profession can be.  All our courses are part-time and designed to be studied at the same time as working within your clinical role.  You will meet and share experiences of experts in radiography advanced practice and there is a choice of  studying stand-alone modules, PG Certificates, PG Diplomas, and full Masters in Radiography.   We aim to provide academic awards in an extensive range of radiography skills.  The course offers a wide choice of subjects from CT, MRI, Cross sectional anatomy, Leadership, Research, Radiographer reporting in Musculoskeletal, Chest, Abdomen and CT head scans.  Or, if you have a particular niche area of interest, you can also study our Open Module which can be any area of advanced practice of choice.