DANVILLE, Va, (May 24, 2010) - Danville Regional Medical Center’s School of Health Professions Radiologic Technology Program recently gained a full re-accreditation from the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV).

The Radiologic Technology Program began in 2003 and is a competitive, two-year program that trains full-time students to work as radiologic technologists.  Radiologic technologists perform diagnostic x-ray procedures in a variety of clinical settings, including hospitals, clinics and primary care settings.

“We take pride in providing an excellent education for our students,” said Kevin Murray, Director of the Radiologic Technology Program. “Our classroom and clinical training allow students access to the most advanced curriculum and technology available.”

In the report issuing the re-accreditation, SCHEV noted that it was very impressed with the organizational quality of the records maintenance, which allowed the auditors to inspect the program efficiently. They were also impressed with the high level of dedication the staff and instructors commit to ensure the program is effective and provides the best possible training for the students. The report commended the program on an “outstanding level of student satisfaction.”

“This re-accreditation is a testimonial to the hardworking staff and faculty in the Radiologic Technology Program,” said Eric Deaton, CEO of Danville Regional. “Our dedicated students are prepared to serve patients here at Danville Regional and beyond when they complete the program.”

Danville Regional is the leading medical center in the Dan River Region of Virginia and North Carolina, providing open heart surgery and advanced cancer treatment. Approximately 140 physicians are on the medical staff. The medical center employs approximately 1,200 people.