NMRTC Bethesda recognizes radiologic technologists during National Radiologic Technology Week

Official Statements

• Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Bethesda, November 13: “By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alec Kramer BETHESDA, Md. - Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Bethesda recognized radiologic technologists during National Radiologic Technology Week at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Nov. 13, 2026. The observance celebrated personnel who support patient care through diagnostic imaging and work across a range of shifts to meet patients’ needs. Radiologic technologists provide imaging that helps clinical providers assess patients and determine appropriate care.”

• Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Bethesda, November 13: “Radiology is a big part of patient care,” said Army Spc. Yesenia Alejandro, a radiology specialist and vice president of the radiology committee. “We’re the very first step to get any type of diagnosis.” Patients arriving at the emergency room may receive imaging such as computerized tomography scans, ultrasounds or X-rays to help providers identify injuries or medical conditions, Alejandro said.”

• Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Bethesda, November 13: “When people come into the ER, most of the time they’re going to get some type of scan,” Alejandro said. “That’s going to help the doctors diagnose or figure out what’s going on.” The observance provided an opportunity to recognize radiologic technologists for their contributions to patient care and bring together personnel who normally work varied schedules. “It gives a boost of morale and keeps up the energy,” Alejandro said. “We finally get to get together because everybody works different shifts, and this brings us all together.”

• Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Bethesda, November 13: “Hospitalman 3rd Class Armando Velasco, the public service representative for the Radiologic Technology Week committee, said the celebration helped reinforce the sense of community among the department’s staff. “Everybody has their own difficulties going on through life, but when they come to work, I believe that these kinds of events help bring a sense of family, peace and love,” Velasco said. “It helps people want to come to work, want to say hi to their coworkers and want to make things better for everybody else.”

• Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Bethesda, November 13: “For Velasco, the event was also a chance to show appreciation for personnel who support the department’s mission around the clock. “This week means a lot because I’m a big people person, and I love to see people smiling and happy,” Velasco said. “These people deserve it. They work long, hard shifts - nights, swing shifts and mornings - and they deserve the very best.” The celebration also acknowledged a specialty whose work may occur outside the public view but remains essential to clinical care.”

• Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Bethesda, November 13: “We can get lost in the background,” Alejandro said. “This brings attention to us and reminds everybody of the role we play in the hospital.” NMRTC Bethesda’s mission is to maximize warfighter performance through optimized medical readiness tailored to operational requirements; enhance the readiness of the medical force to sustain expeditionary medical capability; and train and develop the Navy Medicine Force.”