Cat Scan Guru Podcast

This week on the podcast, I share insights on why new CT technologists often feel lost after training and how to bridge the gap between training and the education piece needed in-between. I discuss site-specific workflows, the importance of understanding the 'whys' behind protocols, and introduce the upcoming 12-week CT Tech Academy that I've created.

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On the podcast this week, I talk about five main concepts I would teach you if you were my student. I discuss how scanning important these concepts are before a new CT technologist learns how to scan.

The CT Tech Academy 12 Week Training Program

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Dominate Your CT Training FREE Masterclass:

https://karinnahoganllc.myflodesk.com/dominateyourcttraining

Connect with me:

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On the podcast this week, I talk about how your preceptor that is training you as a new CT technologist isn't the problem when learning CT, it's the system that is not set up correctly to set them up for success.

Dominate Your CT Training FREE Masterclass:

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The CT Tech Academy

CT Without the Guess Work Course Bundle

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This episode tackles why new CT technologists often don’t feel like CT technologists yet, even after completing training. Karinna breaks down the real reasons behind the lack of confidence: inadequate training, constant second-guessing, fear of mistakes, feeling behind, imposter syndrome, and being expected to perform independently before they’re truly prepared.

She challenges the “just push the buttons” approach to CT education and explains why competence comes from structured education, repetition, practice, and support, not simply surviving your training period. The episode also introduces the CT Tech Academy and CT Without the Guesswork as resources designed to give new technologists the structure and confidence they need to succeed.

Dominate Your CT Training FREE Masterclass:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHeSoRV93Yng

The CT Tech Academy

CT Without the Guess Work Course Bundle

https://linktr.ee/catscanguru

Connect with me:

Email: [email protected]

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This week on the podcast, I introduce a series for this month where I talk about the conversations no one is having in CT. I discuss the steps to question a CT protocol and how put this into practice while training.

Dominate Your CT Training FREE Masterclass:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHeSoRV93Yng

The CT Tech Academy:

https://linktr.ee/catscanguru

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Email: [email protected]

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My second brand: The Woman After

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On the podcast this week, I talk about the skills that as a new CT technologist needs and should be taught. I talk about the struggles a CT technologist starting their training in CT face and some tips to help them succeed in their training.

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This week on the podcast, I talk about many comments and DMs that I receive daily on the CT technologists struggling and only getting 8 to 10 weeks of CT training. I discus on this advice fails, what new CT technologists need and how a training program should be implemented in departments.

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In this episode, I break down one of the most misunderstood concepts in CT: Raw data vs. Image data.

You'll learn what raw data is, how it's used to create reformats, MIPs, and 3D images, why raw data is automatically deleted from CT systems, and what happens when it's no longer available. I also discuss image data, storage management, and important tips for preventing accidental deletion of studies.

Whether you're a new CT technologist or looking to strengthen your CT fundamentals, this episode provides a simple explanation of how scan data is acquired, stored, and reconstructed.

Topics Covered:
• Raw Data vs. Image Data
• CT Reconstructions and 3D Imaging
• CT Storage Management
• Common CT Workflow Considerations
• CT Education for New Technologists

Tik Tok video on Raw vs. Image data: https://www.tiktok.com/@catscanguru/video/7628342439903776014?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7498290442167076394

The CT Tech Survival System:

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In this episode, I share my journey from X-ray student to CT technologist, leader, educator, content creator, and founder of the CT Tech Survival System.

I discuss how I got started in CT over 23 years ago, the challenges of learning CT when structured training programs didn't exist, and how those experiences inspired me to create educational resources for new CT technologists today.

Whether you're a student, cross-training into CT, or a new technologist looking for guidance, this episode will remind you that everyone starts somewhere and that confidence comes through learning, growth, and experience.

The CT Tech Survival System:

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In this episode of the Cat Scan Guru Podcast, Karinna Hogan breaks down the real difference between an average CT technologist and a strong CT technologist and why skilldevelopment, confidence, and critical thinking matter in this field.

Karinna shares personal insights from her own CT journey while discussing the importance of continuous learning, quick decision-making, and understanding the “why” behind every protocol and exam.

Strong technologists are built through repetition, education, critical thinking, and experience. The goal is not just to pass boards. The goal is to become the technologist peopletrust when things go wrong.

Core CT Protocols Guide and Scan Smart Pocket Guide Bundle: A collection of common exams for new CTtechnologists to master in their CT training.

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