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Ever wondered about the inner workings of the healthcare technology management (HTM) industry? Our guest for this episode, Allison Woolford, MS, CBET a biomedical equipment specialist and team lead at Duke University Hospital, gives us an inside look. Allison is a powerful example of perseverance and dedication; In the last 18+ years she’s navigated her way from a lab technician role at the American Red Cross, through a stint as a ninth-grade earth science teacher, to her current position at Duke University Hospital.

Allison shares her experiences working with cutting-edge healthcare technology and the importance of communication within this field. She provides a comprehensive look into her work, including her dealings with anesthesia machines, and the necessary collaboration between IT and HTM professionals. She talks about her goals, such as her pursuit of a Certified Healthcare Technology Management certification and her involvement in trade shows, giving us a true window into the life of a biomedical equipment specialist.

But Allison doesn’t stop at technology. She brings a unique perspective to the table as she discusses her transition from technician to adjunct professor at Durham Technical Community College. She provides a peek into the future of the HTM field and her personal mission to bridge the gap between HTM and IT education. We also get a glimpse of her role in assisting to expand the program with three new classes in the fall of 2024. The conversation wraps up with a reflection on the human side of the HTM industry, reminding us of the people behind the Medical Equipment she services and the importance of their work. Tune in for this enlightening discussion with a true trailblazer in the HTM industry.

This podcast is sponsored by The College Biomedical Equipment Technology. You can find out more information about this outstanding institution at CBET.EDU.

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