The concept of Synergy Through Connection is a very fitting theme for this year’s OAMRS Education Summit. In a time when we feel discouraged, overwhelmed, isolated, and cut-off from each other, it is more important than ever that we come together in the only way we can(virtually) and reconnect not only through education but through our major commonality, our profession.

We are front-line healthcare heroes working hard together to care for and provide quality diagnostic imaging services for not only COVID-19 patients, but for all patients. I myself, am a licensed MRT (Medical Radiation Technologist) working on the frontlines in an acute care hospital in Northwestern Ontario. On a daily basis, we experience fear, anxiety, frustration, and exhaustion on the inside, while maintaining professionalism, collaboration, empathy, passion for our jobs, and providing excellent patient care. It’s important to remember that we are not alone in this. We are stronger together, and we will overcome these ever-changing challenges.

Thank you to the OAMRS for providing this special education opportunity while advocating and renewing pride for our profession.