Rate My Professor Jane Shepherdson

Jane Shepherdson serves as the Program Director for the Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science at the University of South Australia, now integrated into Adelaide University following the merger with the University of Adelaide. In this role, she leads the medical radiation science programs, including medical imaging courses. She is listed as the contact for courses such as Medical Imaging Science 301 and related programs offered through UniSA Online. As a lecturer associated with the School of Health Sciences, she contributes to education in medical radiation practice. Jane Shepherdson has been actively involved in professional development and conference organization, co-convening the ASMIRT/AACRT 2019 conference held in Adelaide. She has served on the accreditation committee of the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia, contributing to standards in the field. Her scholarly contributions include co-authorship on publications addressing key issues in medical imaging. Notable works are 'Gen Z' set to 'rise and shine': Implications for educators and the profession, published in the Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences in 2016 with Denise Ogilvie, discussing generational changes in student cohorts and their impact on medical radiation education. Another significant publication is The effectiveness of interventions to reduce anxiety, claustrophobia, sedation and non-completion rates of patients undergoing high technology medical imaging, a systematic review co-authored with Vicki Alacia Elliott and Patrick C Brennan. She has also contributed to Interventions to reduce anxiety, distress and the need for sedation in adult patients undergoing magnetic resonance imaging: A systematic review. These works examine strategies to improve patient experience during advanced imaging procedures like MRI and CT scans. Additionally, her involvement extends to audits such as the appropriateness of CT cervical spine scan requesting in emergency departments. Through these efforts, Jane Shepherdson has influenced patient-centered care and educational practices in medical radiation science.