Frances H. Gilman, MS, RT(R)(CT)(MR)(CV),
Appointed Chair Of JCHP Department Of Diagnostic Imaging

December 1, 2003 - Philadelphia, PA - Frances H. Gilman, MS, RT(R)(CT)(MR)(CV), has been approved by the Thomas Jefferson University Board of Trustees to fill the position of chair, JCHP Department of Diagnostic Imaging, effective December 1, 2003. Ms. Gilman has been acting chair of the department since Dr. Gary Sayed's departure in March, 2003.

Ms. Gilman has been a faculty member at Thomas Jefferson University since September, 1993. She was named program director, Radiography in 1998 and program drector, Invasive Cardiovascular Technology in 2001. During this time, Ms. Gilman has been instrumental in both the development and implementation of the MRI and CT curriculum. Highly regarded by her peers, students consistently rate her as an outstanding teacher and mentor, reflecting her dedication to the field and to student excellence.

Prior teaching experience includes serving as an instructor at Community College of Philadelphia and Northeastern University in Boston. Ms. Gilman has also held positions as chief technologist at Boston City and University Hospital and imaging systems specialist at Agfa-Gevaert Rex, Inc. in Ridgefield, NJ. Ms. Gilman received her Master of Science in Health Administration from St. Joseph's University in Philadelphia and her Bachelor of Science in Health Administration from Northeastern University in Boston.

According to James B. Erdmann, JCHP Dean, "The length and breadth of her experience in the program areas of the department and her demonstrated management skills make her an ideal choice for the position. We look forward to working with Fran as she pursues new program development for the department. Please join me in congratulating Fran as she assumes this new level of responsibility for the leadership of the JCHP Department of Diagnostic Imaging."

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