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This episode we discusses the importance of mentorship, integrity, and community in the biomedical engineering field with guests Javier Valdez and Rene Torres. They celebrate their companies' milestones, share insights on apprenticeship programs, and reflect on the growth and future challenges in the industry. The conversation emphasizes the need for new technicians to embrace discomfort, seek support, and strive for excellence in their careers.

Chapters
02:59 The Importance of Mentorship and Training
05:39 Building the Future: Apprenticeship Programs
08:46 The Role of Integrity in Biomedical Services
12:00 Reflecting on Growth and Future Challenges
14:34 Creating a Legacy in the Biomedical Field
17:57 Advice for New Technicians
20:45 The Importance of Community and Support
23:54 Looking Ahead: Opportunities and Challenges in 2026

*To learn more about i Serve https://www.iservebiomedical.com/

Bearded University

Do you have a CBET, CHTM, CRES certification to maintain? Then check out the link to watch select episodes of the show and get issued an ACI approved CEU certificate. https://www.beardedbiomed.com/beardedceus

Ohms Law Foundation

Dedicated to supporting the next generation of Biomedical Equipment Technicians through scholarships, certification support, mentorship, and outreach. You can get involved by making a direct donation, purchasing apparel, or reaching out to partner with us to support the HTM community. Check out our interactive maps of biomed colleges, apprenticeship programs, and HTM associations at https://ohmslawfoundation.org

A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors!
We deeply appreciate the support of our incredible sponsors, who are dedicated to empowering and creating opportunities for biomedical professionals striving to grow in their careers. Be sure to explore the links below to learn more about how they can help you take the next step in your journey.

🔹 College of Biomedical Equipment Technology – https://.cbet.edu
🔹 Uptime Health – https://uptimehealth.com
🔹 Capital i – https://capitali.us/bearded
🔹 AAMI – https://www.aami.org

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Big news lands at the Uptime Dental Summit: we’re bringing the Dental Summit into AAMI Exchange with a full-on dental pavilion, on-floor education, and a technical training space designed to grow into a robust dental track. Not just a bigger stage—this is a smarter way to connect dental servicing with HTM, where sterilization, imaging, PM, and patient safety already overlap every day.

We talk through why this matters now. Dental practices are consolidating, health systems are integrating dental care, and in-office tech like CBCT is changing decisions in real time. That means higher expectations for uptime, cybersecurity, and standards—and a clearer career path for biomeds who want to specialize. Vendors are ready, the community is eager, and the opportunity is huge: millions of devices across independent practices, plus equipment inside hospitals and federal systems.

We also clear up recurring misconceptions about AAMI. We’re a neutral convener across multiple verticals, not a lobbying shop for a single profession. That neutrality brings regulators, manufacturers, providers, and service pros to the same table to build consensus standards and practical guidance. Certifications update on a five-year cycle, add domains like cybersecurity as job tasks evolve, and CEUs are accessible through free webinars and collaborative programming with regional associations. Volunteers are the engine—we provide the platform: meeting space, studio access, collaboration tools, and an upcoming website with integrated feeds and document workflows so good ideas move faster.

Do you have a CBET, CHTM, CRES certification to maintain? Then check out Bearded Biomed University to watch select episodes of the show and get issued an ACI approved CEU certificate. https://www.beardedbiomed.com/beardedceus

The Ohm’s Law Foundation is dedicated to supporting the next generation of Biomedical Equipment Technicians through scholarships, certification support, mentorship, and outreach. You can get involved by making a direct donation, purchasing apparel, or reaching out to partner with us to support the HTM community. Check out our interactive maps of biomed colleges, apprenticeship programs, and HTM associations at https://ohmslawfoundation.org

A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors!
We deeply appreciate the support of our incredible sponsors, who are dedicated to empowering and creating opportunities for biomedical professionals striving to grow in their careers. Be sure to explore the links below to learn more about how they can help you take the next step in your journey.

🔹 College of Biomedical Equipment Technology – https://.cbet.edu
🔹 Uptime Health – https://uptimehealth.com
🔹 Capital i – https://capitali.us/bearded
🔹 AAMI – https://www.aami.org

Watch the video podcast on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLisOVWzYA0rq9UrYCz7fU7HNBjXgwc8DG

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In this episode, Chace Torres welcomes Alan Moretti to discuss the evolving landscape of radiation oncology and the introduction of a new training program aimed at enhancing the skills of technicians in the field. They explore the challenges faced in the healthcare technology management (HTM) sector, particularly in radiation oncology, and the importance of education and training in addressing these challenges. The conversation highlights a new partnership between ROS, CBET, and Linux Technologies, which aims to provide a structured training curriculum for technicians. The episode also delves into the financial aspects of training, the day-to-day responsibilities of technicians, and the growing need for skilled professionals in the linear accelerator space.

Linear Accelerators Introductory Course

https://cbet.edu/b2b-linear-accelerator-level-2-training/

Linear Accelerators Beginner Course

https://cbet.edu/cbet-b2b-services/

Linear Accelerator Training (Prerequisites: Introductory & Beginning)

https://cbet.edu/b2b-linear-accelerator-level-3-training/

ROS (Radiology Oncology Systems)

https://www.oncologysystems.com/

RSEA (Radio Therapy Service Engineers Association)
https://linaceng.org/

Bearded University

Do you have a CBET, CHTM, CRES certification to maintain? Then check out the link to watch select episodes of the show and get issued an ACI approved CEU certificate. https://www.beardedbiomed.com/beardedceus

Ohms Law Foundation

Dedicated to supporting the next generation of Biomedical Equipment Technicians through scholarships, certification support, mentorship, and outreach. You can get involved by making a direct donation, purchasing apparel, or reaching out to partner with us to support the HTM community. Check out our interactive maps of biomed colleges, apprenticeship programs, and HTM associations at https://ohmslawfoundation.org

A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors!
We deeply appreciate the support of our incredible sponsors, who are dedicated to empowering and creating opportunities for biomedical professionals striving to grow in their careers. Be sure to explore the links below to learn more about how they can help you take the next step in your journey.

🔹 College of Biomedical Equipment Technology – https://.cbet.edu
🔹 Uptime Health – https://uptimehealth.com
🔹 Capital i – https://capitali.us/bearded
🔹 AAMI – https://www.aami.org

Watch the video podcast on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLisOVWzYA0rq9UrYCz7fU7HNBjXgwc8DG