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Seizure First Aid: What Every EEG Technologist Should Know
As neurodiagnostic technologists, encountering a patient having a seizure in the lab can vary greatly depending on the setting. Technologists working in an Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) may witness seizures on a daily basis. In contrast, those in outpatient EEG labs may encounter this situation far less frequently. Regardless of frequency, knowing proper seizure first aid is essential to ensuring patient safety and maintaining confidence in critical moments. The goal of this
Roya Tompkins
1 day ago3 min read


Conference Benefits: Build Your Career in Neurodiagnostics
Attending professional conferences is one of the most valuable ways to grow as a neurodiagnostic technologist. Whether your focus is EEG, long-term monitoring, or sleep studies, conferences provide a unique opportunity to expand your skills, connect with peers, and stay current in a rapidly evolving field.
With access to continuing education (CEUs), networking opportunities, and exposure to the latest technologies, conference attendance is not just a trip—it is an investme
Roya Tompkins
Apr 293 min read


Neurodiagnostic Week 2026
It’s Neurodiagnostic Week! Seriously though…I think we need a whole month : ) For many of us in this field it feels like the Best Kept Secret in Healthcare! A career where you can work in a clinic, a hospital, an operating room or even from home. How is it that such a versatile and dynamic field can have such a large national shortage of qualified staff? For those working in the field we know how interesting and rewarding it is: That wow feeling when you turn on the machine
Roya Tompkins
Apr 222 min read


Registry Goals: At Your Own Pace
If this is the year you plan to sit for a board certification exam—or if earning a second registry is your goal—the most important thing to remember is this: pace yourself.
Roya Tompkins
Mar 112 min read


Technical Tips & Tricks Series: EEG Test Preparation
Whether your patient is scheduled for a Routine EEG or a Long-Term Video EEG — Test prep prior to the procedure can drastically improve the outcome of the recording.
The data obtained is only as good as the quality of the lead placement.
Roya Tompkins
Mar 42 min read


How to Be Successful in Remote EEG Monitoring
Remote EEG monitoring has become a critical component of modern neurodiagnostics, allowing for continuous patient observation without constant bedside presence. While technology enables this model, success in remote monitoring depends on the technologist, not the software alone.
Excelling in this role requires more than technical knowledge. Vigilance, communication, time management, and a disciplined workflow are essential to protecting patient safety and delivering meaningf
Dani Harris
Feb 253 min read


Neurodiagnostic Training: Preparing Specialists for Neurological Care
Neurodiagnostic training prepares healthcare professionals to evaluate the electrical activity of the brain and nervous system. These specialists play a critical role in diagnosing and monitoring a wide range of neurological conditions. As neurological care continues to grow in scope and complexity, high-quality training programs are essential to support diagnostic accuracy, patient safety, and clinical excellence.
Dani Harris
Feb 182 min read


Functional Neurologic Disorder (FND)
Functional Neurologic Disorder (FND) is a neurological condition caused by changes in how brain networks function, rather than by structural damage or disease within the brain itself. Although imaging and diagnostic tests are often normal, the symptoms experienced by individuals with FND are very real and can significantly interfere with daily life.
Roya Tompkins
Feb 112 min read


How Did I End Up Here? Michael Garcia, MBA, REEGT, CNIM
How did I get here… Well, probably like anyone else, this really didn’t feel like a straight path getting here. It probably never does! It was probably due to me just not knowing what I wanted to be when I “grew up”, but like others around my age, I really just fell into neuro-diagnostics. At 22, I was at the end of my collegiate life and realizing I needed to find a “real” job/career and really just needing something lined up when I graduated. I remember applying to almost
Mike Garcia
Jan 285 min read


My Journey as a Traveling Neuro Technician
"Being a traveling neurodiagnostic technician has been one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences of my life. Every day, I get to merge my passion for neurology with my love of new experiences, helping patients while traveling to their homes or nursing facilities."
Jennifer Tran
Jan 213 min read


Look To Your Mentors
Look to your mentors - If you don’t have one…you need one.
Roya Tompkins
Dec 17, 20251 min read


EEG in Epilepsy: Tuberous Sclerosis
Tuberous sclerosis is a rare genetic disease that causes non-cancerous tumors or lesions that grow in the brain and other areas of the body; including the eyes, lung, heart, kidneys, and skin.
Due to the lesions being located in the brain these patients can often be seen in our EEG labs receiving testing.
Roya Tompkins
Oct 22, 20251 min read


Technical Tips & Tricks Series: Pediatrics
Pediatric patients, as one would expect, take more time and definitely more patience; however, the importance of a quality recording remains the same and keeping that as our goal will help.
Roya Tompkins
Sep 24, 20252 min read


How Did I End Up Here? Callie Klotka, REEGT, CLTM
“My journey into neurodiagnostics didn’t begin in a classroom; it started in real life.”
From medical assisting to EEG leadership, Callie Klotka shares her story.
Callie Klotka
Sep 10, 20253 min read


ASET Conference Recap
Last month Neurodiagnostic professions gathered in New Orleans for the annual ASET Conference and Integris Neuro was thrilled to be...
Roya Tompkins
Aug 6, 20251 min read


Time to Calibrate - Let’s do a Mid-Year Check In
Well it’s summer and we are now in 2025's second half! Maybe now is the time for a quick check up on all you had hoped for this year....
Roya Tompkins
Jul 30, 20252 min read


Working remote and working from home, Is there a difference?
I have been working from home for several years now. My company community is mainly remote workers. For the first few years, I would tell...
Dani Harris
Jun 25, 20252 min read


FIRES: Understanding a Rare Seizure Disorder and the Role of the Ketogenic Diet in Treatment
EEG technologists are often called upon to assess patients experiencing various forms of seizure activity, including some rare and severe...
BKT
May 21, 20256 min read


How Did I End Up Here? Roya Tompkins, MS, REEG/EPT, RPSGT
'You can’t get to where you are going by standing where you are…' Have you seen the movie Sliding Doors? If not I highly recommend it....
Roya Tompkins
Apr 23, 20253 min read


Dust Yourself Off and Try Again: Navigating Challenges in the Neurodiagnostic Field
The neurodiagnostic field—particularly EEG (electroencephalography)—can make even the most seasoned professionals question their...

Jamie Thomsen
Apr 9, 20253 min read
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