Radiologic Science

Dr. Alexander works across programs in the School of Medicine to develop educational curricula and assessments. This includes evaluating programmatic changes and understanding how we best prepare students for their roles in the health professions. His research focuses on alternative methods of curricular delivery and their impact on student outcomes, as well as the ways in which technological innovations change the way we teach and practice medicine.

I teach in the diagnostic medical sonography track of the Radiologic Science degree. I also oversee the curriculum both didactic and clinical, adhering to accreditation standards.

I’m a registered diagnostic medical sonographer with experience in abdominal, OB/GYN, pediatric, and vascular imaging. Before moving into teaching, I spent years working in clinical settings and now I get to combine that real-world experience with my passion for helping students succeed.

In our program, I focus on making learning practical, hands-on, and connected to what you’ll see in the field. You’ll find I’m big on real patient cases, tips you can actually use in clinic, and creating an environment where questions are always welcome. My goal is to help you leave here confident, prepared, and excited about your career in sonography.

I design and deliver accessible, student-centered instruction in radiologic sciences, with a focus on helping adult learners build confidence in complex clinical and technical concepts. My work blends theory with real-world application, using analogies, visuals, and formative assessment to make radiography content clear, engaging, and relevant from day one. I specialize in curriculum development that anticipates student confusion, scaffolds learning step-by-step, and integrates transparent rubrics and actionable assignments.

   I am involved in the admissions process, orientation, and onboarding of the radiography students so I get to learn about them early in their academic journey. I enjoy helping them adapt to and feel comfortable in our program.

   I am lucky to teach a course in every semester they are enrolled here. I enjoy working with students, particularly in lab. It is fulfilling to see them connect the academic information they learn in the classroom with the skills they develop in lab and later, apply in the clinical setting.

As an educator, it is rewarding to watch students enter the radiography program with little confidence and grow into competent, skilled graduates ready to enter the medical imaging profession.

I am the clinical coordinator for the Radiologist Assistant Program. I also teach a course in Vascular and Lymphatic Imaging.

I am the Administrative Assistant for several programs in the office of Student Services in Health Sciences. I work with undergraduate and graduate students in Radiologic Science, Occupational Therapy & Occupational Science, and Speech & Hearing Sciences to guide them through the admissions, registration, and graduation processes during their time at UNC.

I primarily teach medical imaging physics to undergraduate students, with a focus on bridging the gap between theoretical instruction and clinical practice. As digital technologies continue to transform medical imaging, my work emphasizes the practical application of imaging principles. Through research and curriculum development, I aim to prepare students with the knowledge and experience necessary to excel as competent imaging professionals.

As a Student Service Specialist in the Department of Health Sciences, I oversee the full scope of student admissions, registration, records management, and student aid for multiple programs, including Audiology, MS Speech-Language Pathology, Minor in Speech and Hearing Sciences, and Certificate program in Radiologic Science. I serve as one of the Work Study Managers for the student services suite and assist in administering general policies and procedures related to student services across the department. In my role as Course Evaluation Manager, I use the Carolina Course Evaluation System (“Blue by Explorance”), which requires coding skills to design, configure, and manage course evaluation questions. This work provides valuable insights into the student experience, helping faculty enhance both teaching and learning.

In addition, I coordinate event planning for the Division of Speech and Hearing Sciences, managing in-person and virtual events such as information sessions, interviews, orientations, and graduations via Zoom and Webex. I also collect and analyze enrollment, admissions, and graduation data to support program improvement and research within the Health Sciences. Through these responsibilities, I ensure seamless operations, a positive student experience, and data-informed decision-making that strengthens our academic programs.

In the Division programs, my teaching is in understanding patient disease and injury states that require medical imaging and/or specific patient care and assessment during imaging. Other topics are in students understanding the clinical practice environment and the legal and ethical issues related to practice.

State and nationally, I am involved in efforts to set standards for education and certification to ensure a safe, optimized, efficient, cost-effective medical imaging experience for our patients and healthcare system.