<p>September 4, 2008 CONTACT: Maryanne Aldrich FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (603) 747-9189</p><p>Laramie Bobar, RT Earns Certification in Radiology from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists</p><p>Woodsville, NH - Laramie Bobar, RT at Cottage Hospital has recently been certified in Radiology by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, ARRT. In earning this credential, he adds the initials "RT (R)” after his name. </p><p>Laramie recently completed the Lebanon College Radiology Program, which is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). Cottage Hospital serves as one of several hospitals based clinical sites for the radiography students, all of which must demonstrate accreditation with the State of New Hampshire or other recognized organization. </p><p>ARRT´s credential assures patients that Registered Technologists who conduct medical imaging and radiation therapy procedures have completed the prescribed educational preparation, passed the appropriate exam, and pledged to abide by stringent ethics requirements — all of which assist them in delivering safe and effective patient care. ARRT ensures their continuing education and ongoing ethical compliance by requiring annual registration of certificates. </p><p>ARRT, The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, promotes high standards of patient care by recognizing individuals qualified in medical imaging, interventional procedures, and radiation therapy. Headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, ARRT tests, certifies, and annually registers more than 250,000 radiologic technologists across the United States.</p><p>Cottage Hospital is a 25 bed, critical access hospital serving the beautiful Upper Connecticut River Valley.</p>