Eielson Air Force Base

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Tech. Sgts. Christopher Ledgett and Rebekah Virtue demonstrate how a hand is positioned using the anterior-posterior exposure April 2, 2009 Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. This type of X-ray exposure means it will pass through the patient from front to back. Sergeant Ledgett is the NCO in charge of diagnostic imaging 354th Medical Group, and Sergeant Virtue is the NCO in charge of the pulmonary clinic 354th Medical Group. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Laura Max)

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One of the most common X-rays performed, checking the wrist and hands for arthritis, is performed April 2, 2009, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. X-rays can be performed faster and with fewer retakes now since the technician can view the image instantly on the computer. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Laura Max)

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Tech. Sgt. Christopher Ledgett views a chest X-ray April 2, 2009, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. The 354th Medical Group now digitally processes X-rays, which can be e-mailed, saving time and money compared to older methods. Sergeant Ledgett is the NCO in charge of diagnostic imaging, 354th MDG. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Laura Max)

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Published April 6, 2009