Biography

Tammy Curtis Ph.D., RT(R)(CT)(CHES) is the graduate coordinator of the Master of Science in Radiologic Sciences Program and holds the rank of tenured Professor. Dr. Curtis teaches undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral level courses. She has presented CE lectures for radiologic sciences both nationally and at the state level. Dr. Curtis has published several articles in journals, contributed to books, edited and reviewed educational books and products, and developed new products. She is the current author of international radiologic sciences education textbooks. Dr. Curtis has served in offices from secretary to president in her state affiliate and is still active in serving members and students. She holds several memberships with professional organizations and volunteers at national conferences for student competitions and hosting CE lectures for technologists and educators.

Dr. Curtis completed her Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences at Northwestern State University. She earned her Master of Science in Radiologic Sciences degree at Midwestern State University and her Ph.D. at Texas Woman’s University. Before entering academia, she worked as a radiologic technologist for various healthcare organizations. She continues to visit local clinical sites with current undergraduate students to stay current in the practice field.

Dr. Curtis research interest is emergency preparedness and disaster response and serves on several college committees. She is the current university liaison for La Region 7 Hospital Preparedness Healthcare Coalition.

Office Hours

Email for an appointment: curtist@nsula.edu

Tuesday: 12:30 - 5:30 pm

Thursday: 12:30 - 5:30 pm