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Heather Schmuck

Dr. Heather M. Schmuck

Clinical Associate Professor of Radiologic and Imaging Sciences

Radiologic and Imaging Sciences Program

Clinical Coordinator of Radiologic and Imaging Sciences

Radiologic and Imaging Sciences Program

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Publications

Journal Articles

  Peer reviewed or Refereed

International

Cook, J.A., Schmuck, H.M., Hollingsworth, A. & Prifogle, C. (2021). Bioburden of Imaging Lead Apparel and Infection Control Measures. Radiologic Technology, 93(2). 

Schmuck, H. & Cook, J. (2018). Predicting success on the ARRT national certification examination through mock examinations. Radiologic Science & Education, 23(1), 17-24.

Schmuck, H. (2015). iPad impact in radiologic technology. Radiologic Science & Education, 20(1), 3-20.

Cook, J. A., Schmuck, H., & Peak, K. R. (2015). Radiology clinical monitoring tool. Spectrum, 26(2), 14-18.

Cook, J. A., & Schmuck, H. (2012).  Teaching and technology: Engagement in the classroom with student-owned technology.  Spectrum, XXIII(2), 4-7.

National

Reddington, A., Cook, J., & Schmuck, H. (2022). 2022 ADEA Annual Session & Exhibition: Poster Abstracts-Getting down and dirty with lead apparel. Journal of Dental Education86(2), 232. https://doi.org/10.1002/jdd.12870

Cook, J. A., Schmuck, H., Hollingsworth, A. (2019). Care and use of lead apparel. The Dental Assistant, 88(3), 9-11.

Reddington, A., Egli, A., & Schmuck, H. (2019). Improving oral radiology education interprofessional collaboration with dental assisting students. 2019 ADEA Annual Session Poster Abstracts: Journal of Dental Education, 83(2), 227.

Schmuck, H. & Arvin, M. K. (2018). Use of a board game format to promote interprofessional learning. Journal of Interprofessional Education & Practice, 12, 51-56. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.xjep.2018.05.007

Reddington, A., Egli, A., & Schmuck, H. (2018). Understanding Interprofessional Education Perceptions of Radiologic Technology and Dental Assisting Students Through a Live Patient Experience. Journal of Dental Education82(5), 462-468.

Book Chapter

Egli, A., Schmuck, H., & Reddington, A. (2021). Improving dental assisting and radiologic technology education through interprofessional experiences. In J. Friberg, C. Visconti, & S. Ginsberg (Eds.) Case Studies in Evidence-Based Education: A Resource for Teaching in Clinical Professions (pp. 105-113). Slack, Inc.

Scholarly Presentations in Conferences, Symposi, Colloquia, and Seminars

Peer Reviewed: International

Schmuck, H., & Peak, K. (2021). Using Instructional Technology and Innovation to Facilitate Online Learning. Podium presentation at the Association of Educators in Radiologic Sciences 2021 Spring Virtual Conference May 1, 2021.

Schmuck, H., & Cook, J. (2018). Student perceptions of a low-tech option for engagement and assessment. Poster presentation at 2018 Association of Educators in Imaging & Radiologic Sciences Annual Meeting, Charleston, SC, July 12, 2018.

Arvin, M. K., & Schmuck, H. (2017). Use of serious games to promote interprofessional competency. Presented at the Collaborating Across Borders (CAB VI) Conference, Banff, Alberta, Canada, October 1-4, 2017.

Peer Reviewed: National

Cook, J., Schmuck, H., & Reddington, A. (2022). Getting down and dirty with lead apparel. Poster presentation at 2022 American Dental Education Association Annual Session & Exhibition, Philadelphia, PA, March 19, 2022

Reddington, A., Egli, A., & Schmuck, H. (2019). Improving oral radiology education interprofessional collaboration with dental assisting students. Poster presentation at 2019 American Dental Education Association Annual Session & Exhibition, Chicago, IL, March 18, 2019.

Arvin, M. K. & Schmuck, H. (2014). IPE Challenge! Use of a board game format to promote interprofessional learning among faculty and students.  Poster presentation at  2014 American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Baltimore, MD, April 3, 2014.

Kinner, T. J., Ostendorf, M., Thomas, P., Arvin, M. K., Schmuck, H., Delp, J., Titzer, J., Thompson, C. (2014).  Interprofessional simulation: Overcoming barriers to success.  Presented at Armstrong 2014 Interprofessional Health Care Summit, Armstrong Atlantic State University, Savannah, GA, April 4, 2014.

Ostendorf, M., Kinner, T. J., Thomas, P., Arvin, M. K., Schmuck, H., Delp, J., Titzer, J., Thompson, C (2014).  TeamSTEPPS™: Enhancing interprofessional simulation performance.   Presented at Armstrong 2014 Interprofessional Health Care Summit, Armstrong Atlantic State University, Savannah, GA, April 4, 2014

Peer Reviewed: Regional

Cook, J.A., Duncan, P., Peak. K.R., & Schmuck, H.M. (2022). Imaging Utilization ​Through Case Studies. Center for Health Professions Lifelong Learning Imaging Workshop, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN, May 9, 2022.

Cook, J. & Schmuck, H. (2022). Bioburden of Imaging Lead Apparel and Infection Control Measures. Podium presentation at Indiana Dental Assisting Association, Ohio Valley Component meeting. Evansville, IN, April 11, 2022.

Schmuck, H., & Peak, K. (2021). Using Instructional Technology and Innovation to Facilitate Online Learning. Poster presentation at the 2021 Celebration of Teaching and Learning Symposium, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN, February 11, 2021.

Schmuck, H., Smith, J., Cook, J., & Reddington, A. (2020). Getting down and dirty with lead apparel. Poster accepted for presentation at 2020 Celebration of Teaching and Learning Symposium, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN, February 5, 2020.

Peak, K., Doerner, M., Schmuck, H., Andrews, C., Cook, J. (2020). Summer fun with IPE: Lesson learned - don't get burned. Poster accepted for presentation at 2020 Celebration of Teaching and Learning Symposium, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN, February 5, 2020.

Cook, J., & Schmuck, H. (2019). Bioburden of Imaging Lead Apparel and Infection Control Measures. Podium presentation at the 23rd Annual Research, Evidence-Based Practice, and Performance Improvement in Healthcare Conference, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN, April 10, 2019.

Schmuck, H., & Cook, J. (2019). Student perceptions of Low-Tech Options for Engagement and Assessment. Poster presentation at 2019 Celebration of Teaching and Learning Symposium, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN, February 6, 2019.

Cook, J., & Schmuck, H. (2018). How clean is your radiology apparel? Presented at the Indiana Society of Radiologic Technologists 2018 Annual Conference, Indianapolis, IN, October 18, 2018.

Schmuck, H. & Delp, J. (2018). Safety for the allied health professional in the imaging department. Presented at the Regional Conference on Thoracic Disorders and Imaging, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN, May 5, 2018.

Schmuck, H., & Cook, J. (2018). Student perceptions of Low-Tech Options for Engagement and Assessment. Presented at 2018 Celebration of Teaching and Learning Symposium, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN, January 25, 2018.

Reddington, A., Egli, A., & Schmuck, H. (2017). Monitoring the Impact of Interprofessional Education in Bachelor and Associate Degree Programs through Understanding Student Perceptions. Presented at the 22nd Annual Nursing and Health professions Educator Conference, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN, October 18, 2017.

Schmuck, H., Reddington, A., & Egli, A. (2017). Exploring Allied Health Profession Student Perceptions of Interprofessional Education Through a Live Patient Experience. Poster presentation at the 2nd Annual Interprofessional Practice and Education Conference, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN, November 15, 2017.

Schmuck, H. (2017). Using avatars to improve communication skills and build mentoring relationships in an imaging science program. Poster presentation at 2017 Celebration of Teaching and Learning Symposium, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN, January 26, 2017.

Cook, J., & Schmuck, H. (2015). Essential Anatomy: Innovative App Use in the Classroom. Presented at the 20th Annual Nursing and Health professions Educator Conference, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN, October 21, 2015.

Schmuck, H., & Arvin, M. K. (2014).  Use of a board game format to promote interprofessional learning among faculty and students.  Poster presentation at 19th Annual Nursing and Health professions Educator Conference, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN, October 22, 2014.

Cook, J, A., Schmuck, H. M., Peak, K. R, & Duncan, P. J. (2014).  Image utilization for the abdomen and skeletal system through case studies.  Presented at 16th Annual Advanced Practice Nursing Symposium, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN, May 9, 2014.

Cook, J, A., Schmuck, H. M., Peak, K. R, & Duncan, P. J. (2014).  Image utilization for the head, neck, and chest through case studies.  Presented at 16th Annual Advanced Practice Nursing Symposium, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN, May 9, 2014.

Arvin, M. K. & Schmuck, H. (2013). IPE Challenge! Use of a board game format to promote interprofessional learning among faculty and students.  Presented at 18th Annual Nursing and Health Professions Educator Conference, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN, October 23, 2013.

Schmuck, H. (2013).  Applying ‘apps’ in the clinical world.  Presented at the Indiana Society of Radiologic Technologists 2013 Annual Conference, Evansville, IN, October 3, 2013.

Schmuck, H. M. (2012).  Computed Radiography & Digital Imaging for the Practicing Technologist.  Presented at the Indiana Society of Radiologic Technologists One Day Seminar, Evansville, IN, April 14, 2012.

 Peer Reviewed: Local

Schmuck, H. (2015). Digital Detector Tips and Tricks: Who needs algorithms? Selecting appropriate protocols for quality digital imaging. Online Staff In-service, Deaconess Health System.

   Other Scholarly and Creative Works - Not Referreed or Juried

Schmuck, H. (2022). Student Perceptions of Medical Educational Modeling in Radiologic Technology Education. Presentation at the 2022 USI Graduate Student Colloquium. Evansville, IN, April 6, 2022.

Cook, J. & Schmuck, H. (2019). Caring for Lead Apparel. Podium presentation at Indiana Dental Hygiene Association, Ohio Valley Component meeting. Evansville, IN, September 3, 2019.

Schmuck, H. (2019). ASRT annual meeting and House of Delegates. Indiana Journal of Radiologic Technology, 4-9.

Schmuck, H. (2019). Logo Luster. Indiana Journal of Radiologic Technology, 34.

Schmuck, H. (2019). CQR: Don’t be an 11th hour scrambler. Indiana Journal of Radiologic Technology, 18-19.

Kinner, T. J., Ostendorf, M., Schmuck, H., Thomas, P. (2018).  TeamSTEPPS™: Enhancing interprofessional simulation performance – the code blue project. Podium presentation presented at TeamSTEPPS Conference, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN June 26, 2018.

Arvin, M. K., & Schmuck, H. (2018). Use of a board game format to promote interprofessional learning among faculty and students. Poster presentation at TeamSTEPPS Conference, University of Southern Indiana, Evansville, IN, June 26, 2018.

Schmuck, H., & Petree, C. (2018). Recap of the 2018 ASRT educational symposium and annual governance house of delegates meeting. Indiana Journal of Radiologic Technology, 9-10.

Schmuck, H. (2017). Shaking the bushes: ISRT President mid-year report. Indiana Journal of Radiologic Technology, 7-8.

Schmuck, H. (2017). Brushing Up on Image Critique. Presented at Deaconess Radiology Skills Week, Evansville, IN, August 14-18, 2017.

Schmuck, H. (2016). New Developments in Digital Imaging. Presented at Memorial Hospital and Healthcare Center, Jasper, IN, November 11, 2016.

Schmuck, H., & Wilson, A. (2015). Avatar possibilities in healthcare: A review of GoAnimate. Indiana Journal of Radiologic Technology, 13-15.

Schmuck, H. (2015). Image Quality Analysis. Online Staff In-service, Deaconess Health System.

Schmuck, H. (2015). Who needs algorithms? Selecting appropriate protocols for quality digital imaging. Presented at Deaconess Radiology Skills Week, Evansville, IN, August 17-21, 2015.

Schmuck, H. (2015). Digital imaging, Understanding the histogram. Poster presentation at Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center, 2015.

Schmuck, H. (2014).  Understanding Digital Imaging.  Online Staff In-Service, Deaconess Health System.

Schmuck, H. (2014).  Understanding Digital Imaging. Poster presentation at Deaconess Radiology Skills Week, Evansville, IN August 18-22, 2014.

Schmuck, H. (2013).  Judet view positioning.  Video presentation for Deaconess Hospital Radiology Department, Evansville, IN, August 2, 2013.

Schmuck, H. (2013).  Digital imaging: Understanding the Histogram.  Poster presentation at Deaconess Radiology Skills Week, Evansville, IN August 19-23, 2013.

Schmuck, H. (2013).  Panorex Imaging.  Presented at Deaconess Hospital Radiology Staff In-service, Evansville, IN, June 21, 2013.

Schmuck, H. (2013).  Panorex Imaging.  Presented at Deaconess Hospital Radiology Staff In-service, Evansville, IN, June 14, 2013.

Schmuck, H. (2013).  Panorex Imaging.  Presented at Deaconess Hospital Radiology Staff In-service, Evansville, IN, June 12, 2013.

Schmuck, H. (2013).  Panorex Imaging.  Presented at Deaconess Hospital Radiology Staff In-service, Evansville, IN, June 10, 2013.

Schmuck, H. (2013).  Panorex Imaging.  Presented at Deaconess Hospital Radiology Staff In-service, Evansville, IN, June 7, 2013.