Integris Neuro LLC

To become an electroencephalogram (EEG) Technologist, you must understand what the job entails. An EEG Technologist performs electroencephalogram studies that record and analyze the brain’s electrical activity. EEG technologists work alongside neurologists and other healthcare providers to diagnose and monitor conditions that affect the brain. The role requires specific skills and qualities, including attention to detail, critical thinking, communication skills, and compassion.

As EEG Technologists, we love sleep, not just for ourselves but for our patients. Sleep is essential to see on an EEG.

One of the more challenging procedures that technologists perform are the very youngest of our patients. Having a good understanding of this level of care is essential!

Overall, clipping an EEG study helps in making the data more manageable, clearer, and more relevant to the specific goals of the research or clinical assessment. Did you know that Natus software offers an automated clip marking feature where the system automatically clips selected events throughout the study? Let's talk about how to use it!

"How did I end up here?" "I am fairly certain that this is one of the most frequently asked questions in our industry. I have to imagine there are not many twelve- year-olds running around chanting “I want to be an EEG Tech when I grow up” when asked the age-old question."

We are aware of the numerous mysteries surrounding the brain and its potential. In EEG, analyzing the initial injury diagnostic tests in comparison to the patient's progress over years of therapy can provide insights into the brain's healing process and lead to the development of additional therapies to improve quality of life by focusing on brain activity near the injury site.

Of all the organs in the human body the brain is the most important, incredibly intricate, and multifaceted system. Within our brain is a variety of locations, of which play critical roles in our day to day functioning and bodily processes. Among these regions, a complex, and rarely discussed area lies. This is called the insula.

It’s been 100 years since Hans Berger, a German psychiatrist invented the Electroencephalogram! That's quite the milestone. Remembering how far we have come is inspiring for what is ahead.

Does your practice own the Natus HD - XLTEK tablet for ambulatory Video-EEG studies??Did you know you can run a PSG test as well?

There is no "easy" button for doing EEG in the critical care environment. Taking the time to coordinate with staff will make not only this EEG better, the staff will be more helpful with each test ordered in that unit. They will come to recognize your professionalism and collaboration as well as your patient care.