Merima Karastanovic, MS, RT (R), (MR)

Merima Karastanovic, MS, RT (R), (MR), (ARRT) completed studies in radiologic technology at the School of Radiologic Technology Ravenswood Hospital Medical Center in Chicago, IL. After receiving bachelor’s degree in human resource development from Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago, IL, Karastanovic assumed a leadership role where she was responsible for strategic planning, directing and coordinating of service lines including MRI, CT, Ultrasound, X-ray and Gamma Knife®. After earning Master of Science in Adult Education and Health Administration from the University of St. Francis in Joliet, IL, Karastanovic pursued her role as a Clinical Educator in the Medical Imaging Department at Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago. Karastanovic is certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Karastanovic is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in Leadership and Learning with a specialization in Organizational Leadership at Aspen University in Denver, CO.