Pima Medical Institute - Las Vegas — Attraction in Winchester

I was part of the Radiology Technologist program and I loved every little bit of my experience. I graduated August of 2021 and I have been working the past six months at one of my extern sites, which I loved when I did my rotations with them. To this day, I still like to stop by and see how the instructors and the program director are doing. As well as see the future Technologists. The PIMA Radiology program are all part of my family now.

My group was part of the COVID group and there was a possibility that we may not have continued on because of all the closures; however, with the amazing instructors and program director we were able to continue on, with some modifications, and graduate ON-TIME!!

A little background about me. I was 39 when I joined the program. I worked as a Security Officer at a locals casino for 14 years, so I had very little medical background. I originally tried to go to CSN for the Ultrasound program, but I was one point shy of getting in after all the pre-req's classes and passing the TEAS test after the 3rd try. I looked at UNLV, but I would have had to take even more classes just to apply for the program. I was ready to get on with my education. I looked into PIMA and I was ready to begin. I was blessed to have been chosen to attend PIMA.

The Radiology program is not a joke. It is difficult and requires a lot of work to get through it. If you think you are going to be able to coast through it, I will advise you not to think that and plan on working hard. I know there was a few times I was frustrated with the work and exhausted, but all of it was to prepare me for the board exam. The boards was the hardest test I have ever done in my life; I passed with a 90. When it comes to the externship, you do have to work around the clinic/hospitals schedule so plan on adapting to it.

Overall, I love my new profession as a Radiology Technologist. I can truly say I have an actual career. I enjoyed every bit of my time at PIMA. It was the more expensive choice, but IMHO it was the best decision I have done career wise in my life. The experience you get, all depends on the attitude you have when you attend. If you go in expecting to work hard and have an open mind, you will enjoy it. If you go in expecting things to be handed to you, you will...

Ms. Abbi was undoubtedly one of the worst teachers I have ever encountered. Not only did she go out of her way to make students feel like they would never be good enough, but she also seemed to take pleasure in seeing them fail. This kind of behavior is not only unprofessional but also damaging to the mental and emotional well-being of students.

Her disdain seemed to particularly extend to male students, especially those enrolled in the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program. It is no coincidence that the program is overwhelmingly female, with only about 1% of graduates being male. The administration appeared to have a bias against male OTA students, and the situation was exacerbated for those who held conservative political beliefs. It is utterly disheartening to think that personal beliefs could lead to unfair treatment in an academic environment.

The administration seemed to have its favorites, and if you were not among them, you were constantly called into the office and made to feel like you did not belong in the program. Rather than offering support and guidance, they tried to persuade struggling students to quit, telling them that they were not ready for the demands of the program. This kind of behavior is unacceptable and goes against the principles of fairness and equality.

As a student, it is discouraging to face such discrimination and bias in an academic setting. Not only does it hinder learning and growth, but it also creates a toxic and hostile environment for students. It is essential that educational institutions uphold the values of inclusivity and respect for all students, regardless of their gender, political beliefs, or any other personal characteristics.

I am currently seeking legal counsel to address the blatant disregard for my rights as a student. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and minority rights should not be trampled upon, and I am determined to hold the institution accountable for their discriminatory behavior. It is crucial for students to stand up against such injustices and demand fair treatment in their...

Pima was an up and down experience. Overall it's what you choose to make of it. The instructor can make or break your experience. Miss Green is THE best teacher there. She is so supportive and takes the time to show you how to do things the proper way and on a one on one setting even with a classroom of students. She cares and shows that she cares. She's the reason I'm thriving in the field today. I appreciate the time she took and the patience that she has. And on the other hand, Ms. Wheeler was a different encounter. At first she seemed very nice, but the more I interacted with her the more I saw a different side of her. She was unprofessional, rude, and dismissive. There were many things that she did not mention for my externship and waited until I had already started to mention it. She was next to impossible to get a hold of and if you didn't answer her calls, texts, or emails, she would belittle you. I'm not the only one who encountered this experience with her, which is a shame. Mrs. Mac, who is also part of the career prep team was the complete opposite. While yes she was assertive and passionate, she was respectful and made time for students who weren't even hers. I appreciate her for that. Ms. Adams is so caring and supportive as well, she shows her passion for her job and wears it well. Each student will have their own experience while attending PMI, but you have to be willing to work hard and put in the effort that is required no matter which course you take. This is an excellent opportunity, so take advantage of it. I'm succeeding as a Medical Assistant thanks to my dedication to my schooling, despite being a mom and working full time, also a HUGE thanks to certain instructors that I had the opportunity to get to know. Shout out to Miss Green first and foremost, she deserves so much credit, then Ms. Coleman who no longer is with them, and Mr. Mac who made math easy for the first...