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Matt Szudzik
Physics Assistant

Biography
Matt is a person with a go-getting attitude and a unique enthusiasm for life. Starting his adult life in the Marines, he gained the skills necessary to take on the real world and the willingness to take on any challenge.

After completing his service, Matt went on to attend RIT where he received his BS in Photographic Arts and Science. From there, he received degrees in Radiology from Trocaire College and Electrical Technology from Erie Community College.

His illustrious career in the x-ray field began in a Cardiac Lab where he focused on research. When the department began focusing on cardiac catheterizations, Matt became Chief Technician and was responsible for the quality output of the final products.

When it came time for another change, Matt looked into the field of radiation treatment. With his degree in Radiology, he was hired as a Radiation Safety Assistant and was responsible for diagnostic, chemotherapy and nuclear radiation safety programs at numerous area hospitals. He directed radiation programs at Buffalo General, Columbus Hospital, and Deaconess Hospital, as well as the cardiac section at Millard Gates.

Since then, Matt has completed numerous courses in medical imaging from Kodak. As an employee of Upstate Medical Physics, Matt continues to work in radiology departments in Buffalo, Lockport and Orchard Park.