Texas Society of Radiologic Technologists
Marcelene Forbus, RT(R), RPA, CBRP, President TXSRT
Hello, Everyone,
It is truly an honor to stand before you today as I transition from President-Elect to President of the Texas Society of Radiologic Technologists.
Before looking forward, we must recognize those who brought us here.
To the leaders who came before us – thank you for challenging the status quo, defending our profession, and creating the path we now walk.
And in more recent years, I want to specifically recognize Kate Verdun and Kevin Clark.
Kate’s leadership during the 2025 legislative session elevated our profession in ways that will have a lasting impact. Because of her work and the strength of the board behind her, our voices were heard, and our profession moved forward.
Kevin has remained steadfast in protecting the integrity of our educational standards across all imaging professionals. That work is not easy, but essential, and it will continue.
This board has never been afraid to push boundaries – and we won’t start now.
When I first stepped into this profession, like many of you, there was no roadmap.
I learned through challenges
I learned through failure.
But most importantly, I learned through people
- The technologist showed up early to teach
- Educators who refused to let me fall behind.
- Mentors who saw something in me before I saw it in myself
That…is who we are!
We often say that we are in it for the patient care, and we are. But our strength comes from something deeper.
Because we invest in each other – our growth, our education, our well-being – our patients don’t just receive care…
They receive excellence.
As I step into this role, I want to be very clear:
This presidency is not about a title. It’s about responsibility.
A responsibility to:
- Strengthen our profession
- Support our workforce
- Advocate for the future
And make no mistake, this is a defining moment for our profession.
- Workforce shortages
- Burnout
- Increasing demand
- Evolving roles
These are not obstacles – They are opportunities for us to lead.
During my Presidency, we will focus on three priorities:
- Workforce Stability and Growth:
To our students, you are the future of this profession
To our technologists and therapists – you are the backbone of it
We must support you, retain you, and build pathways that make this a career – not just a job.
- Education and Professional Advancement:
To our educators – you shape everything that follows.
Education is not just a requirement – it is our leverage.
And together, we will continue to uphold and raise the standard across every level of practice.
- Advocacy with Purpose:
Our voices matter – but only if we use them.
And that starts now.
We are planning our Texas Capitol Visit on October 20th – and I encourage everyone to sign the sheet and be a part of it!
Because when we show up, not as individuals, but as a unified profession – we don’t just participate in policy, we influence it!
Let me also say what often goes unspoken:
Leadership is not about having all the answers.
It’s about asking the right questions and building the right people around you to find the solution together.
To every student, educator, technologist, and radiation therapist across Texas:
You are the reason this organization exists.
And my commitment to you is this:
- I will lead with transparency
- I will lead with purpose
- And I will lead with you – not above you
As we. Move forward, I challenge you, look beyond your role:
- Reach back to mentor a student.
- Stand beside a colleague who needs support.
- Use your voice for a profession that needs you now more than ever.
Because the future of radiologic science is not defined by a leader, it is defined by all of us.
Thank you for your trust, your dedication, and the work you do every single day.
I am honored to serve you as your President.
Now let’s build what comes next.
Warm regards,
Marcelene Forbus, RT(R), RPA, CBRP
