Kirly Simpson is a graduate from the Medical College of Georgia with more that 30 years of experience. Has been involved in the Georgia Society of Nuclear Medicine since graduation as an attendee and officer. Employed at the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center in Augusta, GA.  Presently serving on the Board of Directors for NMTCB certification Board. Enjoys time with family, traveling and photography.

Kevin Irwin, CNMT NMTCB(CT) graduated from Augusta University in 2019 with a Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology. Kevin has worked all around Georgia as a technologist up until 2023. Kevin transitioned into a Traveling Nuclear Medicine Technologist and took multiple contracts in Virginia and California. Kevin is now settled into his role as a Clinical Education Specialist for Molecular Imaging with Siemens Healthineers. In his spare time, Kevin enjoys fitness, traveling abroad, and cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs.

My name is Robert Dyer, and I have been a nuclear medicine technologist since 2006. I currently serve as the Supervisor of Nuclear Cardiology and Cardiac MRI at Emory University Hospital Midtown in Atlanta, Georgia. I joined Emory in 2008 and have had the opportunity to work across several imaging specialties, including general nuclear medicine, nuclear cardiology, oncology PET, and cardiac PET.

Throughout my career, I have been dedicated to advancing the quality of diagnostic imaging and patient care through collaboration, education, and continuous improvement. I take great pride in contributing to Emory’s mission of excellence in healthcare, research, and education.

I live in Marietta, Georgia, with my husband and our standard poodle, Charlie.

'Zuleika Rosario is a nuclear medicine technologist and healthcare leader with extensive experience in diagnostic imaging, departmental operations, and clinical excellence. As a proud U.S. Army veteran, she brings a disciplined, service oriented approach to leadership and professional advocacy.

She holds a Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Sciences and a Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, and is NMTCB-certified in Nuclear Medicine and Computed Tomography (CT). Her career reflects a strong commitment to quality, patient safety, and regulatory compliance across diverse healthcare settings.

Throughout her professional journey, Zuleika has led nuclear medicine and PET imaging departments, overseen quality control and radiation safety programs, supported accreditation efforts, and contributed to clinical research initiatives advancing nuclear medicine practice.

As Past President of the Georgia Society of Nuclear Medicine Technologists, Zuleika remains dedicated to promoting professional development, leadership growth, and innovation within the nuclear medicine community, while continuing to advocate for technologists and the future of molecular imaging in Georgia.

Edwin Keeler, CNMT, NCT, RT(CT) graduated from the Medical College of Georgia in 2011 with a bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Medicine. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise and Sports Science from the University of South Carolina at Aiken. He is currently employed at University Hospital in Augusta Georgia where he works strictly in Nuclear Cardiology. Outside of his cardiology experience, Edwin is an instructor in the Nuclear Medicine Program at Augusta University and is currently attending Francis Marion University to get his Master’s Degree in Business with a concentration in Executive Healthcare Management. He has attended the SNMMI-TS Leadership Academy, serves on the SNMMI-TS By-Laws Committee, and is a member of the Georgia Technologist Advocacy Group. He has previously held office with the GSNMT as treasurer the past four years.

I started out in Nuclear Medicine in 2015 in Florida, getting my CT license the following year. I moved up to Georgia to work for Northside Hospital in 2017. I later worked as the nuclear medicine supervisor at Piedmont Cartersville. I made the transition to Cardinal Health in 2022 as an Account Manager for Nuclear and Precision Health Solutions which allows me to connect with and assist nuclear medicine departments of all types throughout Georgia and the east half of Tennessee.

Jeffrey Best, CNMT graduated from Augusta University in 2017 with a Bachelor's Degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology. Since then he has worked at several different hospitals throughout Georgia including Houston Medical in Warner Robins, Piedmont Augusta, Doctors Hospital, and most recently Emory University in Atlanta. Jeffrey left Emory University in 2022 to become a Clinical Applications Specialist at Jubilant Radiopharma where he has worked for over 3 years now. In his spare time, Jeffrey enjoys spending time outdoors golfing and hiking. He also enjoys spending time with his family and friends in Augusta, GA.

Zhandria Usher is a board-certified nuclear medicine technologist (NMTCB) and licensed pharmacy tech at Morgan Medical Center in Madison, GA. A Covington native, she holds a BS in Biology from Clark Atlanta University (2016) and a BS in Nuclear Medicine from Augusta University (2019). Outside the hospital, she coaches her son’s sports teams and enjoys horseback riding.