Derek Smith

Derek Smith is an experienced imaging professional, currently serving as the Regional Imaging Lead at The US Oncology Network since July 2015, overseeing multiple regions and participating in protocol development. In addition to this role, Derek holds the position of Senior PET/CT Technologist at Texas Center for Proton Therapy since January 2019. Previous roles include Diagnostic Imaging Manager at Med Synergies Texas Health, Radiology Manager at Siemens Healthcare, where responsibilities involved educating and training healthcare professionals on PET/CT technology, and Staff Technologist at Mercy Memorial Hospital Systems, focusing on quality control and departmental improvements. Derek earned a Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology with a focus on Nuclear Medicine from OU Health Sciences Center from 2005 to 2007.