Brenda Boyd, Ph.D., RT(R)(M)

Brenda Boyd, Ph.D., RT(R)(M)

Program Coordinator

Brenda Boyd is the Program Coordinator for the Medical Radiography program in the Department of Radiation Technology, where she has worked full-time since 2006.

Dr. Boyd describes that the best part of her job is connecting with students through coaching, and helping them fulfill their dreams. She also enjoys working in faculty governance, student success, service learning, and marketing/recruiting. She views her role as a faculty member as a helper to her students, so they can see and reach their highest best and fulfill their own life calling. Dr. Boyd is convicted that every person has the power to change the world for the good, and she is fulfilled when she can stand beside her students to encourage and motivate them on that journey. As an educator at Loma Linda University Dr. Boyd is committed to helping others, living in wholeness, and living by high values and standards. Dr. Boyd is motivated by the mission, vision, and values of Loma Linda University, which include humility, excellence, justice, integrity, compassion, and wholeness.

Education

  • PhD, Leadership, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI
  • M.A. Organizational Management, University of Phoenix, San Diego, California
  • M.S. Health Professions Education, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, California
  • B.S., Public Relations, Communication, Journalism, Pacific Union College, Angwin, California
  • A.S., Medical Radiography, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, California
  • Certificate, Professional Coaching Certificate, Concordia University - Irvine
  • Certificate, Online Teaching & Learning, California State University East Bay, Hayward, California
  • Certificate, Family Counseling, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, California

Professional Licensures

  • Certified Radiologic Technologist/Diagnostic Radiologic Technology, California
  • Certified Radiologic Technologist/Fluoroscopy, California
  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (R)(M)(ARRT)

Posters,  Presentations, and Research

Research
  1. Using The Theory of Planned Behavior as a Predictor Of Radiologic Technologists’ Use of Patient Radiation Protection Best Practices: A Regional Study, Dissertation Defense, November 14, 2013
Peer-reviewed Articles
  1. Mosley, T. & Boyd, B. (2025). How Moral Leadership Theory Comes to Terms With Anger, Journal of Applied Christian Leadership, Accepted. Estimated for Spring 2026.
  2. Boyd, B. (2025).Creating a W.E. C.A.R.E. Culture Using the Theory of Care, Journal of Applied Christian Leadership, Fall 2025.
  3. Boyd, B. (2025). The Value of Emotions in the Diamond Model of Shared Leadership Framework, Journal of Applied Christian Leadership, Fall 2025.
  4. Kim, E. & Boyd, B. (2022). Diagnostic Imaging of Pregnant Women and Fetuses: Literature Review. Bioengineering, 9(6), 236; https://doi.org/10.3390/bioengineering9060236.
  5. Boyd, B. (2013). Operation service: rejuvenating and life changing. Journal of Applied Christian Leadership, Vol. 7, No. 2, Article 7.
  6. Boyd, B. (2015). Six leadership lessons from photography, Journal of Applied Christian Leadership, Vol. 9, No. 2, Article 6.
Professional Presentations
  1. Mosley, T. & Boyd, B. (2025). How Moral Leadership Theory Comes to Terms With Anger, Journal of Applied Christian Leadership, Accepted. Estimated for Spring 2026.
  2. Boyd, B. (2025).Creating a W.E. C.A.R.E. Culture Using the Theory of Care, Journal of Applied Christian Leadership, Fall 2025.
  3. Boyd, B. (2025). The Value of Emotions in the Diamond Model of Shared Leadership Framework, Journal of Applied Christian Leadership, Fall 2025.
  4. Kim, E. & Boyd, B. (2022). Diagnostic Imaging of Pregnant Women and Fetuses: Literature Review. Bioengineering, 9(6), 236; https://doi.org/10.3390/bioengineering9060236.
  5. Boyd, B. (2013). Operation service: rejuvenating and life changing. Journal of Applied Christian Leadership, Vol. 7, No. 2, Article 7.
  6. Boyd, B. (2015). Six leadership lessons from photography, Journal of Applied Christian Leadership, Vol. 9, No. 2, Article 6.
Professional Poster Sessions
  1. Boyd, B. Engaging Students in Learning Critical Thinking, Poster Session, 2014 Faculty Development Showcase, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA, February 2014.
  2. Boyd, B. Factors That Influence Best Practice Behavior Of Radiologic Technologists, Poster Session, 2014 Faculty Development Showcase, LLU, Loma Linda, CA, February 2014.
Lay Articles/Presentation in Radiography and Leadership
  • Presentation. Rooted For Growth: Using Townsend’s Growth Tree to Deepen Client and Student Transformation. Loma Linda University School of Behavioral Health Spiritual Integration Hour. November 24, 2025. LINK
  • Book Review. Godly Leadership: Empowered for Ministry Excellence A Festschrift honoring Skip Bell and Stan Patterson. Edited by Boubakar Sanou, David Penno, and Petr Cincala. Berrien Springs, MI: Andrews University Press. 2025. Journal of Applied Christian Leadership, Fall 2025.
  • Podcast. Rad Tech Life. Season 5, Episode 4, January 2025. https://open.spotify.com/episode/7ms9LLbTF1aG3qF5xJ4zqS?si=QsWSctPZTUaV9nQxlEENdQ