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Coleman Colleague: Victor Khuong, Class of 2013
May 1, 2025
"My education at HCC set me up for growth opportunities in the healthcare field. With that I was able to create a great work-life balance with my family." — Victor Khuong, CT/MRI Manager, Harris Health System
Name
Victor Khuong
City/Town of Residence
Fulshear, Texas
Hometown
Alief Taylor High School
Degree or Certificate Program
Radiography
Year of Graduation
Class of 2013
Title & Place of Employment
CT/MRI Manager, Harris Health System Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital
Why did you choose HCC Coleman College?
Born and raised in Houston, I was surrounded by different Houston Community College campuses; and when taking my prerequisites, I was taking my classes at different campuses. When I decided to pursue a career in healthcare, HCC Coleman College was the perfect option for me.
Why did you choose your program of study?
Diagnostic imaging was interesting to me in a sense that we were part of the frontline in patient care and have a really big impact on healthcare.
What did you like best about your college experience?
I liked the challenge of the program and the people I met and worked with throughout the process.
What did you like best about your program of study?
I liked the structure and the support that HCC provided during the clinical experience of the program.
When you were tired, what motivated you to push forward?
When I would get tired, I would tell myself to stay focused and keep pushing towards my goal. Achieving goals is not supposed to be easy, and being tired will be part of the process. Being focused and having that mindset is what kept me motivated.
What advice can you offer to help other students succeed?
Fully commit when you’re in the program and work hard in all aspects. The years in the program are a crucial point in your future career in healthcare, so make sure you give it your all.
How did your education change or improve your life?
My education at HCC set me up for growth opportunities in the healthcare field. With that I was able to create a great work-life balance with my family.