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Canadian Society of Pediatric Radiology (CanSPR)

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About

Canadian radiologists interested in pediatric imaging have long been participating in the European Society of Pediatric Radiology (ESPR) as well as the Society of Pediatric Radiology (SPR) in the United States. Following some networking at a social gathering of the Canadian pediatric radiologists during the SPR annual meeting in Vancouver in 2017, a survey was issued nationwide to ascertain interest with respect to the creation of a Canadian version of the SPR, and the potential roles they saw for this new society. Results of this survey were presented to the Royal College pediatric radiology subspecialty committee and the group approved the decision to pursue creating a Canadian society. A formal proposal was presented to the Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR) Board of Directors during their September 2019 meeting and the motion to approve the Canadian Society of Pediatric Radiology (CanSPR) as an affiliate of the CAR was accepted.

The society strives to encourage educational, research and networking connections to maintain the highest standards of pediatric imaging across Canada. Representation of the founding members include senior leading pediatric radiologists from across the country.

President's Message

“The concept to establish a Canadian Society of Pediatric Radiology was introduced in the early 2000s. A group of keen pediatric radiologists, from the Royal College pediatric radiology subspecialty committee, recognized the need to create a uniquely Canadian forum where pediatric radiologists from across the country could come together to network and discuss local issues and challenges.”

Lucia Carpineta, MD, CM, FRCPC, FABR

Vision

Promoting excellence in pediatric imaging across Canada.

Mission

The Canadian Society of Pediatric Radiology (CanSPR) is a network of radiologists dedicated to promoting and advocating for pediatric imaging. The society aims to promote the highest standards of care through education and creation of evidence-based guidelines and protocols for standardization. It also aims to facilitate networking for research and advocacy for pediatric imaging needs across country.

Goals & Objectives

The CanSPR is founded on members with an interest in advancing knowledge, learning or clinical expertise around pediatric radiology to communicate, meet, mentor and discuss research to further this interest. The society strives to encourage educational, research and administrative connections to maintain the highest standards of pediatric imaging across Canada. The role of CanSPR is to:

  • Drive the appropriate, proper and safe use of radiological services in the patient-centered care of children
  • Define principles of practice in the development of pediatric imaging guidelines, standards and appropriateness criteria
  • Provide access to medical education in the practice of pediatric imaging for trainees and practicing radiologists
  • Advocate for appropriate resources (human and material) necessary for the delivery of quality pediatric imaging services to Canadian children wherever they are situated
  • Foster research in all aspects of pediatric imaging
Executive Committee

Executive Committee

President:
Lucia Carpineta, MD, McGill University

Vice-President:
Elka Miller, MD, University of Ottawa

Members-at-large
Heather Bray, MD, University of British Columbia
Lucy Jamieson, MD, University of Alberta
Mary Kathleen O’Brien, MD, Dalhousie University
Katya Rozovsky, MD, University of Manitoba
Nina Stein, MD, McMaster University
Sheldon Wiebe, MD, University of Saskatchewan

Radiologist-in-Training
Taehoo Kim, MD, McGill University

Become a Member / Benefits

Become a Member

Membership with the Canadian Society of Pediatric Radiology (CanSPR) is open to all practicing pediatric radiologists, as well as current fellows or residents with an interest in pediatric imaging, who are current members of the Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR).

Benefits include:

  • Network, mentor, advance knowledge, and discuss research with other radiologists in the area of pediatric radiology
  • Participate in guideline development and review
  • Contribute to the development of educational initiatives within your subspecialty
  • Opportunity to review resources from your subspecialty and to provide your feedback
  • Receive bi-annual subspecialty seasonal education newsletters and other communication news
  • Join a CanSPR subcommittee to participate in research and education projects
  • Attend the annual CanSPR business meeting at the CAR Annual Scientific meeting
  • Nominate your colleagues for the Affiliate Society Awards

Membership fees: complimentary

If you are interested in becoming a member of CanSPR please join through the CAR member portal or email [email protected].

Education

Education

Pediatric CME courses, modules and conferences*

  • The Society for Pediatric Radiology (SPR)
  • The European Society of Paediatric Radiology (ESPR)
  • Sociedad Latino Americana de Radiología Pediátrica (SLARP)
  • The Asian and Oceanic Society for Paediatric Radiology (AOSPR)
  • American Society of Pediatric Neuroradiology (ASPNR)
  • European Society of Neuroradiology (ESNR)
  • Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)
  • The World Federation of Pediatric Imaging (WFPI)
  • Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR)
  • ARLS module
  • Radiation safety & biology module
  • MRI safety module (MRI Safety List)

*The events listed offer pediatric imaging educational opportunities. CanSPR isn’t responsible for the content in these meetings nor does it directly endorse these activities.

Training opportunities

  • Royal College Accredited Programs:
    • University of British Columbia - BC Children's Hospital
    • University of Alberta - Stollery Children's Hospital
    • University of Toronto - The Hospital for Sick Children
    • University of Ottawa - Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO)
    • McGill University, Pediatric Radiology - Montreal Children's Hospital/McGill University Health Center
    • McGill University, Pediatric Neuroradiology
    • Dalhousie University - IWK Health Center
  • Other programs (not Royal College Accredited):
    • University of Calgary - Alberta Children's Hospital
    • McMaster University - McMaster Children's Hospital/Hamilton Health Sciences Center
Resources

Resources

Technical pediatric imaging

  • ImageGently
  • CanSPR/CAR appropriateness guidelines in pediatric imaging
  • Artificial Intelligence in Pediatric Imaging
  • Pediatric Radiology (Springer)

Radiology Practice Resources (coming soon)

  • Practice readiness checklist (FAQ)
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  • Legal/Deontologic frameworks in different jurisdictions
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  • Remuneration/billing
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  • Wellness
  • CME programs and activities
  • Career planning

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  • CAR Career Opportunities
  • SPR Association Career Network
Interested in pediatric radiology?

Why pursue a career in pediatric radiology?

  • Why Choose Pediatric Radiology? (ACR)
  • Pediatric Radiology: a unique career choice (SPR)
  • Pediatric Radiology: Journey to Imaging Our Future (ACR)
Contact Us

Mailing Address

Canadian Society of Pediatric Radiology
C/O Canadian Association of Radiologists
1120-220 Laurier Ave W
Ottawa, ON K1P 5Z9
Canada

Email: [email protected]

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The Canadian Association of Radiologists
1120-220 Laurier Ave W
Ottawa, ON K1P 5Z9
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