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With the fall season approaching, advocacy is top of mind for the Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR). The CAR has been diligently focusing our efforts on advocacy in preparation for the return of parliament and the federal economic update. Not only have we been targeting the Federal Government but also connecting with key stakeholders to

Iodinated contrast agents have undergone significant evolution since the 1960s. In the ideal world, a contrast agent should have maximal efficacy (maximal attenuation of x-rays) and maximal safety (produce no adverse effects).  In the real world, maximal safety means that a contrast agent should have minimal toxic or adverse effects on the body functions and

Public discourse has recently surrounded protocols for breast screening in Canada and how the country approaches women’s breast health. This discussion was prompted by the release of the draft recommendations on screening for breast cancer by the Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care (CTFPHC) on May 30th. The CAR guidelines are clear – breast

It is the CAR’s pleasure to congratulate Dr. Scott Gregoire on becoming the new President of the Manitoba Association of Radiologists (MAR). Dr. Gregoire is an Assistant Professor at the University of Manitoba (U of M)’s Max Rady College of Medicine in the Department of Radiology in Winnipeg, the same university where he earned his

Her work leaves an indelible mark on the Canadian radiology community and has been duly rewarded by the University of Toronto (U of T). The CAR is pleased to congratulate Dr. Tanya Chawla on her promotion to Associate Professor at the U of T Department of Medical Imaging. “I am delighted to be promoted to

Despite some volatility for academic journals in recent years, the CAR Journal (CARJ) has maintained a steady degree of influence, reflected by the CARJ’s most recent Impact Factor. Thanks to the outstanding work of its volunteers, the CARJ increased its rank among similar journals and posted an Impact Factor of 2.9. “Over the past five

Are you a CAR member looking to expand your professional network, stay at the forefront of radiology advancements, and collaborate with like-minded professionals? We invite you to join the CAR Affiliate Societies, an opportunity to connect with specialized subspecialty groups within the radiology community to elevate your career. Discover the key benefits of joining the

Two leading Cardiac CT radiologists discussed innovation and the state of the field at the Cardiac CT Forum, hosted by Calgary, Alberta’s Sheraton Cavalier earlier this month. The room was packed for the Cardiac CT Forum. Drawing radiologists from Alberta and western Canada. Dinner was served to all guests and attendees earned 1.5 Section 1

After several rounds of member and participant feedback, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada will be implementing changes to its Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Framework. There were three main reasons to refresh the MOC Framework: to modernize the framework, to focus more on Quality Improvement work, and to support the wellness of

The CAR Affiliate Societies are thrilled to share the tremendous engagement and growth at this year’s Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) and beyond. The level of participation exceeded expectations, reflecting dynamic communities eager to connect and contribute within their radiology subspecialties. At the ASM, Affiliate Society members and enthusiastic newcomers had the opportunity to participate in