For the last several years the CAR Board of Directors has been actively involved in meeting with MPs and senior political staff to raise awareness for the deficit in medical imaging equipment and health human resources. Further, we have been advocating for the adoption of advanced technologies and the implementation of a clinical decision support (CDS) system that will help ensure timely access to medical imaging for Canadians. [Read more…] about Make a Direct Impact on Medical Imaging in Your Community: Join Our Parliamentary Outreach Program
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Want to Become More Involved in CAR’s Advocacy Efforts?
Join Our Parliamentary Outreach Program
As part of our ongoing advocacy efforts, the CAR Board of Directors has been actively involved in meeting with MPs from across the country. The goal is to obtain support for CAR’s priorities in obtaining a $1.5 Billion + investment in medical imaging equipment and health human resources. [Read more…] about Want to Become More Involved in CAR’s Advocacy Efforts?
Learn More about CETARS
Meet the Canadian Emergency, Trauma and Acute Care Radiology Society (CETARS), one of CAR’s four affiliate societies. CETARS officially joined as a CAR affiliate on July 13, 2020, after the inaugural meeting of their Executive Committee. Working under the direction of the CAR Board of Directors, CAR Affiliate Societies provide the opportunity for close collaboration on education, research, and advocacy activities with the radiology community. Working together the CAR can deliver the most value for members while maintaining distinct mandates. [Read more…] about Learn More about CETARS
CAR Membership Working for YOU
The current CAR strategic plan clearly outlines goals and objectives for 2018-2022. It is centered around a framework that supports the Association’s vision of being the national voice for imaging excellence in patient care. We have achieved many of our initiatives and it is now time to plan for our future! As a valued member, we invite you to share your thoughts and opinions through a brief survey, with the chance to win one of ten $25 Starbucks gift cards. [Read more…] about CAR Membership Working for YOU
CAR 2021 Snapshot: Canada’s Premier Radiology Event
We would like to thank everyone for participating in the 2021 Canadian Association of Radiologists’ Annual Scientific Meeting (CAR 2021), our first virtual meeting, and to extend a very special thank you to the speakers that made CAR 2021 a tremendous success. The Annual Scientific Meeting attracted close to 700 participants from across the country including 73 speakers and moderators. Registered participants have access to the virtual platform until May 31, 2021.
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Announcing the New President of the Canadian Society of Thoracic Radiology (CSTR)
The CAR would like to extend a warm welcome to Dr. Daria Manos, who assumed the role of President of the Canadian Society of Thoracic Radiology (CSTR), an Affiliate Society of the CAR, on May 1, 2021. We also want to take this opportunity to sincerely thank Dr. Carole Dennie for her amazing leadership and dedication as the founding President of the CSTR. Dr. Dennie will continue to serve on the CSTR Executive in the role as Past President and Dr. Elsie Nguyen will be assuming the role of Vice President.
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Canadian Society of Pediatric Radiology (CanSPR)
About
The society strives to encourage educational, research and networking connections to maintain the highest standards of pediatric imaging across Canada. Representation include senior leading pediatric radiologists from across the country.
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
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
President's Message
Dr. Elka Miller is a Professor at the University of Toronto and a staff pediatric neuroradiologist at SickKids Hospital, Toronto, Canada. Previous Chief and Research Director of the Medical Imaging Department at CHEO, University of Ottawa from 2011-2022. She is actively involved in medical education and research with a special interest in Pediatric Neuroimaging, Fetal and Neonatal Imaging. Additionally, she is a reviewer for multiple international journals, and has received the Editor Recognition Award for reviewing with distinction from the Radiology Journal six times. Dr. Miller also received the RSNA Roentgen Resident/Fellow Research Award in 2008 and the 2018 Anne G. Osborn ASNR International Outreach Professor Program award to represent the American Society of Neuroradiology.
Elka Miller, MD, FRCPC
Share the Vision – Final Countdown
We have been counting down to the CAR’s virtual Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) for months and it is just days away. Our past two newsletters have featured plenary sessions, trainee day, affiliate events, and accredited symposia. This month we highlight even more exciting content, some that is back by popular demand, including the oral presentations competition and the scientific and educational electronic posters. There is still time to register for the meeting, taking place from April 27-May 2, 2021. Don’t miss out! [Read more…] about Share the Vision – Final Countdown
Announcing New Collaboration with Amazon Web Services
The CAR is working with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to drive artificial intelligence and machine learning adoption across Canadian healthcare
AWS is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. It has more than 200 services including a deep bench in the area of artificial intelligence. The CAR’s collaboration with AWS is to help advance the intersection of technology and healthcare delivery for radiologists through education and access to industry leading cloud services.
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CAR 2021 – Sessions Presented by CAR Affiliate Societies
The CAR’s virtual Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) is taking place from April 27-May 2, 2021. CAR 2021 will deliver an engaging and provocative scientific program with a dash of social. This year’s programming includes sessions presented by the CAR Affiliate Societies related to their respective subspecialties of thoracic, emergency/trauma/acute care, abdominal, and pediatrics. Register today! [Read more…] about CAR 2021 – Sessions Presented by CAR Affiliate Societies
An Evolution to Results-Based Governance
A high-performing Association hinges on good governance. Over the past few years, the CAR governance structure has shifted from a policy-oriented model toward a results-based framework that places primary responsibility for oversight and accountability with the Board of Directors and the onus for planning and delivering on results with the CEO. In other words, the Board sets direction, monitors, and reports on results that are executed by the CEO and his team. [Read more…] about An Evolution to Results-Based Governance
Join Us for Canada’s Premier Radiology Event: CAR 2021 Share the Vision
The CAR will be hosting its first ever virtual Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) from April 27-May 2, 2021 and we couldn’t be more excited! This year the CAR 2021 includes a Trainee Day (April 27) and a Canadian Society of Thoracic Radiology (CSTR) Day (April 28) followed by four days of scientific programming for the broader radiology community. The scientific program is approved for a maximum of 20.25 credits (Section 1)*. Register today!
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CAR 2021 Accredited Symposia
We are pleased to offer two accredited symposia on Saturday, May 1 in conjunction with the CAR 2021 Virtual Annual Scientific Meeting. Clinical Perspective and Radiologic Screening for Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension (CTEPH) Interactive Workshop and Physician Wellness – Burnout in Canadian Radiology: Stories from the Trenches. Both sessions are accredited under Section 1 of the MOC Program of the Royal College.
Meet the Newest CAR Affiliate – Canadian Society of Abdominal Radiology (CSAR)
Did you know the CAR has Affiliate Societies that members can join? The Affiliates are integrated with the CAR and provide the opportunity for close collaboration on education, research, and advocacy activities for the radiology community. The CAR’s newest Affiliate, the Canadian Society of Abdominal Radiology (CSAR), officially launched in November 2020 after the inaugural meeting with the CSAR Executive. As a growing society the CSAR is currently seeking new members.
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Canadian Society of Abdominal Radiology (CSAR)
About
Vision
A national community of practice for abdominal radiology that comes together to guide patient care, education, and research.
Mission
The Canadian Society of Abdominal Radiology (CSAR) is a network of Canadian radiologists with an interest in abdominal radiology. The society strives to encourage educational, research and administrative connections to maintain the highest standards of abdominal radiology across Canada.
Goals
- Foster interdisciplinary collaboration in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of abdominal disease
- Provide access to medical education in the practice of abdominal radiology for trainees and practicing radiologists
- Promote excellence in research and best practices in abdominal radiology
- Play a leadership role in the development/update of abdominal imaging guidelines, standards, and appropriateness criteria
- Foster an interest in abdominal radiology by providing mentorship opportunities and by development of a sub-speciality curriculum at the annual CAR ASM
President's Message
I am thrilled to be the new president of CSAR.The society was the brainchild of Drs Silvia Chang and Nicholas Scheida and has grown from strength to strength since its inception.
I am an abdominal imager at the University of Toronto and have sub speciality interests in gynaecologic and GI imaging. I bring a great deal of enthusiasm to my role as well a clear vision of where we are headed to stay at the forefront in the field of abdominal imaging.
We are blessed with incredible talent in Canadian radiology and there is a real opportunity for us to liaise and network to create a nucleus of research, and educational activities as well as to provide guidance and evidence based guidelines to general imagers. I am excited to be part of an initiative that unites so many likeminded radiologists across the country irrespective of their level of experience.
Tanya Chawla, MRCP, FRCR, FRCPC
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Canadian Radiology – Featuring Women in Radiology
Meet Dr. Charlotte Yong-Hing, CAR member and leader of Canadian Radiology Women
The evidence is increasingly clear that a diverse physician population that reflects the diversity of the general population can contribute to the provision of high-quality care to patients. There is a paucity of data in Canada in regards to racial diversity in radiology. We do know that women are underrepresented in radiology practices, despite an overrepresentation of women in Canadian medical schools. Women are also underrepresented in academia and leadership within radiology.
Highlights from Your Board of Directors
On Saturday, October 17, your Board of Directors met to discuss priorities in the face of the pressures of the pandemic outbreak. The Board remains committed to advancing the radiology profession and supporting our members through the pandemic and beyond. Patient Care, Advocacy, and Education continue to be the top priorities for the CAR and are all reflective of the most recent membership survey.
The CAR’s RAD Academy Has a New Look!
CAR members benefit from complimentary access to RAD Academy. Enrol if you don't currently have access or log in today to check out the updated features and learn How to Navigate RAD Academy.
Seeking information on how to earn CPD credits? The Introduction to the Insights4Imaging CPD Program takes you step by step through the process.
Check out the CATALOG and main dashboard for:
Insights4Imaging journal-based self-assessment modules:
- Bone Mineral Densitometry Reporting and the CAR Technical Standards: Tips for the Radiologist
- Musculoskeletal Corticosteroid Administration: Current Concepts
New How to Guide RESOURCES are available for radiologists-in-training and featured on the main dashboard. These include:
- How to - Ultrasound Workshop
- How to - Trivia Night
- How to - Structure a Radiology Interest Group (RIG)
- How to - CXR Reading Competition
- How to - Online Radiology Trivia
A shout out to Memorial and McMaster University Radiology Interest Groups for their contribution to the RFS and developing these materials.
Did you know CAR 2021 Share the Vision is going virtual? Mark your calendars for the CAR 2021 Annual Scientific Meeting: April 27-May 2, 2021. CAR 2021 will also include an additional Trainee Day for radiologists-in-training. Key highlights will follow in the coming weeks! Click the top banner on RAD Academy for more details!
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