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
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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)
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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
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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.
CAR’s Outlook for 2021
A community comes together in response to the pandemic challenge and is stronger.
As we wrap up an incredibly challenging year, the CAR looks forward to new opportunities for 2021. In the last year I have heard from our members across the country about the many trials and tribulations caused by the pandemic. I have been moved by our members’ resilience in the face of this adversity. If there is a silver lining to 2020, it was seeing so many members step forward to lead their departments, hospitals, and provincial responses to managing the virus. Sharing this experience among the radiology community and constructively moving forward is the goal of the CAR.
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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A national community of practice for abdominal radiology that comes together to guide patient care, education, and research.
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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.
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- 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 incredibly honoured to be the new president of the Canadian Society of Abdominal Radiology (CSAR). I want to acknowledge our past presidents, Drs. Silvia Chang and Tanya Chawla, who have grown the society to where it is now and fostered an environment of collegiality, inclusivity, and scholarship.
I am the clinical and academic Section Head of Abdominal Imaging for Manitoba and a Professor of Radiology at the University of Manitoba. Over the years it has been my privilege to get to know many of the other abdominal radiologists throughout the country. Initially, I made most of my connections through the Canadian Association of Radiology (which remains a valued partner of CSAR) and since CSAR was created, I now feel that I have a robust network of abdominal colleagues who I can call on for support and assistance.
This, to me, is one of the greatest strengths of the CSAR. The CSAR brings us together to answer clinical questions, collaborate on research, educate each other, and create consensus practice guidelines. I have met some of my best friends through CAR and CSAR. As the new president, I would like to work on increasing our opportunities for networking and communicating easily with one another on a day-to-day basis, so that any abdominal imager in Canada feels supported.
At the same time, I wish to continue our other core goals of education (with regular webinars for membership on hot topics in abdominal radiology) and shaping clinical practice through the development of white papers and guidelines. Our work on topics such as prostate MRI, the evaluation of right lower quadrant pain, assessing incidental findings, and the modern workup of endometriosis has had a tangible impact on Canadian radiology. It is incredibly satisfying to have seen the society evolve from the planning stages to become such a positive influence in our specialty.
I am thrilled to partner with Dr. Angus Hartery, a renowned Canadian educator, who is our new Vice-President. Together we hope that any radiologist practicing abdominal imaging who has not yet signed up for CSAR, consider becoming a member. Join us on our journey and become part of the family!
Iain D.C. Kirkpatrick, MD, FRCP(C)
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2020 – A Year in Review and Outlook for 2021
Dr. Mike Barry, CAR President, shares highlights from 2020
2020 has been a challenging year for healthcare, particularly for the radiology community. The pandemic not only changed our practices but also added to the extensive waitlists experienced by patients for medical imaging. With many procedures being scaled back by 30-50% at the height of the pandemic, patients are now waiting even longer than before, creating a dire situation for imaging in Canada. CAR members demonstrated leadership during this difficult time and as a result I believe the CAR emerged as one of the leading specialty societies in the pandemic response.
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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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Celebrating the Fellows of the CAR!
The Fellowship of the CAR (FCAR) is one of the highest honours that we can bestow upon our members. This award was created in 2018 to recognize the lifelong commitment, by CAR members, to a standard of excellence in the profession of radiology.
Are You a New Radiologist Looking to Pursue a Career in Research?
Apply for the GERRAF Grant and Have the Opportunity for Your Research to be Fully Funded
“For well over a quarter of a century, GE Healthcare (GEHC) has collaborated with the Association of University Radiologists (AUR) to create, develop, and implement the GE Radiology Research Academic Fellowship (GERRAF). The initiative began with the objective of providing young promising radiology faculty the tools that they needed to pursue a research career; funding, protected time, and mentoring” according to Dr. Jacob (Bram) Stolk, GM Medical and Scientific Affairs, GEHC.
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CAR 2021 is Going Virtual
Mark your calendar for the CAR 2021 Virtual Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) from April 27 – May 2, 2021!
CAR’s 2021 Share the Vision meeting is going VIRTUAL and will offer four full days of accredited research, science, and education online. We will be welcoming renowned speakers from across the country to deliver high caliber radiology content.