Financing models for healthcare are evolving, with greater emphasis now being placed on value. How does radiology fit into this equation and how can we be certain that its value is maximized? Representatives from the CAR contributed to a multi-society[1] expert statement published in the CARJ and other journals in December 2020 that outlines the value contributed to healthcare by radiology, and explains how value may be measured, recognized, and augmented. Here we summarize the key points and offer a Canadian perspective on that international publication, Radiology in the Era of Value-Based Healthcare: A Multi-Society Expert Statement From the ACR, CAR, ESR, IS3R, RANZCR, and RSNA. Read More

Life as a Radiologist with the Canadian Armed Forces: Cdr Giang Nguyen, Chief Radiologist For Commander (Cdr) Giang Nguyen, member of the CAR and British Columbia Radiological Society, working as the Chief Radiologist with the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) provides the opportunity to do humanitarian work domestically and internationally. It is not widely known that radiology is a deployable medical specialty. When not deployed on an operation, radiologists with the CAF are embedded within civilian practice, providing care much in the same way as other radiologists within a hospital or community setting. Read More

Splitting his time between clinical practice and research, Dr. An Tang has made an impressive mark in the field of radiology. His proudest research endeavour is his contribution to the development of the Liver Imaging Reporting and Data System (LI-RADS), a system for standardization of acquisition, interpretation, and reporting of liver cancer imaging. LI-RADS has been adopted by the American Association for Study of Liver Disease and is used daily in radiology departments around the world. Dr. Tang served as the inaugural chair of the CAR Artificial Intelligence (AI) Standing Committee from 2017-21. Read More

The CAR is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Jaron Chong (Western University) as the new Chair of the CAR’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) Standing Committee. After four years of devoted service and dedication to the Committee, Dr. An Tang (Université de Montréal) will be stepping down from his position as Chair. The CAR is incredibly grateful for Dr. Tang’s visionary and thoughtful leadership, which enabled the CAR to successfully support and lead Canadian radiology forward as AI has come to occupy a more prominent place in medical imaging departments and workflows. Read More

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

Dr. Carole Dennie, cardiothoracic radiologist in Ottawa, is a Fellow of the CAR and President of the Canadian Society of Thoracic Radiology (CSTR). Her passion is teaching and providing access to continuous learning opportunities to enable the delivery of high-quality service throughout a radiologist’s work lifecycle. Her recent trips to Iqaluit have helped to make medical imaging equipment accessible in remote communities and illustrate that change is possible through active listening. Read More

Dr. Rolla Wilson, a prominent Canadian figure in radiology and one of the first female radiologists in Canada, died on January 25, 2021 at the age of 92. She was raised in Red Bank, New Brunswick, spent her career in Montreal, Quebec, and moved to Barbados in retirement. Read More

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. Read More

In response to an open call for applications in Fall 2020, the Canadian Radiological Foundation (CRF) and the Canadian Heads of Academic Radiology (CHAR) are pleased to award funding to two research projects related to COVID-19:

1. Using AI to Determine Prevalence of Pre- or Asymptomatic COVID-19 in Patients Undergoing Chest CT for a Non-COVID Indication within Eastern Ontario – A Collaborative Multicenter Observational Study
2. Using Virtual Reality as a Remote Educational Tool During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The hope is that this directed funding will help our community, and most importantly our patients, during these challenging times. Thank you to Bayer for partially supporting these awards. Read More

Dr. Jean Seely, renowned breast radiologist based in Ottawa, is committed to reducing the mortality and morbidity of breast cancer and to providing high quality breast imaging nationally and internationally. This month we highlight her contributions to the field with an emphasis on her interest in diversity, equity, and inclusion in radiology. Dr. Seely suggests strategies to improve gender inequities that hinge on data collection, education, and communication. Read More

The ability of the Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal (CARJ) to publish high-quality scientific and educational content is the direct result of the efforts of its peer reviewers. These tireless volunteers contribute their time and expertise to ensure that the material published in our journal is of the quality and rigour that our readers have come to expect. Read More

Earlier this month Dr. Allan Fox was appointed to the Order of Ontario, the province's highest honour. Dr. Fox is a renowned neuroradiologist who has devoted his career to setting the highest standards for patient care and training in the field. He is a Fellow of the CAR and past recipient of the CAR Gold Medal Award, the Association’s highest honour. He has also undertaken over a decade of humanitarian work in Haifa, Israel. Read More

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. Read More

As a result of the pandemic, the demand for education opportunities and activities has increased significantly. This growing interest in CAR-led continuing professional development (CPD) from the membership and the wider Canadian radiology community has led to a new approach in the development and promotion of CPD opportunities. To steer the CPD Standing Committee in this direction, we are pleased to welcome Dr. Andrew Chung to the role of Committee Chair. He invites members to submit their interest to volunteer on the Committee by December 23. Read More

This month we introduce Dr. Tracey Hillier who has provided medical services both in Canada and globally. She describes her passion for social justice, social accountability and provides measurable and meaningful strategies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in radiology. Read More

From November 2-6, the CAR hosted its first Virtual Week on the Hill. For the last several years the CAR has traditionally hosted the Day on the Hill to coincide with the International Day of Radiology (November 8). The purpose of the Day on the Hill is to advocate for the advancement of radiology at the national level and to raise awareness of the important role that radiologists play in the healthcare system.
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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. Read More

On Saturday, June 6, 2020 for the first time ever, the CAR and Canadian Radiological Foundation held their annual general meetings virtually. We were very pleased with the turnout and the support from our members. Read More

After four years of hard work and dedication, Dr. Matthew McInnes completed his inaugural term as Chair of the CAR Journal Committee. The committee provides strategic advice to the CAR Board related to the CAR Journal. We express our sincere gratitude to Dr. McInnes. Under his leadership, the Committee has provided expert advice on the selection of a new publisher, SAGE, as well as the transition of two Editors in Chief. Read More

I look forward to starting my term as the new Chair of the CAR Resident and Fellow Section (RFS). I am a second-year radiology resident at McGill University who is passionate about student leadership, medical education, and global health. Read More