CAR - Canadian Association of Radiologists

The Canadian Association of Radiologists is the national specialty association for radiologists, dedicated to medical imaging excellence in patient care

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RAD Academy September Education Update

August 25, 2023

Are you looking for CME? Get a jump on fulfilling your Royal College MOC requirements with the CAR!

RAD Academy features premium CME activities that are completely accessible anytime and anywhere for CAR members. September is your gateway to uncover a full range of activities, covering a variety of topics - all eligible for MOC credit! Log in to RAD Academy on September 1st to access these new activities!"

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Creating Membership Value – A Message from Your President

June 21, 2023

Celebrating the achievements of a very successful CAR Annual Scientific Meeting this past April, I have begun to embrace my role representing you as your President. The CAR is working on your behalf on many levels to help our members be more successful in their practices. Read More

CAR 2023 – A Tremendous Success!

May 24, 2023

From April 27-30, the CAR Annual Scientific Meeting returned to an in-person event and welcomed over 650 participants.  The meeting was hosted at a new venue – Le Westin Montréal and the theme for this year’s meeting was Advancing Imaging Care Through Innovation. The standing-room-only event drew radiologists, radiology directors, fellows, residents, medical students, sonographers, and medical radiation technologists as well as industry vendors from across Canada. The weekend featured stellar educational sessions with expert speakers, engaging networking opportunities, an award ceremony that spotlighted a presidential transition, and many more amazing events. Read More

Highlights from the April 2023 Board Meeting

May 8, 2023

On April 27, the CAR Board of Directors met during the CAR 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting in Montréal to discuss the upcoming priorities for the association, bid farewell to departing board members, and welcome incoming members. Read More

Canada Leaves a Lasting Impression in Vienna

March 31, 2023

From March 1st-5th, the CAR attended the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) in Vienna, Austria. The ECR is one of the largest annual medical meetings in Europe and the second-largest radiological meeting for radiology professionals, radiographers, physicists, and industry members in the world. Read More

Working Toward Greater Gender Equity in Radiology Through Mentorship

March 31, 2023

Every year in March, the world takes the time to recognize the accomplishments and advancement of women by marking March 8th as International Women’s Day and, in Canada, Canadian Women Physician’s Day on March 11th. “These celebratory days, which have grown in visibility in recent years, offer a starting point to move towards gender equity in everyday and professional life, however, I feel that there is more work to do.” - Dr. Kate Hanneman, University Medical Imaging Toronto (UMIT) Read More

CAR’s Outlook for 2023

January 26, 2023

Tackling Wait Lists, Empowering our Members, and Raising the Profile of Radiology in Canada

By Dr. Gilles Soulez, CAR President

As we come off a very successful year, the CAR is looking forward to capitalizing on our accomplishments and seeking out new opportunities for advancement and enhanced patient care. Read More

2022 – A Year in Review and Outlook for 2023

December 20, 2022

CAR President Dr. Gilles Soulez Shares Highlights from This Past Year
The last two years have been challenging for the radiology community. The pandemic had a dramatic impact on healthcare delivery and changed the way radiologists practice. It also exacerbated the extensive wait times experienced by patients for medical imaging. Even with procedures returning to full capacity, pandemic protocols, while necessary, have added to the time it takes to complete medical imaging tests. Read More

Former SRQ President Believes CME is Central for a Career in Radiology

December 20, 2022

“Presidency of the SRQ was among the best professional experiences I have ever had, and I am most grateful for having been chosen to assume that responsibility,” says Dr. Bruno Morin. He is a radiologist in Laval, QC and served as President of the Société de radiologie du Québec (SRQ) from 2013-14. He says the professional experience he gained showed him the importance of Continuing Medical Education (CME) on maintaining a long and distinguished career in his chosen field of radiology. Read More

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Honours Dr. Bruce Forster

November 23, 2022

University of British Columbia (UBC) professor and CAR member Dr. Bruce Forster was recently honoured for sharing his knowledge and expertise with colleagues in Ireland. Last month, the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RSCI) presented Dr. Forster with the Haughton Medal and an honorary induction into the Faculty of Radiologists of Ireland. Read More

The CETARS Shares Expertise with Radiologists in Ukraine

October 26, 2022

Having lasted for several months, the world is keenly aware of the impact that the military conflict with Russia has had on Ukraine. Among the many losses to social structures and life sustaining systems in Ukraine, the conflict has affected the ability for radiologists and medical professionals to maintain their Continuing Professional Development (CPD), especially as it applies to emergency and trauma imaging. Aiming to provide aid to these professionals as the situation continues, the Canadian Emergency, Trauma, and Acute Care Radiology Society (CETARS) has set up a series of educational webinars focusing on all aspects of emergency and trauma care imaging, using a head-to-toe approach. Read More