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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Canada, a time to raise awareness for the disease and connect with those who have been impacted by breast cancer. This month, the CAR will highlight the importance of breast health and the impact of screening on patients across the country. Read More
The CAR Journal Continues to Thrive
Stay up to date with the most recent achievements and developments at the CAR Journal.
- High Marks for Impact and Citations in 2022
- Standing Committee Chair Changes Hands
- New Podcast Launching this Fall
CAR Journal Adds New Members to Editorial and International Advisory Boards
The CAR is pleased to welcome new members to the CAR Journal (CARJ) Editorial Board and International Advisory Board. Read More
Developing Quality Clinical Practice Guidelines at the CAR
As leaders in the Canadian radiology community, it is critical for the CAR to develop national standards and guidelines so patients can receive the optimal radiological result, no matter the procedure. CAR guidelines and clinical practice statements are submitted for open-access publication in the CARJ to disseminate to radiologists across Canada. Read More
CARJ Editorial Team and CAR Member in the Running for the 2022 Minnies Competition
The CAR Journal and a CAR member are in the running for some major recognition at the 2022 Minnies – Aunt Minnie’s annual awards for the “best and brightest in medical imaging.”
This year, Dr. Kate Hanneman from the University of Toronto is a semi-finalist in the Most Influential Radiology Researcher category, and a CARJ study entitled Influences of the Social Media Continuum Model in Radiology: Theory and Reality is a semi-finalist for the Scientific Paper of the Year. Read More
Highlights from the September 2022 Board Meeting
From September 22-24 the CAR Board of Directors gathered in Halifax, Nova Scotia to discuss the upcoming priorities for the fall and to undertake the development of a new strategic plan for the next five years. Despite the challenges presented from Hurricane Fiona, the Board, with representatives from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan (2), Ontario (2), Quebec (2), New Brunswick (2), Nova Scotia, the ACR and a resident representing the Resident and Fellow Section, weathered the storm and had a very productive discussion. The meeting kicked off with a presentation from Dr. Gilles Soulez, CAR President, summarizing the successes and highlights of the last several months. Read More
Summer Presidential Update – Your Membership Matters
With the warmer weather upon us, for many of our members the focus is on summer vacations. I hope that you have been able to get away from work to recharge your batteries. I would like to thank our members for their continued support and recognize the many radiologist leaders who have taken time out of their hectic schedules, even through prime vacation season, to support and lead initiatives that will have a significant impact on patient care in Canada. Read More
Restoring Timely Access to Medical Imaging in Canada: A Prescription for Renewed Radiology Investments
By Gilles Soulez, Ania Kielar, Casey Hurrell, Heidi Schmidt
Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote in 1860 that “the first wealth is health.” After nearly two years of living through the COVID-19 pandemic, ongoing disruptions and delays to diagnostic tests and procedures continue to adversely affect the health and wellbeing of Canadians, with attendant repercussions for the economic wellbeing of the country. Investments are needed now. Read MoreCARJ Editorial Board Profiles: Dr. Andreu Costa and Dr. Elka Miller
Both Drs. Costa and Miller, members of the Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal (CARJ) Editorial Board, consider research as the foundation of medical education and training. Research projects can improve radiology skills and keep the radiologist up to date with changes in the field. At both Dalhousie and the University of Ottawa, teams are conducting patient-centered, clinically impactful research.
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Highlights from the CAR Journal and Editorial Board
The Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal (CARJ) Editorial Board is comprised of members from across Canada that make an invaluable contribution to the journal and are integral to its ongoing success. Recently published articles in the journal illuminate the breadth and quality of radiology research underway in institutions across Canada. This research is often under the leadership or mentorship of members of the Editorial Board. Some of those contributions are highlighted below.
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CARJ Outstanding Reviewer Awards for 2020

New CAR White Paper on AI Provides Guidance on De-identification of Medical Imaging Data

The CAR Journal Committee Welcomes a New Chair!
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.
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Lessons Learned During and Post COVID-19: How Canada Can Become More Resilient and Better Prepared
COVID-19 is the largest health and economic crisis of our time. Millions of people have been affected, causing hundreds of thousands of fatalities in over 217 countries and territories around the world. Read More
CAR Journal – Highlighting research on COVID-19 & More
The Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal (CAR Journal) is committed to publishing the latest radiology research on COVID-19 to help individuals, communities and leaders make the best decisions to deal with the pandemic and its consequences. Read More
The Role of Radiologists in COVID-19: Recommended Workflow in Diagnosis
By Dr. Michael Patlas MD, FRCP, FASER FCAR FSAR
These are difficult times for our healthcare system as a global pandemic sweeps the world. Reports of confirmed cases are on a steady incline and every day we are hearing more and more stories on impacted nations including our own. Radiologists have an important role to play in the diagnosis and assessment of the coronavirus (COVID-19). Read More
CAR Journal – Celebrating 70 years
The Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal (CAR Journal) celebrates 70 years in 2020. The journal is dedicated to publishing articles on cutting-edge diagnostic and therapeutic radiology, as well as guidance on emerging techniques and technologies. Read More
Meet Dr. Carlos Torres – Radiologist, world traveller and athlete
Meet one of the CAR’s newest board members representing Ontario, radiologist, Dr. Carlos Torres. Dr. Torres is an Associate Professor of Radiology at the University of Ottawa, Faculty of Medicine and a staff neuroradiologist at The Ottawa Hospital. Read More
CAR Journal sets a new record for submissions
Since its first publication in 1950, the Canadian Association of Radiologist Journal (CAR Journal) has been dedicated to publishing articles on current, cutting-edge diagnostic and therapeutic radiology as well as guidance on emerging techniques and technologies. Read More
Act now! Renew your CAR Membership
It's time to renew your 2020 CAR membership!
We have been hard at work adding new benefits for CAR members to increase the value of membership. Renew before December 15, 2019, for a chance to win a stay at Le Westin Montreal. Read More