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
The influence of the CARJ among academic journals is rising rapidly, proven by the latest Impact Factor ratings.
The CAR is proud to announce the Impact Factor for 2025 is 3.7 - a sharp increase from 2.9 in 2024. Read More
Working to shape the future generation of radiologists is a critical priority for the CAR, and one member was recognized for her excellent work with residents at the Western University Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry. Read More
Woman trainees and radiologists from across Canada are now better equipped to take on the challenges of leading in the field of radiology, thanks to an innovative workshop hosted by the University of Dalhousie.
The Dalhousie Physician Leadership Workshop for Women in Radiology took place virtually on Saturday, February 1, hosted by the university's Department of Diagnostic Radiology and the Canadian Radiology Women, with financial support from the Canadian Radiological Foundation. Read More
Several key metrics for the CAR Journal (CARJ) were on an upward trajectory in 2024 and continued rising in the new year.
With the incredible number of publications and guidelines in the CARJ, total submissions, downloads, and citations have all seen a notable increase. Read More
A new, multi-disciplinary project has put forward a set of recommendations for evaluating musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions with the aim of streamlining the medical imaging processes.
The CAR collaborated with Choosing Wisely Canada (CWC) and experts from a variety of medical specialties to put together their new MSK imaging recommendations. Read More
The CAR's dedicated day of virtual education for trainees saw a major boost in attendance this year.
The 2025 Virtual Trainee Day took place online on Tuesday, February 11 and had more than 160 participants. Read More
The CAR is moving into the new year aiming to build on the momentum of 2024, taking on the challenges facing radiology and Canadian patients with care and determination. Read More
The Affiliate Societies are an essential part of the CAR and play a critical role in shaping the educational content for the Annual Scientific Meeting. These societies bring together experts who are dedicated to representing their subspecialties and sharing their knowledge with the radiology community. Read More
Being a Radiologist-in-Training is a critical early step to a promising career in radiology, one with many questions and uncertainties, which is why the CAR has put together an entire day of trainee-focused education.
Virtual Trainee Day takes place on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, and is themed Bones Uncovered: Essential Approaches for MSK Radiology. Read More
A CAR member in Toronto is being honoured by the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) for his impact on radiology education. Dr. Satheesh Krishna will receive the RSNA Rising Star Award at RSNA 2024. Read More
Reviewing and editing submissions for the Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal (CARJ) requires detailed coordination and the tireless work of many hands. The CAR and the CARJ are pleased to congratulate the 2024 Outstanding Reviewers and welcome the new faces who are taking part in the Reviewer Mentorship Program and as Editors-in-Training. Read More
Insights into current innovations and future potential of tomosynthesis were on display in Winnipeg earlier this month. The CAR hosted the Breast Imaging Forum with a featured presentation by breast health expert and CAR member Dr. Raman Verma. Read More
The CAR Affiliate Societies are launching a variety of dynamic initiatives aimed at advancing the field of radiology through their subspecialties. These include innovative guidelines, collaborative projects, networking opportunities, webinars, and educational projects. Read More
Two radiologists are finishing up their time as Editors-in-Training (EIT) of the CAR Journal (CARJ). Dr. Hannah Hughes and Dr. Karl Narvacan have both spent the past year working under the leadership of other CAR members as part of the EIT program. Read More
A winning project at CAR 2024 is receiving added recognition from Canada's leading radiology journal.
Pediatric Neurosonography: A Comprehensive Review and Systematic Approach won first place at CAR 2024's Abstract Competition in the Educational Exhibits category. This paper was also selected to receive the prestigious honour of being published in the Canadian Association of Radiology Journal (CARJ). Read More
Presenting your work at the CAR's Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) Abstract Competition is often a career-defining experience, and the first step is to submit your abstract for CAR 2025. Read More
Attend presentations from leading speakers, network with members of the CAR Board, and more in September and October. The CAR's Event Calendar is loaded with opportunities for CME credits on subspecialty topics, networking events, and much more.
Take a quick look at the upcoming events led by the CAR and collaborations with an amazing group of organizations. Read More
