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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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The CAR is Your Source for CPD during COVID-19
The CAR is here to support your continuing professional development (CPD) needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. With the cancellation of many medical education events, we know that our members are seeking alternative opportunities to continue their training pursuits and enhance their competencies and skills. Read More
Continuing Professional Development Update – the CAR has you covered!
In an effort to ensure that our members remain at the forefront of medical imaging healthcare and maintain as well as enhance their proficiencies, the CAR is working diligently with the Royal College to devise strategies for compliance with respect to the Maintenance of Certification (MOC) requirements. Read More
CAR 2020 All-star line-up – Don’t miss this meeting
This is your prime opportunity to learn and connect with radiology leaders from around the world. The CAR conference runs April 16-19, 2020, at Le Westin, Montreal. We’ve had a record number of registrants this year 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
Canada Meets ECR 2020 – How Canada’s taking centre-stage in Europe
With the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) less than two months away, now is the time to register to reserve your spot. Read More
Join us at CAR 2020 for interactive workshops and CSTR 2020
CAR – A year in review and future direction for 2020
I am confident with the direction that the CAR is heading and the progress that our association is making. Canadians have become more aware of the value of radiology and the role that radiologists play in the healthcare team. Read More
Advantages of membership: offering a member discount on CAR 2020 registration
Want to save money on CAR 2020 registration? Your CAR membership gives you up to 30% off registration. Read More
RAD Academy is Expanding – celebrating over a year of success
Since its launch in September 2018, the CAR’s learning management system, RAD Academy, continues to expand its offerings. With new activities being added continuously, CAR members have exclusive access to innovative eLearning opportunities from global leaders in radiology on emerging trends and technologies, tips and techniques to improve patient care as well as enhance their knowledge and competencies across the CanMEDS framework. 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
The Call for Abstracts for CAR 2020 is Now Open! Enter to Win $2,000 and attend “Canada Meets ECR 2020”
The Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR) invites you to submit your abstract(s) for CAR 2020.
Successful CAR abstract submissions will be considered for three $2,000 prizes to present and attend ECR 2020. This year the CAR has been invited to showcase Canadian research in Vienna. There are three opportunities available: one specific to residents and the two others for full-practice radiologists. Read More
Do you see what I see? New Gd Modules on RAD Academy
New Module on Rad Academy: Updated Clinical Practice Guideline on the Use of Gadolinium-Based Contrast Agents in Kidney Disease
Last month the Updated Clinical Practice Guideline on the Use of Gadolinium-Based Contrast Agents in Kidney Disease was released in the August 2019 issue of the CARJ. In collaboration with Dr. Nicola Schieda (The Ottawa Hospital and The University of Ottawa), the CAR has developed a complementary module to support the updated guideline and provide an overview of key takeaways. Read MoreDo not miss your opportunity to partake in St-Michael/CAR’s MRI Symposium
Register Now for the 6th Annual St. Michael’s MRI Symposium
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Save the Date – 34th Organ Imaging Review Conference!
September 20-22, 2019, Marriott Downtown, Toronto
Mark your calendar for the 34th Annual Organ Imaging Review Conference. This event will provide a practical radiology review highlighting updates and advances in diagnostic imaging in various modalities through didactic and interactive case-based review sessions. Read More
Welcome Dr. Patlas, the new Editor-in-Chief of the Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal
In June 2019, Dr. Mehran Midia stepped down as Editor-in-Chief of the CAR Journal due to personal reasons. We would like to take this opportunity to thank Dr. Midia for his valuable contribution to the journal. His participation as Editor-in-Chief has been significant and we truly appreciate the time and effort. Read More
Highlights from the Second Annual CSBI Conference
The Canadian Society of Breast Imaging (CSBI) kicked off its second annual conference on Saturday, May 18th, 2019 over the Victoria Day long weekend in historic Quebec City. The conference, held in conjunction with the Société de Radiologie du Québec and Canadian Organization of Medical Physicists, welcomed over 200 radiologists, physicists, medical radiation technologists and family physicians. Read More
New Insights4Imaging content coming soon to the CAR RAD Academy
The Canadian Association of Radiologists is accredited by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada to provide continuing professional development (CPD) for physicians. In collaboration with the CAR, the CARJ has developed a journal-based CPD activity, Insights4Imaging, to assist radiologists in reducing perceived and unperceived knowledge gaps related to research and clinical issues in radiology. Read More
CAR 2019 ASM Workshop Registration is now open
Registration for workshops at the CAR 2019 annual scientific meeting is open. This year we’re offering two hands-on interactive workshops: CT Colonography and Prostate MRI. Read More