Public discourse has recently surrounded protocols for breast screening in Canada and how the country approaches women's breast health. This discussion was prompted by the release of the draft recommendations on screening for breast cancer by the Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care (CTFPHC) on May 30^th. Read More

Iodinated contrast agents have undergone significant evolution since the 1960s. In the ideal world, a contrast agent should have maximal efficacy (maximal attenuation of x-rays) and maximal safety (produce no adverse effects).  In the real world, maximal safety means that a contrast agent should have minimal toxic or adverse effects on the body functions and preserve patient comfort. A champion of this challenge was the Swedish clinical radiologist Torsten Almén¹. Read More

After several rounds of member and participant feedback, the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada will be implementing changes to its Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Framework. Read More

The CAR Affiliate Societies are thrilled to share the tremendous engagement and growth at this year's Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) and beyond. The level of participation exceeded expectations, reflecting dynamic communities eager to connect and contribute within their radiology subspecialties. Read More

It is with sadness that the CAR shares the news of the passing of Dr. Douglas MacEwan from Manitoba. On April 1, 2024, at the age of 99, Dr. MacEwan passed away peacefully in his Winnipeg home.

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CAR Board Member Dr. Jana Taylor took the stage as part of a panel of experts from the public, private, and non-profit sectors speaking on their work experiences as women in their respective industries. Read More

The CAR is thrilled to congratulate Dr. Carole Dennie on recently being appointed Chair of the University of Ottawa Department of Radiology, Radiation Oncology, and Medical Physics and Head of The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) Department of Medical Imaging. Read More

Radiology research and academia are critical areas of the field. The Canadian bodies most directly involved with academic radiology, the Canadian Heads of Academic Radiology (CHAR) and the Canadian Association of Radiology Journal (CARJ), came together at CAR 2024 to discuss major priorities and ongoing projects. Read More

It is the CAR's pleasure to announce the award winners for the Affiliate Societies that were presented during the CAR 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting. These awards were presented to recognize the exceptional contributions the recipients have made to their respective Affiliate Society and subspecialty field in radiology. Read More

Advancing the field of radiology requires a round-the-clock effort, and those who dedicate their time deserve recognition. The CAR 2024 Awards were presented to extraordinary leaders whose contributions move the profession forward and improve patient care. Read More

With internationally renowned plenary session speakers, cutting-edge educational sessions, and engaging networking opportunities, CAR 2024 was a resounding success. Read More

One of the significant changes to the CAR 2024 program is the addition of longer and more frequent breaks throughout the event, allowing everyone to connect with speakers and catch up with colleagues. Attendees will also have the chance to find out more about other organizations within the CAR umbrella, like the five Affiliate Societies. With plenty of time each day, there are lots of opportunities to network, socialize, and celebrate excellence in radiology. Read More

Supported by GE HealthCare

If you are early in your radiology career and would like direction in areas of your interest, then the Virtual Trainee Day is a must-attend event. Virtual Trainee Day takes place on Friday, April 5 and features veteran speakers in the field of radiology aiming to share their expertise and experience with trainees. Read More

Representatives from the five CAR Affiliate Societies will be at CAR 2024 and are looking forward to connecting with you! Check out all the CAR Affiliate Societies' upcoming networking opportunities. Read More

While most of us are excited to watch the upcoming Paris Olympic Games as fans from the comfort of our couches, one CAR member will travel to France to take part in providing care for the world's greatest athletes. Dr. Bruce Forster will make the journey overseas as part of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) medical team. Read More

Canada's radiology community is dedicated and innovative. The European Congress of Radiology (ECR) 2024 offered a platform to demonstrate these qualities by engaging with medical societies and collaborating on an international stage. CAR President Dr. Ania Kielar, Past-President Dr. Gilles Soulez, and CEO Nick Neuheimer attended the event in Vienna, Austria from February 28-March 3. Read More

Presented by GE HealthCare

Earlier this year, GE HealthCare announced Health Canada's approval of Omnipaque injection for Oral use, making it the first and only low-osmolar iodinated contrast media approved for oral use in Canada. Omnipaque injection for Oral Use is indicated in adults and pediatrics ¹. Read More

Negotiating is a professional skill that needs to be learned and developed, and while some are great at negotiation, it does not come naturally to most. Earlier in February, the CAR partnered with the University of Toronto (U of T) Department of Medical Imaging to host Women in Radiology: Negotiation Skills, an informative evening dedicated to discussing the importance of negotiation in radiology careers, share stories of personal negotiation experience, and outline steps on how women in radiology can improve this skillset. Read More

Academic journals like the Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal (CARJ) and many others would not be possible without the dedicated work of peer reviewers. For CAR member Dr. Anass Benomar, the peer reviewing experience has been a rewarding journey. Read More

The Affiliate Societies are an important part of the CAR and are critical to creating the educational content featured at CAR 2024. These groups are collections of experts who are dedicated to representing their subspecialty and disseminating their expertise. In addition to developing relevant educational sessions each year, the Affiliate Societies take the opportunity to meet CAR members by holding Business Meetings and a Networking Dinner in conjunction with CAR 2024. Read More