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Radiology departments consist of a variety of overlapping and intersecting responsibilities, with tremendous interplay between disciplines. This can make managing the professional relationships between radiologists, technologists, booking clerks, nurses, and others a complex challenge. Read More
Work with Colleagues in Your Subspecialty and Join the CSAR Executive Committee
Joining a CAR Affiliate Society is a great way to network with colleagues who share an interest in your subspecialty, and the Canadian Society of Abdominal Radiology (CSAR) Executive Committee has a fantastic volunteer opportunity. Read More
Busy Month Ahead: Upcoming CAR Education and Events
The CAR continues to diversify and expand its catalogue of educational offerings, and September promises to be a busy month. The next few weeks are full of exciting content with an upcoming series of webinars, covering topics relevant to a range of subspecialties. Read More
The Importance of the Radiologists in the Diagnosis and Management of Interstitial Lung Diseases (ILD)
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Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is an umbrella term for a diverse group of pulmonary disorders that affect the interstitium, have similar clinical, radiologic, physiologic, or histologic features and may ultimately lead to fibrosis of the lungs. Read MoreRevolving CT Care Around Patients – CAR’s CT Accreditation Program and the Niagara Health Engagement Network
“I feel heard,” says Catherine Bourque.
Bourque is a Patient Partner with the Niagara Health Engagement Network (NHEN), a group in the Niagara Health community who are patients and/or family members that have received care and want to be actively involved in improving local healthcare. The CAR is currently developing a national CT Accreditation Program, now in the pilot stage at Niagara Health in the Niagara region, the central focus of which is to listen to and incorporate the input of patients requiring CT services. Read More
RSNA Appoints CAR’s Dr. Bo Gong for Artificial Intelligence Trainee Editorial Board
Incorporating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the field of radiology is a significant priority for the Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR), and one distinctive CAR member has plans to move the matter forward internationally. Dr. Bo Gong, CAR AI Standing Committee member and Editor-in-Training at the CAR Journal (CARJ), has been appointed to the Radiological Society of North America’s (RSNA) AI Trainee Editorial Board for a two-year term that begins in January 2023. Read More
Remembering Dr. Andrew van der Westhuizen, Radiology Leader in BC
The CAR is saddened to share news of the recent passing of radiologist and long time CAR member Dr. Andrew van der Westhuizen. Read More
Call Out for a New Executive Committee Member to Join the Canadian Society of Abdominal Radiology (CSAR)
The CAR Affiliate Societies are an excellent way to network with colleagues in your subspecialty, and the Canadian Society of Abdominal Radiology (CSAR) has a fantastic opportunity to participate. CSAR is looking for one member-at-large to join its Executive Committee for a two-year term, renewable twice. The Executive Committee meets three to four times a year and works on ongoing projects. Read More
Announcing QUEST: Introduction to Lung Cancer Screening
The Screening team at the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer (the Partnership) supports developing cancer screening initiatives in collaboration with a broad range of partners to improve quality and equity of screening for breast, cervical, colorectal, and lung cancer in Canada. One of their main initiatives, the Canadian Strategy for Cancer Control, is to strengthen existing screening efforts and implement lung cancer screening programs across Canada. That is where the Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR), with its successful history of a Mammography Accreditation Program became involved. The CAR and CSTR are excited to announce the launch of the first program in the CAR’s QUEST curriculum: Introduction to Lung Cancer Screening. Read More
Harnessing the Cloud – AWS Summit Ottawa
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Discover how Canadian organizations of all sizes are using the cloud to innovate rapidly, improve citizens’ lives, and transform their operations at AWS Summit Ottawa on September 8, 2022. Read MoreCARJ Editorial Board: Journal is Strengthening in Quality and Impact
The CAR Journal (CARJ) continues to be an important educational pillar of the radiology community in Canada and internationally. The Journal brings together the best work and scientific activities from radiologists who engage with the field’s most challenging topics and earlier this year, reached an all-time high Impact Factor of 4.186. Read More
The CAR & CHAR: Progressing Radiology as a Specialty Practice Across Canada
For over four decades, the Canadian Heads of Academic Radiology (CHAR) have been an expanding authority in promoting radiology education, research, and academic practice among Canadian academic institutions. The CHAR is an association that brings together the Heads of the 16 academic radiology departments in Canadian universities. Read More
Clinical Decision Support Systems: Maintaining a Critical Link in Patient Care
The relationship between patient, radiologist, and primary care physician is critical when determining the best course of action for diagnostic imaging. Clinical Decision Support (CDS) systems can better facilitate the exchange of information in this relationship to ensure patients receive the test they need in the time they need it.
“We often imagine that most medical care occurs in hospitals when in actuality it occurs in primary care in the community,” says Dr. Cathy MacLean. “Family Physicians and NPs rely on radiology referrals every day in active practice.” Read More
Join the CAR Affiliate Societies today!
The CAR Affiliate Societies are integrated with the CAR and provide the opportunity for close collaboration on education, research, and advocacy activities with the Canadian radiology community. Come and collaborate with us and make a difference.
Discover the roles, goals, and objectives of each Affiliate Society: Read More
Insights on Leading Ergonomic Improvement in Radiology Workstations
Have you ever felt soreness or discomfort after spending hours at your workstation? Instead of enhancing the work of a radiologist or trainee, workstations are often the cause of musculoskeletal discomfort that can quickly inflame injury or lead to burnout. Dr. Charlotte Yong-Hing led a national ergonomics survey and presented the results during a plenary session at CAR 2022's Trainee Day. Dr. Yong-Hing believes that making knowledge of proper ergonomics more common in the radiology community will have a positive impact, improving the well-being and productivity of radiologists and trainees. Read More
Dr. Kiana Lebel Brings Experience in EDI and Mentorship to RFS Chair Role
The CAR Resident and Fellow Section will be under new leadership in the upcoming academic year. Dr. Kiana Lebel is set to take over as RFS Chair for 2022-23, a role previously occupied by the departing RFS Chair Dr. Jessica Dobson. Read More
Meet the CAR Affiliate Society Presidents
Each of the CAR Affiliate Societies are led by incredible professionals. Meet each of the Presidents and get to know their thoughts on being integrated with the CAR, which provides many opportunities for close collaboration on education, research, and advocacy activities with the Canadian radiology community. Read More
The Next Evolution in Ultrasound
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The Arietta 850 SE's ultrasound platform responds to high expectations to answer the ever-increasing demands of medical professionals. Read MoreCAR 2022 Snapshot
Thanks to all the participants, sponsors, and staff who made CAR 2022 an overwhelming success! The event featured prominent speakers, engaging presentations, and fun social events. Review the CAR 2022 Snapshot today. Read More
2022 Budget and Federal Support for Medical Imaging
Earlier this month, the Minister of Finance unveiled the 2022 Federal Budget. The focus of this year's budget was largely centred around affordable housing and the environment. From a healthcare perspective it was quite light and most of the health-related spending was targeted towards the pandemic recovery. Read More