Every Heartbeat, Every Breath: Deciphering Cardiothoracic Radiology
Wednesday, February 10th, 2027 @ 10:30 am – 4:00 pm ET
REGISTRATION STARTS NOVEMBER 2026.
This year’s theme is “Every Heartbeat, Every Breath: Deciphering Cardiothoracic Radiology”. The program features four presentations from experts across Canada on key clinical topics in cardiothoracic radiology, and one session on fellowship applications, including an FAQ session.
Goals
- Apply a systematic approach to common and clinically significant thoracic and cardiovascular imaging findings.
- Recognize imaging features that distinguish common diagnoses from potentially urgent or malignant pathology.
- Analyze CT and MRI findings in the context of clinical presentations to support appropriate diagnostic reasoning.
Objectives
By the of Virtual Trainee Day 2027, participants will be able to:
- Apply a structured approach to the imaging assessment of incidental pulmonary nodules.
- Recognize the key CT imaging features of acute aortic syndromes.
- Describe the clinical applications and fundamental imaging principles of cardiac CT and MRI.
- Classify common interstitial lung disease patterns on high-resolution CT.
Interactive Opportunities
Interactive Game
A case will be presented to participants, who will have the option to attempt a diagnosis. Those who correctly identify the diagnosis will be entered into a prize draw!
Hot Seat Sessions
In these sessions, residents will volunteer to be presented a series of imaging cases and will be encouraged to diagnose and discuss the findings with the expert speakers. All residents will have the opportunity to take different cases.
The primary goal of these fast-paced sessions is to promote critical thinking, enhance diagnostic skills, and provide residents with the opportunity to receive feedback from experienced radiologists and senior residents in a supportive and collaborative environment. Residents will have the option to attend the Junior Hot Seat (PGY 1-3) or Senior Hot Seat (PGY 4-5) session.
Speaker Biographies
Virtual Trainee Day Working Group
- Dr. Chloé DesRoche – RFS Chair
Queen’s University - Dr. Rui Ning Gong – past-RFS Chair
Université de Montréal - Dr. Kathleen MacMillan – ASM Planning Committee Trainee Representative
Dalhousie University - Dr. Neel Mistry – ASM Planning Committee Trainee Representative
University of Saskatchewan - Dr. Rushali Gandhi – RFS Education Subcommittee Representative
University of Toronto
Past Virtual Trainee Day Presentations
All past presentations are available on the CAR Member Portal under CPD on Demand.