Search Tag: radiologist
2016 27 Sep
A line is often drawn between radiologists and clinicians. Several articles published recently touch upon the concept that there should be a distinction between radiologists and clinicians thus implying that radiologists are nonclinicians. While there may be some truth to this, the fact is that passing on such a broad statement as to classify...Read more
2016 06 Apr
Anna has been undergoing treatment for breast cancer, and sits, hopeful and concerned, next to her physician. Dr. Sara Karlsson picks up a tablet and accesses Anna’s most recent radiology report in three taps. Sara reads the report, selects a thumbnail image, and places the tablet between them. Rather than explain what each line of text means,...Read more
2015 10 Dec
The British Institute of Radiology (BIR) is a multidisciplinary membership organisation connecting all those with a professional interest in imaging science and radiation technology. Core values We believe in the value of multidisciplinary collaboration to combat disease; We believe that every effort should be made to optimise the use of radiation...Read more
2016 10 Jan
Returning to the very popular Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, Dr. Emily Conant has designed this course for radiologists who interpret breast imaging full- or part-time. The course content will include up-to-date reviews of breast imaging fundamentals aimed at improving interpretative skills and diagnostic acumen in mammography, tomosynthesis, ultrasound,...Read more
2014 21 Sep
According to a report in the American Journal of Roentgenology , radiologists can improve their health by increasing their physical activity during their work shifts. This can be facilitated by installing standing workstations and exercise equipment in their reading rooms. Sedentary Shifts Since radiology is more or less a sedentary...Read more