The International Association of Forensic Radiographers would like to invite you to join us for a day filled discussing advances in forensic Imaging.
Please register at: WWW.IAFR.ORG.UK/EVENTS
Presentations will include:
Utilization of CT Imaging in Forensics · New RCR Guidelines for SPA · Paediatric Imaging in Forensics· Forensic Pathology· Case studies· Role of HM Coroner · Advances in Forensic Imaging. Lunch will be provided.
EARLY BIRD TICKETS
£56.25 IAFR Members
£75 Non-Members
£40 Students

AFTER 12TH AUGUST
£76 IAFR Members
£95 Non-Members
£40 Students
The IAFR will be hosting the AGM at 13:00. All IAFR members are invited.

The University of Edinburgh and NHS Lothian jointly developed this online IOFB reviewing course, for MR trained radiographers, designed to confer competency in the identification of metallic intra-orbital foreign bodies on orbital radiographs and which contraindicate MR scanning.
The Edinburgh Imaging Academy deliver this online intra orbital foreign body (IOFB) reviewing course, 3 times per year (March, July and November). The online distance learning platform allows flexible, self paced learning, which is easily integrated around work schedules and personal commitments.
The course has received excellent feedback from applicants, such as:
- ‘The course was great. Thanks so much’
- ‘Good course, challenging at points. The practice images really helped’
- 'This course was a fantastic find.'
 
Fee cost £110
Society of Radiographers accredited.
Course details: www.ed.ac.uk/edinburgh-imaging/iofb-review   
Please email us for further information - imaging.academy@ed.ac.uk or alternatively view this and other online short courses at www.ed.ac.uk/edinburgh-imaging/academy .
IOFB Reviewing - Video Introduction: https://youtu.be/J1Xf4G31GRU

The University of Edinburgh and NHS Lothian jointly developed this online IOFB reviewing course, for MR trained radiographers, designed to confer competency in the identification of metallic intra-orbital foreign bodies on orbital radiographs and which contraindicate MR scanning.

The Edinburgh Imaging Academy deliver this online intra-orbital foreign body (IOFB) reviewing course, 3 times per year (March, July and November). The online distance learning platform allows flexible, self paced learning, which is easily integrated around work schedules and personal commitments.

We have received excellent feedback from applicants, such as:
- ‘The course was great. Thanks so much’
- ‘Good course, challenging at points. The practice images really helped’
- 'This course was a fantastic find.'

Fee cost £110
Society of Radiographers accredited.

Website: www.ed.ac.uk/edinburgh-imaging/iofb-reviewing

Please email us for further information - imaging.academy@ed.ac.uk or alternatively view this and other online short courses at www.ed.ac.uk/edinburgh-imaging/academy .

IOFB Reviewing - Video Introduction: https://youtu.be/J1Xf4G31GRU

Paediatric Radiology Study Day 
September 7th 2018
Whittington Hospital London N19 5NF 
This event is aimed at radiographers wanting to improve or update their skills and knowledge of paediatric radiography and radiology. It will also be of interest to radiology trainees
To Register go to : 
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/paediatric-radiology-study-day-for-radiog...
Programme
0830 registration
0900 Welcome
09. 10 Non Accidental Injury - new Standards
How to implement the changes
Speaker TBC
10.00 - 10 45
How I do it - Dealing with a sick child
Dealing with the parents - tricky situations
Senior Radiographer Evelina Children’s Hospital
1045 - 11 05 coffee.
11 05 - 11 45
The child with the limp. When and what to x Ray
Dr Nick Owen, Consultant Radiologist Whittington Hospital
11 45 - 12 30
ED and trauma radiology
Dr Santos Rui. Consultant Radiologist Guys and St Thomas’ Hospital SE1
12 45- 1 30 lunch.
1 30 - 2.15 pm
Sedation for imaging and MRI - how I do it
Ms Monal Patel, MRI radiographer GOSH, Mr Adrian Trinidade MRI Radiographer and Deputy Imaging Manager , Nursing Sister Whittington Hospital
2. 15 – 3.00
Neonatal imaging - how I do it.
3.00 – 3. 30
Radiographers role in paediatric imaging – How to develop this? Can they report?
Speakers TBC
3 30 – 3 50 Tea
3 50 – 4 30
Interactive session of interesting cases.

NIRAD presents a study-day tagged "Professionalism in Radiography Practices" as part of its 4th annual scientific conference and exhibition event.
The study-day/conference is aimed mainly at Radiographers trained and recruited from abroad to equip them in adjusting to a new working environment. The event is equally aimed at newly qualified UK trained Radiographers who wishes to understand the basic concepts of professionalism in a relatively new profession, as well as experienced Radiographers who wishes to engage in a unique CPD activity and share the experiences of Radiographers from various cultures and background with the aim to further create a good working environment amongst Radiographers in a multicultural Britain.
Several topics presented will consider the 10 HCPC's Standards of Conduct, Performance & Ethics and Fitness to Practice, exploring the various aspects of radiography where standards apply in day to day practice. Sub-topics include equality and diversity, bullying, harrasment and raicism, career progression - autonomous/advanced practitioner, professional indemnity, etc
AGENDA
08:30 - Arrival of delegates
08:45 - Registration
09:00 - General information and housekeeping by Conference Planning Committee
09:15 - Welcome address by NIRAD President - Dr Chyke Oheugbe
09:30 - HCPC's presentation on standards of conduct, performance & ethics and fitness to practice.
10:00 - Reflections of a newly qualified UK trained Radiographer
10:15 - Reflections of a Radiographer recruited from abroad
10:30 - Lecture 1 - Sheila Hassan, Ex-President Society of Radiographers
11:15 - Tea break
11:30 - Reflections of on the role of an advanced practitioner (Reporting Radiographer)
11:45 - Reflections on the role of an advanced practitioner (Sonographer)
12:00 - Reflections on the role of a Superintendent Radiographer
12:15 - Lecture 2 - Exploring the roles of an autonomous/advanced practitioner - Prof Sherril Spencer, Lecturer, Kingston University
13:00 - Lunch Break
13:30 - Reflections from Radiographer with impaired fitness to practice ("Struck-off")
13:45 - Lecture 3 -
14:30 - Your professional body and You - SOR, UNISON, BMUS, NIRAD
15:30 - Professional Indemnity by Callum Goulding Cert CII, Insync Insurance Solution Ltd.
16:00 - Abstract 1
16:30 - Abstract 2
16:45 - Annual General Meeting (Members only)
17:45 - Elections (Members only)
18:45 - Dinner, Award and Dance! Dance!! Dance!!!
20:45 - Departure
Kindly contact 07459851340, 07931186702, 07956206102 for further enquiries.
Payment Options:
a) Website: www.nirad-uk.org
b) BACS: NIRAD Acct No: 31672965, Sort Code: 60-06-20
c) Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/nigerian-radiographers-in-diaspora-nirad-...
d) At the door

This one day course is aimed at Diagnostic Radiographers (students and qualified) who are looking to improve their job prospects and/or interview skills.
The course takes the delegate through the entire journey from choosing the right post and completing an application form, to the interview experience.
The open day will include:

• Preparing for employment
• Making the most of NHS jobs
• How managers shortlist
• Preparing for the interviews
• Interview and assessment methods
• What happens next?
• An opportunity to visit the Radiology department.

Lunch and refreshments will also be provided on the day together with a CPD certificate and a delegate's pack.
There will also be a chance to buy a copy of the book "Succeeding at Interviews" by Brigitte Kaviani.
 

This CPD accredited event will provide an opportunity for attendees to hear from expert speakers on topics that are crucial to the care of those affected by brain tumours. It will bring together the brain tumour healthcare professional community to share and develop best practice across the sector. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. This will be a great opportunity to meet and network with other healthcare professionals from across the UK.
Target audience: radiographers, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses
To book: https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/get-support/for-healthcare-profess...

Mid Yorkshire NHS Trust is holding 2 study days designed to cover the practical aspect of reporting cranial CT scans and different pathologies encountered.
Each day can be attended individually but to experience all aspects of reporting attendance on both days recommended.
The talks will be given by a mixture of consultant radiologists and experienced reporting radiographers with an opportunity to issue practice reports using teaching cases with support and feedback from experienced reporters.

Dates Saturday 22nd September 2018 and Saturday 13th October 2018

Are you about to become a final year Radiography student, or are you an experienced Radiographer looking for a change......why not pay us a visit at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital in the beautiful county of Norfolk!
We are incredibly proud of our ISAS acredited Imaging department, and the links to one of the first Radiology Academies in the country. We would like to invite you to visit us on Saturday 22nd September 11am-3pm.
Why not make a day of it.....tour our fantastic department in the morning, chat to some of the team over a free lunch, and then potentially have an informal interview in the afternoon to secure your future career!!
Currently delivering in the region of 500,000 examinations per annum across nine modalities, the department is still growing. With a new Interventional Radiology Complex recently approved, and plans for a future Diagnostic Assessment Centre we need dynamic, talented people to help us grow and evolve.
Norwich is directly linked to London Liverpool Street Station with regular trains. There is a direct bus from Norwich Train Station to the hospital. Alternatively we are easily accessible by car.
To book a place, or for any queries regarding the Open Day please contact us at NNUHImaging@nnuh.nhs.uk
For further information please see our opportunities at www.nnuh.nhs.uk/working-for-us or follow our Twitter account @NNUH_Imaging.
We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to our department.  
 
 

The Edinburgh Imaging Academy delivers part time, online distance learning programmes in Neuroimaging for Research or Medical Imaging. Applicants can gain either a Certificate, Diploma or Masters award from the world class University of Edinburgh.
The online learning format allows applicants to continue to work from their existing location, enjoying the flexible, self-paced learning of online courses.
Applicants can decide to do a short online course from £820, or elect to complete the Certificate (takes 1-2yrs P/T), Diploma (2-4yrs P/T) or Masters (3-6yrs).
Further information: www.ed.ac.uk/edinburgh-imaging/academy 
Video Introduction: https://youtu.be/oLAS6xmvTC8
 

Aimed at current MRI radiographers who are new to cardiac imaging this 1 day course will cover the practical aspects of performing a cardiac MRI examination with sessions covering relevant physics, cardiac anatomy, scanning planes, ECG gating and image optimisation.  It will also cover clinical topics including cardiomyopathies, cardiac valve disease, ischaemic heart disease and Adenosine stress examinations.
The content will be delivered by an experienced team of radiologists, cardiologists and senior MRI radiographers.
Lunch, morning and afternoon tea and coffee is provided.
 
For more information and course programme visit:
https://cmrforrad.wixsite.com/cmrcourse

To book a place on the course please visit our Eventbrite page:
https://cmrforrad.eventbrite.com/?aff=SOR

Prostate cancer diagnosis pathways and management options are rapidly changing. Techmological advances have aided improved targeted diagnosis and bespoke management of this common disease. Join the specialist urology and radiology team delivering this study day to get the latest information and guidance in prostate cancer care.
 
The programme includes;

• MRI techniques and reporting
• Ultrasound Imaging
• Prostate biopsy techniques including the use of new technologies aiding focussed targeted biopsy
• Surgical Management incluidng the use of Da Vinci robots

This study day is highly recommended for radiologists, sonographers, urologists and specialist nurses working in the feild of prostate cancer care.
 
www.bmus.org/mediacentre/events/bmus-prostate-cancer-study-day/
 

The 11th annual Rapidology MRI Study Day is back at the Royal Free London NHS FT, on Saturday 6th October 2018 with an exciting programme from World Class. The programme includes Liver MRI, Small bowel MRI, Neck MRI, Prostate MRI, Ovarian MRI, and Breast MRI.  Each lecturer will go through techniques and pathological appearances.
The cost of the Study Day is £100. Hot Indian lunch and refreshments are included. There is an early bird offer of £85 for those whose applications are received before the 1st September 2018. Accredited by the College of Radiographers for CPD NOW.
For application form and full programme go to:

http://www.rapidology.co.uk/MRI.aspx

****** SAVE THE DATE *******
The South West Regional SoR Committee present:
HEAD, SHOULDERS, KNEES & TOES The Study Day.
Saturday 6th October 
Buckfast Abbey, TQ11 0EE

Book Member and Student tickets 

Book Non Member tickets
To register your interest please contact Claire West : Claire.West@poole.nhs.uk 

Spend a Day with Dr Kanal in Edinburgh, MRI Safety Matters® presents Dr Emanuel Kanal at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (https://www.eicc.co.uk/visiting/how-to-get-here/). An informal yet intense MRI safety educational event. Participate in his legendary Q+A session on any MRI safety topic. Delegates will receive the innovative MagnetVision™ app. for free. Lunch and a drinks reception included. . #mrsafety2018

Spend a Day with Dr Kanal, https://www.eicc.co.uk/whats-on/spend-a-day-with-dr-kanal/. Come to the beautiful city of Edinburgh for this exciting one-day event with Dr Emanuel Kanal. Be part of Dr Kanal's legendary Q & A session on any MRI safety topic. All delegates will also receive the innovative MagnetVision™ app.(worth over £200) for free as well as lunch and a drinks reception, (https://www.eicc.co.uk/visiting/how-to-get-here/).In this packed programme you will also learn about:

• Gadolinium Deposition and Retention; what really is happening?
• A Safety overview of Electromagnetic Fields
• How the MagnetVision™ app works

To book your place and for full programme visit www.AngioManchester.eventbrite.co.uk

Cost: Early bird - £20 (ends 12th September); Standard - £30

A study day aimed at radiographers in the early stage of their career and all allied health professionals with an interest in radiology.
This informative day will enable delegates to interpret X-Ray images in the acute setting, developing their skills in evaluating radiographic appearances; with the aim to improve patient outcome through reduced missed diagnoses.
Topics covered include

• Trauma MSK
• Fracture Classification
• Common Pathology
• Normal Variants
• Acute Abdomen
• Chest
• Paediatric SPA.

£50 Including excellent curry lunch (alternative available on request)

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals is running a half-day course delivered by ARC Antenatal Results & Choices aimed at sonographers that focuses on the importance of delivering sensitive care within the context of antenatal screening and the diagnosis of fetal anomaly, which includes:

• Introduction - ARC's work
• Impact of a prenatal diagnosis
• Context - prenatal diagnosis and beyond
• Effective communication
• Parent-centred principles

For an application form and more details please email CourseEnquiries@sth.nhs.uk.
 

An educational meeting organised and funded by Bayer plc.
Liver imaging is a specialty that involves technical challenges and ongoing discussions around protocol optimisation for clinical practice. As such, sharing of best practice and peer-to-peer discussions can assist in creating a streamlined and valued service for patients and providers alike. The Radiology Academy Forum on Liver Imaging is an innovative and interactive meeting, with a novel agenda developed by leading UK experts in Radiology.
 
Register Here: www.liverimagingforum.eventbrite.co.uk
 
Agenda Topics:

• Diseases of the Liver & Disease Differentiation
• Properties of liver specific agents and acquisition strategies
• The Patient Pathway and What Surgeons do with MRI Liver images
• Practical guide to getting good Liver images
• Ask the Expert Pannel

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