Dr. Paul McCoubrie[email protected]Radiology EducationBritain vs. America: A centuries-old grammatical battleShould we spell it “foetus” or “fetus”? “Haematuria” or “hematuria”? “Oesophagus” or “esophagus”? Dr. Paul McCoubrie investigates in a new column.April 22, 2025MRIThe challenges of dysrhythmic radiologistsDo you want to work for an outfit that induces tachycardias, flogging its radiologists half to death? Or would you prefer somewhere with a fair workload? Dr. Paul McCoubrie investigates.January 13, 2025CTMcCoubrie: An epidemic of burnout has hit radiologyToday’s radiologist has to shift work at an eye-watering rate, Dr. Paul McCoubrie writes. The ever growing workload is ripping the heart out of the specialty, he says.November 27, 2024MRIWhy are the juniors revolting?The mood among the younger generation of radiologists in the U.K. is one of marked disgruntlement, writes Dr. Paul McCoubrie. A new survey suggests nearly 8 out of 10 trainees may leave the profession due to the extended roles of nonradiologists.April 30, 2024Clinical NewsOn your bike: A day in the life of Paul McCoubrieRanting about the iniquities of clinicians and laboriously detailing your burnout helps no one, writes Dr. Paul McCoubrie in a new column. He's a passionate believer in decent coffee, black pudding for breakfast, cycling to work, and being a good colleague.April 24, 2023MRIReflections on 2 years of COVID: What we got wrongThe COVID-19 pandemic is by no means over, and it may never truly disappear, but there have been many curious changes over the last two years, writes Dr. Paul McCoubrie in a new column. He gives a personal view on COVID's impact on radiology since 2020.May 16, 2022Digital X-RayMcCoubrie: Why changing times demand a fresh approachDr. Paul McCoubrie thought he was up to date and doing the right things, but now he realizes he was often getting it wrong -- not just as a radiologist but also as a human being. Several factors have contributed to this slow awakening, he explains in a new column.January 31, 2022Clinical NewsDefeating existential angstWhat should you do if you feel you're starting to burn out? Dr. Paul McCoubrie sought a practical solution to his midlife dip that wasn't illegal, fattening, or incompatible with staying married. He decided to write a book, and he describes the experience in this article.November 16, 2020Clinical NewsWorking in the pandemic: A clinical radiologist's viewIs it right to feel happy at work amid the misery of COVID-19? Dr. Paul McCoubrie criticizes the farcical redeployment of staff and proliferation of guidelines and webinars, but says there have been many upsides of the pandemic and radiology must appreciate the silver lining of a dark cloud.June 3, 2020MRIHow to keep out of troubleComplaints will occur irrespective of skill, knowledge, caring, communication, and assiduousness, but there are some simple ways to avoid sleepless nights and deliver better patient care, writes Dr. Paul McCoubrie in his latest column.February 6, 2019Page 1 of 4Next PageTop StoriesTributes & ObitsFarewell event for Henrik Thomsen goes ahead in DenmarkCopenhagen University’s Herlev and Gentofte Hospital has hosted a farewell symposium for the contrast agent pioneer Prof. Henrik S. Thomsen. It was attended by 150 invited guests.Womens ImagingSpanish group spells out pros and cons of CEMWomens ImagingDutch team reveals growing acceptance of DBTNuclear MedicinePET scans identify people at early risk for cognitive declineUltrasoundLung POCUS can boost dyspnea diagnosis in emergency setting
