Dear AuntMinnieEurope Member,
These are very tough times for U.K. radiology. Demand for imaging examinations continues to soar, while a grave shortage of radiologists persists across much of the country.
Against this background, it's a good time to get an industry perspective on the current situation. What are the main problems and how can they be addressed? Click here to get some answers.
When the stunning Esther Williams was producing her magic in the swimming pool, MRI hadn't even been invented, but now the modality is shedding new light on the injuries of the synchronized swimmers she helped to inspire. Hip pain is a common complaint among these athletes. Go to our MRI Community, or click here.
Iterative reconstruction (IR) has had a major impact on CT dose, but if your scanner lacks this function, is there anything you can do? Find out in our CT Community, or by clicking here.
Radiology in Turkey has thrived over recent years, due in part to the government's sustained investments in technology and training. High-quality research is being carried out there too, as shown by last week's publication about breast ultrasound in the European Journal of Radiology. Visit the Women's Imaging Community, or click here.
In the field of chest imaging, the University of Heidelberg in Germany is a center of excellence, so it was no surprise to see researchers from this famous old institution scoop a big prize at the 2015 annual meeting of the European Society of Thoracic Imaging, held in Barcelona, Spain. Click here to get the full story.
Finally, don't forget the International Day of Radiology takes place on Sunday. It's been 120 years since Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen discovered x-rays, so this week's observance will be a special event. To find out how to get involved, click here.
