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• University of Suffolk Postgraduate Certificates

  

  For more information about the coures available, please see here. 

July 2024

• MSK MRI for Beginners Courses | 27 Jul

  Highly popular beginner’s online courses for healthcare professionals interested in interpreting musculoskeletal MRI.

  Beginners' course (27^th July & 26^th of October, 2024): covers MRI of knee, shoulder and lumbar spine 

  Further beginners' course (28^th of September, 2024): covers MRI of hip/pelvis, elbow, ankle and cervical spine

  You can attend them in any order. 

  Accreditation:

  Each course provides 6 CPD credits in accordance with the CPD Scheme of the Royal College of Radiologists.

  Course aim:

  To provide a practical, stimulating, step by step guide on interpretation of musculoskeletal MRI.

  Target audience:

  Suitable for radiology registrars, radiographers, physiotherapists, sonographers, chiropractors and other healthcare professionals interested in interpreting MSK MRIs in their clinical practice.

  Course highlights: 

  • Taught by a consultant musculoskeletal radiologist with extensive experience in MSK MRI and teaching
  • Focuses on concepts someone new to MSK MRI interpretation may find challenging
  • Case based and hence relevant to day-to-day practice
  • Covers most common pathology enabling attendees to make a start interpreting musculoskeletal MRI
  • Discusses protocolling and triaging as well as interpreting MSK MRI 

  How to register:

  For details visit www.mskbeginner.com

  For a registration form, please email: [email protected]

September 2024

• Eastern Region Study Day | 14 September | £10-30

  Join us for a day of learning and networking at the Eastern Region Study Day!

  The event will take place from 09:00-16:30 at The University of Suffolk, Ipswich on Saturday 14 September 2024. The programme will feature presentations including:

  • Setting up a PMCT service and scanning techniques
  • Gastrointestinal CT scans
  • Radiography roles branching into academic pathways
  • The journey from medic to registrar
  • SoR Membership & Benefits and more!

  There will also be a raffle with fantastic prizes in honour of the SoR’s Benevolent Fund.

  Ticket prices are:

  • SoR members £20
  • SoR student and retired members £10
  • Non-members £30

  Book your place!

• Advanced Breast Biopsy Workshop | 21 Sep

  

• Magnetic Resonance Image-guided Radiotherapy (MRIgRT) workshop | 23-24 Sep

     

  Taught and practical workshops to:

  • Enhance your understanding of the basic principles of MRI and MRI safety fundamentals
  • Build foundation skills to support the increase in demand for MRI simulation
  • Develop practical skills
  • Learn about current clinical pathways and the latest research developments, including MR-Linac

  23 & 24 September 2024

  Registration opens 1 April 2024

  For further information and registration, contact: [email protected]

• MSK MRI for Beginners Courses | 28 Sep

  Highly popular beginner’s online courses for healthcare professionals interested in interpreting musculoskeletal MRI.

  Beginners' course (26^th of October, 2024): covers MRI of knee, shoulder and lumbar spine 

  Further beginners' course (28^th of September, 2024): covers MRI of hip/pelvis, elbow, ankle and cervical spine

  You can attend them in any order. 

  Accreditation:

  Each course provides 6 CPD credits in accordance with the CPD Scheme of the Royal College of Radiologists.

  Course aim:

  To provide a practical, stimulating, step by step guide on interpretation of musculoskeletal MRI.

  Target audience:

  Suitable for radiology registrars, radiographers, physiotherapists, sonographers, chiropractors and other healthcare professionals interested in interpreting MSK MRIs in their clinical practice.

  Course highlights: 

  • Taught by a consultant musculoskeletal radiologist with extensive experience in MSK MRI and teaching
  • Focuses on concepts someone new to MSK MRI interpretation may find challenging
  • Case based and hence relevant to day-to-day practice
  • Covers most common pathology enabling attendees to make a start interpreting musculoskeletal MRI
  • Discusses protocolling and triaging as well as interpreting MSK MRI 

  How to register:

  For details visit www.mskbeginner.com

  For a registration form, please email: [email protected]

October 2024

• Northern Ireland Study Day & AGM | 12 Oct

  Join us for the Northern Ireland Council Study and AGM taking place on Saturday 12 October at Lough Erne Resort, Fermanagh.

  Our programme for 2024 focuses on mental health and the wellbeing of our members. It will feature presentations related to AHP Problem Based Learning, HCPC, students and more! The Study Day and AGM will be followed by dinner and entertainment.

  Full Saturday Delegate Registration (Lectures plus lunch and dinner) 

  • SoR member: £80.00                      
  • Retired SoR member: £65.00
  • Assistant Practitioners/Helper: £65.00
  • Student : £30.00            
  • Non-members: £90.00               

  Day Delegate Registration (No dinner) 

  • SoR member: £50.00                      
  • Retired SoR member: £35.00
  • Assistant Practitioners/Helper: £35.00
  • Students: FREE 
  • Non-members: £60.00

  Click the links above to book your place, or visit our events hub.
  For more information about the event, contact SoR N.Ireland council member, Gill Hodges via [email protected].

• London Region Study Day | 19 Oct

  Join us for a day of learning and networking at the London Region Study Day! The event will take place from 09:30-16:00 at Novotel London West, Hammersmith on Saturday 19  October 2024. The theme this year, will focus on ‘Learning from Industry’. Speakers will be announced in due course.

  Lunch and refreshments are included in the price of your ticket. 

  Ticket prices:

  • Members £40
  • Student / Retired members £20
  • Non Members £60

  Book your place!

• PMCT Practical Skills Training Workshop | 19/20 Oct

  

  DEAD SERIOUS: PMCT Practical Skills Training Workshop

  We are excited to announce the PMCT Practical Skills Training Workshop, a collaboration between Anubix and Ichabodies – Death Dummies™. This workshop is an excellent opportunity for radiographers and radiologists to gain hands-on experience and learn directly from world experts.

  Workshop Details:

  • Dates: 19th or 20th October 2024
  • Location: The Hive, Camrose Avenue, Edgware, London, HA8 6AG
  • Cost: £250 (includes both theory and practical skills day)

  The workshop features:

  • A pre-course virtual theory component on the PRIME platform
  • A one-day practical skills session focusing on scanning protocol setup, body handling, and emotional well-being support

  Important Notes:

  • The virtual theory section must be completed before attending the practical skills day.
  • Theory will be accessible to successful applicants one month prior to the practical session.

  If you know of anyone who may be interested in these opportunities, please feel free to let them know or forward this email to them.

  Secure Your Place and make the most of these valuable learning opportunities: https://www.anubix.co.uk/academy

  We look forward to your participation and to advancing our shared expertise in post-mortem imaging!

• MSK MRI for Beginners Courses | 26 Oct

  Highly popular beginner’s online courses for healthcare professionals interested in interpreting musculoskeletal MRI.

  Beginners' course (26^th of October, 2024): covers MRI of knee, shoulder and lumbar spine 

  Accreditation:

  Each course provides 6 CPD credits in accordance with the CPD Scheme of the Royal College of Radiologists.

  Course aim:

  To provide a practical, stimulating, step by step guide on interpretation of musculoskeletal MRI.

  Target audience:

  Suitable for radiology registrars, radiographers, physiotherapists, sonographers, chiropractors and other healthcare professionals interested in interpreting MSK MRIs in their clinical practice.

  Course highlights: 

  • Taught by a consultant musculoskeletal radiologist with extensive experience in MSK MRI and teaching
  • Focuses on concepts someone new to MSK MRI interpretation may find challenging
  • Case based and hence relevant to day-to-day practice
  • Covers most common pathology enabling attendees to make a start interpreting musculoskeletal MRI
  • Discusses protocolling and triaging as well as interpreting MSK MRI 

  How to register:

  For details visit www.mskbeginner.com

  For a registration form, please email: [email protected]

November 2024

• MRI Safety Matters Update and Innovations Day 2024 | 9 Nov

  The MRI Safety Matters’ Update and Innovations Day brings together experts from across the world of MRI.

  Join either in-person, virtually or on-demand on Saturday, 9th November, for a full day of fascinating lectures and discussions on MRI safety and innovations in the iconic Royal College of Physicians venue.

  The programme will feature topics including

  • Principles and Applications of Gradient Echo Imaging
  • First Experiences with Gadopiclenol
  • The Need For Better Adverse Event Reporting
  • Remote MRI Scanning Safety Standards
  • How to Prepare for Emergency Situations
  • Update on Generic Implant Scanning Procedures
  • Using VR to Prepare Children for MRI
  • A Risk Assessment Process for Investigating Unlabelled Implants
  • Programme to Identify Internally Implanted Devices on Plain Film X-rays
  • The Impact of AI in Prostate MRI
  • Development of an MRI Safety Simulation Series
  • FMDs for undisclosed pacemaker and diabetes devices prior to MRI
  • Recommendations to Prevent MRI-Related Skin Burn

  Fees
  In-person £175 (plus VAT), Virtual £125 (plus VAT).
  Self-funding, student, hardship and group discounts available.

  Register now at www.mrisafetymatters.com

• Trauma and Chest X-Ray Courses | 16/17 Nov

  

  • Looking for an introduction to plain film (trauma) and chest assessment to write comments on abnormalities on radiographs?
  • Looking for an introduction to the step-by-step assessment of plain radiographs in the Emergency Department?
  • Considering taking up training/instruction as a Reporting Radiographer?

  Join our Radiology Red Dot Trauma Course on 16 November 2024, and Radiology Red Dot CXR Course on 17 November 2024.

  • Learn how to identify and signal abnormalities on trauma and CXR radiographs.
  • The courses are online and interactive; short lectures followed by registrants analysing cases.
  • Subsequent answer sessions are treated as additional tutorials.

  Sign up now: Radiology Courses (radiology-courses.com)