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CAMRT is seeking a representative to attend the ASRT Educator Institute in Albuquerque, New Mexico, this September. Please see the message below for more information. L’ACTRM est à la recherche d’un représentant pour participer à l’Institut des éducateurs de l’ASRT à Albuquerque, au Nouveau-Mexique,...

Call for Applications: ASRT Educator Institute 2024

CAMRT is seeking a representative to attend the ASRT Educator Institute in Albuquerque, New Mexico, this September. Please see the message below for more information. L’ACTRM est à la recherche d’un représentant pour participer à l’Institut des éducateurs de l’ASRT à Albuquerque, au Nouveau-Mexique,...

Call for Papers The JMIRS annual special editions are a collection of papers on special interest and topical areas. We aim to engage a community of authors and readers to help highlight the latest research and to develop new ideas and research directions. Submissions...

JMIRS Call for Papers 2025

Call for Papers The JMIRS annual special editions are a collection of papers on special interest and topical areas. We aim to engage a community of authors and readers to help highlight the latest research and to develop new ideas and research directions. Submissions...

Discover the latest updates in CAMRT’s Advocacy efforts in the recent Newsletter! CAMRT always has our members’ interests at the heart of what we do. From spreading awareness of the profession to advocacy efforts with the government, we exist to defend your interests as...

Read CAMRT’s Latest Advocacy Update – Free Newsletter Article

Discover the latest updates in CAMRT’s Advocacy efforts in the recent Newsletter! CAMRT always has our members’ interests at the heart of what we do. From spreading awareness of the profession to advocacy efforts with the government, we exist to defend your interests as...

CAMRT-ATL has risen the alarm about the shortage of Radiation Therapists in the province of New Brunswick. Click on the link below to learn more. N.B. news: Radiation therapist shortage, advocates speak out | CTV News

Advocates Speak Out About the Radiation Therapist Shortage in New Brunswick

CAMRT-ATL has risen the alarm about the shortage of Radiation Therapists in the province of New Brunswick. Click on the link below to learn more. N.B. news: Radiation therapist shortage, advocates speak out | CTV News

CAMRT Black Friday Member Discounts Through our membership discount partnerships, CAMRT members have access to even more GREAT deals this Black Friday. Check out the available deals here: Perkopolis BELL TELUS Don’t forget about CAMRT’s 30% discount on its virtual lecture series, and be...

Black Friday Member Discounts

CAMRT Black Friday Member Discounts Through our membership discount partnerships, CAMRT members have access to even more GREAT deals this Black Friday. Check out the available deals here: Perkopolis BELL TELUS Don’t forget about CAMRT’s 30% discount on its virtual lecture series, and be...

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 10th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=lffwzgkz Good luck!

MRT Week Wordle #6 (Nov 10, 2023)

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 10th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=lffwzgkz Good luck!

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 9th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=oqrwein Good luck!

MRT Week Wordle #5 (Nov 9, 2023)

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 9th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=oqrwein Good luck!

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 8th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=ycewzyn Good luck!

MRT Week Wordle #4 (Nov 8, 2023)

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 8th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=ycewzyn Good luck!

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 7th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=agjhyxeoc Good luck!

MRT Week Wordle #3 (Nov 7, 2022)

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 7th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=agjhyxeoc Good luck!

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 6th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=oqihpr Good luck!

MRT Week Wordle #2 (Nov 6, 2022)

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 6th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=oqihpr Good luck!

The Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (JMIRS) is looking for a medical radiation technologist who is active and proficient in social media to assist in the promotion of our journal! Role description Your primary role is to develop and post social media...

Call for a JMIRS Social Media Coordinator

The Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (JMIRS) is looking for a medical radiation technologist who is active and proficient in social media to assist in the promotion of our journal! Role description Your primary role is to develop and post social media...

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 5th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=codpl Good luck!

MRT Week Wordle #1 (Nov 5, 2022)

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 5th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=codpl Good luck!

Recently, CAMRT joined with the Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR) to commission an opinion poll with the Canadian public on topics relating to medical imaging, MRTs and sonographers. Public opinion research firm Nanos Research conducted the poll from September 2nd to 4th of 2023....

CAMRT Public Opinion Polling

Recently, CAMRT joined with the Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR) to commission an opinion poll with the Canadian public on topics relating to medical imaging, MRTs and sonographers. Public opinion research firm Nanos Research conducted the poll from September 2nd to 4th of 2023....

Join CAMRT-ATL in advocating for MRTs: send a letter to your provincially elected Member of the Legislative Assembly asking for increased investment in staff retention and recruitment. We know there are a lot of pressures affecting MRTs in Atlantic Canada. One way to have...

Join CAMRT-ATL and Write Your Provincial Representative

Join CAMRT-ATL in advocating for MRTs: send a letter to your provincially elected Member of the Legislative Assembly asking for increased investment in staff retention and recruitment. We know there are a lot of pressures affecting MRTs in Atlantic Canada. One way to have...

Discover how all MRTs, regardless of their title, can contribute meaningfully to research and play a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare in CAMRT’S Fall Newsletter!   In CAMTR’S, A Profile in Research Innovation article, read about the remarkable strides that MRTs...

Read CAMRT’s latest article – A Profile in Research Innovation

Discover how all MRTs, regardless of their title, can contribute meaningfully to research and play a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare in CAMRT’S Fall Newsletter!   In CAMTR’S, A Profile in Research Innovation article, read about the remarkable strides that MRTs...

Discover the latest updates in CAMRT’s Advocacy efforts in the Fall Newsletter!CAMRT’s latest newsletter has arrived just in time for the fall season, so that you can cozy up with your digital copy and catch up on advocacy work CAMRT has done and is...

Read CAMRT’s Latest Advocacy Update – Free Newsletter Article

Discover the latest updates in CAMRT’s Advocacy efforts in the Fall Newsletter!CAMRT’s latest newsletter has arrived just in time for the fall season, so that you can cozy up with your digital copy and catch up on advocacy work CAMRT has done and is...

As part of MRT Week, CAMRT is organizing an advocacy day on November 6, 2023 at Parliament in Ottawa. This “Day on the Hill” will be an important opportunity to meet face-to-face with many of the MPs and other staff we have been communicating...

MRT Day on Parliament Hill

As part of MRT Week, CAMRT is organizing an advocacy day on November 6, 2023 at Parliament in Ottawa. This “Day on the Hill” will be an important opportunity to meet face-to-face with many of the MPs and other staff we have been communicating...

Below, please find the available on-demand sessions from the The Current, held on September 28, 2023. Clicking on the title of the presentation will take you to the CAMRT CPD catalogue. Member Price: $10 Non-Member Price: $20 CAMRT-ATL 2023 Attendees: $0 Please note that...

The Current 2023 – On Demand Sessions

Below, please find the available on-demand sessions from the The Current, held on September 28, 2023. Clicking on the title of the presentation will take you to the CAMRT CPD catalogue. Member Price: $10 Non-Member Price: $20 CAMRT-ATL 2023 Attendees: $0 Please note that...

Following the most recent news report from Quebec suggesting up to 30% of MRTs are thinking about leaving their employment in the public healthcare system, the CAMRT worked with the Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR) and Sonography Canada to put out a response.  ...

CAMRT joins CAR and Sonography Canada to speak about the MRT workforce crisis

Following the most recent news report from Quebec suggesting up to 30% of MRTs are thinking about leaving their employment in the public healthcare system, the CAMRT worked with the Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR) and Sonography Canada to put out a response.  ...

This year, CAMRT’s 81st Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be part of our National Conference, CAMRT 2023, held in Ottawa-Gatineau. The 2023 AGM will take place live at the Hilton Lac Leamy, but will also be broadcast online, available to members wishing to attend...

81st Annual General Meeting

This year, CAMRT’s 81st Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be part of our National Conference, CAMRT 2023, held in Ottawa-Gatineau. The 2023 AGM will take place live at the Hilton Lac Leamy, but will also be broadcast online, available to members wishing to attend...

CAMRT is seeking the support of interested MRTs for work relating to its Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion initiatives. We’ve had some response to our call, but are hoping more MRTs will join us to discuss important issues and initiatives in this critically important area.....

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives: Seeking Interested MRTs

CAMRT is seeking the support of interested MRTs for work relating to its Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion initiatives. We’ve had some response to our call, but are hoping more MRTs will join us to discuss important issues and initiatives in this critically important area.....

Remember those multi billion-dollar spending announcements this winter? Find out more about how recent federal investments in health intersect with the MRT profession and what CAMRT has been doing to be your voice nationally in CAMRT Advocacy Updates: Federal Leadership and Investment in Healthcare...

Federal Leadership and Investment in Health & CAMRT Engagement

Remember those multi billion-dollar spending announcements this winter? Find out more about how recent federal investments in health intersect with the MRT profession and what CAMRT has been doing to be your voice nationally in CAMRT Advocacy Updates: Federal Leadership and Investment in Healthcare...

The CAMRT Newsletter, which is published quarterly, is a perk of membership. This spring read about CAMRT’s advocacy updates on our mission and strategic goals with the federal government to increase investments in the healthcare system. Our latest provincial report will keep members up...

CAMRT 2023 Spring Newsletter Issue 41.1

The CAMRT Newsletter, which is published quarterly, is a perk of membership. This spring read about CAMRT’s advocacy updates on our mission and strategic goals with the federal government to increase investments in the healthcare system. Our latest provincial report will keep members up...

Call for Applications: ASRT Educator Institute CAMRT is seeking a representative to attend the ASRT Educator Institute. The primary goal of the ASRT Educator Institute is to prepare medical imaging and radiation therapy educators for classroom instruction by covering topics in current principles of...

Call for Applications: ASRT Educator Institute

Call for Applications: ASRT Educator Institute CAMRT is seeking a representative to attend the ASRT Educator Institute. The primary goal of the ASRT Educator Institute is to prepare medical imaging and radiation therapy educators for classroom instruction by covering topics in current principles of...

The JMIRS annual special editions are a collection of papers on special interest and topical areas. We aim to engage a community of authors and readers to help highlight the latest research and to develop new ideas and research directions. In 2024, we have...

Call for Guest Editor – JMIRS special issue 2024

The JMIRS annual special editions are a collection of papers on special interest and topical areas. We aim to engage a community of authors and readers to help highlight the latest research and to develop new ideas and research directions. In 2024, we have...

Call for Papers The JMIRS annual special editions are a collection of papers on special interest and topical areas. We aim to engage a community of authors and readers to help highlight the latest research and to develop new ideas and research directions. Submissions...

JMIRS Call for Papers 2024

Call for Papers The JMIRS annual special editions are a collection of papers on special interest and topical areas. We aim to engage a community of authors and readers to help highlight the latest research and to develop new ideas and research directions. Submissions...

If you’ve been following our communications, you know that CAMRT has been working closely with Health Canada as they work to revise Safety Code 35 – Safety Procedures for the Installation, Use and Control of X-ray Equipment in Large Medical Radiological Facilities (hereinafter referred...

Safety Code 35: A Consultation on Proposed Changes

If you’ve been following our communications, you know that CAMRT has been working closely with Health Canada as they work to revise Safety Code 35 – Safety Procedures for the Installation, Use and Control of X-ray Equipment in Large Medical Radiological Facilities (hereinafter referred...

The CAMRT winter newsletter features exciting articles on The Leadership Development Institute (LDI), which brings together CAMRT members from across Canada to discover emerging leaders. Click here to read the full article and read about how the LDI has developed from CAMRT members in 10...

Read about 10 Years of Leadership Development at CAMRT – Free Newsletter Article

The CAMRT winter newsletter features exciting articles on The Leadership Development Institute (LDI), which brings together CAMRT members from across Canada to discover emerging leaders. Click here to read the full article and read about how the LDI has developed from CAMRT members in 10...

Just in time for the Holiday season, CAMRT wants to gift our members with our final Newsletter for the year! It features a special President’s message a recap of MRT Week and national advocacy, a ten-year retrospective on the LDI, and the latest developments...

NEW: CAMRT Winter Newsletter is Now Available

Just in time for the Holiday season, CAMRT wants to gift our members with our final Newsletter for the year! It features a special President’s message a recap of MRT Week and national advocacy, a ten-year retrospective on the LDI, and the latest developments...

Below, please find the available on-demand sessions from the The Current, held on October 21, 2022. Clicking on the title of the presentation will take you to the CAMRT CPD catalogue. Member Price: $10 Non-Member Price: $20 CAMRT-ATL Members: $5 CAMRT-ATL 2022 Attendees: $0...

The Current – On Demand Sessions

Below, please find the available on-demand sessions from the The Current, held on October 21, 2022. Clicking on the title of the presentation will take you to the CAMRT CPD catalogue. Member Price: $10 Non-Member Price: $20 CAMRT-ATL Members: $5 CAMRT-ATL 2022 Attendees: $0...

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 10th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=dsrue Good luck!

MRT Week Wordle #7 (Nov 12, 2022)

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 10th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=dsrue Good luck!

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 10th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=fczqe Good luck!

MRT Week Wordle #6 (Nov 11, 2022)

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 10th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=fczqe Good luck!

As MRT week wraps up, I want to extend my personal appreciation for all the work you in service to those living in this country. Your work is critical to our health and quality of life. Fittingly, today CAMRT met with senior officials in...

Meeting with the Health Minister’s Office

As MRT week wraps up, I want to extend my personal appreciation for all the work you in service to those living in this country. Your work is critical to our health and quality of life. Fittingly, today CAMRT met with senior officials in...

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 10th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=wlzdw Good luck!

MRT Week Wordle #5 (Nov 10th, 2022)

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 10th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=wlzdw Good luck!

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 9th. Link:https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=pstkd  Good luck!

MRT Week Wordle #4 (Nov 9, 2022)

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 9th. Link:https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=pstkd  Good luck!

At CAMRT, we know how hard you work as an MRT for your patients. We are working in many ways to help others become aware of and understand the importance and impact of the MRT contribution to the health of Canadians and the sustainability...

MRT Week Recognition: Write to Your MP

At CAMRT, we know how hard you work as an MRT for your patients. We are working in many ways to help others become aware of and understand the importance and impact of the MRT contribution to the health of Canadians and the sustainability...

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 8th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=earjp Good luck!

MRT Week Wordle #3 (Nov 8, 2022)

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 8th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=earjp Good luck!

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 7th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=xcehd Good luck!

MRT Week Wordle #2 (Nov 7 2022)

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle for November 7th. Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=xcehd Good luck!

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=yclfs Goodluck!

MRT Week Wordle #1 (Sunday Nov 6)

Click the link below to play our MRT Week themed Wordle Link: https://mywordle.strivemath.com/?word=yclfs Goodluck!

Earlier this week, MP for Charlottetown and HESA Chair Sean Casey stood in the House of Commons to make a Member Statement in recognition of Medical Radiation Technologist (MRT) Week (Nov 6-12) and the essential role of MRTs in Canadian healthcare. #MRTWeek2022

MRT Week Recognition in the House of Commons

Earlier this week, MP for Charlottetown and HESA Chair Sean Casey stood in the House of Commons to make a Member Statement in recognition of Medical Radiation Technologist (MRT) Week (Nov 6-12) and the essential role of MRTs in Canadian healthcare. #MRTWeek2022

CAMRT is proud to fund the Research Fellowship Grant which contributes to the expansion of MRT research. Read about the work going on in Saskatchewan in Advanced Practice in Interventional Radiology: A Saskatchewan Initiative, the latest in our series of features on CAMRT Research...

Research on Advanced Practice in IR – Fall Newsletter

CAMRT is proud to fund the Research Fellowship Grant which contributes to the expansion of MRT research. Read about the work going on in Saskatchewan in Advanced Practice in Interventional Radiology: A Saskatchewan Initiative, the latest in our series of features on CAMRT Research...

The most recent CAMRT member survey showed that advocacy is a more important priority than ever for our members. CAMRT has been involved in a lot of advocacy efforts recently, and we wanted to share what has been happening with you. To do that,...

CAMRT Advocacy Insights – Fall 2022

The most recent CAMRT member survey showed that advocacy is a more important priority than ever for our members. CAMRT has been involved in a lot of advocacy efforts recently, and we wanted to share what has been happening with you. To do that,...

Hurricane Fiona Relief Resources Our MRT colleagues, and their families and friends across the Atlantic provinces and Eastern Quebec have been severely impacted by the damage caused by Hurricane Fiona on September 24th, 2022. To those affected, know that your colleagues nationally are thinking of...

Hurricane Fiona Relief Resources

Hurricane Fiona Relief Resources Our MRT colleagues, and their families and friends across the Atlantic provinces and Eastern Quebec have been severely impacted by the damage caused by Hurricane Fiona on September 24th, 2022. To those affected, know that your colleagues nationally are thinking of...

CAMRT members have been granted free access to the Australian and New Zealand Society of Nuclear Medicine’s journal/newsletter, published three times per year. Each edition includes several patient case reports. Members can find the latest issue of the magazine here https://www.anzsnm.org.au/activities/gamma-gazette/ Username: editor@anzsnm.org.au Password:...

Free access to ANZSNM’s Gamma Gazette

CAMRT members have been granted free access to the Australian and New Zealand Society of Nuclear Medicine’s journal/newsletter, published three times per year. Each edition includes several patient case reports. Members can find the latest issue of the magazine here https://www.anzsnm.org.au/activities/gamma-gazette/ Username: editor@anzsnm.org.au Password:...

The CAMRT is partnering with the Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR) and the Canadian Organization of Medical Physicists (COMP) to develop national accreditation standards in medical imaging. CAMRT is looking for medical radiation technologists to represent CAMRT in this very important project.  For the...

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS – MEDICAL IMAGING ACCREDITATION

The CAMRT is partnering with the Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR) and the Canadian Organization of Medical Physicists (COMP) to develop national accreditation standards in medical imaging. CAMRT is looking for medical radiation technologists to represent CAMRT in this very important project.  For the...

Are you or a member you know thinking about completing a Bachelor of Science program? CAMRT is excited to offer you the chance to fast-track into Thompson Rivers University’s Bachelor of Health Science program. Thanks to a new five-year articulation agreement involving CAMRT’s Computed...

Degree Credit for CTIC Certificate at Thompson Rivers University

Are you or a member you know thinking about completing a Bachelor of Science program? CAMRT is excited to offer you the chance to fast-track into Thompson Rivers University’s Bachelor of Health Science program. Thanks to a new five-year articulation agreement involving CAMRT’s Computed...

Sponsored by:  Hologic Eligibility:   CAMRT members working in breast imaging Award:  One CAMRT member will win a trip to the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) 2023 in Vienna, Austria.  Travel, hotel, accommodation and per diem for up to 5 days. Value of approximately $4000....

Hologic Breast Imaging Best Practice Award 2022

Sponsored by:  Hologic Eligibility:   CAMRT members working in breast imaging Award:  One CAMRT member will win a trip to the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) 2023 in Vienna, Austria.  Travel, hotel, accommodation and per diem for up to 5 days. Value of approximately $4000....

Receive 30% off all Diversity and Inclusion courses for the month of June! Courses: Module 1: LGBTQ2S+ Background and History 2022 Module 2: LGBTQ2S+ Experiences in Healthcare 2022 Module 3: Creating LGBTQ2S+ Affirming Healthcare Environments Module 4: Allyship for LGBTQ2S+ People Creating an Inclusive...

Cultural Safety: Diversity and Inclusion June 2022 Promo

Receive 30% off all Diversity and Inclusion courses for the month of June! Courses: Module 1: LGBTQ2S+ Background and History 2022 Module 2: LGBTQ2S+ Experiences in Healthcare 2022 Module 3: Creating LGBTQ2S+ Affirming Healthcare Environments Module 4: Allyship for LGBTQ2S+ People Creating an Inclusive...

Below, please find the available on-demand sessions from the April 23-24 CAMRT 2022 Conference. Sessions are arranged by theme. Clicking on the title of the presentation will take you to the CAMRT CPD catalogue. Please note that you will need to be signed into...

CAMRT 2022 On-Demand Sessions

Below, please find the available on-demand sessions from the April 23-24 CAMRT 2022 Conference. Sessions are arranged by theme. Clicking on the title of the presentation will take you to the CAMRT CPD catalogue. Please note that you will need to be signed into...

Based on feedback from members across the country, CAMRT is making MRT burnout, staffing shortages, and other workforce issues its top priority for advocacy with governments and decision makers in the healthcare sphere. We wanted to give a glimpse into the various different ways...

Taking Advocacy Public: CAMRT Action on Burnout and Workforce Issues

Based on feedback from members across the country, CAMRT is making MRT burnout, staffing shortages, and other workforce issues its top priority for advocacy with governments and decision makers in the healthcare sphere. We wanted to give a glimpse into the various different ways...

The Foundation’s funding from charitable donations is for the following specific purposes:   Virtual Ramble This year, the CAMRT Foundation is again hosting the popular Roentgen Ramble virtual! This event is a 5k Run/Walk in support of the CAMRTF. Details are below:   Live...

The CAMRT Foundation Roentgen Ramble 2022

The Foundation’s funding from charitable donations is for the following specific purposes:   Virtual Ramble This year, the CAMRT Foundation is again hosting the popular Roentgen Ramble virtual! This event is a 5k Run/Walk in support of the CAMRTF. Details are below:   Live...

What do you picture when palliative care meets art? We want to see your inspiration! The contest opens on March 17 and runs until May 2, 2022. Artwork should be original – if you are reproducing any part of an image or text, please...

JMIRS Cover Contest: Palliative Care

What do you picture when palliative care meets art? We want to see your inspiration! The contest opens on March 17 and runs until May 2, 2022. Artwork should be original – if you are reproducing any part of an image or text, please...

Call for Papers The JMIRS annual special editions are a collection of papers on special interest and topical areas. We aim to engage a community of authors and readers to help highlight the latest research and to develop new ideas and research directions. Submissions...

JMIRS Call for Papers 2023

Call for Papers The JMIRS annual special editions are a collection of papers on special interest and topical areas. We aim to engage a community of authors and readers to help highlight the latest research and to develop new ideas and research directions. Submissions...

The role of the Mental Health Working Group (MHWG) is to assist in identifying areas of support and good practice for positive mental health among CAMRT members. The working group will provide recommendations relative to current and future CAMRT member benefits and services, and...

Mental Health Working Group – Volunteer Recruitment, Spring 2022

The role of the Mental Health Working Group (MHWG) is to assist in identifying areas of support and good practice for positive mental health among CAMRT members. The working group will provide recommendations relative to current and future CAMRT member benefits and services, and...

 The CAMRT Best Practice Guidelines (BPGs) are the means for providing the best possible outcome for patients based on judgements that consider patient needs, clinical experience and the best available evidence. You can find more information and the guidelines on this website. CAMRT’s BPG...

BPG Working Group – Volunteer Recruitment, Spring 2022

 The CAMRT Best Practice Guidelines (BPGs) are the means for providing the best possible outcome for patients based on judgements that consider patient needs, clinical experience and the best available evidence. You can find more information and the guidelines on this website. CAMRT’s BPG...

The ISRRT has announced the Chesney Award competition theme for 2022 which is: “Safety Culture in Action: Enhancing access to safe and appropriate imaging devices in practice”   Application forms/ projects should be submitted no later than August 28th, 24.00 GMT. Learn more about...

ISRRT 2022 Chesney Award

The ISRRT has announced the Chesney Award competition theme for 2022 which is: “Safety Culture in Action: Enhancing access to safe and appropriate imaging devices in practice”   Application forms/ projects should be submitted no later than August 28th, 24.00 GMT. Learn more about...

The Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (JMIRS) will be hosting an interactive training session (date/time TBD) for ten CAMRT members on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants will be sent an information package, including “how-to” resources and a manuscript to prepare their own...

Call for Participants – Peer Review Training session

The Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (JMIRS) will be hosting an interactive training session (date/time TBD) for ten CAMRT members on a first-come, first-served basis. Participants will be sent an information package, including “how-to” resources and a manuscript to prepare their own...

Certificates in Breast Imaging (CBIS/CBID) As of January 2022, all new CBI certificate program registrants (CBIS and CBID) require the successful completion of CAMRT’s “Bring your Position Upfront: Breast Positioning” virtual lecture.   Certificate in Interventional Radiology (CIR) As of January 2022, several changes...

Certificate Program Changes 2022

Certificates in Breast Imaging (CBIS/CBID) As of January 2022, all new CBI certificate program registrants (CBIS and CBID) require the successful completion of CAMRT’s “Bring your Position Upfront: Breast Positioning” virtual lecture.   Certificate in Interventional Radiology (CIR) As of January 2022, several changes...

  This month celebrates MRT Week (Nov. 7 to 13), a chance to recognize the indispensable work that these tens of thousands of health-care professionals do every day to keep the COVID response strong, to keep the health-care system running, to battle the backlogs...

An Opinion Piece on Burnout among health-care workers by Irving Gold, Ottawa Citizen

  This month celebrates MRT Week (Nov. 7 to 13), a chance to recognize the indispensable work that these tens of thousands of health-care professionals do every day to keep the COVID response strong, to keep the health-care system running, to battle the backlogs...

This year the CAMRT Trolls have taken over a TomoTherapy Unit at the Ottawa Hospital.  They are vaccinated, but not all are compliant with masking guidelines. Participation in the Troll Hunt is simple: All those responding with the correct total will be entered into...

2021 MRT Week Troll Hunt

This year the CAMRT Trolls have taken over a TomoTherapy Unit at the Ottawa Hospital.  They are vaccinated, but not all are compliant with masking guidelines. Participation in the Troll Hunt is simple: All those responding with the correct total will be entered into...

Participate in the Video and Meme Contest Our new National Awareness Campaign highlights the impact that MRTs have on patients at important moments for them, and it also introduces the I AM MRT (or I AMRT) branding. This branding gives you as MRTs the...

MRT Week 2021 – Contest Rules

Participate in the Video and Meme Contest Our new National Awareness Campaign highlights the impact that MRTs have on patients at important moments for them, and it also introduces the I AM MRT (or I AMRT) branding. This branding gives you as MRTs the...

MRT Week 2021 Falling Through the Cracks: Greg’s Story (Greg’s Wings) Free for everyone (members and non-members) This year, speaker Teri Price will be presenting a talk about the Greg’s Wings organization. Teri is currently the Executive Director of Greg’s Wings Projects, a not-for-profit...

MRT Week 2021 Webinars

MRT Week 2021 Falling Through the Cracks: Greg’s Story (Greg’s Wings) Free for everyone (members and non-members) This year, speaker Teri Price will be presenting a talk about the Greg’s Wings organization. Teri is currently the Executive Director of Greg’s Wings Projects, a not-for-profit...

The CAMRT wants to help your workplace celebrate MRT Week 2021 by offering free credit approval reviews for activities taking place November 7-13, 2021. Sponsors must plan a live lecture activity – relevant to the radiological sciences – that is three hours in length...

Free Review for Credit of CPD Activities to Celebrate MRT Week 2021

The CAMRT wants to help your workplace celebrate MRT Week 2021 by offering free credit approval reviews for activities taking place November 7-13, 2021. Sponsors must plan a live lecture activity – relevant to the radiological sciences – that is three hours in length...

CAMRT is very pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Carey as the new Provincial Manager, Atlantic Canada and Manager, National Advocacy. Members across Atlantic Canada, as well as across the country, know Jenn well – she has been a long-time volunteer provincially and...

Announcement: Provincial Manager Atlantic Canada

CAMRT is very pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Carey as the new Provincial Manager, Atlantic Canada and Manager, National Advocacy. Members across Atlantic Canada, as well as across the country, know Jenn well – she has been a long-time volunteer provincially and...

CAMRT members are invited to submit resolutions or motions to be debated at the 2022 Annual General Meeting, which will be held in Vancouver, BC. All resolutions or motions must be sponsored by ten CAMRT voting members. The deadline for receiving resolutions is DECEMBER...

Resolutions or Motions for 2022 Annual General Meeting

CAMRT members are invited to submit resolutions or motions to be debated at the 2022 Annual General Meeting, which will be held in Vancouver, BC. All resolutions or motions must be sponsored by ten CAMRT voting members. The deadline for receiving resolutions is DECEMBER...

Registration deadline: October 1, 2021 @ 11:59 PM (Eastern)   Rewrite:  Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date. Challenge: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge and experience equivalent to the content of...

Rewrite, Challenge and Prerequisite Exams – Fall 2021

Registration deadline: October 1, 2021 @ 11:59 PM (Eastern)   Rewrite:  Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date. Challenge: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge and experience equivalent to the content of...

We are seeking a volunteer for the COMP Winter School, held virtually from February 1-3 2022. The ideal representative would be someone who has an interest in the topic area, has experience working on planning committees and would feel comfortable suggesting and approaching potential...

COMP Winter School 2022, Seeking a Volunteer

We are seeking a volunteer for the COMP Winter School, held virtually from February 1-3 2022. The ideal representative would be someone who has an interest in the topic area, has experience working on planning committees and would feel comfortable suggesting and approaching potential...

New and Updated Best Practice Guidelines (BPGs) Core BPG, NEW Burnout   Core BPGs, updated Minimizing patient exposure Incident reporting in quality improvement Disclosure of patient safety incidents Reflective practice Interprofessional collaboration Continuing professional development   Discipline Specific BPGs, updated Accountability for accurate dose...

Updated Best Practices Guidelines, Summer 2021

New and Updated Best Practice Guidelines (BPGs) Core BPG, NEW Burnout   Core BPGs, updated Minimizing patient exposure Incident reporting in quality improvement Disclosure of patient safety incidents Reflective practice Interprofessional collaboration Continuing professional development   Discipline Specific BPGs, updated Accountability for accurate dose...

The role of Guest Editor in assisting with compilation of our special theme issue on the topic of Leadership entails the following duties: Guest Editors are asked to promote the content deadline to their networks and start to reach out to any experts they...

Call for Guest Editor – JMIRS Leadership issue

The role of Guest Editor in assisting with compilation of our special theme issue on the topic of Leadership entails the following duties: Guest Editors are asked to promote the content deadline to their networks and start to reach out to any experts they...

With the recent changes to the regulatory college landscape, MRT leaders in the Atlantic provinces contacted the CAMRT to investigate the possibility of a CAMRT-BC style model in the region. Over the past year, a consultation process has been running with membership in those...

Atlantic members vote for change to provincial association services

With the recent changes to the regulatory college landscape, MRT leaders in the Atlantic provinces contacted the CAMRT to investigate the possibility of a CAMRT-BC style model in the region. Over the past year, a consultation process has been running with membership in those...

Cover Contest theme: Education What do you picture when medical radiation technology education meets art? We want to see your inspiration! The contest opens on July 6 and runs until September 1, 2021. Artwork should be original – if you are reproducing any part...

Journal Updates – Cover Contest!

Cover Contest theme: Education What do you picture when medical radiation technology education meets art? We want to see your inspiration! The contest opens on July 6 and runs until September 1, 2021. Artwork should be original – if you are reproducing any part...

CAMRT is seeking to fill a Member-At-Large position on the association’s Nominating Committee. The function of the committee is to identify a slate of nominees for the board positions being elected in any given year. We are looking for an applicant who is either...

Call for Volunteers: Member-At-Large for Nominating Committee

CAMRT is seeking to fill a Member-At-Large position on the association’s Nominating Committee. The function of the committee is to identify a slate of nominees for the board positions being elected in any given year. We are looking for an applicant who is either...

The Certificate in Dosimetry program is intended to provide a mechanism for radiation therapists to demonstrate knowledge and competence in this specialized area of practice, to promote standards of excellence within the clinical area and to identify those who have met a nationally recognized...

CAMRT Certificate in Dosimetry program seeking volunteer committee member

The Certificate in Dosimetry program is intended to provide a mechanism for radiation therapists to demonstrate knowledge and competence in this specialized area of practice, to promote standards of excellence within the clinical area and to identify those who have met a nationally recognized...

Get Unlimited Continuing Education activities for $75.00 with an X-RAY CE Annual Subscription Membership! Exclusively offered by X-RAY CE! customerservice@xrayce.com CE Subscription Club  

X-RAY CE Continuing Education for Imaging Professionals

Get Unlimited Continuing Education activities for $75.00 with an X-RAY CE Annual Subscription Membership! Exclusively offered by X-RAY CE! customerservice@xrayce.com CE Subscription Club  

Below, please find the available on-demand sessions from the May 15-16 CAMRT 2021 Virtual Conference. Sessions are arranged by theme. Clicking on the title of the presentation will take you to the CAMRT CPD catalogue. Please note that you will need to be signed...

CAMRT 2021 On-Demand Sessions

Below, please find the available on-demand sessions from the May 15-16 CAMRT 2021 Virtual Conference. Sessions are arranged by theme. Clicking on the title of the presentation will take you to the CAMRT CPD catalogue. Please note that you will need to be signed...

National Mental Health Survey CAMRT invites MRTs to participate in a national survey that examines mental health and the impact of work environments on our members during the COVID-19 pandemic. This survey will take about 20 mins to complete. Survey closing date: May 9th, 2021...

2021 National Mental Health Survey and Focus Groups

National Mental Health Survey CAMRT invites MRTs to participate in a national survey that examines mental health and the impact of work environments on our members during the COVID-19 pandemic. This survey will take about 20 mins to complete. Survey closing date: May 9th, 2021...

Johnson Insurance 2021 Scholarship Program CAMRT is excited to share that Johnson Insurance, our partner in Home and Auto Insurance, has launched its 2021 scholarship program. Johnson Insurance will award 50 scholarships, each valued at $1,000, to students graduating high school in 2021 and...

 Johnson Insurance 2021 Scholarship Program 

Johnson Insurance 2021 Scholarship Program CAMRT is excited to share that Johnson Insurance, our partner in Home and Auto Insurance, has launched its 2021 scholarship program. Johnson Insurance will award 50 scholarships, each valued at $1,000, to students graduating high school in 2021 and...

Join a Research study about the risk factors for COVID-19 in Canadian healthcare workers   Who can participate? Staff working at participating* hospitals in Ottawa, Toronto, Hamilton, Calgary, and Edmonton who: are 18-75 years of age work anywhere in the institution for more than...

Canadian COVID-19 Cohort Study (CCS):  Study of the epidemiology of COVID-19 in Canadian healthcare workers

Join a Research study about the risk factors for COVID-19 in Canadian healthcare workers   Who can participate? Staff working at participating* hospitals in Ottawa, Toronto, Hamilton, Calgary, and Edmonton who: are 18-75 years of age work anywhere in the institution for more than...

MRS Narratives format now open for submissions! The format is for anyone with something to share related to any aspect of medical imaging and radiation therapy, including patients, families, health care leaders, policy makers, and MRTs. Submissions are not restricted to any particular format—we...

Journal Updates – April 2021

MRS Narratives format now open for submissions! The format is for anyone with something to share related to any aspect of medical imaging and radiation therapy, including patients, families, health care leaders, policy makers, and MRTs. Submissions are not restricted to any particular format—we...

The transition of CPQR to CAPCA Since 2010, CPQR and its partners CAMRT, the Canadian Association of Radiation Oncology (CARO) and the Canadian Organization of Medical Physicists (COMP) have worked together to drive practice harmonization, improve patient safety, improve quality and support equitable access...

The transition of CPQR to CAPCA

The transition of CPQR to CAPCA Since 2010, CPQR and its partners CAMRT, the Canadian Association of Radiation Oncology (CARO) and the Canadian Organization of Medical Physicists (COMP) have worked together to drive practice harmonization, improve patient safety, improve quality and support equitable access...

MRS Narratives format now open for submissions! The format is for anyone with something to share related to any aspect of medical imaging and radiation therapy, including patients, families, health care leaders, policy makers, and MRTs. Submissions are not restricted to any particular format—we...

Journal Updates – March 2021

MRS Narratives format now open for submissions! The format is for anyone with something to share related to any aspect of medical imaging and radiation therapy, including patients, families, health care leaders, policy makers, and MRTs. Submissions are not restricted to any particular format—we...

Input Value ShareLink The needs and concerns of clinical educators in radiography education in the face of COVID-19 pandemic https://authors.elsevier.com/a/1clNO6v4mTIWiR Maintaining Quality While Adapting to a Virtual Work Environment during the COVID-19 Pandemic https://authors.elsevier.com/a/1clNO_i6u2xSut Digital Healthcare and shifting equipoise in Radiation Oncology: The Butterfly Effect...

JMIRS Sharelinks for Vol 52.1

Input Value ShareLink The needs and concerns of clinical educators in radiography education in the face of COVID-19 pandemic https://authors.elsevier.com/a/1clNO6v4mTIWiR Maintaining Quality While Adapting to a Virtual Work Environment during the COVID-19 Pandemic https://authors.elsevier.com/a/1clNO_i6u2xSut Digital Healthcare and shifting equipoise in Radiation Oncology: The Butterfly Effect...

As part of your involvement in the British Institute of Radiology World Partner Network you have free access to the following recorded talk:   Trauma cases from around the world   Visit three continents and five countries in this journey to trauma centres around...

BIR Video: Trauma Cases from Around the World

As part of your involvement in the British Institute of Radiology World Partner Network you have free access to the following recorded talk:   Trauma cases from around the world   Visit three continents and five countries in this journey to trauma centres around...

ISRRT Facebook Live Special Event in collaboration with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA): “Radiation Safety Culture Trait Talks” Date: February 28th, 2021 Where? ISRRT’s Facebook page Time: 7 AM – Central time / 8 AM – EST time Speakers: 1. Dr. Debbie Gilley ,...

ISRRT Facebook Live: “Radiation safety culture trait talks”

ISRRT Facebook Live Special Event in collaboration with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA): “Radiation Safety Culture Trait Talks” Date: February 28th, 2021 Where? ISRRT’s Facebook page Time: 7 AM – Central time / 8 AM – EST time Speakers: 1. Dr. Debbie Gilley ,...

The JMIRS annual special editions are a collection of papers on special interest and topical areas. We aim to engage a community of authors and readers, to help highlight the latest research and to develop new ideas and research directions. In 2022 we are curating...

JMIRS Call for Papers 2022

The JMIRS annual special editions are a collection of papers on special interest and topical areas. We aim to engage a community of authors and readers, to help highlight the latest research and to develop new ideas and research directions. In 2022 we are curating...

Twitter Journal Club – February edition: The upcoming edition of #Medradjclub will be February 24th discussing advanced practice roles. Details and times are available on the website at: https://medradjclub.wordpress.com/. If you haven’t checked out the club yet, be sure to join us!   Press...

Journal Updates – February 2021

Twitter Journal Club – February edition: The upcoming edition of #Medradjclub will be February 24th discussing advanced practice roles. Details and times are available on the website at: https://medradjclub.wordpress.com/. If you haven’t checked out the club yet, be sure to join us!   Press...

Facebook Live Breathwork Sessions Facebook Live Session: Join Lauren de Freitas as you explore how accessible and grounding breathwork can be while learning about the scientific benefits of breathwork in a non-intimidating way. You will be guided through three different breathwork exercises that you...

New Mental Health Resources

Facebook Live Breathwork Sessions Facebook Live Session: Join Lauren de Freitas as you explore how accessible and grounding breathwork can be while learning about the scientific benefits of breathwork in a non-intimidating way. You will be guided through three different breathwork exercises that you...

SAVE THE DATE: Facebook Live, Breathwork Sessions Next week, join Lauren de Freitas as you explore how accessible and grounding breathwork can be while learning about the scientific benefits of breathwork in a non-intimidating way. You will be guided through three different breathwork exercises...

Facebook Live, Breathwork Sessions – January 2021

SAVE THE DATE: Facebook Live, Breathwork Sessions Next week, join Lauren de Freitas as you explore how accessible and grounding breathwork can be while learning about the scientific benefits of breathwork in a non-intimidating way. You will be guided through three different breathwork exercises...

New Podcast! Pete Bridge, JMIRS Editorial Board member and Senior Lecturer (Radiotherapy) at the University of Liverpool, interviews his father, Robert Bridge, for our latest podcast. Robert speaks on his role with JMIRS in relation to the four “P’s”: as a patient, a painter,...

Journal Updates – January 2021

New Podcast! Pete Bridge, JMIRS Editorial Board member and Senior Lecturer (Radiotherapy) at the University of Liverpool, interviews his father, Robert Bridge, for our latest podcast. Robert speaks on his role with JMIRS in relation to the four “P’s”: as a patient, a painter,...

– NOTICE OF MEETING – 79th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists Sunday, May 16th, 2021, 12:50 – 14:20   The 79th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists will be held virtually and made available...

Notice of Meeting – 79th Annual General Meeting

– NOTICE OF MEETING – 79th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists Sunday, May 16th, 2021, 12:50 – 14:20   The 79th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists will be held virtually and made available...

Celebration of CAMRTF Past Grant Recipients! Jackie Middleton, MRT I continue to reap the benefits of my advanced degree in health sciences education.  Being supported throughout my studies by my employer and the CAMRT Foundation was key to my success in achieving a master’s...

Celebration of CAMRT Foundation Past Grant Recipients!

Celebration of CAMRTF Past Grant Recipients! Jackie Middleton, MRT I continue to reap the benefits of my advanced degree in health sciences education.  Being supported throughout my studies by my employer and the CAMRT Foundation was key to my success in achieving a master’s...

The CAMRT invites submissions for the 2021 CAMRT Competitive Awards Program. The competition is open to CAMRT members in good standing and students enrolled in accredited medical radiation technology education programs.   The deadline for submission is February 15, 2021. For more information on...

Submissions for the 2021 CAMRT Competitive Awards Program

The CAMRT invites submissions for the 2021 CAMRT Competitive Awards Program. The competition is open to CAMRT members in good standing and students enrolled in accredited medical radiation technology education programs.   The deadline for submission is February 15, 2021. For more information on...

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS FOR THE CAMRT HONORARY AWARDS   The CAMRT Awards Program was established to highlight the expertise and professionalism of CAMRT members and students. The CAMRT is proud to recognize individuals who have contributed to their profession and association. We all know...

Call For Nominations for the 2021 CAMRT Honorary Awards

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS FOR THE CAMRT HONORARY AWARDS   The CAMRT Awards Program was established to highlight the expertise and professionalism of CAMRT members and students. The CAMRT is proud to recognize individuals who have contributed to their profession and association. We all know...

This is a reminder that effective December 31 2020 CAMRT will no longer be accepting the Mammography courses towards either the Certificate in Breast Imaging – Screening or Certificate in Breast Imaging – Diagnostic program registrations. If you wish to proceed using one (or...

Mammography Courses – Phasing Out, Dec 31 2020

This is a reminder that effective December 31 2020 CAMRT will no longer be accepting the Mammography courses towards either the Certificate in Breast Imaging – Screening or Certificate in Breast Imaging – Diagnostic program registrations. If you wish to proceed using one (or...

The Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (JMIRS) is looking for a medical radiation technologist who is active and proficient in social media to assist in the promotion of our journal! Role description Your primary role is to develop and post social media...

Call for a JMIRS Social Media Coordinator

The Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (JMIRS) is looking for a medical radiation technologist who is active and proficient in social media to assist in the promotion of our journal! Role description Your primary role is to develop and post social media...

This year, CAMRT is using MRT Week as the springboard for a new national awareness campaign. In addition to the posters displayed at your sites, you can help AMPLIFY and EXPAND the reach of this campaign by helping us to SHARE this material online....

MRT Awareness Campaign Videos for sharing

This year, CAMRT is using MRT Week as the springboard for a new national awareness campaign. In addition to the posters displayed at your sites, you can help AMPLIFY and EXPAND the reach of this campaign by helping us to SHARE this material online....

MRT Week 2020 – Understanding the Impact of COVID-19 on the MRT Community: A CAMRT Perspective Free for everyone (members and non-members) This MRT Week, Mark Given and Laura Zychla from CAMRT’s Professional Practice Department will be offering an insight into the data they...

MRT Week 2020 Webinar

MRT Week 2020 – Understanding the Impact of COVID-19 on the MRT Community: A CAMRT Perspective Free for everyone (members and non-members) This MRT Week, Mark Given and Laura Zychla from CAMRT’s Professional Practice Department will be offering an insight into the data they...

CAMRT members are invited to submit resolutions or motions to be debated at the 2021 Annual General Meeting, which will be held in Ottawa, Ontario. All resolutions or motions must be sponsored by ten CAMRT voting members. The deadline for receiving resolutions is FEBRUARY...

Resolutions or Motions for 2021 Annual General Meeting

CAMRT members are invited to submit resolutions or motions to be debated at the 2021 Annual General Meeting, which will be held in Ottawa, Ontario. All resolutions or motions must be sponsored by ten CAMRT voting members. The deadline for receiving resolutions is FEBRUARY...

The new CAMRT newsletter is now available! Highlights of Volume 38, Issue 3: A look at what is our new normal An MRT Week guide MRT Advocacy Continuing Professional Development news  and much more! Available here

CAMRT News – Volume 38, Issue 3 now available

The new CAMRT newsletter is now available! Highlights of Volume 38, Issue 3: A look at what is our new normal An MRT Week guide MRT Advocacy Continuing Professional Development news  and much more! Available here

The CAMRT Best Practice Guidelines (BPGs) are the means for providing the best possible outcome for patients based on judgments that consider patient needs, clinical experience, and the best available evidence. You can find more information and the guidelines on this website. CAMRT’s BPG Working...

Volunteer position within the BPG Working Group – Radiation Technology

The CAMRT Best Practice Guidelines (BPGs) are the means for providing the best possible outcome for patients based on judgments that consider patient needs, clinical experience, and the best available evidence. You can find more information and the guidelines on this website. CAMRT’s BPG Working...

October 1, 2020 @ 11:59 PM (Eastern) Rewrite exam:  Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date.  This includes prerequisite and competency based exams.   Challenge exam: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge...

FALL 2020 REWRITE AND CHALLENGE EXAM REGISTRATION DEADLINE

October 1, 2020 @ 11:59 PM (Eastern) Rewrite exam:  Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date.  This includes prerequisite and competency based exams.   Challenge exam: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge...

Call for Social Media Editor: The JMIRS is looking for a medical radiation technologist who is active and proficient in social media to assist in the promotion of our journal – click here to read more about this position, closing date December 10th. #MedRadJClub...

Journal Updates December 2020

Call for Social Media Editor: The JMIRS is looking for a medical radiation technologist who is active and proficient in social media to assist in the promotion of our journal – click here to read more about this position, closing date December 10th. #MedRadJClub...

The CAMRT Best Practice Guidelines (BPGs) are the means for providing the best possible outcome for patients based on judgments that consider patient needs, clinical experience, and the best available evidence. You can find more information and the guidelines on this website. CAMRT’s BPG Working...

Call for: Best Practice Guideline Working Group Volunteer

The CAMRT Best Practice Guidelines (BPGs) are the means for providing the best possible outcome for patients based on judgments that consider patient needs, clinical experience, and the best available evidence. You can find more information and the guidelines on this website. CAMRT’s BPG Working...

The Newsletter volume 38, Issue 2 is now available for download and viewing. Highlights include : Advocacy updates A closer look at MRTs during COVID-19 Face shields printing Education updates A preview our new digital badges And much more!

Check out the latest issue of our newsletter!

The Newsletter volume 38, Issue 2 is now available for download and viewing. Highlights include : Advocacy updates A closer look at MRTs during COVID-19 Face shields printing Education updates A preview our new digital badges And much more!

We need your creativity to make the cover for our upcoming special issue even more special! The theme of this issue is Interpersonal Skills (see call for papers for more info). What do you picture when this aspect of medical radiation technology meets art? We...

Take part in the 2020 JMIRS cover art competition!

We need your creativity to make the cover for our upcoming special issue even more special! The theme of this issue is Interpersonal Skills (see call for papers for more info). What do you picture when this aspect of medical radiation technology meets art? We...

The CAMRT Best Practice Guidelines (BPGs) are the means for providing the best possible outcome for patients based on judgments that consider patient needs, clinical experience, and the best available evidence. You can find more information and the guidelines on this website. CAMRT’s BPG Working...

BPG Working Group Volunteer Recruitment

The CAMRT Best Practice Guidelines (BPGs) are the means for providing the best possible outcome for patients based on judgments that consider patient needs, clinical experience, and the best available evidence. You can find more information and the guidelines on this website. CAMRT’s BPG Working...

It’s National AccessAbility Week! It’s a chance for us to take a moment for recognition of the many amazing contributions that people with disabilities have made, and continue to make, to our communities. In Canada, we’re surrounded by examples of people with disabilities who...

National AccessAbility Week

It’s National AccessAbility Week! It’s a chance for us to take a moment for recognition of the many amazing contributions that people with disabilities have made, and continue to make, to our communities. In Canada, we’re surrounded by examples of people with disabilities who...

We would like to invite you to take a few short minutes to answer a quick survey about a planned awareness campaign – aimed at getting MRTs the recognition they deserve. Your answers will help us gather your priorities and determine what shape an...

National MRT Awareness Campaign Survey

We would like to invite you to take a few short minutes to answer a quick survey about a planned awareness campaign – aimed at getting MRTs the recognition they deserve. Your answers will help us gather your priorities and determine what shape an...

Nominate an MRT Hero Do you know an MRT who deserves special recognition for going above and beyond during the time of COVID-19? Let us know! The CAMRT would like to recognize MRTs who have made an exceptional impact or have gone that extra mile in making...

Nominate an MRT Hero

Nominate an MRT Hero Do you know an MRT who deserves special recognition for going above and beyond during the time of COVID-19? Let us know! The CAMRT would like to recognize MRTs who have made an exceptional impact or have gone that extra mile in making...

The World Health Organization (WHO) is inviting healthcare professionals around the world to participate in a survey to collect data about risk factors and their controls for health and safety of health workers in COVID-19. The data collected through this survey will inform high...

World Health Organization Survey

The World Health Organization (WHO) is inviting healthcare professionals around the world to participate in a survey to collect data about risk factors and their controls for health and safety of health workers in COVID-19. The data collected through this survey will inform high...

The JMIRS annual special editions are a collection of papers on special interest and topical areas. We aim to engage a community of authors and readers, to help highlight the latest research and to develop new ideas and research directions. We are delighted to...

JMIRS Call for Papers 2021 – Education in the medical imaging and radiation sciences

The JMIRS annual special editions are a collection of papers on special interest and topical areas. We aim to engage a community of authors and readers, to help highlight the latest research and to develop new ideas and research directions. We are delighted to...

(le français suit)   Johnson Insurance will award 50 scholarships each valued at $1,000 to students graduating high school in 2020 and attending a Canadian post-secondary education institution this fall. Children or grandchildren of CAMRT members may apply. Application deadline: July 15, 2020 Click...

Johnson Insurance 2020 Scholarship Program – Application deadline

(le français suit)   Johnson Insurance will award 50 scholarships each valued at $1,000 to students graduating high school in 2020 and attending a Canadian post-secondary education institution this fall. Children or grandchildren of CAMRT members may apply. Application deadline: July 15, 2020 Click...

The CAMRT 2020 Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place on May 31st, 12:00 – 13:30.  The CAMRT will be broadcasting its AGM via live stream to members who wish to attend across the country.  Members will be able to watch the meeting in...

CAMRT 2020 Annual General Meeting : Advanced Voting Form

The CAMRT 2020 Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place on May 31st, 12:00 – 13:30.  The CAMRT will be broadcasting its AGM via live stream to members who wish to attend across the country.  Members will be able to watch the meeting in...

Dear CAMRT Members, While it may seem like a cliché, it would be hard to disagree that we truly are in unprecedented times. The speed and intensity of the global spread of COVID-19 is affecting most every aspect of our lives. At CAMRT, we...

Message from CAMRT CEO: COVID-19

Dear CAMRT Members, While it may seem like a cliché, it would be hard to disagree that we truly are in unprecedented times. The speed and intensity of the global spread of COVID-19 is affecting most every aspect of our lives. At CAMRT, we...

The CAMRT will support participation for two members in the International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT) Conference in Dublin, Ireland taking place from August 26-29, 2020, with the aim of increasing CAMRT visibility on the international stage. To be eligible for the...

Win a trip to the ISRRT 2020 in Dublin

The CAMRT will support participation for two members in the International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT) Conference in Dublin, Ireland taking place from August 26-29, 2020, with the aim of increasing CAMRT visibility on the international stage. To be eligible for the...

VOLUNTEER REVIEWERS RECRUITMENT CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT APPROVAL PROGRAM CAMRT is recruiting individuals who are interested in volunteering their time and expertise to peer review Continuing Professional Development (CPD) content and/or to assist with the assignment of credit through our Continuing Education Credit Approval Program...

Volunteer Reviewers Recruitment: Continuing Education Credit Approval Program (CECAP)

VOLUNTEER REVIEWERS RECRUITMENT CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT APPROVAL PROGRAM CAMRT is recruiting individuals who are interested in volunteering their time and expertise to peer review Continuing Professional Development (CPD) content and/or to assist with the assignment of credit through our Continuing Education Credit Approval Program...

In the light of today being #BellLetsTalk day, we would like to share with you a look at the mental health of our MRTs, with an article entitled: A Look Into The CAMRT Mental Health Survey Results Click here to view 

A Look Into The CAMRT Mental Health Survey Results

In the light of today being #BellLetsTalk day, we would like to share with you a look at the mental health of our MRTs, with an article entitled: A Look Into The CAMRT Mental Health Survey Results Click here to view 

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists is collaborating with the Leading the way in radiography advanced practice (LTWRAP) conference to provide a speaker to the 3rd Biennial Global Conference to be held October 30-31, 2020, in Melbourne, Australia! The selection of the speaker (with an accepted abstract) will...

Speaker Competition Call for Abstracts- 3rd Biennial Global Conference

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists is collaborating with the Leading the way in radiography advanced practice (LTWRAP) conference to provide a speaker to the 3rd Biennial Global Conference to be held October 30-31, 2020, in Melbourne, Australia! The selection of the speaker (with an accepted abstract) will...

Save up to 45% off regular GoodLife Fitness membership rates! As a CAMRT member, you have access to exclusive GoodLife Fitness membership pricing at any of the over 250 clubs across Canada. For only $499 annually (or $21.12 bi-weekly) + tax, you, and up...

Check out our GoodLife Fitness Membership Discounts!

Save up to 45% off regular GoodLife Fitness membership rates! As a CAMRT member, you have access to exclusive GoodLife Fitness membership pricing at any of the over 250 clubs across Canada. For only $499 annually (or $21.12 bi-weekly) + tax, you, and up...

Director of Education board position under election. As a matter of resignation of the previously elected (during the Trinidad and Tobago council meeting ) Director of Education, the Board  exercised the provision of the article 11 para 5  and  assigned  Thailand’s society Council member...

ISRRT World Congress 2020 – Call for nominations : Director of Education position and Marion Frank award

Director of Education board position under election. As a matter of resignation of the previously elected (during the Trinidad and Tobago council meeting ) Director of Education, the Board  exercised the provision of the article 11 para 5  and  assigned  Thailand’s society Council member...

CAMRT Leadership Development Institute –Call for Applications On June 12-14, 2020, the CAMRT will be hosting its annual Leadership Development Institute. This 3-day event is designed to engage CAMRT members who have demonstrated, at an early stage in their careers, leadership potential and a...

CAMRT Leadership Development Institute : Call for Applications 2020

CAMRT Leadership Development Institute –Call for Applications On June 12-14, 2020, the CAMRT will be hosting its annual Leadership Development Institute. This 3-day event is designed to engage CAMRT members who have demonstrated, at an early stage in their careers, leadership potential and a...

The new CAMRT newsletter now available! Highlights of Volume 37, Issue 4: Presentation of a toolkit for positive change in mental health Findings on quantitative ultrasound markers Recognition of members Event recapsAnd much more! Available here

NEW: The CAMRT Newsletter is now available!

The new CAMRT newsletter now available! Highlights of Volume 37, Issue 4: Presentation of a toolkit for positive change in mental health Findings on quantitative ultrasound markers Recognition of members Event recapsAnd much more! Available here

Both article collection and podcast explore the neurobiologic basis of these diseases, describe challenges as we move into an era of precision medicine, review cutting-edge preclinical research on neuroimaging in these fields and present new clinical imaging information of interest to an international, multidisciplinary...

BJR highlights neurodegenerative and psychiatric imaging in a special feature and podcast

Both article collection and podcast explore the neurobiologic basis of these diseases, describe challenges as we move into an era of precision medicine, review cutting-edge preclinical research on neuroimaging in these fields and present new clinical imaging information of interest to an international, multidisciplinary...

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Irving Gold as its new Chief Executive Officer. Irving comes to CAMRT with two decades of experience in research environments, government relations and advocacy, and association leadership. His career...

New CEO at CAMRT

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Irving Gold as its new Chief Executive Officer. Irving comes to CAMRT with two decades of experience in research environments, government relations and advocacy, and association leadership. His career...

We are pleased to announce that after a rigorous selection process, Dr. Amanda Bolderston has been ratified as the new Editor-in-Chief (EIC) of the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences as of January 1, 2020. Dr. Bolderston teaches undergraduate research for the Radiation...

Announcing the new Editor-in-Chief of JMIRS!

We are pleased to announce that after a rigorous selection process, Dr. Amanda Bolderston has been ratified as the new Editor-in-Chief (EIC) of the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences as of January 1, 2020. Dr. Bolderston teaches undergraduate research for the Radiation...

Join us  at RSNA 2019 : 105th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting from December 1–6 | McCormick Place, Chicago.   Associated Sciences Courses – December 1-2 This year, the Associated Sciences Courses program has  some great topics with a bit of a global theme...

RSNA 2019: Associated Sciences Courses program

Join us  at RSNA 2019 : 105th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting from December 1–6 | McCormick Place, Chicago.   Associated Sciences Courses – December 1-2 This year, the Associated Sciences Courses program has  some great topics with a bit of a global theme...

Participate in this years’ MRT Week Photo Contest This MRT Week, let’s take and share some photos, selfies, teamies, groupies… Take a group photo with your colleagues at work with a caption about MRT Week and/or the MRT profession. Share it on Twitter or...

Participate in this years’ MRT Week Photo Contest

Participate in this years’ MRT Week Photo Contest This MRT Week, let’s take and share some photos, selfies, teamies, groupies… Take a group photo with your colleagues at work with a caption about MRT Week and/or the MRT profession. Share it on Twitter or...

Register for a free MRT Week Webinar! Our special MRT Week presentation on “Bringing Your Ambition to Work” will feature professional leadership coach Andrea Janzen. Andrea is Certified Executive Coach through Royal Roads University and an Associate Certified Coach through the International Coach Federation....

Free MRT Week 2019 Webinar – Register today

Register for a free MRT Week Webinar! Our special MRT Week presentation on “Bringing Your Ambition to Work” will feature professional leadership coach Andrea Janzen. Andrea is Certified Executive Coach through Royal Roads University and an Associate Certified Coach through the International Coach Federation....

Join in real time discussions with peers across Canada! The CAMRT Communities of Practice (COPs) enable real time discussions, the ability to share information, or trouble-shoot practice related issues on a secure platform with experts in your field.   Coming to CAMRT COPs Get...

Join our COPs, powered by SLACK!

Join in real time discussions with peers across Canada! The CAMRT Communities of Practice (COPs) enable real time discussions, the ability to share information, or trouble-shoot practice related issues on a secure platform with experts in your field.   Coming to CAMRT COPs Get...

International Society of Radiographers & Radiological Technologists https://isrrtdublin2020.ie/ The ISRRT 2020 Conference Programme Committee call for abstracts is now open. In August 26-29th, 2020, the World Congress of the International Society of Radiographers and Radiologic Technologists (ISRRT) comes to Dublin, Ireland for the first time. The ISRRT...

ISRRT 21st World Congress: Abstract Deadline and Important dates

International Society of Radiographers & Radiological Technologists https://isrrtdublin2020.ie/ The ISRRT 2020 Conference Programme Committee call for abstracts is now open. In August 26-29th, 2020, the World Congress of the International Society of Radiographers and Radiologic Technologists (ISRRT) comes to Dublin, Ireland for the first time. The ISRRT...

REWRITE AND CHALLENGE EXAM REGISTRATION DEADLINE October  1, 2019 @ 11:59 PM (Eastern)   Rewrite:  Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date.   Challenge: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge and experience...

Rewrite and Challenge Exam Registration Deadline – Oct 1, 2019

REWRITE AND CHALLENGE EXAM REGISTRATION DEADLINE October  1, 2019 @ 11:59 PM (Eastern)   Rewrite:  Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date.   Challenge: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge and experience...

Back-to-School, Back-to-Basics Sale Quick Self-Study courses: Providing Effective Feedback to MRT Students in the Clinical Environment Reviewing Patient Education Skills in the Clinical Setting Infectious Diseases Review: Prevention, Transmission, Treatment ECG Imaging: The essentials Reflective Practice for MRTs  Only $45 for members, until December...

Limited-time Quick Self-Study Promotion for CAMRT members!

Back-to-School, Back-to-Basics Sale Quick Self-Study courses: Providing Effective Feedback to MRT Students in the Clinical Environment Reviewing Patient Education Skills in the Clinical Setting Infectious Diseases Review: Prevention, Transmission, Treatment ECG Imaging: The essentials Reflective Practice for MRTs  Only $45 for members, until December...

  Enjoy the rest of your summer with our newest issue of the CAMRT Newsletter at hand. Highlights from Volume 37.3: Reports on CONNECT 2019, GameChangers, CAIR and more A look into the CAMRT Mental Health Survey Member recognition And much more! Click here...

The Summer 2019 Newsletter is now available

  Enjoy the rest of your summer with our newest issue of the CAMRT Newsletter at hand. Highlights from Volume 37.3: Reports on CONNECT 2019, GameChangers, CAIR and more A look into the CAMRT Mental Health Survey Member recognition And much more! Click here...

We are preparing a special issue on the topic of Interpersonal Skills, to be published in December 2020. Our goal is to present material of the highest quality that informs MRTs and members of the healthcare team on the role and impact of our...

JMIRS Call for Papers 2020 – Interpersonal Skills

We are preparing a special issue on the topic of Interpersonal Skills, to be published in December 2020. Our goal is to present material of the highest quality that informs MRTs and members of the healthcare team on the role and impact of our...

We need your creativity to make the cover for our upcoming special issue even more special! The theme of this issue is Artificial Intelligence. What do you picture when this aspect of medical radiation technology meets art? We want to see your inspiration! The contest...

Take part in the 2019 JMIRS cover art competition!

We need your creativity to make the cover for our upcoming special issue even more special! The theme of this issue is Artificial Intelligence. What do you picture when this aspect of medical radiation technology meets art? We want to see your inspiration! The contest...

Check out the latest edition of your member newsletter, now available for viewing and download. Highlights from Volume 37.2: Our annual GameChangers Education day highlights Celebrating member success Updates on the latest developments in programs and services from CAMRT and its provincial partners And much...

The new issue of our CAMRT Newsletter is now available!

Check out the latest edition of your member newsletter, now available for viewing and download. Highlights from Volume 37.2: Our annual GameChangers Education day highlights Celebrating member success Updates on the latest developments in programs and services from CAMRT and its provincial partners And much...

In Partnership with OC, CAR and CAMRT October 26-27, 2019 Hamilton, ON The Osteoporosis Essentials Bone Densitometry course by the ISCD ( International Society of Clinical Densitometry ) and IOF ( International Osteoporosis Foundation ) and Update on Skeletal Imaging presents the state of...

ISCD & IOF Osteoporosis essentials course / Canadian update on skeletal imaging

In Partnership with OC, CAR and CAMRT October 26-27, 2019 Hamilton, ON The Osteoporosis Essentials Bone Densitometry course by the ISCD ( International Society of Clinical Densitometry ) and IOF ( International Osteoporosis Foundation ) and Update on Skeletal Imaging presents the state of...

MRTs take note, the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) is gearing up for its meeting in 2020. The meeting will have a special focus on Canada, with a session that focuses on research and presentations from Canadian technologists. To start your planning, refer to...

The European Congress of Radiology 2020

MRTs take note, the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) is gearing up for its meeting in 2020. The meeting will have a special focus on Canada, with a session that focuses on research and presentations from Canadian technologists. To start your planning, refer to...

CAMRT has been asked to pass on information about an opportunity participate in human factors study for new technology in the field of interventional radiology. The study, run by Health Human Factors, will:   For this study Health Human Factors is recruiting MRTs that...

Device usability study in interventional radiology

CAMRT has been asked to pass on information about an opportunity participate in human factors study for new technology in the field of interventional radiology. The study, run by Health Human Factors, will:   For this study Health Human Factors is recruiting MRTs that...

The Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) in collaboration with the International Society of Radiographers and Radiation Technologists (ISRRT) is in need of 1 or 2 radiological technology educators to create and present two webinar lectures in French on the following topics: “Introduction of Quality Assurance in...

Call for French Speaking volunteers!

The Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) in collaboration with the International Society of Radiographers and Radiation Technologists (ISRRT) is in need of 1 or 2 radiological technology educators to create and present two webinar lectures in French on the following topics: “Introduction of Quality Assurance in...

The CAMRT is looking for volunteers to assist the ISRRT with the above project. The main purpose of the project is to provide technical support to WHO for the identification of the gaps and needs of medical radiation technologists (MRTs) for better health care....

Call for volunteers – Development of a Joint Paper (ISRRT-WHO) on Radiographers/RTs’ Health and Safety: Prevention of musculoskeletal disorders and “burn-out” syndrome

The CAMRT is looking for volunteers to assist the ISRRT with the above project. The main purpose of the project is to provide technical support to WHO for the identification of the gaps and needs of medical radiation technologists (MRTs) for better health care....

The 2019 AGM Workbook is now available online.  The workbook is located in the Members Only section of the CAMRT website.  A limited number of the AGM Workbook will also be provided at the Annual General Meeting.  We encourage you to download the AGM...

2019 AGM Workbook is now available online

The 2019 AGM Workbook is now available online.  The workbook is located in the Members Only section of the CAMRT website.  A limited number of the AGM Workbook will also be provided at the Annual General Meeting.  We encourage you to download the AGM...

Sign up to activate your free subscription to Canadian Health Technology publications   Canadian Healthcare Technology Monthly magazine (available in print or digital edition) for users of technology in the Canadian healthcare system. Contains a variety of articles addressing all aspects of technology in...

New Offer for CAMRT Members

Sign up to activate your free subscription to Canadian Health Technology publications   Canadian Healthcare Technology Monthly magazine (available in print or digital edition) for users of technology in the Canadian healthcare system. Contains a variety of articles addressing all aspects of technology in...

This year, the CAMRT will be broadcasting its 2019 AGM to members who wish to attend across the country via live stream. This will give those who attend the chance to watch the meeting in real time and take part in the meeting through...

CAMRT Annual General Meeting – attend virtually!

This year, the CAMRT will be broadcasting its 2019 AGM to members who wish to attend across the country via live stream. This will give those who attend the chance to watch the meeting in real time and take part in the meeting through...

The CAMRT is looking to recruit technologists interested in volunteering on the program committees for the Radiological Technology Roadshow, which will stop in Ottawa/Gatineau (ON), Vancouver (BC) and in Atlantic Canada in the fall of 2019 (each location has a separate committee). Duties may...

Call for Volunteers 2019 Radiological Technology Roadshow

The CAMRT is looking to recruit technologists interested in volunteering on the program committees for the Radiological Technology Roadshow, which will stop in Ottawa/Gatineau (ON), Vancouver (BC) and in Atlantic Canada in the fall of 2019 (each location has a separate committee). Duties may...

The Editor-in-Chief (EIC) reports to the CAMRT Board of Directors for matters that pertain only to business and financial operations. The EIC assumes total responsibility for the editorial content in the JMIRS. The EIC will work in collaboration with the JMIRS managing editor and...

The JMIRS is recruiting a new Editor-in-Chief

The Editor-in-Chief (EIC) reports to the CAMRT Board of Directors for matters that pertain only to business and financial operations. The EIC assumes total responsibility for the editorial content in the JMIRS. The EIC will work in collaboration with the JMIRS managing editor and...

National Innovation Snapshot – in collaboration with CAMRT CAMRT is sponsoring up to five Travel Awards to present in the National Innovation Snapshot. This includes a minimum of $300 towards travel costs and complimentary conference registration valued at $450. This generous support is being...

Apply by March 15 to get a travel award and free registration to attend RTi3 in Toronto!

National Innovation Snapshot – in collaboration with CAMRT CAMRT is sponsoring up to five Travel Awards to present in the National Innovation Snapshot. This includes a minimum of $300 towards travel costs and complimentary conference registration valued at $450. This generous support is being...

The deadline for the Competency Profile Validation survey is March 11th. This survey seeks feedback from full-practice MRTs regarding the extent to which certain competencies are performed by entry-level MRTs and the importance of each competency for safe and effective practice. This survey is...

Competency Profile Validation survey – deadline March 11th

The deadline for the Competency Profile Validation survey is March 11th. This survey seeks feedback from full-practice MRTs regarding the extent to which certain competencies are performed by entry-level MRTs and the importance of each competency for safe and effective practice. This survey is...

Interested in how to better understand scientific manuscripts or keep up-to-date with research in your field? Looking for tips and tools to approach your first research project? This toolkit provides a variety of research-related resources for MRTs in all roles at all levels. Fostering...

CAMRT launches new Research Toolkit!

Interested in how to better understand scientific manuscripts or keep up-to-date with research in your field? Looking for tips and tools to approach your first research project? This toolkit provides a variety of research-related resources for MRTs in all roles at all levels. Fostering...

Click here to register: https://camrt.force.com/CPBase__item?id=a102L000004BLksQAG Presenter: Alan Thibeau, RTNM, M.Ed. Following this recorded webinar, learners will be able to: 1. Possess the knowledge to complete dose calibrator set up for 90Y. 2. Effectively communicate with the multidisciplinary team regarding Zevalin® treatment. 3. Safely handle...

Free webinar – Laboratory Preparation of Zevalin®

Click here to register: https://camrt.force.com/CPBase__item?id=a102L000004BLksQAG Presenter: Alan Thibeau, RTNM, M.Ed. Following this recorded webinar, learners will be able to: 1. Possess the knowledge to complete dose calibrator set up for 90Y. 2. Effectively communicate with the multidisciplinary team regarding Zevalin® treatment. 3. Safely handle...

It is with great sadness that we share with you the news of the untimely passing of our MRT colleague and valued CAMRT volunteer, Tammy Brown. Tammy was an instructor at Saskatchewan Polytechnic, a long time member of CAMRT’s computed tomography imaging certificate (CTIC)...

Remembering Tammy Brown

It is with great sadness that we share with you the news of the untimely passing of our MRT colleague and valued CAMRT volunteer, Tammy Brown. Tammy was an instructor at Saskatchewan Polytechnic, a long time member of CAMRT’s computed tomography imaging certificate (CTIC)...

Click one of the links below to register – spots are limited! Tuesday, March 5, 2019 @ 12:00 PM EDT  Tuesday, March 5, 2019 @ 3:00 PM EDT Objectives: 1) Refresh the understanding of undersampling and it’s consequences with MRI. 2) Introduce how undersampling...

Free webinar March 5th: Accelerated MRI Using Compressed Sensing

Click one of the links below to register – spots are limited! Tuesday, March 5, 2019 @ 12:00 PM EDT  Tuesday, March 5, 2019 @ 3:00 PM EDT Objectives: 1) Refresh the understanding of undersampling and it’s consequences with MRI. 2) Introduce how undersampling...

This Monday, February 4th is #WorldCancerDay. Help spread awareness about cancer as an MRT. There are numerous ways to take part both in your workplace and on social media. Use custom tools to make your own poster or social media banners, follow and share the...

Help Support Cancer Awareness on #WorldCancerDay!

This Monday, February 4th is #WorldCancerDay. Help spread awareness about cancer as an MRT. There are numerous ways to take part both in your workplace and on social media. Use custom tools to make your own poster or social media banners, follow and share the...

Brachytherapy: An Overview Brachytherapy is a standard technique in the treatment of many different malignancies however often provided by a dedicated multi-disciplinary team. This quick self study (QSS) will provide a brief overview of past, current and future practices for brachytherapy. Recent advancements including...

Quick Self Studies in Development – Coming Spring 2019!

Brachytherapy: An Overview Brachytherapy is a standard technique in the treatment of many different malignancies however often provided by a dedicated multi-disciplinary team. This quick self study (QSS) will provide a brief overview of past, current and future practices for brachytherapy. Recent advancements including...

REWRITE AND CHALLENGE EXAM REGISTRATION DEADLINE April 1, 2019 @ 11:59 PM (Eastern) Rewrite:  Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date. Challenge: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge and experience equivalent to...

Rewrite and Challenge Exam Registration Deadline – April 1, 2019

REWRITE AND CHALLENGE EXAM REGISTRATION DEADLINE April 1, 2019 @ 11:59 PM (Eastern) Rewrite:  Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date. Challenge: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge and experience equivalent to...

Bill Dickie, President and CEO of Advanced Accelerator Applications (AAA) Canada Inc., stated, “As the first ever approved Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy (PRRT) in Canada, Lutathera represents a significant innovation for the neuroendocrine tumor community. We are proud to work with the Federal and...

LUTATHERA® (lutetium (177Lu) oxodotreotide) Approved in Canada

Bill Dickie, President and CEO of Advanced Accelerator Applications (AAA) Canada Inc., stated, “As the first ever approved Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy (PRRT) in Canada, Lutathera represents a significant innovation for the neuroendocrine tumor community. We are proud to work with the Federal and...

In collaboration with the ACMDTT, we are pleased to announce that registration for CONNECT 2019 is now OPEN! Taking place in Edmonton on May 10th and 11th, 2019, CONNECT 2019 with a theme of “Linking Medical Diagnostic and Therapeutic Professionals” speaks to the unique opportunity...

Registration for CONNECT 2019 now OPEN

In collaboration with the ACMDTT, we are pleased to announce that registration for CONNECT 2019 is now OPEN! Taking place in Edmonton on May 10th and 11th, 2019, CONNECT 2019 with a theme of “Linking Medical Diagnostic and Therapeutic Professionals” speaks to the unique opportunity...

Through the agreement with The British Institute of Radiology, the next resource for our members is now available. This is a free service for members. Simply click on the link and register and set your own password. If you are already registered, please log in...

British Institute of Radiology World Partner Network: free recorded presentation on Imaging in Cervix Cancer

Through the agreement with The British Institute of Radiology, the next resource for our members is now available. This is a free service for members. Simply click on the link and register and set your own password. If you are already registered, please log in...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New CAMRT Choosing Wisely Canada Recommendations Released OTTAWA, January 7, 2019 – Choosing Wisely Canada today released the list of five priority recommendations developed by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists. Medical Radiation Technologists (MRTs) are frontline healthcare providers that...

New CAMRT Choosing Wisely Canada Recommendations Released

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New CAMRT Choosing Wisely Canada Recommendations Released OTTAWA, January 7, 2019 – Choosing Wisely Canada today released the list of five priority recommendations developed by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists. Medical Radiation Technologists (MRTs) are frontline healthcare providers that...

Join GE and CAMRT for a three-part webinar series presented by Dan Zikovitz, PhD, Principal Digital Solutions Architect at GE Healthcare Canada. Gain awareness of the Digital journey and leave the session with greater confidence and knowledge around Applied Intelligence (Al) in Healthcare and...

View our three-part webinar series on Digital and AI!

Join GE and CAMRT for a three-part webinar series presented by Dan Zikovitz, PhD, Principal Digital Solutions Architect at GE Healthcare Canada. Gain awareness of the Digital journey and leave the session with greater confidence and knowledge around Applied Intelligence (Al) in Healthcare and...

– NOTICE OF MEETING – 77th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists   Marriott Hotel, Ottawa, Ontario Saturday, April 27th, 2019 12:00 – 13:30   The 77th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists...

CAMRT Annual General Meeting

– NOTICE OF MEETING – 77th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists   Marriott Hotel, Ottawa, Ontario Saturday, April 27th, 2019 12:00 – 13:30   The 77th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists...

On June 7-9, 2019, the CAMRT will be hosting its annual Leadership Development Institute. This 3-day event is designed to engage CAMRT members who have demonstrated, at an early stage in their careers, leadership potential and a commitment to advancement of the medical imaging...

Call for Applications- Leadership Development Institute

On June 7-9, 2019, the CAMRT will be hosting its annual Leadership Development Institute. This 3-day event is designed to engage CAMRT members who have demonstrated, at an early stage in their careers, leadership potential and a commitment to advancement of the medical imaging...

ILA’s 21st Global Conference – CFP Now Open! Leadership: Courage Required Deadline: February 1st, 2019 Download the Complete Call for Proposals Submit Proposal Through Online System The 21st Annual Global Conference will take place in Ottawa, ON on October 24-27, 2019. Don’t miss this...

International Leadership Association’s 21st Global Conference – Call for Proposals Now Open!

ILA’s 21st Global Conference – CFP Now Open! Leadership: Courage Required Deadline: February 1st, 2019 Download the Complete Call for Proposals Submit Proposal Through Online System The 21st Annual Global Conference will take place in Ottawa, ON on October 24-27, 2019. Don’t miss this...

The CAMRT is pleased to announce the results of the election for the CAMRT Directors for the provinces of Newfoundland and Labrador, Ontario and Prince Edward Island. The online election ran from October 12th to November 11th, 2018 with 1,325 members (11.9% of eligible voters) casting...

CAMRT 2018 Board Member Election Results

The CAMRT is pleased to announce the results of the election for the CAMRT Directors for the provinces of Newfoundland and Labrador, Ontario and Prince Edward Island. The online election ran from October 12th to November 11th, 2018 with 1,325 members (11.9% of eligible voters) casting...

About RTi3 Conference RTi3 is Canada’s premier annual meeting for the Radiation Therapy community. RTi3 is committed to advancing the science and practice of Radiation Therapy, showcasing the latest research and clinical innovations. The conference takes place annually in Toronto.   To learn more...

15th Annual RTi3 – Radiation Therapy Conference

About RTi3 Conference RTi3 is Canada’s premier annual meeting for the Radiation Therapy community. RTi3 is committed to advancing the science and practice of Radiation Therapy, showcasing the latest research and clinical innovations. The conference takes place annually in Toronto.   To learn more...

Don’t miss our Radiological Technology Roadshow, entitled “Sports Injuries and Trauma Radiology” on November 17! With significant snowfalls and treacherous driving conditions predicted for vast areas of Eastern Canada this weekend, we are cancelling the physical stop on the Radiological Technology Roadshow and transforming it...

CAMRT Moncton Roadshow is Stopping at……YOUR HOUSE!!

Don’t miss our Radiological Technology Roadshow, entitled “Sports Injuries and Trauma Radiology” on November 17! With significant snowfalls and treacherous driving conditions predicted for vast areas of Eastern Canada this weekend, we are cancelling the physical stop on the Radiological Technology Roadshow and transforming it...

Dear CAMRT Members, This email is intended to provide you with an update on the recent production issues at the HFR Reactor in the Netherlands and their impact on the global isotope supply: Health Canada has received information from the High Level Working Group...

November 7th Update On The Global Supply Situation For MO-99

Dear CAMRT Members, This email is intended to provide you with an update on the recent production issues at the HFR Reactor in the Netherlands and their impact on the global isotope supply: Health Canada has received information from the High Level Working Group...

We are excited to announce that the official journal of the CAMRT, the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (JMIRS), has been officially accepted for inclusion in MEDLINE! MEDLINE is a database of citations and abstracts to biomedical literature, and only the most prestigious...

JMIRS to be listed on MEDLINE/PubMed

We are excited to announce that the official journal of the CAMRT, the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (JMIRS), has been officially accepted for inclusion in MEDLINE! MEDLINE is a database of citations and abstracts to biomedical literature, and only the most prestigious...

Dear CAMRT Members, This email is intended to provide you with an update on the message sent earlier this week with regard to the recent production issues at the HFR Reactor in the Netherlands. The CAMRT has been in touch with contacts at AIPES...

November 2nd Update on the Global Supply Situation for MO-99

Dear CAMRT Members, This email is intended to provide you with an update on the message sent earlier this week with regard to the recent production issues at the HFR Reactor in the Netherlands. The CAMRT has been in touch with contacts at AIPES...

Dear CAMRT Members, This email is intended to provide you with an update on some recent issues concerning the global isotope supply: The AIPES Emergency Response Team (ERT) had a teleconference on October 30th 2018 and received a report concerning an unplanned stop in...

October 31 Update on the Global Supply Situation for MO-99

Dear CAMRT Members, This email is intended to provide you with an update on some recent issues concerning the global isotope supply: The AIPES Emergency Response Team (ERT) had a teleconference on October 30th 2018 and received a report concerning an unplanned stop in...

As you know, Canada is facing ongoing and new challenges in cancer control including an aging population that places increased demands on care services, rising healthcare costs, and inequities for underserved and underrepresented populations. The federal Minister of Health has asked the Canadian Partnership...

Help refresh Canada’s cancer strategy!

As you know, Canada is facing ongoing and new challenges in cancer control including an aging population that places increased demands on care services, rising healthcare costs, and inequities for underserved and underrepresented populations. The federal Minister of Health has asked the Canadian Partnership...

Medical dosimetry is a field that has gone and continues to go through radical change. With continuous advances in technology and ever- changing standards, the Canadian Dosimetry Certificate (CDC) provides an opportunity for the radiation therapist to obtain credentials that are recognized by professionals...

Upcoming Changes to the Certificate in Dosimetry Program

Medical dosimetry is a field that has gone and continues to go through radical change. With continuous advances in technology and ever- changing standards, the Canadian Dosimetry Certificate (CDC) provides an opportunity for the radiation therapist to obtain credentials that are recognized by professionals...

CAMRT members are invited to submit resolutions or motions to be debated at the 2019 Annual General Meeting, which will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2019, in Ottawa, Ontario. All resolutions or motions must be sponsored by ten CAMRT voting members. The deadline...

Resolutions or Motions for 2019 Annual General Meeting

CAMRT members are invited to submit resolutions or motions to be debated at the 2019 Annual General Meeting, which will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2019, in Ottawa, Ontario. All resolutions or motions must be sponsored by ten CAMRT voting members. The deadline...

Dear CAMRT Members, This email is intended to provide you with an update on the situations at the BR2 Reactor in Belgium, the South African NTP processing facility, and the I-131 medical isotope supply: The AIPES Emergency Response Team (ERT) had a teleconference on...

Sep 14 Update on the Global Supply Situation for MO-99

Dear CAMRT Members, This email is intended to provide you with an update on the situations at the BR2 Reactor in Belgium, the South African NTP processing facility, and the I-131 medical isotope supply: The AIPES Emergency Response Team (ERT) had a teleconference on...

Annual Speaker Competition—43rd ASRT Radiation Therapy Conference September 15-17, 2019, McCormick Place, Chicago IL The CAMRT is once again working with the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) to provide a speaker for the ASRT Radiation Therapy Conference. We are looking for an innovative...

Annual Speaker Competition—43rd ASRT Radiation Therapy Conference & ASRT@RSNA

Annual Speaker Competition—43rd ASRT Radiation Therapy Conference September 15-17, 2019, McCormick Place, Chicago IL The CAMRT is once again working with the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) to provide a speaker for the ASRT Radiation Therapy Conference. We are looking for an innovative...

This fall, CAMRT is offering its members a 40% discount on more than half of its popular quick self study CPD options. Members have been asking for a greater range of low-cost CPD options — with dozens of free webinars and recordings and now...

Fall Sale: 40% Off Select Quick Self Studies

This fall, CAMRT is offering its members a 40% discount on more than half of its popular quick self study CPD options. Members have been asking for a greater range of low-cost CPD options — with dozens of free webinars and recordings and now...

The BIR World Partner Network brings a FREE webinar to CAMRT members: CT in Diffuse Interstitial Lung Disease: Survival Guide and Case-Based Discussion Presented by Dr Simon Padley and Dr Sujal R Desai, Consultant Radiologists. Dr Padley is the Director of Radiology at the Royal...

Free BIR webinar on CT in Diffuse Interstitial Lung Disease for members

The BIR World Partner Network brings a FREE webinar to CAMRT members: CT in Diffuse Interstitial Lung Disease: Survival Guide and Case-Based Discussion Presented by Dr Simon Padley and Dr Sujal R Desai, Consultant Radiologists. Dr Padley is the Director of Radiology at the Royal...

The CAMRT Board of Directors recently passed a motion to increase CAMRT dues by 2.2%. The last significant dues increase was in the 2013 membership year. This modest increase for the 2019 membership year will enable CAMRT to continue moving new initiatives in support...

Important Notice Regarding 2019 Membership Dues

The CAMRT Board of Directors recently passed a motion to increase CAMRT dues by 2.2%. The last significant dues increase was in the 2013 membership year. This modest increase for the 2019 membership year will enable CAMRT to continue moving new initiatives in support...

Our AI issue has evolved…. As it appears that there is not the level of original research being undertaken by MRTs as we had envisioned, we are reframing our approach to this planned issue to instead curate a selection of review and editorial pieces....

JMIRS Call for Papers 2019: Artificial Intelligence

Our AI issue has evolved…. As it appears that there is not the level of original research being undertaken by MRTs as we had envisioned, we are reframing our approach to this planned issue to instead curate a selection of review and editorial pieces....

$200 Porting Bonus For a limited time, get a bill credit of $200 for each line you bring to TELUS and activate a new smartphone on a 2-year Your Choice plan. Save 30% off select 2 year Your Choice™ plans Save 30% with Corporate Your...

New Telus discount for CAMRT Members — Power Couple!

$200 Porting Bonus For a limited time, get a bill credit of $200 for each line you bring to TELUS and activate a new smartphone on a 2-year Your Choice plan. Save 30% off select 2 year Your Choice™ plans Save 30% with Corporate Your...

RAD-AID recently created the French Radiology-Readiness Assessment Tool for our new outreach program in French-speaking African countries (dark blue and light blue for French as 1st and 2nd languages, respectively; Map Source: Wikimedia Commons). RAD-AID Radiology-Readiness is available in 4 languages. Volunteer in French-speaking outreach teams for...

Volunteer in French-speaking outreach teams for global radiology

RAD-AID recently created the French Radiology-Readiness Assessment Tool for our new outreach program in French-speaking African countries (dark blue and light blue for French as 1st and 2nd languages, respectively; Map Source: Wikimedia Commons). RAD-AID Radiology-Readiness is available in 4 languages. Volunteer in French-speaking outreach teams for...

We need your creativity to make the cover for our upcoming special issue even more special! The theme of this issue is Personalized Medicine (medical care in which treatment is customized for an individual patient). What do you picture when this aspect of medical radiation...

Take part in the 2018 JMIRS cover art competition!

We need your creativity to make the cover for our upcoming special issue even more special! The theme of this issue is Personalized Medicine (medical care in which treatment is customized for an individual patient). What do you picture when this aspect of medical radiation...

Dear CAMRT Members, This email is intended to provide you with an update with the situation at the South African NTP Reactor as well pass along some information on a new development at the ANSTO Facility in Australia. The NTP situation has not changed....

July 13 Update on the Global Supply Situation for MO-99

Dear CAMRT Members, This email is intended to provide you with an update with the situation at the South African NTP Reactor as well pass along some information on a new development at the ANSTO Facility in Australia. The NTP situation has not changed....

The 76th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists will be held at the Marriott Hotel, Cartier Salon, Ottawa, Ontario.

Minutes of Annual General Meeting

The 76th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists will be held at the Marriott Hotel, Cartier Salon, Ottawa, Ontario.

Complete this poll and rank the 5 suggested topics https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JMIRS. The poll will close on July 30, after which the results will be announced. An official call for papers will go out with a submission deadline of May 1, 2019. The issue will be...

Help the JMIRS editorial board select a theme for our next special issue!

Complete this poll and rank the 5 suggested topics https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JMIRS. The poll will close on July 30, after which the results will be announced. An official call for papers will go out with a submission deadline of May 1, 2019. The issue will be...

We are hosting a webinar series with the SMRT that will broadcast on July 25th at 12 noon EDT and 3PM EDT with live Q&A following each broadcast.   Title: MRI Contrast Agents: Safety Issues and Practice   Speaker: Dr. Lawrence Tanenbaum MD FACR...

FREE Webinar for Members- MRI Contrast Agents: Safety Issues and Practice

We are hosting a webinar series with the SMRT that will broadcast on July 25th at 12 noon EDT and 3PM EDT with live Q&A following each broadcast.   Title: MRI Contrast Agents: Safety Issues and Practice   Speaker: Dr. Lawrence Tanenbaum MD FACR...

The BIR World Partner Network brings a FREE webinar to CAMRT members on Quality Assurance aimed at Radiographers. Quality Assurance in the 21st Century Dr Gail Johnston, Senior Clinical Scientist, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust In the modern radiology department time and resources are...

New Free webinar on Quality Assurance for CAMRT Members

The BIR World Partner Network brings a FREE webinar to CAMRT members on Quality Assurance aimed at Radiographers. Quality Assurance in the 21st Century Dr Gail Johnston, Senior Clinical Scientist, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust In the modern radiology department time and resources are...

Dear CAMRT Members, As per the MSWG Isotope Communications Protocol, this message is to let you know that a temporary halt of production has occurred at the NTP reactor in South Africa. Through contacts with, and communications from, the Association of Imaging Producers & Equipment...

June 14 Update on the Global Supply Situation for MO-99

Dear CAMRT Members, As per the MSWG Isotope Communications Protocol, this message is to let you know that a temporary halt of production has occurred at the NTP reactor in South Africa. Through contacts with, and communications from, the Association of Imaging Producers & Equipment...

Radiographic Pathologies for the IR Technologist: A Review 5.0 Category A credit/hours This quick self-study will discuss the common pathological processes that patients present with and require treatment for in the interventional radiology department. The QSS will introduce the learner to the systematic approach...

New Quick Self Study Available!

Radiographic Pathologies for the IR Technologist: A Review 5.0 Category A credit/hours This quick self-study will discuss the common pathological processes that patients present with and require treatment for in the interventional radiology department. The QSS will introduce the learner to the systematic approach...

Sonographers are now regulated in Ontario! Important information about the regulation of diagnostic medical sonographers Sonographers are now regulated with the CMRTO The Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care has made the necessary regulations for CMRTO to regulate diagnostic medical sonographers as a...

Member Update on the regulation of sonographers in Ontario

Sonographers are now regulated in Ontario! Important information about the regulation of diagnostic medical sonographers Sonographers are now regulated with the CMRTO The Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care has made the necessary regulations for CMRTO to regulate diagnostic medical sonographers as a...

June 2018 Promo $200 Porting Bonus!! Until June 30th, get a bill credit of $200 if you bring your number to TELUS and activate a new smartphone on a 2-year Your Choice plan. Save 30% off select 2 year Your Choice™ plans Save 30%...

CAMRT Member Discount- June 2018 Telus Promo

June 2018 Promo $200 Porting Bonus!! Until June 30th, get a bill credit of $200 if you bring your number to TELUS and activate a new smartphone on a 2-year Your Choice plan. Save 30% off select 2 year Your Choice™ plans Save 30%...

We are preparing a special issue of the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (JMIRS) on the topic of Personalised Medicine, to be published in December 2018. New to this special issue is a call for original submissions for a Letters to the...

SPECIAL ISSUE on PERSONALISED MEDICINE– Call for Letters

We are preparing a special issue of the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (JMIRS) on the topic of Personalised Medicine, to be published in December 2018. New to this special issue is a call for original submissions for a Letters to the...

– NOTICE OF MEETING – CAMRT 76th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Wednesday, May 16th, 2018, 12:00 – 13:30 The 76th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists will be held at the Marriott Hotel, Cartier Salon, Ottawa, Ontario. Preliminary Agenda...

Notice of meeting – 76th Annual General Meeting

– NOTICE OF MEETING – CAMRT 76th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Wednesday, May 16th, 2018, 12:00 – 13:30 The 76th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists will be held at the Marriott Hotel, Cartier Salon, Ottawa, Ontario. Preliminary Agenda...

Dear CAMRT Members, This is an update, provided through our partners in the Canadian government, on the global supply situation of medical isotopes. The AIPES Emergency Response Team (ERT) has sent an update on NTP, the South African reactor, regarding its Mo99 production activities....

April 26 Update on the Global Supply Situation for MO-99

Dear CAMRT Members, This is an update, provided through our partners in the Canadian government, on the global supply situation of medical isotopes. The AIPES Emergency Response Team (ERT) has sent an update on NTP, the South African reactor, regarding its Mo99 production activities....

April 15 to 21 is National Volunteer Week, a week that celebrates the millions of volunteers across Canada. This year’s theme is “Volunteers are the roots of strong communities”. Volunteering is often seen as a selfless act; a person gives their time, skills, experience, and...

Thank you to all our volunteers!

April 15 to 21 is National Volunteer Week, a week that celebrates the millions of volunteers across Canada. This year’s theme is “Volunteers are the roots of strong communities”. Volunteering is often seen as a selfless act; a person gives their time, skills, experience, and...

The 2018 RAD-AID Annual Report is now available!  RAD-AID began in 2008 to answer this need for more radiology and imaging technology in the resource-limited regions and communities of the world.  The organization began as a few people at Johns Hopkins, and has grown...

Check out the 2018 RAD-AID Annual Report

The 2018 RAD-AID Annual Report is now available!  RAD-AID began in 2008 to answer this need for more radiology and imaging technology in the resource-limited regions and communities of the world.  The organization began as a few people at Johns Hopkins, and has grown...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE    OTTAWA, April 16, 2018 – The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) welcomes the publication of the Medical Imaging Inventory 2017 by the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Therapeutics in Health (CADTH). This, the second iteration of the CADTH...

Canada’s Medical Radiation Technologists Welcome the 2017 Canadian Medical Imaging Inventory

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE    OTTAWA, April 16, 2018 – The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) welcomes the publication of the Medical Imaging Inventory 2017 by the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Therapeutics in Health (CADTH). This, the second iteration of the CADTH...

On March 21, 2018, the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health (CADTH) released its Canadian Medical imaging Inventory. This inventory, taken every two years, was created to capture information about the location and use of CT, MRI, PET-CT and PET, SPECT, SPECT-CT,...

CADTH Releases the 2018 Canadian Medical Imaging Inventory

On March 21, 2018, the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health (CADTH) released its Canadian Medical imaging Inventory. This inventory, taken every two years, was created to capture information about the location and use of CT, MRI, PET-CT and PET, SPECT, SPECT-CT,...

Remember, as CAMRT members, you must log-in through the Member’s Resource area of the CAMRT website to access full JMIRS content. Check out the full spring issue now! Here is a selection of some of the great articles included in this issue: Building a Magnetic...

Check out the new spring issue of JMIRS!

Remember, as CAMRT members, you must log-in through the Member’s Resource area of the CAMRT website to access full JMIRS content. Check out the full spring issue now! Here is a selection of some of the great articles included in this issue: Building a Magnetic...

CAMRT brings you more great savings just in time for spring. Your CAMRT membership provides you with exclusive member -only rates designed to save you money. Because of our national scope and the large membership, we can negotiate special rates and services as added...

CAMRT brings two new great savings just in time for spring!

CAMRT brings you more great savings just in time for spring. Your CAMRT membership provides you with exclusive member -only rates designed to save you money. Because of our national scope and the large membership, we can negotiate special rates and services as added...

Check out the new, Free Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging education magazine.  Epatient-Vol1- Num2, Brain scintigraphy and the treatment of thyroid cancers. Co-Editors, Dr.François Lamoureux and Dr. Jean-Luc Urbain   Mission: Pangea project and Pangea-ePatient magazine’s mission is to educate prescribing physicians, patients, health authorities...

Free NM&MI EPatient Educational Magazine

Check out the new, Free Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging education magazine.  Epatient-Vol1- Num2, Brain scintigraphy and the treatment of thyroid cancers. Co-Editors, Dr.François Lamoureux and Dr. Jean-Luc Urbain   Mission: Pangea project and Pangea-ePatient magazine’s mission is to educate prescribing physicians, patients, health authorities...

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists has joined with the BIR and other societies around the world in a new initiative: the BIR World Partner Network. This is a community of international societies with the shared goal of advancing the knowledge and understanding...

Free British Journal of Radiology article : Image once, print thrice? Three-dimensional printing of replacement parts

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists has joined with the BIR and other societies around the world in a new initiative: the BIR World Partner Network. This is a community of international societies with the shared goal of advancing the knowledge and understanding...

The CAMRT is seeking a Medical Radiation Technologist to take over the instructorship of Healthcare Ethics: An Introduction currently offered by the CAMRT’s Continuing Professional Development department. The successful candidate must: have a minimum of 3 years clinical experience understand ethical theories and principles...

INSTRUCTOR NEEDED: HEALTHCARE ETHICS: AN INTRODUCTION

The CAMRT is seeking a Medical Radiation Technologist to take over the instructorship of Healthcare Ethics: An Introduction currently offered by the CAMRT’s Continuing Professional Development department. The successful candidate must: have a minimum of 3 years clinical experience understand ethical theories and principles...

The CAMRT is conducting a survey to capture the percentage of members currently engaged in research activities at all levels. All data collected will be anonymized and used to inform strategic planning. This will identify where to focus CAMRT efforts to best assist MRTs in the...

Calling all CAMRT members — complete this short survey to be entered to win great prizes!

The CAMRT is conducting a survey to capture the percentage of members currently engaged in research activities at all levels. All data collected will be anonymized and used to inform strategic planning. This will identify where to focus CAMRT efforts to best assist MRTs in the...

CAMRT Communities of Practice Join our first live chat: Tuesday, April 10th at noon EST on Incident Reporting. Participants will be entered to win prizes ($100 VISA card). Join the Conversation now by Registering! Be sure to watch this free webinar before the chat!...

CAMRT Communities of Practice is hosting its first live chat April 10th!

CAMRT Communities of Practice Join our first live chat: Tuesday, April 10th at noon EST on Incident Reporting. Participants will be entered to win prizes ($100 VISA card). Join the Conversation now by Registering! Be sure to watch this free webinar before the chat!...

CAMRT is seeking to fill a Member-At-Large position on the association’s Nominating Committee. The function of the committee is to identify a slate of nominees for the board positions being elected in any given year. We are looking for an applicant who is either...

Volunteer needed — Member-At-Large for Nominating Committee

CAMRT is seeking to fill a Member-At-Large position on the association’s Nominating Committee. The function of the committee is to identify a slate of nominees for the board positions being elected in any given year. We are looking for an applicant who is either...

Dear CAMRT members, This is a follow up to the February 16, 2018 message on the the current global supply situation of medical isotopes. The AIPES’ Emergency Response Team has advised of the following: The NTP reactor has received conditional approval to restart production. Three production...

February 20 Update on the Global Supply Situation for MO-99

Dear CAMRT members, This is a follow up to the February 16, 2018 message on the the current global supply situation of medical isotopes. The AIPES’ Emergency Response Team has advised of the following: The NTP reactor has received conditional approval to restart production. Three production...

Dear CAMRT members, This is a follow up to the February 2, 2018 message on the the current global supply situation of medical isotopes. The AIPES’ Emergency Response Team has advised of the following: From February 19-22, 2018, there will be two reactors in operation and...

February 16 Update on the Global Supply Situation for MO-99

Dear CAMRT members, This is a follow up to the February 2, 2018 message on the the current global supply situation of medical isotopes. The AIPES’ Emergency Response Team has advised of the following: From February 19-22, 2018, there will be two reactors in operation and...

(previously Basics of Microbiology) More than 200,000 patients get infections every year while receiving healthcare in Canada; more than 8,000 of these patients die as a result. This newly revised and updated Quick Self Study reviews the basics of the chain of infection: source,...

Infectious Diseases review: Prevention, Transmission & Treatment

(previously Basics of Microbiology) More than 200,000 patients get infections every year while receiving healthcare in Canada; more than 8,000 of these patients die as a result. This newly revised and updated Quick Self Study reviews the basics of the chain of infection: source,...

Since it can be difficult for patients and health professionals alike to find reliable and trustworthy information about Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM), this course is designed to educate the learner about CAM in cancer care and provide links to current research and developments...

Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Cancer Care – UPDATED/REVISED 2018

Since it can be difficult for patients and health professionals alike to find reliable and trustworthy information about Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM), this course is designed to educate the learner about CAM in cancer care and provide links to current research and developments...

April 1, 2018 @ 11:59 PM (Eastern)   Rewrite:  Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date. Challenge: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge and experience equivalent to the content of CAMRT’s courses...

Rewrite and Challenge Exam Registration Deadline

April 1, 2018 @ 11:59 PM (Eastern)   Rewrite:  Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date. Challenge: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge and experience equivalent to the content of CAMRT’s courses...

CAMRT Members Telus Wireless Discounts      Say “I Love You” with a new Smartphone Great savings on iphones & Smartphones     WIN SAMSUNG PRIZES Buy a Samsung Galaxy S8 or S8+ from SmartCell and you will be automatically entered in a draw...

CAMRT brings a new great Telus deal!

CAMRT Members Telus Wireless Discounts      Say “I Love You” with a new Smartphone Great savings on iphones & Smartphones     WIN SAMSUNG PRIZES Buy a Samsung Galaxy S8 or S8+ from SmartCell and you will be automatically entered in a draw...

Dear CAMRT members, This is a follow up to the January 26, 2018 message on the current global supply situation. With Australia’s Opal Reactor back on line since last week, its production of medical isotopes has progressively increased and should be back to its regular...

Isotope Update- Feb 2 Update on NTP in South Africa

Dear CAMRT members, This is a follow up to the January 26, 2018 message on the current global supply situation. With Australia’s Opal Reactor back on line since last week, its production of medical isotopes has progressively increased and should be back to its regular...

Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy  This quick self-study (QSS) course is intended to introduce the learner to stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) and it’s role within radiation therapy. The course will provide an introduction to SBRT, its evolution and indications for use for certain patients. Immobilization,...

Four New Quick Self Studies are now Available to you!

Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy  This quick self-study (QSS) course is intended to introduce the learner to stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) and it’s role within radiation therapy. The course will provide an introduction to SBRT, its evolution and indications for use for certain patients. Immobilization,...

Dear CAMRT members, This is a follow up to the January 19, 2018 message on the ANSTO reactor status, the NTP reactor status in South Africa and the current global supply situation. The ANSTO Opal Reactor successfully resumed production yesterday. It is expected that...

Isotope Update- January 26 Update on NTP in South Africa

Dear CAMRT members, This is a follow up to the January 19, 2018 message on the ANSTO reactor status, the NTP reactor status in South Africa and the current global supply situation. The ANSTO Opal Reactor successfully resumed production yesterday. It is expected that...

The CAMRT is seeking a Medical Radiation Technologist to take over the instructorship of both Sectional Anatomy 1 and 2 courses currently offered by the CAMRT’s Continuing Professional Development department. The successful candidate must: be working in CT or MR environment (clinical or education)...

Instructor Needed: Sectional Anatomy Courses

The CAMRT is seeking a Medical Radiation Technologist to take over the instructorship of both Sectional Anatomy 1 and 2 courses currently offered by the CAMRT’s Continuing Professional Development department. The successful candidate must: be working in CT or MR environment (clinical or education)...

Dear MSWG members and other stakeholders, This is a follow up to the January 12, 2018 message on the NTP reactor status in South Africa and the current global supply situation. The Association of Imaging Producers & Equipment Suppliers (AIPES) has confirmed that the...

Isotope Update- January 19 Update on NTP in South Africa

Dear MSWG members and other stakeholders, This is a follow up to the January 12, 2018 message on the NTP reactor status in South Africa and the current global supply situation. The Association of Imaging Producers & Equipment Suppliers (AIPES) has confirmed that the...

Certificate programs are intended to provide a mechanism for medical radiation technologists to demonstrate knowledge and competence in a specialized area of practice, to promote standards of excellence within the clinical area and to identify those who have met a nationally recognized standard.  ...

CAMRT CERTIFICATE IN BREAST IMAGING PROGRAM SEEKING VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE MEMBER

Certificate programs are intended to provide a mechanism for medical radiation technologists to demonstrate knowledge and competence in a specialized area of practice, to promote standards of excellence within the clinical area and to identify those who have met a nationally recognized standard.  ...

Dear MSWG members and other stakeholders, This is a follow up to the December 21, 2017 message on the NTP reactor status in South Africa. The Association of Imaging Producers & Equipment Suppliers (AIPES) has confirmed that the NTP reactor has not resumed production....

Isotope Update- January 12 Update on NTP in South Africa

Dear MSWG members and other stakeholders, This is a follow up to the December 21, 2017 message on the NTP reactor status in South Africa. The Association of Imaging Producers & Equipment Suppliers (AIPES) has confirmed that the NTP reactor has not resumed production....

CAMRT has brought another new great saving to members.   For just $499 annually or #21.12 (+tax) biweekly CAMRT members receive: Access to over 280 GoodLife Fitness clubs Corporate rate extended to 4 family members Group fitness classes State-of-the-art equipment Savings & Special offers...

New Year. New You. CAMRT brings new savings to members!

CAMRT has brought another new great saving to members.   For just $499 annually or #21.12 (+tax) biweekly CAMRT members receive: Access to over 280 GoodLife Fitness clubs Corporate rate extended to 4 family members Group fitness classes State-of-the-art equipment Savings & Special offers...

RTi3 is Canada’s premier annual meeting for the Radiation Therapy community. RTi3 is committed to advancing the science and practice of Radiation Therapy, showcasing the latest research and clinical innovations. The RTi3 Therapy Conference will be held March 2-3, 2018 this year.    ...

FREE RTi3 Pre-Conference Webinar

RTi3 is Canada’s premier annual meeting for the Radiation Therapy community. RTi3 is committed to advancing the science and practice of Radiation Therapy, showcasing the latest research and clinical innovations. The RTi3 Therapy Conference will be held March 2-3, 2018 this year.    ...

Are you a member of the Canadian Radiation Protection Association (CRPA) or would you like to become one? The CAMRT is proud to be a corporate member of the CRPA and we want to pass some savings on to our members. CAMRT members can...

CAMRT presents more great savings for members!

Are you a member of the Canadian Radiation Protection Association (CRPA) or would you like to become one? The CAMRT is proud to be a corporate member of the CRPA and we want to pass some savings on to our members. CAMRT members can...

Dear CAMRT members, This brief update on the status of the NTP reactor in South Africa is in follow up to a message we sent on December 8, 2017. Through the Association of Imaging Producers & Equipment Suppliers (AIPES), we have learned that the NTP reactor...

Isotope Update

Dear CAMRT members, This brief update on the status of the NTP reactor in South Africa is in follow up to a message we sent on December 8, 2017. Through the Association of Imaging Producers & Equipment Suppliers (AIPES), we have learned that the NTP reactor...

The CANM has been informed recently that the Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown will not be able to host the 2018 CANM-CAMRT Joint Annual Conference due to renovations to the hotel’s conference centre. The meeting will now take place at The Westin Bayshore in Vancouver, at the same dates, March 22-24,...

CANM-CAMRT Joint Annual Conference- Venue Update!

The CANM has been informed recently that the Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown will not be able to host the 2018 CANM-CAMRT Joint Annual Conference due to renovations to the hotel’s conference centre. The meeting will now take place at The Westin Bayshore in Vancouver, at the same dates, March 22-24,...

SPECIAL ISSUE on PERSONALISED MEDICINE We are preparing a special issue of the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (JMIRS) on the topic of Personalised Medicine, to be published in December 2018. New to this special issue is a call for original submissions...

JMIRS Call for Papers for 2018: Personalised Medicine

SPECIAL ISSUE on PERSONALISED MEDICINE We are preparing a special issue of the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (JMIRS) on the topic of Personalised Medicine, to be published in December 2018. New to this special issue is a call for original submissions...

April 12th to 15th 2018 in Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago  The 20th International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT 2018) to be held in the Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago at the Hyatt Regency. The deadline for abstracts is fast approaching, and...

ISRRT 20th World Congress: Abstract Deadline is coming up!

April 12th to 15th 2018 in Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago  The 20th International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT 2018) to be held in the Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago at the Hyatt Regency. The deadline for abstracts is fast approaching, and...

This award was approved in 2006 and is to be granted only at a World Congress and only with the unanimous agreement of the Board of Directors of the ISRRT. This award is in honor of the contributions of Dien van Dijk, one of...

ISRRT DIEN VAN DIJK AWARD: Nominations now open!

This award was approved in 2006 and is to be granted only at a World Congress and only with the unanimous agreement of the Board of Directors of the ISRRT. This award is in honor of the contributions of Dien van Dijk, one of...

Dear CAMRT members, This message provides a brief update on the situation regarding the NTP reactor in South Africa. As of November 27, 2017, there had been a temporary halt of production at the NTP reactor in South Africa. Through contacts with, and communications from,...

Update for MSWG December 8

Dear CAMRT members, This message provides a brief update on the situation regarding the NTP reactor in South Africa. As of November 27, 2017, there had been a temporary halt of production at the NTP reactor in South Africa. Through contacts with, and communications from,...

The CAMRT received an update on November 27, 2017, from the Mutlistakeholder Working Group (MSWG) on Isotope Supply Issues regarding the temporary halt of production at the NTP reactor in South Africa. Through contacts with, and communications from, the Association of Imaging Producers & Equipment...

Update on the temporary halt of production at the NTP reactor in South Africa

The CAMRT received an update on November 27, 2017, from the Mutlistakeholder Working Group (MSWG) on Isotope Supply Issues regarding the temporary halt of production at the NTP reactor in South Africa. Through contacts with, and communications from, the Association of Imaging Producers & Equipment...

As of November 27, 2017, there had been a temporary halt of production at the NTP reactor in South Africa. Through contacts with, and communications from, the Association of Imaging Producers & Equipment Suppliers (AIPES) and South Africa, we have learned that the situation is...

Update on the temporary halt of production at the NTP reactor in South Africa

As of November 27, 2017, there had been a temporary halt of production at the NTP reactor in South Africa. Through contacts with, and communications from, the Association of Imaging Producers & Equipment Suppliers (AIPES) and South Africa, we have learned that the situation is...

The CAMRT has recently updated their CPD withdrawal policy. Candidates can withdraw from a course. Upon withdrawal: Refunds will not be issued for the following.

CPD withdrawal policy update (Effective Winter 2018)

The CAMRT has recently updated their CPD withdrawal policy. Candidates can withdraw from a course. Upon withdrawal: Refunds will not be issued for the following.

Effective immediately a PREREQUISITE challenge exam in vascular anatomy is required by all candidates prior to taking Interventional Radiology 1.  This vascular anatomy exam is now a mandatory requirement to IR 1 due to major content revisions, including the reduction of anatomy content, the...

Interested in the CAMRT’s Interventional Radiology courses?

Effective immediately a PREREQUISITE challenge exam in vascular anatomy is required by all candidates prior to taking Interventional Radiology 1.  This vascular anatomy exam is now a mandatory requirement to IR 1 due to major content revisions, including the reduction of anatomy content, the...

The internet is full of amazing information about the profession … if you know where to look. Here are FOUR essential links for sharing with others  this MRT Week:   CAMRT Communities of Practice An online resource for MRTs from across the country to share...

Essential Links for MRTs – Sharing with Other MRTs Online

The internet is full of amazing information about the profession … if you know where to look. Here are FOUR essential links for sharing with others  this MRT Week:   CAMRT Communities of Practice An online resource for MRTs from across the country to share...

The internet is full of amazing information about the profession … if you know where to look. Here are FIVE essential links for the first day of MRT Week: Sharing personal opinions with patients How to deal with patient questions about their diagnosis Infection...

Essential Links for MRTs – CAMRT Best Practice Guidelines

The internet is full of amazing information about the profession … if you know where to look. Here are FIVE essential links for the first day of MRT Week: Sharing personal opinions with patients How to deal with patient questions about their diagnosis Infection...

Our special MRT Week presentation on “Incident Reporting” features CAMRT member Mona Delisle discussing Best Practice Guidelines on patient safety incidents, and Matthew Harbin from BMS will provide information on how members are supported if involved in a safety incident (via insurance, support of...

Celebrate MRT Week with a free Webinar!

Our special MRT Week presentation on “Incident Reporting” features CAMRT member Mona Delisle discussing Best Practice Guidelines on patient safety incidents, and Matthew Harbin from BMS will provide information on how members are supported if involved in a safety incident (via insurance, support of...

Notice to members – CPD Pricing The CAMRT is pleased to provide top quality education at competitive prices for our members; however, these fees must be periodically adjusted to ensure we can administer current content and continue to develop new resources.  Please refer to...

CAMRT CPD Fee Increases 2018

Notice to members – CPD Pricing The CAMRT is pleased to provide top quality education at competitive prices for our members; however, these fees must be periodically adjusted to ensure we can administer current content and continue to develop new resources.  Please refer to...

The purpose of the CAMRT fellowship program is to acknowledge and promote professional excellence. It recognizes MRTs who have demonstrated significant contributions to the profession and a commitment to personal growth.  Fellows are experienced MRTs, who throughout their career have embodied the key attributes...

Revised Fellowship Program

The purpose of the CAMRT fellowship program is to acknowledge and promote professional excellence. It recognizes MRTs who have demonstrated significant contributions to the profession and a commitment to personal growth.  Fellows are experienced MRTs, who throughout their career have embodied the key attributes...

  On June 15-17, 2018, the CAMRT will be hosting its annual Leadership Development Institute.   This 3-day event is designed to engage CAMRT members who have demonstrated, at an early stage in their careers, leadership potential and a commitment to advancement of the...

CAMRT Leadership Development Institute — Call for Applications

  On June 15-17, 2018, the CAMRT will be hosting its annual Leadership Development Institute.   This 3-day event is designed to engage CAMRT members who have demonstrated, at an early stage in their careers, leadership potential and a commitment to advancement of the...

  We are pleased to announce the following new webinars are available through the CAMRT “Practice Insights” webinar series. Simply browse the CPD catalogue and register for the webinar of your choice. You can watch the presentation at your convenience, and answer 10 multiple choice...

Three new webinars available – free for members!

  We are pleased to announce the following new webinars are available through the CAMRT “Practice Insights” webinar series. Simply browse the CPD catalogue and register for the webinar of your choice. You can watch the presentation at your convenience, and answer 10 multiple choice...

TO CELEBRATE MEDICAL RADIATION TECHNOLOGY WEEK IN CANADA!   The CAMRT wants to help your workplace celebrate MRT Week 2017 by offering free continuing education credit approval (CECAP) reviews for activities taking place November 5-11, 2017. Only activities submitted by a sponsor will be...

FREE REVIEW FOR CREDIT APPROVAL of CPD ACTIVITES

TO CELEBRATE MEDICAL RADIATION TECHNOLOGY WEEK IN CANADA!   The CAMRT wants to help your workplace celebrate MRT Week 2017 by offering free continuing education credit approval (CECAP) reviews for activities taking place November 5-11, 2017. Only activities submitted by a sponsor will be...

WELCOME TO THE HEALTHY LIVING, HEALTHY LIFE CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS Collaborative Health Conference on Research, Practice, and Community Innovations This collaborative health conference is part of Dalhousie University’s 200th anniversary celebrations. The Healthy Living Healthy Life 2018 (HLHL 2018) conference is focused on interprofessional, collaborative,...

The Healthy Living Healthy Life 2018 conference Call for abstracts

WELCOME TO THE HEALTHY LIVING, HEALTHY LIFE CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS Collaborative Health Conference on Research, Practice, and Community Innovations This collaborative health conference is part of Dalhousie University’s 200th anniversary celebrations. The Healthy Living Healthy Life 2018 (HLHL 2018) conference is focused on interprofessional, collaborative,...

November 14th is the next edition: chat paper, blog and moderation will be courtesy of University of Toronto MHScMRS program students Tasha McMaster, Winter Spence and Joanna Javor.  The three students are doing this as part of their activities for their course “Clinical Competence and Continuous Learning”. They...

Join the international Twitter journal club (#MedRadJClub)!

November 14th is the next edition: chat paper, blog and moderation will be courtesy of University of Toronto MHScMRS program students Tasha McMaster, Winter Spence and Joanna Javor.  The three students are doing this as part of their activities for their course “Clinical Competence and Continuous Learning”. They...

The CAMRT invites submissions for the 2018 CAMRT Awards Program – Essay and Exhibit Competition. The competition is open to CAMRT members in good standing and students enrolled in accredited medical radiation technology education programs.   The deadline for submission to both the essay...

CAMRT Awards Program – Essay and Exhibit Competition

The CAMRT invites submissions for the 2018 CAMRT Awards Program – Essay and Exhibit Competition. The competition is open to CAMRT members in good standing and students enrolled in accredited medical radiation technology education programs.   The deadline for submission to both the essay...

The CAMRT Awards Program was established to highlight the expertise and professionalism of CAMRT members and students. The CAMRT is proud to recognize individuals who have contributed to their profession and association. We all know colleagues who have been significantly dedicated and involved in...

Call for nominations for the CAMRT Honorary Awards

The CAMRT Awards Program was established to highlight the expertise and professionalism of CAMRT members and students. The CAMRT is proud to recognize individuals who have contributed to their profession and association. We all know colleagues who have been significantly dedicated and involved in...

We are pleased to announce the following new webinars will be available soon through the CAMRT “Practice Insights” webinar series. Simply brow se the CPD catalogue and register for the webinar of your choice. You can watch the presentation at your convenience, and answer 10...

COMING SOON! Free CAMRT webinars for Category A credit

We are pleased to announce the following new webinars will be available soon through the CAMRT “Practice Insights” webinar series. Simply brow se the CPD catalogue and register for the webinar of your choice. You can watch the presentation at your convenience, and answer 10...

NOEL, Patricia Mary (nee Rogers) It is with great sadness that we announce that Patricia Mary Noel (nee Rogers) peacefully passed away on August 24, 2017. Pat was born on May 13, 1922 in Vancouver, where she lived most of her early life, before...

Patricia Noel – Obituary

NOEL, Patricia Mary (nee Rogers) It is with great sadness that we announce that Patricia Mary Noel (nee Rogers) peacefully passed away on August 24, 2017. Pat was born on May 13, 1922 in Vancouver, where she lived most of her early life, before...

CAMRT members are invited to submit resolutions or motions to be debated at the 2018 Annual General Meeting, which will be held on Wednesday, May 16, 2018, in Ottawa, Ontario. All resolutions or motions must be sponsored by ten CAMRT voting members. The deadline...

Resolutions or Motions for 2018 Annual General Meeting

CAMRT members are invited to submit resolutions or motions to be debated at the 2018 Annual General Meeting, which will be held on Wednesday, May 16, 2018, in Ottawa, Ontario. All resolutions or motions must be sponsored by ten CAMRT voting members. The deadline...

Free CAMRT webinar “MR Elastography” – Category A Credit!   CAMRT is proud to continue Practice Insights — a series of FREE webinars providing insight and education to practicing MRTs on topics of clinical and professional interest. Don’t miss this great opportunity to earn Category A credits from...

Free CAMRT webinar “MR Elastography” – Category A Credit!

Free CAMRT webinar “MR Elastography” – Category A Credit!   CAMRT is proud to continue Practice Insights — a series of FREE webinars providing insight and education to practicing MRTs on topics of clinical and professional interest. Don’t miss this great opportunity to earn Category A credits from...

New JMIRS Submission Formats   We have introduced several new formats to make it easier for MRTs to share their knowledge!   Educational Perspectives highlight innovative and useful approaches to medical radiation sciences education and evaluation of educational methods, either at the undergraduate or...

New JMIRS Submission Formats

New JMIRS Submission Formats   We have introduced several new formats to make it easier for MRTs to share their knowledge!   Educational Perspectives highlight innovative and useful approaches to medical radiation sciences education and evaluation of educational methods, either at the undergraduate or...

JMIRS listed in Emerging Science Citation Index   The JMIRS has been included in the Emerging Science Citation Index (ESCI)! Journals in ESCI have passed an initial editorial evaluation and the listing includes high-quality, peer-reviewed publications of regional importance and in emerging scientific fields....

JMIRS listed in Emerging Science Citation Index

JMIRS listed in Emerging Science Citation Index   The JMIRS has been included in the Emerging Science Citation Index (ESCI)! Journals in ESCI have passed an initial editorial evaluation and the listing includes high-quality, peer-reviewed publications of regional importance and in emerging scientific fields....

The New Brunswick Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (NBAMRT) is seeking to recruit its first Executive Director. The New Brunswick Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (NBAMRT) represents over 600 members in New Brunswick in various fields of medical radiation technology. Technologists and therapists are...

NBAMRT is seeking to recruit its first Executive Director

The New Brunswick Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (NBAMRT) is seeking to recruit its first Executive Director. The New Brunswick Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (NBAMRT) represents over 600 members in New Brunswick in various fields of medical radiation technology. Technologists and therapists are...

The CAMRT is pleased to announce its commitment to Psychological Health and Safety in Healthcare, pledging to uphold values the psychological health and safety of their staff. In signing on, the CAMRT has joined a number of other existing signatories in healthcare. The Mental...

The CAMRT commits to Psychological Health and Safety in Healthcare

The CAMRT is pleased to announce its commitment to Psychological Health and Safety in Healthcare, pledging to uphold values the psychological health and safety of their staff. In signing on, the CAMRT has joined a number of other existing signatories in healthcare. The Mental...

The time has come to order your MRT Week materials in anticipation of MRT Week 2017! MRT Week is an annual celebration of the essential role that medical radiation technologists (MRTs) play in the healthcare system. From November 5 to 11, 2017, MRTs are...

Order Your MRT Week Materials!

The time has come to order your MRT Week materials in anticipation of MRT Week 2017! MRT Week is an annual celebration of the essential role that medical radiation technologists (MRTs) play in the healthcare system. From November 5 to 11, 2017, MRTs are...

For MRTs interested in MRI or CT that can’t attend the Siemens Healthineers Innovations Symposium in Quebec City this year,  OAMRS is pleased to offer you the exclusive opportunity to participate in the MRI or the CT lectures on Saturday, October 28th via live webcast!  ...

Don’t Miss Siemens Healthineers Innovations Symposium 2017, Live Webcast!

For MRTs interested in MRI or CT that can’t attend the Siemens Healthineers Innovations Symposium in Quebec City this year,  OAMRS is pleased to offer you the exclusive opportunity to participate in the MRI or the CT lectures on Saturday, October 28th via live webcast!  ...

Join us for this two-day Face-to-Face, Enhanced Practice Certification Course and gain a wealth of knowledge. More information   This workshop offers MRTs the opportunity to:   When: Saturday, October 14, 2017 – Sunday, October 15, 2017 7:30 am – 5:30 pm Eastern Standard...

Back by Popular Demand! GI Fluoroscopy Enhanced Practice Workshop, for MRTs!

Join us for this two-day Face-to-Face, Enhanced Practice Certification Course and gain a wealth of knowledge. More information   This workshop offers MRTs the opportunity to:   When: Saturday, October 14, 2017 – Sunday, October 15, 2017 7:30 am – 5:30 pm Eastern Standard...

Call for Abstracts We are now accepting Abstracts for RTi3 2018! Please consider submitting your work – be it formal research or a report on a successful radiation therapy-related initiative or innovation. We want you to be a part of this fantastic community and share...

RTi3 Call for Abstracts and Early Bird Registration

Call for Abstracts We are now accepting Abstracts for RTi3 2018! Please consider submitting your work – be it formal research or a report on a successful radiation therapy-related initiative or innovation. We want you to be a part of this fantastic community and share...

October 1, 2017 @ 11:59 PM (Eastern)   Rewrite:  Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date.   Challenge: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge and experience equivalent to the content of CAMRT’s...

Rewrite and Challenge Exam Registration Deadline

October 1, 2017 @ 11:59 PM (Eastern)   Rewrite:  Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date.   Challenge: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge and experience equivalent to the content of CAMRT’s...

CAMRT recently launched a new database to create a more streamlined user experience in the Member Resource section of our website. We are still working on uploading and tweaking the continuing education data for members who completed Full Length courses (as well as Virtual...

New CAMRT database and Continuing Education profiles

CAMRT recently launched a new database to create a more streamlined user experience in the Member Resource section of our website. We are still working on uploading and tweaking the continuing education data for members who completed Full Length courses (as well as Virtual...

CAMRT President, Karren Fader and CAMRT CEO, François Couillard, will be attending the CARO Annual Scientific Meeting, which is being held this year September 13 –16, 2017, in Toronto, Ontario.  We would like to invite all CAMRT members registered for this conference to a...

A CAMRT Reception At The CARO Annual Scientific Meeting

CAMRT President, Karren Fader and CAMRT CEO, François Couillard, will be attending the CARO Annual Scientific Meeting, which is being held this year September 13 –16, 2017, in Toronto, Ontario.  We would like to invite all CAMRT members registered for this conference to a...

We need your creativity to make the cover for our upcoming special issue even more special! The theme of this issue is Image Guided Therapy. What do you picture when this aspect of medical radiation technology meets art? We want to see your inspiration! The...

Take part in the JMIRS Cover Art Competition!

We need your creativity to make the cover for our upcoming special issue even more special! The theme of this issue is Image Guided Therapy. What do you picture when this aspect of medical radiation technology meets art? We want to see your inspiration! The...

In a few weeks’ time, the CAMRT will be launching a new and improved members’ portal. This new portal will allow you to manage your CAMRT interactions in a much more intuitive and user-friendly environment. The process requires that your user sign-in is updated....

Updates coming to CAMRT members’ portal

In a few weeks’ time, the CAMRT will be launching a new and improved members’ portal. This new portal will allow you to manage your CAMRT interactions in a much more intuitive and user-friendly environment. The process requires that your user sign-in is updated....

Interested in helping to move the profession forward? You may be interested in becoming a member of the CAMRT’s Advocacy Advisory Council.   The CAMRT is currently seeking members from all disciplines to apply for this committee.   Role of the AAC member The...

Become a Member of CAMRT’s Advocacy Advisory Council

Interested in helping to move the profession forward? You may be interested in becoming a member of the CAMRT’s Advocacy Advisory Council.   The CAMRT is currently seeking members from all disciplines to apply for this committee.   Role of the AAC member The...

As you know, the CAMRT is moving away from holding a single annual general conference, and towards a model that supports more events across the country and in support of specialty and provincial programming. Our specialty stream includes partnerships with national physician organizations such...

Call for Volunteers – 2018 CAMRT Scientific Committee Members

As you know, the CAMRT is moving away from holding a single annual general conference, and towards a model that supports more events across the country and in support of specialty and provincial programming. Our specialty stream includes partnerships with national physician organizations such...

With the expected establishment of a regulatory college on the horizon, the BCAMRT had been investigating ways to streamline its services to minimize the impact new college dues would have on its members. As part of this investigation, the BCAMRT contacted the CAMRT to...

BC Members vote on options for provincial association services

With the expected establishment of a regulatory college on the horizon, the BCAMRT had been investigating ways to streamline its services to minimize the impact new college dues would have on its members. As part of this investigation, the BCAMRT contacted the CAMRT to...

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists is excited to announce the completion of its Advanced Practice Registered Technologist (APRT) Certification Pilot.   CAMRT would like to recognize and congratulate the three radiation therapist candidates that took part in the pilot process. Lori Holden...

New Advanced Practice Certification for Radiation Therapy

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists is excited to announce the completion of its Advanced Practice Registered Technologist (APRT) Certification Pilot.   CAMRT would like to recognize and congratulate the three radiation therapist candidates that took part in the pilot process. Lori Holden...

Are you a passionate advocate of the CAMRT? Do you appreciate the member benefits, services and programs, as well as the value in belonging to your national professional association?   We are recruiting volunteers from each province to create the first “CAMRT Members’ Lounge”.  ...

Volunteer Opportunity: CAMRT Members’ Lounge

Are you a passionate advocate of the CAMRT? Do you appreciate the member benefits, services and programs, as well as the value in belonging to your national professional association?   We are recruiting volunteers from each province to create the first “CAMRT Members’ Lounge”.  ...

Don’t miss this great opportunity to earn Category A credits from the comfort of your own home! CAMRT is proud to continue Practice Insights — a series of FREE webinars providing insight and education to practicing MRTs on topics of clinical and professional interest. New! Recently...

Register for a free CAMRT webinar! New content added

Don’t miss this great opportunity to earn Category A credits from the comfort of your own home! CAMRT is proud to continue Practice Insights — a series of FREE webinars providing insight and education to practicing MRTs on topics of clinical and professional interest. New! Recently...

Dear Voting Members of the Canadian Patient Safety Institute (CPSI);   CPSI is looking for nominations for one vacancy on its Board of Directors, to be elected at the Annual Meeting in September. On behalf of Susan Mumme, Chair, CPSI Nominating Committee, we are forwarding...

CPSI is looking for nominations for one vacancy on its Board of Directors

Dear Voting Members of the Canadian Patient Safety Institute (CPSI);   CPSI is looking for nominations for one vacancy on its Board of Directors, to be elected at the Annual Meeting in September. On behalf of Susan Mumme, Chair, CPSI Nominating Committee, we are forwarding...

April 12th to 15th 2018 in Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago  The 20th International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT 2018) to be held in the Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago at the Hyatt Regency. The deadline for abstracts is fast approaching,...

ISRRT 20th World Congress: Abstract Deadline and Registration

April 12th to 15th 2018 in Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago  The 20th International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT 2018) to be held in the Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago at the Hyatt Regency. The deadline for abstracts is fast approaching,...

Now available in a new online delivery format Stroke is a serious health issue that affects thousands of Canadians and is the second leading cause of death in the world. Thanks to advances in diagnosis and treatments, survival rates for stroke patients over the...

Now available: Stroke and CT Perfusion Quick Self Study

Now available in a new online delivery format Stroke is a serious health issue that affects thousands of Canadians and is the second leading cause of death in the world. Thanks to advances in diagnosis and treatments, survival rates for stroke patients over the...

Introducing Carrie Bru, RTNM, MEd CAMRT’s next Director of Education   The CAMRT is pleased to introduce Carrie Bru as its next Director of Education. Carrie is currently an instructor in nuclear medicine technology at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT). In 2015...

CAMRT’s next Director of Education

Introducing Carrie Bru, RTNM, MEd CAMRT’s next Director of Education   The CAMRT is pleased to introduce Carrie Bru as its next Director of Education. Carrie is currently an instructor in nuclear medicine technology at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT). In 2015...

You have questions, get the answers!   The CAMRT is renewing its approach to the Annual General Conference. This presentation will discuss the future plans for conferences and events in 2018. We will explore how we will be enhancing the way we deliver our...

2018 Conferences & Events Live Webinar

You have questions, get the answers!   The CAMRT is renewing its approach to the Annual General Conference. This presentation will discuss the future plans for conferences and events in 2018. We will explore how we will be enhancing the way we deliver our...

12-14 June 2017 in Manchester Central ARE YOU DOSE AWARE? FREE CONGRESS ENTRY!! Specific Dose Sessions and workshops are taking place on Tuesday 13 June, with a dedicated dose awareness poster presentation and exhibition trail.   Confirmed Programme & Speakers Include: ​ How to run an image optimisation...

The UK Radiological Congress and Radiation Oncology Congress

12-14 June 2017 in Manchester Central ARE YOU DOSE AWARE? FREE CONGRESS ENTRY!! Specific Dose Sessions and workshops are taking place on Tuesday 13 June, with a dedicated dose awareness poster presentation and exhibition trail.   Confirmed Programme & Speakers Include: ​ How to run an image optimisation...

The latest updates from the Radiation Protection of Patients Website: Mark your calendars! The International Conference on Radiation Protection in Medicine: Achieving Change in Practice will take place on 11-15 December 2017 in Vienna, Austria   The IAEA is now accepting contributed papers. Please note...

Updates from IAEA

The latest updates from the Radiation Protection of Patients Website: Mark your calendars! The International Conference on Radiation Protection in Medicine: Achieving Change in Practice will take place on 11-15 December 2017 in Vienna, Austria   The IAEA is now accepting contributed papers. Please note...

Another year has come and gone… from social gatherings to all the fantastic educational sessions this year has proven yet again to be one for the books. The 2017 CAMRT-OAMRS Annual general Conference (AGC) ran from April 27th to the 30th in Ottawa, Ontario....

Conference Recap- 2017 CAMRT-OAMRS AGC

Another year has come and gone… from social gatherings to all the fantastic educational sessions this year has proven yet again to be one for the books. The 2017 CAMRT-OAMRS Annual general Conference (AGC) ran from April 27th to the 30th in Ottawa, Ontario....

MRTs who attended the 2017 CAMRT-OAMRS Annual General Conference in Ottawa Ontario may now view their Record of Attendance in the secure area of the CAMRT website. Attendees can log in at https://ww2.camrt.ca/cpd with their CAMRT number and password. Click on “View record of...

2017 CAMRT-OAMRS Annual General Conference- Record of Attendance

MRTs who attended the 2017 CAMRT-OAMRS Annual General Conference in Ottawa Ontario may now view their Record of Attendance in the secure area of the CAMRT website. Attendees can log in at https://ww2.camrt.ca/cpd with their CAMRT number and password. Click on “View record of...

Significantly Updated 2017 Lung Cancer: An Overview for Healthcare Professionals Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Canadian men and women, and many people have been touched in some way by this disease. Given the rapid pace of research in this...

Significantly Updated Course- Lung Cancer: An Overview for Healthcare Professionals

Significantly Updated 2017 Lung Cancer: An Overview for Healthcare Professionals Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Canadian men and women, and many people have been touched in some way by this disease. Given the rapid pace of research in this...

The MSWG was created a few years ago to bring together Canadian Federal and Provincial representatives, industry and national associations, like the CAMRT. The aim of the group is to monitor potential supply disruption risks of Tc-99m, develop mitigation strategies and ensure consistent messaging...

April 2017 update from Canada’s Multi Stakeholder Working Group on Medical Isotopes (MSWG)

The MSWG was created a few years ago to bring together Canadian Federal and Provincial representatives, industry and national associations, like the CAMRT. The aim of the group is to monitor potential supply disruption risks of Tc-99m, develop mitigation strategies and ensure consistent messaging...

Check out the latest edition of your member newsletter, now available for viewing and download. Highlights from Volume 35.2: 75 Years of National Gatherings A look at CAMRT’s new approach to conferences and events A focus on CAMRT volunteers for National Volunteer Week An...

Spring Issue of the CAMRT Newsletter Now Online!

Check out the latest edition of your member newsletter, now available for viewing and download. Highlights from Volume 35.2: 75 Years of National Gatherings A look at CAMRT’s new approach to conferences and events A focus on CAMRT volunteers for National Volunteer Week An...

Data collection is now open for the 2017 iteration of the Canadian Medical Imaging Inventory (CMII). Whether you’ve participated before, or are new to the inventory, the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health (CADTH) is inviting medical imaging facilities to access and...

2017 CADTH Canadian Medical Imaging Inventory Survey Now Open

Data collection is now open for the 2017 iteration of the Canadian Medical Imaging Inventory (CMII). Whether you’ve participated before, or are new to the inventory, the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health (CADTH) is inviting medical imaging facilities to access and...

Join us in celebrating the 75th anniversary of CAMRT’s inception.  As you know, we are celebrating our history and getting members involved through varied and fun contests on historical themes throughout the year. Our second 75th anniversary contest begins April 13 and runs until May 19, 2017....

CAMRT 75th Anniversary: Old-Timer Equipment Contest

Join us in celebrating the 75th anniversary of CAMRT’s inception.  As you know, we are celebrating our history and getting members involved through varied and fun contests on historical themes throughout the year. Our second 75th anniversary contest begins April 13 and runs until May 19, 2017....

The first 75th anniversary contest has come and gone! We’ve had an amazing response rate and thanks to everyone who participated. We asked members to pit their knowledge about the 75 years of CAMRT against their fellow members to win some prizes (and national bragging rights) along the way....

See who won CAMRT’s first 75th anniversary contest!

The first 75th anniversary contest has come and gone! We’ve had an amazing response rate and thanks to everyone who participated. We asked members to pit their knowledge about the 75 years of CAMRT against their fellow members to win some prizes (and national bragging rights) along the way....

The Translational Research Program, is a Professional Master’s program, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, that provides core translational skills, competencies, and access to networks to catalyze the transformation of scientific discoveries into problem-solving interventions that improve the health of individuals and populations.  Through experiential learning, a diverse group of graduate...

Register Now! For the Translational Research Program Information Session

The Translational Research Program, is a Professional Master’s program, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, that provides core translational skills, competencies, and access to networks to catalyze the transformation of scientific discoveries into problem-solving interventions that improve the health of individuals and populations.  Through experiential learning, a diverse group of graduate...

The Mental Health Commission of Canada’s (MHCC) Board of Directors is currently seeking applications to fill several director positions. The MHCC is specifically searching for candidates with experience and expertise in issues facing Quebec as well as Francophone and Acadian Communities, Inuit representation, youth representation (18...

Join the Board of the Mental Health Commission of Canada

The Mental Health Commission of Canada’s (MHCC) Board of Directors is currently seeking applications to fill several director positions. The MHCC is specifically searching for candidates with experience and expertise in issues facing Quebec as well as Francophone and Acadian Communities, Inuit representation, youth representation (18...

We invite you to share your expertise in Healthcare, Radiography, Ultrasonography, MRI, Radiation Therapy, Cancer Management, Health Information Management, Informatics, Health Care Law, Health Care Finance, Information Governance, Strategic Planning, Medical Coding, Health Care Data Analytics, Management Strategies, Employee Engagement and Resource Management through...

Call for Abstracts- BIENNIAL CONFERENCE 2017 in Babados

We invite you to share your expertise in Healthcare, Radiography, Ultrasonography, MRI, Radiation Therapy, Cancer Management, Health Information Management, Informatics, Health Care Law, Health Care Finance, Information Governance, Strategic Planning, Medical Coding, Health Care Data Analytics, Management Strategies, Employee Engagement and Resource Management through...

The 33rd Japan Conference of Radiological Technologists (33JCRT) will be held from September 22nd to 24th, 2017 at Hakodate Citizens Hall and Hakodate Arena in Hakodate city, Hokkaido. 33JCRT is hosted by Japan Association of Radiological Technologists (JART) and Hokkaido Association of Radiological Technologists....

Call for Abstracts- The 33rd Japan Conference of Radiological Technologists

The 33rd Japan Conference of Radiological Technologists (33JCRT) will be held from September 22nd to 24th, 2017 at Hakodate Citizens Hall and Hakodate Arena in Hakodate city, Hokkaido. 33JCRT is hosted by Japan Association of Radiological Technologists (JART) and Hokkaido Association of Radiological Technologists....

  Join us in celebrating CAMRT’s 75th anniversary of it’s inception.  From the concerted effort of a small group of provincial leaders in 1942, the enduring association was born. One of the ways we are celebrating our history on this momentous occasion is by...

CAMRT 75th Anniversary Trivia Contest

  Join us in celebrating CAMRT’s 75th anniversary of it’s inception.  From the concerted effort of a small group of provincial leaders in 1942, the enduring association was born. One of the ways we are celebrating our history on this momentous occasion is by...

  PET/MR  Innovations in medical imaging can have a significant impact on patient care, treatment, and prognosis. One of the newest diagnostic modalities being explored by clinicians is PET/MR imaging. There are significant challenges in combining these two technologies, whether it is fusion and...

Full Length Course in Development!

  PET/MR  Innovations in medical imaging can have a significant impact on patient care, treatment, and prognosis. One of the newest diagnostic modalities being explored by clinicians is PET/MR imaging. There are significant challenges in combining these two technologies, whether it is fusion and...

The Life Cycle of the Breast This quick self-study course provides an exploration of the female breast and the developmental and functional changes that occur with the breasts over the course of a lifetime, through infancy, puberty, the childbearing years, the menopausal years, and...

Quick Self Studies Coming Soon!

The Life Cycle of the Breast This quick self-study course provides an exploration of the female breast and the developmental and functional changes that occur with the breasts over the course of a lifetime, through infancy, puberty, the childbearing years, the menopausal years, and...

REWRITE AND CHALLENGE EXAM REGISTRATION DEADLINE April 1, 2017 @ 11:59 PM (Eastern)   Rewrite:  Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date.   Challenge: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge and experience...

Winter 2017 : Application Deadline for Exam Rewrites and Challenges

REWRITE AND CHALLENGE EXAM REGISTRATION DEADLINE April 1, 2017 @ 11:59 PM (Eastern)   Rewrite:  Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date.   Challenge: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge and experience...

The CAMRT Best Practice Guidelines (BPGs) are the means for providing the best possible outcome for patients based on judgments that consider patient needs, clinical experience and the best available evidence. Best practice can be found at the intersection of three realms: best available...

Call for Volunteers – Best Practice Guidelines Committee

The CAMRT Best Practice Guidelines (BPGs) are the means for providing the best possible outcome for patients based on judgments that consider patient needs, clinical experience and the best available evidence. Best practice can be found at the intersection of three realms: best available...

The CAMRT is currently looking to fill two positions on the Professional Practice Advisory Council (PPAC).  Specifically we are looking for:   One MRT from each of the following provinces: Prince Edward Island Saskatchewan   The purpose of the PPAC is to provide advice...

Call for Volunteers: Professional Practice Advisory Council

The CAMRT is currently looking to fill two positions on the Professional Practice Advisory Council (PPAC).  Specifically we are looking for:   One MRT from each of the following provinces: Prince Edward Island Saskatchewan   The purpose of the PPAC is to provide advice...

CAMRT is seeking to fill a Member-At-Large position on the association’s Nominating Committee. The function of the committee is to identify a slate of nominees for the board positions being elected in any given year.   We require an applicant who is a former...

Call for Volunteers—Member-At-Large for Nominating Committee

CAMRT is seeking to fill a Member-At-Large position on the association’s Nominating Committee. The function of the committee is to identify a slate of nominees for the board positions being elected in any given year.   We require an applicant who is a former...

The CAMRT is very excited to invite you to come and explore its new online Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Repository The new CPD Repository was designed specifically for you, with your professional development needs as an MRT in mind: MRT-focused content 400+ Activities from...

Looking to fulfill your CPD requirements? Check out the CPD Repository

The CAMRT is very excited to invite you to come and explore its new online Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Repository The new CPD Repository was designed specifically for you, with your professional development needs as an MRT in mind: MRT-focused content 400+ Activities from...

Looking for a job? Find a career! The CAMRT is excited to announce a makeover to its online job bank. With the feedback we received from the 2015 member satisfaction survey, we made some improvements and developed a new and improved resource for members....

Visit the new CAMRT Career Portal!

Looking for a job? Find a career! The CAMRT is excited to announce a makeover to its online job bank. With the feedback we received from the 2015 member satisfaction survey, we made some improvements and developed a new and improved resource for members....

You can help us to ensure our records are up-to-date by updating your contact information online. This includes name, e-mail, and address changes, as well as publication preferences. Do you prefer to receive a hard copy of the newsletter or simply get a notification...

Update Your Membership Information

You can help us to ensure our records are up-to-date by updating your contact information online. This includes name, e-mail, and address changes, as well as publication preferences. Do you prefer to receive a hard copy of the newsletter or simply get a notification...

As MRTs  you understand the profound impact that cancer has on peoples’ lives. World Cancer Day (February 4, 2017) is a special once-a-year opportunity to shed light on the disease to raise awareness, funds and momentum for important change in the battle against cancer....

World Cancer Day: February 4, 2017

As MRTs  you understand the profound impact that cancer has on peoples’ lives. World Cancer Day (February 4, 2017) is a special once-a-year opportunity to shed light on the disease to raise awareness, funds and momentum for important change in the battle against cancer....

Apply now for the CAMRT foundation Grant! Why should you apply?   Over the years, the CAMRT Foundation has sponsored many members in their educational pursuits. Grants are available to members to provide: Financial Assistance to individuals enrolled in courses of study related to...

CAMRT Foundation Grant Application

Apply now for the CAMRT foundation Grant! Why should you apply?   Over the years, the CAMRT Foundation has sponsored many members in their educational pursuits. Grants are available to members to provide: Financial Assistance to individuals enrolled in courses of study related to...

The CAMRT Foundation is happy to provide the William Doern – Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship for community oriented, academically outstanding students attending entry-level medical radiation technology programs.   Eligibility: Candidates must: Be currently enrolled in an entry-level medical radiation technology program (radiological technology, radiation...

William Doern Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship

The CAMRT Foundation is happy to provide the William Doern – Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship for community oriented, academically outstanding students attending entry-level medical radiation technology programs.   Eligibility: Candidates must: Be currently enrolled in an entry-level medical radiation technology program (radiological technology, radiation...

CT Simulation: An Overview 2 Credit Hours—Category A Credit   This is one option for the CT Therapy Certificate’s required Supplement. Computed Tomography plays an integral role in Radiation Therapy Treatment Planning. This course provides an in-depth look at CT Simulation; how it is...

Now Available on the Interactive Online Learning Management Platform!

CT Simulation: An Overview 2 Credit Hours—Category A Credit   This is one option for the CT Therapy Certificate’s required Supplement. Computed Tomography plays an integral role in Radiation Therapy Treatment Planning. This course provides an in-depth look at CT Simulation; how it is...

  Get your Early Bird tickets before January 31, 2017!   Registration for RTi3 Conference with the Early Bird pricing is $350. Single day and student tickets are also on sale. Early Bird pricing ends at midnight on January 31, 2017. About RTi3 Conference   RTi3 is...

RTi3 Radiation Therapy Conference & Free Webinar

  Get your Early Bird tickets before January 31, 2017!   Registration for RTi3 Conference with the Early Bird pricing is $350. Single day and student tickets are also on sale. Early Bird pricing ends at midnight on January 31, 2017. About RTi3 Conference   RTi3 is...

The latest “News and Views” from the ISRRT is now available for viewing and download. Highlights from this edition: Update on 19TH ISRRT WORLD CONGRESS News and reports from MRTs around the world Update on the Chesney Research Award 2016 An interesting article on Dr Alexander...

December ISRRT “News and Views” Available

The latest “News and Views” from the ISRRT is now available for viewing and download. Highlights from this edition: Update on 19TH ISRRT WORLD CONGRESS News and reports from MRTs around the world Update on the Chesney Research Award 2016 An interesting article on Dr Alexander...

Radiology Care: A Value-Driven Approach April 20 – 23, 2017 | Montreal, Quebec- Early bird rates are in effect until March 7.   Articulated around the complementary notions of efficacy and appropriateness, and the role of the radiologist in times of rapid technological advances, the...

Register Now: CAR 80th Annual Scientific Meeting

Radiology Care: A Value-Driven Approach April 20 – 23, 2017 | Montreal, Quebec- Early bird rates are in effect until March 7.   Articulated around the complementary notions of efficacy and appropriateness, and the role of the radiologist in times of rapid technological advances, the...

Choosing Wisely Canada is a campaign to help clinicians and patients engage in conversations about unnecessary medical tests, treatments and procedures. To see the full scale of the project please view the website: www.choosingwiselycanada.org.   As a partner in the campaign, the CAMRT has...

Call for Volunteers: Choosing Wisely Canada – MRT Recommendations

Choosing Wisely Canada is a campaign to help clinicians and patients engage in conversations about unnecessary medical tests, treatments and procedures. To see the full scale of the project please view the website: www.choosingwiselycanada.org.   As a partner in the campaign, the CAMRT has...

Purpose To improve the standards of delivery and practice of medical imaging and radiation therapy throughout the world by research in the radiation medicine sciences is a mission of the International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT). In the light of such mission...

ISRRT Chesney Research Award – Call for Grant Application 2017

Purpose To improve the standards of delivery and practice of medical imaging and radiation therapy throughout the world by research in the radiation medicine sciences is a mission of the International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT). In the light of such mission...

On June 16-18, 2017, the CAMRT will be hosting its annual Leadership Development Institute.   This 3-day event is designed to engage CAMRT members who have demonstrated, at an early stage in their careers, leadership potential and a commitment to advancement of the medical...

Call for Applications- CAMRT Leadership Development Institute

On June 16-18, 2017, the CAMRT will be hosting its annual Leadership Development Institute.   This 3-day event is designed to engage CAMRT members who have demonstrated, at an early stage in their careers, leadership potential and a commitment to advancement of the medical...

Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists Friday, April 28, 2017, 15:40 to 17:10   The 75th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists will be held at the Westin Hotel, Confederation Ballroom, Ottawa, Ontario.   Preliminary Agenda Call to Order...

Notice of Meeting – 75th Annual General Meeting

Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists Friday, April 28, 2017, 15:40 to 17:10   The 75th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists will be held at the Westin Hotel, Confederation Ballroom, Ottawa, Ontario.   Preliminary Agenda Call to Order...

Submit your application to editor@camrt.ca by April 1, 2017. Visit the Research Grant page of the website for a fillable PDF application, as well as guidelines and policies for submission of grant applications.

Research Grant Application Deadline Fast Approaching

Submit your application to editor@camrt.ca by April 1, 2017. Visit the Research Grant page of the website for a fillable PDF application, as well as guidelines and policies for submission of grant applications.

I paid my dues for 2017….Why does it still show that I am only paid for 2016?   When visiting the Members’ Only area of the CAMRT website, you may notice in your member profile that your membership status is not up to date. Perhaps...

A note on Membership Dues Renewal Status

I paid my dues for 2017….Why does it still show that I am only paid for 2016?   When visiting the Members’ Only area of the CAMRT website, you may notice in your member profile that your membership status is not up to date. Perhaps...

Join your fellow MRTs and Sonographers at the 2017 CAMRT-OAMRS Annual General Conference in beautiful Ottawa – you will be treated to an excellent mix of inspiring plenary lectures, educational sessions, innovative technologies, networking opportunities, and fun-filled social events.   Be sure to check...

Join us in Ottawa for the 2017 AGC!

Join your fellow MRTs and Sonographers at the 2017 CAMRT-OAMRS Annual General Conference in beautiful Ottawa – you will be treated to an excellent mix of inspiring plenary lectures, educational sessions, innovative technologies, networking opportunities, and fun-filled social events.   Be sure to check...

Check out the latest edition of the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences – this special “Patient Experience” issue includes a lovely winning cover image from University of Alberta radiation therapy student, Mai Vo. This issue was compiled with help from our Guest...

JMIRS Patient Experience issue now available!

Check out the latest edition of the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences – this special “Patient Experience” issue includes a lovely winning cover image from University of Alberta radiation therapy student, Mai Vo. This issue was compiled with help from our Guest...

New PREREQUISITE for INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY 1 COURSE Effective Winter 2018 a PREREQUISITE challenge exam in vascular anatomy will be required by all candidates prior to taking the Interventional Radiology 1 course.  This vascular anatomy exam will become a mandatory requirement to IR 1 due...

Changes in Interventional Radiology Courses

New PREREQUISITE for INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY 1 COURSE Effective Winter 2018 a PREREQUISITE challenge exam in vascular anatomy will be required by all candidates prior to taking the Interventional Radiology 1 course.  This vascular anatomy exam will become a mandatory requirement to IR 1 due...

Attention Ontario MRTs! Allied Health Professional Development Fund, is now accepting applications for education grants for professional development activities completed between April 1, 2016 and March 31, 2017. Purpose The government of Ontario recognizes and values the important contributions made by allied health professionals to the health...

Attention Ontario MRTs- Apply now for an AHPDF education grant!

Attention Ontario MRTs! Allied Health Professional Development Fund, is now accepting applications for education grants for professional development activities completed between April 1, 2016 and March 31, 2017. Purpose The government of Ontario recognizes and values the important contributions made by allied health professionals to the health...

CAMRT has partnered with Scrubscanada.ca to bring our members another great opportunity for saving! Take advantage of a 10% discount on all online orders from Scrubs Canada (www.scrubscanada.ca). Members can choose from a wide variety of stylish medical uniforms, lab coats and quality comfort...

CAMRT partners with Scrubs Canada

CAMRT has partnered with Scrubscanada.ca to bring our members another great opportunity for saving! Take advantage of a 10% discount on all online orders from Scrubs Canada (www.scrubscanada.ca). Members can choose from a wide variety of stylish medical uniforms, lab coats and quality comfort...

What monthly bill pains you the most? Well, you asked and we listened, and now CAMRT is pleased to announce a new member discount through TELUS! Get a customized mobility plan and a new smartphone to help you stay connected from anywhere. Your Choice...

CAMRT connects you to another great member discount!

What monthly bill pains you the most? Well, you asked and we listened, and now CAMRT is pleased to announce a new member discount through TELUS! Get a customized mobility plan and a new smartphone to help you stay connected from anywhere. Your Choice...

The Image Gently Alliance, American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), AANS/CNS Joint Section on Pediatric Neurosurgery and allied medical organizations have launched the “Think A-Head” campaign to help providers appropriately obtain and perform computed tomography (CT) scans in children...

“Think A-Head” campaign launch

The Image Gently Alliance, American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), AANS/CNS Joint Section on Pediatric Neurosurgery and allied medical organizations have launched the “Think A-Head” campaign to help providers appropriately obtain and perform computed tomography (CT) scans in children...

Attention radiation therapists! You are being invited to complete a survey regarding second victims in radiation therapy. The primary objective of the survey is to determine what physical and emotional symptoms radiation therapists experience after a clinical incident. The survey has been developed by a...

Second Victim Radiation Therapy Survey

Attention radiation therapists! You are being invited to complete a survey regarding second victims in radiation therapy. The primary objective of the survey is to determine what physical and emotional symptoms radiation therapists experience after a clinical incident. The survey has been developed by a...

Registration is now open for the CAMRT’s Winter semester. View a complete listing of all courses and descriptions and register online! The CAMRT website provides complete & up to date information on policies, procedures, textbook requirements, term schedules, etc. For more information, please contact...

Winter 2017 Registration Deadline: January 9, 2017

Registration is now open for the CAMRT’s Winter semester. View a complete listing of all courses and descriptions and register online! The CAMRT website provides complete & up to date information on policies, procedures, textbook requirements, term schedules, etc. For more information, please contact...

Check out the remaining webinars in our 2016 Practice Insights series, including our special MRT Week presentation, “Application of the CAMRT Best Practice Guidelines”, featuring the perspectives of an educator, manager and clinician. Running at various times throughout the week (Nov 7-10th), this free...

Register for MRT Week Webinars!

Check out the remaining webinars in our 2016 Practice Insights series, including our special MRT Week presentation, “Application of the CAMRT Best Practice Guidelines”, featuring the perspectives of an educator, manager and clinician. Running at various times throughout the week (Nov 7-10th), this free...

On October 31, 2016 the Canadian NRU reactor will stop regular production of Mo-99, an isotope used to make Tc-99m, itself the most widely used nuclear medicine imaging agent. With the impending production stoppage growing nearer, there has been a number of media reports appearing...

Update on Isotope Supply: October 2016

On October 31, 2016 the Canadian NRU reactor will stop regular production of Mo-99, an isotope used to make Tc-99m, itself the most widely used nuclear medicine imaging agent. With the impending production stoppage growing nearer, there has been a number of media reports appearing...

Online pre-registration closes- January 30th. Register now! Escape from the ordinary and experience a delightful retreat at Fairmont Le Château Montebello, the world’s largest log cabin. Nestled in the heart of the scenic Montebello village, surrounded by nature, the hotel is famed for its...

Register Now for the Winter School for Medical Imaging!

Online pre-registration closes- January 30th. Register now! Escape from the ordinary and experience a delightful retreat at Fairmont Le Château Montebello, the world’s largest log cabin. Nestled in the heart of the scenic Montebello village, surrounded by nature, the hotel is famed for its...

Join OTIMROEPMQ for their annual Conference at the Auditorium Rousselot de l’Hôpital Notre-Dame, CHUM | Montréal November 12th 2016 from 8:00AM – 3:00PM.   * Please note that this conference only offered in French.   Nous vous demandons d’être de plus en plus professionnels… Mais disposez-vous de...

OTIMROEPMQ 2016 Conference – Légalement Vôtre

Join OTIMROEPMQ for their annual Conference at the Auditorium Rousselot de l’Hôpital Notre-Dame, CHUM | Montréal November 12th 2016 from 8:00AM – 3:00PM.   * Please note that this conference only offered in French.   Nous vous demandons d’être de plus en plus professionnels… Mais disposez-vous de...

Cardiac CT   In the era of multi-detector, multi-slice, ultra-fast CT units, Cardiac CT now plays a central role in multi-modality imaging of heart disease in conjunction with echocardiography, coronary catheterization, nuclear medicine and MRI. As lower radiation doses are routine, it is also...

Now Available: Cardiac CT Quick Self Study / In Development: Life Cycle of the Breast

Cardiac CT   In the era of multi-detector, multi-slice, ultra-fast CT units, Cardiac CT now plays a central role in multi-modality imaging of heart disease in conjunction with echocardiography, coronary catheterization, nuclear medicine and MRI. As lower radiation doses are routine, it is also...

Going to the RSNA this year?  Why not stop by the CAMRT booth and have a Canadian moment with President Karren Fader and members of the CAMRT managerial staff who will be at the booth.  The booth will be located in the South Building,...

Radiological Society of North America (RSNA): November 27 – December 2, 2016, Chicago

Going to the RSNA this year?  Why not stop by the CAMRT booth and have a Canadian moment with President Karren Fader and members of the CAMRT managerial staff who will be at the booth.  The booth will be located in the South Building,...

MRT Week is just around the corner again. This annual celebration of the profession is another great opportunity to highlight the essential role that medical radiation technologists (MRTs) play in the healthcare system.  From November 6 to 12, 2016, MRTs are once again invited to...

Get Your Orders in for MRT Week!

MRT Week is just around the corner again. This annual celebration of the profession is another great opportunity to highlight the essential role that medical radiation technologists (MRTs) play in the healthcare system.  From November 6 to 12, 2016, MRTs are once again invited to...

CAMRT is seeking members from the disciplines of radiological technology, MRI and/or nuclear medicine to serve on its Advocacy Advisory Council (AAC). Role of the AAC member The AAC is instrumental in providing advice and expertise on the CAMRT advocacy plan and its effective...

Volunteer for the Advocacy Advisory Council

CAMRT is seeking members from the disciplines of radiological technology, MRI and/or nuclear medicine to serve on its Advocacy Advisory Council (AAC). Role of the AAC member The AAC is instrumental in providing advice and expertise on the CAMRT advocacy plan and its effective...

The Canadian College of Health Leaders (College) and HealthCareCAN are once again hosting the National Health Leadership Conference (NHLC), to be held in Vancouver, British Columbia on June 12-13, 2017. The theme of this year’s conference is Value-based healthcare: Embracing a patient and family-centered...

Call for Abstracts: National Health Leadership Conference 2017

The Canadian College of Health Leaders (College) and HealthCareCAN are once again hosting the National Health Leadership Conference (NHLC), to be held in Vancouver, British Columbia on June 12-13, 2017. The theme of this year’s conference is Value-based healthcare: Embracing a patient and family-centered...

The CAMRT is very pleased to introduce you to the Radiation Therapy Patient Charter. This charter, created and endorsed by the Canadian Association of Radiation Oncology is now also endorsed by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists. The patient charter is designed to...

Radiation Therapy Patient Charter

The CAMRT is very pleased to introduce you to the Radiation Therapy Patient Charter. This charter, created and endorsed by the Canadian Association of Radiation Oncology is now also endorsed by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists. The patient charter is designed to...

Rewrite: Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date.   Challenge: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge and experience equivalent to the content of CAMRT’s courses have an opportunity to bypass the course...

CPD- Rewrite and Challenge Exam Registration Deadline

Rewrite: Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date.   Challenge: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge and experience equivalent to the content of CAMRT’s courses have an opportunity to bypass the course...

Fall is around the corner, which means it will soon be time to renew your CAMRT and Provincial Organizations membership for 2017. Membership in your professional association signals to your employer, your colleagues and, most importantly, your patients that you are committed to delivering...

Renew Your Commitment: 2017 Membership Renewal

Fall is around the corner, which means it will soon be time to renew your CAMRT and Provincial Organizations membership for 2017. Membership in your professional association signals to your employer, your colleagues and, most importantly, your patients that you are committed to delivering...

The CAMRT wants to help your workplace celebrate MRT Week 2016 by offering free continuing education credit approval (CECAP) reviews for activities taking place November 6-12, 2016.   Only activities submitted by a sponsor will be accepted for credit approval. Sponsors must plan a...

Free Review for Credit of CPD Activities- To Celebrate MRT Week in Canada!

The CAMRT wants to help your workplace celebrate MRT Week 2016 by offering free continuing education credit approval (CECAP) reviews for activities taking place November 6-12, 2016.   Only activities submitted by a sponsor will be accepted for credit approval. Sponsors must plan a...

The CAMRT Board of Directors is pleased to endorse the Dietitians of Canada’s new position statement and recommendations addressing the very important issue of household food insecurity in Canada.   Dietitians of Canada Position Statement Household food insecurity is a serious public health issue...

CAMRT endorses the Dietitians of Canada position on Household Food Insecurity

The CAMRT Board of Directors is pleased to endorse the Dietitians of Canada’s new position statement and recommendations addressing the very important issue of household food insecurity in Canada.   Dietitians of Canada Position Statement Household food insecurity is a serious public health issue...

Candidates must write their exam on the scheduled date. If this is not possible, the candidate must contact the CAMRT’s Continuing Professional Development department a minimum of 5 business days prior to the scheduled exam date. Failure to do so will result in an...

CPD Policy Update – Exam Penalty Fee

Candidates must write their exam on the scheduled date. If this is not possible, the candidate must contact the CAMRT’s Continuing Professional Development department a minimum of 5 business days prior to the scheduled exam date. Failure to do so will result in an...

This QSS introduces the learner to alternative uses of this hybrid technology for PET/CT guided biopsies and PET/CT guided radiation therapy. The benefits, limitations and challenges of each intervention are explored, case studies are presented to demonstrate clinical relevance, and the impact on patient...

Coming Soon: PET/CT Guided Interventions Quick Self Study

This QSS introduces the learner to alternative uses of this hybrid technology for PET/CT guided biopsies and PET/CT guided radiation therapy. The benefits, limitations and challenges of each intervention are explored, case studies are presented to demonstrate clinical relevance, and the impact on patient...

Candidates must write their exam on the scheduled date. If this is not possible, the candidate must contact the CAMRT’s Continuing Professional Development department a minimum of 5 business days prior to the scheduled exam date. Failure to do so will result in an...

CPD Policy Update – Exam Penalty Fee

Candidates must write their exam on the scheduled date. If this is not possible, the candidate must contact the CAMRT’s Continuing Professional Development department a minimum of 5 business days prior to the scheduled exam date. Failure to do so will result in an...

RTi3 is Canada’s premier radiation therapy conference. The scope and calibre of the program continues to set the bar for radiation therapist-led research across the country.   We are accepting abstracts for Oral/Poster and Workshops. The deadline to submit your abstract is October 10,...

Call for Abstracts- RTi3 Conference

RTi3 is Canada’s premier radiation therapy conference. The scope and calibre of the program continues to set the bar for radiation therapist-led research across the country.   We are accepting abstracts for Oral/Poster and Workshops. The deadline to submit your abstract is October 10,...

CAMRT members are invited to submit resolutions or motions to be debated at the 2017 Annual General Meeting, which will be held on Friday, April 28, 2017, in Ottawa, Ontario. All resolutions or motions must be sponsored by ten CAMRT voting members. The deadline...

Resolutions or Motions for 2017 Annual General Meeting

CAMRT members are invited to submit resolutions or motions to be debated at the 2017 Annual General Meeting, which will be held on Friday, April 28, 2017, in Ottawa, Ontario. All resolutions or motions must be sponsored by ten CAMRT voting members. The deadline...

Dear qualified Radiation Therapists in Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, The Radiation Therapists and Psychosocial Support survey will close in less than 10 days.   500 RTs have shared their thoughts and experiences so far. The number of responses received are New Zealand 70,...

Please take part in the Radiation Therapists and Psychosocial Support Survey

Dear qualified Radiation Therapists in Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, The Radiation Therapists and Psychosocial Support survey will close in less than 10 days.   500 RTs have shared their thoughts and experiences so far. The number of responses received are New Zealand 70,...

Tthe AAMD 42nd Annual Meeting is taking place June 10–15, 2017 in Indianapolis, IN. The AAMD is currently accepting abstracts for general sessions, concurrent sessions, workshops, panels and posters. Participants must use their application to submit an abstract. Emailed submissions will not be accepted. The goal of...

News for dosimetrists: AAMD 42nd Annual Meeting Call for Abstracts

Tthe AAMD 42nd Annual Meeting is taking place June 10–15, 2017 in Indianapolis, IN. The AAMD is currently accepting abstracts for general sessions, concurrent sessions, workshops, panels and posters. Participants must use their application to submit an abstract. Emailed submissions will not be accepted. The goal of...

Check out the latest edition of your member newsletter, now available for viewing and download. Highlights from Volume 34.3: Click here for full PDF version

Summer Issue of the CAMRT News Available!

Check out the latest edition of your member newsletter, now available for viewing and download. Highlights from Volume 34.3: Click here for full PDF version

The CAMRT Board of Directors is pleased to endorse Choosing Wisely Canada, a campaign to help clinicians and patients engage in conversations about unnecessary tests and treatments and make smart and effective choices to ensure high-quality care. The Choosing Wisely Canada website is a...

CAMRT endorses Choosing Wisely Canada

The CAMRT Board of Directors is pleased to endorse Choosing Wisely Canada, a campaign to help clinicians and patients engage in conversations about unnecessary tests and treatments and make smart and effective choices to ensure high-quality care. The Choosing Wisely Canada website is a...

President, Karren Fader and Chief Executive Officer, François Couillard will be attending the ASRT Radiation Therapy Conference, which is being held this year, September 25 – 27, in Boston. We would like to invite all CAMRT members registered for either the ASRT or the...

A CAMRT Reception at the ASRT Radiation Therapy Conference During the ASTRO Annual Meeting

President, Karren Fader and Chief Executive Officer, François Couillard will be attending the ASRT Radiation Therapy Conference, which is being held this year, September 25 – 27, in Boston. We would like to invite all CAMRT members registered for either the ASRT or the...

The CAMRT is pleased to announce the successful candidates in the 2016 CAMRT Board of Directors nomination and election process. Because only a single candidate was nominated from each province, the CAMRT will not be running an online election in 2016. All the uncontested...

CAMRT Board Election Results

The CAMRT is pleased to announce the successful candidates in the 2016 CAMRT Board of Directors nomination and election process. Because only a single candidate was nominated from each province, the CAMRT will not be running an online election in 2016. All the uncontested...

The 2017 CAMRT-OAMRS Annual General Conference (AGC) will be taking place at the Westin Hotel in Ottawa, Ontario from April 27 to 30, 2017. From the end of August until September 30, CAMRT and OAMRS invite technologists and other healthcare professionals to submit proposals...

Coming soon: Call for presentations for CAMRT-OAMRS AGC – April 2017 in Ottawa

The 2017 CAMRT-OAMRS Annual General Conference (AGC) will be taking place at the Westin Hotel in Ottawa, Ontario from April 27 to 30, 2017. From the end of August until September 30, CAMRT and OAMRS invite technologists and other healthcare professionals to submit proposals...

The minutes of the Annual General Meeting of June 10, 2016, are now available in the Members’ Only section of the CAMRT website under Annual General Business Meeting (https://ww2.camrt.ca/members/insidecamrt/annualgeneralmeeting/)

Minutes of 2016 Annual General Meeting

The minutes of the Annual General Meeting of June 10, 2016, are now available in the Members’ Only section of the CAMRT website under Annual General Business Meeting (https://ww2.camrt.ca/members/insidecamrt/annualgeneralmeeting/)

The Dalhousie Faculty of Health Professions is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Alice Aiken as Dean on August 1st, 2016. The Dalhousie Department of Health Professions is home to several programs related to medical radiation technology, including: Nuclear Medicine Technology (BHSc), Radiological...

Dalhousie appoints new Dean of Health Professions

The Dalhousie Faculty of Health Professions is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Alice Aiken as Dean on August 1st, 2016. The Dalhousie Department of Health Professions is home to several programs related to medical radiation technology, including: Nuclear Medicine Technology (BHSc), Radiological...

CAMRT President, Karren Fader and CAMRT CEO, François Couillard, will be attending the CARO Annual Scientific Meeting, which is being held this year September 14 – 17, 2016, in Banff, Alberta. We would like to invite all CAMRT members registered for this conference to...

A CAMRT Reception at the CARO Annual Scientific Meeting

CAMRT President, Karren Fader and CAMRT CEO, François Couillard, will be attending the CARO Annual Scientific Meeting, which is being held this year September 14 – 17, 2016, in Banff, Alberta. We would like to invite all CAMRT members registered for this conference to...

The CPSI (Canadian Patient Safety Institute) introduces the new “Shift to Safety” initiative designed to inform and provide you with the tools necessary to keep patients safe. This initiative was created for members of the public, practitioners and leaders to aid overwhelmed patients in...

CPSI’s Shift to Safety Initiative

The CPSI (Canadian Patient Safety Institute) introduces the new “Shift to Safety” initiative designed to inform and provide you with the tools necessary to keep patients safe. This initiative was created for members of the public, practitioners and leaders to aid overwhelmed patients in...

The way that Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (CBCF) provides grants annually to those pursuing research in breast cancer. This year, the way CBCF funds and administers research grants is changing. The former suite of CBCF grant programs has been replaced with one streamlined National...

Grants for Research in Breast Cancer

The way that Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (CBCF) provides grants annually to those pursuing research in breast cancer. This year, the way CBCF funds and administers research grants is changing. The former suite of CBCF grant programs has been replaced with one streamlined National...

We need your creativity to make the cover for our upcoming special issue even more special! The theme of this issue is The Patient Experience. What do you picture when this aspect of medical radiation technology meets art? We want to see your inspiration! The...

Take part in the JMIRS Cover Art Competition!

We need your creativity to make the cover for our upcoming special issue even more special! The theme of this issue is The Patient Experience. What do you picture when this aspect of medical radiation technology meets art? We want to see your inspiration! The...

We are currently seeking one member to represent the discipline of magnetic resonance imaging and one to represent radiological technology. Applicants should be familiar with the Association’s activities in research, publishing and education. The Research Grant Committee administers, in accordance with the policies and...

Call for Volunteers – CAMRT Research Grant Committee

We are currently seeking one member to represent the discipline of magnetic resonance imaging and one to represent radiological technology. Applicants should be familiar with the Association’s activities in research, publishing and education. The Research Grant Committee administers, in accordance with the policies and...

Look for information and updates on the CAMRT’s renewed approach to Conferences and Events for 2018 and beyond in our upcoming summer communications. Check out the summer edition of the CAMRT Newsletter HERE to hear about our plans to enhance accessibility, opportunity and participation in...

Coming Soon: Update on Conferences and Events Model

Look for information and updates on the CAMRT’s renewed approach to Conferences and Events for 2018 and beyond in our upcoming summer communications. Check out the summer edition of the CAMRT Newsletter HERE to hear about our plans to enhance accessibility, opportunity and participation in...

Since last year, the CAMRT has been working hard to expand its CPD offerings by adding low-cost educational offerings that can be accessed easily and conveniently by all members. Virtual Programming at CAMRT, which includes the live conference recordings of the Virtual Conference and...

Virtual Programming at CAMRT

Since last year, the CAMRT has been working hard to expand its CPD offerings by adding low-cost educational offerings that can be accessed easily and conveniently by all members. Virtual Programming at CAMRT, which includes the live conference recordings of the Virtual Conference and...

The Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic Imaging section (NMDI) of IAEA, together with the European Society of Nuclear Medicine (EANM) are releasing a selection of recorded seminars from the series on “Basic Nuclear Medicine” this summer. The first three webinars in the series are available...

Free Nuclear Medicine Webinars from the IAEA and EANM

The Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic Imaging section (NMDI) of IAEA, together with the European Society of Nuclear Medicine (EANM) are releasing a selection of recorded seminars from the series on “Basic Nuclear Medicine” this summer. The first three webinars in the series are available...

Stroke is a serious health issue that affects thousands of Canadians, and it is the second leading cause of death in the world. Thanks to advances in diagnosis and treatments, survival rates for stroke patients over the past decade have significantly improved. Since the...

Now Available: Stroke and CT Perfusion Quick self Study

Stroke is a serious health issue that affects thousands of Canadians, and it is the second leading cause of death in the world. Thanks to advances in diagnosis and treatments, survival rates for stroke patients over the past decade have significantly improved. Since the...

The relationship between a clinical student and the technologist who works with the student can be either rewarding or very challenging. Technologists are the experts in the practice of medical radiation technology, and in a facility where a student is assigned for a clinical...

Now Available: Providing Effective Feedback to MRT Students in the Clinical Environment

The relationship between a clinical student and the technologist who works with the student can be either rewarding or very challenging. Technologists are the experts in the practice of medical radiation technology, and in a facility where a student is assigned for a clinical...

MRTs who attended the 2016 Annual General Conference in Halifax Nova Scotia can view their Record of Attendance (ROA) in the secure area of the CAMRT website as of June 30, 2016. Candidates can obtain their ROA by logging in at https://ww2.camrt.ca/cpd with their...

Record of Attendance 74th CAMRT Annual General Conference

MRTs who attended the 2016 Annual General Conference in Halifax Nova Scotia can view their Record of Attendance (ROA) in the secure area of the CAMRT website as of June 30, 2016. Candidates can obtain their ROA by logging in at https://ww2.camrt.ca/cpd with their...

The report on the results of the Canadian Computed Tomography (CT) Survey, including the national Diagnostic Reference Levels for CT imaging examinations, is now published on the Government of Canada’s website. The National CT Survey provides a current snap-shot of CT equipment technology and...

New Canadian CT Survey Results Available

The report on the results of the Canadian Computed Tomography (CT) Survey, including the national Diagnostic Reference Levels for CT imaging examinations, is now published on the Government of Canada’s website. The National CT Survey provides a current snap-shot of CT equipment technology and...

The CAMRT is currently looking to establish a steering committee to help plan and implement activities for the upcoming 75th anniversary of the association. The role of the 75th Anniversary Steering Committee will be to: Identify activities for the celebration and related promotion of the CAMRT during its...

Join CAMRT’s 75th Anniversary Steering Committee

The CAMRT is currently looking to establish a steering committee to help plan and implement activities for the upcoming 75th anniversary of the association. The role of the 75th Anniversary Steering Committee will be to: Identify activities for the celebration and related promotion of the CAMRT during its...

Educational transcripts for all delegates who attended the 2016 Annual General Conference in Halifax, Nova Scotia will be available in the secure area of the CAMRT website (Members Only)  by June 30th.   

Record of Attendance for Educational Sessions at CAMRT conference

Educational transcripts for all delegates who attended the 2016 Annual General Conference in Halifax, Nova Scotia will be available in the secure area of the CAMRT website (Members Only)  by June 30th.   

Join the ASRT at their conference for radiation therapists and medical dosimetrists. Over 40 CE courses and exclusive workshops focused on treatment innovations, trends and workplace issues will be presented in Boston, MA, September 25 – 27, 2016. Register by June 23 to take...

ASRT 40th Radiation Therapy Conference

Join the ASRT at their conference for radiation therapists and medical dosimetrists. Over 40 CE courses and exclusive workshops focused on treatment innovations, trends and workplace issues will be presented in Boston, MA, September 25 – 27, 2016. Register by June 23 to take...

The CAMRT is pleased to confirm the appointment of Jonathan Bower as Director-at-Large to the CAMRT Board of Directors for the year between July 1, 2016 and June 30, 2017. Jonathan is a Nuclear Medicine technologist practicing in Halifax, Nova Scotia. He is a...

Jonathan Bower appointed as new CAMRT Director-at-Large

The CAMRT is pleased to confirm the appointment of Jonathan Bower as Director-at-Large to the CAMRT Board of Directors for the year between July 1, 2016 and June 30, 2017. Jonathan is a Nuclear Medicine technologist practicing in Halifax, Nova Scotia. He is a...

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists will again be present at the Society of Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging Annual Meeting, which is being held this year June 11 – 15 in San Diego, California. CAMRT President-Elect, Karren Fader, and Chief Executive Officer,...

You are invited – A CAMRT Reception at the SNMMI Annual Meeting

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists will again be present at the Society of Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging Annual Meeting, which is being held this year June 11 – 15 in San Diego, California. CAMRT President-Elect, Karren Fader, and Chief Executive Officer,...

Salary scales information was assembled for reference by practicing medical imaging and radiation technologists and therapists, and students preparing to enter this field of practice in Canada. The publication is a collection of provincial wage scales gathered from unions and outside bargaining units’ collective...

Salary Scale 2016 available online

Salary scales information was assembled for reference by practicing medical imaging and radiation technologists and therapists, and students preparing to enter this field of practice in Canada. The publication is a collection of provincial wage scales gathered from unions and outside bargaining units’ collective...

Support the CAMRT Foundation! We are very excited to once again announce that the Roentgen Ramble 3K walk / 5K run, is to be sponsored by AngioDynamics. The Ram­ble is set to take place on the beautiful Halifax waterfront at 7:00 am Saturday, June...

Roentgen Ramble at the 2016 CAMRT Conference

Support the CAMRT Foundation! We are very excited to once again announce that the Roentgen Ramble 3K walk / 5K run, is to be sponsored by AngioDynamics. The Ram­ble is set to take place on the beautiful Halifax waterfront at 7:00 am Saturday, June...

As a CPSI Voting Member, the CAMRT has been invited to nominate a member for election to the Board of Directors of the Canadian Patient Safety Institute (CPSI). The CPSI is seeking nominees who have effective Board contribution skills, as demonstrated by the ability...

Seeking volunteer to serve on Canadian Patient Safety Institute Board of Directors

As a CPSI Voting Member, the CAMRT has been invited to nominate a member for election to the Board of Directors of the Canadian Patient Safety Institute (CPSI). The CPSI is seeking nominees who have effective Board contribution skills, as demonstrated by the ability...

Certificate programs are intended to provide a mechanism for medical radiation technologists to demonstrate knowledge and competence in a specialized area of practice, to promote standards of excellence within the clinical area and to identify those who have met a nationally recognized standard. There...

Seeking Volunteer Committee Members for Certificate in Breast Imaging

Certificate programs are intended to provide a mechanism for medical radiation technologists to demonstrate knowledge and competence in a specialized area of practice, to promote standards of excellence within the clinical area and to identify those who have met a nationally recognized standard. There...

Registration for the 8th annual 2016 RAD-AID Conference on Radiology for Developing Countries is now open! On Saturday, November 5, 2016 the  meeting will be held at the WHO Headquarters in Washington DC at the Pan American Health Organization Building. Presentations and discussion panels will...

RAD-AID Conference on Radiology for Developing Countries – registration now open

Registration for the 8th annual 2016 RAD-AID Conference on Radiology for Developing Countries is now open! On Saturday, November 5, 2016 the  meeting will be held at the WHO Headquarters in Washington DC at the Pan American Health Organization Building. Presentations and discussion panels will...

Johnson Inc. 2016 Scholarship Program Opens April 1st, 2016 This year, Johnson is offering 50 scholarships worth $1000 each to students who have an auto or home policy through Johnson (or their parent/guardian or grandparent), or have a parent or grandparent who is a...

Scholarship opportunity for children of CAMRT members with Johnson Insurance

Johnson Inc. 2016 Scholarship Program Opens April 1st, 2016 This year, Johnson is offering 50 scholarships worth $1000 each to students who have an auto or home policy through Johnson (or their parent/guardian or grandparent), or have a parent or grandparent who is a...

Sonography Canada appoints a new Executive Director Sonography Canada announced on April 29, 2016 that Johan Rudnick had been selected as the Association’s new Executive Director. Mr. Rudnick assumed his new role on May 2, and will be attending the national conference in Ottawa...

Sonography Canada appoints a new Executive Director

Sonography Canada appoints a new Executive Director Sonography Canada announced on April 29, 2016 that Johan Rudnick had been selected as the Association’s new Executive Director. Mr. Rudnick assumed his new role on May 2, and will be attending the national conference in Ottawa...

Enhance the Value and Increase the Reach of your Educational Activities The Continuing Education Credit Approval Program (CECAP) is a process which ensures the provision of high quality educational activities to medical radiation technologists (MRTs) in Canada. The processes within this program have recently...

Attention CPD sponsors – visit our new CECAP page!

Enhance the Value and Increase the Reach of your Educational Activities The Continuing Education Credit Approval Program (CECAP) is a process which ensures the provision of high quality educational activities to medical radiation technologists (MRTs) in Canada. The processes within this program have recently...

Our brand new mobile app, complete with all the information you will need to navigate the conference, is now available at the Apple Store, Google Play, Windows Phone Store and Blackberry World – download it today! For more conference information: https://www.camrt.ca/agc/

Get ready for Halifax – upload the 2016 conference mobile app!

Our brand new mobile app, complete with all the information you will need to navigate the conference, is now available at the Apple Store, Google Play, Windows Phone Store and Blackberry World – download it today! For more conference information: https://www.camrt.ca/agc/

Check out the latest edition of your member newsletter, now available for viewing and download. Highlights from Volume 34.2: How and why to create a professional portfolio Tributes to our volunteers from National Volunteer Week Report on proton use in radiotherapy Updates on the...

Spring Issue of the CAMRT Newsletter Now Online!

Check out the latest edition of your member newsletter, now available for viewing and download. Highlights from Volume 34.2: How and why to create a professional portfolio Tributes to our volunteers from National Volunteer Week Report on proton use in radiotherapy Updates on the...

Join us in Halifax: June 9-12, 2016 Register today! Once online registration closes, onsite registration is open as of June 8th. Host committee chairs Melissa Sponagle and Nicole Deveau, representing the Nova Scotia Association of Medical Radiation Technologists, would like to welcome you to...

Thinking of attending this year’s conference? Act now – online registration closes May 15th

Join us in Halifax: June 9-12, 2016 Register today! Once online registration closes, onsite registration is open as of June 8th. Host committee chairs Melissa Sponagle and Nicole Deveau, representing the Nova Scotia Association of Medical Radiation Technologists, would like to welcome you to...

In keeping with the CAMRT’s commitment to providing our members with programs and services that respond to the needs of the membership, you will have already received your invitation to participate in the 2016 CAMRT member satisfaction survey. Your participation in this survey is...

We want to hear from you!

In keeping with the CAMRT’s commitment to providing our members with programs and services that respond to the needs of the membership, you will have already received your invitation to participate in the 2016 CAMRT member satisfaction survey. Your participation in this survey is...

The World Health Organization (WHO) has produced a new resource document entitled “Communicating Radiation Risks in Paediatric Imaging: information to support health care discussions about benefit and risk” to serve as a tool for healthcare providers to communicate about risks associated with pediatric imaging procedures. Related...

Resources for communicating radiation risks in pediatric imaging

The World Health Organization (WHO) has produced a new resource document entitled “Communicating Radiation Risks in Paediatric Imaging: information to support health care discussions about benefit and risk” to serve as a tool for healthcare providers to communicate about risks associated with pediatric imaging procedures. Related...

The latest “News and Views” from the ISRRT is now available for viewing and download. Highlights from this edition: Update on Global Projects in 2015 News and reports from MRTs around the world

April ISRRT “News and Views” Available

The latest “News and Views” from the ISRRT is now available for viewing and download. Highlights from this edition: Update on Global Projects in 2015 News and reports from MRTs around the world

The Certificate in Dosimetry program is intended to provide a mechanism for radiation therapists to demonstrate knowledge and competence in this specialized area of practice, to promote standards of excellence within the clinical area and to identify those who have met a nationally recognized...

Get involved! Call for volunteer member on Certificate in Dosimetry Committee

The Certificate in Dosimetry program is intended to provide a mechanism for radiation therapists to demonstrate knowledge and competence in this specialized area of practice, to promote standards of excellence within the clinical area and to identify those who have met a nationally recognized...

This course is made available through an educational partnership with Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals. 1.0 Credit Hours—Category A Credit This course explains the relationship between somatostatin receptors (SSTR) and neuroendocrine tumors and discusses the relationship between the SSTR and somatostatin receptor scintigraphy in the imaging of...

Free online course – Somatostatin Receptor Imaging for Neuroendocrine Tumors

This course is made available through an educational partnership with Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals. 1.0 Credit Hours—Category A Credit This course explains the relationship between somatostatin receptors (SSTR) and neuroendocrine tumors and discusses the relationship between the SSTR and somatostatin receptor scintigraphy in the imaging of...

The 2016 AGM Workbook is now available online. The workbook is located in the Members Only section of the CAMRT website under Annual General Business Meeting.  Copies of the AGM Workbook will be provided to all annual general meeting attendees. Click here: https://ww2.camrt.ca/members/insidecamrt/annualgeneralmeeting/annualgeneralmeetingworkbook/

Are you attending the AGM in Halifax? Workbook is available online

The 2016 AGM Workbook is now available online. The workbook is located in the Members Only section of the CAMRT website under Annual General Business Meeting.  Copies of the AGM Workbook will be provided to all annual general meeting attendees. Click here: https://ww2.camrt.ca/members/insidecamrt/annualgeneralmeeting/annualgeneralmeetingworkbook/

Save money by registering early (a $75 savings for members on a full conference registration) for the 2016 CAMRT Annual General Conference in beautiful Halifax! The 74th CAMRT Annual General Conference will be taking place from June 9 to 12, 2016 in Halifax, Nova Scotia....

AGC Early Bird Deadline Extended to April 15th!

Save money by registering early (a $75 savings for members on a full conference registration) for the 2016 CAMRT Annual General Conference in beautiful Halifax! The 74th CAMRT Annual General Conference will be taking place from June 9 to 12, 2016 in Halifax, Nova Scotia....

April 10 to 16 is National Volunteer Week, a week that celebrates the millions of volunteers across Canada. This year’s theme is “Volunteers are the roots of strong communities”. Just like roots are essential for trees to bloom, volunteers are essential for communities to...

Thanks to our volunteers!

April 10 to 16 is National Volunteer Week, a week that celebrates the millions of volunteers across Canada. This year’s theme is “Volunteers are the roots of strong communities”. Just like roots are essential for trees to bloom, volunteers are essential for communities to...

The 19th International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT 2016) to be held in Seoul, Korea from October 20 to 22, 2016. The deadline for abstracts is fast approaching, and the ISRRT has asked that we remind all our members intending on submitting...

19th ISRRT World Congress: Abstract Deadline and Registration

The 19th International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT 2016) to be held in Seoul, Korea from October 20 to 22, 2016. The deadline for abstracts is fast approaching, and the ISRRT has asked that we remind all our members intending on submitting...

CAMRT member Lauren Shandley, RTR, a medical radiation technologist from Vancouver is receiving Red Cross training session known as IMPACT, short for International Mobilization and Preparation for ACTion. Once Lauren is fully trained, it will be the first time the Canadian Red Cross field...

CAMRT Member Making an IMPACT

CAMRT member Lauren Shandley, RTR, a medical radiation technologist from Vancouver is receiving Red Cross training session known as IMPACT, short for International Mobilization and Preparation for ACTion. Once Lauren is fully trained, it will be the first time the Canadian Red Cross field...

In keeping with the CAMRT’s commitment to providing our members with programs and services that respond to the needs of the membership, we are undertaking a member satisfaction survey. Your participation in this survey is essential to help us gauge overall member satisfaction and...

Coming soon: We want to hear from you!

In keeping with the CAMRT’s commitment to providing our members with programs and services that respond to the needs of the membership, we are undertaking a member satisfaction survey. Your participation in this survey is essential to help us gauge overall member satisfaction and...

Come join us at the 2016 CAMRT Annual General Conference in Beautiful Halifax! The 74th CAMRT Annual General Conference will be taking place from June 9 to 12, 2016 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The Conference provides an excellent mix of inspiring plenary lectures, discipline-focused...

AGC Early Bird Registration Deadline is April 7!

Come join us at the 2016 CAMRT Annual General Conference in Beautiful Halifax! The 74th CAMRT Annual General Conference will be taking place from June 9 to 12, 2016 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The Conference provides an excellent mix of inspiring plenary lectures, discipline-focused...

Poor communication between Orthopedic Surgeons and Radiation Technologists leads to delays, frustration and increased exposure to ionizing radiation. There is currently no standard terminology employed by surgeons and technologists with regards to intraoperative use of the fluoroscope. This survey aims to garner agreement on...

Terminology used for the intraoperative direction of C-arm fluoroscopy

Poor communication between Orthopedic Surgeons and Radiation Technologists leads to delays, frustration and increased exposure to ionizing radiation. There is currently no standard terminology employed by surgeons and technologists with regards to intraoperative use of the fluoroscope. This survey aims to garner agreement on...

Timed to coincide with the ‘Leading the Way: International Radiographer Advanced Practice Conference’, a Radiographer Advanced Practice SHOOC® (RAP SHOOC) is supported by the College of Radiographers (UK), the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT), the Australian Institute of Radiography, and delivered in...

Free, open online course on advanced practice in Medical Radiation Technology

Timed to coincide with the ‘Leading the Way: International Radiographer Advanced Practice Conference’, a Radiographer Advanced Practice SHOOC® (RAP SHOOC) is supported by the College of Radiographers (UK), the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT), the Australian Institute of Radiography, and delivered in...

The Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR) announced on March 14, 2016 that Nicholas Neuheimer had been selected as the Association’s new Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Neuheimer will assume his new role on April 11, 2016, immediately prior to the Association’s 79th Annual Scientific Meeting....

The Canadian Association of Radiologists selects a new CEO

The Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR) announced on March 14, 2016 that Nicholas Neuheimer had been selected as the Association’s new Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Neuheimer will assume his new role on April 11, 2016, immediately prior to the Association’s 79th Annual Scientific Meeting....

CAMRT Board member Meena Amlani is receiving an International Award for leadership from the Chair Academy this week.  Meena is one of four 2016 Gary L Filan Excellence in Leadership Award Recipients. The Chair Academy offers worldwide leadership development for college and university leaders.  We...

Congratulations to Meena Amlani, Chair Academy Award Recipient for 2016

CAMRT Board member Meena Amlani is receiving an International Award for leadership from the Chair Academy this week.  Meena is one of four 2016 Gary L Filan Excellence in Leadership Award Recipients. The Chair Academy offers worldwide leadership development for college and university leaders.  We...

– NOTICE OF MEETING – 74th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists Friday, June 10, 2016 – 15:20 to 17:00 The 74th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists will be held at the World Trade...

Notice of 74th Annual General Meeting

– NOTICE OF MEETING – 74th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists Friday, June 10, 2016 – 15:20 to 17:00 The 74th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists will be held at the World Trade...

The 74th CAMRT Annual General Conference is taking place this June 9-12 at the World Trade and Convention Centre in beautiful Halifax, Nova Scotia. The hard-working committees have been very busy planning an excellent education program spanning all disciplines of medical radiation technology, as...

Registration Now Open for 2016 AGC

The 74th CAMRT Annual General Conference is taking place this June 9-12 at the World Trade and Convention Centre in beautiful Halifax, Nova Scotia. The hard-working committees have been very busy planning an excellent education program spanning all disciplines of medical radiation technology, as...

Two new CORE guidelines (all disciplines) have been added to the CAMRT Best Practice Guideline website: Addressing professional misconduct Claustrophobia As with all best practice guidelines on the website, these guidelines look at the importance of these issues from the MRT perspective, offer some...

Explore CAMRT’s Newest Best Practice Guidelines

Two new CORE guidelines (all disciplines) have been added to the CAMRT Best Practice Guideline website: Addressing professional misconduct Claustrophobia As with all best practice guidelines on the website, these guidelines look at the importance of these issues from the MRT perspective, offer some...

It’s not too late! Space is still available to attend the premiere conference in Radiation Therapy FINAL WEEK SALE Attend the full conference for only $375 OR join the pre-conference for only $80 Check out the exciting conference program and pre-conference workshop for more details! MDCB CE Credits!...

This year’s RTi3 Conference is only a few days away

It’s not too late! Space is still available to attend the premiere conference in Radiation Therapy FINAL WEEK SALE Attend the full conference for only $375 OR join the pre-conference for only $80 Check out the exciting conference program and pre-conference workshop for more details! MDCB CE Credits!...

The Winter edition of the CAMRT News is now online! This issue features: 2016 Annual General Conference Highlights; Compassionate Patient Communication; MRT Week Report Read it here.

Check out the Winter Edition of the CAMRT News

The Winter edition of the CAMRT News is now online! This issue features: 2016 Annual General Conference Highlights; Compassionate Patient Communication; MRT Week Report Read it here.

FREE ONLINE COURSE Somatostatin Receptor Imaging for Neuroendocrine Tumors This course is made available through an educational partnership with Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals. 1.0 Credit Hours—Category A Credit This course explains the relationship between somatostatin receptors (SSTR) and neuroendocrine tumors and discusses the relationship between the...

New and upcoming courses, including a free CPD offering

FREE ONLINE COURSE Somatostatin Receptor Imaging for Neuroendocrine Tumors This course is made available through an educational partnership with Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals. 1.0 Credit Hours—Category A Credit This course explains the relationship between somatostatin receptors (SSTR) and neuroendocrine tumors and discusses the relationship between the...

Certificate programs are intended to provide a mechanism for medical radiation technologists to demonstrate knowledge and competence in a specialized area of practice, to promote standards of excellence within the clinical area and to identify those who have met a nationally recognized standard. There...

Seeking Volunteer Committee Members for Certificate in CT Imaging

Certificate programs are intended to provide a mechanism for medical radiation technologists to demonstrate knowledge and competence in a specialized area of practice, to promote standards of excellence within the clinical area and to identify those who have met a nationally recognized standard. There...

We know from experience that MRTs are involved in a lot of innovative new practices in team-based care across the country. If you are working on something exciting and innovative in this area, we want to hear from you. Please submit a brief description...

Innovators in Team-Based Care: CAMRT wants to hear from you

We know from experience that MRTs are involved in a lot of innovative new practices in team-based care across the country. If you are working on something exciting and innovative in this area, we want to hear from you. Please submit a brief description...

Are you interested or working in advanced practice? Check out the “Leading the Way: International Radiographer Advanced Practice Conference” at Sheffield Hallam University, in Sheffield, UK, 9th – 11th September 2016. Join the global advanced practice community for a wide variety of talks, debates,...

Leading the Way: International Radiographer Advanced Practice Conference

Are you interested or working in advanced practice? Check out the “Leading the Way: International Radiographer Advanced Practice Conference” at Sheffield Hallam University, in Sheffield, UK, 9th – 11th September 2016. Join the global advanced practice community for a wide variety of talks, debates,...

RTi3 is Canada’s premier Radiation Therapy conference. The scope and calibre of the program is to continue to set the bar for radiation therapist-led research across the country. Their exciting Keynotes Speakers are: Inspire: Eva Christensen, Lakeridge Health Innovate: Gunita Mitera, Canadian Partnership for Quality Radiotherapy Inquire: Sophie Huang,...

It’s not too late to register for the RTi3 conference!

RTi3 is Canada’s premier Radiation Therapy conference. The scope and calibre of the program is to continue to set the bar for radiation therapist-led research across the country. Their exciting Keynotes Speakers are: Inspire: Eva Christensen, Lakeridge Health Innovate: Gunita Mitera, Canadian Partnership for Quality Radiotherapy Inquire: Sophie Huang,...

I paid my dues for 2016….Why does it still show that I am only paid for 2015?   When visiting the Members’ Only area of the CAMRT website, you may notice in your member profile that your membership status is not up to date. Perhaps...

A note on Membership Dues Renewal Status

I paid my dues for 2016….Why does it still show that I am only paid for 2015?   When visiting the Members’ Only area of the CAMRT website, you may notice in your member profile that your membership status is not up to date. Perhaps...

ISRRT World Congress The International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT) would like to invite you to the 19th ISRRT World Congress to be held in Seoul from October 20th to 22nd, 2016. Details about the congress can be found on the World...

News and Opportunities with ISRRT

ISRRT World Congress The International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT) would like to invite you to the 19th ISRRT World Congress to be held in Seoul from October 20th to 22nd, 2016. Details about the congress can be found on the World...

The Winter edition of the CAMRT News is now online! This issue features: 2016 Annual General Conference Highlights; Compassionate Patient Communication; MRT Week Report Read it here.

Volume 34.1 of the CAMRT News is Now Online!

The Winter edition of the CAMRT News is now online! This issue features: 2016 Annual General Conference Highlights; Compassionate Patient Communication; MRT Week Report Read it here.

The CAMRT is currently looking to fill two positions on the Professional Practice Advisory Council (PPAC).  Specifically we are looking for: One MRT from each of the following provinces: Nova Scotia Saskatchewan The purpose of the PPAC is to provide advice and support to...

Call for Volunteers: Professional Practice Advisory Council

The CAMRT is currently looking to fill two positions on the Professional Practice Advisory Council (PPAC).  Specifically we are looking for: One MRT from each of the following provinces: Nova Scotia Saskatchewan The purpose of the PPAC is to provide advice and support to...

The CAMRT is currently looking to fill two positions on the Leadership Development Committee (LDC).  Specifically we are looking for: One MRT in a leadership role within a radiation therapy department One MRT in a leadership role within a medical imaging department The purpose...

Call for Volunteers: Leadership Development Committee

The CAMRT is currently looking to fill two positions on the Leadership Development Committee (LDC).  Specifically we are looking for: One MRT in a leadership role within a radiation therapy department One MRT in a leadership role within a medical imaging department The purpose...

NOW AVAILABLE FOR REGISTRATION The intent of the certificate in PET/CT is to provide a mechanism for nuclear medicine technologists to demonstrate knowledge and competence in the field of PET/CT, to promote standards of excellence within this clinical area, and to identify those who...

PET/CT Certificate Program now available for registration

NOW AVAILABLE FOR REGISTRATION The intent of the certificate in PET/CT is to provide a mechanism for nuclear medicine technologists to demonstrate knowledge and competence in the field of PET/CT, to promote standards of excellence within this clinical area, and to identify those who...

COMING SOON Respiratory Gating: An Overview (Quick Self Study) This quick self-study (QSS) is intended to introduce the learner to respiratory gating and its applications within radiation therapy. This QSS will allow the learner to understand overall general basics of respiratory gating, different imaging...

CAMRT CPD Highlights

COMING SOON Respiratory Gating: An Overview (Quick Self Study) This quick self-study (QSS) is intended to introduce the learner to respiratory gating and its applications within radiation therapy. This QSS will allow the learner to understand overall general basics of respiratory gating, different imaging...

The CAMRT is looking for individuals who are interested in being judges for CAMRT’s yearly essay and exhibit competition. This is a volunteer position that does not require a large time commitment. Everything is electronic, including the marking. You will have a three to...

Volunteer with the CAMRT—Be an Essay or Exhibit Competition Judge!

The CAMRT is looking for individuals who are interested in being judges for CAMRT’s yearly essay and exhibit competition. This is a volunteer position that does not require a large time commitment. Everything is electronic, including the marking. You will have a three to...

PROVISION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER SUPPORT SERVICES The Board of Management of the ISRRT seeks expressions of interest for the provision of Chief Executive Officer support services commencing 1st October 2016. The ISRRT is a United Kingdom based registered Charity and a recognised Non-Governmental...

ISRRT Seeking Candidates for CEO Position

PROVISION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER SUPPORT SERVICES The Board of Management of the ISRRT seeks expressions of interest for the provision of Chief Executive Officer support services commencing 1st October 2016. The ISRRT is a United Kingdom based registered Charity and a recognised Non-Governmental...

The International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT) would like to invite you to the 19th ISRRT World Congress to be held in Seoul from October 20th to 22nd, 2016. Details about the congress can be found on the World Congress website http://www.isrrt2016.kr/...

ISRRT World Congress

The International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT) would like to invite you to the 19th ISRRT World Congress to be held in Seoul from October 20th to 22nd, 2016. Details about the congress can be found on the World Congress website http://www.isrrt2016.kr/...

CAMRT is looking for a technologist to represent the CAMRT on the ASC – RSNA The ASC is a group of 12 associations representing the various disciplines that function within a Radiology department. The CAMRT representative is responsible for recruiting speakers who are experts...

Apply to become CAMRT representative to the Associated Sciences Consortium (ASC) – RSNA

CAMRT is looking for a technologist to represent the CAMRT on the ASC – RSNA The ASC is a group of 12 associations representing the various disciplines that function within a Radiology department. The CAMRT representative is responsible for recruiting speakers who are experts...

RAD-AID and CAMRT are now accepting applications for this program! The CAMRT is very pleased to announce an exciting new partnership with RAD-AID, a non-profit organization, whose mission is to increase and improve radiology resources in developing and impoverished countries. This Fellowship will establish opportunities...

Learn about the RAD-AID CAMRT Fellowship for MRTs

RAD-AID and CAMRT are now accepting applications for this program! The CAMRT is very pleased to announce an exciting new partnership with RAD-AID, a non-profit organization, whose mission is to increase and improve radiology resources in developing and impoverished countries. This Fellowship will establish opportunities...

CAMRT is looking for members interested in establishing and participating in Communities of Practice (COPs) for Medical Radiation Technology (MRT).  COPs strive to bring together groups of people who have a common interest to share knowledge and learn from each other, and to advance...

CAMRT Communities of Practice – Call for Applications

CAMRT is looking for members interested in establishing and participating in Communities of Practice (COPs) for Medical Radiation Technology (MRT).  COPs strive to bring together groups of people who have a common interest to share knowledge and learn from each other, and to advance...

What do you want to see in your member newsletter? We have created a short, 5-question survey to find out how we can improve this publication. Your feedback is welcome! Help us make your association news even better, and complete this quick survey today:...

Provide Feedback on our newsletter: Take our Two-Minute Readership Survey

What do you want to see in your member newsletter? We have created a short, 5-question survey to find out how we can improve this publication. Your feedback is welcome! Help us make your association news even better, and complete this quick survey today:...

The Canadian Centre for Applied Research in Cancer Control (ARCC) is pleased to announce that its 5th Annual Conference will take place from May 8-9, 2016 at the Hilton Toronto, Toronto, ON. The objective of this conference is to bridge a connection between researchers...

Applied Research in Cancer Control Conference 2016

The Canadian Centre for Applied Research in Cancer Control (ARCC) is pleased to announce that its 5th Annual Conference will take place from May 8-9, 2016 at the Hilton Toronto, Toronto, ON. The objective of this conference is to bridge a connection between researchers...

You are invited to participate in a short survey about professional development. The primary purpose of this survey is to investigate the perception and utilisation of online media within the context of professional development among MRTs. The survey should take 5-10 minutes to complete....

Survey on MRT Professional Development in Canada and Australia

You are invited to participate in a short survey about professional development. The primary purpose of this survey is to investigate the perception and utilisation of online media within the context of professional development among MRTs. The survey should take 5-10 minutes to complete....

The Canadian Partnership for Quality Radiotherapy (CPQR) revised and updated its document Quality Assurance Guidelines for Canadian Radiation Treatment Programs this month! Visit the CPQR website to access the document in both English and French. Positioned as a “living document” that will continue to...

CPQR update to Quality Assurance Guidelines for Canadian Radiation Treatment Programs

The Canadian Partnership for Quality Radiotherapy (CPQR) revised and updated its document Quality Assurance Guidelines for Canadian Radiation Treatment Programs this month! Visit the CPQR website to access the document in both English and French. Positioned as a “living document” that will continue to...

Early Bird Deadline: January 31, 2016 RTi3 is a premier radiation therapy conference taking place in Canada, showcasing radiation therapist-led research across the country. This year RTi3 is being held from March 4-5, 2016 in Toronto, ON. There are many ways to participate in...

RTi3 Conference Early Bird Deadline

Early Bird Deadline: January 31, 2016 RTi3 is a premier radiation therapy conference taking place in Canada, showcasing radiation therapist-led research across the country. This year RTi3 is being held from March 4-5, 2016 in Toronto, ON. There are many ways to participate in...

RESPIRATORY GATING:  This quick self-study (QSS) is intended to introduce the learner to respiratory gating and its applications within radiation therapy. This QSS will allow the learner to understand overall general basics of respiratory gating, different imaging acquisition techniques that can be used for...

New QSS coming soon!

RESPIRATORY GATING:  This quick self-study (QSS) is intended to introduce the learner to respiratory gating and its applications within radiation therapy. This QSS will allow the learner to understand overall general basics of respiratory gating, different imaging acquisition techniques that can be used for...

The CAMRT is pleased to offer a range of online continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities to MRTs at a low cost. CAMRT virtual programming offerings, including the Virtual Conference and the Practice Insights webinar series provide a convenient and cost-effective way to supplement your...

Virtual Programming

The CAMRT is pleased to offer a range of online continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities to MRTs at a low cost. CAMRT virtual programming offerings, including the Virtual Conference and the Practice Insights webinar series provide a convenient and cost-effective way to supplement your...

The AGC preliminary program schedule details have been posted to the CAMRT website: camrt.ca/agc. Check regularly as new information about presentations, plenary lectures, pre-conference workshops, travel, hotel discounts, and reservation details are being added almost daily. Registration will open in early March.  

CAMRT Conference Program Now Available

The AGC preliminary program schedule details have been posted to the CAMRT website: camrt.ca/agc. Check regularly as new information about presentations, plenary lectures, pre-conference workshops, travel, hotel discounts, and reservation details are being added almost daily. Registration will open in early March.  

The late registration deadline is January 18th, 2016 at midnight EST. A late fee will apply. For more information about these or other CPD courses, please contact cpd@camrt.ca or browse our catalogue at https://ww2.camrt.ca/cpd/?page=catalogue&course_type=F

It’s not too late to register for Winter 2016 CPD

The late registration deadline is January 18th, 2016 at midnight EST. A late fee will apply. For more information about these or other CPD courses, please contact cpd@camrt.ca or browse our catalogue at https://ww2.camrt.ca/cpd/?page=catalogue&course_type=F

The Canadian Winter School is happy to announce our top 2 scoring abstracts submitted by Radiation Therapists. Congratulations to Salman Arif and Heather Giovannetti on your registration scholarships, we look forward to hearing about your projects! Salman Arif, et al. (Hamilton Health Sciences-Juravinski Cancer...

Canadian Winter School RTT Scholarship Winners

The Canadian Winter School is happy to announce our top 2 scoring abstracts submitted by Radiation Therapists. Congratulations to Salman Arif and Heather Giovannetti on your registration scholarships, we look forward to hearing about your projects! Salman Arif, et al. (Hamilton Health Sciences-Juravinski Cancer...

CAR 79th Annual Scientific Meeting Imaging in an Era of Comparative Effectiveness – How to Stay Relevant April 14 – 17, 2016 | Montreal, Quebec For more information, click here. Early bird rates are in effect until March 3. Articulated around the complementary notions of...

Upcoming events from the Canadian Association of Radiologists

CAR 79th Annual Scientific Meeting Imaging in an Era of Comparative Effectiveness – How to Stay Relevant April 14 – 17, 2016 | Montreal, Quebec For more information, click here. Early bird rates are in effect until March 3. Articulated around the complementary notions of...

Do medical radiation technologists have a role to play in improving the patient experience? We are calling for papers from all disciplines on the topic of patient-centered care: submissions are due May 1st. We welcome all formats (research, reviews, case studies, editorials, abstracts).  Examples...

SPECIAL ISSUE – The Patient Experience – papers due May 1st 2016

Do medical radiation technologists have a role to play in improving the patient experience? We are calling for papers from all disciplines on the topic of patient-centered care: submissions are due May 1st. We welcome all formats (research, reviews, case studies, editorials, abstracts).  Examples...

Happy Holidays from everyone at CAMRT. We hope your holidays will be filled with joy and laughter. Please note: The Office is closed for the holidays from noon Wednesday, December 24, 2015 and will reopen on Monday, January 4, 2016.  

Happy Holidays from CAMRT

Happy Holidays from everyone at CAMRT. We hope your holidays will be filled with joy and laughter. Please note: The Office is closed for the holidays from noon Wednesday, December 24, 2015 and will reopen on Monday, January 4, 2016.  

The CT Imaging II course will be offered in the original electronic format (PDF) for the Winter 2016 term. It is currently undergoing a thorough review to improve the quality of delivery on the new interactive platform. Information regarding the return of this course to the...

CT Imaging II update

The CT Imaging II course will be offered in the original electronic format (PDF) for the Winter 2016 term. It is currently undergoing a thorough review to improve the quality of delivery on the new interactive platform. Information regarding the return of this course to the...

Registration for the existing NM stream of the CTIC will be phased out on December 31, 2015 as it is being replaced by the new PE/CT Certificate for Nuclear Medicine Technologists. For more information, please contact specialtycertificates@camrt.ca. To learn more about the PET/ CT...

CTIC – Nuclear Medicine discontinued

Registration for the existing NM stream of the CTIC will be phased out on December 31, 2015 as it is being replaced by the new PE/CT Certificate for Nuclear Medicine Technologists. For more information, please contact specialtycertificates@camrt.ca. To learn more about the PET/ CT...

Please update your records with CAMRT’s new address CAMRT 1300-180 Elgin Street Ottawa ON  K2P 2K3   We apologize in advance for any service disruptions. Thank you for your understanding.

The CAMRT offices have moved!

Please update your records with CAMRT’s new address CAMRT 1300-180 Elgin Street Ottawa ON  K2P 2K3   We apologize in advance for any service disruptions. Thank you for your understanding.

A message from CAMRT President, Deborah Murley, RTR December 5 is International Volunteer Day 2015, a day for us to celebrate and give thanks to the generous members of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). The theme for International Volunteer Day (IVD)...

Happy International Volunteer Day!

A message from CAMRT President, Deborah Murley, RTR December 5 is International Volunteer Day 2015, a day for us to celebrate and give thanks to the generous members of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). The theme for International Volunteer Day (IVD)...

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) is pleased to announce the election of a new President/Chair of the CAMRT Board of Directors. Karren Fader, RTNM (Halifax, NS) was elected from amongst her peers by the CAMRT Board of Directors on November 20-21,...

Election of a New CAMRT President

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) is pleased to announce the election of a new President/Chair of the CAMRT Board of Directors. Karren Fader, RTNM (Halifax, NS) was elected from amongst her peers by the CAMRT Board of Directors on November 20-21,...

Medical imaging technologies and techniques continue to evolve rapidly and while providing unprecedented visibility into the body, their use mean exposure of patients to ionizing radiation. This is an area requiring attention in Canada. To address the need for a national strategy and action...

Canada Safe Imaging Initiative Underway

Medical imaging technologies and techniques continue to evolve rapidly and while providing unprecedented visibility into the body, their use mean exposure of patients to ionizing radiation. This is an area requiring attention in Canada. To address the need for a national strategy and action...

Theme: A Novel approach on optimisation and/or justification of Medical Exposures by radiographers for radiation protection and safety   The aim of the ISRRT Research Award is to promote research that helps improve the standards of delivery and practice of medical imaging and radiotherapy...

ISRRT Chesney Research Award – Call for Grant Application 2016

Theme: A Novel approach on optimisation and/or justification of Medical Exposures by radiographers for radiation protection and safety   The aim of the ISRRT Research Award is to promote research that helps improve the standards of delivery and practice of medical imaging and radiotherapy...

MRT Week has come and gone once again, and it was an incredible success! We managed to deliver over 500 packages of MRT Week supplies to sites across Canada (a significant increase from last year) to assist you in celebrating the profession. Through our social...

Have you seen what others were up to for MRT Week?

MRT Week has come and gone once again, and it was an incredible success! We managed to deliver over 500 packages of MRT Week supplies to sites across Canada (a significant increase from last year) to assist you in celebrating the profession. Through our social...

Project Management for the Health Care Professional (full length) Credit Hours—Category A Credit TBD Project management is the application of a body of knowledge including language, principles and practices that help teams plan and organize their efforts to complete projects successfully and efficiently. The...

CPD: Now Available for Winter 2016 Registration

Project Management for the Health Care Professional (full length) Credit Hours—Category A Credit TBD Project management is the application of a body of knowledge including language, principles and practices that help teams plan and organize their efforts to complete projects successfully and efficiently. The...

This is the last webinar of the year in the Practice Insights series: Thursday, Dec 3rd, 2015 @ 12:00 PM EST Patient Safety Culture, Mona Udowicz Duration: 45 minutes + 15 minutes for questions Credit: Approved for Category A credit by the CAMRT. Healthcare...

Register for Our Upcoming Webinar on Patient Safety

This is the last webinar of the year in the Practice Insights series: Thursday, Dec 3rd, 2015 @ 12:00 PM EST Patient Safety Culture, Mona Udowicz Duration: 45 minutes + 15 minutes for questions Credit: Approved for Category A credit by the CAMRT. Healthcare...

Call for Nominations for the CAMRT Honorary Awards The CAMRT Awards Program was established to highlight the expertise and professionalism of CAMRT members and students. The CAMRT is proud to recognize individuals who have contributed to their profession and association. We all know colleagues...

CAMRT Awards & Competitions

Call for Nominations for the CAMRT Honorary Awards The CAMRT Awards Program was established to highlight the expertise and professionalism of CAMRT members and students. The CAMRT is proud to recognize individuals who have contributed to their profession and association. We all know colleagues...

You are invited to participate in a short survey as a health care practitioner working in a medical radiations profession in Canada or Australia. This survey is being delivered by the Department of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences at Monash University in Australia, Central...

Survey on Professional Development from Monash University and Central Queensland University in Australia

You are invited to participate in a short survey as a health care practitioner working in a medical radiations profession in Canada or Australia. This survey is being delivered by the Department of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences at Monash University in Australia, Central...

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) is very pleased to announce an exciting new partnership with RAD-AID, a non-profit organization, whose mission is to increase and improve radiology resources in developing and impoverished countries. This partnership will establish opportunities for CAMRT member...

Partnership with RAD-AID

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) is very pleased to announce an exciting new partnership with RAD-AID, a non-profit organization, whose mission is to increase and improve radiology resources in developing and impoverished countries. This partnership will establish opportunities for CAMRT member...

On this momentous day (November 8th) in 1895, German physicist William Roentgen discovered the radiation we know today as x-ray. Not long after Roentgen’s discovery, x-rays were being used for medical purposes, paving the way for the developments throughout the 20th century that brought...

Happy World Radiography Day: 120 Years Since the Discovery of X-Ray

On this momentous day (November 8th) in 1895, German physicist William Roentgen discovered the radiation we know today as x-ray. Not long after Roentgen’s discovery, x-rays were being used for medical purposes, paving the way for the developments throughout the 20th century that brought...

Engaging people through the Image of Care campaign has shown that education and promotion of the profession works. With the high-level of visibility and patient contact during MRT Week, it is a perfect opportunity to discuss the profession with patients. Use the promotional tools...

Promote your Profession for MRT Week

Engaging people through the Image of Care campaign has shown that education and promotion of the profession works. With the high-level of visibility and patient contact during MRT Week, it is a perfect opportunity to discuss the profession with patients. Use the promotional tools...

The CAMRT conducted a survey to evaluate member satisfaction with our products and services, determine the value of these products and services and identify member needs that are not currently addressed through existing programs, products and services. This annual survey helps us to monitor...

The Results are in! 2015 Member Satisfaction Survey

The CAMRT conducted a survey to evaluate member satisfaction with our products and services, determine the value of these products and services and identify member needs that are not currently addressed through existing programs, products and services. This annual survey helps us to monitor...

The Fall edition of the CAMRT News is now online! This issue, which focuses on MRT Week, features: Tips and suggestions for MRT Week activities; A new Evolving Practice series; A look at our new Virtual Programming initiative Read it here.

Volume 33.4 of the CAMRT News is Now Online!

The Fall edition of the CAMRT News is now online! This issue, which focuses on MRT Week, features: Tips and suggestions for MRT Week activities; A new Evolving Practice series; A look at our new Virtual Programming initiative Read it here.

MRT Week is in less than a week! From November 8 to 14, 2015, all MRTs are once again invited to celebrate their profession with their community, colleagues, and each other to promote the essential contributions of the MRT profession. The story of the profession, when...

MRT Week Celebration Ideas

MRT Week is in less than a week! From November 8 to 14, 2015, all MRTs are once again invited to celebrate their profession with their community, colleagues, and each other to promote the essential contributions of the MRT profession. The story of the profession, when...

The CAMRT Awards Program was established to highlight the expertise and professionalism of CAMRT members and students. The CAMRT is proud to recognize individuals who have contributed to their profession and association. We all know colleagues who have been significantly dedicated and involved in...

Call for Nominations for the CAMRT Honorary Awards

The CAMRT Awards Program was established to highlight the expertise and professionalism of CAMRT members and students. The CAMRT is proud to recognize individuals who have contributed to their profession and association. We all know colleagues who have been significantly dedicated and involved in...

This year’s MRT Week in Canada showcases your role as the essential link between patient care and advanced technology. It’s a time to celebrate your profession. It’s also a time to come together as professionals to share and nurture professional knowledge and expertise. This...

Celebrate MRT Week with Practice Insights

This year’s MRT Week in Canada showcases your role as the essential link between patient care and advanced technology. It’s a time to celebrate your profession. It’s also a time to come together as professionals to share and nurture professional knowledge and expertise. This...

Content and courses are only available in French. C’est avec fierté que l’Ordre des technologues en imagerie médicale, en radio-oncologie et en électrophysiologie médicale du Québec vous offre un vaste éventail de formations adaptées aux besoins des technologues et ce, pour chacun des domaines...

New CPD from OTIMROEPMQ

Content and courses are only available in French. C’est avec fierté que l’Ordre des technologues en imagerie médicale, en radio-oncologie et en électrophysiologie médicale du Québec vous offre un vaste éventail de formations adaptées aux besoins des technologues et ce, pour chacun des domaines...

In January 2016, CAMRT will be launching the PET/CT Certificate Program. This program will be available to nuclear medicine technologists wishing to obtain a certificate that recognizes their knowledge, expertise and experience in PET/CT.  The PET/CT certificate program will consist of both didactic and...

NEW PET/CT Certificate for Nuclear Medicine Technologists

In January 2016, CAMRT will be launching the PET/CT Certificate Program. This program will be available to nuclear medicine technologists wishing to obtain a certificate that recognizes their knowledge, expertise and experience in PET/CT.  The PET/CT certificate program will consist of both didactic and...

NEW INTERACTIVE ONLINE DELIVERY FORMAT: Credit Hours—Category A Credit TBD Project management is the application of a body of knowledge including language, principles and practices that help teams plan and organize their efforts to complete projects successfully and efficiently. The goal of this course is...

Available CPD Winter 2016: Project Management for the Health Care Professional (full length)

NEW INTERACTIVE ONLINE DELIVERY FORMAT: Credit Hours—Category A Credit TBD Project management is the application of a body of knowledge including language, principles and practices that help teams plan and organize their efforts to complete projects successfully and efficiently. The goal of this course is...

There is currently one (1) vacancy on the Dosimetry Certificate Committee. Interested Candidates must: Have a valid CMD designation and/or a CDS designation in progress Have completed CAMRT’s Dosimetry 1, 2 and 3 courses Be currently working in Dosimetry and have a minimum of...

Seeking Replacement Committee Member: Dosimetry Certificate (CDS)

There is currently one (1) vacancy on the Dosimetry Certificate Committee. Interested Candidates must: Have a valid CMD designation and/or a CDS designation in progress Have completed CAMRT’s Dosimetry 1, 2 and 3 courses Be currently working in Dosimetry and have a minimum of...

The NOD (Name, Occupation, and what you are going to Do) is a very simple and effective way to promote the MRT profession. The NOD video, which demonstrates one of the many ways it can be done, is also a useful tool to educate patients, friends,...

Introducing the NOD Video

The NOD (Name, Occupation, and what you are going to Do) is a very simple and effective way to promote the MRT profession. The NOD video, which demonstrates one of the many ways it can be done, is also a useful tool to educate patients, friends,...

This quick self-study aims to provide participants with an opportunity to reflect on their patient education skills, as well as approaches employed during clinical interactions.  Participants will also examine various educational strategies and tools that may enhance their patient teaching skills and assist in...

CPD QSS Reviewing Patient Education Skills in the Clinical Setting Now Available!

This quick self-study aims to provide participants with an opportunity to reflect on their patient education skills, as well as approaches employed during clinical interactions.  Participants will also examine various educational strategies and tools that may enhance their patient teaching skills and assist in...

Have you been working on an interesting quality or safety project in your organization? Do you think it is an example that others might learn from? Consider writing it up and submitting it as an abstract for the therapist scholarship competition. Deadline: 23 November,...

7th Canadian Winter School on Quality & Safety in Radiation Oncology

Have you been working on an interesting quality or safety project in your organization? Do you think it is an example that others might learn from? Consider writing it up and submitting it as an abstract for the therapist scholarship competition. Deadline: 23 November,...

The CAMRT wants to help your workplace celebrate MRT Week 2015 by offering free credit approval reviews for activities taking place November 8-14, 2015.  Only activities submitted by a sponsor will be accepted for credit.  Sponsors must plan a live lecture activity – relevant...

Free Review for Credit of CPD Activities to Celebrate MRT Week in Canada!

The CAMRT wants to help your workplace celebrate MRT Week 2015 by offering free credit approval reviews for activities taking place November 8-14, 2015.  Only activities submitted by a sponsor will be accepted for credit.  Sponsors must plan a live lecture activity – relevant...

The CAMRT is pleased to offer a range of online, continuing professional development opportunities to our members at a low cost to supplement your portfolio and promote lifelong learning. Below we highlight our Virtual Programming course offerings, including the Practice Insights webinar series and...

Introducing CAMRT’s Virtual Programming

The CAMRT is pleased to offer a range of online, continuing professional development opportunities to our members at a low cost to supplement your portfolio and promote lifelong learning. Below we highlight our Virtual Programming course offerings, including the Practice Insights webinar series and...

September 25-27, 2016, Boston, Massachusetts The CAMRT is again working with the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) to provide a speaker for ASRT’s annual radiation therapy conference. The 2016 conference will take place in Boston in conjunction with the Annual Meeting of the...

7th Annual Speaker Competition—ASRT Radiation Therapy Conference

September 25-27, 2016, Boston, Massachusetts The CAMRT is again working with the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) to provide a speaker for ASRT’s annual radiation therapy conference. The 2016 conference will take place in Boston in conjunction with the Annual Meeting of the...

CAMRT members are invited to submit resolutions or motions to be debated at the 2016 Annual General Meeting, which will be held on Friday, June 10, 2016, in Halifax Nova Scotia. All resolutions or motions must be sponsored by ten CAMRT voting members. The...

Resolutions or Motions for 2016 Annual General Meeting

CAMRT members are invited to submit resolutions or motions to be debated at the 2016 Annual General Meeting, which will be held on Friday, June 10, 2016, in Halifax Nova Scotia. All resolutions or motions must be sponsored by ten CAMRT voting members. The...

The 2016 AGC education committee is well on their way to developing an exciting educational program for the conference, which will be held June 9 – 12 in beautiful Halifax, Nova Scotia. To supplement our program, we are looking for dynamic presenters to provide...

Do you want to share your experience and expertise at the 2016 Annual General Conference?

The 2016 AGC education committee is well on their way to developing an exciting educational program for the conference, which will be held June 9 – 12 in beautiful Halifax, Nova Scotia. To supplement our program, we are looking for dynamic presenters to provide...

The CAMRT invites submissions for the 2016 CAMRT Awards Program – Essay and Exhibit Competition. The competition is open to CAMRT members in good standing and students enrolled in accredited medical radiation technology education programs. The deadline for submission to both the essay and...

CAMRT Awards Program ‒ Essay and Exhibit Competition

The CAMRT invites submissions for the 2016 CAMRT Awards Program – Essay and Exhibit Competition. The competition is open to CAMRT members in good standing and students enrolled in accredited medical radiation technology education programs. The deadline for submission to both the essay and...

We need your creativity to make the cover for our upcoming special issue even more special! The theme of this issue is Back to Basics (foundational knowledge, skills and judgement). What do you picture when medical radiation sciences meets art? We want to see...

Submit your cover art for JMIRS before October 1

We need your creativity to make the cover for our upcoming special issue even more special! The theme of this issue is Back to Basics (foundational knowledge, skills and judgement). What do you picture when medical radiation sciences meets art? We want to see...

MRT Week is an annual celebration of the essential role that medical radiation technologists (MRTs) play in the healthcare system.  From November 8 to 14, 2015, MRTs are once again invited to celebrate their profession with their community, colleagues, and each other to promote...

The Deadline for MRT Week Orders is September 30th!

MRT Week is an annual celebration of the essential role that medical radiation technologists (MRTs) play in the healthcare system.  From November 8 to 14, 2015, MRTs are once again invited to celebrate their profession with their community, colleagues, and each other to promote...

You’ve heard about our strategic plan, now peruse it in full. The CAMRT has created a document to share the plan, including the plan-development process, the environmental context that influenced directions, and the Strategic Directions and goals in full.

Have You Seen Our New Strategic Plan?

You’ve heard about our strategic plan, now peruse it in full. The CAMRT has created a document to share the plan, including the plan-development process, the environmental context that influenced directions, and the Strategic Directions and goals in full.

Voting in the CAMRT Board Elections is a way for every member to get involved, influence leadership and guide decisions. Voting will remain open until October 18, 2015. All voting members of CAMRT have received an email with their personal access code for the...

Voting Open Until October 18th

Voting in the CAMRT Board Elections is a way for every member to get involved, influence leadership and guide decisions. Voting will remain open until October 18, 2015. All voting members of CAMRT have received an email with their personal access code for the...

CanSCMR Annual General Meeting Join us for morning coffee at our Annual General Meeting. An opportunity to hear about CanSCMR recent accomplishments and connect with your fellow CMR imagers! Monday, October 26, 2015 at 7:00-8:30am Room: MTCC 802 B   CanSCMR Endorsed Workshop:   When and...

Join the Canadian Society of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (CanSCMR) in Toronto at the Canadian Cardiovascular Congress 2015

CanSCMR Annual General Meeting Join us for morning coffee at our Annual General Meeting. An opportunity to hear about CanSCMR recent accomplishments and connect with your fellow CMR imagers! Monday, October 26, 2015 at 7:00-8:30am Room: MTCC 802 B   CanSCMR Endorsed Workshop:   When and...

The deadline for all CPD Rewrite and Challenge exams for the Fall 2105 term is 11:59 pm EST on Tuesday, October 1. Register now: https://ww2.camrt.ca/authentication/index.php?page=login&nextpage=/cpd.   Most CPD exams are delivered online only.  Please refer to our website for the pre-determined open exam window...

Deadline for Fall 2015 Rewrite and Challenge Exams: October 1st

The deadline for all CPD Rewrite and Challenge exams for the Fall 2105 term is 11:59 pm EST on Tuesday, October 1. Register now: https://ww2.camrt.ca/authentication/index.php?page=login&nextpage=/cpd.   Most CPD exams are delivered online only.  Please refer to our website for the pre-determined open exam window...

Effective January 2016, the eligibility requirements for enrolment into the Certificate in Interventional Radiology (CIR) program will change. Candidates wishing to register into the CIR program will now require the successful completion of both Interventional Radiology 1 and 2 courses with a minimum mark...

CHANGES to the Certificate in Interventional Radiology program

Effective January 2016, the eligibility requirements for enrolment into the Certificate in Interventional Radiology (CIR) program will change. Candidates wishing to register into the CIR program will now require the successful completion of both Interventional Radiology 1 and 2 courses with a minimum mark...

The Practice Insights webinar series is now in full swing. Here are our upcoming webinars: Thursday, Oct 8th, 2015 @ 12:00 PM EDT Knowledge Based Planning in Radiation Therapy, Keith Sutherland Knowledge Based Planning involves the use of existing patient radiotherapy plan data and...

Register for our upcoming Practice Insights webinars!

The Practice Insights webinar series is now in full swing. Here are our upcoming webinars: Thursday, Oct 8th, 2015 @ 12:00 PM EDT Knowledge Based Planning in Radiation Therapy, Keith Sutherland Knowledge Based Planning involves the use of existing patient radiotherapy plan data and...

President, Deborah Murley and Chief Executive Officer, François Couillard will be attending the ASRT Radiation Therapy Conference, which is being held this year, October 18 – 20, in San Antonio, Texas.  We would like to invite all CAMRT members registered for either the ASRT...

A CAMRT Reception at the ASRT Radiation Therapy Conference During the ASTRO Annual Meeting

President, Deborah Murley and Chief Executive Officer, François Couillard will be attending the ASRT Radiation Therapy Conference, which is being held this year, October 18 – 20, in San Antonio, Texas.  We would like to invite all CAMRT members registered for either the ASRT...

Voting in the CAMRT Board Elections is a way for every member to get involved, influence leadership and guide decisions. Voting opens on September 15, 2015 and will remain open until October 18, 2015. Next week, all voting members of CAMRT members, as of...

Board Member Election Opens September 15

Voting in the CAMRT Board Elections is a way for every member to get involved, influence leadership and guide decisions. Voting opens on September 15, 2015 and will remain open until October 18, 2015. Next week, all voting members of CAMRT members, as of...

The OECD Nuclear Energy Agency released an update on the supply of medical radioisotopes.   For additional information, visit our isotope supply resource centre.

An OECD update on the supply of medical radioisotopes

The OECD Nuclear Energy Agency released an update on the supply of medical radioisotopes.   For additional information, visit our isotope supply resource centre.

MRT Week is an annual celebration of the essential role that medical radiation technologists (MRTs) play in the healthcare system.  From November 8 to 14, 2015, MRTs are once again invited to celebrate their profession with their community, colleagues, and each other to promote...

MRT Week is back! Celebrate with us

MRT Week is an annual celebration of the essential role that medical radiation technologists (MRTs) play in the healthcare system.  From November 8 to 14, 2015, MRTs are once again invited to celebrate their profession with their community, colleagues, and each other to promote...

The minutes of the Annual General Meeting of May 29, 2015, are now available in the Members’ Only section of the CAMRT website under Annual General Business Meeting (https://ww2.camrt.ca/members/insidecamrt/annualgeneralmeeting/)

Minutes of Annual General Meeting

The minutes of the Annual General Meeting of May 29, 2015, are now available in the Members’ Only section of the CAMRT website under Annual General Business Meeting (https://ww2.camrt.ca/members/insidecamrt/annualgeneralmeeting/)

The summer edition of the CAMRT News is now online. This issue, which focuses on the 2015 Joint Congress, features: CAMRT’s new strategic plan; A spotlight on CAMRT’s newest Fellowship recipient, Carol-Anne Davis; A look at the new Practice Insights webinar series. Read it here.  ...

Volume 33.3 of the CAMRT News is now online!

The summer edition of the CAMRT News is now online. This issue, which focuses on the 2015 Joint Congress, features: CAMRT’s new strategic plan; A spotlight on CAMRT’s newest Fellowship recipient, Carol-Anne Davis; A look at the new Practice Insights webinar series. Read it here.  ...

The Practice Insights series is now in full swing. The topic for the next in a series of webinars is Multi-Modality Imaging of the Small Bowel, happening Thursday, September 3rd at 12 PM EDT. Dr. Lawrence Stein will discuss the strengths and weaknesses of imaging techniques...

One week left to register for the next Practice Insights webinar!

The Practice Insights series is now in full swing. The topic for the next in a series of webinars is Multi-Modality Imaging of the Small Bowel, happening Thursday, September 3rd at 12 PM EDT. Dr. Lawrence Stein will discuss the strengths and weaknesses of imaging techniques...

Nominations have been received for candidates to the CAMRT Board elections to take place in September 2015. The successful candidates will serve a three-year term, effective July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2019. The CAMRT invites all voting members to participate in the election...

Board Member Election Candidate Information on CAMRT Website

Nominations have been received for candidates to the CAMRT Board elections to take place in September 2015. The successful candidates will serve a three-year term, effective July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2019. The CAMRT invites all voting members to participate in the election...

Effective January 2016, the eligibility requirements for enrolment into the CIR program will change. Candidates wishing to register into the CIR program will now require the successful completion of both Interventional Radiology 1 and 2 courses with a minimum mark of 75% on each...

CHANGES to the Certificate in Interventional Radiology program

Effective January 2016, the eligibility requirements for enrolment into the CIR program will change. Candidates wishing to register into the CIR program will now require the successful completion of both Interventional Radiology 1 and 2 courses with a minimum mark of 75% on each...

By now you should have received an email inviting you to complete the CAMRT Census.  Why should you complete the Census? Because it is all about you. An investment of less than 10 minutes of your time, will allow us to customize the member benefits...

Get more of what you want…less of what you don’t

By now you should have received an email inviting you to complete the CAMRT Census.  Why should you complete the Census? Because it is all about you. An investment of less than 10 minutes of your time, will allow us to customize the member benefits...

The next #MedRadJclub on Twitter is scheduled for August 27 at 4pm EST. In August (our sixth chat!) we’re examining two common experiences for oncology clinicians, occupational stress and burnout. What are the stressors and what are some effective coping skills used by medical...

Join the online Journal Club!

The next #MedRadJclub on Twitter is scheduled for August 27 at 4pm EST. In August (our sixth chat!) we’re examining two common experiences for oncology clinicians, occupational stress and burnout. What are the stressors and what are some effective coping skills used by medical...

Researchers, physicians, allied health professionals, collaborative research teams, graduate students and post-graduate fellows from across Ontario are invited to apply for funding through the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (CBCF) peer-reviewed grant competitions. Please click below for additional information on each program, including the mandatory...

Grants for Breast Cancer Research and Training in Ontario

Researchers, physicians, allied health professionals, collaborative research teams, graduate students and post-graduate fellows from across Ontario are invited to apply for funding through the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (CBCF) peer-reviewed grant competitions. Please click below for additional information on each program, including the mandatory...

Medical Imaging Ed, brought to you by the OAMRS, is pleased to announce its fall program line-up.  All our programs are delivered in an intimate atmosphere and by world class faculty.  Breakfast, lunch and breaks and networking opportunities will also be provided during the...

CPD events in Ontario and Nova Scotia: OAMRS CPD this Fall

Medical Imaging Ed, brought to you by the OAMRS, is pleased to announce its fall program line-up.  All our programs are delivered in an intimate atmosphere and by world class faculty.  Breakfast, lunch and breaks and networking opportunities will also be provided during the...

The CAMRT is embarking on a new initiative to collect information about our members. This isn’t a survey or an evaluation, and it isn’t asking you to provide opinions about the products and services we offer. The CAMRT Census is designed to collect information...

The CAMRT Census

The CAMRT is embarking on a new initiative to collect information about our members. This isn’t a survey or an evaluation, and it isn’t asking you to provide opinions about the products and services we offer. The CAMRT Census is designed to collect information...

Take advantage of a unique professional development opportunity by attending CAMRT@CARO, an education day developed for radiation therapists by radiation therapists. It is being held on September 9th, in conjunction with the CARO Annual Scientific Meeting, at the Delta Okanagan Resort and Conference Centre in beautiful...

Radiation Therapists, come get your CPD credits at CAMRT@CARO!

Take advantage of a unique professional development opportunity by attending CAMRT@CARO, an education day developed for radiation therapists by radiation therapists. It is being held on September 9th, in conjunction with the CARO Annual Scientific Meeting, at the Delta Okanagan Resort and Conference Centre in beautiful...

In accordance with the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act and the CAMRT Bylaws, members are invited to submit nominations for election to the CAMRT board. This year we are looking for candidates from the following provinces: Ontario, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador. The...

Last Week to Nominate CAMRT Board Members

In accordance with the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act and the CAMRT Bylaws, members are invited to submit nominations for election to the CAMRT board. This year we are looking for candidates from the following provinces: Ontario, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador. The...

It’s not too late to register! The registration deadline for full length courses for Fall 2015 term has been extended until August 10, 2015. Late fees will not apply New this Fall: CT Imaging for Radiation Therapy, Sectional Anatomy 1 and Imaging Breast Pathology...

FALL 2015 LATE FEE WAIVED

It’s not too late to register! The registration deadline for full length courses for Fall 2015 term has been extended until August 10, 2015. Late fees will not apply New this Fall: CT Imaging for Radiation Therapy, Sectional Anatomy 1 and Imaging Breast Pathology...

There is still time to register for the CAMRT@CARO education day being held on September 9th in Kelowna, BC in conjunction with the CARO Annual Scientific Meeting. Clinical and academic experts will share their experience and knowledge on current practices and perspectives in radiation...

Register now for the CAMRT@CARO education day!

There is still time to register for the CAMRT@CARO education day being held on September 9th in Kelowna, BC in conjunction with the CARO Annual Scientific Meeting. Clinical and academic experts will share their experience and knowledge on current practices and perspectives in radiation...

Radiation Therapist Scholarship Application The annual Canadian Winter School on Quality and Safety in Radiation Oncology is a four-day multidisciplinary continuing education course open to all radiation medicine professionals. Each year, the school brings together about 100 radiation therapists, radiation oncologists, medical physicists, government...

7th Canadian Winter School on Quality & Safety in Radiation Oncology

Radiation Therapist Scholarship Application The annual Canadian Winter School on Quality and Safety in Radiation Oncology is a four-day multidisciplinary continuing education course open to all radiation medicine professionals. Each year, the school brings together about 100 radiation therapists, radiation oncologists, medical physicists, government...

On September 9th, 2015 CAMRT is holding its first education day in conjunction with the CARO Annual Scientific Meeting in Kelowna, BC. Clinical and academic experts will share their experience and knowledge on current practices and perspectives in radiation therapy. At the end of...

2015 CAMRT@CARO Education day. Register now!

On September 9th, 2015 CAMRT is holding its first education day in conjunction with the CARO Annual Scientific Meeting in Kelowna, BC. Clinical and academic experts will share their experience and knowledge on current practices and perspectives in radiation therapy. At the end of...

MRTs who attended the 2015 Congress in Montréal Québec may now view their Record of Attendance in the Secure Area of the CAMRT website by logging in at https://ww2.camrt.ca/cpd with their CAMRT number and password. Click on “View record of attendance”. If you don’t...

Record of Attendance for the Joint Congress on Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences

MRTs who attended the 2015 Congress in Montréal Québec may now view their Record of Attendance in the Secure Area of the CAMRT website by logging in at https://ww2.camrt.ca/cpd with their CAMRT number and password. Click on “View record of attendance”. If you don’t...

The CAMRT’s Continuing Professional Development department offers electronic and online courses and programs providing quality opportunities for technologists and therapists through convenient, self-directed learning that is supported by course instructors. Register now!

The Registration Deadline for the CPD Fall Semester is July 27th, 2015

The CAMRT’s Continuing Professional Development department offers electronic and online courses and programs providing quality opportunities for technologists and therapists through convenient, self-directed learning that is supported by course instructors. Register now!

If you were unable to attend this years’ conference in Montreal, you can still access the CEO’s annual report to the membership (presented at the AGM) by visiting the CAMRT website.

CEO Annual Report

If you were unable to attend this years’ conference in Montreal, you can still access the CEO’s annual report to the membership (presented at the AGM) by visiting the CAMRT website.

The CAMRT is embarking on a new initiative to collect information about our members. This isn’t a survey or an evaluation, and it isn’t asking you to provide opinions about the products and services we offer. The CAMRT Census is designed to collect information...

The CAMRT Census

The CAMRT is embarking on a new initiative to collect information about our members. This isn’t a survey or an evaluation, and it isn’t asking you to provide opinions about the products and services we offer. The CAMRT Census is designed to collect information...

In accordance with the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act and the CAMRT Bylaws, members are invited to submit nominations for election to the CAMRT board. This year we are looking for candidates from the following provinces: Ontario, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador. The...

Invitation to Nominate CAMRT Board Members

In accordance with the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act and the CAMRT Bylaws, members are invited to submit nominations for election to the CAMRT board. This year we are looking for candidates from the following provinces: Ontario, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador. The...

The topic for the next in a series of webinars is Long-Term Medical Isotopes Supply: Crisis or Not? On July 16th at 4:00 PM EST, CAMRT CEO François Couillard will share insights on supply and demand forecasts, the status of alternative sources of supply...

Save the Date – CAMRT Webinar Series starts July 16

The topic for the next in a series of webinars is Long-Term Medical Isotopes Supply: Crisis or Not? On July 16th at 4:00 PM EST, CAMRT CEO François Couillard will share insights on supply and demand forecasts, the status of alternative sources of supply...

CAMRT is participating in this debate, the closing session today (June 16th) at the National Health Leaders Conference in Charlottetown, PEI. Director of Professional Practice, Mark Given, will present a resolution that governments in Canada collaborate to define and implement innovative approaches to optimizing...

The Great Canadian Healthcare Debate

CAMRT is participating in this debate, the closing session today (June 16th) at the National Health Leaders Conference in Charlottetown, PEI. Director of Professional Practice, Mark Given, will present a resolution that governments in Canada collaborate to define and implement innovative approaches to optimizing...

We want to thank everyone who completed our 2015 member satisfaction survey and provided us with valuable input. Your feedback is instrumental in helping the CAMRT meet your member needs and improve your overall member experience. As a next step, we will carefully analyze...

Thank you for participating in our 2015 CAMRT member satisfaction survey

We want to thank everyone who completed our 2015 member satisfaction survey and provided us with valuable input. Your feedback is instrumental in helping the CAMRT meet your member needs and improve your overall member experience. As a next step, we will carefully analyze...

The next #MedRadJclub is tentatively scheduled for June 25 at 4pm EST. The subject is patient experience, and we will be looking at two JMIRS articles: The Effectiveness of Nonpharmacologic Interventions to Reduce Anxiety and Increase Patient Satisfaction and Comfort during Nuclear Medicine Imaging...

Journal Club on Twitter!

The next #MedRadJclub is tentatively scheduled for June 25 at 4pm EST. The subject is patient experience, and we will be looking at two JMIRS articles: The Effectiveness of Nonpharmacologic Interventions to Reduce Anxiety and Increase Patient Satisfaction and Comfort during Nuclear Medicine Imaging...

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists is recruiting a manager for its professional practice department. The incumbent will be responsible for the maintenance and future development of the profession’s Best Practice Guidelines; he or she will conduct research in support of the practice...

We’re hiring!

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists is recruiting a manager for its professional practice department. The incumbent will be responsible for the maintenance and future development of the profession’s Best Practice Guidelines; he or she will conduct research in support of the practice...

One of two CAMRT Foundation fundraising events for the 2015 Joint Congress was held last night at Sir Winston Churchill Pub Karina Lounge on Crescent Street.   Below are the winners of yesterday’s Annual Foundation Raffle prizes. Dyson handheld vacuum animal 055846 Men’s Bulova watch 055801 Surprise...

Winners of the CAMRT Foundation Raffle

One of two CAMRT Foundation fundraising events for the 2015 Joint Congress was held last night at Sir Winston Churchill Pub Karina Lounge on Crescent Street.   Below are the winners of yesterday’s Annual Foundation Raffle prizes. Dyson handheld vacuum animal 055846 Men’s Bulova watch 055801 Surprise...

Osteoporosis: Essentials of Densitometry, Diagnosis, and Management The request for Bone Mineral Density (BMD) education for physicians and technologists in Canada has been overwhelming. As a result, the Ontario Association of Medical Radiation Sciences (OAMRS) is pleased to offer the Osteoporosis: Essentials for Densitometry,...

New Courses from OAMRS

Osteoporosis: Essentials of Densitometry, Diagnosis, and Management The request for Bone Mineral Density (BMD) education for physicians and technologists in Canada has been overwhelming. As a result, the Ontario Association of Medical Radiation Sciences (OAMRS) is pleased to offer the Osteoporosis: Essentials for Densitometry,...

Cancer Care Ontario (CCO) has released a Person-Centred Care (PCC) Guideline, developed in partnership with the Program in Evidence-Based Care (PEBC), outlining a level of care delivery that any person (i.e., patient, family member, caregiver) accessing adult oncology services in Ontario should expect to...

A Person-Centred Care Guideline: The Future of Healthcare in Ontario

Cancer Care Ontario (CCO) has released a Person-Centred Care (PCC) Guideline, developed in partnership with the Program in Evidence-Based Care (PEBC), outlining a level of care delivery that any person (i.e., patient, family member, caregiver) accessing adult oncology services in Ontario should expect to...

Multimedia tells the story of your benefits and your brand. Watch: Professional Liability Insurance: CAMRT Membership Has You Covered Image of Care Playlist – Award winning videos that illustrate your professional brand qualities.

Grab your popcorn and visit us on YouTube

Multimedia tells the story of your benefits and your brand. Watch: Professional Liability Insurance: CAMRT Membership Has You Covered Image of Care Playlist – Award winning videos that illustrate your professional brand qualities.

In recognition of dose-conscious radiographers and to support radiation dose management awareness, the ISRRT is giving one radiographer the opportunity to become the ISRRT DoseWise Radiographer of the Year, encouraging radiographers from around the world to share best practices. The selected Radiographer of the...

Are You DoseWise? 2015 Radiographer of the Year Contest Is Now Open!

In recognition of dose-conscious radiographers and to support radiation dose management awareness, the ISRRT is giving one radiographer the opportunity to become the ISRRT DoseWise Radiographer of the Year, encouraging radiographers from around the world to share best practices. The selected Radiographer of the...

There is still time to participate in the CAMRT Member Survey. If you have already completed the CAMRT 2015 Member Satisfaction Survey, we thank you for your participation. If you haven’t yet completed the survey, then please consider taking just 10 minutes before Friday,...

Have your say & be heard!

There is still time to participate in the CAMRT Member Survey. If you have already completed the CAMRT 2015 Member Satisfaction Survey, we thank you for your participation. If you haven’t yet completed the survey, then please consider taking just 10 minutes before Friday,...

Annual imaging informatics conference to be held in Hamilton Ontario, Friday, June 19, 2015. Attend and enjoy a day of presentations and interactions around topics such as communication of images and medical information through EPRs and using new web standards; PACS versus VNA, and...

MIIT 2015

Annual imaging informatics conference to be held in Hamilton Ontario, Friday, June 19, 2015. Attend and enjoy a day of presentations and interactions around topics such as communication of images and medical information through EPRs and using new web standards; PACS versus VNA, and...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OTTAWA, May 15, 2015 – The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher (Chris) Topham as CAMRT’s new Director of Advocacy and Communications, effective July 6, 2015. Chris will replace Leacy O’Callaghan-O’Brien, who...

CAMRT’s New Director of Advocacy and Communications

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE OTTAWA, May 15, 2015 – The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher (Chris) Topham as CAMRT’s new Director of Advocacy and Communications, effective July 6, 2015. Chris will replace Leacy O’Callaghan-O’Brien, who...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Visit the new CAMRT.ca OTTAWA, May 15, 2015 – The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) introduces a new, completely redesigned user-friendly website at camrt.ca. The innovative look of the site is matched with improved functionality and a number of new...

Visit the new CAMRT.ca

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Visit the new CAMRT.ca OTTAWA, May 15, 2015 – The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) introduces a new, completely redesigned user-friendly website at camrt.ca. The innovative look of the site is matched with improved functionality and a number of new...

For an interactive introduction to the CAMRT Professional Liability Insurance (PLI) Program, one of the most valuable benefits of membership. On Thursday, May 21, the CAMRT’s Director of Professional Practice, Mark Given, RTMR, will offer a free webinar at noon EDT, and again at...

Reminder: Free Webinar May 21st

For an interactive introduction to the CAMRT Professional Liability Insurance (PLI) Program, one of the most valuable benefits of membership. On Thursday, May 21, the CAMRT’s Director of Professional Practice, Mark Given, RTMR, will offer a free webinar at noon EDT, and again at...

Unfortunately, due to technical difficulties with the SmarterU platform, the CAMRT’s online CPD exams are cancelled for today. The CAMRT will contact you early next week with a resolution to this unfortunate circumstance. We recognize and apologize for the extreme inconvenience this issue has...

A message to CAMRT CPD Students from examination provider SmarterU

Unfortunately, due to technical difficulties with the SmarterU platform, the CAMRT’s online CPD exams are cancelled for today. The CAMRT will contact you early next week with a resolution to this unfortunate circumstance. We recognize and apologize for the extreme inconvenience this issue has...

Online registration to the 2015 Joint Congress on Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences is now closed. You can still register onsite in Montreal on arrival.  This is an unprecedented gathering of 1100 colleagues, with 183 speakers ready to share their expertise on the latest...

Will we see you in Montreal this month?

Online registration to the 2015 Joint Congress on Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences is now closed. You can still register onsite in Montreal on arrival.  This is an unprecedented gathering of 1100 colleagues, with 183 speakers ready to share their expertise on the latest...

For an interactive introduction to the CAMRT Professional Liability Insurance (PLI) Program, one of the most valuable benefits of membership. On Thursday, May 21, the CAMRT’s Director of Professional Practice, Mark Given, RTMR, will offer a free webinar at noon EDT, and again at...

Save the Date

For an interactive introduction to the CAMRT Professional Liability Insurance (PLI) Program, one of the most valuable benefits of membership. On Thursday, May 21, the CAMRT’s Director of Professional Practice, Mark Given, RTMR, will offer a free webinar at noon EDT, and again at...

The latest edition of the CAMRT News is now online. This issue, which focuses on National Volunteer Week, features: More information about the 2015 Joint Congress; An introduction to the CAMRT’s newest committee; A new “All in the Family” article. Read it here.

Volume 32.2 of the CAMRT News is Now Online!

The latest edition of the CAMRT News is now online. This issue, which focuses on National Volunteer Week, features: More information about the 2015 Joint Congress; An introduction to the CAMRT’s newest committee; A new “All in the Family” article. Read it here.

The 2015 Joint Congress on Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences will be an extraordinary education and networking event that we know you don’t want to miss. Understanding the budgetary constraints that many healthcare institutions are currently facing, the Joint Congress Committee has extended the...

Congress early registration discount extended

The 2015 Joint Congress on Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences will be an extraordinary education and networking event that we know you don’t want to miss. Understanding the budgetary constraints that many healthcare institutions are currently facing, the Joint Congress Committee has extended the...

Foundation Fundraising Evening…Sir Winston Churchill Pub Thursday May 28 at 19:30 hours . After the Welcome Reception, join the CAMRT Foundation for a fundraising evening. Reminisce with old friends and meet new ones at Sir Winston Churchill Pub Karina Lounge. This is a private...

Support the CAMRT Foundation, have fun and get some exercise

Foundation Fundraising Evening…Sir Winston Churchill Pub Thursday May 28 at 19:30 hours . After the Welcome Reception, join the CAMRT Foundation for a fundraising evening. Reminisce with old friends and meet new ones at Sir Winston Churchill Pub Karina Lounge. This is a private...

Sectional Anatomy is the cornerstone of many medical imaging procedures. This course is designed in the interest of technologists who perform procedures and or view images in cross section and intended to familiarize the technologist with sectional anatomy and its current application in the...

New CPD course available Fall 2015: Sectional Anatomy 1

Sectional Anatomy is the cornerstone of many medical imaging procedures. This course is designed in the interest of technologists who perform procedures and or view images in cross section and intended to familiarize the technologist with sectional anatomy and its current application in the...

Spring is the season when Canadian organizations like CAMRT take a moment—or, in fact, a week—to recognize, celebrate and thank our volunteers during National Volunteer Week (NVW), held this year from April 12-18. This year’s theme is “Volunteers are part of the ripple effect.” The...

National Volunteer Week (NVW)

Spring is the season when Canadian organizations like CAMRT take a moment—or, in fact, a week—to recognize, celebrate and thank our volunteers during National Volunteer Week (NVW), held this year from April 12-18. This year’s theme is “Volunteers are part of the ripple effect.” The...

The 2015 AGM Workbook is now available online. The workbook is located in the Members Only section of the CAMRT website under Annual General Business Meeting. Copies of the AGM Workbook will be provided to all annual general meeting attendees.

AGM Workbook

The 2015 AGM Workbook is now available online. The workbook is located in the Members Only section of the CAMRT website under Annual General Business Meeting. Copies of the AGM Workbook will be provided to all annual general meeting attendees.

2015 Joint Congress early-bird registration deadline fast approaching Register now! The early-bird registration deadline for the 2015 Joint Congress on Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences is April 17, 2015. Join us at the Palais des congrès in beautiful Montréal, Québec for the 2015 Joint...

There’s less than 3 weeks left to register and save money!

2015 Joint Congress early-bird registration deadline fast approaching Register now! The early-bird registration deadline for the 2015 Joint Congress on Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences is April 17, 2015. Join us at the Palais des congrès in beautiful Montréal, Québec for the 2015 Joint...

2015 Ontario Association of Medical Radiation Sciences Annual General Conference and Meeting Early Bird Registration is NOW OPEN!! Join us on Saturday May 9th, 2015 at McMaster Innovation Park in Hamilton, ON for “Imaging the Future” where you can: Voice your opinion at the...

News from the OAMRS

2015 Ontario Association of Medical Radiation Sciences Annual General Conference and Meeting Early Bird Registration is NOW OPEN!! Join us on Saturday May 9th, 2015 at McMaster Innovation Park in Hamilton, ON for “Imaging the Future” where you can: Voice your opinion at the...

Using the Imagewear Pay As You Go Account coupon allows you to save 10% off the regular retail price on: The Imagewear electronic downloadable discount coupon is available to members online. Simply login to the CAMRT secure Members’ area, using your CAMRT ID and...

Spring clean your closet!

Using the Imagewear Pay As You Go Account coupon allows you to save 10% off the regular retail price on: The Imagewear electronic downloadable discount coupon is available to members online. Simply login to the CAMRT secure Members’ area, using your CAMRT ID and...

In keeping with the CAMRT’s commitment to providing our members with programs and services that respond to the needs of the membership, we are undertaking a member satisfaction survey. Your participation in this survey is essential to help us gauge overall member satisfaction and...

Have your say & be heard!

In keeping with the CAMRT’s commitment to providing our members with programs and services that respond to the needs of the membership, we are undertaking a member satisfaction survey. Your participation in this survey is essential to help us gauge overall member satisfaction and...

Thank you to all of the members who completed the CAMRT Future of the Annual General Conference member survey. We were pleased with the feedback from over 1, 110 members who participated. Member feedback is critical in influencing CAMRT initiatives and guide the future...

Future of the Annual General Conference prize winners

Thank you to all of the members who completed the CAMRT Future of the Annual General Conference member survey. We were pleased with the feedback from over 1, 110 members who participated. Member feedback is critical in influencing CAMRT initiatives and guide the future...

Registration for the ELIIT Research Workshop on May 27 in Montreal is now open! This pre-conference workshop will cover the basics of research on a practical level, and intermediate level methodologies. Participants will receive Category “A” credits from the Continuing Education Credit Approval Program...

Register now for the Pre-Conference Research Workshop

Registration for the ELIIT Research Workshop on May 27 in Montreal is now open! This pre-conference workshop will cover the basics of research on a practical level, and intermediate level methodologies. Participants will receive Category “A” credits from the Continuing Education Credit Approval Program...

Because the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act was recently amended to ensure that organization members play an active role in selecting and approving the leadership of associations, the CAMRT has changed its election model accordingly. All voting members of CAMRT are entitled to vote for...

Read – Decide – Vote

Because the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act was recently amended to ensure that organization members play an active role in selecting and approving the leadership of associations, the CAMRT has changed its election model accordingly. All voting members of CAMRT are entitled to vote for...

Applications are now accepted for grants to research projects on the theme of The Role of the Radiographer (Radiological Technologist) in the Justification of Medical Exposures. The grant is £2,500.00 for a one year project and £5,000.00 for a two year project. Applications must...

ISRRT Research Award: Call for Grant Application 2015

Applications are now accepted for grants to research projects on the theme of The Role of the Radiographer (Radiological Technologist) in the Justification of Medical Exposures. The grant is £2,500.00 for a one year project and £5,000.00 for a two year project. Applications must...

2015 Joint Congress registration deadline extended You spoke and we listened. We understand that many organizations have different fiscal year-ends, and want to provide the flexibility for MRTs to register at the time that works with their budget. To allow you more time to...

There’s still time to register and save money!

2015 Joint Congress registration deadline extended You spoke and we listened. We understand that many organizations have different fiscal year-ends, and want to provide the flexibility for MRTs to register at the time that works with their budget. To allow you more time to...

OTTAWA, ONTARIO–(February 9, 2015) – The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) welcomes the Government of Canada’s decision to support the extension of the operations of the National Research Universal (NRU) reactor from October 31, 2016, until March 31, 2018. The NRU is...

CAMRT welcomes the Government decision to support the extension of the operations of the National Research Universal (NRU) reactor

OTTAWA, ONTARIO–(February 9, 2015) – The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) welcomes the Government of Canada’s decision to support the extension of the operations of the National Research Universal (NRU) reactor from October 31, 2016, until March 31, 2018. The NRU is...

NRU Reactor License extended On Friday, February 6, 2015, Natural Resources Minister Greg Rickford announced Canada’s decision to support the extension of the operations of the National Research Universal (NRU) reactor from October 31, 2016, until March 31, 2018. The NRU is operated by...

CAMRT Advocacy on Isotope Supply

NRU Reactor License extended On Friday, February 6, 2015, Natural Resources Minister Greg Rickford announced Canada’s decision to support the extension of the operations of the National Research Universal (NRU) reactor from October 31, 2016, until March 31, 2018. The NRU is operated by...

The Council of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD; Paris, France) announced on December 17 that 11 countries had formally adhered to the Joint Declaration on the Security of Supply of Medical Radioisotopes, which seeks to ensure the security of the global...

2014 Joint Declaration on the Security of Supply of Medical Radioisotopes (OECD)

The Council of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD; Paris, France) announced on December 17 that 11 countries had formally adhered to the Joint Declaration on the Security of Supply of Medical Radioisotopes, which seeks to ensure the security of the global...

The theme for International Volunteer Day (IVD) 2014 is Make Change Happen; Volunteer.  This day is a celebration of volunteerism in all its facets – but also provides the opportunity to pay special tribute to people’s participation in making a difference locally, nationally and...

A message from CAMRT President, Deborah Murley, RTR on International Voluntee Day

The theme for International Volunteer Day (IVD) 2014 is Make Change Happen; Volunteer.  This day is a celebration of volunteerism in all its facets – but also provides the opportunity to pay special tribute to people’s participation in making a difference locally, nationally and...

Medical Radioisotope Supply Submitted by François Couillard, CAMRT CEO The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) has identified the potential of a global shortage of medical radioisotopes as an emerging issue of concern in the near to medium term, particularly for the international...

Anticipating a problem, proposing solutions

Medical Radioisotope Supply Submitted by François Couillard, CAMRT CEO The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) has identified the potential of a global shortage of medical radioisotopes as an emerging issue of concern in the near to medium term, particularly for the international...