Celebrating International Day of Radiology

It is International Day of Radiology Nov. 8 and radiological societies and institutions around the world are commemorating historical benchmarks and technological advancements in the field.

Originally an initiative of the European Society of Radiology, the American College of Radiology and the Radiological Society of North America, the International Day of Radiology encourages quality-of-care activities and educational seminars from various radiological departments and their partners, including all things molecular.

“The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging is proud to join with our peer societies from around the world to support the second annual International Day of Radiology,” said SNMMI 2013-14 president Gary Dillehay, MD, in a statement. “Nuclear medicine and molecular imaging are vital aspects of medical imaging, offering critical information to provide personalized medicine for patients. By building greater awareness of the value of radiology research, diagnosis and treatment, we can contribute to safer patient care and educate health care providers and patients about the vital role radiologists and nuclear medicine and molecular imaging professionals play in health care delivery.”

The theme this year is lung imaging. Procedural resources on this theme are available and a timeline of radiology can be followed by visiting the collaborative website of the International Day of Radiology, which offers articles about Wilhelm Conrad Rontgen and Marie Curie, as well as radiology-related videos and other content from across the globe.

For more information, visit the International Day of Radiology website here.