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The News and Media section of the website provides the latest information on activities within the College, and the clinical radiology and radiation oncology professions.

Clinical Radiology
03 April 2018

Computed Tomography and Radiation Risks Update

In 2010 the Faculty of Clinical Radiology (FCR) developed a Position Statement on Computed Tomography and Radiation Risk to give guidance on radiation risk and using As Low As Reasonably Achievable Doses (ALARA principle). In...
Clinical Radiology
28 March 2018

New Member Consultation: Quality Imaging in Acute Stroke Management

The Faculty of Clinical Radiology is seeking member feedback on the Position Statement on Quality Imaging in Acute Stroke Management. This Position Statement, developed by the Acute Stroke Working Group on behalf of Faculty...
14 March 2018

Iodinated Contrast Media Guideline Update

The Iodinated Contrast Media Guideline is intended to assist RANZCR, its staff, Fellows, members and other individuals involved in the administration of iodinated contrast media to patients undergoing medical imaging...
Clinical Radiology
13 March 2018

RANZCR Welcomes Senate Inquiry’s Recommendations for Diagnostic Imaging

The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (RANZCR) welcomes the findings of the Senate Inquiry into the availability and accessibility of diagnostic imaging equipment, such as CT and MRI machines. The...
12 March 2018

Specialist Training Program Expression of Interest NOW Open Tuesday 13 March 2018

The Department of Health has now confirmed the Expression of Interest (EOI) online process for new Specialist Training Program (STP) Positions (excluding Integrated Rural Training Pipeline Positions) is now open from 9am...
Clinical Radiology
07 March 2018

RANZCR reiterates calls for end to Medicare Freeze

The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (RANZCR) today welcomes the pledge by the Australian Greens to end the 20-year freeze on Medicare radiology rebates and urges the other major political parties to...
Clinical Radiology
01 March 2018

Interested in Forensic Imaging? If so, your help is needed!

A post-mortem CT and/or other imaging is becoming a standard part of autopsy. Expert evidence related to post-mortem images is increasingly being call upon for coronial inquests and criminal matters stemming from medico-legal...
Clinical Radiology
01 March 2018

Women to Benefit from First National Treatment Standard for Heavy Periods

The first nationally agreed standard of care for women experiencing heavy menstrual bleeding says women should be offered less invasive treatments before considering a hysterectomy – a major operation best done only when...
Radiation Oncology
26 February 2018

Radiation Oncologists Invited to Participate in the Australian Digital Health Agency’s Clinical Reference Leads Program

The Australian Digital Health Agency is responsible for all national digital health services and systems, with a focus on engagement, innovation and clinical quality and safety. Its focus is on putting data and technology...
Clinical Radiology
16 February 2018

New Member Consultation: Standards of Practice for Clinical Radiology Version 11

The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (RANZCR) is seeking feedback on the draft Standards of Practice for Clinical Radiology Version 11. The Safety, Quality and Standards Committee (SQSC) and...