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Committee
President: Dr Zoe Lenard, Perth Veterinary Specialists
Vice President : Dr Mark Owen, Massey University
Treasurer: Dr Annie Rose, University of Queensland
Secretary: Dr Marjorie Milne, University of Melbourne
CEC: Dr Belinda Hopper, Perth Veterinary Specialists Dr Jane Day, James Cook University
Website Editor: Dr Cathy Beck , University of Melbourne
Welcome to the ACVSc Radiology Chapter Website
Examination at Membership level is provided for the general practitioner with a strong interest in radiology. Paper One examines the physics of radiology and basic sonology. Paper 2 examines aspects of radiographic image interpretation of dogs, cats and horses. Small animal practitioners should not be alarmed by the equine component as the principles are similar for all species. Following the written papers there is a film reading examination where candidates are required to write radiology reports for a series of radiographic cases and a 1 hour oral examination consisting of oral film reading and questions relating to radiology, radiography and procedures such as radiographic contrast studies. Note that the written and oral film reading examinations relate to radiology of dogs, cats and horses. It does not include sonology, cross sectional imaging or scintigraphy. It is strongly advised that potential candidates organise a mentor to assist examination preparation. The Chapter can you assist with this process.
Examination at Fellowship level requires the candidate to have Membership in Radiology and to have completed an approved three year supervised training program (residency) in diagnostic imaging. The Fellowship examination is focused on the practitioner wishing to gain specialist qualifications in imaging. Papers 1 and 2 are similar in structure to membership examinations however examine in greater detail and are extended to include further sonology and CT, MRI and scintigraphy. Report writing is assessed with a 3 hour practical examination which may include radiographic, CT, MR, scintigraphic and sonographic studies. Verbal reporting skills are assessed during a 2 hour oral examination.
Prior to enrolling in Membership examination potential candidates are encouraged to read the ACVSc's publication: The Red Book- Advice to Membership Candidates and the Radiology Chapter Guidelines for Membership Examination. Potential Fellowship Candidates must read The Blue Book- Advice to Fellowship Candidates and the Radiology Chapter Guidelines for Fellowship Examination
On this site you will find advice on how to write a radiology report and recommended reading material. Also included are a number of cases with examples of reports so that candidates for Membership exam may gain an insight to the type of report required for Membership examination.
Links
AAVDI is the Australasian Association for Diagnostic Imaging. The organisation was created to promote knowledge, understanding and the use of diagnostic imaging by practicing veterinarians. Meetings are held in Australian and New Zealand at regular intervals. Membership is open to anyone interested in imaging.
The University of Sydney's Centre for Veterinary Education (formerly the Postgraduate Foundation) provide Distance Education Courses in Diagnostic Imaging and Sonology. Many successful Membership candidates have used the Centre for Veterinary Education's Diagnostic Imaging course for their exam preparation.
http://mvm.massey.ac.nz/Massey University in New Zealand provides a distance education course in Diagnostic Imaging run by Dr Mark Owen. The course aims to increase the skills of veterinarians in using radiographic equipment and systematically approaching radiographic interpretation. The course is fully assessed by assigned work and examination and can provide ideal preparation for membership examination.
The American College of Veterinary Radiologists website is a fund of information about the American College of Veterinary Radiologists. Anyone can become a member and subscribe to the official journal Veterinary Radiology and Ultrasound If you have a special interest in ultrasound, CT or MRI it is worth joining the relevant society. There are many other useful imaging links listed on this site.
cheval.vet.gla.ac.uk/EVDI/eavdi.htm and http://cheval.vet.gla.ac.uk/EVDI/ecvdi.htm
The European Association of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging and the European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging are the home pages of the European Imaging organisations. The College administers the examinations for Diplomates (Specialists) and the Association runs meetings and conferences.
This website is essential reading for veterinarians entering the world of DR and CR and for those learning about this technology. The site has interesting discussions on various imaging topics and publishes educational material.
This is a fabulous website run by Dr Alison Zwingenberger from UCD. It is a wonderful source of educational material. A must see!
The International Veterinary Ultrasound Society's goals are to promote research and provide education in ultrasonography to all groups performing diagnostic ultrasound in veterinary medicine. They have a case of the month on their web site and also run a Certificate Program in Ultrasound.
