Dr. Paul McCoubrie[email protected]Clinical NewsPainting the floors whiteDirty cups and a cluttered desk don't reflect well on an individual's competence and hygiene standards. And it's also demoralizing for everyone, Dr. Paul McCoubrie warns. He's convinced simple changes can boost productivity and quality.September 12, 2017Clinical NewsPhronesis and the monkey of instant gratificationThere is no book, lecture, or diploma course on "radiological wisdom," but some tricks can be used, particularly looking, sounding, and acting like you are wise, explains Dr. Paul McCoubrie in his latest column.April 18, 2017Clinical NewsThe age of renaissance radiologyIn this era of credentialing and accreditation, you aren't cutting it unless you have an armful of subspecialist badges. But is this really a good thing? Dr. Paul McCoubrie investigates in his latest column.May 10, 2016Clinical NewsLiquid gold: Lessons learned on the jobEverybody's read the textbooks, but what are the real golden rules of radiology learned on the job? Following his popular 2013 article, columnist Dr. Paul McCoubrie has a fresh batch of uber-truths that are the very essence of the specialty.October 12, 2015Residents/FellowsHow to be a famous radiologistYou may think, "A famous radiologist? Who is he kidding? There is no such thing," and to a certain degree, you'd be right. Radiologists are rarely frontline macho types. But in his latest column, Dr. Paul McCoubrie believes every radiologist would like to contribute something of worth to humanity.July 28, 2015Organized Radiology IssuesWhistle while you work"This must be the best radiology department in the U.K.," a clinical colleague told Dr. Paul McCoubrie the other day. Find out why such comments are inspiring our columnist to whistle at work and are making him so full of the joys of spring.April 21, 2015Residents/FellowsWhy I don't like 'trainees'The naming system for radiologists is broken, at least in the U.K., where "trainee" is a rubbish word to describe registrars, Dr. Paul McCoubrie writes in his latest column. Mention "trainee" and we think of a pimply teenager, and the term is confusing and belittling, he thinks.October 21, 2014Clinical NewsPitfalls in imaging the frail elderlyA general increase in investigation of those in extreme old age has occurred. Scanning someone older than 100 used to be a distinct novelty, but now barely raises an eyebrow, and we need a different approach, says Dr. Paul McCoubrie.June 3, 2014Clinical NewsTwo misconceptions threaten future of radiology trainingWe must recognize and fight professionally demeaning regulation, writes columnist Dr. Paul McCoubrie. Radiology's training system should be flexible enough to take account of different motivations and personalities. Also, simple repetition alone may be harmful.March 4, 2014Organized Radiology IssuesHeterodoxy and hegemony: Part 1Micromanagement by individuals in gray suits is reaching new heights -- or lows, depending on how you look at it, writes Dr. Paul McCoubrie. He's concerned about the hegemonic assumptions that more structure in training and education is better, and counting numbers of cases is a valid way of assuming competency.February 18, 2014Previous PagePage 2 of 4Next PageTop StoriesUltrasoundSamsung Medison to acquire SonioSonio will remain an independent company headquartered in France, according to Samsung Medison.Womens ImagingHologic brings Brevera 7-gauge breast biopsy needle to EuropeNuclear MedicineITM appoints chief medical officerIndustry NewsSiemens reports revenue, profit gains in Q2Sponsor ContentJourney to the Cloud: A Snapshot of Market Progress - 22 May @ 7pm CET