Dr. Adrian Thomas[email protected]Clinical NewsRadiology's graveyard: Extinct exams you may not know aboutModern imaging has replaced many of the older radiological techniques. These older examinations often involved considerable technical skills from both radiologists and radiographers, and they spent many years perfecting their skills.July 22, 2012Clinical NewsGlobal gathering celebrates life and career of Marion FrankA celebration of the life of the well-known international radiographer Marion Frank took place in London last Saturday. The organizing committee for the event, called "Frankly Speaking," was led by her friend and colleague, Margaret McClellan, and there was a large audience, with some people coming from afar.May 21, 2012Clinical News40 years of CT: Facts you may not know about Godfrey HounsfieldThe first public announcement of CT came on 20 May 1972, and it changed radiology forever. But there are many myths and misconceptions about the early days of CT and its chief inventor, Godfrey Hounsfield. In our latest history column, we look at some of them.May 13, 2012Clinical NewsIt's time to celebrate another x-ray pioneer's centenaryWilhelm Conrad Röntgen may have discovered the x-ray but it was Max von Laue who unraveled how it worked. Read about their work as well as how the general public was skeptical of a device that could see through bodies in this latest column by Dr. Adrian Thomas.March 18, 2012Molecular ImagingHow molecular imaging was bornAs molecular imaging continues to develop, it's worth considering the origins of nuclear medicine, which has a long and rich history. Appreciating the early days of nuclear medicine can lead to a better understanding of today's developments, according to Dr. Adrian Thomas in his latest column.January 15, 2012Womens ImagingShould Kate Winslet play Florence Stoney?Dr. Florence Stoney's life story would make a great Hollywood blockbuster, particularly if Kate Winslet took the leading role, suggests our history columnist, Dr. Adrian Thomas, who describes the life and career of this remarkable woman.November 6, 2011Clinical NewsEuropeans played key role in early days of contrast mediaWhen you administer your next dose of contrast media, spare a thought for Dr. Torsten Almén from Sweden and others who did the important early development work. Our history columnist, Dr. Adrian Thomas, looks at the evidence.October 9, 2011Enterprise ImagingThe early days of PACS: Who were the true pioneers?PACS has transformed the practice of radiology, but which European hospitals were the pioneers and trendsetters? In our latest history column, Dr. Adrian Thomas looks at the early days of digitization.September 14, 2011Clinical NewsPostcards from the edge: Pictures illuminate x-ray's pastPrinted ephemera reveal much about the interface between science and popular culture. In the latest installment of his history column, Dr. Adrian Thomas looks at how imaging was portrayed in picture postcards in the years following the discovery of the x-ray in 1895.July 31, 2011Clinical NewsWho were the real movers and shakers in MRI's early days?Huge controversy has surrounded the early development of clinical MRI. Numerous claims and counterclaims have been made. This latest installment of our history column takes a fresh look at the facts.July 10, 2011Previous PagePage 5 of 6Next PageTop StoriesMedicolegal issuesHospital doctor gets struck off for serious misconductA U.K. tribunal has recommended erasing a hospital doctor from the medical register for acting dishonestly by performing locum agency work.Organized Radiology IssuesEntire interventional radiology team resigns at Sydney hospitalDigital X-RayAustralia shows the way on DBT radiation dose levelsWomens ImagingType of breast cancer contributes to AI-mammography missesUltrasoundForeign body imaging: X-ray overused, ultrasound underused
