For members only
The newsletter 2 of 2018/2019 is below.
The 43rd AGM of the SRTSL was held at Hotel Renuka, Galle road, Kollupitiya on 1st July 2018. Following members were selected to serve as Council members for the coming year.
Mr. V.G.Wimalasena
Mr. Nishantha Bandara Mr. D.G.S.Rajapakse
Mr. B.V.Chathura
Mr. N. Jayabasker
Mr. Chathura Jayaruk Horadigala
Mr. I.R.A.Chandrasekera.
Mr. S.S.jayasinghe
Mr. A,R. Ilankoon
Ms. Manohari Perera
Mr. Saman Senerath Suraweera
Mr. Hiran Senanayake
Mr. Jagath Weerakkody.
Mrs. Suraji Liyanarachchi.
Mrs. C. Sathyasri
Mrs. Priyangi Udugampola
Ms. Kusum Edirisooriya.
Mrs. Jayantha Mapatuna,
Mr. Udayanga Kumara
Mr. M.I.M.Jabir
Mr. Chanaka Dharmawickrema.
Mr. P. Sathydas
Mr. Rajitha Parinda Bandara
Mr. Dharmakeerthi Epa
Mr. Adikari,
WRD celebration Scientific session & AGM 8th Nov. 2020, Hotel Mandarina, Col. 03
World Radiography Day 2022
Society of Radiological Technologists Association Sri Lanka (SRTSL) plans to hold the WRD 2022 celebrations starting from 6th November 2022. The Scientific session will be held on 6th Sunday. The venue will be notified later
Nuclear Medicine Online Programme
Message from Mr. Sunil balasooriya, Former Secretary SRTSL.
Nuclear Medicine on-line course for Radiographers
Just to let you know that I am not working now and decided to conduct an on-line NM course as I can fully devote to the course and share my knowledge, skill, and clinical experience in the field of nuclear medicine for 20 years in Sri Lanka and 11 years in the UK.
Advance your career in medical imaging with an instructor-led nuclear medicine online course. The objective is to demonstrate understanding of basic science underlying practical Nuclear Medicine and the principles used in the performance of clinical Nuclear Medicine studies and competence in undertaking a full range of Nuclear Medicine procedures.
The course consists of basic sciences and basic clinical nuclear medicine procedures.
The complete course is supplied on-line for self-study. Complementary lectures / tutorials, in-service practical exercises and clinical experience will also include in this course.
The final assessment includes on-line assignments and exam, practical skills assessment, completion of workbook and proof of evidence of clinical experience.
Individual students can register for the instructor-led course provided they have access to suitable equipment in a nuclear medicine department. To join the course, all participants (students, supervisors) should register in the training academy.
If anyone is interested, drop me an email to get relevant application form/s.
NB: Please convey this message to your batchmates and others who are interested because I have only limited email addresses of my students from 1999 to 2008.
Thank you.
Best regards,
Sunil Balasooriya
[email protected]
The 42nd AGM of the society was held on 16th of July 2017 at the Postal dept. auditorium. Attendance was very poor. According to the constitution of the society the same National Council which was elected in the year 2016- 2017 AGM will be continuing for this year too. Mr. H.K.A. Dharmasiri, instructor at KDU and former Suptd. At Maharagama National cancer institute and Mr. D. Delpachithra were included in the council membership. Hence for the present year the names are as follows.
1.Mr. V.G.Wimalasena 13. Mr. A.R.Ilangkoon
2.Mr. N. Jayabasker 14. Mr. Saman Senarath Suraweera
3.Mr. W.A. Udayanga kumara 15. Mr. L.H.C.Jayalal
4.Miss. Kusum Edirisuriya 16. Mr. Chathura j. Horadigala
5.Mr. L. Jayasiri 17. Mr. H.K.A. Dharmasiri
6.Mr. S.G. Hiraan Senanayake 18. Mr. P.Sathyadas
7.Mrs .Jayantha Mapatuna 19. Mr. P. Chelvendran.
8.Mr. C. Dharmawickrema 20. Mr. I.R.A.Chandrasekera
9.Mr. E. Dharmakeerthi 21. Mr. Siriwardene Perera
10.Mr. A.M.C.P.K.Adikari 22. Mr. K.I.Niroshan
11.Mr. M.I.M.Jabir 23. Mr. D.Delpachithra.
12. Mr. H.K.T.D. Hettiarachchi Following office bearers will continue:
President: Mr. V.G. Wimalasena
& ISRRT Council member Gen. Secretary: Mr. M.I.M.Jabir
Treasurer: Miss. Kusum Edirisuriya
Vice Presidents: Mr. Udayanga Kumara
Mrs. Jayantha Mapatuna
Asst. Secretary: Mr. Chathura Jayaruk Horadigala
Editorial Board: Mr. Saman Suraweera
Mr. L.H.C.Jayalal
Mr. Chathura Jayaruk Horadigala
Mr. P. Sathyadas
Mr. N. Jayabasker
Mr. K.I.Niroshan
An academic panel was setup to make decisions in matters academic: That includes:
Mr. V.G.wimalasena
Mr. H.K.A.Dharmasiri
Dr. (Mrs.) Bimali Weerakoon
Mr. Chathura Jayaruk Horadigala.
MRI training Programme
The Programme starts on the Sunday 26th March 2017 at 9.00 AM at the Sri Lanka School of Radiography lecture hall.
All registrants are invited to attend the opening ceremony and the lectures thereafter. Lunch and refreshments are provided.
Result of MRI Advance Certificate Course 2017. Click to download the file
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Circular for Lateral entry to Bsc. Radiography at Kothalawala Defence University is below. Closing date for applications is 9th February. Hurry!
Obituary
Mr. Lalith Amarasinghe, the first president of the SRTSL passed away on 20th May 2015.
He was the pioneer radiographer of the CIU of the General Hospital Colombo. Later he became the principal of the Sri Lanka school of Radiography. He took the initiative to start the Society of Radiographers Sri lanka in 1975 and was the first president. He attended the 3rd Asian and australian conference of the ISRRT held in Singapore in 1979. after his retirement from the government service, he joined the Asiri Group of Hospitals as the senior radiographer and worked there for a long time.
His great service is remembered for ever.
Mr. Lalith Amarasinghe, the first president of the SRTSL passed away on 20th May 2015.
He was the pioneer radiographer of the CIU of the General Hospital Colombo. Later he became the principal of the Sri Lanka school of Radiography. He took the initiative to start the Society of Radiographers Sri lanka in 1975 and was the first president. He attended the 3rd Asian and australian conference of the ISRRT held in Singapore in 1979. after his retirement from the government service, he joined the Asiri Group of Hospitals as the senior radiographer and worked there for a long time.
His great service is remembered for ever.
Message from ISRRT
03.02.2016
The International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT)
PROVISION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER SUPPORT SERVICES
The Board of Management of the ISRRT seeks expressions of interest for the provision of Chief Executive Officer support services commencing 1st October 2016.
The ISRRT is a United Kingdom based registered Charity and a recognised Non-Governmental Organisation in official relations with the World Health Organisation.
We seek to engage a suitable individual or individuals on a consultancy basis to support to the Board of Management, provide company secretarial duties and maintain international leadership of our charitable activities in Healthcare.
The successful provider will demonstrate knowledge of the medical imaging sciences and have a proven track record in the efficient and effective management and delivery of resources.
All communications and documentation of the organisation is undertaken in English. Those interested in providing these services will need to command a high level English understanding both in the written and verbal form to enable effective communication with International organisations.
The provider will have administrative assistance support delivered through an agreement with the Society and College of Radiographers, UK.
The consultancy fee is capped at £22,000 per annum inclusive of any tax commitments however expenses will be available to support operational activities i.e. travel and subsistence allowance.
Closing date for expressions of interest for the selection of potential suppliers will be 31st March 2016.
For further details including an information pack please go to http://www.isrrt.org/isrrt/default.asp or contact the current CEO Dr Alexander Yule, OBE at [email protected].
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Dear Colleagues,
The ISRRT has established a new Research Award in honour of the late Chesney sisters.
ISRRT Chesney Research Award
Call for Grant Application 2016
Theme: “A Novel approach on optimisation and/or justification of Medical Exposures by radiographers for radiation protection and safety”
Closing date for submission of grant application is 30 April 2016
Funding decision will be announced in July 2016
Attached is a letter of explanation and also asking if you could publicise the paragraph above, relating to this research award, on your website and in your journal.
Thank you.
Regards
Sandy
03.02.2016
The International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT)
PROVISION OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER SUPPORT SERVICES
The Board of Management of the ISRRT seeks expressions of interest for the provision of Chief Executive Officer support services commencing 1st October 2016.
The ISRRT is a United Kingdom based registered Charity and a recognised Non-Governmental Organisation in official relations with the World Health Organisation.
We seek to engage a suitable individual or individuals on a consultancy basis to support to the Board of Management, provide company secretarial duties and maintain international leadership of our charitable activities in Healthcare.
The successful provider will demonstrate knowledge of the medical imaging sciences and have a proven track record in the efficient and effective management and delivery of resources.
All communications and documentation of the organisation is undertaken in English. Those interested in providing these services will need to command a high level English understanding both in the written and verbal form to enable effective communication with International organisations.
The provider will have administrative assistance support delivered through an agreement with the Society and College of Radiographers, UK.
The consultancy fee is capped at £22,000 per annum inclusive of any tax commitments however expenses will be available to support operational activities i.e. travel and subsistence allowance.
Closing date for expressions of interest for the selection of potential suppliers will be 31st March 2016.
For further details including an information pack please go to http://www.isrrt.org/isrrt/default.asp or contact the current CEO Dr Alexander Yule, OBE at [email protected].
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Dear Colleagues,
The ISRRT has established a new Research Award in honour of the late Chesney sisters.
ISRRT Chesney Research Award
Call for Grant Application 2016
Theme: “A Novel approach on optimisation and/or justification of Medical Exposures by radiographers for radiation protection and safety”
Closing date for submission of grant application is 30 April 2016
Funding decision will be announced in July 2016
Attached is a letter of explanation and also asking if you could publicise the paragraph above, relating to this research award, on your website and in your journal.
Thank you.
Regards
Sandy
Obituary Notice
Mr. E.R.Joseph, Former superintendent radiographer (Therapy) at National Cancer Hospital Maharagama, expired on 30th July 2016.
The remains lie at the Raymond funeral parlor, Borella.
Funeral will take place at Borella on 4th August at 4.00 PM
***New - CT Training programme 2014/15
Result is released.
Although the certificates are not ready due to lack of time, Ceremonial issuing of certificates for the first 10 candidates will be done on at the AGM on 28th June.
Photographs for the Group photo will also be taken on site.
Please click the following link for the result.
Results CT Diploma 2014/15
REPEAT EXAMINATION WILL BE HELD ON 21ST JUNE AT 10.30 AM.
7 FAILURES HAVE BEEN INFORMED INDIVIDUALLY.
Final examination was held on 7th June 2015 at the Sri Lanka school of Radiography lecture hall.
Result is released.
Although the certificates are not ready due to lack of time, Ceremonial issuing of certificates for the first 10 candidates will be done on at the AGM on 28th June.
Photographs for the Group photo will also be taken on site.
Please click the following link for the result.
Results CT Diploma 2014/15
REPEAT EXAMINATION WILL BE HELD ON 21ST JUNE AT 10.30 AM.
7 FAILURES HAVE BEEN INFORMED INDIVIDUALLY.
Final examination was held on 7th June 2015 at the Sri Lanka school of Radiography lecture hall.
The Society of Radiological Technologists Sri Lanka celebrated the World Radiography day 2015 on 8th November 2015 at Hotel Grand monarch, Thalawathugoda, Sri Lanka, holding a seminar on " Radiological Technologists Role- consultant clinicians' perspective".
Speakers
Dr. J.M.C. Udugama , Nuclear medicine consultant Lanka Hospital
Dr. Udari Liyanage, Consultant Radiologist, Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine
Dr. Niroshan Seneviratne, Genito Urinary Surgeon, Sri Jayawardanapura General Hospital
Dr. V. Swarna Kumar, Orthopaedic Surgeon, National Hospital of Sri Lanka
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For members of SRT-SL only.
News letter No 02 : World Radiography Day conference 2015 will be held at Hotel Grand Monarch, Thalawathugoda, on 8th Nov. 2015. For registration download the news letter by click here
Message to Parents and guardians.and children who are seeking university admission to Allied health courses.
Do not hesitate to apply for Radiography just because of fear of dangers of X-rays. The present X-ray equipment and facilities provide maximum protection for the radiographers. You do not receive harmful doses during Life time if You take the appropriate Precautions You Learn during your training..
Further, Radiography is the Most lucrative job among the allied Health field, and it gives you the job satisfaction by helping the patients to get their diseases diagnosed properly and get treated early. You will be proud to handle most advance technology and highly sophisticated equipment. Radiography is a highly paid employment abroad too.
So Hurry apply for Radiography degree in universities including General Sir John Kothlawala defense University.
Do not hesitate to apply for Radiography just because of fear of dangers of X-rays. The present X-ray equipment and facilities provide maximum protection for the radiographers. You do not receive harmful doses during Life time if You take the appropriate Precautions You Learn during your training..
Further, Radiography is the Most lucrative job among the allied Health field, and it gives you the job satisfaction by helping the patients to get their diseases diagnosed properly and get treated early. You will be proud to handle most advance technology and highly sophisticated equipment. Radiography is a highly paid employment abroad too.
So Hurry apply for Radiography degree in universities including General Sir John Kothlawala defense University.
Applications are called for BSc. Hons. Radiography / Radiotherapy at Sir John Kothalawala Defense University. Link http://www.kdu.ac.lk/notices/news/82-events/553-calling-for-applications Closing date 13.01.2016.
Obituary
The death is announced of
Mr. A.D.S.WIJESINGHE,
former superintendent radiographer (1973- 1978)
Funeral may take place at Wadduwa on saturday - 28th Nov. 2015
Address:
“Somisevana”
Mahawadduwa, Wadduwa
(Infront of Mahawadduwa sub post office)
The death is announced of
Mr. A.D.S.WIJESINGHE,
former superintendent radiographer (1973- 1978)
Funeral may take place at Wadduwa on saturday - 28th Nov. 2015
Address:
“Somisevana”
Mahawadduwa, Wadduwa
(Infront of Mahawadduwa sub post office)
ISRRT Research Award 2014
Theme: “The Role of the Radiographer in the Justification of Medical Exposure”
The aim of the ISRRT Research Fund is to promote research that helps improve the standards of delivery and practice of medical imaging and radiotherapy. The ISRRT Research Fund was set up in 2009 and a research proposal was funded the first time in 2010. We are now inviting applications for a research grant in 2013 from members of Societies who are ISRRT members and from ISRRT Associate members. The grant is £2500 for 1-year projects and £5000 for 2-year projects.
Full details of the Research Fund Guidelines and application form can be obtained from the "Membership Section" of the website or from your country Society.
The closing date for submission of grant application is 30 November 2014. Funding decision will be announced in February 2015.
Thank you.
Regards
Sandy
Theme: “The Role of the Radiographer in the Justification of Medical Exposure”
The aim of the ISRRT Research Fund is to promote research that helps improve the standards of delivery and practice of medical imaging and radiotherapy. The ISRRT Research Fund was set up in 2009 and a research proposal was funded the first time in 2010. We are now inviting applications for a research grant in 2013 from members of Societies who are ISRRT members and from ISRRT Associate members. The grant is £2500 for 1-year projects and £5000 for 2-year projects.
Full details of the Research Fund Guidelines and application form can be obtained from the "Membership Section" of the website or from your country Society.
The closing date for submission of grant application is 30 November 2014. Funding decision will be announced in February 2015.
Thank you.
Regards
Sandy
Annual Scientific Session and Annual General Meeting 2015
Date;- 28th June 2015
Venue : Auditorium, Postal Department Head office, D.R.Wijewardana Mawatha, Maradana
Photos click here
Date;- 28th June 2015
Venue : Auditorium, Postal Department Head office, D.R.Wijewardana Mawatha, Maradana
Photos click here
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THE SOCIETY OF RADIOLOGICAL TECHNOLOGISTS SRI LANKA.
THE WORLD RADIOGRAPHY DAY CELEBRATIONS 2014
Date - 9th November 2014
Venue – Hotel Ramada Colombo, (Click to see map)
THE AGENDA
9.00 Am - National Anthem & LIGHTING OF OIL LAMP
One minute’s silence for deceased
Welcome speech by the president
9.20 Am- “Development of Management skills and improvement of leadership qualities” Part 1–
Lecturer:- Mr. K.P.Nishantha, Senior lecturer, Department of Management Studies,
Open University of Sri Lanka
10.20 - TEA
10.45 – Launching of “Radiographer” Magazine.
Message from sponsors.
11.00 - \ “Development of Management skills and improvement of leadership qualities” – Part 2
01.00 - MRI & Contrast media –
Mr. V.G.Wimalasena, Principal School of Radiography
1.30 PM- CONCLUSION Vote of thanks
LUNCH
THE WORLD RADIOGRAPHY DAY CELEBRATIONS 2014
Date - 9th November 2014
Venue – Hotel Ramada Colombo, (Click to see map)
THE AGENDA
9.00 Am - National Anthem & LIGHTING OF OIL LAMP
One minute’s silence for deceased
Welcome speech by the president
9.20 Am- “Development of Management skills and improvement of leadership qualities” Part 1–
Lecturer:- Mr. K.P.Nishantha, Senior lecturer, Department of Management Studies,
Open University of Sri Lanka
10.20 - TEA
10.45 – Launching of “Radiographer” Magazine.
Message from sponsors.
11.00 - \ “Development of Management skills and improvement of leadership qualities” – Part 2
01.00 - MRI & Contrast media –
Mr. V.G.Wimalasena, Principal School of Radiography
1.30 PM- CONCLUSION Vote of thanks
LUNCH
Registration now open to all radiographers
Closing Date Extended till 15th August 2014
13th ANNUAL ACADEMIC SESSIONS OF SRI LANKA COLLEGE OF RADIOLOGISTS 2014 (Radiographers Work Shop)
At The Kingsbury Hotel Colombo On Sunday 31st August 2014
Finalized programme is shown Below- Click here to Download
Sri Lanka College of Radiologists
13th Annual Academic Sessions- 2014
Workshop for Radiological Technologists
“Radiography (CR/DR); Theory, Practice, Problems & Remedies”
Date: Sunday 31.08.2014
Venue: Winchester Hall- Kingsbury Hotel Colombo
08.30 am- 09.00 am
Registration of participants
09.00 am- 09.05 am
Welcome speech by president of SLCR
09.05 am- 09.45 am
How to set up a digital imaging department- Dr. Napapong Pongnapang
09.45 am- 10.30 am
Image quality and artifacts- Dr. Napapong Pongnapang
10.30 am- 10.45 am
Tea Break
10.45 am- 11.15 am
What is expected from technologists in CT- Dr. Buddhi Abeywickrama
11.15 am- 11.45 am
What is expected in imaging other than CT/MRI- Dr. Samitha Egodage
11.45 am- 12.30 pm
Image processing for FUJII CR- Dr. Napapong Pongnapang
12.30 pm- 1.15 pm
How to work effectively with CR/DR- Dr. Napapong Pongnapang
1.15 pm- 1.20 pm
Vote of thanks by secretary SLCR
1.20 pm
Lunch
13th Annual Academic Sessions- 2014
Workshop for Radiological Technologists
“Radiography (CR/DR); Theory, Practice, Problems & Remedies”
Date: Sunday 31.08.2014
Venue: Winchester Hall- Kingsbury Hotel Colombo
08.30 am- 09.00 am
Registration of participants
09.00 am- 09.05 am
Welcome speech by president of SLCR
09.05 am- 09.45 am
How to set up a digital imaging department- Dr. Napapong Pongnapang
09.45 am- 10.30 am
Image quality and artifacts- Dr. Napapong Pongnapang
10.30 am- 10.45 am
Tea Break
10.45 am- 11.15 am
What is expected from technologists in CT- Dr. Buddhi Abeywickrama
11.15 am- 11.45 am
What is expected in imaging other than CT/MRI- Dr. Samitha Egodage
11.45 am- 12.30 pm
Image processing for FUJII CR- Dr. Napapong Pongnapang
12.30 pm- 1.15 pm
How to work effectively with CR/DR- Dr. Napapong Pongnapang
1.15 pm- 1.20 pm
Vote of thanks by secretary SLCR
1.20 pm
Lunch
Thank You!
Lecture session and Annual General Meeting of the SRTSL was held on Sunday 29th June at the Auditorium of the Postal department Head quarters, D.R.wijayawardhana Mawatha (Maradana - Lake house Road), from 9.00 AM to 4.00 PM. The attendance was remarkable. The Council of management wishes to thank all the members who helped make the event a success.
Special thanks goes to the lecturer Mr Mohan Palliyaguru who gave an interesting long lecture discussion on human skill development titled " Be a Brand".
My Dear friends,
The 1st South East Asia Radiographers' Conference which is going to be held at Equatorial Hotel, Malacca, Malaysia from 21st - 23rd August, 2014 is now open for abstract submission.
Early Bird registration is USD 200
Student registration is USD 150
Online abstract submission: http://goo.gl/8MTS1U
Looking forward to see all of you in Malaysia.
Regards
Chan Lai Kuan
President
Malaysia Society of Radiographers
The 1st South East Asia Radiographers' Conference which is going to be held at Equatorial Hotel, Malacca, Malaysia from 21st - 23rd August, 2014 is now open for abstract submission.
Early Bird registration is USD 200
Student registration is USD 150
Online abstract submission: http://goo.gl/8MTS1U
Looking forward to see all of you in Malaysia.
Regards
Chan Lai Kuan
President
Malaysia Society of Radiographers
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AGM 2014 - 29th June 2014 - The News letter No 4 & 5(include CT Diploma Application form). Download1 , Download 2
DoseWise RADIOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2014 COMPETITION
Will you be the ISRRT DoseWise Radiographer of the year in 2014 and win a trip to Helsinki?
And the winner is…..? We are excited to announce the next ISRRT DoseWise Radiographer of year 2014 contest. In support of radiation dose management awareness, the International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT) and Philips are giving one radiographer the opportunity to become the ISRRT DoseWise Radiographer of the Year 2014. Please tell us what you have done to improve patient safety by managing radiation. The winner will receive sponsorship including flights and accommodation to attend the 18th ISRRT World Congress in Helsinki, Finland (June 12th to June 15th 2014).
Your entries will be assessed by a panel representing the international and diverse nature of the ISRRT and its member societies. The panel will select a winner who they feel has successfully communicated what they have done to improve patient safety through dose management. The winner will be announced in conjunction with the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) in Vienna, Austria from March 6-10, 2014.
Do not hesitate and enter the contest on www.dosewise.com. On World Radiography Day 8th November 2013 the contest is officially opened, the entry period will run until February 6, 2014.
The winner will be granted time to speak about dose safety at the ISRRT World Congress 2014 in Helsinki, Finland on June 12-15, 2014.
Click on: www.dosewise.com.
The International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists ISRRT is pleased to announce that it has been agreed to continue with the very successful Travel Support Fund (introduced for the ISRRT World Congress in Toronto in 2012) for the 2014 ISRRT World Congress in Helsinki, Finland.
This fund is available to assist radiographers and medical radiation technologists from lower and middle income countries, as defined by the World Bank (see: http://data.worldbank.org/about/country-classifications/country-and-lending-groups#Upper_middle_income) to participate in the 2014 ISRRT World Congress, which will take place from June 12 to 15 in Helsinki, Finland.
The criteria are attached above.
An application form and all details will be available as of Monday, October 14th , on the congress website at: http://www.2014isrrt.fi/and should be returned to the ISRRT CEO at [email protected]
Several societies have already agreed to donate to this fund and their names will be announced on the website. Societies and individuals wishing to make a contribution to the fund are invited to contact the ISRRT CEO at [email protected] .
Will you be the ISRRT DoseWise Radiographer of the year in 2014 and win a trip to Helsinki?
And the winner is…..? We are excited to announce the next ISRRT DoseWise Radiographer of year 2014 contest. In support of radiation dose management awareness, the International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT) and Philips are giving one radiographer the opportunity to become the ISRRT DoseWise Radiographer of the Year 2014. Please tell us what you have done to improve patient safety by managing radiation. The winner will receive sponsorship including flights and accommodation to attend the 18th ISRRT World Congress in Helsinki, Finland (June 12th to June 15th 2014).
Your entries will be assessed by a panel representing the international and diverse nature of the ISRRT and its member societies. The panel will select a winner who they feel has successfully communicated what they have done to improve patient safety through dose management. The winner will be announced in conjunction with the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) in Vienna, Austria from March 6-10, 2014.
Do not hesitate and enter the contest on www.dosewise.com. On World Radiography Day 8th November 2013 the contest is officially opened, the entry period will run until February 6, 2014.
The winner will be granted time to speak about dose safety at the ISRRT World Congress 2014 in Helsinki, Finland on June 12-15, 2014.
Click on: www.dosewise.com.
The International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists ISRRT is pleased to announce that it has been agreed to continue with the very successful Travel Support Fund (introduced for the ISRRT World Congress in Toronto in 2012) for the 2014 ISRRT World Congress in Helsinki, Finland.
This fund is available to assist radiographers and medical radiation technologists from lower and middle income countries, as defined by the World Bank (see: http://data.worldbank.org/about/country-classifications/country-and-lending-groups#Upper_middle_income) to participate in the 2014 ISRRT World Congress, which will take place from June 12 to 15 in Helsinki, Finland.
The criteria are attached above.
An application form and all details will be available as of Monday, October 14th , on the congress website at: http://www.2014isrrt.fi/and should be returned to the ISRRT CEO at [email protected]
Several societies have already agreed to donate to this fund and their names will be announced on the website. Societies and individuals wishing to make a contribution to the fund are invited to contact the ISRRT CEO at [email protected] .
NEWS - 08.05.2013
The Society met with the Vice chanceller of the University of Peradeniya to discuss about the proposed external degree programme for radiographers. The dean of FAHS, lecturers of the department of radiography FAHS and the officials of the SRTSL particiapted in the event. The VC assured that he will look into the matter deeply and extend his fullest support to get it approved as early as possible.
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Word of Appreciation
Radiographers workshop at the Annual Academic Session of Sri Lanka College of Radiologists
Date :- 18th August 2013 Venue :- Cinnamon Grand Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka
The SRTSL wish to thank the Sri Lanka College of Radiologist for organizing the event,
and Dr. Ai Lee Chang for excellent selection of the lecturer & for coordinating,
Mrs. Beverly Ann Snaith for her untiring effort put into the inspiring, brain storminng preparation and commendable presentation and conducting a day's work alone.
RADIOGRAPHY EMERGENCE OF A PROFESSION
Conducted by Miss. Beverly Ann Snaith- Consultant Radiographer from UK
8:00-840. Registration
8:40-9:00 Introduction and context
9:00-9:15. Radiography emergence of a profession
9:15-9-45. Evidence based radiography why and what we do
9:45-10:15 image optimization the challenge of CR and DR
10:15-10:45 TEA
10:45-11:45 Back to basics chest
11:45-12:30 Clinical governance relevance to radiography
12:30-12:45 sponsor lecture
12:45-14:00 LUNCH
14:00-14:45 Back to basics the pelvis
14:45-15:15 Multidisciplinary work
15:15-15:30 next steps Opportunities for personal
professional development in the work place
and Dr. Ai Lee Chang for excellent selection of the lecturer & for coordinating,
Mrs. Beverly Ann Snaith for her untiring effort put into the inspiring, brain storminng preparation and commendable presentation and conducting a day's work alone.
RADIOGRAPHY EMERGENCE OF A PROFESSION
Conducted by Miss. Beverly Ann Snaith- Consultant Radiographer from UK
8:00-840. Registration
8:40-9:00 Introduction and context
9:00-9:15. Radiography emergence of a profession
9:15-9-45. Evidence based radiography why and what we do
9:45-10:15 image optimization the challenge of CR and DR
10:15-10:45 TEA
10:45-11:45 Back to basics chest
11:45-12:30 Clinical governance relevance to radiography
12:30-12:45 sponsor lecture
12:45-14:00 LUNCH
14:00-14:45 Back to basics the pelvis
14:45-15:15 Multidisciplinary work
15:15-15:30 next steps Opportunities for personal
professional development in the work place
Society of Radiological Technologists – Sri Lanka
Academic Session and Annual General Meeting- 2013 was held successfully on 9th June 2013.
Date : Sunday, 9th June 2013
Venue : Hotel Janaki, FIFE ROAD, Thimbirigasyaya, Colombo 05
Agenda:
1. Academic Session
8.30- 9.00 Registration
9.00 AM - National Anthem
Lighting the Oil Lamp
Observation of1 minute silence for the members bereaved
9.15 AM – Welcome address by the president
9. 20 AM – “Iodine Therapy”
Mr. T.D.Premaratne, Medical Physicist, Cancer Hospital Maharagama
10.20 AM - Tea
10.40AM- “Advanced Application of CT” by Dr. Lalith Gamage , Consultant Radiologist. General
Hospital Kandy.
11.40 AM – “ Dual energy CT Applications and updates” Specialist from Wipro GE Healthcare
13.15 – Vote of thanks
13.20 PM LUNCH
14.15 PM – Annual General Meeting
Opening address by president
Reading and adoption of the minutes of the last AGM
Approval of Accounts
Annual report
Election of new Committee of Management
Resolutions
Any other business
Vote of thanks
16.00PM – Conclusion
Academic Session and Annual General Meeting- 2013 was held successfully on 9th June 2013.
Date : Sunday, 9th June 2013
Venue : Hotel Janaki, FIFE ROAD, Thimbirigasyaya, Colombo 05
Agenda:
1. Academic Session
8.30- 9.00 Registration
9.00 AM - National Anthem
Lighting the Oil Lamp
Observation of1 minute silence for the members bereaved
9.15 AM – Welcome address by the president
9. 20 AM – “Iodine Therapy”
Mr. T.D.Premaratne, Medical Physicist, Cancer Hospital Maharagama
10.20 AM - Tea
10.40AM- “Advanced Application of CT” by Dr. Lalith Gamage , Consultant Radiologist. General
Hospital Kandy.
11.40 AM – “ Dual energy CT Applications and updates” Specialist from Wipro GE Healthcare
13.15 – Vote of thanks
13.20 PM LUNCH
14.15 PM – Annual General Meeting
Opening address by president
Reading and adoption of the minutes of the last AGM
Approval of Accounts
Annual report
Election of new Committee of Management
Resolutions
Any other business
Vote of thanks
16.00PM – Conclusion
AGM & Academic session 2013
The Academic session and the AGM 2013 will be held on 9th June 2013 at Hotel Janaki, Thimbirigasyaya, Colombo 05.
The members are requested to inform the committee in writing, by phone, or throguh SMS whether they will attend the event as soon as possible. This will help for theee arrangement of refreshments during the day. E-mail : [email protected] . Phone : 0716537147, 0773147256, 0716066650, 0718664832
The members are requested to inform the committee in writing, by phone, or throguh SMS whether they will attend the event as soon as possible. This will help for theee arrangement of refreshments during the day. E-mail : [email protected] . Phone : 0716537147, 0773147256, 0716066650, 0718664832
Message from JCRT
The 29th Japan Conference on Radiological Technologists (29JCRT)
http://www.csj-sanin.net/29jcrt/
The 29th Japan Conference on Radiological Technologists (29JCRT) will be held from Sep 20th
through 22nd in 2013, at Shimane Civic Center in Matsue city, Shimane prefecture. The 29th
Japan Conference on Radiological Technologists (29JCRT) is hosted by Japan Association of
Radiological Technologists (JART) and Shimane Association of Radiological Technologists (SART). The conference theme is “Collaboration with People and Healthcare Providers Providing
First-Rate Medical Care”. Educational topics and workshops in 29JCRT will feature more than
20 aspects in the field of education and radiological technologies. Well-known scientists will be invited for educational speeches, special lectures, keynotes and theme symposia. For further information about the 29JCRT, please visit www.csj-sanin.net/29jcrt/.
Important dates
Abstract submission: April 30, 2013
Notice of acceptance: June 30, 2013
Author registration: August 31, 2013
Early bird registration: August 31, 2013
Registration Fees:
Early bird registration fee: 150 US$ (including evening reception)
Standard bird registration fee: 200US$ (including evening reception)
Travel Grants:
The objective of travel grants is to support up to 10 international radiological technologists who
make oral presentation in an international session and participate in the 29JCRT in Japan.
The travel grant is worth US$1,000 each and covers airfare and hotel accommodations. All the
applicants must submit the following two items to the JART office:
1) An application form for the Travel Grant
2) A letter of nomination (from the president of your society)
Closing date of submission for the travel grant: April 30, 2013
Please send your application to JART office by the deadline.
If you have any questions about the 29JCRT, feel free to ask the program committee, Dr. Naoki Kodama (e-mail: [email protected]). Best Regards,
Naoki Kodama, Ph.D.
Japan Association of Radiological Technologists, JART
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http://www.csj-sanin.net/29jcrt/
The 29th Japan Conference on Radiological Technologists (29JCRT) will be held from Sep 20th
through 22nd in 2013, at Shimane Civic Center in Matsue city, Shimane prefecture. The 29th
Japan Conference on Radiological Technologists (29JCRT) is hosted by Japan Association of
Radiological Technologists (JART) and Shimane Association of Radiological Technologists (SART). The conference theme is “Collaboration with People and Healthcare Providers Providing
First-Rate Medical Care”. Educational topics and workshops in 29JCRT will feature more than
20 aspects in the field of education and radiological technologies. Well-known scientists will be invited for educational speeches, special lectures, keynotes and theme symposia. For further information about the 29JCRT, please visit www.csj-sanin.net/29jcrt/.
Important dates
Abstract submission: April 30, 2013
Notice of acceptance: June 30, 2013
Author registration: August 31, 2013
Early bird registration: August 31, 2013
Registration Fees:
Early bird registration fee: 150 US$ (including evening reception)
Standard bird registration fee: 200US$ (including evening reception)
Travel Grants:
The objective of travel grants is to support up to 10 international radiological technologists who
make oral presentation in an international session and participate in the 29JCRT in Japan.
The travel grant is worth US$1,000 each and covers airfare and hotel accommodations. All the
applicants must submit the following two items to the JART office:
1) An application form for the Travel Grant
2) A letter of nomination (from the president of your society)
Closing date of submission for the travel grant: April 30, 2013
Please send your application to JART office by the deadline.
If you have any questions about the 29JCRT, feel free to ask the program committee, Dr. Naoki Kodama (e-mail: [email protected]). Best Regards,
Naoki Kodama, Ph.D.
Japan Association of Radiological Technologists, JART
attachments — Download all attachments An application form for the Travel Grant.pdf
64K View Download Call_for_Abstract_29JCRT.pdf
15K View Download
e-Hospital in rural area- Dompe
Watch the video - click the link belowhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YqujXDfHHQ&feature=youtu.be
Niels Henrik David Bohr
Niels Henrik David Bohr was a Danish physicist who made foundational contributions to understanding atomic structure and quantum mechanics, for which he received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1922. Wikipedia
Born: October 7, 1885, Copenhagen
Died: November 18, 1962, Copenhagen
Education: Trinity College, Cambridge, University of Copenhagen, University of Cambridge
Awards: Nobel Prize in Physics, Copley Medal, Franklin Medal
Children: Aage Niels Bohr
Siblings: Harald Bohr
Born: October 7, 1885, Copenhagen
Died: November 18, 1962, Copenhagen
Education: Trinity College, Cambridge, University of Copenhagen, University of Cambridge
Awards: Nobel Prize in Physics, Copley Medal, Franklin Medal
Children: Aage Niels Bohr
Siblings: Harald Bohr
Annual Scientific Session & AGM 2012
was successfully held on 22nd July 2012 from 8.45 AM to 3.00 PM at the Auditorium of the Postal Department Head quarters, D.R.Wijewardhana Mawatha, Colombo10. About 150 RTs participated.
The Diploma certificates for the successful candidates of the CT training programme was issued.
Two very valuable lectures were delivered; one by Dr Vibash Wijeratne, Medical administrator, allied health sciences,Durdans Hospital, and the other by Mr. Kolo pelesikoti from Toshiba Medical systems, Japan.
At the AGM the president of the society presented his experience at the ISRRT world congress and CAMRT Annual general conference which was held in June 2012 in Toronto, Canada
The Diploma certificates for the successful candidates of the CT training programme was issued.
Two very valuable lectures were delivered; one by Dr Vibash Wijeratne, Medical administrator, allied health sciences,Durdans Hospital, and the other by Mr. Kolo pelesikoti from Toshiba Medical systems, Japan.
At the AGM the president of the society presented his experience at the ISRRT world congress and CAMRT Annual general conference which was held in June 2012 in Toronto, Canada
World Radiography Day & Journal
The committee of management decided to celebrate the world radiography day in November. date and venue to be decided.
Articles are invited from the interested personnel to be published in the next volume of the Journal which will be launched on the world radiography day 2012.
Articles are invited from the interested personnel to be published in the next volume of the Journal which will be launched on the world radiography day 2012.
Request from Indian Association of Radiotherapy Technologists
Mr. V.G.Wimalasena.
Dear Sir,
I am secretary general of Association of Radiation Therapy Technologists of India (ARTTI) estd in the year 1996. This association is exclusively for Radiation therapy Technologists/Radiotherapists/ Therapy Radiographers for developing academic activities. So far we have conducted 15 National, 3 Inter National & 1 SAARC conference in different states of India. we got around 1000 members in our association and our next conference is to be held on Oct 12-14th 2012. Plz visit www.artticon2012.com. our association websitewww.artti.org.in.
kindly circulate among your Therapy Radiographer/ Radiotherapy Technologists regarding our conference
I also take liberty to Invite you on behalf of organizers for the said conference.
with regards
Appari Sridhar
Secretary General ARTTI
mobile: 09849070541
Dear Sir,
I am secretary general of Association of Radiation Therapy Technologists of India (ARTTI) estd in the year 1996. This association is exclusively for Radiation therapy Technologists/Radiotherapists/ Therapy Radiographers for developing academic activities. So far we have conducted 15 National, 3 Inter National & 1 SAARC conference in different states of India. we got around 1000 members in our association and our next conference is to be held on Oct 12-14th 2012. Plz visit www.artticon2012.com. our association websitewww.artti.org.in.
kindly circulate among your Therapy Radiographer/ Radiotherapy Technologists regarding our conference
I also take liberty to Invite you on behalf of organizers for the said conference.
with regards
Appari Sridhar
Secretary General ARTTI
mobile: 09849070541
"PATIENT" - A patient's perspective
I am yourPATIENT
My P is for,
· I am a person, a human being and need treating as such.
· Be patient with me, I may be frightened or confused.
· Please be aware and don’t assume I have the same knowledge or understanding as you.
· Please don’t presume that you can call me by my first name, ask me first.
· Please don’t presume I am well just because I look well.
· Help me prioritise my care, as I do normally everyday, a small thing can mean so much to me.
· Be professional- act and look like a professional.
· Powerless – remember I may be feeling powerless within a strange environment.
· Be personable, a smile can be so reassuring.
My A is for,
· Awareness – please don’t talk over me or about your weekend to your colleague unless you involve me.
· Please try not to bring your worries or hangover to work it is always obvious and lessens my confidence in you.
My T is for,
· Think before you speak or act, it is hard to take a loose word or action back.
· Try and think how you would feel in my situation.
· Try and gain my trust.
· Treat me with dignity please.
My I is for Importance,
· I am the most important person to you, I am your patient, but never forget you are just as important to me as you are my carer.
· Use your imagination to help solve my perceived or actual problems.
· But most of all keep me informed about my care.
My Eis for Explanation,
· Explain to me who you are, what you are doing and why.
· Try to make my burden easier.
My N is for Nurture,
· Try and nurture me I am probably scared.
· Keep me safe and secure.
· Think it is not what I say, It is sometimes what I don’t say, find out what it is and how you help me.
· But most of all listen to me.
My T is for Trust,
· Gain my trust.
· But most of all please treat me like your most cherished family member or friend.
Sent by mrs. R.V.P.Balasooriya
I am yourPATIENT
My P is for,
· I am a person, a human being and need treating as such.
· Be patient with me, I may be frightened or confused.
· Please be aware and don’t assume I have the same knowledge or understanding as you.
· Please don’t presume that you can call me by my first name, ask me first.
· Please don’t presume I am well just because I look well.
· Help me prioritise my care, as I do normally everyday, a small thing can mean so much to me.
· Be professional- act and look like a professional.
· Powerless – remember I may be feeling powerless within a strange environment.
· Be personable, a smile can be so reassuring.
My A is for,
· Awareness – please don’t talk over me or about your weekend to your colleague unless you involve me.
· Please try not to bring your worries or hangover to work it is always obvious and lessens my confidence in you.
My T is for,
· Think before you speak or act, it is hard to take a loose word or action back.
· Try and think how you would feel in my situation.
· Try and gain my trust.
· Treat me with dignity please.
My I is for Importance,
· I am the most important person to you, I am your patient, but never forget you are just as important to me as you are my carer.
· Use your imagination to help solve my perceived or actual problems.
· But most of all keep me informed about my care.
My Eis for Explanation,
· Explain to me who you are, what you are doing and why.
· Try to make my burden easier.
My N is for Nurture,
· Try and nurture me I am probably scared.
· Keep me safe and secure.
· Think it is not what I say, It is sometimes what I don’t say, find out what it is and how you help me.
· But most of all listen to me.
My T is for Trust,
· Gain my trust.
· But most of all please treat me like your most cherished family member or friend.
Sent by mrs. R.V.P.Balasooriya
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Agenda - Annual Scientific Session & AGM 2012. Download file below.
This is published here on the request of: Jacqueline Lye, International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF), Asia Pacific Office.
Greetings from the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF)!
IOF cordially invites the members of the Society of Radiological Technologists Sri Lanka to attend the IOF Regionals – 3rd Asia Pacific Osteoporosis Meeting in Kuala Lumpur from December 13 to 16, 2012 -For detail visit http://www.iofbonehealth.org/kualalumpur-2012.
IOF cordially invites the members of the Society of Radiological Technologists Sri Lanka to attend the IOF Regionals – 3rd Asia Pacific Osteoporosis Meeting in Kuala Lumpur from December 13 to 16, 2012 -For detail visit http://www.iofbonehealth.org/kualalumpur-2012.
Introducing Our Senior most living Radiographer
Mr. A.D.S. Wijesinghe is 90 yrs now. Born on 10th Sep 1922
He has Joined the Radiography training on 15th March 1944. First appointment as a radiographer on 15.03.1946.
He has specialized as a radiographer both in Diagnostic & Therapy.
He became the superintendent Radiographer of the General Hospital colombo on 2nd May 1973. Retired on 10th Sept. 1978 as Superintendent Radiographer (then general Hospital Colombo) National Hospital of Sri Lanka.
He says, " when we joined the radiography department the designation was "X-ray Technician". Later it was changed to "Radiographer" when the designation was changed in the UK. I passed the M.S.R London examination in Radiotherapy in 1958. It was necessary to undergo training in Radiotherapy, before promotion to grade I at the 12th year.
So we were compelled to do radiotherapy and at the same time to pass MSR in Radiotherapy.
When I reverted back to diagnostic department I was compelled to pass MSR Radiography (diagnostic). Now I am the most senior Radiographer in the diagnostic side in retirement."... " Those days there were no ECG technicians. We had to do the ECGs and we were paid an additional payment for that..." ...The x-ray machines were not shock proofed. The high tension cables did not have insulation. We had three x-ray machines operated with one high tension generator.. There was a warning sign board at the entrance 'Danger 50,000 Volts".
" Radiography was a highly recognized job. We were respected every where by every one. Our salaries were comparatively higher than that of most other government employees' ."
He is very kind hearted and soft spoken person. He has helped the junior radiographers in their difficulties and helped them to develop their educational standards during his tenure as the superintendent radiographer.
We wish him healthy life!
He Lives in "Somi Sevana, Weragama Road, Mahawadduwa, Wadduwa. Tel. 0384921394
He has Joined the Radiography training on 15th March 1944. First appointment as a radiographer on 15.03.1946.
He has specialized as a radiographer both in Diagnostic & Therapy.
He became the superintendent Radiographer of the General Hospital colombo on 2nd May 1973. Retired on 10th Sept. 1978 as Superintendent Radiographer (then general Hospital Colombo) National Hospital of Sri Lanka.
He says, " when we joined the radiography department the designation was "X-ray Technician". Later it was changed to "Radiographer" when the designation was changed in the UK. I passed the M.S.R London examination in Radiotherapy in 1958. It was necessary to undergo training in Radiotherapy, before promotion to grade I at the 12th year.
So we were compelled to do radiotherapy and at the same time to pass MSR in Radiotherapy.
When I reverted back to diagnostic department I was compelled to pass MSR Radiography (diagnostic). Now I am the most senior Radiographer in the diagnostic side in retirement."... " Those days there were no ECG technicians. We had to do the ECGs and we were paid an additional payment for that..." ...The x-ray machines were not shock proofed. The high tension cables did not have insulation. We had three x-ray machines operated with one high tension generator.. There was a warning sign board at the entrance 'Danger 50,000 Volts".
" Radiography was a highly recognized job. We were respected every where by every one. Our salaries were comparatively higher than that of most other government employees' ."
He is very kind hearted and soft spoken person. He has helped the junior radiographers in their difficulties and helped them to develop their educational standards during his tenure as the superintendent radiographer.
We wish him healthy life!
He Lives in "Somi Sevana, Weragama Road, Mahawadduwa, Wadduwa. Tel. 0384921394
