- 1. Understand the Unique Challenges of Breast Imaging
- 2. Learn about Targeted Breast US & Breast MR Indications
- 3. Learn Mammography procedures
- 4. Understand Ultrasound biopsies and procedures
- 5. Get acquainted with new and emerging technologies in breast imaging
- 6. Learn about breast Tomosynthesis Technological considerations
- 7. Appreciate Compassion in Healthcare
- 8. Learn about Quality Control in Digital Mammography
- – Ms. Jia Inacio , MBA, BSc, MRT(R)
- – Dr. Kavita Dhamanaskar, MBBS, FRCP(C)
- – Ms. Rosie Nouraini , MRT(R), CRGS, CRVS
- – Ms. Victoria Stefantschitsch, MRT (R), BMRSc
- – Ms. Grace Ming Yan Kwong, MRT(R)(MR)
- – Mr. John R. Peacock ,CRGS, Educator
- – Ms. Sheetal Ruparelia, MRT(R), BSc. (Hons)
Short Biographies
Ms. Jia Inacio, MBA, BSc, MRT(R): Ms. Inacio holds a Bachelor of Science degree from University of Toronto/The Michener Institute, and Masters of Business Administration from Rotman School of Management (UofT). She has over 10 years of experience in Medical Radiation Sciences, specialised in breast Imaging. Jia’s work experiences come from local clinic, regional hospitals, as well as specialized cancer centre. Jia currently manages the Breast Health Centre at Humber River Hospital.
Dr. Kavita Dhamanaskar, MBBS, FRCP(C): Dr. Dhamanaskar is Site Chief of Diagnostic Imaging- West Lincoln Memorial Hospital and Medical Lead, Breast Assessment Centre of Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre. She completed her radiology residency at the B. J. Medical College, University of Pune, India and K.E.M hospital, University of Pune, India. Fellowship: Breast Imaging, University Health Network, University of Toronto and Abdominal Imaging, University Health Network, University of Toronto.
Ms. Rosie Nouraini MRT(R), CRGS, CRVS: Ms. Nouraini is a Canadian Registered General and Vascular Sonographer (CRGS, CRVS) with a back ground in Diagnostic Radiography (MRT). Rosie is currently working as a Sonographer at Mackenzie Health Hospital (MHH) where she mentors and trains students in her role as the clinical instructor. Rosie’s long carrier in imaging has given her ample opportunities to hold leadership positions both as the Senior Technologist and the Clinical Coordinator (2011-2015). Rosie’s clinical teaching experience dates back to 1997 when she was first hired at Toronto General Hospital. Since then, she has increased her clinical and academic involvement by accepting contract positions as the clinical instructor ( The Michener Institute, Toronto, 2015) and lecturer ( Ultrasound and Beyond , Toronto, 2017). She has also volunteered in student selection process by being an interviewer at Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI) at the Michener Institute (May 2015). Rosie is the proud recipient of the following awards and recognitions from The Michener Institute: 1996 ATL academic award in abdominal Sonography; 2011 values in action award for her compassion in teaching; and 2015 plaque of recognition as a valued Clinical Coordinator and partner for the initiatives she took to help make Mackenzie Health Hospital a Sonography teaching site. Rosie is a first time guest speaker at VCA.
Ms. Victoria Stefantschitsch, MRT (R), BMRSc: Ms. Stefantschitsch is an MRT with approximately 10 years of experience in the field of breast imaging. She began her career as a technologist in the Marvelle Koffler Breast Centre at Mount Sinai Hospital dedicated to mammography. Victoria joined GE Healthcare as an Applications Specialist in Mammography and spent six years traveling Canada supporting Technologists and Radiologists as they implemented new digital mammography equipment… In 2017 Victoria moved into a new role as the Women’s Imaging Product Manager at GE Healthcare Canada. Victoria is currently completing her Masters degree in Health Management at McMaster University. She is also an active volunteer with the Ontario Association of Medical Radiation Sciences as the vice chair of the Great Pine Ridge Section and she also sits on the Board of Directors of the Association.
Ms. Grace Ming Yan Kwong, MRT(R)(MR): Grace is experienced in clinical mammography and breast sonography and has been practicing as a dedicated breast technologist in Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre for six years. She holds an undergraduate HBSc in Toxicology as well as a BSc and an advance diploma in Medical Radiation Sciences (Radiological Technologies) from University of Toronto/ The Michener’s Institute; carries a Breast Ultrasound Certificate from the Medical Technology Management Institute; and is also a registered technologist for both Radiography and MRI. She performs screening and diagnostic mammograms, diagnostic breast ultrasound under the radiologists’ supervision and also assists in interventional breast procedures on a daily basis.
Mr. John R. Peacock: Mr. PEACOCK graduated with Dean’s Honour’s from MoHawk College from all Healthcare programs he attended, including both Radiography and Diagnostic Medical Sonography. He is a past recipient, of the Upjohn Ltd Award for Patient Care and the Toshiba Canada Ltd award for Outstanding Achievement in Ultrasound Imaging Procedures. John received invaluable clinical experience at the Henderson General Hospital (associated with the Regional Cancer Centre), St. Joseph’s Hospital and McMaster University Medical Centre in Hamilton, Ontario which is the reason he was sought out to set up and run the Community Based Ultrasound Program for Sioux Lookout Zone remote regions. On behalf of Health Canada he was recruited by former Zone Hospital, and the University of Toronto’s Northern Medical Program in Sioux Lookout Ontario, for a 3 month pilot project to set up the Community Outreach Ultrasound Program beginning February 1, 1996. He decided to stay and work the program as both administrator and active sonographer because he saw the value of the program in saving mothers and their unborn children in this underserviced remote region. He worked full time for over twenty years to ensure the First Nation’s people in the Sioux Lookout Zone had quality Diagnostic Sonography in their communities, reducing wait times and benefits similar to the rest of the country. He left that position in the spring of 2017 and now has time for his other passion of educating and spreading the word about Adverse Childhood Experiences and the effects trauma has on children and the adults they become on which he has a unique perspective working with this population.
Ms. Sheetal Ruparelia, MRT(R), BSc. (Hons): Sheetal finished her BSc (Hons) in Diagnostic Imaging from the London South Bank University in June 2006. She has a keen interest in breast imaging and therefore obtained a post graduate certificate in mammography in May 2009, from Kingston University. She has practiced in various government and private hospitals/clinics, both in London, England and Toronto, Ontario. She has held roles to assist with maintaining quality assurance, training and development of staff (new employees and less experienced staff). She takes great pride in educating people, enhancing her knowledge through self-learning and working effectively in teams and on various projects. This makes her a pleasant and valuable team member.
