BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//VCA Education - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://vcaeducation.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for VCA Education REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T123000 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20231001T224844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T224738Z UID:10000246-1775984400-1776515400@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:Radiation Therapy- Bridging the Gap with the Canadian Professional Practice - Live Webinars DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar \n\n\n\nWebinar: April 12 and April 18\, 2026\n\n\n\nApril 12\, 2026 – 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.(EST)April 18\, 2026 – 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.(EST) \n\n\n\nRegistration for the webinar: $400 (+HST)\n\n\nAfter registration\, you will receive information to access the Webinar\n\n\n\nYou will receive an email with the Zoom enrolment details one week before the event. If you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca \nAbout the Tutorial \nThe focus of this Tutorial for IEMRT is the Canadian Professional Practice in Radiation Therapy; \nWebinar Objectives \n\nRadiation Therapy Practice in Canada.\nBrachytherapy\nRadiation Therapy Planning\nPatient Management and Disease Site Overview\nPreparing to write the Canadian National Certification exam in Radiation Therapy\n\nDownload Schedule \nScroll Down \, click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online (credit card or paypal) \n\n \n \n \n Audience \n \n\n \n Objectives \n \n\n \n Speakers \n \n\n \n Schedule \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Internationally Educated Medical Radiation Technologists (IEMRT) in the discipline of Radiation Therapy\n \n\n \n Webinar Objectives \n\nRadiation Therapy Practice in Canada.\nBrachytherapy\nRadiation Therapy Planning\nPatient Management and Disease Site Overview\nPreparing to write the Canadian National Certification exam in Radiation Therapy.\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n \nKRISTA DAWDY MRT(T)\, BSc. (Hons)\, MSc. \n\n\n\nV\n\nWorking as the Clinical Educator for radiation therapy at the Odette Cancer Centre\, Sunnybrook Hospital in Toronto Canada I engage in both staff and student education. As a practice based researcher with an appointment as instructor in the Division of Radiation Oncology\, University of Toronto\, I continue to be involved in strategic initiatives in education and research with my most recent participation as co-director of an accredited leadership workshop in cancer education through the University of Toronto\, Continuing Professional Development. I am very passionate about learning and continuing professional development\, with publications in both patient and staff education and was most recently awarded the Excellence in Clinical Education from the University of Toronto. I have worked as a frontline radiation therapist for over 20 years and within clinical education for over 10 years and continue to be engaged in both local\, national and international education. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n  URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/radiation-therapy-bridging-the-gap-with-the-canadian-professional-practice-live-webinar-spring2026/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Bridging The Gap GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260306T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260320T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20260130T220449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T010321Z UID:10000286-1772812800-1774015200@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:MRI - Bridging the Gap with the Canadian Professional Practice - Live Webinar DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar \n\n \n\n\n\nWebinar: March 6\, 13\, and 20\, 2026: 10 hours\n\n\nTimes: see the schedule below\n\n\nRegistration for the webinar: $450 (+HST)\n\n\nAfter registration\, you will receive information to access the Webinar\n\n\n\n\nOne week before the event\, you will receive an email with the Zoom enrollment details. If you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca \nAbout the Tutorial \nThe focus of this Tutorial for IEMRT is the Canadian Professional Practice in MRI. \nWebinar Objectives \n\nIntroduction to National Competency Profile and Roles of MRT.\nCare Provider Role Competencies Including Patient Interventions\nIntegrate safe work principles and procedures into practice\nOperation of MRI Equipment and Quality Control Testing\nMRI Clinical Procedures and Pathologies\n\nDownload Schedule \nScroll Down \, click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online (credit card or paypal) \n\n \n \n \n Audience \n \n\n \n Objectives \n \n\n \n Speakers \n \n\n \n Schedule \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Internationally Educated Medical Radiation Technologists (IEMRT) in the discipline of MRI\n \n\n \n Webinar Objectives \n\nIntroduction to National Competency Profile and Roles of MRT.\nCare Provider Role competencies Including Patient Interventions\nIntegrate safe work principles and procedures into practice\nOperation of MRI Equipment and Quality control testing\nMRI Clinical Procedures and pathologies\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n \nVALENTINA AL HAMOUCHE RTR\, BSC. Hon.\, MSc.; CEO VCA Education \n\n\n \nJennifer Oliver BSc. Hon.\, MRT (R)(MR) \n\n\n\nValentina holds an M.Sc. Health Systems Management\, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine\, University of London\, UK and B.Sc. (Hons) in Radiography Anglia Polytechnic University\, Cambridge\, UK Applied Health Sciences Department\, Division of Radiography. She has also received a FAETC: Further Adult and Education Teacher’s Certificate from the College of North-East London\, UK (1991)\, and a Diploma in Radiologic Technology American University of Beirut-Medical Centre Radiologic Technology Training Program\, Lebanon. In 1994\, she has pursued further education and training in radiation safety sponsored by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) at the International Center of Theoretical Physics (ICTP) in Trieste Italy. She has over 30 years of radiography teaching experience at different Universities in Canada and abroad. She is certified with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). In 2017 she founded VCA Education Solutions for Health Professionals\, Inc.\n\nJennifer Oliver is working with VCA to help educate and assist with the continued professional development of her fellow Medical Radiation Technologists (MRTs). Jenny (as she prefers to be called) chose to become a healthcare professional to repay the caring support and competent treatment she received after being diagnosed with Type I Diabetes at age seven. She is a trained and certified MRT with an Honours Bachelor of Science Degree from St George’s University of London\, England; part of Kingston University\, UK. Jenny has over five years of hospital and private clinic Radiography Department experience\, including Accident & Emergency. She quickly achieved promotion to Band 6 (Senior UK) Radiographer and was then put in charge of paediatric imaging for all imaging modalities\, but with specific focus in Non-Accidental Trauma. Her most recent employer was the prestigious Stoke Mandeville Hospital in Aylesbury\, England. While in this senior position\, Jenny was trained in Computed Tomography (CT)\, interventional procedures\, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)\, and holds a certificate in Intravenous (IV) Cannulation\, allowing her to administer contrast media along with other drugs used to facilitate scans. Having recently returned to Canada with her young family after a 20-year absence\, Jenny completed the requirements of CAMRT to transfer her UK qualifications to work as a Canadian MRT in radiography and MRI\, and she is now a member in good standing with CMRITO. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/mri-bridging-the-gap-with-the-canadian-professional-practice-live-webinar-spring2026/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Bridging The Gap GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260306T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260411T124500 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20251118T132708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T134201Z UID:10000284-1772791200-1775911500@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:A Series of 13 Live Webinars - Bridging the Gap with the Canadian Professional Practice in Radiography-Spring 2026 DESCRIPTION:Starting March 6\, 2026 (webinars are not recorded)\nEnroll once and continue attending until you pass the Canadian national certification exam. VCA Education also provides pathways to potential employment opportunities\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe focus of these webinars for IEMRT is the Canadian Professional Practice in Radiography;\nAt the end of each webinar you will have a Competency Based QUIZ.\nAlso VCA Education offers private individual webinars tailored to your needs\, email valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca for more information.\nTo register for specific webinars only\, email valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca.\n\nFor MRI and Radiation Therapy exam preparation email valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca for more information.\nOne week before the event you will receive an email with the Zoom enrolment details. If you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca\n\nDownload the Schedule \n \nDownload Schedule \nScroll Down \, click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online (credit card or paypal) \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Internationally Educated Medical Radiation Technologists (IEMRT)\n \n\n \n At the end of each webinar you will have a Competency Based QUIZ. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/a-series-of-13-live-webinars-bridging-the-gap-with-the-canadian-professional-practice-in-radiography-spring-2026/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Bridging The Gap GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251206T125500 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20250509T185218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T134832Z UID:10000278-1765015200-1765025700@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:Compassionate Care in High-Tech Era – Live Webinar DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar \n\n\n\nDec  6\, 2025\n\n\n10:00 a.m.-12:55 p.m. (Eastern Time)\n\n\nDeadline for Registration: Dec 6\, 2025\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Live Webinar \nThe focus of this Live Webinar is on Compassionate Care in the High-Tech Era; the webinar will cover: \n\nHow to care in the era of AI\nDementia care in the high technology era\nCaring for sexual and gender diverse patients\nHealing with Heart: Compassionate care in a high-tech world with First Nation and Indigenous clientele\n\nDownload the Schedule \n \nAccreditation \n \nThis Live Webinar content has been approved by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for up to 3.0 hours CME\, Category A credit in continuing Education; recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). We provide a certificate of attendance. Attendance of the entire webinar is required to receive a certificate of attendance. \nScroll Down click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Objectives\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n All Medical Imaging Professionals. \n \n\n \n The live webinar will cover: \n\nHow to care in the era of AI\nDementia Care in the High Technology Era\nCaring for sexual and gender diverse patients\nHealing with Heart: Compassionate care in a high-tech world with First Nation and Indigenous clientele\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Christina Malamateniou\, PhD\, SFHEA\, MA (Cln.Edu.)\, Macad\, MedEd\, DIC\, BSc (Hons)\nProfessor Amanda Bolderston\, EdD\, RTT\, FCAMRT\nYvone Thackray\, FHEA\, BSc.\, MSc.\nJohn Peacock\, CRGS\, RTR\n\nShort Biographies \nDr. Christina Malamateniou\, PhD\, SFHEA\, MA (Cln.Edu.)\, Macad\, MedEd\, DIC\, BSc (Hons): Christina is the Director of the postgraduate programme of radiography at City\, University of London. She is a widely published researcher in medical imaging 9h-index 19\, over 100 publications\, with more than £3.25 million in research grants in her name as PI and Co-I and an enthusiastic educator. Her area of research revolves around AI adoption and education in radiography\, person centred care and supporting the workforce in its recovery after the Covid19 pandemic. Christina is also the chair of the AI advisory group of the SCoR and the new Chair of research for the EFRS from April 2023-2025. She works as NIHR imaging science working group member and is an elected member of the EuSomII Board. She is an associate editor with JMIRS and a regular reviewer for Radiography. Christina believes in leading from the heart and in the power (and fun) of collaborative work. \nProfessor Amanda Bolderston\, EdD\, RTT\, FCAMRT – Dr. Amanda Bolderston (she/her) is a radiation therapist\, educator and researcher with over 40 years of experience. She is a Fellow and Past President of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists and current Editor in Chief of the Canadian Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences. She is co-director of the organization Queering Cancer and she recently completed a post-doctoral fellowship at the University Health Network in Toronto focusing on the experiences of queer and trans oncology healthcare professionals. \nYvone Thackray\, BSc.\, MSc\, FHEA: Yvonne Thackray is a Clinical Academic with a distinguished career spanning education\, clinical leadership\, and healthcare policy. Her recent roles include Senior Lecturer\, Superintendent Mammographer\, and Manager of the North Central London Imaging Academy. She has also served as NHS England’s Regional Training and Development Lead for the South West and currently holds positions as an Adviser to the New Hospitals Programme and a CQC Specialist Adviser. From 2020 to 2022\, Yvonne chaired the Approval and Accreditation Board for the Society and College of Radiographers. With a strong background in diagnostic imaging and breast services\, she is deeply committed to advancing education\, workforce development\, and service improvement. In 2025\, she presented a research poster at the European Congress of Radiology (ECR)\, contributing to ongoing discussions on radiologic education and clinical practice. Yvonne’s work reflects a dynamic integration of research\, clinical expertise\, and policy influence to foster innovation and excellence in imaging services. \nJohn Peacock\, CRGS\, RTR\, has worked in healthcare for 39 years. His experience covers geriatrics\, radiology\, sonography\, education and instruction. He worked for nearly 22 years with Health Canada\, the University of Toronto serving remote First Nations in Northwestern Ontario. He worked full time to ensure the First Nation’s people in the Sioux Lookout Zone had quality Diagnostic Sonography in their communities reducing maternal and perinatal mortality rates to be on par with the rest of the country. He retired in 2017 allowing 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 which he has a unique perspective on. His experience since that time also includes running the day-to-day operations at an emergency homeless shelter and now works with the Ontario Association of Medical Radiation Sciences as an instructor in the BRT program in Nunavut. John has spoken at conferences and colleges across Canada on his experiences working remotely with First Nation peoples\, The Effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences\, and has presented on Compassionate Health Care and Racism in Healthcare. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/compassionate-care-in-high-tech-era-dec-6-2025/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251122T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260104T124500 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20250702T131246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T145712Z UID:10000283-1763805600-1767530700@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:A Series of 13 Live Webinars - Bridging the Gap with the Canadian Professional Practice in Radiography-Winter 2025 DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA Series of 13 LIVE Webinars – Starting Nov 22\, 2025\n(webinars are not recorded)\n\nThe focus of these webinars for IEMRT is the Canadian Professional Practice in Radiography;\nAt the end of each webinar you will have a Competency Based QUIZ.\nAlso VCA Education offers private individual webinars tailored to your needs\, email valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca for more information.\nTo register for specific webinars only\, email valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca.\n\nFor MRI and Radiation Therapy exam preparation email valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca for more information.\nOne week before the event you will receive an email with the Zoom enrolment details. If you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca\n\nDownload the Schedule \n \nDownload Schedule \nScroll Down \, click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online (credit card or paypal) \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Internationally Educated Medical Radiation Technologists (IEMRT)\n \n\n \n At the end of each webinar you will have a Competency Based QUIZ. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/a-series-of-13-live-webinars-bridging-the-gap-with-the-canadian-professional-practice-in-radiography-winter-2025/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Bridging The Gap GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251115T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251115T113500 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20250327T152309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T204423Z UID:10000271-1763200800-1763206500@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:Psychological Safety in Healthcare - Live Webinar DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar \n\n\n\nNov  15\, 2025\n\n\n10:00 a.m.-11:35 p.m. (Eastern Time)\n\n\nDeadline for Registration: Nov 15\, 2025\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Live Webinar \nThe focus of this Live Webinar is on Psychological Safety in Healthcare; the webinar will cover: \n\nLeadership Development: Psychological Safety in Healthcare:\n\nOutline what Psychological Safety is and its benefits in the workplace\nReview challenges in incorporating Psychological Safety in a healthcare setting\nDiscuss the key skills and practices that are important in establishing a psychologically safe environment\n\n\n\nDownload the Schedule \n \nAccreditation \n \nThis Live Webinar content has been approved by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for up to 2 hours CME\, Category A credit in continuing Education; recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). We provide certificate of attendance. Attendance of the entire webinar is required to receive a certificate of attendance. \nScroll Down click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Objectives\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n All Healthcare Profesionals. \n \n\n \n The live webinar will cover: \n\nLeadership Development: Psychological Safety in Healthcare:\n\nOutline what Psychological Safety is and its benefits in the workplace\nReview challenges in incorporating Psychological Safety in a healthcare setting\nDiscuss the key skills and practices that are important in establishing a psychologically safe environment\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n– Kerry Maddix\, M.Ed\, MHM\n\nShort Biography \nKerry Maddix\, M.Ed\, MHM: is the Founder and CEO of Owl Consulting Inc. She has over 20 years of experience in adult education\, specializing in corporate and hospital settings. Her expertise lies in the intersection of neuroscience and human behavior\, particularly the neurological processes that foster trust\, open communication\, and creative problem-solving in the workplace. Kerry has worked with organizations across industries to create environments where individuals feel empowered to speak up\, challenge ideas\, and collaborate without fear of judgment\, ultimately boosting both team performance and employee well-being. She has led initiatives that blend neuroscience with practical leadership frameworks\, helping organizations harness the full potential of their teams. Her work continues to impact leaders and organizations\, transforming cultures and driving sustained growth through human-centered leadership. \n. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/psychological-safety-in-healthcare-nov-2025/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251108T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251108T160500 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20250501T173954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250614T155052Z UID:10000275-1762614000-1762617900@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:SpaceXRay: First X-ray in Space – what changes in space and on Earth -Live Webinar DESCRIPTION:VENUE: Live Webinar \n\n\n\nNovember 8\, 2025\n\n\n03:00 p.m.-04:05 p.m. (Eastern Time)\n\n\n\nYou will receive an email with the Zoom enrollment details one week before the event.\nIf you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca \nAbout the Education Day \nThe focus of this live webinar is on: \nBy the end of this live webinar\, attendees will: \n\nLearn more about the first X-ray performed in space\, a major milestone in radiology history\nUnderstand the vision and goals of the SpaceXRay project\nLearn how dual-energy and spectral X-ray imaging support both space and Earth-based missions\nExplore the technology\, collaborations\, and early proof-of-concept results\nDiscover future steps\, opportunities for partnership\, and broader applications\n\nDownload Schedule \n \nAccreditation \n \nThis Live Webinar content has been approved by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for up to 1.0 hours Category A credit in continuing Education; recognized by the CAMRT’s provincial organizations and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). We provide certificate of attendance. \n  \nScroll Down click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online (credit card or paypal) \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Objectives\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Radiographers and MRTs\n \n\n \n \nBy the end of this live webinar\, attendees will:\n\nLearn more about the first X-ray performed in space\, a major milestone in radiology history\nUnderstand the vision and goals of the SpaceXRay project\nLearn how dual-energy and spectral X-ray imaging support both space and Earth-based missions\nExplore the technology\, collaborations\, and early proof-of-concept results\nDiscover future steps\, opportunities for partnership\, and broader applications\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShort Biographies \nKarim S. Karim (PhD\, P.Eng\, MBA) : \nKarim has developed novel X-ray imaging devices and systems since 1998. He has supported two start-ups (Ignis Innovation and Ultrascan) and founded two companies (ActivPixel and KA Imaging) in the past two decades. He has raised more than $15M in research grant funding\, trained over 40 PhD and MASc students\, has co-authored 250+ publications and 50+ patents. Some of the X-ray circuit technology he developed is now used in ultrasonic fingerprint sensors in mobile phones and tablets. \nSheyna Gifford (MD\, MPH\, MBA\, MA\, MSc)\, Principal Investigator Sheyna Gifford is an Assistant Professor of Aerospace Medicine\, Occupational\, and Preventive Medicine at the Mayo Clinic\, Rochester\, MN. Dr. Gifford has been an aerospace researcher since 1997. She is a simulated astronaut with 380 spent in analog space\, including a continuous 366-day Mars simulation. In addition to aerospace and occupational medicine\, Dr. Gifford is a board-certified rehabilitation physician\, former Air Force physician\, and a Flight surgeon for AstroAccess. She and the DUXS research team (Michael Cairnie\, Michael Pohlen\, David Lerner\, Jeanne Walter) took the first digital human X-Rays in microgravity (Pohlen et al\, 2022). URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/spacexray-nov8-2025/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251108T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251108T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20250401T211827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T224357Z UID:10000273-1762599600-1762599600@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:Computed Tomography – Patient Safety and Protocols DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar \n\n\n\nNov  8\, 2025\n\n\n11:00 a.m.-1:55 p.m. (Eastern Time)\n\n\nDeadline for Registration: Nov 8\, 2025\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Live Webinar \nThe focus of this Live Webinar is on Computed Tomography– Advances\, Safety and Protocols ; the webinar will cover: \n\nProtecting Patients from the Start: Best Practices for and Iodine Dose Management in CT\nPatient-Centered Imaging: Safer Approaches to Multiphase Hepatic CT\nDose Optimization in Computed Tomography: Protecting the Patient\n\nDownload the Schedule \n \nAccreditation \n \nThis Live Webinar content has been approved by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for up to 3.0 hours CME\, Category A credit in continuing Education; recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). We provide certificate of attendance. Attendance of the entire webinar is required to receive a certificate of attendance. \nScroll Down click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Objectives\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Medical Radiation Technologists (Radiography) \n \n\n \n The live webinar will cover: \n\nProtecting Patients from the Start: Best Practices for and Iodine Dose Management in CT\nPatient-Centered Imaging: Safer Approaches to Multiphase Hepatic CT\nDose Optimization in Computed Tomography: Protecting the Patient\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProfessor Euclid Seeram\, PhD\nDr. Euthimios Tim Agadakos\, PhD\, MSc.\, ISSRT Europe Regional Director\n\nShort Biographies \nProfessor Euclid Seeram\, PhD.\, FCAMRT: currently serves as honorary senior lecturer at the University of Sydney\, and a member of the Medical Image Optimization and Perception Group (MIOPeG)-Faculty of Health Sciences; adjunct associate professor at Monash University-Medicine\, Nursing\, and Health Sciences; adjunct professor at Charles Sturt University-Faculty of Science; and Adjunct Associate Professor-Faculty of Health\, University of Canberra; in Australia. He has published more than 50 papers in professional radiologic technology journals and has had 20 textbooks published on computed tomography\, computers in radiology\, radiographic instrumentation\, digital radiography\, and radiation protection. He is a founding member of the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences and is now on editorial boards for Radiography\, an International Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy; Biomedical Imaging and Intervention Journal\, and Open Journal of Radiology\, Journal of Allied Health; Journal of Social Science & Allied Health Professions\, and serves on the international advisory panel for the Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences. His current research interests are related to radiation dose optimization in computed tomography and digital radiography imaging systems\, as well as in radiation protection related to diagnostic imaging. \nDr. Euthimios Tim Agadakos\, PhD : Euthimios Tim Agadakos serves as the Regional Director for Europe of the International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT)\, the president of the Panhellenic Society of Radiological Technologists\, and is an academic fellow at West Attica University. With extensive expertise in computed tomography (CT)\, radiation protection\, and patient safety\, he champions continuous professional development (CPD) and continuous quality improvement (CQI) in medical imaging. Tim Agadakos completed his education in Greece and Australia\, building a significant career in both countries. His professional focus includes the development of advanced medical imaging systems and the design of CT protocols that prioritize patient safety and diagnostic accuracy. His contributions to the field are well-regarded\, particularly in the areas of dose reduction strategies and the implementation of novel technologies in clinical practice. An active participant in scientific forums\, Tim regularly contributes to international conferences and seminars. His role as an educator in CPD programs underscores his commitment to lifelong learning and professional excellence. He is also a vocal advocate for radiographers\, serving on various governmental committees to influence policy and improve professional standards. In recognition of his dedication and contributions to the field\, Tim Agadakos has been instrumental in organizing webinars and educational events that provide critical updates and training for radiological technologists.\nTim holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Medical Radiation Technology (MRT)\, a Master of Science (MSc) in Healthcare Management\, and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Medicine. His academic and professional credentials reflect his comprehensive knowledge and expertise\, making him a distinguished leader and innovator in the field of radiological technology. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/computed-tomography-patient-safety-and-protocols-nov-2025/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251108T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251108T103500 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20250505T124951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T122149Z UID:10000277-1762592400-1762598100@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:Quality Improvement in Medical Imaging – Live Webinar DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar \n\n\n\nNov  8\, 2025\n\n\n9:00 a.m.-10:35 a.m. (Eastern Time)\n\n\nDeadline for Registration: Nov 8\, 2025\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Live Webinar \nThe focus of this Live Webinar is on Quality Improvement in Medical Imaging; the webinar will cover: \n\nUnderstand the principles of quality improvement – Define key concepts and frameworks used in healthcare quality improvement.\nIdentify common challenges – Explore barriers to quality care and strategies for overcoming them.\nReview improvement methodologies – Discuss tools such as Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA)\, Lean\, and Six Sigma.\nAssess measurement and evaluation techniques – Learn how to track progress and measure success in healthcare settings.\nExplore patient safety initiatives – Examine case studies of successful interventions and their impact.\nAnalyze the role of leadership and teamwork – Understand how collaboration enhances healthcare quality.\nEncourage a culture of continuous improvement – Discuss how organizations can sustain long-term quality initiatives\n\nDownload the Schedule \n \nAccreditation \n \nThis Live Webinar content has been approved by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for up to 1.75 hours CME\, Category A credit in continuing Education; recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). We provide certificate of attendance. Attendance of the entire webinar is required to receive a certificate of attendance. \nScroll Down click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Objectives\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Medical Radiation Technologists (Radiography) \n \n\n \n The live webinar will cover: \n\nUnderstand the principles of quality improvement – Define key concepts and frameworks used in healthcare quality improvement.\nIdentify common challenges – Explore barriers to quality care and strategies for overcoming them.\nReview improvement methodologies – Discuss tools such as Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA)\, Lean\, and Six Sigma.\nAssess measurement and evaluation techniques – Learn how to track progress and measure success in healthcare settings.\nExplore patient safety initiatives – Examine case studies of successful interventions and their impact.\nAnalyze the role of leadership and teamwork – Understand how collaboration enhances healthcare quality.\nEncourage a culture of continuous improvement – Discuss how organizations can sustain long-term quality initiatives\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYvone Thackray\, FHEA\, BSc.\, MSc.\n\nShort Biographies \n\nYvone Thackray\, BSc.\, MSc\, FHEA: Yvonne Thackray is a Clinical Academic with a distinguished career spanning education\, clinical leadership\, and healthcare policy. Her recent roles include Senior Lecturer\, Superintendent Mammographer\, and Manager of the North Central London Imaging Academy. She has also served as NHS England’s Regional Training and Development Lead for the South West and currently holds positions as an Adviser to the New Hospitals Programme and a CQC Specialist Adviser. From 2020 to 2022\, Yvonne chaired the Approval and Accreditation Board for the Society and College of Radiographers. With a strong background in diagnostic imaging and breast services\, she is deeply committed to advancing education\, workforce development\, and service improvement. In 2025\, she presented a research poster at the European Congress of Radiology (ECR)\, contributing to ongoing discussions on radiologic education and clinical practice. Yvonne’s work reflects a dynamic integration of research\, clinical expertise\, and policy influence to foster innovation and excellence in imaging services. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/quality-improvement-in-medical-imaging-live-webinar-nov8-2025/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251101T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251101T122500 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20250321T124436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T184928Z UID:10000270-1761987600-1761999900@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:BMD - Live Webinar DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar \n\n\n\nNov  1\, 2025\n\n\n9:00 a.m.-12:25 p.m. (Eastern Time)\n\n\nDeadline for Registration: Nov 1\, 2025\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Live Webinar \nThe focus of this Live Webinar is on BMD; the webinar will cover:\n1. Introduction to Osteoporosis: Causes\, Prevention and Treatment\n– Understand Bone morphology and physiology\n– Explore the causes of Osteoporosis and prevention approaches\n– Understand the treatment methods of Osteoporosis\n– Understand the physical principles of DXA/DEXA imaging \n2. DEXA Quality Control (QC)\, Accuracy & Precision\n– Understand QC and technologist role within the facility.\n– Recognize the importance of accuracy & precision when performing DXA scans \n3. Patient positioning during DEXA and DEXA measurements\n– Preparation of the patient for DEXA imaging\n– Correct patient positioning\n– Variabilities of scan length\n– Alternative patient positioning\n– DEXA measurements (image analysis) \nDownload the Schedule \n \nAccreditation \n \nThis Live Webinar content has been approved by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for up to 3.5 hours CME\, Category A credit in continuing Education; recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). We provide certificate of attendance. Attendance of the entire webinar is required to receive a certificate of attendance. \nScroll Down click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Objectives\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Medical Radiation Technologists (Radiography) \n \n\n \n The live webinar will cover: \n\n1. Introduction to Osteoporosis: Causes\, Prevention and Treatment\n\n– Understand Bone morphology and physiology\n– Explore the causes of Osteoporosis and prevention approaches\n– Understand the treatment methods of Osteoporosis\n– Understand the physical principles of DXA/DEXA imaging\n \n\n2. DEXA Quality Control (QC)\, Accuracy & Precision\n\n– Understand QC and technologist role within the facility.\n– Recognize the importance of accuracy & precision when performing DXA scans \n\n3. Patient positioning during DEXA and DEXA measurements\n\n– Preparation of the patient for DEXA imaging\n– Correct patient positioning\n– Variabilities of scan length\n– Alternative patient positioning\n– DEXA measurements (image analysis) \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMs. Sheetal Ruparelia\, BSc. (Hons)\, MRT(R)\nDr. Nejc Mekis\, PhD\, MSc\, rad. technol.\, MSc. ecotechnol\, BSc (Hons) radiography\n\nShort Biographies \nMs. Sheetal Ruparelia\, BSc. (Hons)\, MRT(R) : Sheetal studied radiography in England where she got a BSc. (Hons) in Diagnostic Imaging and further pursued her career with her interest in breast imaging by attaining a PgC in Mammography. She qualified in 2006 and has practiced in various hospitals and clinics and held several responsibilities such as Quality assurance of Imaging department. She moved to Canada in 2016 where she attained her CAMRT certification and started working immediately in general radiography\, BMD and Mammography. She worked at Princess Margaret hospital in the breast imaging department. Currently she is working at Trillium Health Partners where she performs mammograms and breast ultrasounds. \nDr. Nejc Mekis\, PhD\, MSc\, rad. technol.\, MSc. ecotechnol\, BSc (Hons) radiography: currently working at the Faculty of Health Sciences\, the University of Ljubljana\, where he is head of research and head of radiology lab at the Medical imaging and radiotherapy department. His field of lectures at 1st\, 2nd and 3rd cycle degree cover emergency radiography\, general radiography\, radiologic technology\, dose optimization\, radiation protection\, DEXA\, research in radiography. He is an author of more than 50 articles and conference papers and co-author of two books relating to radiologic technology and radiographic positioning. His main research fields are general radiography\, optimization in radiography\, image quality\, digital radiography\, dosimetry\, dose reference levels. He is the first and currently an only assistant professor of radiography in Slovenia. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/bmd-live-webinar/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251025T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251025T123500 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20250509T194407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T151153Z UID:10000279-1761382800-1761395700@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:Breast Imaging- Live Webinar DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar \n\n\n\nOct. 25\, 2025\n\n\n9:00 a.m.-12:35 p.m.(EST)\n\n\nAfter registration\, you will receive information to access the Webinar\n\n\n\n  \nOne week before the event you will receive an email with the Zoom enrolment details.\nIf you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca \nAbout the Live Webinar \nThe focus of this Live webinar is; \nWebinar Objectives \n\nHot off the press – Highlights of the CAR Breast Practice Guidelines 2025 and Canadian Recommendations on Optimal Breast Biopsy Practices Developed Using a Modified Delphi Panel\nImaging appearance of various breast pathologies\nPositioning Tips in Mammography\nDigital Mammography QC\nAdvances in Breast Imaging: Emerging Technologies and the Rise of AI in Diagnostics\n\nDownload Schedule \n \nAccreditation \n \nThis Live Webinar content has been approved by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for up to 3.5 hours CME\, Category A credit in continuing Education; recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). We provide certificate of attendance. Attendance of the entire webinar is required to receive a certificate of attendance. \nScroll Down click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Objectives\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Medical Radiation Technologists\, Mammographers\, Sonographers \n \n\n \n The live webinar will cover: \n\nHot off the press – Highlights of the CAR Breast Practice Guidelines 2025 and Canadian Recommendations on Optimal Breast Biopsy Practices Developed Using a Modified Delphi Panel\nImaging appearance of various breast pathologies\nPositioning Tips in Mammography\nDigital Mammography QC\nAdvances in Breast Imaging: Emerging Technologies and the Rise of AI in Diagnostics\n\n \n\n \n Short Biographies \nPrasaanthan Gopee-Ramanan\, HBSc\, RTR\, MD\, FRCPC: Prasa studied Human Biology at UofT St. George from 2005 to 2009\, Medical Radiation Sciences specializing as a radiographer from 2009 to 2012\, attended medical school at McMaster University from 2012 to 2015 and completed specialty residency training in Diagnostic Radiology from 2015 to 2020 also at McMaster University. Currently\, he has completed his 1-year subspecialty fellowship in Women’s Imaging back at UofT. Prasa has keen academic interests in medical education\, mentorship\, and quality assurance among other domains. Outside of academia\, Prasa is a lover of spending time with his wife\, son\, and extended family. He is also an Indian classical music enthusiast\, a mindfulness and life balance practitioner\, and budding cyclist. \nMs. Sheetal Ruparelia\, BSc. (Hons)\, MRT(R) : Sheetal studied radiography in England where she got a BSc. (Hons) in Diagnostic Imaging and further pursued her career with her interest in breast imaging by attaining a PgC in Mammography. She qualified in 2006 and has practiced in various hospitals and clinics and held several responsibilities such as Quality assurance of Imaging department. She moved to Canada in 2016 where she attained her CAMRT certification and started working immediately in general radiography\, BMD and Mammography. She worked at Princess Margaret hospital in the breast imaging department. Currently she is working at Trillium Health Partners where she performs mammograms and breast ultrasounds. \nDr. Ameya Kulkarni\, MBBS\, MD\, Staff Radiologist: Dr. Ameya Kulkarni is a staff radiologist at Juravinski hospital and cancer centre in Hamilton\, He is an Assistant professor at the McMaster University. He is a fellowship trained breast and cross-sectional imaging radiologist and the current CIBC breast assessment centre medical lead as well as Hamilton Health Sciences Breast imaging head of service. He also works as the current ultrasound modality lead and fellowship co-ordinator at Juravinski Hospital and IHF quality advisor for Southmount Medical Imaging in Hamilton. His special interest lies in cancer imaging (breast and body)\, teaching and international outreach. His research interests are in Contrast enhanced mammography\, AI and radiom \nYvone Thackray\, BSc.\, MSc\, FHEA: Yvonne Thackray is a Clinical Academic with a distinguished career spanning education\, clinical leadership\, and healthcare policy. Her recent roles include Senior Lecturer\, Superintendent Mammographer\, and Manager of the North Central London Imaging Academy. She has also served as NHS England’s Regional Training and Development Lead for the South West and currently holds positions as an Adviser to the New Hospitals Programme and a CQC Specialist Adviser. From 2020 to 2022\, Yvonne chaired the Approval and Accreditation Board for the Society and College of Radiographers. With a strong background in diagnostic imaging and breast services\, she is deeply committed to advancing education\, workforce development\, and service improvement. In 2025\, she presented a research poster at the European Congress of Radiology (ECR)\, contributing to ongoing discussions on radiologic education and clinical practice. Yvonne’s work reflects a dynamic integration of research\, clinical expertise\, and policy influence to foster innovation and excellence in imaging services. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/breast-imaging-live-webinar-oct-25-2025/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Bridging The Gap GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251025T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251101T235900 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20250612T204214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T001615Z UID:10000282-1761350400-1762041540@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:Special Offer - All events Fall 2025 DESCRIPTION:VCA Special Offer\n\nPay $80 (+HST) and Attend All approved Live Webinars/CPDs in Fall 2025\n \nBridging the Gap Webinars are not included\nCertificate of Attendance of an event will be issued when you attend it entirely. \nOne week before the event you will receive an email with the Zoom enrolment details.\nIf you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca \nSee the list of Webinars below\n(Download a pdf version of the Flyer) \n  \n \nScroll Down \, click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online (credit card or paypal) URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/special-offer-all-events-fall-2025/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Bridging The Gap GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250719T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250906T124500 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20250410T130910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T193707Z UID:10000274-1752919200-1757162700@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:A Series of 13 Live Webinars - Bridging the Gap with the Canadian Professional Practice in Radiography-Summer 2025 DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA Series of 13 LIVE Webinars – Starting July 19\, 2025\n(webinars are not recorded)\n\nThe focus of these webinars for IEMRT is the Canadian Professional Practice in Radiography;\nAt the end of each webinar you will have a Competency Based QUIZ.\nAlso VCA Education offers private individual webinars tailored to your needs\, email valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca for more information.\nTo register for specific webinars only\, email valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca.\n\nFor MRI and Radiation Therapy exam preparation email valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca for more information.\nOne week before the event you will receive an email with the Zoom enrolment details. If you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca\n\nDownload the Schedule \n \nDownload Schedule \nScroll Down \, click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online (credit card or paypal) \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Internationally Educated Medical Radiation Technologists (IEMRT)\n \n\n \n At the end of each webinar you will have a Competency Based QUIZ. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/a-series-of-13-live-webinars-bridging-the-gap-with-the-canadian-professional-practice-in-radiography-summer-2025/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Bridging The Gap GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250711T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250725T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20240420T125213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250621T144922Z UID:10000257-1752246000-1753462800@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:MRI - Bridging the Gap with the Canadian Professional Practice - Live Webinar DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar \n\n \n\n\n\nWebinar: July 11\, 18\, and 25\, 2025: 10 hours\n\n\nTimes: see the schedule below\n\n\nRegistration for the webinar: $425 (+HST)\n\n\nAfter registration\, you will receive information to access the Webinar\n\n\n\n\nOne week before the event\, you will receive an email with the Zoom enrollment details. If you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca \nAbout the Tutorial \nThe focus of this Tutorial for IEMRT is the Canadian Professional Practice in MRI. \nWebinar Objectives \n\nIntroduction to National Competency Profile and Roles of MRT.\nCare Provider Role Competencies Including Patient Interventions\nIntegrate safe work principles and procedures into practice\nOperation of MRI Equipment and Quality Control Testing\nMRI Clinical Procedures and Pathologies\n\nDownload Schedule \nScroll Down \, click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online (credit card or paypal) \n\n \n \n \n Audience \n \n\n \n Objectives \n \n\n \n Speakers \n \n\n \n Schedule \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Internationally Educated Medical Radiation Technologists (IEMRT) in the discipline of MRI\n \n\n \n Webinar Objectives \n\nIntroduction to National Competency Profile and Roles of MRT.\nCare Provider Role competencies Including Patient Interventions\nIntegrate safe work principles and procedures into practice\nOperation of MRI Equipment and Quality control testing\nMRI Clinical Procedures and pathologies\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n VALENTINA AL HAMOUCHE RTR\, BSC. Hon.\, MSc.; CEO VCA Education\n Jennifer Oliver BSc. Hon.\, MRT (R)(MR)\n\n\nValentina holds an M.Sc. Health Systems Management\, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine\, University of London\, UK and B.Sc. (Hons) in Radiography Anglia Polytechnic University\, Cambridge\, UK Applied Health Sciences Department\, Division of Radiography. She has also received a FAETC: Further Adult and Education Teacher’s Certificate from the College of North-East London\, UK (1991)\, and a Diploma in Radiologic Technology American University of Beirut-Medical Centre Radiologic Technology Training Program\, Lebanon. In 1994\, she has pursued further education and training in radiation safety sponsored by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) at the International Center of Theoretical Physics (ICTP) in Trieste Italy. She has over 30 years of radiography teaching experience at different Universities in Canada and abroad. She is certified with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). In 2017 she founded VCA Education Solutions for Health Professionals\, Inc.\n\nJennifer Oliver is working with VCA to help educate and assist with the continued professional development of her fellow Medical Radiation Technologists (MRTs). Jenny (as she prefers to be called) chose to become a healthcare professional to repay the caring support and competent treatment she received after being diagnosed with Type I Diabetes at age seven. She is a trained and certified MRT with an Honours Bachelor of Science Degree from St George’s University of London\, England; part of Kingston University\, UK. Jenny has over five years of hospital and private clinic Radiography Department experience\, including Accident & Emergency. She quickly achieved promotion to Band 6 (Senior UK) Radiographer and was then put in charge of paediatric imaging for all imaging modalities\, but with specific focus in Non-Accidental Trauma. Her most recent employer was the prestigious Stoke Mandeville Hospital in Aylesbury\, England. While in this senior position\, Jenny was trained in Computed Tomography (CT)\, interventional procedures\, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)\, and holds a certificate in Intravenous (IV) Cannulation\, allowing her to administer contrast media along with other drugs used to facilitate scans. Having recently returned to Canada with her young family after a 20-year absence\, Jenny completed the requirements of CAMRT to transfer her UK qualifications to work as a Canadian MRT in radiography and MRI\, and she is now a member in good standing with CMRITO. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/mri-bridging-the-gap-with-the-canadian-professional-practice-live-webinar-summer2025/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Bridging The Gap GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250315T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T124500 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20241220T140752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241225T193842Z UID:10000269-1742032800-1746276300@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:A Series of 13 Live Webinars - Bridging the Gap with the Canadian Professional Practice in Radiography-Spring 2025 DESCRIPTION:A Series of 13 LIVE Webinars \nStarting March 15\, 2025\n(webinars are not recorded)\n\nOne week before the event you will receive an email with the Zoom enrolment details.\nIf you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca\nAt the end of each webinar you will have a Competency Based QUIZ. \nTo register for specific webinars only\, email valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca.\nAlso VCA Education offers private individual webinars tailored to your needs\, email valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca for more information. \nFor MRI and Radiation Therapy exam preparation email valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca for more information. \nAbout the Webinars \nThe focus of these webinars for IEMRT is the Canadian Professional Practice in Radiography; \n \nDownload Schedule \nScroll Down \, click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online (credit card or paypal) \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Internationally Educated Medical Radiation Technologists (IEMRT)\n \n\n \n At the end of each webinar you will have a Competency Based QUIZ. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/a-series-of-13-live-webinars-bridging-the-gap-with-the-canadian-professional-practice-in-radiography-spring-2025/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Bridging The Gap GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250201T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250201T115000 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20241220T134334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T223531Z UID:10000268-1738400400-1738410600@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:Webinar - Pediatric Radiography and Fluoroscopy - Live Webinar DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar \n\n\n\nFeb 1\, 2024\n\n\n9:00 am -11:50 am EST (Eastern Time)\n\n\n\nYou will receive an email with the Zoom enrolment details one week before the event. If you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca \nAbout the Live Webinar \nThe focus of this Live Webinar is on: \n\nA Review of Important Landmarks and Pathologies Visualized in the Pediatric Chest & Abdomen\n\nReview of pediatric Chest and abdomen Anatomy\nExplore radiographic appearance of Important Tubes and Lines (Feeding Tubes\, Drainage Catheters\, Endotracheal Tubes\, Central Lines Chest Tube Placement (Thoracostomy Tubes)\, Cardiac Devices\, Umbilical Lines\, Various Stents and their Utility\, and Bladder Catheters\nUnderstand different pediatric Chest and Abdomen Pathology & Critical Findings Prompting Further Workup\n\n\nRadiation protection in general pediatric imaging\n\nUnderstand the radiation dose units\nExplore dose optimization in Pediatric Radiography\n\n\n\nDownload Schedule \n \nAccreditation \n \nThis Live Webinar content has been approved by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for up to 3.0 hour CME\, Category A credit in continuing Education; recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). We provide certificate of attendance.Attendance of the entire webinar is required to receive a certificate of attendance. \nScroll Down click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Objectives\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Medical Radiation Technologists (Radiography)\n \n\n \n \nA Review of Important Landmarks and Pathologies Visualized in the Pediatric Chest & Abdomen\n\nReview of pediatric Chest and abdomen Anatomy\nExplore radiographic appearance of Important Tubes and Lines (Feeding Tubes\, Drainage Catheters\, Endotracheal Tubes\, Central Lines Chest Tube Placement (Thoracostomy Tubes)\, Cardiac Devices\, Umbilical Lines\, Various Stents and their Utility\, and Bladder Catheters\nUnderstand different pediatric Chest and Abdomen Pathology & Critical Findings Prompting Further Workup\n\n\nRadiation protection in general pediatric imaging\n\nUnderstand the radiation dose units\nExplore dose optimization in Pediatric Radiography\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n Short Biography \nDr. Nejc Mekis\, PhD\, MSc\, rad. technol.\, MSc. ecotechnol\, BSc (Hons) radiography: currently working at the Faculty of Health Sciences\, the University of Ljubljana\, where he is head of research and head of radiology lab at the Medical imaging and radiotherapy department. His field of lectures at 1st\, 2nd and 3rd cycle degree cover emergency radiography\, general radiography\, radiologic technology\, dose optimization\, radiation protection\, DEXA\, research in radiography. He is an author of more than 50 articles and conference papers and co-author of two books relating to radiologic technology and radiographic positioning. His main research fields are general radiography\, optimization in radiography\, image quality\, digital radiography\, dosimetry\, dose reference levels. He is the first and currently an only assistant professor of radiography in Slovenia. \nJason K. Lee\, MSRS\, R.R.A.\, R.T. (R) (CT) (ARRT)\, RPA (CBRPA) is a registered radiologist assistant practicing in the pediatric division for Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore\, Maryland. He performs fluoroscopic procedures as well as contributes to the fluoroscopy training of radiology residents\, radiology fellows\, radiologist assistants\, and med-students. He enjoys giving lectures at the hospital\, local\, national\, and international level\, as well as publishing various radiology articles\, including case studies. He’s currently working on his Doctorate in Health Sciences with anticipated completion in May of 2025.. \n  URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/webinar-pediatric-radiography-and-fluoroscopy-live-webinar-feb1-2025/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250125T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250125T142000 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20241121T164051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T183259Z UID:10000266-1737802800-1737814800@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:AI in Medical Imaging - Live Webinar DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar \n\n\n\nJan  25\, 2025\n\n\n11:00 a.m.-2:20 p.m. (Eastern Time)\n\n\nDeadline for Registration: Jan 25\, 2025\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Live Webinar \nThe focus of this Live Webinar is on AI in Medical Imaging ; the webinar will cover: \n\nTeaching about AI: not a luxury anymore!\nApplications of Artificial Intelligence in Medical Imaging\nAI Bias in Medical Imaging: sources and mitigation strategies\n\nDownload the Schedule \n \nAccreditation \n \nThis Live Webinar content has been approved by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for up to 3 hours CME\, Category A credit in continuing Education; recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). We provide certificate of attendance. Attendance of the entire webinar is required to receive a certificate of attendance. \nScroll Down click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Objectives\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Medical Radiation Technologists (Radiography) \n \n\n \n The live webinar will cover: \n\nTeaching about AI: not a luxury anymore!\nApplications of Artificial Intelligence in Medical Imaging\nAI Bias in Medical Imaging: sources and mitigation strategies\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Christina Malamateniou\, PhD\, SFHEA\, MA (Cln.Edu.)\, Macad\, MedEd\, DIC\, BSc (Hons)\nProfessor Euclid Seeram\, PhD.\, FCAMRT\nProfessor Christo El Morr\, PhD\n\nShort Biographies \nDr. Christina Malamateniou\, PhD\, SFHEA\, MA (Cln.Edu.)\, Macad\, MedEd\, DIC\, BSc (Hons): Christina is the Director of the postgraduate programme of radiography at City\, University of London and a Visiting Professor of Radiography at HESAV University in Switzerland (2022-2023). She is a widely published researcher in medical imaging 9h-index 19\, 63 publications\, 6 standards\, 6 scientific reports)\, with more than £3.25 million in research grants in her name as PI and Co-I and an enthusiastic educator. Her area of research revolves around AI adoption and education in radiography\, person centred care and supporting the workforce in its recovery after the Covid19 pandemic. Christina is also the chair of the AI advisory group of the SCoR and the new Chair of research for the EFRS from April 2023-2025. She works as NIHR imaging science working group member and is an elected member of the EuSomII Board. She is an associate editor with JMIRS and a regular reviewer for Radiography. Christina believes in leading from the heart and in the power (and fun) of collaborative work. \nProfessor Euclid Seeram\, PhD.\, FCAMRT: currently serves as honorary senior lecturer at the University of Sydney\, and a member of the Medical Image Optimization and Perception Group (MIOPeG)-Faculty of Health Sciences; adjunct associate professor at Monash University-Medicine\, Nursing\, and Health Sciences; adjunct professor at Charles Sturt University-Faculty of Science; and Adjunct Associate Professor-Faculty of Health\, University of Canberra; in Australia. He has published more than 50 papers in professional radiologic technology journals and has had 20 textbooks published on computed tomography\, computers in radiology\, radiographic instrumentation\, digital radiography\, and radiation protection. He is a founding member of the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences and is now on editorial boards for Radiography\, an International Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy; Biomedical Imaging and Intervention Journal\, and Open Journal of Radiology\, Journal of Allied Health; Journal of Social Science & Allied Health Professions\, and serves on the international advisory panel for the Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences. His current research interests are related to radiation dose optimization in computed tomography and digital radiography imaging systems\, as well as in radiation protection related to diagnostic imaging. \nProfessor Christo El Morr\, PhD: is a Professor of Health Informatics and the Director of the Centre for Feminist Research (CFR) at York University. He is also a Research Scientist at North York General Hospital\, Toronto. Additionally\, he serves as the Health Informatics Certificate Coordinator and is a former Graduate Program Director and Undergraduate Program Director at the School of Health Policy and Management at York University. His research aligns with an Equity Informatics perspective\, covering areas such as Equity AI (e.g.\, patient readmission\, disability advocacy)\, Patient-Centered Virtual Care (e.g.\, chronic disease management\, mental health)\, Global Health Promotion for equity (e.g.\, equitable health promotion)\, and Human Rights Monitoring (e.g.\, disability rights\, Gender-Based Violence). URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/ai-in-medical-imaging-jan2025/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241130T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241130T123500 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20240619T203552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T142826Z UID:10000261-1732960800-1732970100@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:Computed Tomography– Advances\, Safety and Protocols DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar \n\n\n\nNov  30\, 2024\n\n\n10:00 a.m.-12:35 p.m. (Eastern Time)\n\n\nDeadline for Registration: Nov 30\, 2024\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Live Webinar \nThe focus of this Live Webinar is on Computed Tomography– Advances\, Safety and Protocols ; the webinar will cover: \n\nDose Reduction Strategies in Computed Tomography\nNovel and Emerging Technologies in Computed Tomography\nContrast Media Considerations and Patient Safety in Computed Tomography\nThe Role of CT in Trauma Imaging\n\nDownload the Schedule \n \nAccreditation \n \nThis Live Webinar content has been approved by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for up to 2.75 hours CME\, Category A credit in continuing Education; recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). We provide certificate of attendance. Attendance of the entire webinar is required to receive a certificate of attendance. \nScroll Down click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Objectives\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Medical Radiation Technologists (Radiography) \n \n\n \n The live webinar will cover: \n\nDose Reduction Strategies in Computed Tomography\nNovel and Emerging Technologies in Computed Tomography\nContrast Media Considerations and Patient Safety in Computed Tomography\nThe Role of CT in Trauma Imaging\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Euthimios Tim Agadakos\, PhD\, MSc.\, ISSRT Europe Regional Director\nMarvalyn Kelly-Whyte\, BSc\, CD(R)\, MRT(R)(CT)(IR)\n\nShort Biographies \nDr. Euthimios Tim Agadakos\, PhD : Euthimios Tim Agadakos serves as the Regional Director for Europe of the International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT)\, the president of the Panhellenic Society of Radiological Technologists\, and is an academic fellow at West Attica University. With extensive expertise in computed tomography (CT)\, radiation protection\, and patient safety\, he champions continuous professional development (CPD) and continuous quality improvement (CQI) in medical imaging. Tim Agadakos completed his education in Greece and Australia\, building a significant career in both countries. His professional focus includes the development of advanced medical imaging systems and the design of CT protocols that prioritize patient safety and diagnostic accuracy. His contributions to the field are well-regarded\, particularly in the areas of dose reduction strategies and the implementation of novel technologies in clinical practice. An active participant in scientific forums\, Tim regularly contributes to international conferences and seminars. His role as an educator in CPD programs underscores his commitment to lifelong learning and professional excellence. He is also a vocal advocate for radiographers\, serving on various governmental committees to influence policy and improve professional standards. In recognition of his dedication and contributions to the field\, Tim Agadakos has been instrumental in organizing webinars and educational events that provide critical updates and training for radiological technologists.\nTim holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Medical Radiation Technology (MRT)\, a Master of Science (MSc) in Healthcare Management\, and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Medicine. His academic and professional credentials reflect his comprehensive knowledge and expertise\, making him a distinguished leader and innovator in the field of radiological technology. \nMarvalyn Kelly-Whyte BSc\, CD(R)\, MRT(R)(CT)(IR): Ms. Whyte is a CT/IR technologist at the Scarborough Health Network\, General campus. Marvalyn has been a MRT for over 33 years\, with more than 15 years experience in CT and IR. Marvalyn was also an external instructor at the Michener Institute of Applied Health Sciences where she worked with Internationally Trained Professionals in the Radiography Bridging program for about 12 years. She has held various positions which included general MRT\, managerial\, and teaching roles. She obtained her diploma in Radiography from the School of Medical Radiation Technology in Kingston\, Jamaica. In addition\, she holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of the West Indies in Management Studies\, Economics and International Relations. Marvalyn believes in continuing education and professional development and has completed the Advance certificate in CT Imaging and Interventional Radiology with the CAMRT. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/computed-tomography-physics-and-technology-arrt-registry-review-live-webinar-nov302024/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241129T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241220T124500 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20240920T192617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T113747Z UID:10000265-1732874400-1734698700@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:A Series of 13 Live Webinars - Bridging the Gap with the Canadian Professional Practice in Radiography-Winter 2024 DESCRIPTION:A Series of 13 LIVE Webinars \nStarting Nov 29\, 2024\n(webinars are not recorded)\n\nOne week before the event you will receive an email with the Zoom enrolment details.\nIf you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca\nAt the end of each webinar you will have a Competency Based QUIZ. \nTo register for specific webinars only\, email valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca.\nAlso VCA Education offers private individual webinars tailored to your needs\, email valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca for more information. \nFor MRI and Radiation Therapy exam preparation email valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca for more information. \nAbout the Webinars \nThe focus of these webinars for IEMRT is the Canadian Professional Practice in Radiography; \n \nDownload Schedule \nScroll Down \, click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online (credit card or paypal) \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Internationally Educated Medical Radiation Technologists (IEMRT)\n \n\n \n Cassaundra Morrin\, B.Sc (Hons)\, MRT (R) – Cassaundra is a dedicated healthcare professional with a deep passion for improving Indigenous Patient Healthcare. With a B.Sc. (Hons) in Medical Radiation Sciences\, Cassaundra has been actively practicing an x-ray tech for the last five years. Born into a mixed Indigenous heritage\, Cassaundra proudly identifies as Swampy Cree. Throughout Cassaundra’s career\, she has demonstrated a strong commitment to education and mentorship. Cassaundra served as a Clinical Coordinator for x-ray students for two years at her workplace\, sharing her expertise and nurturing the next generation of healthcare professionals. Beyond their professional role\, Cassaundra actively engages with their local urban Indigenous community. They currently hold the position of running the Huntsville branch of the Muskoka Indigenous Friendship Centre\, where they contribute to fostering cultural connection\, social support and holistic well-being for Indigenous individuals and allies in the area. \nProfessor Euclid Seeram\, PhD\, MSc\, BSc\, FCAMRT\, currently serves as honorary senior lecturer at the University of Sydney\, and a member of the Medical Image Optimization and Perception Group (MIOPeG)-Faculty of Health Sciences; adjunct associate professor at Monash University-Medicine\, Nursing\, and Health Sciences; adjunct professor at Charles Sturt University-Faculty of Science; and Adjunct Associate Professor-Faculty of Health\, University of Canberra; in Australia. He has published more than 50 papers in professional radiologic technology journals and has had 20 textbooks published on computed tomography\, computers in radiology\, radiographic instrumentation\, digital radiography\, and radiation protection. He is a founding member of the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences and is now on editorial boards for Radiography\, an International Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy; Biomedical Imaging and Intervention Journal\, and Open Journal of Radiology\, Journal of Allied Health; Journal of Social Science & Allied Health Professions\, and serves on the international advisory panel for the Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences. His current research interests are related to radiation dose optimization in computed tomography and digital radiography imaging systems\, as well as in radiation protection related to diagnostic imaging. \nValentina Al Hamouche\, MRT(R)\, MSc.: Valentina holds an M.Sc. Health Systems Management\, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine\, University of London\, UK and B.Sc. (Hons) in Radiography Anglia Polytechnic University\, Cambridge\, UK Applied Health Sciences Department\, Division of Radiography. She has also received a FAETC: Further Adult and Education Teacher’s Certificate from the College of North-East London\, UK (1991)\, and a Diploma in Radiologic Technology American University of Beirut-Medical Centre Radiologic Technology Training Program\, Lebanon. In 1994\, she has pursued further education and training in radiation safety sponsored by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) at the International Center of Theoretical Physics (ICTP) in Trieste Italy. She has over 30 years of radiography teaching experience at different Universities in Canada and abroad. She is certified with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). In 2017 she founded VCA Education Solutions for Health Professionals\, Inc. \nMs. Sheetal Ruparelia\, BSc. (Hons)\, MRT(R) : Sheetal studied radiography in England where she got a BSc. (Hons) in Diagnostic Imaging and further pursued her career with her interest in breast imaging by attaining a PgC in Mammography. She qualified in 2006 and has practiced in various hospitals and clinics and held several responsibilities such as Quality assurance of Imaging department. She moved to Canada in 2016 where she attained her CAMRT certification and started working immediately in general radiography\, BMD and Mammography. She worked at Princess Margaret hospital in the breast imaging department. Currently she is working at Trillium Health Partners where she performs mammograms and breast ultrasounds. \nHena Jetha\, MSc. SMART\, Hina is an experienced Radiologic Technologist with a demonstrated history of working 5+ in the hospital & health care settings. She is skilled in Radiography\, Clinical Research\, Patient Care\, Supervisory Skills\, and Creativity Skills. Hina is certified with CAMRT and SMART. She graduated with a Masters degree in Physics and Diploma in Radiography from Aga Khan University. Currently Hina is working as Medical Radiation Technologist with Saskatchewan Health Authority at St Paul’s Hospital. \nMarvalyn Kelly-Whyte BSc\, CD(R)\, MRT(R)(CT)(IR): Ms. Whyte is a CT/IR technologist at the Scarborough Health Network\, General campus. Marvalyn has been a MRT for over 33 years\, with more than 15 years experience in CT and IR. Marvalyn was also an external instructor at the Michener Institute of Applied Health Sciences where she worked with Internationally Trained Professionals in the Radiography Bridging program for about 12 years. She has held various positions which included general MRT\, managerial\, and teaching roles. She obtained her diploma in Radiography from the School of Medical Radiation Technology in Kingston\, Jamaica. In addition\, she holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of the West Indies in Management Studies\, Economics and International Relations. Marvalyn believes in continuing education and professional development and has completed the Advance certificate in CT Imaging and Interventional Radiology with the CAMRT. \nZarmeena Noorajan\, BSC(Hon)\, MSc.\, MRT(R): Zarmeena Noorajan is a certified radiographer with 10 years of experience as a clinical tutor\, teaching undergraduate students. She holds a BSc in Medical Diagnostic Imaging and MSc in Health Informatics. She is actively involved in research\, with several published articles in her field. She is happy educating and supporting internationally educated MRTs. \n \n\n \n At the end of each webinar you will have a Competency Based QUIZ. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/a-series-of-13-live-webinars-bridging-the-gap-with-the-canadian-professional-practice-in-radiography-winter-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Bridging The Gap GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241123T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241123T123000 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20240512T203221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240623T123055Z UID:10000258-1732352400-1732365000@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:BMD - Live Webinar DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar \n\n\n\nNov  23\, 2024\n\n\n9:00 a.m.-12:20 p.m. (Eastern Time)\n\n\nDeadline for Registration: Nov 23\, 2024\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Live Webinar \nThe focus of this Live Webinar is on BMD; the webinar will cover:\n1. Introduction to Osteoporosis: Causes\, Prevention and Treatment\n– Understand Bone morphology and physiology\n– Explore the causes of Osteoporosis and prevention approaches\n– Understand the treatment methods of Osteoporosis\n– Understand the physical principles of DXA/DEXA imaging \n2. DEXA Quality Control (QC)\, Accuracy & Precision\n– Understand QC and technologist role within the facility.\n– Recognize the importance of accuracy & precision when performing DXA scans \n3. Patient positioning during DEXA and DEXA measurements\n– Preparation of the patient for DEXA imaging\n– Correct patient positioning\n– Variabilities of scan length\n– Alternative patient positioning\n– DEXA measurements (image analysis) \nDownload the Schedule \n \nAccreditation \n \nThis Live Webinar content has been approved by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for up to 3.5 hours CME\, Category A credit in continuing Education; recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). We provide certificate of attendance. Attendance of the entire webinar is required to receive a certificate of attendance. \nScroll Down click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Objectives\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Medical Radiation Technologists (Radiography) \n \n\n \n The live webinar will cover: \n\n1. Introduction to Osteoporosis: Causes\, Prevention and Treatment\n\n– Understand Bone morphology and physiology\n– Explore the causes of Osteoporosis and prevention approaches\n– Understand the treatment methods of Osteoporosis\n– Understand the physical principles of DXA/DEXA imaging\n \n\n2. DEXA Quality Control (QC)\, Accuracy & Precision\n\n– Understand QC and technologist role within the facility.\n– Recognize the importance of accuracy & precision when performing DXA scans \n\n3. Patient positioning during DEXA and DEXA measurements\n\n– Preparation of the patient for DEXA imaging\n– Correct patient positioning\n– Variabilities of scan length\n– Alternative patient positioning\n– DEXA measurements (image analysis) \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n– Ms. Valentina Al Hamouche\, MSc.\, Health Systems Management\, MRT(R)\, CEO\n– Ms. Sheetal Ruparelia\, BSc. (Hons)\, MRT(R)\n– Dr. Nejc Mekis\, PhD\, MSc\, rad. technol.\, MSc. ecotechnol\, BSc (Hons) radiography\n\nShort Biographies \nMs. Valentina Al Hamouche: Valentina holds an M.Sc. Health Systems Management\, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine\, University of London\, UK and B.Sc. (Hons) in Radiography Anglia Polytechnic University\, Cambridge\, UK Applied Health Sciences Department\, Division of Radiography. She has also received a FAETC: Further Adult and Education Teacher’s Certificate from the College of North-East London\, UK (1991)\, and a Diploma in Radiologic Technology American University of Beirut-Medical Centre Radiologic Technology Training Program\, Lebanon. In 1994\, she has pursued further education and training in radiation safety sponsored by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) at the International Center of Theoretical Physics (ICTP) in Trieste Italy. She has over 30 years of radiography teaching experience at different Universities in Canada and abroad. She is certified with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). In 2017 she founded VCA Education Solutions for Health Professionals\, Inc. \nMs. Sheetal Ruparelia\, BSc. (Hons)\, MRT(R) : Sheetal studied radiography in England where she got a BSc. (Hons) in Diagnostic Imaging and further pursued her career with her interest in breast imaging by attaining a PgC in Mammography. She qualified in 2006 and has practiced in various hospitals and clinics and held several responsibilities such as Quality assurance of Imaging department. She moved to Canada in 2016 where she attained her CAMRT certification and started working immediately in general radiography\, BMD and Mammography. She worked at Princess Margaret hospital in the breast imaging department. Currently she is working at Trillium Health Partners where she performs mammograms and breast ultrasounds. \nDr. Nejc Mekis\, PhD\, MSc\, rad. technol.\, MSc. ecotechnol\, BSc (Hons) radiography: currently working at the Faculty of Health Sciences\, the University of Ljubljana\, where he is head of research and head of radiology lab at the Medical imaging and radiotherapy department. His field of lectures at 1st\, 2nd and 3rd cycle degree cover emergency radiography\, general radiography\, radiologic technology\, dose optimization\, radiation protection\, DEXA\, research in radiography. He is an author of more than 50 articles and conference papers and co-author of two books relating to radiologic technology and radiographic positioning. His main research fields are general radiography\, optimization in radiography\, image quality\, digital radiography\, dosimetry\, dose reference levels. He is the first and currently an only assistant professor of radiography in Slovenia. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/bmd-live-webinar-nov-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241109T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241109T130500 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20240621T205205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T143020Z UID:10000263-1731142800-1731157500@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:Breast Imaging- Live Webinar DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar \n\n\n\nSaturday Nov. 9\, 2024\n\n\n9:00 a.m.-1:05 p.m.(EST)\n\n\nAfter registration you will receive information to access the Webinar\n\n\n\n  \nOne week before the event you will receive an email with the Zoom enrolment details.\nIf you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca \nAbout the Live Webinar \nThe focus of this Live webinar is; \nWebinar Objectives \n\nPositioning tips in mammograph\nDigital Mammography Qquality Control\nRadiation Safety in Mammography and Screening with Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT)\nStereotactic guided core biopsy\nUltrasound correlation of mammographic abnormalities\n\nDownload Schedule \n \nAccreditation \n \nThis Live Webinar content has been approved by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for up to 4.5 hours CME\, Category A credit in continuing Education; recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). We provide certificate of attendance. Attendance of the entire webinar is required to receive a certificate of attendance. \nScroll Down click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Objectives\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Medical Radiation Technologists\, Mammographers\, Sonographers \n \n\n \n The live webinar will cover: \n\nPositioning tips in mammograph\nDigital Mammography Qquality Control\nRadiation Safety in Mammography and Screening with Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT)\nStereotactic guided core biopsy\nUltrasound correlation of mammographic abnormalities\n\n \n\n \n Short Biographies \nMs. Sheetal Ruparelia\, BSc. (Hons)\, MRT(R) : Sheetal studied radiography in England where she got a BSc. (Hons) in Diagnostic Imaging and further pursued her career with her interest in breast imaging by attaining a PgC in Mammography. She qualified in 2006 and has practiced in various hospitals and clinics and held several responsibilities such as Quality assurance of Imaging department. She moved to Canada in 2016 where she attained her CAMRT certification and started working immediately in general radiography\, BMD and Mammography. She worked at Princess Margaret hospital in the breast imaging department. Currently she is working at Trillium Health Partners where she performs mammograms and breast ultrasounds. \nGrace Ming Yan Kwong\, MRT(R)(MR)(DMS)\, CBID: Grace is experienced in clinical mammography and breast sonography.  Grace is a registered technologist with CMRITO for Radiography\, MRI and Diagnostic Medical Sonography.  She performs screening and diagnostic mammograms\, breast ultrasound examinations and assists in interventional breast procedures on a daily basis.  She has been practicing as a dedicated breast technologist in Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre for ten years.  Grace holds an undergraduate HBSc in Toxicology from University of Toronto\, 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 a Certificate in Breast Imaging – Diagnostic from CAMRT. \nDr. Ameya Kulkarni\, MBBS\, MD\, Staff Radiologist: Dr. Ameya Kulkarni is a staff radiologist at Juravinski hospital and cancer centre in Hamilton\, He is an Assistant professor at the McMaster University. He is a fellowship trained breast and cross-sectional imaging radiologist and the current CIBC breast assessment centre medical lead as well as Hamilton Health Sciences Breast imaging head of service. He also works as the current ultrasound modality lead and fellowship co-ordinator at Juravinski Hospital and IHF quality advisor for Southmount Medical Imaging in Hamilton. His special interest lies in cancer imaging (breast and body)\, teaching and international outreach. His research interests are in Contrast enhanced mammography\, AI and radiom\n. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/breast-imaging-live-webinar-nov-9-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Bridging The Gap GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241019T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241019T135000 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20240619T215210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T211333Z UID:10000262-1729332000-1729345800@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:Pathology for Medical Imaging Technologists DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar \n\n\n\nOct  19\, 2024\n\n\n10:00 a.m.-1:50 p.m. (Eastern Time)\n\n\nDeadline for Registration: Oct 19\, 2024\n\n\n\n  \nAbout the Live Webinar \nThe focus of this Live Webinar is on Pathology for Medical Imaging Technologists ; the webinar will cover: \n\nBones and Joints: Fractures and Pathology\nHarnessing MRI for pancreatic cystic lesions: diagnosis and follow up\nBrain Pathologies\n\nDownload the Schedule \n \nAccreditation \n \nThis Live Webinar content has been approved by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for up to 4.25 hours CME\, Category A credit in continuing Education; recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). We provide certificate of attendance. Attendance of the entire webinar is required to receive a certificate of attendance. \nScroll Down click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Objectives\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Medical Radiation Technologists (Radiography) \n \n\n \n The live webinar will cover: \n\nBones and Joints: Fractures and Pathology\nHarnessing MRI for pancreatic cystic lesions: diagnosis and follow up\nBrain Pathologies\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr.Prasaanthan Gopee-Ramanan\, HBSc\, RTR\, MD\, FRCPC\nMarvalyn Kelly-Whyte\, BSc\, CD(R)\, MRT(R)(CT)(IR)\nJason K. Lee\, MSRS\, R.R.A.\, R.T. (R) (CT) (ARRT)\, RPA (CBRPA)\n\nShort Biographies \nPrasaanthan Gopee-Ramanan\, HBSc\, RTR\, MD\, FRCPC: Prasa studied Human Biology at UofT St. George from 2005 to 2009\, Medical Radiation Sciences specializing as a radiographer from 2009 to 2012\, attended medical school at McMaster University from 2012 to 2015 and completed specialty residency training in Diagnostic Radiology from 2015 to 2020 also at McMaster University. Currently\, he has completed his 1-year subspecialty fellowship in Women’s Imaging back at UofT. Prasa has keen academic interests in medical education\, mentorship\, and quality assurance among other domains. Outside of academia\, Prasa is a lover of spending time with his wife\, son\, and extended family. He is also an Indian classical music enthusiast\, a mindfulness and life balance practitioner\, and budding cyclist. \nMarvalyn Kelly-Whyte BSc\, CD(R)\, MRT(R)(CT)(IR): Ms. Whyte is a CT/IR technologist at the Scarborough Health Network\, General campus. Marvalyn has been a MRT for over 33 years\, with more than 15 years experience in CT and IR. Marvalyn was also an external instructor at the Michener Institute of Applied Health Sciences where she worked with Internationally Trained Professionals in the Radiography Bridging program for about 12 years. She has held various positions which included general MRT\, managerial\, and teaching roles. She obtained her diploma in Radiography from the School of Medical Radiation Technology in Kingston\, Jamaica. In addition\, she holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of the West Indies in Management Studies\, Economics and International Relations. Marvalyn believes in continuing education and professional development and has completed the Advance certificate in CT Imaging and Interventional Radiology with the CAMRT. \nJason K. Lee\, MSRS\, R.R.A.\, R.T. (R) (CT) (ARRT)\, RPA (CBRPA) is a registered radiologist assistant practicing in the pediatric division for Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore\, Maryland. He performs fluoroscopic procedures as well as contributes to the fluoroscopy training of radiology residents\, radiology fellows\, radiologist assistants\, and med-students. He enjoys giving lectures at the hospital\, local\, national\, and international level\, as well as publishing various radiology articles\, including case studies. He’s currently working on his Doctorate in Health Sciences with anticipated completion in May of 2025. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/pathology-for-medical-imaging-technologists-oct-19-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241005T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241005T122000 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20240614T235902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T203802Z UID:10000259-1728122400-1728130800@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:Person-Centered Care in Medical Radiation Sciences-Live Webinar DESCRIPTION:VENUE: Live Webinar \n\n\n\nOctober 5\, 2024\n\n\n10:00 a.m.-12:20 p.m. (Eastern Time)\n\n\n\nOne week before the event you will receive an email with the Zoom enrolment details.\nIf you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca \nAbout the Live Webinar \nThe focus of this live webinar is on: \n\nImportance of language and communication for person-centered care\nTackling Implicit Bias and Weight Stigma – Strategies for Medical Radiation Sciences\nNeuro-inclusive Radiography: Adapting Care for Autistic People in Medical Imaging\n\n \nAccreditation \n \nThis Live Webinar content has been approved by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for up to 2.5 hour CME\, Category A credit in continuing Education; recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). We provide certificate of attendance.\nAttendance of the entire webinar is required to receive a certificate of attendance. \nScroll Down click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Objectives\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n All Health Professionals\n \n\n \n \nImportance of language and communication for person-centered care\nTackling Implicit Bias and Weight Stigma – Strategies for Medical Radiation Sciences\nNeuro-inclusive Radiography: Adapting Care for Autistic People in Medical Imaging\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nShort Biographies \nDr. Christina Malamateniou\, PhD SFHEA MA(Cln. Education) MAcad MedEd DIC BSc (Hons) – Christina is the Director of the postgraduate programme of radiography at City\, University of London and a Visiting Professor of Radiography at HESAV University in Switzerland (2022-2023). She is a widely published researcher in medical imaging 9h-index 19\, 63 publications\, 6 standards\, 6 scientific reports)\, with more than £3.25 million in research grants in her name as PI and Co-I and an enthusiastic educator. Her area of research revolves around AI adoption and education in radiography\, person centred care and supporting the workforce in its recovery after the Covid19 pandemic. Christina is also the chair of the AI advisory group of the SCoR and the new Chair of research for the EFRS from April 2023-2025. She works as NIHR imaging science working group member and is an elected member of the EuSomII Board. She is an associate editor with JMIRS and a regular reviewer for Radiography. Christina believes in leading from the heart and in the power (and fun) of collaborative work. \nBen Potts\, BSc\, PhD (Candidate) –Ben is a diagnostic radiographer at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust\, working in X-ray\, fluoroscopy\, endoscopy\, and the diverse operating theatres of a major trauma centre. Ben is also the Social Media Coordinator for the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (JMIRS)\, managing online communications and promoting research. Additionally\, he is a visiting lecturer at City\, University of London\, teaching on the Patient Centred Care Application in Medical Imaging course. Passionate about neurodiversity\, Ben has published articles\, guested on podcasts\, given talks to healthcare organisations and presented his research at national and international conferences\, such as the European Radiology Congress and the UK Imaging & Oncology Congress. Being autistic\, and ADHD himself\, he has the rare insight of appreciating both the perspective of an autistic or ADHD patient and the professionals providing their care. He is set to start a PhD at City\, University of London at the end of 2024\, exploring the accessibility of healthcare services for the Autistic/ADHD population. \nMegan Brydon MSc BHSc MRT(NM) FCAMRT: is a Medical Radiation Technologist residing in Halifax\, Nova Scotia. As well as being known for her relentless quest to break boundaries in research\, advocate for unseen and ignored patient populations and her complete refusal to carry her own bags\, she is best known for being a passionate MRT. Megan has led research teams examining empathy within the profession. She is a pioneer in investigating weight bias and its impact on patient care and medical radiation sciences. She currently advises on health policy for the Department of Health and Wellness for the province of Nova Scotia. To learn more about Megan\, check her out on LinkedIn. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/centered-care-in-medical-radiation-sciences-live-webinar/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240802T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240914T124500 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20240327T174620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240623T123113Z UID:10000256-1722592800-1726317900@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:A Series of 13 Live Webinars - Bridging the Gap with the Canadian Professional Practice in Radiography-Summer 2024 DESCRIPTION:A Series of 13 LIVE Webinars \nStarting Aug 2\, 2024\n(webinars are not recorded)\n\nOne week before the event you will receive an email with the Zoom enrolment details.\nIf you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca\nAt the end of each webinar you will have a Competency Based QUIZ. \nTo register for specific webinars only\, email valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca.\nAlso VCA Education offers private individual webinars tailored to your needs\, email valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca for more information. \nFor MRI and Radiation Therapy exam preparation email valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca for more information. \nAbout the Webinars \nThe focus of these webinars for IEMRT is the Canadian Professional Practice in Radiography; \n \nDownload Schedule \nScroll Down \, click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online (credit card or paypal) \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Internationally Educated Medical Radiation Technologists (IEMRT)\n \n\n \n Cassaundra Morrin\, B.Sc (Hons)\, MRT (R) – Cassaundra is a dedicated healthcare professional with a deep passion for improving Indigenous Patient Healthcare. With a B.Sc. (Hons) in Medical Radiation Sciences\, Cassaundra has been actively practicing an x-ray tech for the last five years. Born into a mixed Indigenous heritage\, Cassaundra proudly identifies as Swampy Cree. Throughout Cassaundra’s career\, she has demonstrated a strong commitment to education and mentorship. Cassaundra served as a Clinical Coordinator for x-ray students for two years at her workplace\, sharing her expertise and nurturing the next generation of healthcare professionals. Beyond their professional role\, Cassaundra actively engages with their local urban Indigenous community. They currently hold the position of running the Huntsville branch of the Muskoka Indigenous Friendship Centre\, where they contribute to fostering cultural connection\, social support and holistic well-being for Indigenous individuals and allies in the area. \nProfessor Euclid Seeram\, PhD\, MSc\, BSc\, FCAMRT\, currently serves as honorary senior lecturer at the University of Sydney\, and a member of the Medical Image Optimization and Perception Group (MIOPeG)-Faculty of Health Sciences; adjunct associate professor at Monash University-Medicine\, Nursing\, and Health Sciences; adjunct professor at Charles Sturt University-Faculty of Science; and Adjunct Associate Professor-Faculty of Health\, University of Canberra; in Australia. He has published more than 50 papers in professional radiologic technology journals and has had 20 textbooks published on computed tomography\, computers in radiology\, radiographic instrumentation\, digital radiography\, and radiation protection. He is a founding member of the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences and is now on editorial boards for Radiography\, an International Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy; Biomedical Imaging and Intervention Journal\, and Open Journal of Radiology\, Journal of Allied Health; Journal of Social Science & Allied Health Professions\, and serves on the international advisory panel for the Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences. His current research interests are related to radiation dose optimization in computed tomography and digital radiography imaging systems\, as well as in radiation protection related to diagnostic imaging. \nValentina Al Hamouche\, MRT(R)\, MSc.: Valentina holds an M.Sc. Health Systems Management\, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine\, University of London\, UK and B.Sc. (Hons) in Radiography Anglia Polytechnic University\, Cambridge\, UK Applied Health Sciences Department\, Division of Radiography. She has also received a FAETC: Further Adult and Education Teacher’s Certificate from the College of North-East London\, UK (1991)\, and a Diploma in Radiologic Technology American University of Beirut-Medical Centre Radiologic Technology Training Program\, Lebanon. In 1994\, she has pursued further education and training in radiation safety sponsored by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) at the International Center of Theoretical Physics (ICTP) in Trieste Italy. She has over 30 years of radiography teaching experience at different Universities in Canada and abroad. She is certified with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). In 2017 she founded VCA Education Solutions for Health Professionals\, Inc. \nMs. Sheetal Ruparelia\, BSc. (Hons)\, MRT(R) : Sheetal studied radiography in England where she got a BSc. (Hons) in Diagnostic Imaging and further pursued her career with her interest in breast imaging by attaining a PgC in Mammography. She qualified in 2006 and has practiced in various hospitals and clinics and held several responsibilities such as Quality assurance of Imaging department. She moved to Canada in 2016 where she attained her CAMRT certification and started working immediately in general radiography\, BMD and Mammography. She worked at Princess Margaret hospital in the breast imaging department. Currently she is working at Trillium Health Partners where she performs mammograms and breast ultrasounds. \nHena Jetha\, MSc. SMART\, Hina is an experienced Radiologic Technologist with a demonstrated history of working 5+ in the hospital & health care settings. She is skilled in Radiography\, Clinical Research\, Patient Care\, Supervisory Skills\, and Creativity Skills. Hina is certified with CAMRT and SMART. She graduated with a Masters degree in Physics and Diploma in Radiography from Aga Khan University. Currently Hina is working as Medical Radiation Technologist with Saskatchewan Health Authority at St Paul’s Hospital. \nMarvalyn Kelly-Whyte BSc\, CD(R)\, MRT(R)(CT)(IR): Ms. Whyte is a CT/IR technologist at the Scarborough Health Network\, General campus. Marvalyn has been a MRT for over 33 years\, with more than 15 years experience in CT and IR. Marvalyn was also an external instructor at the Michener Institute of Applied Health Sciences where she worked with Internationally Trained Professionals in the Radiography Bridging program for about 12 years. She has held various positions which included general MRT\, managerial\, and teaching roles. She obtained her diploma in Radiography from the School of Medical Radiation Technology in Kingston\, Jamaica. In addition\, she holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of the West Indies in Management Studies\, Economics and International Relations. Marvalyn believes in continuing education and professional development and has completed the Advance certificate in CT Imaging and Interventional Radiology with the CAMRT. \n \n\n \n At the end of each webinar you will have a Competency Based QUIZ. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/a-series-of-13-live-webinars-bridging-the-gap-with-the-canadian-professional-practice-in-radiography-summer-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Bridging The Gap GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240731T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241005T233000 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20240731T114614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T213727Z UID:10000264-1722384000-1728171000@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:Special Offer - All events Fall 2024 DESCRIPTION:VCA Special Offer\n\nPay $80 (+HST) and Attend All approved Live Webinars/CPDs in Fall 2024\nOffer available until September 30\, 2024 \nBridging the Gap Webinars are not included\nCertificate of Attendance of an event will be issued when you attend it entirely. \nOne week before the event you will receive an email with the Zoom enrolment details.\nIf you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca \nSee the list of Webinars below\n(Download a pdf version of the Flyer) \n  \n \nScroll Down \, click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online (credit card or paypal) URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/special-offer-all-events-fall-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Bridging The Gap GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240504T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240504T132500 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20240115T181117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T163345Z UID:10000253-1714813200-1714829100@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:Webinar - Pediatric Radiography and Fluoroscopy - Live Webinar DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar \n\n\n\nMay 4\, 2024\n\n\n9:00 am -1:25 pm EST (Eastern Time)\n\n\n\nYou will receive an email with the Zoom enrolment details one week before the event. If you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca \nAbout the Live Webinar \nThe focus of this Live Webinar is on: \n\nFactors to consider in Pediatric Radiography\nNon-Accidental Trauma in Pediatric\nImaging techniques of Chest and Long Bones\nGastric and Urinary Pathology in Fluoroscopy\nRadiation Safety in Pediatrics\n\n \nAccreditation \n \nThis Live Webinar content has been approved by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for up to 4.75 hour CME\, Category A credit in continuing Education; recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). We provide certificate of attendance.Attendance of the entire webinar is required to receive a certificate of attendance. \nScroll Down click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Objectives\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Medical Radiation Technologists (Radiography)\n \n\n \n \nFactors to consider in Pediatric Radiography\nNon-Accidental Trauma in Pediatric\nImaging techniques of Chest and Long Bones\nGastric and Urinary Pathology in Fluoroscopy\nRadiation Safety in Pediatrics\n\n\n \n\n \n Short Biography \nValentina Al Hamouche\, MRT(R)\, MSc.: Valentina holds an M.Sc. Health Systems Management\, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine\, University of London\, UK and B.Sc. (Hons) in Radiography Anglia Polytechnic University\, Cambridge\, UK Applied Health Sciences Department\, Division of Radiography. She has also received a FAETC: Further Adult and Education Teacher’s Certificate from the College of North-East London\, UK (1991)\, and a Diploma in Radiologic Technology American University of Beirut-Medical Centre Radiologic Technology Training Program\, Lebanon. In 1994\, she has pursued further education and training in radiation safety sponsored by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) at the International Center of Theoretical Physics (ICTP) in Trieste Italy. She has over 25 years of radiography teaching experience at different Universities in Canada and abroad. She is a registration committee member at the College of Radiological and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO). She is certified with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). In 2017 she founded VCA Education Solutions for Health Professionals\, Inc. \nJenny Oliver\, MRT(R)\, BSc. (Hons): Jennifer Oliver is working with VCA to help educate and assist with the continued professional development of her fellow Medical Radiation Technologists (MRTs). Jenny (as she prefers to be called) chose to become a healthcare professional to repay the caring support and competent treatment she received after being diagnosed with Type I Diabetes at age seven. She is a trained and certified MRT with an Honours Bachelor of Science Degree from St George’s University of London\, England; part of Kingston University\, UK. Jenny has over five years of hospital and private clinic Radiography Department experience\, including Accident & Emergency. She quickly achieved promotion to Band 6 (Senior UK) Radiographer and was then put in charge of paediatric imaging for all imaging modalities\, but with specific focus in Non-Accidental Trauma. Her most recent employer was the prestigious Stoke Mandeville Hospital in Aylesbury\, England. While in this senior position\, Jenny was trained in Computed Tomography (CT)\, interventional procedures\, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)\, and holds a certificate in Intravenous (IV) Cannulation\, allowing her to administer contrast media along with other drugs used to facilitate scans. Having recently returned to Canada with her young family after a 20-year absence\, Jenny completed the requirements of CAMRT to transfer her UK qualifications to work as a Canadian MRT\, and she is now a member in good standing with CMRTO. \nJason K. Lee\, MSRS\, R.R.A.\, R.T. (R) (CT) (ARRT)\, RPA (CBRPA) is a registered radiologist assistant practicing in the pediatric division for Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore\, Maryland. He performs fluoroscopic procedures as well as contributes to the fluoroscopy training of radiology residents\, radiology fellows\, radiologist assistants\, and med-students. He enjoys giving lectures at the hospital\, local\, national\, and international level\, as well as publishing various radiology articles\, including case studies. He’s currently working on his Doctorate in Health Sciences with anticipated completion in May of 2025.. \n  URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/webinar-pediatric-radiography-and-fluoroscopy-spring2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240427T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240427T102500 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20231221T212237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T173103Z UID:10000250-1714208400-1714213500@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:Dual Energy Radiography-Live Webinar DESCRIPTION:VENUE: Live Webinar \n\n\n\nApr. 27th\, 2024\n\n\n9:00 a.m.-10:25 a.m. (Eastern Time)\n\n\n\nYou will receive an email with the Zoom enrollment details one week before the event.\nIf you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca \nAbout the Education Day \nThe focus of this live webinar is on: \n1- Single-Exposure Dual-Energy Radiography\n• Understand what Dual-Energy Subtraction (DES) X-ray is\, the limitations of older Dual-Exposure DES techniques\, and how a Single Exposure Dual-Energy detector can overcome these limitations.\n• Understand the clinical benefits of Single Exposure Dual-Energy for early detection of small nodules and identification of pneumonia\, pneumothorax and coronary calcifications.\n• Learn more about current hospital implementations of Single Exposure Dual-Energy X-ray.\n• Understand the operational and economic benefits that come from using the Single Exposure Dual-Energy subtraction technique. \n2- When The Radiologist Is Not Available: Improving Confidence in Non-Radiological Environments using Dual-Energy Subtraction \n• Understand what Dual-Energy Subtraction (DES) X-ray is\, the limitations of older Dual-Exposure DES techniques\, and how a Single Exposure Dual-Energy detector can overcome these limitations.\n• Understand the clinical benefits of Single Exposure Dual-Energy for early detection of small nodules and identification of pneumonia\, pneumothorax and coronary calcifications.\n• Learn more about current implementations of Single Exposure Dual-Energy X-ray.\n• Understand how Single-Exposure Dual-Energy subtraction increases confidence in non-radiological environments\, without adding extra reading time. \nDownload Schedule \n \nAccreditation \n \nThis Live Webinar content has been approved by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for up to 1.5 hours Category A credit in continuing Education; recognized by the CAMRT’s provincial organizations and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). We provide certificate of attendance. \n  \nScroll Down click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online (credit card or paypal) \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Objectives\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Radiographers and MRTs\n \n\n \n \nSingle-Exposure Dual-Energy Radiograph.\n When The Radiologist Is Not Available: Improving Confidence in Non-Radiological Environments using Dual-Energy Subtraction\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShort Biographies \nBruce Apgar\, B.S. : Bruce Apgar is a digital imaging consultant for KA imaging. He has a B.S. in Imaging Science from Rochester Institute of Technology. He serves as a digital imaging consultant for KA imaging. With over 30 years of experience in Radiographic imaging\, he is one of the company’s leading experts on image quality and dose reduction issues. He has contributed to a number of publications\, clinical studies and FDA 510 K submissions\, dealing with digital radiography\, image processing and dose management. Previously he was Chairman of the CR/DR group of the Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance (MITA) and has participated with a number of AAPM task groups. He has a B.S. degree in Imaging Science from Rochester Institute of Technology.\nBruce Apgar’s credentials. \nJay Potipcoe\, BA\, MRT(R): Jay is designated MRT with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT)\, having worked at hospitals and private imaging facilities for the past years. Jay has a strong background in general radiography\, gastric fluoroscopy\, orthopaedic intraoperative C-arm fluoroscopy\, CT\, and portable trauma radiography in ER settings. He is also experienced in infection control. Before joining KA Imaging as an Applications Specialist\, he worked on the frontlines\, providing X-ray exams and CT scans to patients suffering from COVID-19. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/dual-energy-radiography-live-webinar-spring2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240420T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240420T114500 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20240108T212701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T193525Z UID:10000252-1713603600-1713613500@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:Radiation Safety in Digital Radiography and Fluoroscopy - Live Webinar DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar \n\n\n\nApril 20\, 2024\n\n\n9:00 am -11:45 am EST (Eastern Time)\n\n\n\nYou will receive an email with the Zoom enrolment details one week before the event. If you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca \nAbout the Live Webinar \nThe focus of this Live Webinar is on: \n\nRadiation Protection of the Staff and Patients and Dose Calculations\n\nExplore the patient dose reduction methods in Radiography\nDiscuss the steps for staff dose reduction\nExplain dose units and calculations in diagnostic radiography\n\n\n Radiation Safety in Fluoroscopy\n\nUnderstand the background of fluoroscopy and recognize its risks and benefits.\nDistinguish between Deterministic and Stochastic effects.\nDescribe key principles that help curb radiation exposure.\nIdentify tips that can help optimize radiation exposure to patients and personnel.\n\n\n\n  \nDownload Schedule \n \nAccreditation \n \nThis Live Webinar content has been approved by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for up to 3 hour CME\, Category A credit in continuing Education; recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). We provide certificate of attendance.Attendance of the entire webinar is required to receive a certificate of attendance. \nScroll Down click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Objectives\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Medical Radiation Technologists (Radiography)\n \n\n \n \nRadiation Protection of the Staff and Patients and Dose Calculations\n\nExplore the patient dose reduction methods in Radiography\nDiscuss the steps for staff dose reduction\nExplain dose units and calculations in diagnostic radiography\n\n\n Radiation Safety in Fluoroscopy\n\nUnderstand the background of fluoroscopy and recognize its risks and benefits.\nDistinguish between Deterministic and Stochastic effects.\nDescribe key principles that help curb radiation exposure.\nIdentify tips that can help optimize radiation exposure to patients and personnel.\n\n\n\n \n\n \n Short Biography \nNejc Mekis\, PhD\, MSc\, rad. technol.\, MSc. ecotechnol\, BSc (Hons) radiography. Professor Mekis is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Health Sciences\, the University of Ljubljana\, where he heads the research and radiology lab at the Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy department. He lectures in different fields of the profession\, including emergency radiography\, general radiography\, radiologic technology\, dose optimization\, radiation protection\, DEXA\, and research in radiography.\nHe is the author of more than 100 articles and conference papers and co-author of two books on radiologic technology and radiographic positioning. His main research fields are general radiography\, optimization in radiography\, image quality\, digital radiography\, dosimetry\, and dose reference levels. He is the first and currently the only associate professor of radiography in Slovenia. Professor Mekis has been elected as the president of the Slovenian Association of Radiographers and executive board member of EFRS. \nJason K. Lee\, MSRS\, R.R.A.\, R.T. (R) (CT) (ARRT)\, RPA (CBRPA) is a registered radiologist assistant practicing in the pediatric division for Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore\, Maryland. He performs fluoroscopic procedures as well as contributes to the fluoroscopy training of radiology residents\, radiology fellows\, radiologist assistants\, and med-students. He enjoys giving lectures at the hospital\, local\, national\, and international level\, as well as publishing various radiology articles\, including case studies. He’s currently working on his Doctorate in Health Sciences with anticipated completion in May of 2025.. \n  URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/radiation-safety-in-digital-radiography-and-fluoroscopy-live-webinar-april20-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240405T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240412T124500 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20240126T202603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T192547Z UID:10000255-1712300400-1712925900@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:MRI - Bridging the Gap with the Canadian Professional Practice - Live Webinar DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n \nLive Webinar \n\n\n\nWebinar:\, April 5 and 12\, 2024: 10 hours \n\n\n\n7:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. (EST) and 8:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. (EST) \n\n\n\nRegistration for the webinar: $350 (+HST)\n\n\nAfter registration\, you will receive information to access the Webinar\n\n\n\nOne week before the event you will receive an email with the Zoom enrolment details. If you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca \nAbout the Tutorial \nThe focus of this Tutorial for IEMRT is the Canadian Professional Practice in MRI; \nWebinar Objectives \n\nIntroduction to National Competency Profile and Roles of MRT.\n\nCare Provider Role competencies Including Patient Interventions \n\n\nIntegrate safe work principles and procedures into practice \n\n\nOperation of MRI Equipment and Quality control testing \n\nMRI Clinical Procedures and pathologies\n\nDownload Schedule \nScroll Down \, click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online (credit card or paypal) \n\n \n \n \n Audience \n \n\n \n Objectives \n \n\n \n Speakers \n \n\n \n Schedule \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Internationally Educated Medical Radiation Technologists (IEMRT) in the discipline of MRI\n \n\n \n Webinar Objectives \n\nIntroduction to National Competency Profile and Roles of MRT.\n\nCare Provider Role competencies Including Patient Interventions \n\n\nIntegrate safe work principles and procedures into practice \n\n\nOperation of MRI Equipment and Quality control testing \n\nMRI Clinical Procedures and pathologies\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n VALENTINA AL HAMOUCHE MRT (R)\, MSc.; CEO VCA Education\n HASSAN AL KHALIDI MRT (R)\, MRT (MR)\n\n\nValentina holds an M.Sc. Health Systems Management\, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine\, University of London\, UK and B.Sc. (Hons) in Radiography Anglia Polytechnic University\, Cambridge\, UK Applied Health Sciences Department\, Division of Radiography. She has also received a FAETC: Further Adult and Education Teacher’s Certificate from the College of North-East London\, UK (1991)\, and a Diploma in Radiologic Technology American University of Beirut-Medical Centre Radiologic Technology Training Program\, Lebanon. In 1994\, she has pursued further education and training in radiation safety sponsored by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) at the International Center of Theoretical Physics (ICTP) in Trieste Italy. She has over 25 years of radiography teaching experience at different Universities in Canada and abroad. She is a registration committee member at the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO). She is certified with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). In 2017 she founded VCA Education Solutions for Health Professionals\, Inc.\nMr. Al Khalidi has worked for 22 years in the disciplines of Radiography and MRI in different countries. Among other roles\, Mr. Al Khalidi was an MRI Clinical education specialist at Medical professionals providing training to technologists and Physicians on GE MRI machines and workstations. Training includes low and high field magnets (0.2Tesla\, 1.5Tesla\, 3Tesla). He was performing all routine and advanced MRI exams (neuro\, musculoskeletal\, body\, enhanced and non-enhanced angiographic exams\, cardiac\, total body\, brain perfusion\, spectroscopy and fiber tracking in addition to distal run off angiography. Currently\, Al Khalidi is working as MRI technologist at Princess Margaret Hospital – UHN\, Toronto\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/mri-bridging-the-gap-with-the-canadian-professional-practice-live-spring2024-webinar/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Bridging The Gap GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240316T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240316T101000 DTSTAMP:20260423T104657 CREATED:20240108T205633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T174838Z UID:10000251-1710579600-1710583800@vcaeducation.ca SUMMARY:Mental Health - Science-based Mindfulness for Health and Achievement - Live Webinar DESCRIPTION:Live Webinar \n\n\n\nMarch 16th\, 2024\n\n\n9:00 am -10:10 am EST (Eastern Time)\n\n\nDeadline for Registration: Mar 16\, 2024\n\n\n\n\nOne week before the event\, you will receive an email with the Zoom enrollment details.\nIf you don’t receive that email\, please check your email spam box or email us at Valhamouche@vcaeducation.ca \nAbout the Live Webinar \nThe focus of this Live Webinar is on Mental Health – Science-based Mindfulness for Health and Achievement – Live Webinar; the webinar objectives are: \n\nTo demonstrate applications of mindfulness investigations to everyday life goals.\nTo demonstrate the applicability of mindfulness investigations to long-term health.\n\nDownload Schedule \n \nAccreditation \n \nThis Live Webinar content has been approved by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for up to 1 hour CME\, Category A credit in continuing Education; recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). We provide certificate of attendance.Attendance of the entire webinar is required to receive a certificate of attendance. \nScroll Down click on the + sign and Get Tickets to Register Online \n\n \n \n \n Audience\n \n\n \n Objectives\n \n\n \n Speakers\n \n\n \n Schedule\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n All professions including Medical Radiation Technologists \n \n\n \n The live webinar will cover: \n\nA Demonstration of applications of mindfulness investigations to everyday life goals.\nA demonstration of the applicability of mindfulness investigations to long term health.\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProfessor Paul Ritvo\, PhD\, Clinical Psychology\n\nShort Biography \nProfessor Paul Ritvo\, PhD\, CPsych: Paul Ritvo is a Professor of Kinesiology and Health Science and Psychology at York University in Toronto\, Ontario. He is a prolific researcher and writer in mental health\, mindfulness meditation\, exercise effects and online intervention. He is an author of over 160 journal articles and three books. Currently his research funding originates from the Canadian Institutes for Health Research\, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council\, and the Canadian Pain Society. Amongst other topics\, he is currently researching mindfulness and cognitive behavioural therapy in the treatment of chronic pain and cellular stress in relation to lab-based stressors.. URL:https://vcaeducation.ca/event/mental-health-science-based-mindfulness-for-health-and-achievement-live-webinar-march16-2024/ LOCATION:Online\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada GEO:43.653226;-79.3831843 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR