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Neuroradiology
Events
2007
- Dr. Humera Ahsan, Visiting Professor
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| Dr. Humera Ahsan, Associate Professor and Section Head of MRI in the Department of Radiology at the Aga Khan University Hospital in Karachi, Pakistan will be a visiting professor in Neuroradiology from December 31, 2007 to January 11, 2008. She will be presenting Imaging Sciences Grand Rounds on Thursday, January 3, 2008 at 12:30 pm in the Imaging Sciences Conference Room on "Imaging in Movement Disorders". She will also be presenting interesting cases in MRI on Wednesday, January 2, 2008 at 12:00 PM in room 1-4719. |
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Atrium Concert Series: Where Art & Science Meet
On December 11, 2007, the Department of Neurosurgery sponsored a chamber music concert in the Atrium of the Medical Center.
“Performing music is one of the most complex forms of skilled, serial action that can be produced by the human brain. The brain not only guides rapid, fine motor movements, but also ‘orchestrates’ the intangible, subtle variations of tempo, timbre, and phrasing that are collectively referred to as aesthetic style.” — Dr. Robert Bakos
During the concert Dr. Vincent Reale played violin together with Jason Sah on the viola, Jeff Miller on the guitar, Jennifer Gliere and Alexandra Nguyen for a memorable late afternoon. Clinicians, students, and researchers attended, relaxed and allowed the music to perform its magic. Music was on our mind. |
- Maxillofacial Imaging Book Reviewed by AJNR
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| Maxillofacial Imaging book had a very positive review by the American Journal of Neuroradiology in the Nov-Dec 2007 issue. The doctor reviewing the book encouraged us to write a full text book on the subject. |
- New Biplane Angiographic Room Ready
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| The biplane neuroangiography room is ready for clinical use and the first procedure was successfully performed in this state-of-the-art neuroradiology diagnostic and therapeutic room. |
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Fall is a spectacular time in Rochester and the leaves are slowly turning yellow, red and brown before they drop to the ground. |
- Maxillofacial Imaging Book Reviewed by AAOMR
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Maxillofacial Imaging book got a positive reception by the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology (AAOMR) |
- Dr. Bakos speaks on: "The Music of Carl Maria von Weber"
- Neuroradiology PA and Technologist receive Strong Star of Commitment Award
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Cindy Zink, RPA-C and Linda Condon, RT received the Strong Star of Commitment Award for their professional and friendly attitudes. They were complimented on their “Down to Earth” attitude and approachable. The patient commented that “Every medical experience should be like this”.
Cindy and Linda went to the Strong Star luncheon where their pictures were taken and will be displayed in the hospital. Their certificates and patient comment card will be displayed in the Imaging Sciences department .
We congratulate Cindy and Linda on a job well done!
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- Former Fellows and Residents reunite at ASHNR
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| Former University of Rochester fellows and residents got together at the American Society of Head and Neck Radiology Meeting in Seattle. Pictured above are Peter Takeyama, Ramon De Guzman and Larry Buadu listening to a head and neck lecture. |
- U of R well represented at American Society of Head and Neck Radiology
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| The University of Rochester was well represented at the 2007 ASHNR annual meeting in Seattle. We had three posters, one oral presentation and one invited lecture. |
- Poster wins recognition at the American Society of Neuroradiology
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| Dr. Rajiv Mangla received Magna Cum Laude Award at the American Society of Neuroradiology for his poster on “Dynamic Susceptibility-weighted Contrast-enhanced Perfusion MR Imaging in Neuro-oncologic Imaging”. |
- New biplane angiography unit being installed
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| New biplane flat- panel Phillips angiography unit is being installed for Neuroradiology. |
- Bill Quinlan retires after 50 years of service at the University of Rochester
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| Bill Quinlan retired after 50 years of service to the University of Rochester. For the last twenty years Bill was the clinical coordinator for the Radiology Department where he oversaw all of the department's clinical trials. The department held a farewell celebration on August 30th. |
- Clinical Neuroscience Conference
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| Clinical neuroscience conference with (from left to right) Drs. Sharma, Germine and Bakos presenting challenging neurology and neurosurgery cases. |
- Wilmot Cancer Center Construction Continues
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| Construction on the University of Rochester's Wilmot Cancer Center continues to move quickly and will be ready for the first patient in mid-2008. |
- Maxillofacial Imaging book receives a good review in the European Journal of Orthodontics
- Neuroradiology Fellow Recognized for Outstanding Scholarly Activity
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During the academic year of 2006-2007 one neuroradiology fellow, Ajay Malhotra, presented 24 exhibits, educational posters, or papers at national meetings. This is an exceptional achievement which was recognized at the Annual Resident Dinner at the University of Rochester. Dr. Malhotra was given a textbook on maxillofacial imaging authored by Drs. Larheim and Westesson. |
- Neuroradiology Successful at National Meetings
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During the academic year of 2006-2007 Neuroradiology presented scientific and educational posters at many national meetings. This is thanks to the efforts of residents, fellows, and faculty. |
- RAIN Award 2007 to Brian Sorensen
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| Brian Sorensen wins the Neuroradiology RAIN (Recognition of Achievement in Neuroradiology) award for his extensive contribution to the Neuroradiology teaching file. Dr. Sorensen was given a textbook on diffusion-weighted MR imaging authored by Drs. Moritani, Ekholm, and Westesson. |
- RAIN Award 2007 to Brady Huang
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| Brady Huang wins the Neuroradiology RAIN (Recognition of Achievement in Neuroradiology) award for his extensive contribution to the Neuroradiology teaching file. Dr. Huang was given a textbook on diffusion-weighted MR imaging authored by Drs. Moritani, Ekholm, and Westesson |
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| During the academic year of 2006-2007 these fellows have graduated from Neuroradiology after completing their training. |
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| Neuroradiology attends department graduation dinner at Casa Larga. From left to right: Drs. Ajay Malhotra, Rajiv Mangla, Virendra Kumar, Guruprasad Srinath, Ashwani Sharma and Taik-Kun Kim. |
- Neuroradiology Division Grows
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| Neuroradiology Division grows and we are now four faculty, two researchers, five fellows, two physician assistants, and two secretaries. |
- Helicopter Transport to SMH
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| Helicopter transport to Strong Memorial Hospital occurs many times each day. Photo above shows a helicopter that landed right outside the main hospital entrance. |
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| Spring is a beautiful time in Rochester with clear skies and very fresh air. Above is a photo of the old entrance to Strong Memorial Hospital which was erected in 1923 under the leadership of the first dean of the medical school, Dr. George Whipple. |
- Dr. Ajay Malhotra lectures on "CNS Imaging in Phakomatoses"
- Neuroradiology Hires New Attending
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Dr. Jeevak Almast will be coming back to Rochester on July 1, 2007 as an attending in the Division of Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology. We are all looking forward to Jeevak's return. He will take an active part in our education program in addition to his clinical and academic duties. |
- Wilmot Cancer Center Construction Underway
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| Construction of the new Wilmot Cancer Center at the University of Rochester is rapidly moving along. This new building will be a state-of-the- art facility to consolidate patient care and laboratory research and will be an asset for our community. |
- Division attends American Society of Spine Radiology
The 2007 American Society of Spine Radiology (ASSR) meeting was held in Marco Island, Florida, February 22-25. The Division had a successful turn out this year with several presentations:
- Butani D, Zink C, Malhotra A, Westesson P-L. "Cervical myelography: why,
who, and how."
- Cesarz M, Westesson P-L. "Axial loading in MR imaging for spinal canal
stenosis."
- El Sherief A, Kathuria S, Malhotra A, Westesson P-L. "Cystic spinal
lesions."
- Lin E, Kathuria S, Westesson P-L. "Cervical discography: Improving
therapeutic outcome in the management of symptomatic degenerative disc
disease."
- Mirza S, Wang H. "Contrast-enhanced MR angiography of the spine: how it's
done, normal anatomy, and spinal vascular pathology."
- Takeyama P, Wang H, Ekholm S, Westesson P-L. "Image-guided spine
procedures for relief of severe back pain: A guide to epidural steroid
injection, facet joint injection, and selective nerve root block."
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| Participants at ASSR review electronic exhibits. |
Division has dinner together in Florida at the ASSR meeting. |
- Dr. Guruprasad Srinath lectures on "Posterior Fossa Intraaxial Masses"
- Dr. Sudhir Kathuria lectures on "Head and Neck Imaging"
- Cherry blossoms in bloom in Japan
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Dr. Yuji Numaguchi sends his best regards with traditional pictures from the early cherry blossom season in Japan. Photos by Mr. Nohara and Dr. Numaguchi. |
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- Vertebroplasty Article Published
- Neuroradiology Resident Award
Neuroradiology gives an award to the resident who publishes the most cases on our “Case of the Week” (interesting cases) web site during the academic year. We calculate from May 1st through April 30th, and it is the accepted cases that count. Dr. Jerry Lee was last year's recipient. |
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- Neuroradiology Fellowship Program has Strong Applicant Pool
| Our Neuroradiology Fellowship Program sees a strong applicant pool. We have already received 15 applications for our 4-5 neuroradiology fellowship positions that are starting July 1, 2008. We will begin interviewing at the end of April and make our selections by the early summer. |
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- Maxillofacial Imaging Book Reviewed
Rochester has a characteristic four season climate. Winter is here with snow, often sunshine, and possibilities for winter sports: skiing, skating, Ice sailing and winter hiking. |
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