International Day of Radiology

International Day of Radiology

International Day of Radiology was observed all across the world on 8^th November 2019.

Key Points:

• International Day of Radiology (IDoR) was recognised in 2012 to celebrate the changing role of medical imaging in modern healthcare. 
• The 8th November is also the anniversary of the discovery of X-rays which was discovered by Wilhelm Conrad Rontgen in 1895.
• The theme is sports imaging, with musculoskeletal radiology serving as one of the fastest-growing subspecialties in diagnostic radiology.
• For IDoR 2019 the crucial role of imaging in the diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of sports injuries will be highlighted.
• IDoR is sponsored by RSNA, the American College of Radiology and European Society of Radiology,
• The day is aimed at building awareness of the field and its work in research, diagnosis and patient treatment.