Description:

This session will feature several poster presentations. The authors will present a synopsis of their poster and research. Following the rapid fire presentations the audience will be encouraged to meet the authors at their posters to learn more.

Objectives:

• Explore practice insights and improvements from MRT led research.
• Participate in scholarly discussion.

Posters Featured:

Efficacy of Density Override of Gas Bubbles in Radiation Planning for Gynaecological Patients
Haley Gillett, Radiation Therapy Student, McMaster University

Radiation Medical Error Disclosure… What Are Patient’s Perspectives?
Marcia Smoke, MRT(T), ACT, MSc, Adjunct Professor, School of Interdisciplinary Science Medical Radiation Sciences, McMaster University
Hanna Jawed, Student BMRSc, Mohawk-McMaster Medical Radiation Sciences Program

Dosimetric Impact of Geographic Miss in Radiation Therapy using Dose Metrics
Eva Cao, Student, Radiation Therapy Student, McMaster University

Accrediting Change – B.C. Diagnostic Accreditation Program’s response to Indigenous-specific racism
Sharan Manship, Manager, Diagnostic Services, Diagnostic Accreditation Program, College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC

New Hire Orientation: A Competency Based Framework for Deliberate Excellence
Sandra Taves Bhutto, DMS, MMScMedEd (pending), The Hospital for Sick Children

Analyzing Technical Factor Selection for Exposure Index and Patient Dose: A Study of Portable X-ray Imaging in the NICU at SickKids Hospital
Adam Magliozzi, Student Radiological Technologist, SickKids Hospital

Improving Radiation Treatment Setup Efficiency, Safety and Quality of Care
Edwin Chan,Professional Resource Radiation Therapist, Southlake Regional Health Centre

Approved for 0.5 Category A Credit