Moderators: Isabelle Zheng & Scott Adams

This multidisciplinary “Lessons I Have Learned” session brings together experts in oncologic imaging, breast imaging, spinal pathology and interventional imaging, head and neck imaging, and emergency and trauma imaging to share real-world cases that shaped their practice. Through open discussion of interpretive pitfalls, speakers will highlight practical insights to enhance image interpretation across subspecialties.

At this end of this session, delegates will be able to:

• Identify where misses or misinterpretation can occur in cases from multiple radiology subspecialties.
• Apply practical lessons from expert cases and use them to improve everyday interpretation, diagnostic accuracy, and communication.
• Apply specific strategies that support ongoing self-reflection, error reduction, and continuous improvement as a radiologist.

Target Audience:

• Radiologist
• Resident
• Medical Student

CanMEDS:

• Medical Expert
• Communicator
• Leader
• Scholar
• Professional

Lessons Learned: Multidisciplinary Tumor Conference
Meghan Lubner

This presentation will review cases discussed at multidisciplinary tumor board where lessons were learned, including missed/added imaging interpretation, and/or changes in management.

COI: None Declared

Lessons Learned: Breast Imaging
Caitlin Ward

This presentation will challenge the assumption of stability and caution the use of a BI-RADS 5. The presenter will explore the demands of being a radiologist and the need to set clear boundaries to achieve a successful work/life balance.

COI: Dr. Caitlin Ward has received financial payments from CSBI, GE Healthcare, Mammography Educators, and the CAMRT in the capacity of an educational speaker. Additionally, Dr. Ward serves as a committee member on the OMA Relativity Advisory Committee.

Lessons Learned: Spinal Pathology & Interventional Imaging
Kieran Murphy

This presentation will discuss personal experience managing over 1000 women with Tarlov Cysts. While 80% are asymptomatic, approximately 20% are very symptomatic and can be safely treated.

COI: None Declared

Lessons Learned: Head & Neck Imaging
Mario Kontolemos

This presentation will highlight head and neck imaging cases from my hospital that shaped my practice, focusing on common interpretive pitfalls and subtle findings that may be commonly missed. Through case-based discussion, attendees will gain insight into common sources of error and apply strategies to improve their interpretation of similar head and neck studies. 

Lessons Learned: Emergency & Trauma Imaging
Ferco Berger

The talk “Lessons Learned: Emergency & Trauma Imaging” will review cases that provided crucial insights, shaping best practices to optimize patient care. The discussion will include strategies for effective communication within a multidisciplinary team.

COI: None Declared