The Scan

Artificial intelligence has the potential to transform healthcare from a reactive system focused on treatment to a proactive model centred on prediction, prevention and earlier intervention. But alongside the opportunities come critical questions around trust, governance, workforce readiness and how clinicians integrate AI safely and effectively into patient care.  A/Prof Helen Frazer and Dr...

Reliable medical imaging and diagnostics are often taken for granted. Yet in many parts of the world, consistent access to radiology services remains out of reach. Radiology Across Borders (RAB) is a global charity working to change this reality by strengthening radiology capability through education, training and in‑country support, helping to improve health outcomes in emerging nations. RAB co‑f...

Radiation oncologist Dr Gerry Adams reflects on a career that has spanned continents, disciplines and leadership in cancer care. Originally from Northern Ireland and trained in Edinburgh, Dr Adams eventually made his way to regional Queensland, where he has helped build and expand radiation oncology services in Bundaberg.  Dr Adams discusses the rewards and challenges of practising in a regio...

Radiology is evolving at unprecedented speed, shaped by rapid technological change, clinical innovation, growing workforce pressures and the need for thoughtful, values-driven leadership. This first episode of The Scan explores how the profession can meet the future while staying grounded in integrity, best practice, and its commitment to improving health outcomes for all. Dr Rajiv Rattan, current...