What is your rationale behind conducting a scientific programme dedicated to CT? How has it evolved and grown over the years?
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| Dr Sanjeev Mani |
As you know, CT is one of the greatest scientific inventions of the 20th century, and even today its use and protocols are ever changing, based on new studies and ideas. The aim of CT FEST is to educate radiologists and students in India about the changes that take place worldwide in the field of CT. By inviting internationally acclaimed speakers to India, we wish to expose the students to newer protocols and studies which will help them inculcate these protocols in their routine practice. This, in turn, will eventually improve diagnostics and healthcare.
How have you geared up for CT Fest 2012? What preparations have been underway?
We have moved our venue to Grand Hyatt, Mumbai for this event. All delegates and speakers will be staying at this venue itself.
What will be the focus of CT Fest 2012? Which topics would be covered under the scientific programme?
The focus on this year’s CT is on neck, chest and cardiac imaging. All topics in these sections will be covered in this year’s programme, with a special emphasis on cardiac CT. Dr Lawrence Boxt who is an expert and pionerer of cardiac CT and MR imaging will be addressing the delegates on many topics such as cardiac anatomy variations, stent and plaque evaluation and emergency cardiac CT.
Who are the national and international speakers at the event?
The international speakers are Dr Lawrence Boxt, Dr Sujal Desai, Dr Moulay Meziane, Dr Kshitij Mankad. The national faculty includes Dr Sanjay Vaid.
What are the new additions to look for at CT Fest 2012?
This year’s event will have a ‘Rising Stars’ programme in which youngsters selected on the basis of their submitted abstracts and posters will be given a chance to present their material in the hall. These students will be judged by the international speakers.
Is there an exhibition along with the scientific programme? If yes, any specific launches scheduled?
Most of the top CT and software companies are participating in this event. Sanrad, who is India’s premium company in CT, is our platinum sponsor for this event.
What is your message for the exhibitors and the participants expected at CT fest 2012?
We expect almost 400 participants for this event, and have created new sections such as ‘Rising Stars’ programme, ‘T20’, and a ‘Department Head-To-Head’ contest. We request all radiologists and residents to participate in this event, and we, the organisers would like to make this an event to remember.
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