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Musculoskeletal imaging insight 2015: Kenya
Kathryn J Stevens1, Kavulani Mutiso2, Luca Maria Sconfienza3,4
1Department of Radiology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Room S-062A Grant Building, 300 Pasteur Drive, Stanford, CA, 94305-5105, USA. kate.stevens@stanford.edu.
Skeletal Radiology
|April 27, 2016
Summary
The International Skeletal Society (ISS) successfully conducted musculoskeletal imaging outreach programs in Kenya, strengthening radiology education in sub-Saharan Africa. These educational events are now a routine part of international radiology conferences in the region.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Medical Education
- International Health
Background:
- The International Skeletal Society (ISS) has developed popular outreach programs in sub-Saharan Africa over the past six years.
- ISS outreach is now a regular feature at international radiology conferences in the region.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the organizational planning and execution of ISS outreach programs in Kenya.
- To highlight the collaborative efforts with local and regional radiology organizations.
Main Methods:
- A 3-year planning period preceded the outreach events.
- Two distinct outreach events were organized in Kenya: an educational course and participation in an annual meeting.
Main Results:
- The seventh and eighth sub-Saharan outreach efforts took place in Nairobi and Mombasa, Kenya.
- The Nairobi event was an educational course on musculoskeletal imaging held from May 26-28, 2015.
- The Mombasa event was a collaboration with the African Society of Radiology (ASR) at their annual meeting from May 30-June 2, 2015.
Conclusions:
- The ISS outreach programs have become highly anticipated and integral to radiology education in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Successful collaborations with organizations like the ASR enhance the reach and impact of these educational initiatives.
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