Special Focus Session

SF 16 - Sustainability in medical imaging and radiotherapy: strategies for a greener future

February 28, 16:00 - 17:30 CET

There is increasing pressure on healthcare systems to act to reduce the environmental impact of operations, but it can be challenging to understand exactly how to achieve this. This session aims to discover what a "green" department looks like in both imaging and radiotherapy and, in particular, what actions can be taken by those working on the front line.
11 min
Chairpersons' introduction
18 min
The path to a sustainable radiology department
18 min
Radiographers' role in achieving sustainability in radiotherapy
18 min
Nuclear medicine's green initiatives and the significance of radiographers
25 min
Panel discussion: How can we improve environmental awareness in the next generation of healthcare professionals?