August 30, 2008

To the members of the Indiana Radiological Society and guests:

It is my pleasure to welcome you to the IRS and our web-site. I am honored to serve as the 2008 President. The Indiana Radiological Society is the organized voice of radiologists in our state, and we represent Indiana radiologists within the American College of Radiology. We have over 600 members that contribute our voice and support to the ACR which has approximately 30,000 members.

Dr. De Persio said last year, and I will say again, how important, exciting, challenging, and rewarding our profession is. Imaging has truly revolutionized the practice of medicine in less than a generation. It is a critical part of nearly every hospital patient’s admission today and we believe that this technology has the ability to improve our patients’ health.

It is our members who make a difference in the lives of patients that receive imaging. Our volunteers keep the state members up to date with the policies and procedures that optimize our practices. I thank all of our volunteers who serve this state and its people, especially the officers of the Society.  Members give their valuable time to advance the concerns and positions of our profession to the benefit of the patients and communities we serve. Your financial contributions to the Society in the form of annual dues make our efforts possible. We invite all to volunteer in the IRS as well.

I will continue to serve the Society by promoting education and policies regarding radiation safety, particularly for children. Please visit the Image Gently Campaign web page to learn more at www.imagegently.com. We are also increasing the links between the Radiology Business Managers Association’s Indiana chapter (IRBMA), and the state technologists, physicists, and clinicians to improve the services to Indiana’s citizens. We continue to face challenges that require your support and participation. If you have concerns or ideas, please share them with one of us at the IRS. The officers and councilors are your voice within the ACR and we want to hear from you!

In closing, I thank Dr. De Persio for his service as the 2007 president. We will continue to be the voice of your state radiology profession. Please mark your calendars for October 4, 2008 and join us at the Fall Meeting. We look forward to seeing you. Keep in touch.

Sincerely,

Kimberly E. Applegate, MD, MS
President, Indiana Radiological Society

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