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Clinical radiology census reports
Our census report presents a comprehensive picture of the clinical radiology workforce each year, and enables us to speak decisively about the issue.
Clinical oncology census reports
Our census report presents a comprehensive picture of the clinical oncology workforce each year, and enables us to speak decisively about the issue.
Briefing on AI to support radiotherapy auto-contouring
We have published a new briefing outlining the current use of AI-powered autocontouring software, and our support for a national programme to extend its use.
Recruitment freezes in UK imaging and cancer departments
The Royal College of Radiologists has been working to understand the extent of hiring freezes in imaging and cancer departments across the UK, following concerns raised by our members.
Resident Doctors: Leaders of the future
Our Task and Finish Group has produced guidance for trusts on how to ensure Resident Doctors acquire the skills they need to lead teams to provide safe, effective care for patients.
Diagnostics and cancer care in the devolved nations
These policy briefings outline the state of diagnostics and cancer care in Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, and feature specific policy recommendations.
Equipped for the Future: Diagnostics equipment in NHS England – the case for investment
We have published a new policy report on diagnostic imaging equipment which refreshes and hones our recommendations on the provision of much-needed scanners, making the case for greater investment in radiology services for the benefit of patients.
Scepticism from doctors following manifesto launches
The next government, whoever they are, will take over at a pivotal moment for the NHS. Ahead of election day we wanted to test some of the parties’ health policies with RCR Fellows and Members to understand how those we represent feel about the proposed policies of those who would like to be in power.
Recovering radiotherapy services in England
The Radiotherapy Board have developed a policy briefing which explores the reasons why more patients are having to wait longer for their radiotherapy and suggests recommendations for what the government and NHS can to do restore services.
Embracing AI to support the NHS in delivering early diagnoses
The Royal College of Radiologists and The Royal College of Pathologists have published a joint report following a meeting they co-chaired at 10 Downing Street to discuss the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the NHS.
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