Watch our MSKRAD 2026, Musculoskeletal Imaging Conference, on-demand
Join us for 3-days of essential updates in MSK imaging. We’re pleased to have hosted Dr Kate Stevens, Professor of Radiology at Stanford University, who headlined this year’s MSK Radiology conference. Professor Stevens directs ultrasound services within the Musculoskeletal Imaging Division at Stanford Medicine. Her clinical and research expertise spans sports medicine, rheumatology, and advanced MRI and ultrasound-guided therapies. She plays an active leadership role in the International Skeletal Society and contributes to faculty development and human performance initiatives at Stanford. Find out more about Prof Kate Stevens.
Dr Aparisi Gómez also brought a wealth of MSK updates to this year’s MSKRAD conference. Dr Aparisi Gómez is a Consultant Radiologist at Te Whatu Ora Te Toka Tumai Auckland and Honorary Lecturer at The University of Auckland, and an active member of national (SERAM, SERME, ASUM) and international radiological societies (ISS, ESSR, ESR, AMSIG) and specialty subcommittees of ESSR. She is a member of the education committee of the European Society of Skeletal Radiology and the e-learning subcommittee of the European Society of Radiology. Find our more about Dr Aparisi Gómez.
Our headline speakers were joined by Dr Dee Nandurkar. Radiologist and Nuclear Medicine Specialist at Monash Health, who presented on the 'Role of Nuclear Medicine in MSK', Dr Mark Rassie from Imaging Associates who shared expert insights on two essential topics in sports imaging: ‘What General Radiologists Miss on Sports Medicine Scans’ and ‘Imaging of the Hip and Thigh in the Sports Medicine Setting’. We also welcomed Dr Tina Racunica, Consultant Rheumatologist and Director of Southern Rheumatology, and Dr Kerelus Morkos, who also provided an informative session for Registrars at this year's MSKRAD.
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Imaging Associates Australia is a leading radiology group offering state‑of‑the‑art medical imaging services delivered with a strong focus on communication, care, and compassion for every patient. The organisation is proudly owned and operated by a team of world‑leading radiologists and employs a workforce of 501–1,000 staff, reflecting the scale of its clinical expertise and service reach . Their clinics are known for a highly collaborative culture where patients receive personalised, human‑centred care supported by advanced technology, and staff are supported through an inclusive, innovative workplace. This combination of clinical excellence, genuine patient focus, and strong staff culture positions Imaging Associates as a trusted and respected provider across Australia.
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PROGRAM
Saturday 1st AUGUST
08:45 - 09:00 Welcome
09:00 - 09:45 MRI of the shoulder - Rotator Cuff and Impingement
09:45 - 09:50 Minibreak
09:50 - 10:30 MRI of the shoulder - Glenoid Labrum and Instability
10:30 - 11:00 MORNING TEA
11:00 - 11:30 Role of Nuclear Medicine in MSK
11:30 - 12:00 Ultrasound Shoulder
12:30 - 12:30 Ultrasound Wrist
12:30 - 13:30 LUNCH
13:30 - 14:10 MRI Wrist
14:10 - 14:15 Mini break
14:15 - 15:00 Screening of Soft Tissue Lumps
15:00 - 15:15 AFTERNOON TEA
15:15 - 16:15 MRI of the Elbow
16:15 - 16:45 Cysts and bursae around the knee
Sunday 2nd AUGUST
09:00 - 09:40 The Dark Side of MRI
09:30 - 09:45 Minibreak
09:45 - 10:30 Spine infection imaging
10:30 - 11:00 MORNING TEA
11:00 - 11:30 What General Radiologist Miss on Sports Medicine Scans
11:30 - 12:00 Imaging of Hip and Thigh in the Sports Medicine Setting
12:00 - 12:30 Could You Tell A Deepfake?
12:30 - 13:30 LUNCH
13:30 - 14:00 MRI Knee - Ligamentous Injuries
14:00 - 14:30 MRI Knee - Meniscal Injuries
14:30 - 15:00 Could You Pass the FRANZCR Part 2 MSK Viva?
15:00 - 15:15 AFTERNOON TEA
15:15 - 15:45 Impingement Syndromes around the Hip
15:45 - 16:30 Case Review
Monday 3rd AUGUST
09:00 - 09:30 Bone Marrow Imaging
09:30 - 10:00 The Limping Child
10:00 - 10:05 Minibreak
10:05 - 10:35 Concepts in Spinal Imaging - A Case Base Approach (part 2)
10:35 - 11:00 MORNING TEA
11:00 - 11:30 Effects of Radiotherapy & Chemotherapy on the MSK System
11:30 - 12:00 US Guided Intra-Articular Techniques - Lower Limb
12:00 - 12:30 US Guided Intra-Articular Techniques - Upper Limb
12:30 - 13:30 LUNCH
13:30 - 14:15 Imaging of Forefoot and Metatarsalgia
14:15 - 15.00 Commonly Missed Fractures in the Ankle and Foot
15:00 - 15:15 AFTERNOON TEA
15:15 - 16:00 Imaging of the Hand
16:00- 16:15 Challenging cases
16:15 - 16:20 CLOSING REMARKS
Please note: This program is subject to change. We will endeavour to keep the topics as close to the advertised format should changes occur)
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PRICING
Consultant 3 day - $1650
Registrar/Radiographer 3 day - $790

