The Society for Computer Applications in Radiology

• Main Authors: Bradley J. Erickson, Robert G. Gould, Richard L. Morin, David W. Piraino, Bruce I. Reiner, Phd Anna, Marie Mason, Executive Director
• Other Authors: The Pennsylvania State University CiteSeerX Archives
• Format: Text
• Language: English
• Published: 2000
• Subjects: SCAR
• Online Access: http://citeseerx.ist.psu.edu/viewdoc/summary?doi=10.1.1.138.1797; http://www.siimweb.org/assets/f743266e-c0a4-4147-9b9a-67dbb624700b.pdf

The Society for Computer Applications in Radiology (SCAR) is devoted to the advancement of computer applications and information technology in medical imaging through education and research. SCAR provides an open environment for imaging information professionals to access expert and cutting-edge resources in a collegial and practical atmosphere. A fundamental role of SCAR is to bridge the gap between the engineers and scientists who develop information systems and the radiologists and technologists who use them. Membership in SCAR is open to anyone with an interest in this vital and growing field. SCAR facilitates the growth and exchange of knowledge through face-to-face interaction, publication of the Journal of Digital Imaging, educational conferences, consultation through the expert hotline, formation and support of user groups, and establishment of worldwide liaisons with appropriate computer and radiologic societies. SCAR’s educational resources and expertise help health information professionals address the clinical applications and implementation of picture archiving communication systems, direct digital radiology, speech recognition, and the emerging applications of digital radiology. This white paper is the first in a series of releases sponsored by the Research and Development Committee of SCAR. The series will cover cutting-edge technology topics with practical applications of interest to all radiological personnel.