The Christie Foundation Trust Annual Report and Accounts 2021-22

Radiology

Ultrasound We have performed over 4,000 diagnostic and interventional US examinations this year. The department has appointed its first Ultrasonographer, who is undertaking a PG Cert in Ultrasonography alongside gaining practical experience within the department. PET-CT Reporting The department is responsible for Nuclear Medicine reporting, including reporting for the Greater Manchester Oncology PET-CT service. Fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) PET-CT referrals in 2021/22 have exceeded 10,000 cases. The departments of Radiology and Medical Physics work closely together to ensure performance is on target to meet the requirements of the new PET-CT National Contract from April 2022. Performance has improved thanks to closer collaboration with the new consultant clinical scientist leading the nuclear medicine service. In support of this, the PET Academy continues to provide teaching and training modules and we train external Radiologists to support GM.

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