From February 28 to March 3, Meeting Destination Vienna once again hosted radiology experts. The 30th edition of the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) focused on the theme “Next Generation Radiology” and the use of Artificial Intelligence.
Over 16,000 experts from the field of radiology attended this year’s ECR at the Austria Center Vienna and online. They enjoyed an extensive program focussed on future-oriented technologies and, above all the potential applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
“Our theme for this year, ‘Next Generation Radiology’, reflects not only our commitment to embracing the future but also our recognition of the transformative potential it holds. It signifies our commitment to exploring the uncharted territories of medical imaging, where artificial intelligence augments human expertise, where radiomics unlocks the hidden patterns within images, and where telemedicine connects us to patients across borders,” says Prof. Carlo Catalano, ECR 2024 President.
ECR 2024 program highlights
ECR 2024 looked at the boundaries of radiology to continuously improve patient well-being through innovation. The program included a variety of different sessions, from state-of-the-art symposia to quiz formats and hands-on workshops to refresher courses and so-called “New Horizon” sessions, which provided an insight into recent developments within specific areas of practice. Established formats such as The Cube, a feature event of the ECR dedicated to interventional radiology, were also on the agenda again this year.
Highlights this year included the opening ceremony, which will be hosted by Congress President Catalano together with Ameca, the world’s most advanced robotic humanoid. The “Innovation in Focus” program also promised exciting insights into the future of radiology. With topics ranging from sustainability and data management in radiology to the use of chatbots and integrated diagnostics, the format took attendees on a journey to the unexplored realms of medical imaging and beyond.
In addition, there was a dedicated program on the topic of Artificial Intelligence. Machine learning, big data and deep learning were the focus of the AI Theatre & Exhibition.
Learn more about the ESR Congress here.
