International Day of Radiology observed at Kasturba Hospital
International Day of Radiology is observed on November 8 to commemorate the discovery of X-rays.
Manipal, Nov 09, 2021: The Department of Radiodiagnosis at Kasturba Medical College and Hospital, Manipal organized a program to observe the International Day of Radiology.
World Radiology Day is observed every year on November 8 to commemorate the discovery of X-radiation, or X-rays. On this day in 1895, German scientist Wilhelm Conrad Rontgen completed the discovery of X-radiation, X-rays. In 1901, he became the first recipient of the Nobel Prize in Physics for this achievement.
Dr. H S Ballal, Pro-Chancellor, MAHE Manipal inaugurated and released the information booklet.
“The theme for the year is ‘Interventional Radiology – Active care for the patient’. The theme aims at inviting everyone to observe the essential role that interventional radiology plays in treating patients. Nowadays radiology department plays an important role in the diagnosis of disease”, he said.
Dr. Sharath K Rao, Dean, KMC was the guest of honor of the program. C G Muthana, Chief Operating Officer, Dr. Avinash Shetty, Medical Superintendent were the guests of honor.
Dr. Prakashini K, Head, Department of Radiodiagnosis gave an overview. Dr. Rajagopal K V, Professor, Department of Radiodiagnosis welcomed the gathering and Dr. Chethan Kumar M proposed the vote of thanks.
