posted Mar 29, 2012 11:16 AM by Cincinnati Radiation Socity (CRS)
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2012 CRS Vendors Meeting!
You’re invited to attend the 2012 Vendors
Meeting hosted by the Cincinnati Radiation Society!
Vendors such as, ORTEC, LACO, Dade Moeller &
Associates, Perkin Elmer, Canberra, Landauer, and ORAU will be presenting information on radiation
monitoring devices, emergency response, and technology available for nuclear,
health, and the environmental industries.
Come discover what these local companies have to offer! Opportunities for participating
as a Vendor are still available, so if you know anyone who may want to
participate as a Vendor, please feel free to pass on the attached Vendor
Invitation (below). The deadline for applying can be extended at your request.
Also, if any companies who
would like to join the CRS as an Affiliate Member - see the Affiliate
Membership Form (below)!
Vendors and Attendees
will need to RSVP for this event at:
meeting@crs-hps.org
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posted Mar 2, 2012 7:22 AM by Cincinnati Radiation Socity (CRS)
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Cincinnati Radiation Society of the Health Physics Society
Presents:
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
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Marilyn J. Goske, M.D., is the Corning Benton Endowed Chair for Radiology Education and staff radiologist at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. With special expertise in ultrasound and gastrointestinal imaging, Dr. Goske is a nationally-recognized pediatric radiologist primarily focused on medical and web-based education for pediatric radiology residents and fellows. She is the past Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the Society for Pediatric Radiology (SPR). As former president of SPR, she is the founder and chair of the national Image Gently™ campaign focusing on using kid-sized imaging, rather than adult-sized, for children in the United States. This international campaign brings together 50 organizations representing more than 600,000 imaging specialists who are involved in pediatrics, radiology, physics and radiology technology. Dr. Goske has written and presented extensively on subjects relating to professional standards of practice and patient care in radiology and has been published in of books, scientific journals and on-line publications. She currently is a reviewer for Pediatric Radiology and the American Journal of Roentgenology.
Dr. Goske earned a medical degree at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine in Farmington, Conn., in 1977. She completed a residency in diagnostic radiology, served as chief resident and completed her fellowship in pediatric radiology at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, N.Y., an affiliate of The University of Rochester. Dr. Goske also completed a fellowship in medical education in 2005 at The Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine’s Division of Education in Cleveland, Ohio. While at the Cleveland Clinic she and Dr. Janet Reid, her associate, developed a comprehensive Web-based pediatric radiology curriculum that is widely used by radiology residency programs throughout the United States.
Abstract
Benefits of medical imaging that use ionizing radiation are well known. However, there is concern that growing use may place children at increased risk for cancer later in life. Dr. Goske’s talk discusses the reasons behind the concern, the relative risk from different imaging studies and provides an update on a new patient specific dose estimate for CT. Computerized tomography is one of the greatest medical innovations in this century. CT scan’s capability to “see” inside the human body quickly and painlessly has helped revolutionize medical care throughout the world. Yet, recent reports of medical error indicate that overdose from CT scans does occur. It behooves the medical community to act aggressively to lower radiation dose during medical imaging. Children are more susceptible to changes in their cells from a given dose of radiation compared to adults. Another key difference between adults and children is that children have more remaining years of life during which radiation-induced cancer could develop. Finally, we know from phantom or simulation studies that if a child has a CT scan using an adult technique, the child’s dose is greater. This talk will discuss imaging risk and the role of the Image Gently campaign in informing medical professionals what they can do to promote radiation protection for children locally. Image GentlySM is an education and awareness campaign to promote radiation protection for children worldwide. Sponsored by the Alliance for Radiation Safety in Pediatric Imaging, a consortium of more than 64 groups that represents over 800,000 health care professionals, the campaign hopes to change practice locally. www.imagegently.org
In conclusion of the presentation, participants will be able to understand the factors in the United States that have led to the concern regarding medical imaging and radiation in children, understand the basic risk associated with performance of CT scans, and identify factors that make children more susceptible to radiation compared to adults. Furthermore, the audience will be able to review imaging tests and their relative radiation dose, discuss the AAPM new patient dose estimate, SSDE, as well as discuss the Image Gently campaign and list resources for parents and physicians with questions regarding radiation dose and imaging studies in children.
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posted Nov 22, 2011 7:03 AM by Cincinnati Radiation Socity (CRS)
Cincinnati Radiation Society
Holiday Dinner and Meeting
Thursday, December 8th, 2011
Join the Cincinnati Radiation Society at the Golden Lamb in Lebanon, OH for a festive Holiday dinner and meeting to be presented by:
Doug Draper
Topic: The Great Mound Diamond Caper
Doug Draper joined the Cincinnati Radiation Society in 1983. He became the Society’s President-Elect in 1985, and in the same year he became the captain of the Mound Radiological Assistance Team. In this capacity he led a team of Health Physics personnel that responded to various emergency responses as directed by DOE Region 5 located at Argonne National Laboratory. For our meeting, Doug will share one of the more interesting callouts of the Mound Radiological Assistance Team, which he describes as "The Great Mound Diamond Caper."
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6:00 PM (Social), 6:30 PM (Dinner), 8:00 PM (Speaker) |
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Location:
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The Golden Lamb Inn (513-932-5065)
27 S Broadway
Lebanon, OH 45036 |
Please reply to meeting@crs-hps.org with your choice of entrée and dessert and the number of guests you will bring by December 5th at the latest. Guests and spouses are encouraged to attend.
Dinner Includes (with cost based on dinner selection):
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Signature salad of mixed greens with julienne green apple, smoked cheddar cheese and candied pecans served with a creamy balsamic vinaigrette dressing on the side |
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Choice of Entrée: (Please make one selection) |
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#1 Entrée Choice: |
#2 Entrée Choice: |
#3 Entrée Choice: |
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$35.00 members,
$40.00 non-members |
$35.00 members,
$40.00 non-members |
$40.00 members,
$45.00 non-members |
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Butler County Roast Turkey with Golden Lamb Dressing, Giblet Gravy, and Cranberry Sauce, Mashed Potatoes and Vegetable of the day |
Shrimp and Scallop Fettuccini with Fresh Mushrooms, Fresh Baby Spinach and Freshly Chopped Red Onions
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Prime Rib
of Beef (served medium), Au Jus with Baked Potato and Vegetable of the day
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Choice of dessert (included w/ meal): (Please make one selection)
Carrot Cake OR Cheesecake with Strawberries OR Chocolate Raspberry Brownie |
*Meeting will be on the Second Level Floor; CASH BAR available on second level only (credit on lower level).
*PLEASE NOTE: Second Story Level is only accessible by stairs (no elevator- this is a historic building). |
posted Aug 22, 2011 2:15 PM by Cincinnati Radiation Socity (CRS)
We will be voting on a new President-elect, and on a fellow position for the CRS Board at this upcoming meeting. We are seeking nominations for both positions. There is currently one nominee for each position. If anyone else is interested in giving a nomination, please contact CRS President Eva Dupuis-Nouillé at emdupuisn@gmail.com before September 20th.
In addition, we are seeking volunteers to support the CRS in performing Science Teacher Workshops. A committee will be formed to make this happen for Cincinnati and possibly other districts. Individuals with contacts to administrators/coordinators for the accreditation process would be especially helpful. If anyone else is interested please contact CRS President Eva Dupuis-Nouillé at emdupuisn@gmail.com. Additional details will be discussed at the next meeting.
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Cincinnati Radiation Society of the Health Physics Society
Presents:
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Armin Ansari, PhD, CHP
Health Physics Society President-Elect
Presentation Topic: Grassroots Preparedness, a Radiation Risk Scale, & Marketing of Health Physics
Armin is a health physicist at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) serving as subject matter expert in CDC’s radiation emergency preparedness and response activities. Armin received both his BS and PhD degrees in radiation biophysics from the University of Kansas, starting his career as a radiation biologist, and did his postdoctoral research at Oak Ridge and Los Alamos National Laboratories. He was a senior scientist with the radiological consulting firm of Auxier & Associates before joining CDC in 2002. Armin was the lead author of the CDC guide for state and local public health planners on population monitoring, and a contributing author to the federal Planning Guidance for Response to a Nuclear Detonation. He was the 2009 recipient of Excellence in Public Health Practice Award from the National Center for Environmental Health, and a 2011 recipient of Outstanding Achievement Award from Conference of Radiation Control Program Directors. Armin is also an adjunct associate professor of nuclear and radiological engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology, a member of Georgia East Metro Medical Reserve Corps, and a member of Gwinnett County Community Emergency Response Team. He recently published the text book Radiation Threats and Your Safety: A Guide to Preparation and Response for Professionals and Community. Armin had served on the Board of Directors of the Health Physics Society (HPS), and was recently elected by its membership to serve as President-Elect.
Abstract
This presentation has three distinct segments. The first segment discusses the significant impact that radiation professionals (health and medical physicists, nuclear medicine professionals, radiologic technologists, nuclear engineers, and others) can make toward better preparing their local communities for response to a radiation emergency. An available funding opportunity to facilitate recruitment and training of local radiation professionals into existing local volunteer registries is described. In the second segment, a Radiation Risk Scale is proposed as a simple tool for communicating radiation risk to the public, leaders, and decision makers. This scaling system offers several distinct advantages: a) It is simple; 2) It conveys meaning and provides a frame of reference immediately; c) It does not require any understanding or use of radiation units or any mention of radiation dose rates or radioactivity levels; d) It is not affected by differences in specific national or international radiation dose limits, concentration limits, or other regulatory standards; and e) it can be used during an emergency situation or in its aftermath to promote responsible action by the public. The third and final segment of the presentation addresses the need to market the profession of health physics. An idea is presented and audience opinion and feedback is solicited using an anonymous multiple choice form.
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Marriott Kingsgate Conference Center (at University of Cincinnati)
151 Goodman Drive
Cincinnati, OH 45219
(513) 487-3800
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6:00 PM (Social), 6:30 PM (Dinner), 8:00 PM (Speaker) |
Dinner is a buffet – non-alcoholic beverages will be included, and a cash bar is available for alcoholic beverages. Both the technical meeting and dinner will be in the Caminetto Private Room.
Fee for Dinner: Members: $30; Non-Members, Guests: $35 (Please reserve. Don’t reserve and not show. The CRS will be charged for a minimum of 20 attendees.) Annual $10 dues can be paid at the meeting.
RSVP at meeting@crs-hps.org by September 20, 2011
Next Meeting: The Vendors Meeting is scheduled at Vinoklet Winery & Vineyard mid-October; the exact date is to be announced. |
posted Apr 13, 2011 1:41 PM by Cincinnati Radiation Socity (CRS)
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Cincinnati Radiation Society of the Health Physics Society
Presents:
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Brant Ulsh, CHP
Topic: Recent Research Concerning Biological Responses to Low Doses of Ionizing Radiation
Dr. Brant Ulsh is a Research Health Scientist with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, where he has worked since 2003. Dr. Ulsh is a certified health physicist, and he holds a PhD in Radiological Health Sciences from Colorado State University, and a MS in Health Physics and a BS in Nuclear Engineering, both from the University of Cincinnati. Dr. Ulsh has diverse work experience ranging from regulatory compliance at nuclear power plants, to environmental monitoring at DOE sites, and most recently dose reconstruction for the largest radiation worker compensation program in the world. Dr. Ulsh’s research interests and expertise focus on the biological and environmental responses to low doses of radiation, and occupational radiation dose reconstruction.
Abstract:
This presentation will focus on recent research – what it tells us and what it doesn’t tell us, about biological responses to low doses of ionizing radiation. Brant will also discuss the recent catastrophe (on March 11, 2011) and the unfolding nuclear and environmental events in Japan, in addition to some observations on how the press, public, and scientific community reacted to these events, and whether or not these reactions are consistent with what we know about risks.
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Twin Dragon Restaurant
7763 Tylersville Road (near Cox Road and Tylersville Rd.)
West Chester, OH |
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6:00 PM (Social), 6:30 PM (Dinner), 8:00 PM (Speaker) |
Dinner is a buffet – non-alcoholic beverages will be included, alcoholic beverages will be on your own.
Dinner fee for members $20 ($25 for non-members). If you plan to attend the meeting, but do not eat, you will still be charged the above fees (restaurant policy for small parties in their private room).
Also if you have not paid your dues ($10) for the Fall 2010/Spring 2011 CRS membership, please have it paid during this meeting time.
Next meeting: Mid-May (date is TBD)
Please RSVP for this meeting at meeting@crs-hps.org ASAP. |
posted Oct 14, 2009 12:07 PM by Cincinnati Radiation Socity (CRS)
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posted Sep 14, 2009 12:59 PM by joe guido
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updated Apr 13, 2011 1:43 PM by Cincinnati Radiation Socity (CRS)
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Cincinnati Radiation Society of the Health Physics Society
Presents:
Wednesday September 17, 2009
Edward F. Maher, Sc.D., CHP
Health Physics Society President-Elect
Associate and Senior Health Physicist
Dade Moeller & Associates
Presentation Topic:
New Concepts in Radiological Emergency Planning
Location:
O’Charley’s (Tri County)
O'Charley's
4531 Eastgate Blvd.
Cincinnati , OH 45245
(513) 753-6266
(which is about a half mile south of the Mall on SR 747,
and on the right side of the street if you’re going south)
Social Time: 6:00 - 6:30 pm
Dinner: 6:30 - 7:45 pm
Presentation: 8:00 pm
Fee for Dinner:
Members: $30
Non-Members, Guests: $35
Dues are $10 per year
We will meet at O’Charley’s (Tri County), which is about a half mile south of the Mall on SR 747, and on the right side of the street if you’re going south. Social hour will be from 6:00 to 6:30, then we will be seated so they can take our menu selections. They plan to offer sirloin with one side and salad or soup, grilled chicken with rice and one side, salmon with one side and salad or soup, and a grilled chicken salad. Non-alcoholic beverages and a dessert will also be served. The desserts choices will be chocolate cake, key lime pie and caramel pie. Technical speaker to start at 8:00.
Please respond to meeting@crs-hps.org ASAP or by Sept. 14, 2009
We will also be collecting nominations and holding elections for the following offices:
President Elect of the Cincinnati Radiation Society and Secretary
Please respond to the meeting@crs-hps.org |
posted Aug 20, 2008 12:27 PM by joe guido
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updated Aug 27, 2008 5:23 AM
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Please join us for the next CRS
Meeting on Wednesday, September 17, 2008 at the Kingsgate Marriott near
the University of Cincinnati in Clifton. The President Elect of the
national Health Physics Society, Howard Dickson, will be
presenting. Social time: 6:00 pm, Dinner at 6:30 to 7:15, and
presentation at 7:30 pm. There
will be a buffet featuring chicken, fish, beef, salad, side dishes, one
non alcoholic drink, dessert, and a cash bar. Please see the link to
see the possible menu and directions. www.kingsgatemarriott.com The fee for dinner will be $30 for members and $35 for non members. Dues are $10 per year and can be paid at the meeting.
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