Radiology Program (Three years)

Coordinator: TBA

The goal of the three-year Radiology program is to develop chiropractic radiologists who have acquired advanced skills and competencies in diagnosis of pathologies and contraindications to spinal manipulative therapy; and expertise in the diagnosis of pathomechanics of the locomotor system via static and dynamic radiographs.

This postgraduate program emphasises academics, teaching, radiologic interpretation, clinical/radiologic correlation, research and publication. The academic portion is broadly divided into four domains:

  • The principles of technology, physics and radiation protection
  • Bone and joint disorders
  • Soft tissue disorders and special procedures
  • Correlative radiological diagnosis and reporting

Radiologic interpretation skills are taught through preceptorships (internal and external to CMCC), radiology rounds, resident rounds, review of text material, and American College of Radiology film files. Skills necessary for clinical/radiologic correlation will be acquired through practica and CMCC outpatient clinic duties. Research and publication skills to advance both the profession and the Fellowship will be acquired through direct contact and application.

The graduate program utilizes a syllabus as put forth by the American College of Chiropractic Radiology to guide the academic portion of the program. The program is accepted by the American Chiropractic Board of Radiology (ACBR). The textbooks and journals which are required to cover the syllabus are revised each year. These are made available within the confines of the Department of Radiology for use by staff and graduate students.

Graduates are who pass the DACBR exams are granted Fellowship status in the Canadian College of Chiropractic Radiologists and become Diplomates of the American Chiropractic Board of Radiology. .

Please Note: The CMCC Graduate Studies diploma does not give the graduate the right to practise as a chiropractic specialist. He or she must first achieve Fellowship status by fulfilling the qualifications required by The College of Chiropractic Radiology (Canada).

Required Courses

In addition to the general graduate curriculum and residency practica requirements, students must complete the following courses specific to the Radiology Program.

RS520 and RS620: Special Topics in Advanced Radiology
Coordinator: T. Pringle
These reading courses provide the student in the Radiology Program with advanced knowledge and understanding in specific areas of radiology. Specific topics and details regarding each topic can be obtained from the “Candidate’s Guide to the Certi-fication Examinations,” published by the ACBR.

SS522: Sports Psychology
Coordinator: L. Greib Total hours: 18
This is an optional course for the Radiology Residents. Refer to the course description on the Sport Sciences Program section for further information.

Written Requirements

Students must complete the common core curriculum and practica, and several publication/writing requirements. Written requirements must be of publishable quality and approved by the student’s faculty research mentor and the Program Coordinator. A semi-annual report on progress is required from the student for presentation to the Supervisory Committee. Written requirements also include: four book reports; four case reports/studies; and one literature review.