1 ) Radiology CME at RIMS

30/08/2026

Radiology CME at RIMS on 30 August 2026 at Raichur Institute of Medical Sciences, Raichur in association with IRIA Karnataka State Chapter and Department of Radiology.

2 ) KRAFT 2026 – Resident Exam Primer

25/07/2026

KRAFT 2026 – Resident Exam Primer, a Radiology Postgraduate Exam-Prep CME on 25 & 26 July 2026 at Rajarajeswari Medical College & Hospital, Bengaluru.

3 ) IRIA Karnataka Radiologists Badminton Tournament

19/07/2026

IRIA Karnataka Radiologists Badminton Tournament on 19 July 2026 at Accolades Badminton & Sports Academy, next to Nagasandra Metro Station, Bengaluru.

4 ) Koppal Hybrid CME – Live Demo

05/07/2026

Koppal Hybrid CME – Live Demo on 05 July 2026 at Koppal Institute of Medical Sciences, Koppal.

5 ) Inauguration of CME - Echocardiography for Radiologists

14/01/2026

Inauguration of CME - Echocardiography for Radiologists on 14 jan 2026 A Concept Based Foundation

6 ) Rajyotsava with Radothsava

23/12/2025

23rd November 2025 Rajyotsava with Radothsava was celebrated at Chitradurga Fort and Basaveshwara medical college. Visit to FORT [First Outdoor Radiology Teaching] and one talk on Radiation safety and MR safety by Mr Shivmurthy senior Radiographer in the Fort. Flag hoisting at Basaveshwara medical college hospital, Distributed baby kits and fruits to patients, Talk on PCPNDT by Dr Gowri, Safety methods by Dr Ashwini. Felicitated senior Radiographers from Davanagere and Chitradurga. IRIA Shakti Onake was presented to women Department of Radiology, BMCH. Dr M S Rajesh Medical Superintendent spoke on Communication skills and its importance in patients care . Dr Pravin President IRIA Karnataka spoke on Rajyotsava and Radothsava. My Sincere Thanks to Dean/Principal Dr Prashanth, Dr Rajesh Med Superintendent who was there from morning , took all to Fort and hoisted the flag. I thank Dr Naveen S M HoD BMCH Radiology for his presence. My thanks to Dr Naveen, Dr Girish , Dr Shruthi and all faculty of Radiology from BMCH, Dr Avinash from JJMMC, All the residents , Radiographers from BMCH , JJMMC. Teaching and all teaching staff of BMCH, Mrs Roopa who co ordinated the program. My thanks to SJM management for all the hospitality and transportation.

7 ) CME on Cardiovascular Radiology was the last Jille Kade Program of IRIA Karnataka state chapter for the year 2025.

21/12/2025

CME on Cardiovascular Radiology was the last Jille Kade Program of IRIA Karnataka state chapter for the year 2025. It was conducted in association with Udupi district Radiologists at SMVITM and Niraamaya campus, Bantakal, Udupi on 21st December 2025. Dr. Naveen Ballal, Director Niraamaya and Radiologist at Ambalpady medical centre, Udupi gave talk on AI, Automation and Digital tools in Radiology. He also gave lecture and demo on Child and Adult Echocardiography. Dr. Krishna.C from Sri Hari Diagnostics, Bengaluru gave an excellent informative lecture on Fetal Echocardiography. Dr. Devadasa Acharya, HOD, Yenepoya Medical College, Mangalore gave a guest lecture on Chest X-Ray in modern cardiovascular evaluation. Senior Radiologists Dr.Ammunje Aravinda Nayak sir, Dr.Venkatarama Udupa sir and Dr.Deepak Prabhu sir were felicitated. Dr. Naveen Ballal presented IRIA KSC memento to Deepak . Dr. Chaithra.S, Radiologist at Ambalpady medical centre, Udupi gave an in-depth guest lecture on Vascular doppler: A practical Approach. Dr. Hariprasad.S.Shetty from AJ medical College and Research Centre gave an excellent lecture on CT and MRI on Cardiovascular imaging. Dr. Rajagopal.K.V, Prof and HOD from KMC Manipal, gave a guest lecture on Advances in Vascular Interventional Radiology. We are grateful to Dr. Naveen Ballal sir, Dr. Gautham, Dr. Chaithra, Dr. Amna hegde, Dr. Archana Adiga, Mr. Shivashankar Pai (Principal of Niraamaya Allied health sciences College), Mrs Roshani Rodriguez (Principal of Niraamaya Nursing College), Mrs. Jonsy and entire team of Niraamaya, the technical team of SMVITM engineering college for conducting the program.

8 ) MISSED IT MASTER IT CME

21/12/2025

We welcome all case submissions where there is an opportunity for wider shared learning. Submissions could include discrepancies, near misses or good spots. These will be shared without blame or attributing fault and will remain entirely anonymous. "It's not about the errors, it's about the learning" The first of its kind organized by Karnataka , All senior Radiologists were resource people X-Ray Misses that Matter - From Shadows to Significance by Dr. Venkatraman Bhat Professor & Sr. Consultant Radiologist - Narayana Health USG Pitfalls Unplugged - Fetal & General Clues You Can't Afford to Miss Dr. HT NarayanaSr. Radiologist, Ex-President IRIA - NG Diagnostics Subtle signs Big Impact Dr. Shri Harsha Krishna Sr. Consultant, Lead Neuroimaging/HOD - Narayana Health Every day errors Every day lessons Dr. Shivakanth N Consultant NeuroRadiology - Narayana Health Chest Misses - Hidden Nodules & Tricky Shadows Dr. Tanuj Gupta Sr. Consultant, Lead Teleradiology - Narayana Health Cardiac Pitfalls - Valves, Vessels & Walls That Hide in Plain Sight Dr. Madhav Hegde Professor Sr. Consultant Radiology Little Lives, Big Misses - Pediatric Pearls to Never Miss Again Dr. Asha Thomas HOD Pediatric Radiologist- Baptist Hospital Quiz - Blink it or Wink it : Can You Catch What Most Miss? Dr. Vijay HV Sr. Radiologist HOD Apollo BGS Mysore Hepatobiliary Highlights - The Liver's Most Commonly Missed Secrets Dr. Sudhir Kale HOD, Aster CMI & President elect IRIA Gut Feelings & Urinary Insights - Small Errors, Big Consequences Dr. Anand HK Sr. Consultant & Chief Radiologist Tenet Diagnostics Pelvic Puzzle - Hidden Clues in Male & Female Pelvis Dr Aruna Patil HOD, Apollo Bannergatta Road & Lead Body Imaging Pediatric Dr Bala Krishna Shetty Professor, Ex-Chancellor SSMC & Chief Radiologist, Isha Diagnostic Bones & Beyond (MSK Part 1) The Subtle Skeletal Misses Joint Decisions (MSK Part 2) - When Misses Make the Case Dr Roshan Shetty Professor & Consultant Kanva Diagnostics Kormangala Onco Pitfalls - Spotting the Unseen in Cancer Imaging Dr Shivakumar Swamy Director & Chief Radiologist HCG Bengaluru Navigating the Legalities - Panel Discussion - Advocate Dorai Raj

9 ) IRIA Karnataka state chapter in association with Dept of Radiodiagnosis, SNMC, Bagalkot organised CME Program at Acharya Auditorium, SNMC for the first time on 16th November 2025.

16/12/2025

Dear all, IRIA Karnataka state chapter in association with Dept of Radiodiagnosis, SNMC, Bagalkot organised CME Program at Acharya Auditorium, SNMC for the first time on 16th November 2025. Dr. Gaurav Kant Sharma from Jaipur institute of Pain and Sports Injuries and expert in MSK Radiology gave informative lecture and demonstration of ultrasound shoulder. Mindray Resona i9, elite edition was used. He also gave guest lecture on Radiology in pain management. Inauguration was done by Dr.(Smt).Bhuvaneshwari.C.Yelamalli, Dean, SNMC, Bagalkote and Dr.S.A.Kora, Medical Superintendent, HSK Hospital. Dr. Sateesh Tumbal was the KMC observer. Dr. Navin.M.Mulimani, prof and HOD, Dept of Interventional Radiology, KAHER, Belgavi gave two lectures, one on Current Concepts of Stroke and Interventional Radiology therapeutic options and other on Interventional radiology solutions in OBG. Dr. Ravi Badagandi gave lecture followed by insightful demo on Fetal Echocardiography. Mindray Resona i9, elite edition was used. Dr. Sreenivasa Narayana Raju, Interventional Radiologist from Valluvand Hospital Complex, Pallakad, Kerala gave an excellent lecture on An approach to management of Varicose Veins. Dr. V.V.Shindollimatt, Laproscopic surgeon, Gokak and financial expert gave guest lecture on Smart financing options for doctors. Dr. Vinod Akkasali, Psychiatrist, SNMC gave factual guest lecture on BURNOUT among Radiologists: Suffering in silence and working towards wellness. Dr. Ravi.K conducted hands-on workshop about percutaneous drainage procedures on cadavers. Our heartfelt gratitude to all guest faculties. Our sincere thanks to the patients. Profound thanks to Dr. Rudresh Halawar (Prof and HOD) for his efficient planning of the program. Our sincere thanks to Dr. Ravi.K, Dr. Sushmitha, all staff and Postgraduate students of Dept of Radiodiagnosis, SNMC for ensuring hassel-free program. Also we thank our sponsors Mindray and Vivere Imaging for sponsoring the Program. Our Sincere thanks to Mr. Abhishek Nayak, Mr. Harish and Mr. Pradeep for helping us in this program. My sincere Apologies for any other shortcomings during the program.

10 ) Agenda of the General Body meeting of the State IRIA Karnataka Chapter 2025

13/12/2025