British Institute of Radiology

The British Institute of Radiology (BIR) is the oldest radiological society in the world. Its origins date back to April 2, 1897, when the first meeting was held to establish The X-ray Society. It may be 129 years old but the BIR remains forward-thinking and innovative, continually adapting to the evolving environments in which our […]

The British Medical Ultrasound Society (BMUS) has released the fourth edition (2026) of its Incidental Findings on General Medical Ultrasound Examinations: Management and Diagnostic Pathways Guidance, representing the most substantial update since the document was first introduced in 2020. The revision was undertaken by the BMUS Professional Standards Group, who conducted a comprehensive review of […]

While the NHS 10-Year Health Plan recognises AI as fundamental to healthcare transformation, diagnostic service provider Medica says most trusts lack the funding, expertise and governance infrastructure to implement it safely. Medica has focused on solving these challenges by redesigning clinical workflows, processes and systems that it says allow AI to deliver meaningful impact. Led […]

Submitted by Dr Janette Smith, consultant gynaecology radiologist, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. With the changes in demographics for cancer in women and the increasing rates of cancers found in females, The British Institute of Radiology (BIR) is planning an event to focus on women’s health. I think we have all noticed the worrying […]

Guests at The British Institute of Radiology’s (BIR) biennial boat party enjoyed a trip along the River Thames in September, taking in the iconic sights of London, during a fun and informal evening aimed at bringing the community together. First held in 2015, the event aims to celebrate the BIR’s achievements and is an opportunity […]

The BIR/HLH Lung Cancer Screening Study Day marked a pivotal moment for the lung cancer screening (LCS) community, bringing together 240 delegates from across the UK for a high-impact, in-person forum focused on advancing best practice in LCS delivery. Hosted by The HLH Imaging Group (HLH) in association with the British Institute of Radiology (BIR), […]

Submitted by chair Dr Keith Langmack and the Reverend Canon Dr Mike Kirby of the BIR’s radiotherapy and oncology special interest group committee In 2020, The British Institute of Radiology’s radiotherapy and oncology special interest group committee received requests from industry partners and radiotherapy professionals to hold a focused, multidisciplinary national meeting solely on radiotherapy […]

The British Institute of Radiology (BIR) has multiple specialist interest groups (SIG), each with a multidisciplinary membership. We are very grateful for the work of each group, which underpins our effectiveness. BIR members are encouraged to join and contribute to our SIGs. Each group helps develop and deliver educational events and webinars as well as […]