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ASMIRT 2026 Program

Attendees at ASMIRT 2026 can look forward to a diverse lineup of speakers covering various scientific and non-scientific topics. The program will include engaging invited speakers, interactive workshops, and social functions for all interests.

CPD Endorsement

CPD Endorsement

The ASMIRT 2026 Program is officially ASMIRT CPD Endorsed. CPD hours will be automatically recorded for all full and student ASMIRT members attending the conference.

Endorsed CPD Activities:

  • ASMIRT 2026 Conference – ASMIRT-003872
  • ASMIRT 2026 Workshops – ASMIRT-003873

In addition to CPD hours for attendance, you may also be eligible to claim further hours for the following activities:

  • Giving Presentations – NONAPP-002083
  • Presenting a Poster at a Scientific Meeting – NONAPP-002084
  • Peer Review – NONAPP-002001
  • Chairing a Session at a National Conference – NONAPP-002088

If you are presenting or chairing a session at ASMIRT 2026, please ensure you keep a copy of the conference program with your certificate as evidence in the event of an audit.

Invited Speakers

International Speakers

Dr Daniel Pham
Medical Dosimetrist, Stanford Health Care, USA
Dr Todd Van Auken
Assistant Dean, College of Health Sciences, St. Petersburg College, Florida, USA 
Associate Professor Jane M Harvey-Lloyd
Deputy Head, Specialist Sciences Education Department, the University of Leeds, UK
Ben Potts
Diagnostic radiographer, University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, UK
Charlotte Beardmore CBE
Executive Director of Professional Policy, The Society and College of Radiographers, UK

National Speakers

Dr Andrew Flies
Associate Professor, Menzies Institute for Medical Research, University of Tasmania
Dr Jorian (Jo) Kippax
Retrieval Consultant, Ambulance Tasmania Critical Care and Retrieval Service
Dr Alicia Tucker  
Emergency Medicine Physician, Royal Hobart Hospital, Tasmania
Scott Cooper
Manager of Clinical Education, Queensland Ambulance Service
Lewi Taylor
Adventurer, entrepreneur, fundraiser
Andrew Grant
Ultrasound Supervisor, Melbourne, Victoria
David Bell
Trauma Survivors Network Lived Peer Support / Coordinator, Gold Coast University Hospital, Queensland
Matthew Henry Scott
Trauma Nurse Navigator Clinical Nurse Consultant, Gold Coast University Hospital, Queensland
Sarah Coulson
Cancer Survivorship Care, Clinical Nurse Consultant, Tasmanian Health Service, Northern Cancer Service, Tasmania
Dr Vikneswary Batumalai
Senior Research Fellow, the George Institute for Global Health, and Adjunct Senior Lecturer, UNSW Sydney, NSW 
Dr William (Will) White
Senior Research Scientist, CSIRO Australian National Fish Collection
Christine Vanderley-Reichner
Senior Radiographer, Royal Hobart Hospital, Tasmania  

Social Events

Thank you to our sponsor Vision RT

The ASMIRT 2026 Social Committee has been working diligently to highlight all that Hobart has to offer and create a social program that complements our international conference. Embrace the spirit of Tasmania, connect and enjoy!

 

Friday Night

As twilight deepens, enter a realm where shadows whisper and light dances with darkness. A guided journey through the city leads you to a cathedral of excess, where an evening woven with bold imagination, beauty, and mysterious wonders awaits. There is a reason nobody sleeps… In the Hanging Garden.

There’s no strict dress code, but if you’d like to embrace the theme, consider adding a touch of crimson (red) or noir (black) to your smart casual outfit.

Venue: In the Hanging Garden: 112 Murray St, Hobart

Saturday Night

Join us for an enchanting evening inspired by the ethereal beauty of Tasmania’s southern skies. Amidst refined company and exquisite surroundings, experience the subtle glow and mystique of the Aurora as we celebrate under the shimmering lights of the south. An elegant night where nature’s wonder meets timeless sophistication.

Dress code: Under the southern lights – Hues of the Aurora Australis
Dress elegantly in jewel tones like emerald, sapphire, violet and gold, with shimmering accents. Think flowing gowns or chic cocktail dresses and sharp suits with colourful or iridescent touches. Shine like the aurora and enjoy the enchantment of the night!

Venue: Princes Wharf No. 1: Castray Esplanade, Hobart

Workshops

To enhance your learning experience, facilitated by passionate experts in their fields, make sure to reserve your spot in the workshops when you register. A full day of workshops will take place on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at the Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart. These interactive workshops range from 1.5 hours to half a day. With limited availability, secure your place early. Book your workshops during registration here.

ASMIRT Person Centred Care Workshop

Duration : 3 hours
Facilitator(s): ASMIRT Trained Facilitators
Audience: All ASMIRT member medical radiation practitioners* (*This is a Member Benefit, available only to members of an affiliate professional body)
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AI Across Borders: Literacy for Medical Radiation Practitioners for ASEAN and Beyond! 

Duration : 3 hours
Facilitator(s): Nareuchaya Karoonuthaisiri
Audience: All medical radiation practitioners
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Artificial Intelligence in Rad-AI-tion Therapy: Bridging the Gap between Theory and Practice

Duration : 3 hours
Facilitator(s): Meegan Shepherd, Kenton Thompson, Scott Jones, Cathy Hargrave, Alexandra Grimshaw, Julie O'Shaughnessey
Audience: Radiation Therapists (all experience levels including students)
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Ensuring technical precision and rigorous techniques throughout DEXA scans

Duration : 1.5 hours
Facilitator(s): Renee French
Audience: Radiographers, students, early career professionals, advanced practitioners, educators, leaders, general audience
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The Art of Constructive Feedback Conversations

Duration : 3 hours
Facilitator(s): Dr Andrea Doubleday, Prof Jenny Sim, Dr Tracey Pieterse
Audience: All medical radiation practitioners
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I’ve got an idea! Getting started in research and developing a project protocol

Duration : 1.5 hours
Facilitator(s): Dr Elizabeth Brown, Rachael Beldham-Collins, Johnathan Hewis, Katrina Smith, Dr Vikneswary Batumalai
Audience: Novice and aspiring researchers
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Turning your project into a publication – it’s easy when you know how (JMRS)

Duration : 1.5 hours
Facilitator(s): Cherry Agustin, Elizabeth Brown, Karen Dobeli
Audience: All medical radiation practitioners and students
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Pain Science in Radiography Practice: Considerations and Applications for Person-Centred Care

Duration : 1.5 hours
Facilitator(s): Kate Dahlenburg, Sophie Shephard
Audience: Radiographers (all experience levels including students)
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Equitable care for all – If we get it right for people with learning disabilities and autism, we get it right for everyone

Duration : 1.5 hours
Facilitator(s): Beatrice Tanner, Bernadette Byrne
Audience: All medical radiation practitioners and everyone
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From Data to Action: Radiation Dose Report Analysis enabling safer Angiographic and Interventional Imaging

Duration : 2 hours
Facilitator(s): Robert Gaggini, Yolanda Gomes, Philo Tanious
Audience: Medical Imaging Professionals with an interest in Reducing Radiation Dose. Multi-Disciplinary staff working in the Angiography and Interventional Suite
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Larger Bodies in Imaging and Treatment: Challenges and Solutions

Duration : 3 hours
Facilitator(s): Dr Fay Manning, Dr Amy Hancock
Audience: Radiation therapists, Radiographers, educators, students, service managers, researchers, patients and allied health professionals with an interest in equity and inclusion
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Lifting the Gaze: Leadership in the era of Professional Capabilities

Duration : 3 hours
Facilitator(s): Daniel Lonard
Audience: All medical radiation practitioners (all experience levels including students)
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Listen, Adapt, Discover: Case-Based Approaches in Adaptive Radiation Therapy

Duration : 2 hours
Facilitator(s): Angelina Piccolo, John Ryan, Meegan Shepherd, Alexandra Turk, Maiko Crispin, Alli Copland, Victoria Olivant, Daniel Pham
Audience: Radiation Therapists (regardless of experience with Adaptive RT)
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Into the CT Wilderness: Navigating Image Quality Through Adaptation and Insight

Duration : 3 hours
Facilitator(s): Dana Jackson
Audience: All Radiographers; Radiographers looking for a refresher, Early Career, Students
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The Art of Making: Creative salve for reflection and emotional wellbeing for healthcare professionals

Duration : 1.5 hours
Facilitator(s): Megan Brydon, Dr Jane Harvey-Lloyd
Audience: All medical radiation practitioners (all experience levels including students)
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Trauma-Informed Practice and Managing Vicarious Trauma

Duration : 3 hours
Facilitator(s): Relationships Australia (Tasmania)
Audience: All medical radiation practitioners and everyone
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Concurrent Workshops

Anaphylaxis Recognition and Management Workshop*

Scott Cooper
Workshop 1: Friday, 27 March | 11:00am to 1:00pm
Workshop 2: Friday, 27 March | 3:30pm to 5:30pm

Are you prepared to manage an anaphylactic reaction?

Medical radiation practitioners (MRPs) who administer agents such as radiographic contrast media must be able to recognise and respond to anaphylaxis quickly, confidently, and effectively. This practical, hands-on workshop supports compliance with the MRPBA/Ahpra Revised Professional Capabilities, including mandatory training in anaphylaxis management.

With the 30 March 2026 anaphylaxis training deadline approaching, this workshop provides a timely opportunity to meet regulatory requirements.

What you will learn

  • Rapid recognition of anaphylaxis
  • Safe, effective management aligned with national treatment pathways
  • Correct use of adrenaline auto-injectors and IM adrenaline (1 mg/1 mL, 1:1,000)
  • Application of Crisis Resource Management (CRM) principles during critical events
  • Basic vital signs assessment and evaluation of treatment effectiveness
  • Strategies to improve patient safety and reduce professional risk

About the Facilitator

Scott Cooper is a registered paramedic and non-practising radiographer with extensive frontline experience managing anaphylaxis and delivering high-quality education to medical radiation practitioners.

Important Information*

  • Additional fee applies (not included in standard conference registration)
  • Special ASMIRT 2026 pricing available
  • Register during the conference registration process
  • Places are strictly limited – early registration recommended

Interactive Sessions

ASMIRT 2026 welcomes back the ever-popular Interactive Sessions, included free with your conference registration! Don’t miss your chance to actively participate and elevate your conference experience.

Important Details:

  • No pre-registration required — simply come along and join in!
    Please note: places are strictly limited, so arrive early to secure your spot.
  • Participants are expected to fully engage and attend the entire session.

Speed Mentoring

Dr Vikneswary Batumalai, Dr Elizabeth Brown, Rachael Beldham-Collins
Friday, 27 March | 1:30pm to 3:00pm

This dynamic “speed mentoring” session connects experienced researchers and clinicians with Medical Radiation Science (MRS) students and practitioners. Mentors will facilitate small-group discussions focusing on building research capability, including:

  • Getting started in research
  • Forming collaborations
  • Publishing and applying for grants
  • Balancing clinical workloads with research

Aligned with the launch of the ASMIRT Mentoring Program, this session aims to inspire participants, expand professional networks, and build confidence to pursue research opportunities.

Intended Audience:
MRS students and practitioners interested in research, evidence-based practice, and career development in research.

Super Sonography Saturday – Live Scanning Interactive Sessions

Featuring renowned invited speaker Andrew Grant, these practical, hands-on demonstration live scanning sessions offer an exceptional educational experience. Join these free interactive sessions to build your real-time ultrasound skills.

Live Scanning Session 1: Hamstring Ultrasound.

Andrew Grant
Saturday, 28 March | 2:00pm to 3:30pm

Explore dynamic, high-resolution ultrasound assessment of the hamstring muscles. This session covers:

  • Key anatomy and common injury patterns
  • Scanning techniques from proximal origin to distal insertion
  • Optimal transducer positioning and dynamic manoeuvres
  • Interpretation of normal versus pathological findings

Designed to enhance practical skills and diagnostic confidence in musculoskeletal hamstring ultrasound.

Live Scanning Session 2: Ultrasound of the Hand and Fingers

Andrew Grant
Saturday, 28 March | 4:00pm to 5:30pm

Gain hands-on experience in ultrasound of the hand and fingers, focusing on:

  • Normal anatomy and systematic scanning approaches
  • Assessment of flexor and extensor tendons, pulley systems, ligaments, joints, and digital nerves
  • Optimising image quality and probe handling for small, complex structures
  • Identifying key pathological findings

Suitable for all experience levels, this session aims to build confidence and practical expertise in scanning the hand and fingers.

Site Visits

The Menzies Institute for Medical Research,
University of Tasmania
Friday 27 March: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Saturday 28 March: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Discover the cutting-edge work happening at the Menzies Institute for Medical Research, University of Tasmania, located just a short walk from the Hotel Grand Chancellor. This guided tour of the Clinical Research Facility offers a rare opportunity to explore state-of-the-art laboratories and learn about impactful medical research taking place right here in Tasmania. From public health to groundbreaking lab-based studies, you'll gain insight into how research is improving lives. Ideal for anyone curious about the science behind better health outcomes, this tour is a fascinating addition to your conference experience.
Medical Imaging Department, Royal Hobart Hospital
Saturday 28 March: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Don’t miss this opportunity to tour the Medical Imaging Department at the Royal Hobart Hospital, Tasmania’s largest public hospital. Just a short stroll from the conference venue, this visit offers insight into advanced imaging equipment, clinical workflows, and patient care. It’s also a great chance to connect with the team—ideal if you're considering a move to Tasmania or exploring job opportunities. Places are limited, so register early!
W.P. Holman Clinic (Radiation Therapy),
Royal Hobart Hospital
Saturday 28 March: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Take part in an exclusive tour of the W.P. Holman Clinic, a leading radiation oncology centre within the Royal Hobart Hospital. Tailored for radiation therapists, this visit provides a valuable look into state-of-the-art treatment facilities and the delivery of cancer care in a regional setting. Located just minutes from the Hotel Grand Chancellor, it's a convenient and insightful addition to your conference experience.

Sponsored Sessions

Join us at ASMIRT 2026, Australasia’s premier medical imaging and radiation therapy conference.
Canon Medical Systems are proud to present two CT Education sessions at ASMIRT 2026 from 26 - 29 March 2026 in Hobart.
These CT education sessions are designed to inspire, educate, and connect radiographers with the latest in imaging innovation.
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Thursday CT Education Event
Scan & Sip at ASMIRT: A CT Education Evening
Thursday, 26 March | 5.00 pm - 7.00 pm
Pre-dinner CT learning over drinks and canapés.

Join us for a pre-dinner event where you’ll gain practical insights into the latest CT clinical trends, learn expert scanning tips, and see how new technology can enhance your practice.
Program commences at 17:30

Download flyer for more information
Saturday CT Breakfast Session 
CT turned on its head: Introducing multi-positional CT
Date and time:  Saturday, 28 March, 7.30 am – 8.30 am
Breakfast provided.

Canon Medical is redefining CT imaging with the world’s first multi-positional CT system.
Be among the first in Australia to experience Aquilion Rise—a breakthrough combination of weightbearing and conventional CT imaging.
Join us at the Canon Medical ASMIRT Breakfast Session and discover how this technology can unlock new diagnostic possibilities, improve patient care, and streamline clinical workflows. This is your
chance to preview a system that’s set to reshape the future of CT.

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Thank you to our sponsor Brainlab
Brainlab Run/Walk
Saturday 28 March, 07:15 AM – 08:30 AM
Join the Brainlab team for an invigorating walk or an energising run and soak up some amazing Hobart views. Stay afterwards for a refreshing breakfast. There’s also a coffee cart to keep you going for the day, courtesy of Brainlab at their exhibition stand.
Brainlab Yoga
Saturday 28 March, 07:15 AM – 08:30 AM
Brainlab hosts this centering yoga session, admission by registration only. Your experienced yoga teacher will guide you through this uplifting class to energise you for the rest of the day. In addition, participants will receive a delicious breakfast afterwards ready to energise you for the conference day ahead.
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