About the Program
The Department of Medical Imaging Technology, Acharya Institute of Allied Health Sciences, in association with the Indian College of Radiological Technology (ICRT), proudly presents Acharya Rad-Connect 2025—a premier online webinar series dedicated to advancements in medical imaging. Spanning the entire month of March 2025, this event will feature 22 distinguished guest speakers from academia and industry, delivering insightful sessions on cutting- edge topics in radiology and imaging technology. Aimed at students, educators, and professionals, Acharya Rad-Connect 2025 offers a unique opportunity to engage with experts, explore emerging trends, and enhance knowledge in the field of medical imaging.
Objectives of the Program
- Enhance Knowledge & Skills – Provide students and imaging technologists with insights into advanced imaging techniques, protocols, and emerging trends.
- Promote Industry-Academia Collaboration – Connect participants with experts, fostering professional growth and knowledge exchange.
- Encourage Research & Innovation – Inspire discussions on the latest advancements, AI integration, and future trends in medical imaging.
- Emphasize Radiation Safety & Best Practices – Reinforce the importance of dose optimization, patient safety, and quality assurance in imaging.
Outcome of the Program
- Improved Technical Competency – Participants gain a deeper understanding of imaging modalities, techniques, and protocols.
- Enhanced Professional Networking – Opportunities to engage with industry leaders, academicians, and fellow technologists.
- Greater Awareness of Imaging Innovations – Exposure to AI, automation, and cutting-edge developments in radiology.
- Strengthened Commitment to Ethical & Safe Practices – Reinforced knowledge of radiation protection and patient-centered imaging.
Important Dates
| Date | 03th - 29th Mar 2025 |
| Time | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
| Target Audience | Medical Imaging Technologists (Students & Staff) |
| Type of program | Online |
Resource Persons Details
Ms. M Ghayathri
Designation : Medical Physicist, Department of Radiation Oncology, Regional Cancer Center, Government Coimbatore Medical College Hospital, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Date : 03rd March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : Radiation Safety
Mrs. Monika Reddy
Designation : Asst. Prof, Medical Imaging Technology, Dept. Of Allied Health Sciences, Ramaiah University, Bangalore, Karnataka
Date : 04th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : Molecular Imaging in Neurology: Detection Alzheimer's & Parkinson's
Mr. Prakash Umbarkar
Designation : Executive Sr. Radiation Therapist, P.D Hinduja National Hospital, Mumbai - Maharastra
Date : 05th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : Recent Advancements and Emerging Trends in Radiation Therapy and Imaging
Mr. Shashi Kumar Shetty
Designation : Asst. Prof. & Co-Ordinator, Dept. Of Medical Imaging Technology, K S Hegde Medical Academy, Nitte University, Mangalore, Karnataka
Date : 06th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : NCAHP Act: Medical Imaging Technology Prospective
Dr. Rahul P Kotian
Designation : Customer Lifetime Success Manager - Imaging, Philips Middle East, Turkey & Africa
Date : 07th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : Blue Seal MRI Magnet Technology
Ms. Geetanjali
Designation : Asst. Prof, Dept. of Radio-Imaging Technology, Sanskriti University, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh
Date : 10th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : MR Spectroscopy
Prof. S Paneer Selvam
Designation : Adjunct Faculty of Medical Physics, Sree Ramachandra University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Date : 11th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : Advances in Detector Technology in CT
Dr. S Tamijeselvan
Designation : Asst. Prof. in Radiography, Mother Theresa Postgraduate & Research Institute Of Health Sciences, Puducherry
Date : 12th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : Fusion Imaging of Principal and Applications
Mr. Kaushik Nayak
Designation : Asst. Prof, Dept. of Medical Imaging Technology, Manipal College of Health Profession, MAHE, Manipal, Karnataka
Date : 13th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : Low-Dose CT: Strategies for Optimising Image Quality and Safety
Mr. Adithya G Rao
Designation : Asst. Prof, Yenepoya School of Allied Health Sciences, Yenepoya Deemed To Be University, Mangalore, Karnataka
Date : 14th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : Beyond Conventional CT: Revolutionizing radiology with Spectral Imaging
Ms. Blossom Fernandes
Designation : PhD Scholar in Neuroimaging & Interventional Radiology, Dept. Of Psychiatry, ADBS Neuroimaging Centre (ANC), NIMHANS, Bangalore, Karnataka
Date : 15th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : Advanced Neuroimaging techniques and Analysis
Mr. Bindu Prakash
Designation : Asst. Prof, Dept. of Medical Imaging Technology, Charkos Institute of Allied Health Sciences, Mysore, Karnataka
Date : 17th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : Diffusion Tensor MRI & Fiber Tractography
Mr. Sharath S
Designation : Asst. Prof, Dept. of Medical Imaging Technology, Manipal College of Health Profession, MAHE, Manipal, Karnataka
Date : 18th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : Elastography in Liver Disease: The Non-Invasive Alternative to Biopsy
Mr. S Dinesh
Designation : Asst. Prof, Dept of Medical Imaging Technology, The Oxford Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Bangalore, Karnataka
Date : 19th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : MR Guided Focused Ultrasound for Essential Tremors
Mr. Vashist Baburao Mhalsekar
Designation : Asst. Prof, Yenepoya School of Allied Health Sciences, Yenepoya Deemed To Be University, Mangalore, Karnataka
Date : 20th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : fMRI
Ms. Deepika R
Designation : Full-Time PhD Scholar, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Medical Sciences, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Date : 21st March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : Virtual Reality in Radiology- Simulation on Interventional Radiology
Dr. Abhimanyu Pradhan
Designation : Associate Professor, Dept. of Medical Imaging Technology, Manipal College of Health Profession, MAHE, Manipal, Karnataka
Date : 24th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic :Ethical & Legal Aspect of Radiation Exposure in Imaging
Mrs. Disha Faujdar
Designation : Clinical Specialist, Medical Imaging, Al Mazroui Medical Group, UAE
Date : 25th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : Artificial Intelligence in USG
Mr. M Devaraj
Designation : Senior MRI Technologist- RSO, Asst. Prof - AHS, Sri Ramakrishna Hospital, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Date : 26th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : MRCP
Ms. D. Rajitha
Designation : Asst. Prof, Department of Radiology & Imaging Technology Dept. of Allied Health Sciences, Ramaiah University, Bangalore, Karnataka
Date : 27th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : MR T2 Relaxometry, Clinical Applications and Advancements
Ms. Cauvery Sirdeshpande
Designation : MRI Radiographer, New Cross Hospital, Wolverhampton, Uk
Date : 28th March 2025
Time : 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Topic : Artificial Intelligence in MRI
Ms. Amita Digambar Dabholkar
Designation : Asst. Prof, Dr. D. Y. Patil School of Allied Health Sciences, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune (Deemed To Be University) Maharashtra
Date : 29th March 2025
Time : 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topic : Quantitative Susceptibility Mapping
Committee Members
- Shri B M Reddy, President, JMJ Education Society
- Shri B. Premnath Reddy, Chairman, Acharya
- Smt. Shalini Reddy, Executive Director, Acharya
- Shri Krishna Basani Reddy, Managing Director, Acharya
- Dr. Venkatesh Jayadutt, Principal, AIAHS
- Dr. Nupur Sinha, Head of Academics & Research, AIAHS
- Mr. Jeeva M, Lecturer, Dept. of Medical Imaging Technology, AIAHS , +91 89407-36406 , jeeva_1084@acharya.ac.in
- Mr. Manas Kumar Maharana, Lecturer, Dept. of Medical Imaging Technology, AIAHS , +91 91147-38356 , manas2989@acharya.ac.in
- Mr. Swapnil Shetty, Course Coordinator & Lecturer, Dept. of Medical Imaging Technology, AIAHS , +91 94493-41429 , swapnil2417@acharya.ac.in
- Ms. Muriel J Gomes, Lecturer, Dept. of Medical Imaging Technology, AIAHS , +91 89756-90698 , muriel2427@acharya.ac.in
About the College
Established in 2019, Acharya Institute of Allied Health Sciences (AIAHS) provides bachelor's program in a range of diagnostic, technical, therapeutic, and support services related to health care. AIAHS promotes a wide range of paramedical sciences to enrich academia and facilitate the proper practice of the field, thereby setting the standard for being the best Allied Health Science College in Bangalore.
Demonstrating our dedication to students, AIAHS goes beyond the standard curriculum by organizing seminars and workshops. These events aim to enhance awareness and facilitate direct engagement with experienced practitioners across diverse fields. We also have tie-ups with renowned hospitals in Bangalore, where students can get hands-on training and guidance from specialists in their chosen field.
Vision and Mission of the College
Vision : The College will actively promote & preserve the higher values & ethics in Education, Health Care and Research. To offer educational programs that facilitate the development of competent professionals and valuable citizens, who demonstrate excellence in the respective disciplines, while being locally and globally responsive in areas of education, Health Care Delivery & Research.
Mission : Our mission is to make a difference in the society, and the field of paramedical in particular, through:
- Creating a culture of excellence
- Progressive in providing holistic health care service to all
- Ensure global standards in paramedical education
- Create & foster a center of excellence for paramedical professionals
- Bridging the gap between theory & practical
- Better pedagogy & learning
- Superior practical exposure
- Dedicated teaching support
About the department/cell organizing the event
B.Sc in Imaging Technology at Acharya Institute of Allied Health Sciences stands as a specialized program aimed at providing students with comprehensive training in various advanced medical imaging techniques. The program helps students to produce high- quality medical images that help a medical specialist with the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of the patient. Medical imaging includes many different branches of imaging such as Computed tomography (CT), X-ray Imaging, Molecular Imaging, Mammography, Ultrasound Imaging, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Fluoroscopy and Radiography. Students of the program are provided with hands-on training on the utilization of different imaging techniques. BSc Imaging technology scope is rising because of the dire need for professional technicians in the healthcare sector.
Vision and Mission of the department
Vision : To be a leading institution in medical imaging education, fostering innovation, research, and professional excellence in diagnostic imaging for improved healthcare outcomes.
Mission :
- Comprehensive Education: Equip students with in-depth knowledge of advanced medical imaging techniques.
- Hands-on Training: Provide practical exposure through collaborations with hospitals and diagnostic centers.
- Technological Advancements: Promote research and adoption of emerging imaging technologies.
- Ethical & Professional Development: Instill a strong foundation in patient care, ethics, and safety standards.
- Career Readiness: Prepare graduates for diverse career opportunities in healthcare, industry, and academia.