Theo
Akudjedu
Making an impact
Theo Akudjedu
Making an impact
News, views and people
News
News Briefing
A quick catch-up on all the latest news from around the UK, including compensation for Rutherford staff, the student dropout crisis, and how to develop obstetrics ultrasound services.
People
Latest news from SoR members
Celebrating Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month, EDI award winners, our new QI Partner and much more, in our monthly round-up of your news, appointments and achievements.
Opinion
"Why I became a radiographer" and "How CDCs will hurt hospitals"
Dhrusha Jethwa explains her desire to help people through radiography, while Dean Rogers warns CDCs will drain hospitals of imaging staff.
Profile
Dr Theo Akudjedu: Making an impact on the future of radiography
How Dr Theo Akudjedu’s practical approach to teaching and mentoring is inspiring the future leaders of radiography.
The Strikes | Special Reports from across England and Northern Ireland
The Strike: England
How radiographers across England took to the streets to make their case for a fair reward, told in their own words, images and videos.
The Strike: Northern Ireland
SoR members were fighting for the future of radiography in Northern Ireland during two days of industrial action.
Professional
Professional
Sonography apprentices: The next generation
Introducing the first degree apprenticeship in medical ultrasound and the seven apprentices at Sheffield Hallum University.
Professional
Raising awareness of mental wellbeing in radiography
How a powerful play is helping students prepare for the pressures of clinical practice - and winning them an appearance on BBC TV.
Professional
Therapeutic radiographers leading the way on research
We meet the therapeutic radiographers taking their place at the forefront of patient-centred cancer research.
Professional
Tackling gender inequality in breast radiology
How two radiographers took the initiative to transform breast screening in their department for all genders.
Careers and learning
QIP Tips
How to make a flying start in quality improvement
Meet our new QI Partner Glenda Shaw and check out her ten tips for success when starting a new role.
CoRIPS
CoRIPS research grants and partnership
The key points on CoRIPS for SoR members seeking research funding or companies keen to contribute.
Calendar
Education, events and new networks
Your guide to all the latest learning and networking opportunities for UK radiographers, from the SoR, the CoR and beyond.
Meet the team
The SoR team is ready to help members
Here we provide the full list of SoR contacts ready to offer all the support you need from the Society and College.
Synergy October 2023
THE SOCIETY OF RADIOGRAPHERS
The Society of Radiographers
207 Providence Square, Mill Street,
London, SE1 2EW
Tel: (020) 7740 7200
Email: info@sor.org
Chief executive Richard Evans
Executive director of finance and operations Dilip Manek
Executive director of professional policy Charlotte Beardmore
Executive director of industrial strategy and member relations Dean Rogers
President Dave Pilborough
President Elect Tom Welton
Vice-President Katie Thompson
Chair of Council Ross McGhee
PUBLISHER
Wonderly
Haymarket Media Group
Bridge House, 69 London Road, Twickenham, TW1 3SP
Tel: (020) 8267 5000
EDITORIAL
Editorial director Colin Cooper
Deputy Editor Alexander Ballinger
Art editor Kayleigh Pavelin
With thanks
Photography Alastair Staley, Simon Hadley, Eva Slusarek, Stephen Williams, Breige Cobane, Liam Simmons
Videography Stephen Williams
PUBLISHING
Managing director Issie Peate
Group business director Sandie Pears
Associations Director Anton Riolo
Chief executive Kevin Costello
Contact us synergynews@haymarket.com
COMMERCIAL
Display advertising and sponsored content
Chris Gault
+44 (0)20 8267 5864
chirs.gault@wonderly.agency
SoRadvertising@haymarket.com
Synergy is a member of the Independent Press Standards Organisation. We abide by the Editor’s Code of Practice and are committed to upholding the highest standards of journalism. If you think we haven’t met those standards and want to make a complaint, please contact colin.cooper@haymarket.com. For more information, visit www.ipso.co.uk
For all matters pertaining to the Society, including subscriptions, contact The Society of Radiographers, 207 Providence Square, Mill Street, London, SE1 2EW Tel: 020 7740 7200 Email: info@sor.org Haymarket is certified by BSI to environmental standard ISO14001 and energy management standard ISO5001
Disclaimer © The Society of Radiographers 2023. Unless otherwise indicated, views expressed are those of the editorial staff, contributors and correspondents. They are not necessarily the views of the Society of Radiographers, its officers or Council. The publication of an advertisement does not imply that a product is recommended by the Society. Material may only be reproduced by prior arrangement and with acknowledgement to Synergy.
Built with Shorthand