December 2025
Safer for all: the importance of radiation protection in modern healthcare
Safer for all: the importance of radiation protection in modern healthcare
News, views and people
News
News briefing
SoR warning about unregistered sonographers, updated AI policy, mains electricity wiring issues with radiological equipment and more
Analysis
Safer for all: the importance of radiation protection in modern healthcare
Synergy explores findings from the most recent Care Quality Commission annual report
People news
Latest news from SoR members
Postal ballot for SoR council positions, AHP workforce consultation, Equalise group seeks guidance on disability and neurodivergent sub-group and more
Professional
How AI is revolutionising chest X-ray at the Royal Surrey
During a recent trip to the Royal Surrey County Hospital, Synergy found out more about the trust’s experience with AI integration
Celebrating global health partnerships
Chrespers Birengeso, Katie Seager and Alison Sanneh share their experience of a unique collaboration between cancer centres in the UK and Uganda
Radiography Awards 2025
A prestigious ceremony at Vintners’ Hall gave radiographers across the country a chance to recognise exceptional practice. Synergy celebrates the winners
SoR members celebrate World Radiography Day 2025
Each year, 8 November marks a much-needed opportunity for radiographers to celebrate their hard work and help raise awareness of the profession. Synergy shares some of your highlights
11 inspiring projects spearheaded by AHPs
A recent event saw allied health professionals come together at the Royal Marsden in London to showcase the innovative work being carried out across the country
Helping students feel heard at Ninewells Hospital
Synergy explores how listening to feedback has been transformative for the team at Ninewells
A CoRIPS success story: shaping the role of AI in radiography
Earlier this year, research radiographer Avneet Gill received funding to hold an AI conference in Belfast. Synergy spoke with Avneet to discuss the findings
Sponsored article: Philips is helping teams address today’s challenges
Global healthcare company Philips is helping radiographers overcome the many challenges facing the profession
Careers and learning
Calendar
Education, events and new networks
Your guide to all the latest learning and networking opportunities for UK radiographers, from the SoR
Contacts
The SoR team is ready to help members
We provide the full list of SoR contacts ready to offer all the support you need from the society
Synergy December 2025
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