We are extremely disappointed to inform you that the on-site component of the upcoming ARGANZ 2025 Annual Meeting, scheduled to take place on March 7-9 at the Gold Coast, has been cancelled due to the imminent threat posed by Cyclone Alfred.
The safety and well-being of our delegates, speakers, and staff are our utmost priority. We deeply apologise for any inconvenience this may cause, and appreciate your understanding during these challenging circumstances.
We have prepared a stimulating program, which will be available to all attendees in an on-demand format. We will be in touch with further information when the presentations are available. The ARGANZ Workshop will now be available via live stream on Friday for registered participants, with full instructions to follow. The Trainee Day has been cancelled.
We regret we are unable to reply to individual emails at this time while we coordinate the cancellation of the on-site event, however your emails will be answered in due course.
If you have booked accommodation at The Star, they have confirmed free cancellations for all guests wanting to cancel their accommodation. Please communicate all cancellations directly with their reservations call centre on 1800 074 344 or via email at gcgroups@star.com.au. The Dorsett has also confirmed free cancellation, please contact them directly on +61 7 5638 5850 or reservations.goldcoast@dorsetthotels.com. We also recommend checking with your airline regarding their cancellation policy. It is our understanding that Qantas and Virgin are offering a credit to their customers.
Thank you for your understanding and support. We extend our thoughts to everyone in the affected areas and hope you remain safe.
Sincerely,
ARGANZ Executive
8-9 March | Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre
We are delighted to announce that the ARGANZ meeting will be held at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre on the 8th and 9th of March, 2025, with a preceding workshop on the 7th of March. Our esteemed international faculty includes:
- Prof Christine (Cooky) Menias (USA): Professor of Radiology at the Mayo Clinic and the current Editor-in-chief of RadioGraphics. A distinguished leader and educator in the field of abdominal radiology.
- Prof Clare Tempany (USA): Professor of Radiology at Harvard Medical School. Co-Chair of the PI-RADS international committee and a pioneer in prostate cancer imaging and image guided interventions.
- Prof Yves Menu (France): Professor of Radiology at Sorbonne University and former Chair of Radiology at Saint-Antoine Hospital in Paris. He is now Consultant at Gustave Roussy Cancer Campus in Villejuif (France). He is the immediate past Editor-in-chief of European Radiology. An esteemed radiologist in the field of hepatobiliary and oncological imaging.
Our international speakers will be complemented by a strong Australian and New Zealand faculty, ensuring a comprehensive coverage of topics in abdominal radiology.
ARGANZ Workshop
The preceding workstation-based workshop on Friday, 7th March, will be on the topics of MRI rectum and prostate. International and local experts will guide delegates through case studies and discussions, providing a highly interactive learning experience.
Special Opportunities for Registrars
ARGANZ is pleased to again offer complimentary registration to a number of junior medical officers and registrars for the 2025 meeting. We are also excited to introduce the inaugural Young ARGANZ Trainee Day on Friday, 7 March. This event, in collaboration with OGSIG (O&G Special Interest Group), will offer registrars a full day of plenary lectures, case reviews, and the School of ARGANZ and School of OGSIG mock exam session.
The prestigious Mendelson Research Prize will be awarded to a registrar for the best original research oral presentation. The winner will receive a generous prize of a trip to Europe to attend the ESGAR (European Society of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology) meeting.
Networking and Social Opportunities
Beyond the scientific program, ARGANZ 2025 will offer many social and networking opportunities. It will be a fantastic weekend to learn, discuss, share, and connect with peers and experts in the field.
On behalf of the executive committee, I warmly invite you to join us on the Gold Coast for the ARGANZ 2025 meeting.
Sincerely,
Dr Jessica Yang
Chair of ARGANZ
