The Medical Imaging and Therapeutic Sciences Department’s Diagnostic Ultrasound Programme recently received a generous donation of two ultrasound systems from Schnetler, Corbett and Partners (SCP) Radiology - a donation which will significantly enhance student training.

The private radiology practice has consistently shown strong support for student training and clinical education.

The donation represents a significant boost to the programme as it will enhance the ability of lecturers to train students more effectively and provide them with increased hands-on learning opportunities, according to Dr

Maria Hartnick, the programme coordinator for Diagnostic Ultrasound.

The additional equipment will also enable the department to expand its student intake, helping to address the growing demand for ultrasound training in South Africa.

The Ultrasound team, which consists of Hartnick, Geordean Schwartz and Carmen Batt expressed their gratitude to SCP Radiology for their ongoing commitment to education and their meaningful contribution to strengthening the programme.

Dean of the Faculty of Health and Wellness Sciences, A/Prof Nicole Brooks attended the handover of the new systems and thanked SCP for their donation and contribution to student training.

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Two academics in the Medical Imaging and Therapeutic Sciences Department recently returned from a visit to UK universities – an opportunity made possible through the Research Exchange Programme grant.

Dr Kathleen Naidoo and Dr Heidi Thomas spent seven days in the UK where they met with research partners at the University of Derby.

“This collaboration allowed us to work jointly on data from our international research project focused on person-centred care. We were also given a guided tour of the university’s simulation laboratory, where we observed a variety of advanced simulation stations. The visit provided valuable insights into their innovative methods of simulation-based teaching and learning,” said Naidoo.

“In addition, our British Academy mentor invited us to De Montfort University (DMU), where we spent the day with the Radiography team. This visit offered an excellent opportunity to learn about their academic programme, pedagogical strategies, and teaching practices.”

Thomas said the visit reinforced the many similarities shared between radiography education in the respective countries.

“A key highlight was the openness and enthusiasm of the UK colleagues in exchanging ideas and sharing best practices. The experience was both inspiring and productive, strengthening our existing partnerships and laying the groundwork for a potential new international collaboration/s in the future.”

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With the Dental Sciences Department based at the Tygerberg Hospital, students have the unique opportunity to hone their skills in industry.

Dental Science students are skilled to design and manufacture dental items such as dentures, bridges, crowns, fillings and braces.

The unique setting at the Parow based hospital allows students to work directly with patients and medical staff.

At the campus, which is housed in the Sarleh Dollie Building, students have access to a library, state at the art laboratories as well as high-tech equipment.

The campuses also houses students who are enrolled in the Dental Assisting certificate programme, as well several offices of lecturers from the Medical Imaging and Therapeutic Sciences Department (previously Radiography).

These lecturers are involved in clinical assessments and demonstrations with their students, who complete their practical training at the Tygeberg hospital.

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With the Dental Sciences Department based at the Tygerberg Hospital, students have the unique opportunity to hone their skills in industry.

Dental Science students are skilled to design and manufacture dental items such as dentures, bridges, crowns, fillings and braces.

The unique setting at the Parow based hospital allows students to work directly with patients and medical staff.

At the campus, which is housed in the Sarleh Dollie Building, students have access to a library, state at the art laboratories as well as high-tech equipment.

The campuses also houses students who are enrolled in the Dental Assisting certificate programme, as well several offices of lecturers from the Medical Imaging and Therapeutic Sciences Department (previously Radiography).

These lecturers are involved in clinical assessments and demonstrations with their students, who complete their practical training at the Tygeberg hospital.

View Tygerberg Campus maps and contact details

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