Dear Colleagues and Friends,

I am delighted to welcome you to the 18th Asian Oceanian Congress of Radiology (AOCR) 2020 which will be held from 23rd July to 26th July 2020 in Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Malaysia.

Malaysia is proud to host this biennial event for the 18th Asian Oceanian Society of Radiology. The aim is to promote scientific collaborations, professional rapport, exchanges of knowledge and friendship amongst the Asian Oceanian region. This congress aims to cover the basics to the advances in digital imaging. The amalgamation of digital technology with clinical prowess provides clarity in our daily practice and leads to improvement in health practices and patient care. With this in mind, our theme for the meeting is ‘From Pixel to Clarity’. We aim to achieve our objectives via Master Class teachings, Plenary Sessions and Scientific Sessions on the various topics important to this region.

The venue is in the nexus of Kuala Lumpur, a city of vibrance, with juxtaposition of the old and new and a city with myriad of ASEAN cultures. I believe you will learn from this conference and also immerse yourself in a truly ASEAN experience.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone in the organising committee, invited faculty and sponsors for the kind support and contributions towards the Congress.

Once again I extend my warm welcome to all participants. Please enjoy all that Kuala Lumpur has to offer. I believe you will leave with beautiful memories to take home, clarity in your knowledge and friendship in your heart.

Prof Dr Norlisah Mohd Ramli
FAMM, FRCR, MBBS (UM)
Organising Chairman of
18th Asean Oceanian Congress of Radiology (AOCR) 2020
incorporating Malaysian Congress of Radiology (MCOR) 2020
Consultant Neuroradiologist and Professor

The biannual conference, the 18th Asian Oceanian Congress of Radiology (AOCR) 2020 will be held Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from the 23rd to 26th July 2020. The annual scientific meeting of the College of Radiology, Academy of Medicine of Malaysia - Malaysian Congress of Radiology 2020 (MCOR) 2020 will also be incorporated into this event.

A comprehensive 4-day scientific programme covering the various subspecialities of Clinical Radiology will be delivered via Master Classes, plenary sessions and lectures from internationally renowned speakers from the Asian Oceanian region and also the rest of the world.

This will be a great time for radiologists and other radiology professionals from all over the world to meet, learn and share their experiences.

Kuala Lumpur, the modern capital city and the largest city in Malaysia is a garden city of lights with many things to see and do. Besides being the national financial center, it is also a city with an eclectic mix of the old and new, diverse cultures and multiple cuisines. It is therefore hardly surprising that this city regularly makes its appearance in many world top 10 travel destinations lists. Do take time to enjoy what Kuala Lumpur and its nearby places have to offer.

On behalf of the College of Radiology, Academy of Medicine of Malaysia (CoR) and also the organising committee, I would like to welcome everyone to this meeting.

Selamat Datang!

Thank you.

Dr Amir Fuad Hussain
President
College of Radiology
Academy of Medicine of Malaysia (CoR)

Dear Friends, I am delighted to welcome you to the 18th AOCR Scientific Meeting that will be held in the vibrant city of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia at the state of the art Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre from 23rd -26th July 2020.

The theme of the congress is “From Pixel to Clarity” and we have amongst us eminent speakers, leaders and representatives from various organizations not only from the Asia Oceanian region but also from around the world.

The First Asian-Oceania Congress was held in Melbourne in 1971 and the Congress has grown over the decades to be a prime scientific meeting in this region.

The Organizing Committee has left no stone unturned to ensure that the scientific program is of the highest standard, covering topics from practical applications to cutting edge research and innovations. I am confident that this conference will provide a platform for sharing knowledge, ideas and views on safe and sound practice of radiology in the 21st century and challenge all delegates, in particular the heads of institutions and other leaders in the profession to take home some key messages and implement them at their respective work place.

This is also a great opportunity to network and establish professional contacts and consider setting up international projects and research. In an increasingly globalised world, there is a growing need to pool resources and work collaboratively. I hope you will not only make the most of the conference but also have some time to explore the city and its culinary experiences.

Assoc Prof Dr Dinesh Varma
FRANZCR
President
Asian Oceanian Society of Radiology (AOSR)