Rectal Cancer Imaging: From Detection to Surgical Planning 2027

This interactive, online, case-based course on rectal cancer imaging is designed for consultant radiologists, colorectal surgeons, and senior trainees with an interest in colorectal cancer imaging. Delivered in collaboration with St Mark's, The National Bowel Hospital, London, the course aims to enhance the accuracy, consistency, and clinical value of colorectal cancer imaging throughout the patient pathway.

The course strengthens multidisciplinary collaboration within the colorectal MDT, improving communication between imaging and surgical specialties, and supporting evidence-based decision-making. It aligns contemporary imaging practice with UK standards, national guidelines, and established colorectal cancer pathways while providing an up-to-date review of advanced imaging techniques and structured reporting.

Key topics covered include optimising pre-operative imaging to define surgical options, pelvic sidewall assessment, anterior margin assessment, bone and nerve excision strategies, and a live MDT case discussion. The course features integrated case-based learning with immediate feedback from expert faculty, complemented by interactive Q&A sessions.

What's included:
• Live access to the online broadcast delivered via Teams or Webex
• 90 days of on-demand access with unlimited playback
• Full access to DICOM cases via PostDICOM cloud-based viewer with complete toolset for manipulation and analysis
• 6 RCR-approved CPD points and certificate upon completion of course evaluation
• Interactive opportunity to ask questions directly to faculty
• Multiple cases to review and interpret

The course is delivered by a prestigious faculty of consultant radiologists and colorectal surgeons from leading UK centres including St Mark's, The Royal Marsden, and Frimley Park Hospital.