Department of Diagnostic Radiology Queen's University

02/09/2026

Dr. Ben Kwan (Neuroradiology, Kingston Health Sciences Centre ,Queen's University Health Sciences) was highlighted in a Connected Minds :

🤖"Human-in-the-Loop Is Not a Technical Detail. It’s an Ethical Position"

🔹Artificial intelligence is usually discussed in terms of what it can do. How accurate is it? How fast? How much work can it take off our plates?

🔹But performance is only part of the story. When AI is involved in decisions that affect people’s lives, someone has to be responsible. The question is who.

The Question We Should Be Asking:

🔹We spend a lot of time debating what AI will eventually be capable of doing. The more important question is what we should ask it to do. Human-in-the-loop systems are slower. They require explanation. They force people to stay engaged. That is exactly why they matter.

🔹Because automated systems don’t take responsibility. People do.

Human-in-the-Loop Is Not a Technical Detail. It’s an Ethical Position Post author:Erika Johannessen Post published:January 16, 2026 Post category:Connected Minds Artificial intelligence is usually discussed in terms of what it can do. How accurate is it? How fast? How much work can it take off our...

02/02/2026

Dr. Ben Mussari (Interventional Radiology, Kingston Health Sciences Centre, Queen's University Health Sciences is stepping down from his role as Associate Head in the DOR at Queen's University, marking the conclusion of a period of exceptional leadership and service.

Throughout his tenure as Associate Head and as a valued member of the Department Executive Committee (DEC), Dr. Mussari made enduring contributions to the growth and direction of the department.

None were more significant than his steadfast support of the launch of the department’s research program, his instrumental role in the launch of the DEC, and his co-development of the DOR practice plan.

We will acknowledge all of Dr. Mussari’s contributions as Associate Head and DEC member at an appropriate date and time, and we extend our sincere gratitude for his dedication, vision, and lasting impact on the department.

Dr. Mussari is not going away anywhere of course. He has graciously offered to help with the transition to the new Associate Head, transitioning out of the role as of March 1, 2026.

🙏Thank you Ben!

01/24/2026

Dr. John Ricketts’ (Abdominal Imaging) retirement marks the close of an extraordinary 26 years of dedicated service to the Department of Diagnostic Radiology at Queen's University Health Sciences and Kingston Health Sciences Centre.

Throughout his career at Queen's University, Dr. Ricketts has exemplified clinical excellence, professionalism, and a deep commitment to patient care, education, and collegiality. His contributions have had a lasting impact on the department, shaping its clinical practice and mentoring generations of trainees and colleagues. We are deeply grateful for his many years of service and leadership.

We know John is not going too far away, and we wish him every happiness and fulfillment in his future endeavours.

01/23/2026

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Queen's University Health Sciences Queen's University Kingston Health Sciences Centre City of Kingston - Municipal Government

01/19/2026

We welcome our new Diagnostic Neuroradiology Fellow, Dr. Hussain Alhashem to Kingston Health Sciences Centre, Queen's University Health Sciences.

More information on the Diagnostic Neuroradiology Fellowship Program can be found on our website: https://radiology.queensu.ca/academics/diagnostic-neuroradiology-fellowship

Or by contacting the Diagnostic Neuroradiology Fellowship Director, Dr. Donatella Tampieri.

01/12/2026

🎖Dr. Fenton (Musculoskeletal Radiology, Queen's University Health Sciences, Kingston Health Sciences Centre), as he retires, was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the annual Department Head’s Holiday Luncheon on December 18.

🔹“In recognition of 34 years of dedicated service to the Department of Diagnostic Radiology at Queen’s University."

🔹"Your leadership, commitment, and excellence in Musculoskeletal Radiology have left a lasting impact on your colleagues, trainees, and the community.”

01/01/2026

🎉 Dr. Ben Kwan (Neuroradiology, Kingston Health Sciences Centre, Queen's University Health Sciences) has been appointed as an affiliate of OPDES (Office of Professional Development and Educational Scholarship) as a Health Sciences Education Researcher.

👏 Congratulations Ben!

Dr. Benjamin Kwan is a Neuroradiologist at Queen's University and Assistant Professor.

12/22/2025

🙏 Thank you Dr. Look Hong, co-inventor of Molli (Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, University of Toronto) for an inspiring talk on in the sphere.

🌸 Kingston Health Sciences Centre will soon become just the second academic centre in to adopt MOLLI® (Stryker Breast Care), a revolutionary wire-free and radiation-free technology that is transforming breast cancer treatment.

🎁 The acquisition is being made possible thanks to a $175,000 gift, through the Hospitals Kingston Foundation from local resident and philanthropist Mr. Stephen Sorensen.

📸 Picture: Dr. Nicole Look Hong with Dr. Ross Walker (Head, Department of Surgery, Queen's University Health Sciences), Dr. Omar Islam (Neuroradiology), and 2nd year Queen's University medical students.

12/18/2025

🥳 The Breast Imaging Kingston (https://kingstonhsc.ca/BreastImagingKingston), Kingston Health Sciences Centre 1.5 Tesla Siemens MRI got delivered today!

🩻 Scanning to begin in February 2026. A great advance for in our region.

🌷 Thank you Rose of Hope! Sherri McCullough

Queen's University Health Sciences Queen's University City of Kingston - Municipal Government

12/15/2025

💚Sometimes, we forget to recognize one another for well-deserved accomplishments. Acts of kindness and appreciation toward our colleagues are always valued and are a reason for celebration.

🙏Thank you Dr. Jonathan Ausman (Queen's University Health Sciences) for taking some time to tell us about the great work being done by one of our newest colleagues, Dr. Ambreen Zahoor (Women's Imaging, Kingston Health Sciences Centre).

🔹"I know this is a bit unorthodox but I would like to give a positive (glowing) commendation of my colleague Dr. Zahoor. Her scans are reported in such a detailed oriented way - as an MFM, I appreciate the attention to obstetric details, in particular her reporting of MCA Dopplers at such a high standard"

Jonathan Ausman, MBBS, MSc, FRCSC
Assistant Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Queen's University🔹

12/10/2025

📣 Freshly posted! Our open fellowship-trained Cardiothoracic Radiology faculty position at Kingston Health Sciences Centre, Queen's University Health Sciences.

🩻 Join us to launch (or continue) a vibrant academic career at one of 🇨🇦 Canada's leading universities Queen's University.

https://car.ca/jobs/academic-cardiothoracic-radiologist-kingston-health-sciences-centre/