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MSK Imaging Decisions in Primary Care

This live virtual session with Dr. Bruce Forster, MSc, MD, FRCPC took place on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, as part of the accredited 2026 Primary Care Expert Series.

When and where

  • Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026

  • Time: 8:00 to 9:30 PM ET

  • Location: Live online

Learning objectives

By the end of this session, you’ll be able to:

  • Apply a structured approach to common MSK presentations in primary care (such as back, hip and knee pain) to determine when imaging is indicated and when it is not, bearing in mind the principles of radiation exposure.

  • Select appropriate first-line imaging and interpret key imaging report terminology that changes management.

  • Recognize red flags and “don’t miss” findings across age groups that warrant urgent imaging, ED referral, or specialist assessment.

About the speaker

Dr. Bruce Forster is a musculoskeletal radiologist and Professor of Radiology at the University of British Columbia. He serves as Lead Radiologist for the International Olympic Committee Medical and Scientific Commission. He previously served as University Department Head, Department of Radiology at the University of British Columbia and as Director of Diagnostic Imaging for the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games.

This series is supported by educational grants from L’Oréal Canada, Duchesnay, Organon and Lupin.

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