AXREM Insights

This episode of AXREM Insights goes behind the presidency to meet Dr Shah Islam, President of UKIO and Interventional Neuroradiologist at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery. Sally Edgington talks to Shah about his path into medicine and radiology, the role mentorship has played in his career, and the patient encounters that confirmed he was on the right path. Shah reflects on the realities of treating patients with aneurysms, brain bleeds and strokes, and on why supporting f...

In this episode of AXREM Insights, Sally Edgington is joined by Charlotte Beardmore, incoming CEO of the Society of Radiographers. Charlotte shares her journey from clinical radiographer to professional leader and reflects on the experiences, mentors and opportunities that have shaped her career. She discusses her priorities as she takes on her new role, including supporting members, developing the workforce, embracing technology and strengthening collaboration across the healthcare sector. T...

This episode of AXREM Insights looks ahead to the British Society of Paediatric Radiology 2026 Conference, taking place in Hull on 5–6 November. Sally Edgington is joined by Dr Ram, Paediatric and Neonatal Radiologist and Chair of the BSPR 2026 Conference, to explore the themes of innovation, inclusion and inspiration behind this year's meeting. They discuss the conference's three integrated streams, the international faculty travelling from Australia, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Malaysia, Om...

This episode of AXREM Insights explores the New Hospital Programme and what it means for the future of NHS healthcare infrastructure. Sally Edgington is joined by John Sandham, Chair of the EBME Expo, and Nata Zaman, Deputy Director of Equipping for the New Hospital Programme at NHS England, to discuss how new hospitals can be designed to be genuinely future-ready rather than simply replacing existing buildings. The conversation covers standardisation, digital infrastructure, technology and e...

This episode of AXREM Insights shines a spotlight on women's health and the vital role diagnostic imaging plays in improving outcomes for women across the UK. Inspired by AXREM's Women's Health paper, Sally Edgington and guest co-host Paige Ward are joined by Dr Amina Salar, GP and founder of a Women's Health Hub, and Anna Hagen, Women's Health Transformation Lead at Hologic, to discuss the challenges women face in accessing timely diagnosis and care. The conversation explores how diagnostic ...