Wits Radiology
Breast Imaging Symposium
2025
Wits School of Public Health Auditorium
ABOUT THE SYMPOSIUM
Welcome to
WITS Radiology's Premier
Breast Imaging Symposium
17 October 2025 | WITS University – School of Public Health Auditorium, Johannesburg
Join us for a landmark full-day academic summit hosted by Prof Nasreen Mahomed, the WITS Radiology Department, and the WITS Radiology Media Team. This symposium brings together leading experts from across South Africa and abroad to shape the future of breast imaging.
Held at the state-of-the-art School of Public Health Auditorium, the event provides a dynamic platform for innovation, collaboration, and clinical excellence.
A Symposium of Innovation and Inclusion
The 2025 programme features trailblazing topics in AI-driven diagnostics, image-guided cryotherapy, precision oncology, and mobile screening in underserved communities. Additional highlights include paediatric breast imaging, BIRADS classification updates, and surgical-pathological correlation sessions.
Invited speakers include Dr Peter Schoub, Prof J Smilg, Dr Tamaiya Nair, Prof Carol Benn, and Prof S Maswime — offering perspectives that span technology, clinical care, and health systems.
Earn 6 Clinical + 2 Ethics CPD points via Wits Health Consortium.
Programme Overview
A day of cutting-edge updates, practical innovation, and national insights in breast imaging.
Join us for an energising full-day academic programme that brings together leaders in breast radiology, surgery, nuclear medicine, and public health. From the nuances of empathy in mammography to emerging PET imaging, and from recommended screening strategy to AI-integrated innovations, this symposium bridges the technical and the human — anchored by powerful voices such as Prof Nasreen Mahomed, Prof Carol Benn, and Prof Vangu.
The day closes with our Scientific MMED Session, showcasing the research talent of top WITS radiology registrars.
Scroll below to explore each session and speaker.
17 October 2025
SESSION / 1 | 08:30 - 10 AM
Moderators: Dr Lungi Gabuza, Dr Leisha Kumar
Explore the importance of patient-centered imaging and technical clarity in daily radiology practice.
Speakers & Topics:
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Empathy & Precision in Mammography – Mrs Igda Van De Berg
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Artefacts in Breast Imaging – Mrs Y Maistry
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BIRADS Classification Update – Dr J Haberfield
SESSION / 2 | 10:30 - 12 AM
Moderators: Dr Maureen Ramatsi, Dr Thandi Buthelezi
A forward-looking session unpacking the tools, scans, and systems shaping the future of breast imaging.
Speakers & Topics:
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Gadgets & Innovations – Prof Judy Smilg
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PET Imaging in Breast Cancer – Prof Vangu
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Precision Medicine – Dr Tamaiya Nair
SESSION / 3 | 13:00 - 14:30 PM
Moderators: Dr Sonto Mkhize, Dr Tumelo Tshamano
From biopsies to paediatric patients, this session addresses procedural updates and clinical innovations.
Speakers & Topics:
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Biopsy Updates – Dr Nadia Jajbhay
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Paediatric Breast Imaging – Prof Nasreen Mahomed (Key Highlight)
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Cryotherapy – Dr Peter Schoub
SESSION 4 | 15:00 - 16:30 PM
Moderators: Dr Chaane, Dr Daya
A multidisciplinary lens on how breast imaging informs surgery, mobile outreach, and national strategy.
Speakers & Topics:
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Surgical Correlation – Prof Carol Benn
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Mobile Screening Units – Dr Anith Chacko
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National Screening Gaps – Prof Salome Maswime
Scientific Session
Chairs: Dr Maureen Ramatsi, Dr Gary Peisser, Dr Suraya Arbee
Scientific Oral Presentations (MMED)
4 registrar MMEDs – 15 min each
Closing Remarks
Prof Nasreen Mahomed
Venue
Address
Contact
Wits School of Public Health Auditorium
Address:
51 2193, 60 York Rd, Parktown, Johannesburg, 2193
Capacity: 400 delegates
Nearby Accomodation
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Garden Court Milpark
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Holiday Inn Rosebank
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The Capital on Bath
Sponsors & Partners
Thank You to Our Sponsors
We gratefully acknowledge the support of our partners:
