History of the Asian Society of Cardiovascular Imaging

Author: Wen-Jeng LEE ¹ ; Shyh-Jye CHEN ; Yung-Liang WAN
Author Information

1. Department of Medical Imaging, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
Publication Type:Editorial
From:Korean Journal of Radiology 2021;22(4):493-501
CountryRepublic of Korea
Language:English
Abstract: The Asian Society of Cardiovascular Imaging (ASCI) was established in 2006 to improve the healthcare, education, training, quality control, and research in cardiovascular imaging in Asia. The ASCI is presently active, with more than 1400 members from 53 countries. Herein, the evolution and current development of the ASCI are described, including the early history, organization, annual congresses, collaboration with international sister societies, official journal, and the ASCI School. The ASCI has successfully led the development of cardiovascular imaging in Asia and will continue to grow.