ACR Launches New Clinical Imaging Research Registry

As a board-certified musculoskeletal radiologist, Dr. Sepideh Moayed implements interventional radiological methods to diagnose and treat patients. To augment her practice, Dr. Sepideh Moayed is a member of the American College of Radiology (ACR).

The American College of Radiology (ACR) represents more than 30,000 radiology professionals. It aims to advance the work of its members through research and educational initiatives.

In April 2021, ACR launched the National Clinical Imaging Research Registry (ANCIRR), which consists of six registries that collect clinical data and images in an effort to democratize healthcare research. Radiologists can now access diagnostic data sets that may aid in improving the quality of patient care. Additionally, registry data can be utilized for other purposes including clinical research and artificial intelligence development.

The COVID-19 Imaging Research Registry, or CIRR, is the sixth and latest registry in ANCIRR. As a medical imaging archive, CIRR provides COVID-19 data to other registries and organizations such as the PETAL Clinical Trials Network.