In honour of the extraordinary career of Prof. A. James Barkovich

摘要

Professor Jim Barkovich is recognised as one of the world’s leading paediatric neuroradiologistsof our time. His curriculum vitae is over 100 pages long and spans a distinguished careerwhich began in the 1970s when he graduated with a chemistry degree (magna cum laude) andthereafter branched into medicine. He obtained his medical degree in 1980 at the GeorgeWashington University, Washington, DC. Upon completion of his radiology residency atLetterman AMC, San Francisco, in 1984, he proceeded to undertake a fellowship in neuroradiologyfrom Walter Reed AMC, which he obtained in 1986. He has written neuroradiology textbooks andauthored many book chapters, which are referred to by radiologists, the world over, in our dailypractice. His book, Paediatric Neuroradiology, is held in exceptionally high esteem internationally.His particular contributions pertain to extensive research in brain development, neonatal braininjury, childhood epilepsy and in the last two decades the evolution of magnetic resonanceimaging, especially advanced techniques such as spectroscopy. Throughout his commendablecareer, Prof. Barkovich has received numerous accolades, awards and recognitions frominternational radiological, neuroradiological and scientific societies. He has been listed as one ofAmerica’s most honoured professionals and appeared on America’s top doctors list every yearsince 2001. An interesting fact, less known to many, is his service on active duty in the US armyfrom 1976 to 1989.