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* Common Applications of Time of Flight (TOF) Imaging: PET/CT Beyond FDG
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Released:
March 20, 2018
•Expires:
March 19, 2020
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Bital Savir, MD
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PET/CT using Fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) has been used for many years as an adjunct modality to conventional imaging. Until recently, PET/CT’s main utility was in oncology and to a lesser degree cardiology and neurology. However, new radiotracers were approved by the FDA; increasing the application of PET/CT in clinical practice. This Expert Forum aims to educate medical imaging professionals about the common indications of Time of Flight (TOF) PET/CT scans using various radiotracers that include: F18- FDG, F18-Fluciclovine, GA68-DOTA-TATE, and F18-Florbetapir.
Following the presentation questions from the audience were addressed in a moderated Q&A session.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this program, participants will be able to:
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Describe the importance of PET/CT quality.
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Describe common FDG applications.
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Describe the legacy and new FDA-approved radiotracers, their indications and cost.
This program was originally broadcast live as part of a webinar sponsored by IAME and supported through an unrestricted educational grant from Philips Healthcare.
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* Stereotactic Ablative Radiation Therapy In The Treatment of Liver Tumors
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Released:
March 01, 2018
•Expires:
April 30, 2020
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Applied Radiology
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Benjamin O. Spieler, MD; Lorraine Portelance, MD; Eric A. Mellon, MD, PhD
This review article discusses the major indications for stereotactic ablative radiation therapy for liver cancer, as well as the technologies available and/or necessary for safe treatment delivery. Specific areas discussed include hepatocellular carcinoma, intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, dose, image guidance and respiratory management, emerging techniques, and radiation-induced liver disease.
Available for SA-CME Credit. To receive SA–CME credit, you must complete the post exam and review the discussion and references provided with the exam results.
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* Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy In Early Stage Non-small Cell Lung Cancer: A Brief Primer For The Multidisciplinary Tumor Board
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Released:
March 01, 2018
•Expires:
April 30, 2020
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Applied Radiology
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Andrew Kennedy, MD; Susan Garwood, MD; Allison Grow, MD, PhD; Ryan Lipscomb, MS
Multidisciplinary team members treating lung cancers may not be aware of the complexity and coordination required for delivery of stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) to lung masses. Shifts in practice have occurred in management of early stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), particularly with regard to the role of the specialized pulmonologist (interventional pulmonology), which involves different staging techniques than traditional mediastinoscopy. This review provides key information to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation for patient selection, work up, behind-the-scenes critical quality assurance tasks, and clinical pearls for stereotactic radiation therapy for lung cancer.
Available for SA-CME Credit. To receive SA–CME credit, you must complete the post exam and review the discussion and references provided with the exam results.
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* Advanced MRI Safety Training For Healthcare Professionals: Level 2 MR Personnel - Updated Edition
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Released:
April 05, 2017
•Expires:
March 31, 2019
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CE credits:
2.5
• Cost:
$50.00
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Faculty:
Frank G. Shellock, PhD, FACC, FACR, FACSM
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This program reviews fundamental MRI safety protocols and meets the annual training recommendations from the American College of Radiology. Importantly, MRI facilities must now comply with the revised requirements for diagnostic imaging from The Joint Commission and document that MRI technologists participate in ongoing education that includes annual training on safe MRI practices in the MRI environment. As such, Advanced MRI Safety Training for Healthcare Professionals, Level 2 MR Personnel covers each MRI safety topic specified by The Joint Commission, as well as many additional subjects that will expand the knowledge-base of healthcare professionals.
With more than 30 years of experience in the field of MRI, the author of the best-selling textbook series, the Reference Manual for Magnetic Resonance Safety, Implants and Devices, and the creator of the internationally popular website, www.MRIsafety.com, Dr. Frank G. Shellock is uniquely qualified to present the information in this program.
Advanced MRI Safety Training for Healthcare Professionals, Level 2 MR Personnel is a 150-minute program that is divided into three sections.
Educational Objectives
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Understand the safety issues related to MRI.
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Describe the bioeffects associated with the static magnetic field, time-varying magnetic, and radiofrequency fields.
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Present guidelines that prevent projectile-related accdents.
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Describe polices that avoid issues related to acoustic noise.
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Review procedures that prevent burns associated with MRI.
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Explain and demonstrate appropriate pre-MRI screening procedures.
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Identify techniques to manage patients with claustrophobia, anxiety, or emotional distress.
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Describe guidelines to handle medical emergencies in the MRI setting.
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Identify safety considerations for gadolinium-based contrast agents.
This is a Pay-To-View program. Purchase is required for full program access.
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* Basic MRI Safety Training: Level 1 MR Personnel - Updated Edition
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Released:
April 04, 2017
•Expires:
March 31, 2019
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$30.00
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Faculty:
Frank G. Shellock, PhD, FACC, FACR, FACSM
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Anyone who enters the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) environment, whether on a regular or infrequent basis, must be properly trained to ensure their safety, the protection of patients, and the security of other facility staff members. This program, Basic MRI Safety Training, Level 1 MR Personnel accomplishes the initial training that is necessary to ensure safety in the unique setting associated with the MRI system. It includes information pertaining to MRI technology, describes common hazards and unique dangers associated with the MRI setting, and presents vital recommendations and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries. Importantly, this program provides the fundamental MRI safety information for Level I MR Personnel recommended by the American College of Radiology and may be utilized by individuals desiring preparation for safety training as, Level 2 MR Personnel.
With more than 30 years of experience in the field of MRI, the author of the best-selling textbook series, the Reference Manual for Magnetic Resonance Safety, Implants and Devices, and the creator of the internationally popular website, www.MRIsafety.com, Dr. Frank G. Shellock is uniquely qualified to present the information in this program.
Educational Objectives
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Appreciate the importance of MRI
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Identify the hazards associated with MRI
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Understand the screening process
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Describe steps to prevent accidents and injuries
This is a Pay-To-View program. Purchase is required for full program access.
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A Review Of The Role of External-beam Radiation Therapy in Nonmelanomatous Skin Cancer
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Released:
June 01, 2017
•Expires:
May 31, 2019
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Applied Radiology
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Bindu V. Manyam, MD; Nikhil Joshi, MD; Shlomo A. Koyfman, MD
Much of the data supporting safety and efficacy of definitive radiation therapy (RT) in patients with non-melanomatous skin cancer (NMSC) is older, when its use was more common. Improvements are needed to better represent and categorize high-risk disease. Treatment should be intensified with multimodality therapy for advanced disease. Clinicians must keep abreast of evolving treatment paradigms and novel systemic therapies NMSC. This article reviews indications, dosing, techniques, and outcomes for external-beam RT for NMSC.
Available for SA-CME Credit. To receive SA–CME credit, you must complete the post exam and review the discussion and references provided with the exam results.
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Advances in MSK & Sports Medicine Imaging
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Released:
January 16, 2018
•Expires:
January 15, 2020
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CE credits:
2.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Jon Jacobson, MD, Christine Chung, MD
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RSNA 2017 Archived Program
As new technological advances in Magnetic Resonance & Ultrasound continue to impact how healthcare professionals diagnose and treat sports related injuries; this program from RSNA 2017 features:
The Future of MR in MSK
by Dr. Christine Chung
Unique Ultrasound Solutions in MSK and Sports Medicine
by Dr. Jon Jacobson
Each provides insight into how these modalities are transforming patient care. Also included is a live USD scanning session with Dr. Jacobson, where he provides a detailed description of his scanning techniques.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this program, participants will be able to:
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Describe imaging techniques that can reduce scan time without decreasing image quality.
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Describe how the infrastructure of MSK tissue provides a rationale for the development of a qualitative pulse sequence.
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Be familiar with the normal appears of tendons under USD
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Recognize the common MSK pathology seen on USD
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Describe applications where dynamic USD is used in MSK imaging.
This program was originally presented live at RSNA 2017 and sponsored by the Institute for Advanced Medical Education (IAME) and supported through an unrestricted educational grant from Toshiba America Medical Systems (now Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc.).
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Applied Hepatobiliary Scintigraphy in Chronic Gallbladder Diseases
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Released:
September 01, 2016
•Expires:
August 31, 2018
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Applied Radiology
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Mark Tulchinsky, MD, FACNM
Educational gaps are responsible for a significant variabil-ity in methodological practice in the use of CCK-CS with calculation of GBEF in patients with suspected gallbladder diseases. In addition, emerging evidence continues to re-fine the methodology of CCK-CS. Clinicians must remain abreast of current recommendations and innovative practices in order to provide the most specific CCK-CS test results in patients with suspected FGBD. This article will address the role of hepatobiliary scintigraphy (HBS) in the diagnosis and management of this often challenging clinical conundrum.
Available for SA-CME Credit. To receive SA–CME credit, you must complete the post exam and review the discussion and references provided with the exam results.
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Augmented and Virtual Reality: Exploring A Future Role In Radiation Oncology Education and Training
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Released:
December 01, 2017
•Expires:
December 01, 2019
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Applied Radiology
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William Jin, Brandon Birckhead, MD; Bradford Perez, MD; Sarah Hoffe, MD
The range of differences on the augmented/virtual reality AR/VR spectrum are mainly attributed to its depth of immersion. AR/VR technology is being used, through all spectrums of their devices, in surgery, imaging, medical student/resident/fellow education. The utility of AR/VR lies in its advantage to be massively scalable, reproducible, and realistic in simulating clinical environments. This article discusses how AR/VR technologies can cost-effectively enhance radiation oncology training.
Available for SA-CME Credit. To receive SA–CME credit, you must complete the post exam and review the discussion and references provided with the exam results.
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Can New Imaging Technologies Improve Patient Outcomes?
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Released:
January 16, 2018
•Expires:
January 15, 2020
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CE credits:
2.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Junsung Choi, MD, Kenneth Snyder, MD, PhD, Miyuki Sone, MD
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RSNA 2017 Archived Program
As new technological advances in Computed Tomography continue to impact how healthcare professionals diagnose and treat patients with stroke, pancreatic and biliary cancer and other oncological disease; this program from RSNA 2017 features the following presentations. Each will provide insight into how advanced imaging is improving patient outcomes.
Saving Brain and Improving Patient Outcomes with a Better Acute Stroke Protocol
by Dr. Kenneth Snyder
Can UHR CT Improve Outcomes with Better Detection, Diagnosis and Staging of Pancreatic and Biliary Cancer
by Dr. Miyuki Sone
Improving Oncologic Outcomes Using a Unique 4DCT Solution
by Dr. Junsung Choi.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this program, participants will be able to:
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Describe how advanced physiologic imaging is transforming the treatment of acute ischemic stroke.
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Describe the limitations of conventional CT in the diagnosis of pancreatic and biliary disease.
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Be familiar with the clinical utility of Ultra High Resolution CT Imaging.
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Describe how hybrid Angio/CT systems are providing clinical utility in interventional oncologic imaging.
This program was originally presented live at RSNA 2017 and sponsored by the Institute for Advanced Medical Education (IAME) and supported through an unrestricted educational grant from Toshiba America Medical Systems (now Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc.).
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Computed Tomography - What's Next & Why? | New Hardware & Software Transformations
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Released:
February 15, 2017
•Expires:
February 28, 2019
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CE credits:
1.5
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Sujith K. Seneviratne, A/Prof, Marcus Y. Chen, MD
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As technology continues to impact how healthcare is practiced, this presentation on Computed Tomography - What's Next & Why? | New Hardware & Software Transformations will highlight through the clinical experiences of an Expert Faculty; how they are maximizing the latest advances to increase patient care, satisfaction and throughput.
This program was originally presented live at RSNA 2016 and sponsored by the Institute for Advanced Medical Education (IAME) and supported through an unrestricted educational grant from Toshiba America Medical Systems.
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Contrast Enhanced MRI 2017 Update: New Issues | New Indications
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Released:
February 01, 2017
•Expires:
January 31, 2019
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Lawrence N. Tanenbuam, MD, FACR
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With a wide selection of gadolinium-based contrast agents now available in the US Market; MR imaging professionals must understand the chemical structure, differences in stability and relaxivity and safety profiles of each of these FDA approved MR agents.
Following Dr. Tanenbaum's presentation, questions from the audience will be addressed.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this program, participants will:
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Refresh their understanding of the various contrast agents now FDA approved and available in the US market.
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Understand the safety profiles of the available agents as well as the relationship to the individual physiochemical properties and stability.
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Develop a better understanding of how recent knowledge affects the selection, use and screening before contrast use.
Supported Through An Unrestricted Educational Grant from Guerbet, LLC.
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Current Controversies In Prostate Brachytherapy For Prostate Cancer
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Released:
September 01, 2017
•Expires:
August 31, 2019
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Applied Radiology
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Ibrahim Abu-Gheida, MD; Christopher Fleming, MD; Paul Ramia, MD; Omar Mian, MD PhD; Rahul Tendulkar, MD; and Jay Ciezki, MD
Indications for low dose rate prostate brachytherapy (LDR-BT) monotherapy for high-risk or unfavorable intermediate-risk prostate cancer are currently not based on level I evidence. Guidelines discussing brachytherapy indications do not highlight the important RTOG 0232 interim analysis regarding the role of LDR monotherapy and toxicity profile advantage, nor do guidelines highlight the dosimetric value of brachytherapy. This article summarizes the role of LDR-BT in managing prostate cancer and examines patient selection.
Available for SA-CME Credit. To receive SA–CME credit, you must complete the post exam and review the discussion and references provided with the exam results.
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Emotional-intelligence-centric Leadership Training for Radiation Oncologists
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Released:
December 01, 2017
•Expires:
December 01, 2019
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Applied Radiology
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Sarah E. Hoffe, MD; Joanne Quinn, PhD, MBA; Jessica Frakes, MD; Thomas J. Dilling, MD; Nadia A. Saeed, BA; Louis B. Harrison, MD
Current residency training in radiation oncology does not incorporate leadership competency skills. Additionally, increasing administrative burdens in healthcare correlate with growing physician burnout and stress, but residency training has no systematic strategy to increase resiliency. Although simulation-based medical education (SBME) can incorporate teamwork, communication, and collaboration exercises at the undergraduate medical level, it has not been studied/incorporated at the national graduate level in radiation oncology. This article addresses the role of an emotional-intelligence (EI)-based leadership curriculum during such training.
Available for SA-CME Credit. To receive SA–CME credit, you must complete the post exam and review the discussion and references provided with the exam results.
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High Dose Rate Brachytherapy for Prostate Cancer: Current Techniques and Applications To Varying Disease Presentations
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Released:
September 01, 2017
•Expires:
August 31, 2019
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Applied Radiology
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Daniel J. Krauss, MD
No direct clinical evidence supports the superiority of high-dose rate brachytherapy (HDR-BT) over low dose rate brachytherapy (LDR-BT), or vice versa, in terms of improved tumor control or reduced toxicity in patients with prostate cancer. This review fosters understanding of patient selection and technical description, examining HDR-BT in conjunction with external beam, and HDR-BT as monotherapy
Available for SA-CME Credit. To receive SA–CME credit, you must complete the post exam and review the discussion and references provided with the exam results.
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Image Guided Interventional Radiology Procedures Using a Combined Angiography CT System
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Released:
February 15, 2017
•Expires:
February 28, 2019
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CE credits:
1.5
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
David Hays, MD, Farah Gillan Irani, MD
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As technology continues to impact how healthcare is practiced, this presentation on Image-Guided Interventional Radiology Procedures Using a Combined Angiography CT Systems will highlight through the clinical experiences of an Expert Faculty; how they are maximizing the latest advances to increase patient care, satisfaction and throughput.
This program was originally presented live at RSNA 2016 and sponsored by the Institute for Advanced Medical Education (IAME) and supported through an unrestricted educational grant from Toshiba America Medical Systems.
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MACRA Readiness
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Released:
June 15, 2017
•Expires:
June 14, 2019
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Applied Radiology
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The Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (MACRA) ended the Sustainable Growth Rate formula, which has determined Medicare Part B reimbursement rates for physicians and replaces it with new ways of paying for care. Under MACRA, participating providers will be paid based on the quality and effectiveness (value) of care they provide rather than the volume of care they provide under the current system.
This Expert Forum webcast features a panel of experts who will review the importance of MACRA and what it means to the radiology community. They will provide an overview of what MACRA involves and define which providers must begin planning immediately. In addition, the program will describe the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) and the four performance categories, which will ultimately determine how radiologists and other physicians are reimbursed for their services.
The panel is moderated by Dr. Gregory N. Nicola, Vice President, Hackensack Radiology Group and will answer questions from the online audience.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this program, participants will be able to:
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Describe what MACRA is and how it will affect radiologists.
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Understand the performance category measurements.
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Describe the necessary steps to be MACRA Ready by 2019. ​
Supported Through An Unrestricted Educational Grant from Bracco Diagnostics, Inc.
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Mycosis Fungoides Involving Head and Neck Mucosal Sites: Review Of The Literature
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Released:
June 01, 2017
•Expires:
May 31, 2019
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Applied Radiology
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Aharon M. Feldman, MD; Parag Sevak, MD; Chauncey McHargue, MD; Henry W. Lim, MD; Farzan Siddiqui, MD, PhD
Head and neck mycosis fungoides is uncommon, and few publications have been dedicated to this topic. Treatment options vary widely and include several radiation therapy regimens as well as medical management possibilities. Survival and treatment outcomes differ greatly depending on patient co-morbidities, treatment tolerance, and disease progression. This article will aid treatment selection and improve outcome predictions.
Available for SA-CME Credit. To receive SA–CME credit, you must complete the post exam and review the discussion and references provided with the exam results.
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Part 1: Safety of Gadolinium-Based Contrast Agents: Structure, Stability, NSF & Tissue Deposition
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Released:
May 23, 2016
•Expires:
May 23, 2018
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Lawrence N. Tanenbuam, MD, FACR, Kenneth Maravilla, MD
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A review of the literature indicates an increased incidence of gadolinium deposition in the brain as a result of repeated contrast-enhanced MR imaging procedures. With a wide selection of gadolinium-based contrast agents available; imaging professionals must be aware of their chemical make-up when selecting the best agent for a particular study.
In this first of a four-part CME/CE Accredited Expert Forum Webcast Series, Dr. Kenneth Maravilla reviews the safety profiles of the currently available agents, identifies the risk factors for NSF and discusses the current understanding and outstanding issues related to Gadolinium deposition in the brain and other tissues in patients with normal renal function.
Following Dr. Maravilla's presentation, a panel discussion was moderated by Dr. Lawrence Tanenbaum; where questions from the audience were addressed.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this program, participants will be able to:
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Recognize risk factors for development of NSF along with contributory cofactors that may increase risk. They will also understand steps to be taken that can mitigate risk in patients with compromised renal function.
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Understand what is meant by stability of a contrast agent, how it is measured and the various structural and chemical characteristics that affect stability.
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Gain an understanding of the current knowledge and outstanding issues related to Gd deposition in brain and other tissues in patients with normal renal function who receive GBCAs.
Supported Through An Unrestricted Educational Grant from Guerbet, LLC.
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Part 2: Gadolinium Based Contrast Agents and Pediatric Long Term Safety
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Released:
June 15, 2016
•Expires:
June 14, 2018
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Lawrence N. Tanenbuam, MD, FACR, Donna Roberts, MD
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A review of the literature indicates an increased incidence of gadolinium deposition in the brain as a result of repeated contrast-enhanced MR imaging procedures. With a wide selection of gadolinium-based contrast agents available; imaging professionals must be aware of their chemical make-up when selecting the best agent for a particular study.
In this second of a four-part CME/CE Accredited Expert Forum Webcast Series, Dr. Donna Roberts will discuss clinical indications for post contrast MR imaging, review the current literature as it relates to gadolinium retention and discuss considerations for selecting a GBCA when imaging pediatric patients.
Following Dr. Roberts presentation a panel discussion was moderated by Dr. Lawrence Tanenbaum; where questions from the audience were addressed.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this program, participants will be able to:
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Review clinical indications for post contrast MR imaging in pediatrics and discuss current GBCA utilization in the pediatric population.
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Review the studies describing gadolinium retention in the body of pediatric patients following multiple GBCA doses.
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Discuss relevant considerations when selecting specific GBCAs for post contrast MR imaging in pediatric patients.
Supported Through An Unrestricted Educational Grant from Guerbet, LLC.
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Part 3: Contrast Enhanced Body MR Imaging: Making Diagnoses While Managing Risks
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Released:
July 14, 2016
•Expires:
July 13, 2018
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Richard Semelka
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A review of the literature indicates an increased incidence of gadolinium deposition in the brain as a result of repeated contrast-enhanced MR imaging procedures. With a wide selection of gadolinium-based contrast agents available; imaging professionals must be aware of their chemical make-up when selecting the best agent for a particular study.
In this third of a four-part CME/CE Accredited Expert Forum Webcast Series, Dr. Richard Semelka shares his clinical experiences and best practices as it relates to the use of Gadolinium Based Contrast Agents (GBCAs) in body MR imaging.
Following Dr. Semelka's presentation, a panel discussion was moderated by Dr. Lawrence Tanenbaum; where questions from the audience were addressed.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this program, participants will be able to:
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Discuss the role of GBCAs in body MR imaging.
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Understand how stability of a GBCA plays a role in body MR imaging.
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Evaluate choice of GBCA based on age of patient and likelihood of patient undergoing multiple studies.
Supported Through An Unrestricted Educational Grant from Guerbet, LLC.
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Part 4: Contrast Enhanced Neuro MRI: New Issues, New Indications
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Released:
September 01, 2016
•Expires:
August 31, 2018
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Lawrence N. Tanenbuam, MD, FACR
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A review of the literature indicates an increased incidence of gadolinium deposition in the brain as a result of repeated contrast-enhanced MR imaging procedures. With a wide selection of gadolinium-based contrast agents available; imaging professionals must be aware of their chemical make-up when selecting the best agent for a particular study.
In this final CME/CE Accredited Expert Forum Webcast of our four-part series, Dr. Lawrence Tanenbaum reviews contrast-enhanced Neuro MRI with an emphasis on current practices and indications as well as a survey of manifestations of diseases on contrast-enhanced MRI of the brain and spine.
Following Dr. Tanenbaum's questions from the audience were taken and answered in a moderated Q&A..
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this program, participants will be able to:
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Understand the fundamental indications for contrast use in evaluation of the brain and spine.
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Understand the appearance of contrast enhanced MRI of a variety of disease states.
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Review the technical parameters for obtaining optimized contrast enhanced images in the spine and brain at 1.5 and 3T.
Supported Through An Unrestricted Educational Grant from Guerbet, LLC.
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PE or no PE? Alternative diagnoses on CTA (SA-CME)
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Released:
March 01, 2018
•Expires:
February 29, 2020
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Applied Radiology
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Kelly W. Capel, MD, and Lynn S. Broderick, MD, FACR
Given that pulmonary embolism (PE) is the third-leading cause of cardiovascular death and that the signs and symptoms of PE are often nonspecific, many care providers obtain CTA in the acute-care setting to evaluate for any life-threatening or urgent pathology.
While most of these patients will likely not have an underlying PE, this article showcases several alternative potential pathologies, ranging from common intrathoracic conditions such as pneumonia, to acute aortic syndrome and intra-abdominal pathology, which may be partially captured via subtle clues on CTA examinations.
In the acute-care setting, the radiologist’s ability to recognize other potential sources of pain and shortness of breath as well as coexisting pathology in patients being evaluated for PE with CTA is critical.
Available for SA-CME Credit. To receive SA–CME credit, you must complete the post exam and review the discussion and references provided with the exam results.
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Pioneering the Routine & Advanced Use Of Model-Based Iterative Reconstruction In Your CT Department
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Released:
January 10, 2017
•Expires:
January 09, 2019
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Charles White, MD, Seth Kligerman, MD
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The use of CT has rapidly increased in recent years leading to substantial concern regarding medical imaging-related radiation dose. An important strategy to decrease patient dose while maintaining image quality is the use of iterative reconstruction (IR) algorithms. These algorithms have the advantage of reducing image noise, improving the contrast to noise ratio and increasing subjective image quality of CT studies. Initial hybrid IR approaches have been increasingly superseded by model-based iterative reconstruction techniques that use precise system statistics and optics models to further reduce image noise. One such algorithm, iterative model reconstruction (IMR) is the focus of this presentation.
The presenters will discuss an intuitive approach to understanding the physics behind IMR and its capabilities with respect to reducing imaging noise leading to both an objective and subjective improvement in image quality on CT. Relevant literature on this topic will be reviewed. Finally, the presenters will show examples acquired from various parts of the body to demonstrate the benefits of IMR use in comparison to conventional imaging and hybrid IR techniques.
Following their presentations questions from the audience were addressed in a moderated Q&A session.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this program, participants will be able to:
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Explain using an intuitive approach, the physics related to current model based reconstruction approaches on CT.
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Compare current model based reconstruction approaches to earlier algorithms, showing how they can lead to an improved image quality.
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Demonstrate examples from various parts of the body that indicate an advantage for images reconstructed with current model based reconstruction approaches
Supported Through An Unrestricted Educational Grant from Philips Healthcare.
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Recent Advances in Contrast-Enhanced Cardiac MRI
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Released:
August 20, 2017
•Expires:
August 19, 2019
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Joseph Schoepf, M.D.
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Uncertainty still exists regarding the appropriate and effective routine assessment of myocardial disease with contrast-enhanced MRI. Today more recent and novel MRI myocardial characterization techniques exist, such as T1 and T2 mapping. However, insufficient awareness of the pitfalls in cardiac MRI diagnosis frequently contribute to missed diagnosis in the workup of patients with myocardial infarction and other diseases of the heart muscle.
This Expert Forum featuring Dr. Joseph Schoepf will address these issues and provide a review of the basic principles and recent advances in contrast-enhanced Cardiac MR imaging. Particular emphasis will be placed on the MR assessment of diseases of the myocardium and novel methods for their granular characterization. Following Dr. Schoepf's presentation, a short Q&A will be conducted where your questions can be answered.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this program, participants will be able to:
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Select suitable approaches for the routine assessment of myocardial disease with contrast-enhanced MRI.
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Discuss current developments in the MR characterization of the myocardium.
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Implement methods to improve accuracy of Cardiac MRI for the granular, comprehensive diagnosis of myocardium infarction and fibrosis.
Supported through an unrestricted educational grant from Guerbet, LLC.
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Renal Artery Duplex Expanding The Envelope
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Released:
February 15, 2017
•Expires:
February 14, 2019
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$12.00
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Faculty:
Patrick A. Washko, BSRT, RDMS, RVT, FSVU
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In today’s healthcare environment, working in a vascular laboratory is extremely demanding, requiring a multitude of critical skills and abilities from today’s sonographer. The renal artery duplex examination is often viewed as the single most difficult examination performed. This lecture will cover a detailed description of the examination from patient preparation, to stenosis criteria and a broad array of tips and tricks in both a variety of normal and pathological settings. Sonography is very dependent on strong visual and motor skills along with critical thinking abilities.
This presentation is designed to help the sonographers and physicians formulate a plan to deal with difficult clinical presentations.
Educational Objectives
Upon completion of this webinar one should be able to:
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Understand the common indications for performing the renal artery duplex examination.
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Note the importance of knobology and image optimization while insonating the renal arterial and venous system.
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Identify the importance of direct and indirect renal artery assessment.
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Discuss how to obtain a clinically diagnostic renal artery duplex examination.
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Spectral CT: Adding Value in the Emergency Department
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Released:
November 09, 2017
•Expires:
November 08, 2019
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Gopal Punjabi, MD
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Computed Tomography (CT) continues to be the modality of choice in most emergency departments and is respected for its ability to quickly capture cross sectional images of the body, allowing ED physicians to quickly assess patients.
In recent years, several manufacturers have developed scanners with the ability acquire images at varying energy levels, which allow imaging professionals to differentiate the various elements of the body based on their material density and atomic numbers.
This technique has the potential to revolutionize the way we depict and interpret CT scans. In this Expert Forum Webcast, Dr. Gopal Punjabi will share his clinical experiences with the use of Spectral CT in the Emergency Department with a focus on body imaging.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this program, participants will be able to:
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Describe scenarios where spectral CT can enhance diagnosis.
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Describe the types of images that can be obtained with spectral CT.
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Understand how to interpret the additional data acquired in spectral CT imaging.
Supported through an unrestricted educational grant from Philips Healthcare.
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The Cost Effective Use of MR Neuroimaging in Neurology
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Released:
July 01, 2016
•Expires:
June 30, 2018
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Laszlo Mechtler, MD, FAAN
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The cost of medicine has reached alarming rates. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) plays an important role in this new world of medicine that obligates physicians to become financial managers. While MRI is an essential component of a neurologic workup, it represents a high proportion of total episode-of-care (EOC) costs, and has been associated with overutilization. As a result, imaging centers can only survive to the extent they are able to develop cost effective approaches to neuroimaging.
In this CME/CE Accredited Expert Forum Webcast, Dr. Mechtler will share his clinical insights, best practices and protocols for utilizing fast MRI methods in a cost effective manner in neuroimaging.
Following Dr. Mechtler's presentation questions from the audience were taken and answered in a moderated Q&A.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this program, participants will:
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Review clinical indications for post contrast MR imaging in pediatrics and discuss current GBCA utilization in the pediatric population.
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Review the studies describing gadolinium retention in the body of pediatric patients following multiple GBCA doses.
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Discuss relevant considerations when selecting specific GBCAs for post contrast MR imaging in pediatric patients.
Supported Through An Unrestricted Educational Grant from Philips Healthcare.
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The Role of Prostate MR in Detection & Management of Prostatic Neoplasia
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Released:
January 01, 2017
•Expires:
December 31, 2019
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Stephen J. Pomeranz, MD
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Prostate MRI can be an effective tool in preventive as well as diagnostic and ongoing patient care for patients with statistical likelihood and/or risk factors predisposing them to the diagnosis of prostatic neoplasia. Used efficiently, MR contributes to early detection, accurate staging and localization, and reduction in unnecessary biopsies and treatment.
Skilled reporting provides allied health professionals with critical results to serve patients optimally, allocate resources effectively and improve treatment and surgical outcomes for their patients. This Expert Forum webcast will include a series of case reviews that incorporate and elucidate these concepts.
Following Dr. Pomeranz's presentation questions from the audience were addressed in a moderated Q&A session.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this program, participants will be able to:
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Identify the clinical indications for effective utilization of MR of the prostate.
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Be familiar with signal characteristics of prostate neoplasia on MRI, and understand the application of ACR standard PI-RADS scale to this type of imaging pathology.
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Describe MRI's key role as a diagnostic tool for screening, active surveilance, staging, recurrence, identification, treatment planning and treatment response evaluation.
Supported through an unrestricted educational grant from Hitachi Medical Systems.
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Tricks of the Trade: MRI Fetal Imaging
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Released:
November 01, 2016
•Expires:
October 31, 2018
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Beth M. Kline-Fath, MD
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Fetal MRI is a relatively new area of imaging, which is technically challenging. It is important to understand the safety implications when imaging a fetus. In addition, given that the fetus is not sedated, it is important that technical knowledge of the imaging and a planned approach to the procedure is in place.
In this educational lecture, the preparation, positioning, planning for and obtaining of images as well as problem solving during the procedure will be discussed. The importance of anatomic imaging leading to accurate interpretation will be reinforced in cased-based examples of imaging singleton and twin gestations.
Following Dr. Kline-Fath's presentation questions from the audience were addressed in a moderated Q&A session.
Educational Objectives
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Review the safety of fetal MR Imaging.
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Describe the technical approach to fetal MR Imaging.
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Describe cases in which fetal MRI was helpful in the evaluation of singleton and twin gestations.
Supported Through An Unrestricted Educational Grant from Philips Healthcare.
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Ultrasound & MR Elastography In Children
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Released:
October 01, 2016
•Expires:
September 30, 2018
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Daniel J. Podberesky, MD
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Ultrasound and MR elastography are relatively new, clinically validated, and highly reliable and reproducible imaging techniques to non-invasively, rapidly, and cost-effectively evaluate chronic liver disease in children and adults.
These techniques have widespread applicability in the pediatric population, not only in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), a leading cause of chronic liver disease in U.S. children, but in a variety of other pediatric chronic liver diseases. By measuring tissue stiffness, the radiologist can assist the clinician in identifying the presence of fibrosis within the liver parenchyma.
Histopathologic examination of liver biopsy specimens has long been considered the gold standard for the evaluation of hepatic fibrosis. However, liver biopsy is invasive, costly, not without complications, samples only a fraction of the liver parenchyma, and requires sedation/anesthesia in young children.
In this CME/CE Accredited Expert Forum, Dr. Podberesky will provide a brief overview of ultrasound and MR elastography techniques, review the current literature, applications, and provide imaging examples.
Following Dr. Podberesky's presentation questions from the audience were taken and answered in a moderated Q&A.
Educational Objectives
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To understand the basic principles of ultrasound and MR elastography.
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To understand how to apply liver ultrasound and MR elastography techniques to the pediatric population.
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To review the role that liver ultrasound and MR elastography play in the clinical evaluation and surveillance of liver fibrosis and inflammation in children.
Supported Through An Unrestricted Educational Grant from Philips Healthcare.
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Use of High-Field Open MRI In A Clinical Setting for MSK Imaging: Part 2 of a 2 Part Series
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Released:
September 19, 2017
•Expires:
September 18, 2019
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Lawrence N. Tanenbuam, MD, FACR, John F. Feller, MD
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Open MRI Systems have evolved enormously since their inception in the 1980’s and today true high-field systems offer an excellent, patient centric alternative to closed, cylindrical bore systems for imaging of basic and advanced applications throughout the body.
In this final installment of this 2-Part series, which is being chaired and moderated by Dr. Lawrence N. Tanenbaum, we will hear from Dr. John Feller who will address the advantages of high-field open MRI systems for MSK imaging. Specifically, he will cover patient comfort, image quality, isocentric imaging, metal artifact reduction scanning (MARS), solenoid coil technology, fat suppression, operational efficiency, and marketability.
Following the presentation, Dr. Tanenbaum will moderate a live Q&A where questions from the audience will be addressed.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this program, participants will be able to:
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Describe how market forces including patient centric imaging are impacting today’s radiology departments.
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Describe how modern Open MRI Systems align with value-based care and are changing the way that imaging facilities do business.
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Understand the technical specifications of High-Field Open MRI Systems.
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Understand the concept of isotropic imaging and new fat suppression technologies.
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Describe the increased image quality and range of applications in MSK imaging.
Supported through an unrestricted educational grant from Hitachi Healthcare Americas
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Use of High-Field Open MRI In A Clinical Setting for Neuro Imaging: Part 1 of a 2 Part Series
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Released:
September 12, 2017
•Expires:
September 11, 2019
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CE credits:
1.0
• Cost:
$0.00
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Faculty:
Lawrence N. Tanenbuam, MD, FACR
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Open MRI Systems have evolved enormously since their inception in the 1980’s and today, true high-field systems offer an excellent, patient centric alternative to closed, cylindrical bore systems for imaging of basic and advanced applications throughout the body.
In this first webcast of a 2-Part Series, Dr. Lawrence N. Tanenbaum discusses the advantages of High Field Open MRI in Neuro imaging.
Following the presentation questions from the audience were addressed in a moderated Q&A session.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this program, participants will be able to:
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Describe how market forces including patient centric imaging are impacting today’s radiology departments.
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Describe how modern Open MRI Systems align with value-based care and are changing the way that imaging facilities do business.
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Understand the technical specifications of High-Field Open MRI Systems.
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Understand the concept of isotropic imaging and new fat suppression technologies.
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Describe the increased image quality and range of applications in Neuro imaging.
Supported through an unrestricted educational grant from Hitachi Healthcare Americas
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