Contrast Optimization in Low Radiation Dose Neuro CT Imaging (CE)

Program Summary

Imaging professionals are continuously challenged to image at lower radiation doses, while maintaining a level of image quality that is acceptable for diagnosis.

In this first installment of a 3-Part CE Accredited Expert Forum Webcast Series, Dr. Lawrence Tanenbaum will discuss his strategies and protocols for imaging at lower radiation doses, while maintaining high diagnostic image quality in Neuro CT Imaging. Following his talk, Dr. Tanenbaum takes questions from the online audience.

Effective Date: July 15, 2016
Expiration Date: July 31, 2018
Estimated Completion Time:1 hour

This program was originally broadcast live as part of a webinar sponsored by Applied Radiology and supported through an unrestricted educational grant from Bracco Diagnostics, Inc.

Faculty

Lawrence N. Tanenbaum, MD, FACR Lawrence N. Tanenbaum, MD, FACR
Vice President & Medical Director Eastern Region
Director of MRI, CT and Advanced Imaging
RadNet, Inc

Learning Objectives

After completing this course the participant should be able to:

  • Describe the challenges of maintaining acceptable image quality at lower radiation dose.
  • Understand the role contrast media plays in improving image quality in neuro CT imaging.

Target Audience

  • Radiologic Technologists
  • Radiology Administrators
  • Other Imaging Professionals

Disclosures

Dr. Tanenbaum discloses that he is a member of the speakers bureau for Guerbet, Bayer and GE.

Accreditation

Radiologic Technologists:
This course meets all criteria and has been approved by the AHRA, The Association for Medical Imaging Management for one (1) ARRT Category A CE Credit.

Radiology Administrators:
This course meets all CRA renewal credit criteria and has been approved for one (1) continuing education credit in the following CRA domains: Operations Management and Asset Management

Claiming CE Credit

To receive CME credits for participating in this CE activity you must successfully complete the online post examination. Online examinations return an immediate grade report. Upon receiving a passing grade of 70% or higher click continue and complete the evaluation form. To view and print your Statement of Credit click the Print/View Certificate link displayed from within your MyCE Archives page.

Program Viewing Instructions

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System Hardware/Software and Internet Connection Requirements

The following information is provided for your reference in conjunction with review of this program.

Operating Systems: Windows 2000 or higher, MAC OSX 10.3 or higher, Mac iOS 5.0 or higher (ipad, iphone compatible), Android 4.3 or higher.

General System and Internet Requirements: Speakers or Headphones, High Speed Internet connection, Wireless 3G and 4G.
Web browsers: Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari and Chrome.

Viewing Instructions

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