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Claiming CME/CE Credits

To receive credits, participants must review the program materials in their entirety and complete the online post examination and evaluation. CME credits require a post examination score of 70% or higher. CE credits require a post examination score of 80% or higher

Initial Effective Date: February 16, 2023
Renewal Date: February 1, 2026
Expiration Date: January 31, 2027
Format: Self Instructional - Audio Visual with Slides
Educational Credits:
1.5 AMA/PRA Category 1 CME Credit™
Estimated Completion Time: 1 hour and 30 minutes

Commercial Support

Program support provided by Bracco Diagnostics, Inc.

Target Audience & Cost

This CME/CE version of the program is intended for: Radiologists and Other Physicians, MRI Technologists/Radiographers, Imaging Nurses and Other Nursing Personnel, MRI Physicists, MRI Researchers, MRI Supervisors/Managers, Medical Imaging Specialists, MRI and Other Vendors, Educators/Instructors, Front Office Staff Members, Other Personnel.

Single user license: $30.00.

Program Summary

This accredited program provides a comprehensive overview of MRI safety considerations for passive / active implants, and devices.

When considering patient safety during MR imaging, it is critical to assess the patient’s history and have a clear understanding of any passive and or active implants and/or devices. The ACR Manual on MR Safety states that the Radiologist is responsible for the safety of the patient undergoing the MRI Exam. They are also responsible for implementing MR Safety policies and procedures and ensuring that the facilities’ personnel adhere to them at all time. Regarding implants and devices, regular reviews and updates to the MRI safety policy should be completed.

With more than 35 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 this important MRI Safety information designed for practicing Radiologists, Residents and MRI Imaging professionals.

Educational Objectives

At the completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

• Name and describe the current labeling terminology for implants & devices.
• Safely image patients with passive and active, MR Conditional implants and devices.
• Establish a comprehensive MRI Safety protocol for imaging implants & devices.

No special educational preparation is required for this CME/CE activity!

Presenter

Frank G. Shellock, Ph.D. is a physiologist with more than 35 years of experience conducting clinical and laboratory investigations in the field of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). He is an Adjunct Clinical Professor of Radiology and Medicine at the Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, and the Director of MRI Studies at the Biomimetic Microelectronic Systems, National Science Foundation (NSF) - Engineering Research Center, University of Southern California.

Dr. Shellock is the creator of the internationally popular website,www.mrisafety.com, the author of two best selling medical textbooks (Reference Manual for Magnetic Resonance Safety, Implants, and Devices and MRI Bioeffects, Safety, and Patient Management), and by being involved as a researcher in virtually ever aspect of MRI safety, Dr. Shellock is uniquely qualified to present this educational program.

Disclosures

Planner
Erin Simon Schwartz, MD, FACR, discloses no financial relationships with any ineligible companies.

Presenter
Frank G. Shellock, PhD, FACR, FACC, FISMRM discloses a relationship with the following ineligible company: Fujifilm

Mitigation
Relationships with any ineligible companies were mitigated by a content review by Dr. Jason Cox, who has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

No individual(s) at the Institute for Advanced Medical Education or Anderson Publishing who had control over the planning or content of this activity has relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Accreditation

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of IAME and Anderson Publishing. IAME is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. IAME designates this internet activity for a maximum of one and a half (1.5) AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.

For information on applicability and acceptance of continuing education credit for this activity, please consult your professional licensing board or other credentialing organization.

Method of Participation/Criteria for Success

CME Credits
To receive CME credits for participating in this CME activity you must successfully complete the online post examination with a passing score of 70% or higher.

Online examinations return an immediate grade report. Upon receiving a passing score click Continue and complete the evaluation form. To view and print your Statement of Credit click the Print/View Certificate button displayed from within your MyAR Archives page.

Disclaimer

Participants have an implied responsibility to use the newly acquired information to enhance patient outcomes and their own professional development. The information presented in this activity is not meant to serve as a guideline for patient management. Any procedures, medications, or other courses of diagnosis or treatment discussed or suggested in this activity should not be used by clinicians without evaluation of their patient’s conditions and possible contraindications on dangers in use, review of any applicable manufacturer’s product information, and comparison with recommendations of other authorities.