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Events for 2009
July 9
- July 11, 2009
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Emergency Medicine Ultrasound |
| Location: | Houston, Texas |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | Advanced Health Education Center |
| Max. Fee: | $1152 |
| Website: | http://www.AHEConline.com |
| Phone: | 713-772-057 800-239-1361 |
Description:
The “Golden Hour” is one of the pillars of emergency medicine. Every minute lost can be a life lost. When you need ultrasound and there is no time to waste, it is not the time to “learn on the job”. Be better able to visualize ultrasound images by boosting your understanding of imaging perspectives and recognition of anatomical orientation. Having the skills to perform abdominal trauma exams, the FAST procedure, first trimester pregnancy, and cardiac ultrasound scans may make the difference! Participants in this course will benefit from “hands on scan labs” where the ultrasound faculty will teach you the essential skill and technique to acquire an ultrasound image to make a quick and accurate diagnosis.Advanced Health Education Center, Ltd. has taught this course for physicians and technologists in the U.S., China, and South America for a number of years. The course is being expanded with an optional special procedure day for emergency physicians who will be performing ultrasound-guided procedures.
July 11
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Conventional and Digital Breast Imaging: Past, Current and Future |
| Location: | Hilton Garden Inn Romulus, Detroit/Romulus, MI |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A Credit |
| Max. Fee: | $161 - $199 |
| Credits: | 8 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/seminars/mam_OP.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
This seminar is a comprehensive review of issues important to executing a quality mammographic exam, and provides valuable information on digital mammography and other emerging breast imaging technologies. This seminar will help you learn about advanced imaging techniques, handling the difficult patient QA of digital units, MQSA certification issues and to prepare for the ARRT advanced level certification.
July 11
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Excellence in Bone Densitometry |
| Location: | Embassy Suites Burlingame, Burlingame, CA |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A |
| Max. Fee: | $185 - $239 |
| Credits: | 8 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/seminars/bd_review_DiMuzio.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
Osteoporosis is a major health problem that affects more than 28 million people in the U.S. Ongoing research advances have created optimism and treatment options for those who have been diagnosed with the disease. The importance of early diagnosis is critical because of the preventive nature of osteoporosis, therefore accurate and precise measurements by DXA (Duel-energy X-ray Absorptiometry) technologists are essential.This seminar will provide attendees with the most recent information on bone densitometry treatment and prevention. You will also obtain a solid foundation in clinical bone densitometry as well as the tools necessary to enhance the quality of your bone densitometry procedures and services. In addition, the mock registry examination and review will also be a valuable guide for those preparing for the ARRT or ISCD Bone Densitometry Certification Examinations.
This program provides 8 hours of Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists recognized by the ARRT and various licensure states. A certificate of attendance will be provided for each individual upon completion of the seminar. All attendees must attend the entire seminar to receive full credit.
July 11
- July 12, 2009
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Cross Sectional Anatomy for CT and MRI |
| Location: | Embassy Suites Burlingame, San Francisco/Burlingame, CA |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A Credit or MDCB Credit |
| Max. Fee: | $161 - $379 |
| Credits: | 8 or 16 hrs Category A/6 or 12 hrs MDCB credits |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/seminars/cross_sect.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
Radiology has been developing dramatically during the past few years. With enhancements in MR) and CT, the role of the radiologic technologist has also been changing. Skills in cross-sectional anatomy are important to help the technologist in MRI and CT to identify the anatomy being imaged and to communicate effectively with the radiologist and physicians. This seminar is offered in your area to provide you with the opportunity to expand your knowledge of body cross-sectional anatomy and its appearance in CT and MR images.
July 11
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CT: Principles, Instrumentation and Image Quality |
| Location: | Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, Cincinnati, OH |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A Credit |
| Max. Fee: | $161 - $199 |
| Credits: | 8 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/seminars/CT_Patel.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
This seminar will benefit those interested in the physics principles and applications of CT along with radiation safety and dose reduction strategies. Image processing, display techniques, and QC procedures will also be discussed at length.
July 13
- July 17, 2009
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Abdominal Ultrasound |
| Location: | Houston, Texas |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | Advanced Health Education Center |
| Max. Fee: | $1995 |
| Credits: | 40 hours AMA PRA Category 1, 30 hours CE credit |
| Website: | http://www.AHEConline.com |
| Phone: | 713-772-0167 |
Description:
This five-day program is directed toward general abdominal procedures, including the superficial organs. An integrated approach of lecture, demonstrations, hands-on scanning experience with models, and correlation of ultrasound appearance of normal versus abnormal tissues is used. The basics of instrumentation and the physics of ultrasound, relating to maximizing the image, are reinforced in the laboratory. The class is from 8 AM to 5 PM, with a lunch hour. A variety of ultrasound equipment is available in the scan lab. A complete two-week program can be accomplished with this course, followed by the five-day OB/GYN Ultrasound course.
July 13
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Digital Mammography: New Game, New Rules |
| Location: | TBA |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | Advanced Health Education Center |
| Max. Fee: | $159.00 |
| Credits: | 8 |
| Website: | http://aheconline.com |
| Phone: | 713-772-01577 |
| Fax: | 713-772-0155 |
Description:
New Game – New Rules! Join us to learn not only how to play the game but excel at it! Film screen mammography has been the standard, but digital is here for many of us.Full field digital mammography (FFDM) and computed radiography mammograms (CRM) are replacing film screen mammograms at a number of facilities. This technology is versatile and has the ability to gather more information than ever before. Post processing techniques, tomosynthesis, contrast subtraction, CAD and many more are tools are available to help detect breast cancers. Join us to see the use of digital imaging in mammography to understand digital imaging and its use in mammography.
July 14
- July 16, 2009
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WEBINAR: MR Pathology for the Technologist |
| Location: | TBA |
| Setting: | Online |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A Credit |
| Max. Fee: | $53 - $59 |
| Credits: | 4 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/webinar/w_MRI_path3.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
The ability to recognize the presence of pathology is a valuable skill for the MR Technologist. While it is not within the scope of practice of technologists to read images, recognizing pathology allows the technologist to alert the radiologist while the patient is still in the MR suite. Protocols can then be modified during the study rather than recalling the patient for additional imaging. As a result, throughput and patient satisfaction are enhanced by tailoring studies to the needs of the patient. A recognition and understanding of pathology also provides the technologist with a better understanding of the objective of the study, a tool to optimize image quality to properly identify pathology and an enhanced sense of contributing to the delivery of better healthcare to the patient. This insight will motivate efforts to improve the quality of the study. A printable download will be e-mailed to each registrant prior to the first session of the webinar. This will allow you to follow along with the presentation and make notes as you feel necessary. This webinar will be presented in two 2-hour sessions.
July 15
- July 19, 2009
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Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography 4th Annual Scientific Meeting |
| Location: | Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort, Orlando, Fla |
| Setting: | Conference/Expo |
| Sponsor: | Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography |
| Max. Fee: | Meeting & Board Review Course combined: $600-$1,300 |
| Credits: | 20.5 AMA PRA Category 1 credits |
| Website: | http://www.scct.org/annualmeeting/2009/index.cfm |
| Phone: | (504)988-5466 |
Description:
SCCT received nearly 200 scientific abstracts for the 4th Annual Scientific Meeting. This unprecedented amount exceeds the number submitted in previous years, and will comprise the largest single-meeting collection of cardiovascular CT original scientific abstracts.The program will make certain that the basics of clinical applications, advanced topics for experienced users, and the most recent and pertinent scientific developments will be extensively covered during the meeting. The program will offer a coherent, informative, and complete overview of the current status of clinical applications, with intensive coverage of coronary CT angiography, but also detailed information on other areas of application. The faculty has been carefully selected and includes the internationally renowned experts in cardiovascular CT.
July 16
- July 18, 2009
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Louisiana Society of Radiologic Technologists 52nd Annual Meeting |
| Location: | Hilton Lafayette, Lafayette, LA |
| Setting: | Conference/Expo |
| Sponsor: | L.S.R.T |
| Max. Fee: | $175 for full regsitration for active LSRT member; $275 for full registration for non member technologists |
| Website: | http://www.lsrt.net |
Description:
The LSRT will be "roaring" into Acadiana for the 52nd Annual Meeting. The local committee has put together a great program. Please plan to join in the activities, educational opportunities and fun.Registration
Take advantage of discounted registration fees by registering early. Your banquet ticket is included in the full registration fees. For those planning to attend on Friday only, don’t forget to purchase a banquet ticket so you can join the fun at the banquet and dance.
Continuing Education
The LSRT will track continuing education credits of its members. The credits earned at all LSRT sponsored meeting are tracked by the Continuing Education Coordinator. All lectures on the program have been submitted to the ASRT for approval. There 15 hours of continuing education available at this meeting.
July 17
- July 19, 2009
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2009 Annual Meeting of the FRS & FRBMA |
| Location: | The Breakers, Palm Beach, Florida |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Sponsor: | Educational Symposia |
| Credits: | 11.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits |
| Website: | http://www.flrad.org/meetings.asp |
| Phone: | 813-806-1070 |
| Fax: | 813-806-1071 |
Description:
This CME activity is structured as a practical teaching course for diagnostic imaging physicians, radiation therapy physicians, and their business managers. It should benefit radiologists, oncologists, and nuclear medicine physicians, as well as other physicians who supervise and interpret these studies.Attendees should, at the completion of this course, be able to: Develop strategies for dealing with challenges to the practice of radiology; Describe the challenges facing radiology over the upcoming 5 - 10 years; Prepare their practices for the changing radiology environment in the near future; Implement newer imaging protocols and techniques into their practices; No special educational preparation is required for this CME activity.
More information: http://www.flrad.org/meetings.asp
July 18
- July 19, 2009
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MRI Registry Review |
| Location: | St. Louis, MO |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | Advanced Health Education Center |
| Max. Fee: | $429.00 |
| Credits: | 16 |
| Website: | http://aheconline.com |
| Phone: | 713-772-0157 |
Description:
You can prepare for the advanced level MRI examination through this specially designed workshop. A comprehensive review will be accomplished during this 16-hour course. You will learn the technical contents, as well as ARRT examination information to prepare for the exam. Students have used this class to successfully complete the exam. Previous students who have taken the exam have told us the course is well designed to accomplish this goal. A study guide is included for reference. You won’t want to miss this opportunity! Each presentation has only one faculty presenter.
July 18
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Bone Densitometry: A Registry Review |
| Location: | Holiday Inn Select, Boston/Woburn, MA |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A Credit |
| Max. Fee: | $161 - $199 |
| Credits: | 8 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/seminars/BD_reg_review.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
This seminar will help the student obtain a sound foundation of knowledge in densitometry imaging and give them a better understanding of the appropriate use and interpretation of this technology. It will also prove to be valuable instruction for those preparing for the ARRT or ISCD Bone Densitometry Certification Examinations.
July 18
- July 19, 2009
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MRI Registry Review |
| Location: | Phoenix, AZ |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | Advanced Health Education Center |
| Max. Fee: | $429.00 |
| Credits: | 16 |
| Website: | http://aheconline.com |
| Phone: | 713-772-0157 |
Description:
You can prepare for the advanced level MRI examination through this specially designed workshop. A comprehensive review will be accomplished during this 16-hour course. You will learn the technical contents, as well as ARRT examination information to prepare for the exam. Students have used this class to successfully complete the exam. Previous students who have taken the exam have told us the course is well designed to accomplish this goal. A study guide is included for reference. You won’t want to miss this opportunity! Each presentation has only one faculty presenter.
July 18
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Mastering Digital Radiography |
| Location: | Sheraton Phoenix Airport Hotel, Tempe, AZ |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A |
| Max. Fee: | $179 - $199 |
| Credits: | 8 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/seminars/Dig_RAD.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
Most digital radiography seminars discuss how the equipment works and the physics behind it. This seminar is designed to give technologists practical knowledge to help them use their CR and DR equipment. With over 250 images and 9 videos, the presentation will feel like a "hands-on" workshop.This seminar will confront the universal problems and concerns with digital radiography. You will learn why you should be using 15-20 kVp higher and one third the mAs required for film/screen. Little training exists to provide an understanding of the use of a histogram, magnification modes and the Dose Exposure Index (DEI) number. All will be discussed throughout the seminar. Using film/screen, radiographers once worried about a film being too dark or light, now they need to be concerned about acceptable quantum mottle and over radiating patients. This will lead to a better understanding of how to utilized this new technology to improve the art of radiography and science.
This program provides 8 hours of Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists recognized by the ARRT and various licensure states. A certificate of attendance will be provided for each individual upon completion of the seminar. All attendees must attend the entire seminar to receive full credit.
July 18
- July 19, 2009
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CT Registry Review |
| Location: | Hartford (Enfield), CT |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | Advanced Health Education Center |
| Max. Fee: | $429.00 |
| Credits: | 16 |
| Website: | http://aheconline.com |
| Phone: | 713-772-0157 |
Description:
You can prepare for the advanced level CT examination through this specially designed workshop. A comprehensive review is accomplished in this 16-hour course. You will learn the technical contents as well as ARRT examination information to prepare for the registry. Study guides are included with the course. Students have used this class to successfully complete the exam. Follow-up from students taking the exam has told us the course is well designed to accomplish this goal. Don’t miss this opportunity to get ready for the CT exam. Each presentation has only one faculty presenter.
July 21
- July 23, 2009
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WEBINAR: Bone Densitometry: The Diagnostic Gold Standard |
| Location: | TBA |
| Setting: | Online |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category 1 Credit/Category A Credit |
| Max. Fee: | $53 - $59 |
| Credits: | 4 hours Category 1 credit/4 hours Category A credi |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/webinar/w_BD2.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
This Webinar will help you obtain a foundation in clinical bone densitometry as well as provide an in depth understanding of the appropriate use and interpretation of Dual X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) scans. In addition, it will also be a valuable guide for those preparing for the ARRT or ISCD Bone Densitometry Certification Examinations. This Webinar will be presented in two 2-hour sessions. The Medical Technology Management Institute (MTMI) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education for physicians.
July 23
- July 27, 2009
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40-Hour Comprehensive Mammography Training Course |
| Location: | Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Perimeter, Atlanta, GA |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A |
| Max. Fee: | $725 - $1,025 |
| Credits: | 40 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://https://www.mtmi.net/courses/reg_mamm.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
The MTMI Mammography Course for Technologists continues its reputation as the premier training course for mammography technologists and includes 8 hours introduction to digital mammography as required by MQSA for operations of digital mammography devices.This comprehensive course uses lecture sessions, radiographs and hands-on training sessions with live models to enhance your skills and understanding of the mammography process. Quality control, technologist responsibilities for quality assurance, positioning with breast implants as required by MQSA, and film critique are also covered.
July 23
- July 27, 2009
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40-Hour Comprehensive Mammography Training Course |
| Location: | Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Perimeter, Atlanta, GA |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A Credit |
| Max. Fee: | $700 - $1,025 |
| Credits: | 8 hours to 40 Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/courses/reg_mamm.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
This comprehensive course uses lecture sessions, radiographs, and hands-on training sessions with live models to enhance your skills and understanding of the mammography process. Quality control, technologist responsibilities for quality assurance, positioning with breast implants as required by MQSA, and film critique are also covered.These sessions are designed to meet FDA regulatory requirements and for registry exam preparation. The Mammography Quality Standard Act (MQSA) mandates that technologists complete 40 hours of documented training specific to mammography. In addition, 25 mammography exams (not included in this course) must be performed under the direct supervision of a qualified mammographer and can be counted toward the 40-hour training requirement.
July 25
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A Review of CT Imaging |
| Location: | Marriott Philadelphia Airport, Philadelphia, PA |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A |
| Max. Fee: | $179 - $249 |
| Credits: | 8 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/seminars/CT_review.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
Computed Tomography has undergone a tremendous development since the Noble Prize winning works of Sir G. Hounsfield. CT has developed into an essential component of state-of-the art imaging. For these reasons, understanding the physical principals of Computed Tomography is essential for those working in the field as well as those thinking about entering it.
The principles of CT data acquisition, image reconstruction, and image display will be discussed. A comprehensive review of CT image quality as well as the factors that affect image quality will be discussed.
This seminar will provide a foundation that will be useful for expanding your knowledge in this modality and will help you prepare for the CT examination.
This program provides 8 hours of Category A continuing education credit recognized by the ARRT for radiologic technologists, and credit from various licensure states. A certificate of attendance will be provided for each individual upon completion of the seminar. All attendees must attend the entire seminar to receive full credit.
July 25
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A Review of CT Imaging |
| Location: | Marriott Philadelphia Airport, Philadelphia, PA |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A Credit |
| Max. Fee: | $161 - $199 |
| Credits: | 8 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/seminars/CT_review.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
The principles of CT data acquisition, image reconstruction, and image display will be discussed. A comprehensive review of CT image quality as well as the factors that affect image quality will be discussed. This seminar will provide a foundation that will be useful for expanding your knowledge in this modality and will help you prepare for the CT examination.
July 26
- August 2, 2009
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Educating Health Care Professionals at Sea |
| Location: | Carnival Cruise Lines' Carnival Conquest, Galveston/Houston, Texas |
| Company: | Loma Linda University |
| Topic: | How Healthy Are You ... Really? |
| Max. Fee: | $150 plus cruise costs |
| Credits: | 6 CEU credits |
| Website: | http://www.llu.edu/llu/sahp/cruise/2009.html |
| Phone: | (909) 558-3500 |
| Fax: | (909) 558-3541 |
Description:
We're sailing on the Carnival Conquest with Carnival Cruise Lines, leaving from the Galveston/Houston, TX area, then stopping at Ports-of-Call in Montego Bay, Jamaica; Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, and Cozumel, Mexico. Many people who serve others in the health care profession are suffering from poor health themselves. This 6-hour CEU workshop is based on the principles of health supported by the Adventist Health Study and other research findings. It is designed to provide health care professionals with eight basic principles for health improvement, health maintenance, and prevention of lifestyle related diseases.
July 27
- August 3, 2009
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Echocardiography/Cardiac Doppler |
| Location: | Houston, Texas |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | Advanced Health Education Center |
| Website: | http://www.AHEConline.com |
| Phone: | 713-772-0157 800-239-1361 |
Description:
You will learn basic echocardiography, including investigation of the heart, with 2-D, M-Mode, and Cardiac Doppler. This course is eight days and begins with the anatomy and physiology of the cardiac cycle. The physics and instrumentation of the exam, including measurement techniques, will form the basics for a quality study. You will learn the fundamental pathophysiology, the primary and secondary echocardiographic findings, and the technical aspects of the procedure. It is an intensive study that will demand the maximum effort. Good hand-to-eye coordination is a plus factor. Half of the course is instructor-directed hands-on scanning with models.
July 31
- August 1, 2009
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10th Annual Santa Fe Bone Symposium |
| Location: | Santa Fe, NM |
| Sponsor: | Osteoporosis Foundation of New Mexico |
| Website: | http://nmbonecare.com/foundation |
| Phone: | 860-586-7563, Ext. 583 |
| Fax: | 860-586-7550 |
August 1
- August 2, 2009
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Cross-Sectional Anatomy for CT and MRI |
| Location: | Crowne Plaza Baltimore, Baltimore/Timonium, MD |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A Credit or MDCB Credit |
| Max. Fee: | $161 - $379 |
| Credits: | 8 or 16 hrs Category A/6 or 12 hrs MDCB credits |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/seminars/cross_sect.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
Radiology has been developing dramatically during the past few years. With enhancements in MR) and CT, the role of the radiologic technologist has also been changing. Skills in cross-sectional anatomy are important to help the technologist in MRI and CT to identify the anatomy being imaged and to communicate effectively with the radiologist and physicians. This seminar is offered in your area to provide you with the opportunity to expand your knowledge of body cross-sectional anatomy and its appearance in CT and MRI images.
August 3
- August 14, 2009
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MRI Training Course for Technologists |
| Location: | MTMI Education Center, Milwaukee/Waukesha, WI |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A Credit |
| Max. Fee: | $975 - $1,895 |
| Credits: | 36 hours to 72 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/courses/mr_course.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
You should attend this course if you are a radiologic technologist or if you have experience in the imaging sciences with basic or no previous MR experience and are interested in learning the principles necessary to operate a MR imager. This course would also prepare you for the ARRT MRI Registry exam. It may be appropriate to attend the 2nd week of the course alone if you have recent demonstrable experience and are seeking an intermediate level course. A working knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy is desirable for this course but is not required. Non-ARRT registered individuals interested in this course must meet certain prerequisites.
August 4
- August 13, 2009
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WEBINAR: Cross-Sectional Anatomy of the Body for CT and MRI |
| Location: | TBA |
| Setting: | Online |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A Credit or MDCB Credit |
| Max. Fee: | $107 - $125 |
| Credits: | 8 hrs Category A Credit/6 hrs MDCB Credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/webinar/w_anatomyBOD_ct_mri_2.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
This Webinar is offered to provide you with the opportunity to expand your knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and its appearance in CT and MR images. A printable download will be e-mailed to each registrant prior to each session of the webinar. This will allow you to follow along with the presentation and make notes as you feel necessary. This Webinar will be presented in four 2-hour sessions.If you have attended Cross Sectional Anatomy of the Body for CT & MRI as a live seminar you will not be able to recieve credit for this event.
August 6
- August 8, 2009
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3 Day CR/DR Training Course for Technologists |
| Location: | Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield, Brookfield, WI |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A |
| Max. Fee: | $575 - $625 |
| Credits: | 21 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/courses/cr-dr_course.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
In recent years computers have infiltrated the way radiology images
are acquired, processed, displayed and stored. CR and DR systems are rapidly replacing conventional film-based radiography systems and technologists need to fully understand the way these systems operate. Issues such “dose-creep”, multiple-fields exposure, grid utilization and artifact remediation need to be understood.
The most common issues faced by the technologist in his/her daily interaction with digital radiography systems will be addressed. Errors and systems malfunctions and their impact on image quality or patient safety will be explained. This course will provide technologists with the image analysis tools they will need to make a correct assessment of digital images and how to best optimize their quality while keeping patient dose low. The course will also review Quality Assurance procedures for CR and DR systems.
This course provides 21 Hours Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists. A certificate of attendance will be provided for each individual upon completion of the course. All attendees must attend the entire course to receive full credit. Credit is awarded for radiologic technologists as ARRT Category A Credit approved by the ASRT, and credit from various licensure states.
August 8
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Understanding CT Technology |
| Location: | Adria Hotel & Conference Center, Bayside, NY |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A |
| Max. Fee: | $185 - $205 |
| Credits: | 8 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/seminars/understandingct2.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
The technology of computed tomography has made significant strides in the past few years, first with the development of spiral/helical scanning and more recently with multi-slice/multi-detector CT scanning capability. These technological developments have opened the doors to new and improved applications for CT scanning. An understanding of these advances will provide career growth opportunities for technologists working in CT. This seminar will provide an improved understanding of multi-slice/multi-detector CT as well as scan protocols, quality control procedures and ACR accreditation procedures and requirements. Advancements in clinical applications of this technology will also be reviewed.
August 8
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CT: Principles, Instrumentation and Image Quality |
| Location: | DoubleTree Hotel Pittsburgh Airport, Pittsburgh/Moon Township, PA |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A Credit |
| Max. Fee: | $161 - $199 |
| Credits: | 8 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/seminars/CT_Patel.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
This seminar will benefit those interested in the physics principles and applications of CT along with radiation safety and dose reduction strategies. Image processing, display techniques, and QC procedures will also be discussed at length.
August 10
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WEBINAR: Breast MRI for the Technologist |
| Location: | TBA |
| Setting: | Online |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A Credit |
| Max. Fee: | $26 - $35 |
| Credits: | 2 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/webinar/w_MRI_breast4.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
Breast MR has rapidly become a useful adjunct imaging technique in the detection of breast cancer. As a result of mainstream media coverage, consumer awareness and demand for breast MR services has increased. For the MR technologist, breast imaging poses unique challenges related to balancing temporal and spatial resolution. Use of dedicated equipment and sequence add-ons like parallel imaging and fat suppression are integral to the successful breast MR program. A printable download will be e-mailed to each registrant prior to the first session of the webinar. This will allow you to follow along with the presentation and make notes as you feel necessary. This webinar will be presented in one 2-hour session.
August 12
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WEBINAR: MR Angiography for the Technologist |
| Location: | TBA |
| Setting: | Online |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A Credit |
| Max. Fee: | $26 - $35 |
| Credits: | 2 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/webinar/w_MRI_angio4.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
MR Angiography (MRA) is a collective term that encompasses a variety of techniques to visualize vascular anatomy. Using non-contrast and contrast enhanced techniques, MRA has become a powerful tool in diagnosis of vascular pathology. A successful MRA program requires the MR Technologist to demonstrate competency in the proper selection and optimization of MRA sequences. A printable download will be e-mailed to each registrant prior to the first session of the webinar. This will allow you to follow along with the presentation and make notes as you feel necessary. This webinar will be presented in ONE 2-hour session.
August 13
- August 15, 2009
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OB/GYN (3-Day) |
| Location: | Houston, Texas |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | Advanced Health Education Center |
| Website: | http://www/AHEConline.com |
| Phone: | 713-772-0157 800-239-1361 |
Description:
This three-day course is directed toward the OB Ultrasound examination and sonographic evaluation of the non-gravid pelvis. Fetal measurements and the ultrasound appearance of fetal anomalies are included. AIUM guidelines are applied/followed for Quality Assurance purposes. Case studies are reviewed for common pathologies. Hands-on scanning reinforces the lecture.
August 15
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Mastering Digital Radiography |
| Location: | Denver, CO |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A |
| Max. Fee: | $179 - $199 |
| Credits: | 8 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/seminars/Dig_RAD.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
Most digital radiography seminars discuss how the equipment works and the physics behind it. This seminar is designed to give technologists practical knowledge to help them use their CR and DR equipment. With over 250 images and 9 videos, the presentation will feel like a "hands-on" workshop.This seminar will confront the universal problems and concerns with digital radiography. You will learn why you should be using 15-20 kVp higher and one third the mAs required for film/screen. Little training exists to provide an understanding of the use of a histogram, magnification modes and the Dose Exposure Index (DEI) number. All will be discussed throughout the seminar. Using film/screen, radiographers once worried about a film being too dark or light, now they need to be concerned about acceptable quantum mottle and over radiating patients. This will lead to a better understanding of how to utilized this new technology to improve the art of radiography and science.
This program provides 8 hours of Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists recognized by the ARRT and various licensure states. A certificate of attendance will be provided for each individual upon completion of the seminar. All attendees must attend the entire seminar to receive full credit.
Visit the Web site for updates on the location of this course.
August 15
- August 16, 2009
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CT Registry Review |
| Location: | Columbus, OH |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | Advanced Health Education Center |
| Max. Fee: | $429.00 |
| Credits: | 16 |
| Website: | http://aheconline.com |
| Phone: | 713-772-0157 |
Description:
You can prepare for the advanced level CT examination through this specially designed workshop. A comprehensive review is accomplished in this 16-hour course. You will learn the technical contents as well as ARRT examination information to prepare for the registry. Study guides are included with the course. Students have used this class to successfully complete the exam. Follow-up from students taking the exam has told us the course is well designed to accomplish this goal. Don’t miss this opportunity to get ready for the CT exam. Each presentation has only one faculty presenter.
August 15
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Improving Your Digital Radiography Skills |
| Location: | Desert Rose Resort, Las Vegas, NV |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A Credit |
| Max. Fee: | $166 - $219 |
| Credits: | 8 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/seminars/improve_DIG_skills.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
This seminar will address the following: the types of digital detectors employed for radiography and how each acquires an image, characteristics of digital acquisition systems, image accession, initial processing, and final processing; the relationship between radiographic exposure and image appearance; the appropriate processing steps and the errors that may occur; acquisition precautions; myths and fallacies about digital acquisition; appropriate selection of technical factors; evaluation of digital images compared to screen/film images; using cues to adjust technical factors and establish proper technique guides and limiting patient exposure/dose.
August 17
- August 26, 2009
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WEBINAR: MRI Registry Review |
| Location: | TBA |
| Setting: | Online |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A Credit |
| Max. Fee: | $107 - $119 |
| Credits: | 8 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://https://www.mtmi.net/webinar/w_MRI_reg2.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
The MRI Registry Review live webinar offers a unique opportunity to prepare for the ARRT MRI certification examination, from the comfort of your home. It will provide a greater understanding of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and help expand your knowledge in the development this modality. You will review key MRI principles, image formation processes and safety concerns. A printable download will be e-mailed to each registrant prior to the first session of the webinar. This will allow you to follow along with the presentation and make notes as you feel necessary. This webinar will be presented in four 2-hour sessions.
August 18
- August 27, 2009
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WEBINAR: Neuro Cross-Sectional Anatomy for CT and MRI |
| Location: | TBA |
| Setting: | Online |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A Credit |
| Max. Fee: | $107 - $125 |
| Credits: | 8 hrs Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/webinar/w_anatomy_ct_mri_2.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
This Webinar is offered to provide you with the opportunity to expand your knowledge of neuro cross-sectional anatomy and its appearance in CT and MR images. A printable download will be e-mailed to each registrant prior to each session of the Webinar. This will allow you to follow along with the presentation and make notes as you feel necessary. This Webinar will be presented in four 2-hour sessions.If you have attended Neuro Cross-Sectional Anatomy for CT & MRI as a live seminar you will not be able to recieve credit for this event.
August 18
- August 27, 2009
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WEBINAR: Neuro Cross Sectional Anatomy for CT and MRI |
| Location: | TBA |
| Setting: | Online |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A Credit or MDCB Credit |
| Max. Fee: | $107 - $125 |
| Credits: | 8 hrs Category A Credit/6 hrs MDCB Credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/webinar/w_anatomy_ct_mri_2.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
This Webinar is offered to provide you with the opportunity to expand your knowledge of neuro cross-sectional anatomy and its appearance in CT and MRI images. A printable download will be e-mailed to each registrant prior to each session of the Webinar. This will allow you to follow along with the presentation and make notes as you feel necessary. This Webinar will be presented in four 2-hour sessions.If you have attended Neuro Cross-Sectional Anatomy for CT & MRI as a live seminar you will not be able to recieve credit for this event.
August 21
- August 23, 2009
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2.5 Day Breast Ultrasound Training Course |
| Location: | Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield, Brookfield, WI |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A |
| Max. Fee: | $750 - $795 |
| Credits: | 15.25 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://www.mtmi.net/courses/BrUS.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
This course will provide increased knowledge of the technical and clinical aspects of breast ultrasound as well as practical hands-on training of ultrasound imaging of the breast. An overview of the basic principles and techniques utilized in breast ultrasound will be presented.This course is helpful for mammographers and sonographers who are directly involved in breast imaging. Participants should have an understanding of the basic concepts of mammography. If you are a mammographer looking for training in breast ultrasound or a sonographer wanting to review basic breast imaging skills, this course is for you.
This course is being held at the following location:
MTMI Education Center
20900 Swenson Drive, Suite 650
Waukesha, WI 53186
August 24
- August 28, 2009
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Medical Imaging Management Training |
| Location: | Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield, Brookfield, WI |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | MTMI |
| Category: | Category A |
| Max. Fee: | $1495 - $1595 |
| Credits: | 40 hours Category A credit |
| Website: | http://https://www.mtmi.net/courses/manage.php |
| Phone: | 800-765-6864 |
Description:
This course will benefit those interested in the wide breath of topics necessary to effectively manage an imaging modality or department in a hospital, clinic, imaging center or private office setting. While the course is primarily designed for management of medical imaging facilities, others working in similar medical fields will find the course of value as well.This course provides 40 Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists. A certificate of attendance will be provided for each individual upon completion of the course. All attendees must attend the entire course to receive full credit. Credit is awarded for radiologic technologists as ARRT Category A Credit approved by the ASRT and credit from various licensure states.
This course is being held at the following location:
MTMI Education Center
20900 Swenson Drive, Suite 650
Waukesha, WI 53186
August 24
- August 28, 2009
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Abdominal Ultrasound |
| Location: | Houston, Texas |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |
| Company: | Advanced Health Education Center |
| Max. Fee: | $1995 |
| Credits: | 40 hours AMA PRA Category 1 |
| Website: | http://www.AHEConline.com |
| Phone: | 713-772-0167 |
Description:
This five-day program is directed toward general abdominal procedures, including the superficial organs. An integrated approach of lecture, demonstrations, hands-on scanning experience with models, and correlation of ultrasound appearance of normal versus abnormal tissues is used. The basics of instrumentation and the physics of ultrasound, relating to maximizing the image, are reinforced in the laboratory. The class is from 8 AM to 5 PM, with a lunch hour. A variety of ultrasound equipment is available in the scan lab. A complete two-week program can be accomplished with this course, followed by the five-day OB/GYN Ultrasound course.
August 28
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Next Level in Stereotactic Breast Biopsy |
| Location: | David Ellenbogen Center for Health Sciences Education, Bedford, MA |
| Sponsor: | Hologic |
| Max. Fee: | $195.00 |
| Website: | http://www.gotrainingcenter.com |
| Phone: | 781-761-7074 |
Description:
One-day seminar with didactic and hands-on instruction for technologists performing stereotactic breast biopsy to include positioning, digital image formation and the intricacies of exposure, image quality and manipulation.
August 29
- August 30, 2009
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Weekend Registry Review Programs for CT or MR Imaging |
| Location: | Philadelphia, PA |
| Sponsor: | Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania |
| Phone: | 215-662-7825 |
August 29
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Excellence in Bone Densitometry |
| Location: | Hyatt Hotels & Resorts Lisle, Lisle, IL |
| Setting: | Live Seminar |