The program is divided into sections organized by subspecialty, and directed toward the following OBJECTIVES:

• Increase diagnostic capabilities in multiple radiology subscpecialties, including Body Imaging, Musculoskeletal Imaging, Neuroradiology, Cardiothoracic Imaging, and Emergency Radiology
• Utilize CT and MRI to assess injury and disese in the extremities, spine, and cranium
• Understand the role of ultrasound in current imaging paradigms, optimizing progotcols and scan interpretation
• Effectively utilize MDCT and MR imaging to evaluate the GI tract, including the liver, pancreas, spleen and bowel
• Plan the appropriate imaging of emergency department patients, and understand how to optimize image interpretation
• Understand interpretation of high resolution CT (HRCT) scans for a range of interstitial lung diseases
• Understand utilization of non-invasive options such as CT, MR and ultrasound for the evaluation of cardiovascular disease ranging from the coronary to the carotid arteries
• Appreciate the role of CT and MRI for a range of neurologic pathologies ranging from stroke to tumor imaging
• Enhance understanding of the use and limitations of PET/CT in current oncologic applications and its role with CT and MRI imaging
• Learn the current status of AI in imging- its role in practice today and its potential impact in the future

 

SECTION 1: ABDOMINAL IMAGING: GI TRACT

Four outstanding speakers cover the application of various imaging modalities to both common and more challenging abdominal gastrointestinal conditions.

SECTION 2: ABDOMINAL IMAGING: GU TRACT

Imaging of both male and female conditions of the genitourinary tract are explored in depth by a cadre of experts led by Dr. Elliot Fishman

SECTION 3: NEURORADIOLOGY

Dr. Eric Gaensler leads an august group of speakers as they demystify and clarify the inflammatory, neoplastic, and traumatic aspects of neuroradiology.

SECTION 4: EMERGENCY ISSUES

To address the ever-increasing clinical role of radiologists in modern day medicine, a brilliant bevy of speakers presents a spectrum of imaging topics related to common emergency problems.

SECTION 5: CARDIOVASCULAR IMAGING

Dr’s. Pellerito and White address a wide range of cardiovascular imaging subjects in a heartfelt and heartwarming fashion!

SECTION 6: MUSCULOSKELETAL IMAGING

A trio of experts explore and elucidate a number of critical issues surrounding the musculoskeletal system.

SECTION 7: THORACIC RADIOLOGY

A talented team of speakers pursue and resolve a cornucopia of imaging adventures (and misadventures) of the chest and its contents.

For the Breast Imaging Section:

The focus of this teaching set is to add a sizeable measure of support to that competence by addressing the following OBJECTIVES:

• Improve overall diagnostic accuracy in breast imaging
• Understand the new BI-RADS manual lexicon and changes for MRI, ultrasound and mammography
• Update knowledge regarding high-risk breast lesions and new consensus strategies regarding their management
• Receive update on contrast-enhanced mammography, including indications and clinical utility
• Appreciate the role of the radiologist in the overall care of the patient presenting with a breast problem
• Review the expanding role of screening breast ultrasound, and the recommended measures for setting up a screening ultrasound program
• Embrace the advances in new breast imaging techniques and technologies, especially within the realm of Breast MRI.

Section 1:  BREAST MRI

OVERVIEW:  This section covers the emerging and broad reaching applications of breast MRI in the breast cancer screening, diagnostic, and treatment arenas.  A talented cadre of the world’s most knowledgeable experts on breast MR provides a rich array of superb lectures covering the current indications for breast MR, integration of breast MR into the texture of other breast imaging modalities, and the new applications of breast MR in breast cancer detection and treatment.  The technical aspects of breast MR image optimization, interpretation, and biopsy are also addressed in detail.

 

Section 2:  THE BROADER TAPESTRY OF BREAST IMAGING

OVERVIEW:  This section provides a broad yet intimate overview of many of the important breast imaging issues of today, presented by an outstanding group of world class speakers.   The new BI-RADS lexicon and the ever-evolving roles of breast ultrasound and contrast-enhanced mammography are discussed, as well as new concepts in the management of atypia and asymmetry.  The information therein will serve as a useful guide to the novice and expert alike.