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Abdominal & Pelvic Imaging: CT/MR/US Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...13.75. These total credits are inclusive of 5.25 in CT, 4.5 in MR, 2.5 in US, and 1.25 in VC. Awarded by....University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine. Cost...........$895. Save 17% on this course through March 31, 2012.  Use Coupon Code MARCH17A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD or Video MP4. Target Audience...RAD. Educational material last updated....June 1, 2011. Financial Support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...May 31, 2014.

The UCSF Abdominal & Pelvic Imaging: CT/MR/US activity's main goal is to improve clinical practice and patient care by describing the use of state-of-the-art equipment for the assessment of high-yield diseases. The program provides an update of the latest technologies which include how to implement faster sequences, improve resolution, utilize contrast agents and apply new protocols. Abdominal & Pelvic Imaging: CT/MR/US covers the indications for each modality, current imaging protocols, and potential pitfalls for misinterpretation of image findings. The risks related to the use of radiation in diagnostic radiology and offering tips to reduce radiation dosage are also presented. After concluding Abdominal & Pelvic Imaging: CT/MR/US, you should be able to: • Identify indications for the use of the different imaging modalities (CT/MR/US) for various abdomino-pelvic organs and conditions; • Implement practical procedures and technical tips for optimal image quality; • Better differentiate between the anatomy/ pathology of both benign and malignant diseases • Recognize uncommon presentations of common diseases; • Anticipate potential pitfalls and limitations of the different imaging modalities; and  • Use protocols to decrease imaging time and minimize patient radiation exposure.

Abdominal & Thoracic CT/MR/US: Optimizing Practice Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...17. Awarded by....University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine. Cost...........$995. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD or Video MP4. Target Audience...RAD. Educational material last updated....2010. Financial Support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...June 30, 2012.

Abdominal & Thoracic CT/MR/US targets the community radiologist involved in body and cardiovascular imaging with a focus on developing an efficient workflow practice in the modern imaging environment. After completing Abdominal & Thoracic CT/MR/US, you should have increased knowledge of current imaging technology and procedure protocols applicable to body imaging including: • Current limitations and opportunities for radiology information technology • Management of contrast nephropathy • Basics of MRI safety • Optimizing the yield from US– and CT– guided biopsy • Optimal cross-sectional techniques for imaging liver disease • Practical imaging approach to the pancreas • Appropriate use of cross-sectional imaging in the female pelvis • Essential tips for virtual colonoscopy and cross-sectional imaging of the colon • Current concepts in cardio-thoracic imaging

Advances in Fetal and Neonatal Imaging Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...16.75. Awarded by....The Society for Pediatric Radiology and the American College of Radiology. Cost...........$850. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD or Video MP4. Target Audience...RAD, PED, OBGYN, US. Educational material last updated....May 1, 2011. Financial Support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...May 1, 2014.

After viewing Advances in Fetal and Neonatal Imaging, you should be better able to: • Describe current information on state-of-the-art fetal and neonatal imaging; • Explain new advances in research concerning the care and imaging of the fetus and neonate; and  • Discuss challenging issues in perinatal and neonatal medicine. The target audience for this program includes pediatric radiologists, general radiologists, perinatologists, obstetricians, neonatologists, pediatricians, genetic counselors, and sonographers who care for the mother, fetus and the neonate.

Advances In Vascular Imaging and Diagnosis 21st Annual Symposium Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...15.25; Fulfills vascular lab CME requirements. Awarded by....Cleveland Clinic. Cost...........$575. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...DVD-ROM. Target Audiences...RADIOLOGISTS, CARDIOLOGISTS, VASCULAR SURGEONS, TECHNOLOGISTS and SONOGRAPHERS seeking to meet their vascular lab CME requirements. Educational material updated...March 1, 2011. Financial Support...None. Expiration of CME credit...February 1, 2013.

Meetings By Mail presents Cleveland Clinic’s 21st Annual Symposium on Vascular Ultrasound. For over twenty years, this course has provided a comprehensive update on vascular imaging and diagnosis. The newest edition is now available, focusing on real time B-mode imaging, color and spectral Doppler and other non-invasive techniques. The course also addresses important issues in the area of Vascular Laboratory management, vascular ultrasound education, reimbursement and laboratory accreditation. With over 15 hours of presentation materials, it is designed to meet the Vascular Lab CME requirement for physicians and technologists. Immediate online accreditation is available following completion. After completing this course, you will be able to: • Describe recent developments in vascular ultrasound technology;  • Incorporate the Vascular Laboratory into the management of patients with vascular disease;  • Identify and compare noninvasive tests available to aid in the diagnosis of vascular disease;  • Identify current therapies and their roles for the effective management of peripheral arterial/venous disease, and carotid artery disease;  • Utilize duplex ultrasound prior to, during and after endovascular procedures; and  • Apply issues of Vascular Laboratory management, reimbursement and accreditation to your practice.

ALARA - CT (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...8.5. Awarded by....The Society for Pediatric Radiology and the American College of Radiology. Cost...........$850. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD or Video MP4. Target Audience...RAD, PED. Educational material last updated....August 1, 2011. Financial Support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...August 1, 2014.

ALARA - CT (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) is a forum for discussion and sharing of knowledge for reducing radiation dose to children undergoing diagnostic medical imaging procedures, especially CT scans. After viewing ALARA - CT (As Low As Reasonably Achievable), you should be better able to: • Describe the important changes, advances and educational efforts in CT dose reduction over the past decade; • Describe the fundamental concepts of CT physics, technologic advances in MDCT, as well as practical methods of CT dose reduction; • Discuss controversial dose-related issues in pediatric CT imaging practice; and • Propose ideas and establish initiatives for cooperative planning for future educational, accreditation and research initiatives in pediatric CT imaging.

Breast & Women's Imaging Seminar (Chicago International Breast Course) Last visited...5/2011. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...26.5. Awarded by....Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine Cost...........$895.  Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD or Video MP4. Target Audience...RAD. Educational material last updated...December 15, 2010. Financial support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...December 14, 2013.

The Breast & Women's Imaging Seminar (Chicago International Breast Course) is designed to provide radiologists and other breast and women’s imaging health care professionals with advances in the detection, diagnosis, management and treatment of breast cancer and benign breast abnormalities. The program focuses on the impact of new technological advances and interventional procedures. After completing the Breast & Women's Imaging Seminar (Chicago International Breast Course), you should be able to: • Correlate MRI, mammography, and ultrasound findings; • Assess benign and malignant breast lesions using the ACR BI-RADS® for mammography, US, and MRI; • Integrate breast MRI into you practice; • Recognize indications for and selection of appropriate percutaneous image-guided breast interventional procedures; • Utilize devices for MRI-guided and other image-guided procedures; • Explain the role of automated breast ultrasound; • Establish concordance of histopathology with imaging findings; • Describe the management of high-risk breast lesions and how imaging influences selection of surgical procedures; • Apply basic physics to the various breast imaging modalities; • Recognize radiation doses of common X-ray examinations including mammography, PET, nuclear medicine, and high-resolution CT scans; • Optimize new applications of digital mammography, CAD, US, MRI, sestamibi, and PET; • Describe efficient workflow for digital mammography; • Review connectivity issues involving PACS and other archiving systems; • Identify the role of CAD in breast imaging modalities - mammography, US and MRI; • Describe the role of imaging in the diagnosis and screening of ovarian cancer; • Recognize US and MR findings in benign and malignant pelvic abnormalities in women; and • Identify osteoporosis, its causes and treatments.

Breast Imaging and Digital Mammography (Sponsored Link) Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...23.5. Awarded by....UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. Cost...........$1095. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD or Video MP4. Target Audience...RAD. Educational material last updated...March 16, 2012. Expiration of CME credit...March 15, 2015.

Breast Imaging and Digital Mammography provides an overview and update on clinically relevant topics in diagnostic imaging of the breast. This activity provides a concentrated overview of the current status of, and recent clinical developments in full-field digital mammography for both breast imaging specialists and general radiologists. The application of digital mammographic techniques to breast cancer detection and diagnosis is emphasized. Breast Imaging and Digital Mammography is designed for the clinical radiologist who specializes in breast imaging or who practices general diagnostic radiology including breast imaging. It is designed to help radiologists build their digital mammography practices on a firm foundation of knowledge.

Breast MRI and Advanced Mammographic Techniques Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...20.5, including 11.25 in Breast MRI, 6.5 in Digital Mammography and 3.5 in Breast Ultrasound; Fulfills MQSA Requirements for CME Awarded by....University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. Cost...........$595. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available.  Format...DVD-ROM.  Target Audiences...RADIOLOGY, BREAST IMAGING. Educational material last updated...September 1, 2009. Financial Support...None. Expiration of CME credit...August 31, 2012.

Meetings By Mail presents Penn Radiology’s Breast Breast MRI and Advanced Mammographic Techniques, an expert faculty review of the latest in breast imaging. This DVD-ROM fulfills MQSA requirements for CME, with topics including Basic and Advanced MR, Approaches to Breast Cancer, Surveillance Recommendations, Future of Breast Ultrasound, Digital Mammography, Breast Tomosynthesis, and Molecular Imaging.  After completing Breast MRI and Advanced Mammographic Techniques, you should be able to: • Implement effective techniques to implement, perform and interpret breast MRI examinations; • Perform MRI- guided biopsies; • Review advances in tumor ablation;  • Correlate mammographic, MRI and ultrasound findings in breast imaging;  • Identify the role of CAD in multimodality breast imaging;  • Optimize new applications of digital mammography (tomosynthesis and CAD) and breast ultrasound (CAD and elastography);  • Describe surgical options in breast cancer (including sentinel node biopsy and reconstructive options);  • Discuss the role of neoadjuvant chemotherapy and imaging follow-up in breast cancer management; • Describe management of high-risk patients and high-risk breast lesions; and  • Review the economic issues facing breast imaging.

The Business of Radiology Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...16.5 Awarded by....The Oakstone Institute Cost...........$595 to 795. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD or Video MP4. Target Audience...RAD, General Interest. Educational material updated...2010. Financial Support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...March 24, 2013.

After completing The Business of Radiology, you should be able to: • Apply business principles that lead to a more efficient and profitable radiology practice; • Interpret guidelines for credentialing, certification, fraud avoidance, and malpractice prevention that ensure high physician quality performance; and  • Employ leadership skills, expense management, collection-accounts receivable guidelines, quality assurance tenets, and efficiency guidelines that will lead to more effective provision of patient care.

Cardiac Imaging Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...20 Awarded by....Medical University of South Carolina. Cost...........$895. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD or Video MP4. Target Audience...CARD, RAD. Educational material last updated....2010. Financial Support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...May 31, 2012.

Cardiac Imaging is a combination of didactic lectures, introducing the technical principles and clinical applications of cardiac imaging, and practical tutorials for image acquisition, image interpretation, 3D post-processing and dedicated cardiac applications. The activity also includes 50 mentored cardiac CT case interpretations towards ACR/ACC Level I/II credentialing and the opportunity of reviewing 25 video-taped cardiac CT scan acquisitions towards ACR/ACC Level II credentialing.

Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Imaging Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...11.75. These total credits are also inclusive of 9.5 in CT and 2.25 in MR. Awarded by....University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine (UCSF). Cost...........$850. Save 17% on this course through March 31, 2012.  Use Coupon Code MARCH17A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD or Video MP4. Target Audience...RAD. Educational material last updated....June 1, 2011. Financial Support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...May 31, 2014.

UCSF Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Imaging focuses on thoracic imaging and is designed as a broadly diversified review of cross sectional imaging of the chest including cardiac, vascular and pulmonary topics. The program is useful both as a review of cardiopulmonary imaging and as a guide for radiologists hoping to expand their practice to these new areas. It provides an update on a variety of established clinical applications, interspersed with cutting edge technologies such as coronary CT angiography.  After concluding Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Imaging, you should be able to: • Increase skills and competence in the assessment of MRI of the heart for pericardial, myocardial, ischemic and congenital diseases; • Perform and interpret coronary CT angiograms for a variety of different clinical indications; • Understand the role of cross sectional imaging in the evaluation of acute aortic syndromes and detection of post-operative complications of aortic surgeries; • Apply a practical approach to high resolution CT of the lungs to everyday cases; • Improve assessment of common patterns of diffuse lung disease and pulmonary infections; • Describe a reasonable, evidence-based approach to cross sectional imaging of the pulmonary nodule.

Clinical Competence in Cardiac CT Four Volume Library Last visited...5/2011. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...77. Awarded by....Medical University of South Carolina Cost...........$995 when purchased as a 4 volume set. Volumes are also available individually. (see below ↓ ) Format...DVD-ROM. Target Audience...RADIOLOGY, CARDIOLOGY and technologists.

The Clinical Competence in Cardiac CT Four Volume Library meets all of the ACCF/AHA Level 1 and 2 Credentialing case requirements attainable through enduring materials. Alternatively, the volumes in this library are applicable to the annual case maintenance requirement and ACR practice guidelines. Displaying 160 cases in all, this four volume set features a simulated workstation, thousands of fully navigable images, supplemental diagnostic materials, hours of in depth presentations and 25 expert mentored video demonstrations. Designed to maximize proficiency in minimum time, each program addresses a specific ACCF/AHA Credentialing requirement AND provides Category I Credits in AMA PRA™. Volumes are available individually and/or together at quantity and combination discounts.

Clinical Competence in Cardiac CT Volume One Credit hours...22; Meets the criteria for self-assessment (SAM) toward fulfilling requirements in the ABR Maintenance of Certification Program. Cases can also be used to meet the ACCF/AHA annual maintenance requirement.  Cost...........$350. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available. (See ↑) Educational material last updated...May 1, 2010 Expiration of CME credit...May 1, 2012

Clinical Competence in Cardiac CT Volume One provides a highly interactive CME review of fifty cases, including complete and navigable CT studies and rich supplemental material. This meets the guidelines for Level 1 ACCF/AHA Credentialing in Cardiac CT. Alternatively, these 50 cases meet the annual requirement to maintain certification, and are also applicable for SAM credit. In addition to the cases, comprehensive multimedia lectures establish and/or enhance foundational knowledge.  After completing this volume, you will be able to: • Describe the characteristics of 3-D imaging tools and image manipulation and management; • Correlate Cardiac CT findings with other cardiovascular imaging techniques such as: ECG, Nuclear Medicine and Angiography; • Show familiarity with the physics of Cardiac CT imaging, scan performance, post processing methods and safety issues; and • Demonstrate increased understanding of the pathophysiology of adult cardiovascular disease

Clinical Competence in Cardiac CT Volume Two Credit hours...25; allows you to fulfill your ACCF/AHA Level 2 case requirement for non-contrast studies. Also applicable towards annual maintenance requirement. Meets the criteria for self-assessment (SAM) toward fulfilling requirements in the ABR Maintenance of Certification Program. Cost...........$350. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available. (See ↑) Educational material last updated...May 1, 2009 Expiration of CME credit...May 1, 2012.

Clinical Competence in Cardiac CT Volume Two features 50 new cases, all including calcium scoring studies. This allows the learners to meet their ACCF/AHA Level 2 case requirements for non-contrast cases. Each case includes complete and navigable CT studies rich with supplemental material, including echocardiograms, nuclear studies, cardiac catheter movies, as well as lung and function reconstructions. The workstation simulator allows you to seamlessly interface with all case materials. Also applicable for SAM credit. Completion of this volume will allow you to: • Correlate Cardiac CT findings with other cardiovascular imaging techniques such as: ECG, Nuclear Medicine and Angiography; • Fulfill ACCF/AHA Level 1 and partially fulfill ACCF/AHA Level 2 Cardiac CT Credentialing requirement of 50 manipulated and interpreted Cardiac CT examinations; • Fulfill ACCF/AHA Level 2 Cardiac CT Credentialing requirement of 50 evaluated Cardiac CT non-contrast studies; and • Partially fulfill ACR Cardiac CT training requirement through interpretation of 50 Cardiac CT cases.

Clinical Competence in Cardiac CT Volume Three Credit hours...10; Fulfills the ACCF/AHA Level 2 Credentialing Requirement for Case Mentored Video Demonstrations. Cost...........$350. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available. (See ↑) Educational material last updated...May 1, 2010 Expiration of CME credit...May 1, 2012

Clinical Competence in Cardiac CT Volume Three features 25 Expert Mentored Case Videos, enabling the learner to meet the video mentored case guideline for ACCF/AHA Level 2 Credentialing in Cardiac CT. Each case includes in-depth patient histories, demonstrations of patient prep, detailed footage of the image acquisition and a comprehensive interpretation of the scans by Dr. U. Joseph Schoepf. Completion of this volume will allow you to: • Use Cardiac CT as a diagnostic tool in the care of your patients; • Master your understanding of a complete Cardiac CT case, spanning the acquisition of image data to the mentored interpretation of same;  • Partially fulfill the ACCF/AHA Level 2 Cardiac CT Credentialing requirement of 50 mentored Cardiac CT examinations; and • Fulfill the ACCF/AHA Level 2 Cardiac CT Credentialing quota of 25 video-mentored Cardiac CT examinations, including image acquisition and interpretation footage.

Clinical Competence in Cardiac CT Volume Four Credit hours...20. Also contains 35 Cardiac CT cases applicable towards annual maintenance requirement.  Cost...........$350. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available. (See ↑) Educational material last updated... April 15, 2011.  Date of Expiration... April 14. 2014.

The final volume in the CME series, Clinical Competence in Cardiac CT Volume Four, contains 35 advanced cases and completes the ACCF/AHA Level 2 Case Requirements attainable through enduring materials. Alternatively, these cases can be applied toward the annual maintenance requirement and/or ACR practice guidelines. Each case contains a full data set of images, fully navigable in the program’s simulated workstation. In addition, hours of advanced Cardiac CT lectures from Dr. U. Joseph Schoepf and Dr. Balazs Ruzsics are also included. Following this continuing medical education activity, you should be able to: 1) Increase your proficiency with the use of Cardiac CT as a diagnostic tool in the care of your patient population. 2) Better utilize Cardiac CT to manage patients with acute chest pain.  3) Enhance your understanding of Cardiac CT as a modality that can address structural and functional aspects of coronary artery disease. 4) Salvage imperfect Cardiac CT studies for diagnostic use.  5) Efficiently optimize use of contrast agent injections. 6) Apply 35 manipulated and interpreted Cardiac CT examinations to ACCF/AHA Credentialing or Maintenance requirements.  7) Partially fulfill ACR Cardiac CT training requirement through interpretation of 50 Cardiac CT cases.

Computed Body Tomography: The Cutting Edge Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...19.25. Awarded by....Johns Hopkins. Cost...........$995.  Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD or Video MP4. Target Audience...RAD. Educational material last updated...June 1, 2011 Financial support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...May 31, 2014.

Computed Body Tomography: The Cutting Edge focuses on 64-slice MDCT and newer systems including dualsource CT scanners. The course covers the latest concepts and principles of spiral/helical CT, thoracic CT, cardiac CT and CTA, the uses of CT in the GI tract, including the liver, spleen and kidneys, as well as virtual colonoscopy and imaging the oncologic patient. Viewing Computed Body Tomography: The Cutting Edge, will help you to: • Summarize the latest concepts in chest and cardiac CT, including coronary artery imaging; • Analyze the newest applications of 64-slice multidetector/multislice CT; • Identify the role of CT in GI pathology, including virtual colonoscopy; • Recognize the latest concepts in liver and renal imaging; • Expand your knowledge of the current role of MDCT/CTA in the evaluation of pancreatic and renal tumors; and • Expand your knowledge of the current role of CT angiography and how to optimize its performance.

CT/MRI of the Abdomen and Pelvis Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours... 12.0. Awarded by.... University of California San Francisco, Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. Cost.......... $850. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD and MP4 DVD. Target Audience...OB-GYN, RAD. Educational material...2009. Financial Support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...June 30, 2012.

CT/MRI of the Abdomen and Pelvis is an intensive review and update of clinical imaging of the abdomen and pelvis. It provides a thorough understanding of state-of-the-art imaging methods as they pertain to current clinical practice. Lecture topics include established techniques and technical advances in CT and MRI as they pertain to the gastrointestinal and genitourinary systems. Other lecture highlights include CT/MR cholangiography, imaging of bariatric surgery, and CT/MR applications to obstetric/gynecologic imaging. The faculty review core concepts as well as indicate future directions emerging in practice. Practical techniques are presented.

Diagnostic Imaging Review: For Residents, Fellows and Radiologists (UCSF) Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...42.5. Awarded by....UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging Cost for Credit...$1,495. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format....Video DVD or Video MP4 DVD. Target Audience...RADIOLOGY and other Imaging Specialists. Educational material last updated....2009. Financial support...None Stated. CME Credit Expires...June 30, 2012.

Diagnostic Imaging Review: For Residents, Fellows and Radiologists highlights the fundamentals of the ten major radiology subspecialties by presenting formal didactic lectures on organ systems and practical techniques, featuring multiple case sessions for each subspecialty, and incorporating recent technical and clinical advances pertinent to current practice. In addition to formal didactic lectures on practical techniques and organ systems, this program features multiple case sessions covering each of the diagnostic specialties. Main topics of the program include: • Nuclear Medicine • Ultrasound • Interventional and Cardiac • Breast Imaging • Pediatrics • Neurology • Musculoskeletal • Gastrointestinal • Genitourinary • Pulmonary • Thoracic.

Emergency Radiology Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours... 17.0. Awarded by.... University of Washington School of Medicine. Cost.......... $1095. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format... Video-DVD. Target Audience...ER, RAD. Educational material...November 1, 2011 Expiration of CME credit...October 31, 2014.

Emergency Radiology provides comprehensive presentations and interactive discussions covering the broad range of emergency imaging, including epidemiology and mechanisms of trauma, clinicians’ expectations of imaging and an integrated imaging approach to injuries of the head, neck, spine, torso, pelvis and appendicular skeleton. After completing Emergency Radiology, you should be able to: • Select the appropriate imaging studies for emergency patients, taking into account the information needed for accurate diagnosis and the radiation dose of different studies • Correctly manage critical emergency and trauma patients to ensure that the appropriate studies are performed in the correct order to minimize morbidity and mortality • Modify imaging protocols to ensure maximum diagnostic information is obtained with minimal radiation dose

Emergency Ultrasound Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...9.5. Awarded by....University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine Cost..........$795. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...DVD or MP4. Target Audience...Emergency Physicians, Critical Care Specialists, Family Practitioners, Surgeons, Physicians Assistants, Mid-level Providers, and Residents. Educational material last updated...July 1, 2011. Financial Support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...June 30, 2014.

Participants in Emergency Ultrasound will receive an introduction to emergency ultrasound. The faculty are experts in the field of emergency ultrasound with a wide range of experience and clinical practice. Didactic sessions focus on concise, useful information, images, and video.  After viewing Emergency Ultrasound, you should be able to: • List the standard views or “windows” for each of the six primary areas of emergency ultrasound - trauma, aorta, biliary, cardiac, pelvic, and procedural applications; • Accurately interpret point of care ultrasounds; and • Demonstrate an ability to acquire the standard views or “windows” for each of the six primary areas of emergency ultrasound.

Head To Toe Imaging (New York University) Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...CME credit expired 1/22/11. Awarded by....New York University Post-Graduate Medical School and the Department of Radiology. Cost for Credit....$657 (50% off because CME credit has expired). Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format....Video DVD. Target Audience...RADIOLOGY and other Imaging Specialists. Educational material last updated....2008. Financial support...None Stated.

Head To Toe Imaging is designed to examine the practical aspects of established CT, MRI, US, and PET techniques, as well as to introduce new techniques and applications for these modalities.  Learning Objectives: Given challenging clinical scenarios, such as pregnancy or emergency and trauma medicine, you will enhance your diagnostic acumen in evaluating the entire body using MR, MR Spectroscopy, CT, PET, US, and non-invasive angiography; You will improve your ability to detect and characterize disease and injury based on new and advanced imaging techniques; Given patients presenting with CNS neoplasia, degenerative joint disease, bone marrow disorders, focal and diffuse liver disease, interstitial lung disease, atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, and breast cancer, among other conditions, you will design optimized protocols utilizing state-of-the-art imaging technology, based on new imaging algorithms; and In assessing the rapid evolution of new imaging technology, you will be able to critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of these methodologies and apply optimal utilization of these techniques in clinical practice.

Imaging Advances: Abdominal, Thoracic, Skeletal Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...20.25. Awarded by....UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. Cost...........$995. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD or Video MP4. Target Audience...RAD. Educational material last updated....2010. Financial Support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...June 30, 2013.

Imaging Advances: Abdominal, Thoracic, Skeletal features a review of CT, MRI, Ultrasound, and Nuclear Medicine in evaluation of diseases of the breast, chest, joints, abdomen, and pelvis.  After viewing Imaging Advances: Abdominal, Thoracic, Skeletal, you should be able to: • Describe the use of MDCTA in the diagnosis of coronary artery, cardiac, aortic, and pulmonary artery abnormalities; • Recognize interstitial lung disease using HRCT; • Utilize ultrasound to diagnose abnormalities of the musculoskeletal system and associated arthropathies, as well as develop an understanding of image-guided therapy; • Identify current MDCT techniques for assessing the pancreas and liver; • Relate current imaging approaches for oncologic problems, including chest, abdominal and breast neoplasms; • Identify current and updated applications in fetal OB/Gyn ultrasound, including malpractice issues; • Develop an understanding of Virtual Colonoscopy and potential pitfalls; and • Examine breast imaging techniques used in screening for breast cancer, including the key aspects of Breast MRI.

Interventional Radiology Review Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...23.5. Awarded by....UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. Cost...........$1195. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD or Video MP4. Target Audience...RAD. Educational material last updated...2010. Financial support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...December 31, 2012.

Interventional Radiology Review is an intensive program designed as a review of both basic vascular and non-vascular interventional radiologic procedures, as well as emerging areas of interventional radiologic practice. This activity covers all common interventional radiologic procedures and focuses on indications, pre-procedural assessment, technical aspects of the procedure, as well as post-procedural follow-up.  This review activity is suitable for radiologists actively practicing interventional radiology and individuals desiring a comprehensive review prior to taking re-certification examinations or the certificate of added qualification. After viewing Interventional Radiology Review, you should be able to: • Discuss the contemporary methods of vascular recanalization; • List anatomic configurations that make endoluminal repair of aortic aneurysms difficult; • List the common devices used for endoluminal repair of abdominal aortic aneurysms; • Describe conditions associated with aortic dissection; • Select the appropriate embolic agent for treating hemorrhage secondary to trauma and gastrointestinal bleeding; • Report contraindications to percutaneous biopsy; • List indications for percutaneous nephrostomy, percutaneous abscess drainage, and percutaneous biliary drainage; • List three different devices used for percutaneous ablation; • Report the success rates of uterine fibroid embolization for menorrhagia, pelvic pain, and urinary frequency; and • List contraindications to hepatic arterial chemoembolization.

MR Imaging Update: Breast and Body (Sponsored Link) Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...18.5, including 9 credits of Breast MR. Meets CME Requirement for ACR’s MR Accreditation Program.  Awarded by....University of Pennsylvania. Cost...........$495. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available.  Format... DVD-ROM.  Target Audiences...RADIOLOGY, BREAST IMAGING, BODY IMAGING. Educational material last updated...February 15, 2009 Financial Support...None. Date of CME Expiration: February 14, 2011.

Meetings By Mail presents Penn Radiology’s MR Imaging Update: Breast and Body, a comprehensive review of the current techniques used in body and breast MR, as well as essential protocols and clinical applications. This DVD-ROM meets the ACR’s CME requirement for MR, with topics including Breast MR Techniques and Interpretation, Case Reviews, BIRADS, Breast Cancer, MR of the Prostate, Pancreas, Biliary System, Adnexa, Focal Liver Lesions and much more.  After completing MR Imaging Update: Breast and Body, you should be able to: • Describe the state-of–the-art MR techniques that are used to optimally image the breast and body in clinical practice;  • Discuss the opportunities and challenges of breast and body MR imaging;  • Demonstrate the characteristic MR findings of common conditions encountered in the practice of clinical MR imaging;  • Utilize new and emerging MR techniques to increase the types of patients who would benefit from diagnostic MR imaging; and  • Review how MR can improve the ability to diagnose and stage patients with cancer.

13th Annual International Symposium on Multidetector Row CT  (Sponsored Link) Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...28.5. Awarded by....Veritas Institute for Continuing Medical Education. Cost...........$550. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available. Format...DVD-ROM.  Target Audiences...RADIOLOGISTS and other specialists who utilize or have a special interest in COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY. Educational material updated...December 15, 2011. Expiration of CME credit...December 14, 2014.

Meetings by Mail presents the 13th Annual International Symposium on Multidetector Row CT. The 2011 edition of this Symposium presents the latest findings concerning evolving CT technology, and provides the newest strategies, techniques and tools for improved image quality and clinical applications. This DVD-ROM features a faculty of over 60 experts in 10 minute, focused lecture format addressing the full spectrum of capabilities, benefits and weaknesses associated with CT. 28.5 AMA PRA Category I Credits™. Includes exportable MP4 presentation files, which provides added functionality for Mobile Devices.  The learning objectives of this course are to: 1. List appropriate techniques to reduce radiation exposure while maintaining diagnostic image quality. 2. Describe advanced image rendering techniques and post processing workstations to fully analyze scan data. 3. Explain the current methods for performing cardiac CT in the clinical setting. 4. Identify the methods and applications for improving CT imaging utilizing the latest generation of CT scanners. 5. Enumerate current techniques and protocols to accurately diagnose disorders of the chest, brain, abdomen, vascular and musculoskeletal systems in adults and children.  6. Specify imaging and post-processing techniques to accurately measure brain perfusion for more detailed diagnoses and follow-up to treatme

Musculoskeletal MRI Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours... 12.0. Awarded by.... University of California San Francisco, Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. Cost.......... $895. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD and MP4 DVD. Target Audience...ORTHO, RAD. Educational material...2010. Financial Support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...April 15, 2013.

Musculoskeletal MRI is an update of MRI evaluation of the musculoskeletal system including the joints, as well as MRI of muscle, bone and soft tissue tumor assessment, and nerve entrapment syndromes. After completing Musculoskeletal MRI, you should be able to: • Use optimized protocols for imaging of the musculoskeletal system; • Understand the MRI anatomy of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee and ankle; • Identify abnormalities and clinical significance of MRI of the joints, muscles and cartilage; • Recognize common bone and soft tissue tumors with a pertinent differential diagnosis; • Recall findings associated with nerve entrapment syndromes; and • Consider implementation of new developments in musculoskeletal MRI into your practice.

National Diagnostic Imaging Symposium (Loma Linda University) Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...57.25. Awarded by....Loma Linda University School of Medicine. Cost for Credit....$1195. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format....Video DVD or Video MP4 DVD. Target Audience...RADIOLOGY and other Imaging Specialists. Educational material last updated....2010. Financial support...None Stated. CME Credit Expires...March 31, 2013.

The National Diagnostic Imaging Symposium features these sub-specialties: Musculoskeletal Imaging, 3D & Cardiovascular Imaging, Chest Radiology, Body CT & MR, Emergency Radiology, PET & PET/CT, Neuroradiology, Ultrasound, Breast Imaging & Breast MRI. After studying this activity, you should be able to: Discuss current cardiac CT techniques and findings; Apply state-of-the-art imaging techniques to a radiology practice; Demonstrate more effective use of CT and MR angiography; Implement protocols for MRI of the heart, head, abdomen, pelvis and musculoskeletal system; Describe protocols and uses for MDCT imaging; Discuss ultrasound imaging of the abdomen, vascular system, and pregnancy; Demonstrate improvement in cancer diagnosis and follow-up using PET and PET/CT; and Apply current modalities used in diagnosis of breast cancer, including digital mammography and breast MRI.

Neuro and Musculoskeletal Imaging Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...20 Awarded by....UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. Cost...........$995. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD or Video MP4. Target Audience...RAD. Educational material last updated....2010. Financial Support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...September 15, 2013.

Neuro and Musculoskeletal Imaging provides you with an update on the fundamentals of neuroradiological and musculoskeletal imaging. An array of imaging techniques are included with an emphasis on magnetic resonance imaging and PET/CT applications to head and neck oncology.  After viewing Neuro and Musculoskeletal Imaging, you should be able to discuss: • CNS pathology and strategies for optimal imaging and differentiating traumatic brain and spine injury, non-traumatic brain hemorrhage, seizure disorders, CNS infection and brain herniation; • Head and Neck anatomy and pathology as they relate to the larynx, hypopharynx, paranasal sinuses, sella and temporal bone and PET/CT for H&N tumors; • Normal anatomy and pathology related to MRI of the knee, shoulder, hip, ankle, foot, elbow and wrist; menisci, ligaments; • Principles and imaging appearances of normal and abnormal bone marrow processes on MRI; and • Characterization and staging of bone, and soft tissue tumors using MRI.

Neuroradiology Review Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...25. Awarded by....Johns Hopkins. Cost...........$1295. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD or Video MP4. Target Audience...NEURO, NEUROSURG, ENT, RAD. Educational material last updated...2010. Financial support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...January 14, 2013.

Neuroradiology Review • After viewing this activity, you should be able to: • Accurately describe degenerative disorders of the spine using standard nomenclature; • Describe the fundamentals of advanced imaging modalities in the analysis of neurological disorders; • Identify the head and neck cancer spread patterns including nodal metastases and provide imaging assessments that assist in their comprehensive management; • Provide a clinically helpful differential diagnosis of neoplastic, inflammatory and infectious lesions in the brain and spine; • Diagnose the developmental, neoplastic, and non-neoplastic lesions of the brain, spine, and neck in children; and • Recognize the indications and methods of vertebroplasty, spinal biopsy, and spinal injections.

North American Society for Cardiovascular Imaging (NASCI) 39th Annual Meeting Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...28 (estimated). Awarded by....Currently under review for CME Award  Cost...........$395. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available Format...DVD ROM. Target Audiences...RADIOLOGISTS, CARDIOLOGISTS, and imaging specialists with special interest in MAGNETIC RESONANCE and COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY. Educational material updated... In production. CME Expiration Date... To be determined.

The North American Society for Cardiovascular Imaging (NASCI) 2011 Annual Meeting features 75 Cardiovascular Imaging experts presenting the latest topics and most challenging cases in Cardiac CT, MR, Pediatric Imaging, Heart Disease and much more. Includes added functionality for Mobile Devices. Available for Pre Sale Now—Scheduled for Completion and Delivery in late January, 2012.  After completing the North American Society for Cardiovascular Imaging (NASCI) 2011 Annual Meeting, you should be able to: 1. Identify the basic principles and the basic and cutting-edge techniques of cardiac CT and MRI in adults and children;  2. Name ways to improve patient safety for cardiac CT and MRI and to reduce CT radiation dose; 3. Identify indications and imaging techniques for coronary CT angiography;  4. Distinguish the CT and MR imaging features of cardiomyopathies, ischemic heart disease, vascular disease, and pre- and post-operative congenital heart disease;  5. Recognize the characteristics of effective and cost-effective imaging examinations and how to choose the most appropriate examination; and 6. Identify the important issues in the economics of and certification for cardiac imaging.

North American Society for Cardiovascular Imaging-NASCI Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...28. Awarded by....Veritas Institute for Continuing Medical Education.  Cost...........$350. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available Format...DVD ROM. Target Audiences...RADIOLOGISTS, CARDIOLOGISTS, and imaging specialists with special interest in MAGNETIC RESONANCE and COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY. Educational material updated... April 15, 2011. CME Expiration Date... April 14, 2014.

The 2010 Annual Meeting of the North American Society for Cardiovascular Imaging-NASCI contains almost thirty hours of presentations and cases in Cardiac CT, Cardiac MR, Pediatric Imaging, Heart Disease and much more. A globally renowned society for almost 40 years, NASCI encourages the development and dissemination of knowledge regarding Cardiovascular Imaging through its annual meetings. This course contains 17.75 hours in CT, 16 hours in MR and 1 hour nuclear medicine. Therefore, it meets the ACR CME requirement for Accreditation in CT AND MR.  Following this continuing medical education activity, you should be able to: 1) Identify the basic principles and the basic and cutting-edge techniques of cardiac CT and MRI in adults and children. 2) Name ways to improve image quality for cardiac CT and MRI and to reduce CT radiation dose. 3) Identify indications and imaging protocols for coronary CT angiography. 4) Distinguish the CT and MR imaging features of cardiomyopathies, ischemic heart disease, and pre- and post-operative congenital heart disease. 5) Recognize the characteristics of effective and cost-effective imaging examinations and how to choose the most appropriate examination.

Ob/Gyn and Abdominal Sonography Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours... 15.0. Awarded by.... University of California San Francisco, Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. Cost.......... $850. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD and MP4 DVD. Target Audience...OB-GYN, RAD. Educational material...2009. Financial Support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...June 30, 2012.

Ob/Gyn and Abdominal Sonography provides updates for standard practices in abdominal, obstetrical, gynecologic, and vascular sonography. Obstetrical topics include twin gestations; significance of borderline findings in obstetrical sonograms and emphasis on particularly difficult topics such as the fetal heart, cervix, intra-uterine growth restriction is addressed. Gynecologic topics include some of the more common clinical topics such as imaging of patients with abnormal vaginal bleeding, pain and multimodality approach to uterine pathologies. Adult abdomen topics include liver masses, new observations in gallbladder sonography and the best way to survey peritoneal spaces. Vascular topics include suggestions for improving your Doppler examination from a technical perspective, improved interpretation of Carotid Doppler sonograms and a multimodality approach to renovascular imaging.

Osler Radiology Board Reviews Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...Vary according to format. See ===> Awarded by....Osler Institute. Cost..........Vary according to format. See ===> Format... Live or audio recordings. Target Audience...RAD. Educational material updated on an ongoing basis. Financial Support...None Stated.

The Osler Radiology Board Reviews offer learning in a variety of venues and formats.  Live Osler Radiology Written Board Review. Topics include all major areas of Radiology.   Credit Hours...50. Price... $840 for Residents; $1260 for practicing radiologists. Osler Radiology Mock Oral Review Course.  Mock oral exams are one-on-one simulations of the board exam with faculty examining candidates and providing feedback. Price...$125. Credit Hours...30. Price...$860, Residents; Practicing physicians, $1290. Find the dates and locations of the next Osler Radiology Board Review Courses at Osler Radiology Board Reviews. The Osler Radiology Course on 7 MP3 CDs w/Electronic Syllabus. Each CD includes a full days' lectures from the most recent live meeting in MP3 format which you can play on your MP3 player, computer or CD player. Credit Hours...None for this format. Price...$475. The Osler Radiology Course on Creative MP3 Player Preloaded with the Course Review Audio MP3s. The player contains selected lectures from the most recent live meeting. Credit Hours...None for this format. Price...$545.

Pediatric Diagnostic Imaging Last visited...5/2012.   Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...Credit Expired. Available at reduced price of $497.50. Awarded by....The Society for Pediatric Radiology. Cost for Credit...$995 (now $497.50.) Format....Video DVD or Video MP4 DVD. Target Audience...RADIOLOGY and other Imaging Specialists. Educational material last updated....2008. Financial support...None Stated. CME Credit Expired...June 1, 2011.

Pediatric Diagnostic Imaging focuses on the advances and diversity of pediatric imaging by reviewing state-of-the-art clinical material and advanced cutting-edge research presentations. This program presents a group of international experts who discuss state-of-the art diagnostic imaging and the outlook for the future direction of the specialty.

Pediatric Radiology - Clinical and Radiology Perspectives Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...29. Awarded by....American Roentgen Ray Society. Cost for Credit...$795. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format....Video DVD or Video MP4 DVD. Target Audience...RADIOLOGY. Educational material last updated....2010. Financial support...None Stated. CME Credit Expires...July 14, 2013.

After viewing Pediatric Radiology - Clinical and Radiology Perspectives, you should be better able to: • Summarize current information on state-of-the-art pediatric imaging and the practice of pediatric radiology; • Describe new technologies for pediatric imaging such as cone beam CT/ interventional procedure guidance, MR urography, T2-W PROP as related to improved image quality in younger children, Cardiac MRI, especially related to congenital heart disease, 3D and advanced workstation use and capabilities, and be able to understand and apply this knowledge and skills appropriately and successfully; • Review common problems facing pediatric radiologists and possible solutions, including PACS systems, teleradiology equipment and technology, patient safety initiatives and tracking, and organization of interventional radiology and vascular access services; and • Evaluate and apply organizational principles and techniques of minimizing radiation exposure during diagnostic imaging of children.

Pediatric Radiology Review Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...39.5. Awarded by....The Society for Pediatric Radiology. Cost for Credit...$995. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format....Video DVD or Video MP4 DVD. Target Audience...RADIOLOGY and other Imaging Specialists. Educational material last updated....2009. Financial support...None Stated. CME Credit Expires...September 15, 2012.

After viewing Pediatric Radiology Review, you should be able to: • Summarize current information on pediatric imaging and the practice of pediatric radiology; • Scrutinize new technologies for pediatric imaging and be able to understand and apply appropriately and successfully; • Review common problems facing pediatric radiologists, and possible solutions; • Evaluate and apply means of minimizing radiation exposure during diagnostic imaging; • Review the latest approaches to pediatric imaging and correlate with clinical outcomes; • Describe new advances in research and imaging; and • Review the broad scope of pediatric radiology as it relates to everyday practice.

Penn Radiology’s ENT, Neuro and Musculoskeletal Imaging Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...22 Awarded by.... Veritas Institute for Continuing Medical Education. Cost...........$495. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available. Format...DVD-ROM, with exportable presentations for mobile devices. Target Audiences...RADIOLOGISTS and other specialists who utilize or have a special interest in ENT, NEURO or MUSCULOSKELETAL IMAGING. Educational material updated...April 15, 2012 Financial Support...None. Expiration of CME credit...April 14, 2015.

Meetings by Mail presents Penn Radiology’s ENT, Neuro and Musculoskeletal Imaging. Expert clinicians from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and other international acclaimed institutions converge to discuss important topics in Head and Neck Radiology, Neuroradiology and Musculoskeletal Imaging. Earn up to 22 AMA PRA Category I Credits™ in multiple modalities, including 19.75 hours MR, 7.25 hours CT, 2.75 hours Ultrasound and 1.25 hours PET Ultrasound, MRI, CT and PET. Mp4 files of all presentations are included, which are playable on mobile devices.  The learning objectives of this course are to: 1. Explain the imaging anatomy of the mucosal and extra-mucosal spaces of the head and neck as it pertains to establishing diagnoses and implementing management; 2. Review the anatomy as it pertains to surgical landmarks of the naopharynx, oropharynx, oral cavity, larynx and hypopharynx; and analyze patterns of tumor spread for upper aerodigestive tract carcinomas; 3. Evaluate imaging including PET-CT, MRI and CT of the treated neck following surgery and irradiation, and identify acute complications and potential imaging pitfalls in the treated head and neck cancer patient; 4. Apply biologic imaging techniques including CTP, DWI, DCE and spectroscopy in assessing tumors of the CNS; 5. Review clinical presentation, anatomy, function, pathology and imaging evaluation of the inflammatory, vascular and neoplastic disease processes affecting the brain and spinal cord;  6. Describe the symptomatology and imaging analysis of pathology affecting the anterior, central and posterior skull base;  7. Describe new advances in surgical technology for treating skull base tumors including robotic surgery of the head and neck, endoscopic resection of sinonasal tumors and anterior craniofacial resection;  8. Improve knowledge of the clinical indications of MR in the musculoskeletal system with emphasis on large joints;  9. Identify and apply new MR and ultrasound techniques to better evaluate disease processes in the musculoskeletal systems;  10. Identify the key MR and Ultrasound imaging findings that orthopedic surgeons need to know from the MR exams such that patient care can be optimized.

Pittsburgh Breast Imaging Seminar Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours... 15.5. Awarded by.... Allegheny General Hospital. Cost.......... $850. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD and MP4 DVD. Target Audience...GENERAL SURGERY, RAD. Educational material...2009. Financial Support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...September 30, 2012.

The goals of the Pittsburgh Breast Imaging Seminar are to help you to: • Increase your confidence in differentiating benign from malignant breast lesions; • Explore the use of digital imaging, including tomosynthesis; • Examine multiple percutaneous biopsy techniques including stereotactic-guided, ultrasound-guided, and MRI-guided biopsies; • Provide an overview of pathological findings in breast disease; • Explore the role of the radiologist and breast surgeon in the workup of breast disease; • Become familiar with the indications for Breast MRI; • Become familiar with the concept for multidisciplinary breast center; and • Become familiar with new modalities such as PET for Breast and BSGI.

Radiology Review (University of Chicago) Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...47.5. Awarded by....University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. Cost for Credit...$1395. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format....Video DVD or Video MP4 DVD. Target Audience...RADIOLOGY and other Imaging Specialists. Educational material last updated....2010. Financial support...None Stated. CME Credit Expires...May 31, 2013.

Radiology Review is a comprehensive review of the practical aspects of all major subspecialties of Diagnostic Radiology. Appropriate use of conventional imaging modalities such as plain film radiography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and angiography are discussed. When appropriate, lecturers emphasize newer important imaging modalities including PET/CT, diffusion weighted MR, cardiac CT, and virtual colonoscopy.

Radiology Review Course (University of Washington School of Medicine) Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...32. The total credits are inclusive of 12.0 in CT, 8.0 in MR, 3.0 in Ultrasound, 3.5 in Nuclear Medicine, and 3.0 in Breast Imaging (.5 in breast MRI, and 1.0 in breast ultrasound). Awarded by....University of Washington School of Medicine. Cost for Credit...$1395. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format....Video DVD or Video MP4 DVD. Target Audience...RADIOLOGY and other Imaging Specialists. Educational material last updated....July 1, 2011. Financial support...None Stated. CME Credit Expires...June 13, 2013.

The Radiology Review Course provides a review of all aspects of diagnostic radiology. Specific sessions cover most organ-based and procedure-based sections of radiology, such as vascular and interventional radiology, neuroradiology, chest radiology, gastrointestinal radiology, cardiac radiology, pediatric radiology, ultrasonography, genitourinary radiology, nuclear medicine, musculoskeletal radiology, and breast imaging. The program reviews the imaging features of the major disease entities in each of these sections. At the conclusion of Radiology Review Course, you should be able to: • Choose the most appropriate imaging modality for a variety of clinical scenarios; • Correctly protocol MR, CT, ultrasonography, radiography and nuclear medicine examinations; and  • Distinguish normal anatomy from pathology and imaging pitfalls.

Review for Practicing Radiologists (UCSF) Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...16.25. Awarded by....University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine, Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. Cost...........$497.50.  Format...Video DVD and MP4 DVD. Target Audience...RAD, General Interest Educational material updated...2010. Financial Support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...February 15, 2012.

Review for Practicing Radiologists (UCSF) is an intensive clinical radiologic review and self-assessment covering the following radiology subspecialties: Vascular-Interventional, Breast, Neuro, Gastrointestinal and Pulmonary Imaging. Review for Practicing Radiologists is designed for radiologists in clinical practice. After completing Review for Practicing Radiologists, you should be able to discuss: • Current concepts and recent advances in diagnostic radiology; • The techniques of CT, MRI and interventional procedures; • Interventional modalities and their appropriate uses; • Pathophysiologic mechanisms of human disease; and • The fundamentals of the following specialties: Vascular-Interventional, Breast, Neuro, Abdominal and Thoracic Imaging.

SCBT-MR (Society of Computed Body Tomography and Magnetic Resonance) 34th Annual Course (2011) (Sponsored Link) Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...26, including 17.5 hours CT and 16 hours MR. Awarded by....Veritas Institute for Continuing Medical Education. Cost...........$550. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available Format...DVD-ROM  Target Audiences... RADIOLOGISTS and other imaging specialists with special interest in MAGNETIC RESONANCE and COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY. Educational material updated...February 15, 2012. Financial Support...None. Expiration of CME credit...February 14, 2015.

Meetings by Mail presents the 34th Annual Meeting of the Society of Computed Body Tomography and Magnetic Resonance. The 2011 Course features over 45 expert practitioners presenting a wide array of subjects within these specialties, including full sessions on Dual Energy, Low Dose Radiation and challenging Case Reviews. Includes exportable MP4 presentation files, which provides added functionality for Mobile Devices. Meets ACR CME requirements for accreditation in both CT and MR.  The learning objectives of this course are to: 1. Identify the most recent updates on applications of MDCT and MR for evaluation of diseases involving the thorax, GI, GU, cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems; 2. Illustrate advanced and emerging applications in patient safety related to radiation dose and contrast media;  3. Use quantitative tools to improve the characterization of disease manifestations in CT and MR images;  4. Identify most recent state-of-the-art MDCT data for cancer diagnosis and management; and  5. Describe and apply knowledge of new/evolving topical areas in Body CT/MR.

SCBT-MR (Society of Computed Body Tomography and Magnetic Resonance) 33rd Annual Course (2010) Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...33, including 23.25 hours CT and 19.5 hours MR. Awarded by....Veritas Institute for Continuing Medical Education Cost...........$525. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available Format...DVD-ROM  Target Audiences...RADIOLOGISTS and other imaging specialists with special interest in MAGNETIC RESONANCE and COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY. Educational material updated...September 1, 2010. Financial Support...None. Expiration of CME credit...August 31, 2013

Meetings by Mail presents the 33rd Annual Meeting of the Society of Computed Body Tomography and Magnetic Resonance. For over 30 years, the SCBT-MR has hosted a world renowned faculty's comprehensive review of state of the art Body CT and MRI. The 2010 meeting features the newest advances, applications and protocols in Body CT and MR, including incidentalomas, GI/GU, pelvic, hepatobiliary, pancreatic, trauma, musculoskeletal, pediatric, Cardiac CT and CT Colonography. Completion of this DVD-ROM can meet the ACR’s accreditation requirements for CME in both CT and MR. The learning objectives of this course are to: 1. Identify most recent updates on applications of MDCT, and MRI for evaluation of diseases involving the thorax, GI, GU, Vascular and MSK systems; 2. Illustrate current updates on oncological applications of MDCT and MR for evaluation of GI, GU and thoracic tumors; 3. Illustrate advanced and emerging applications in patient safety related to radiation dose and contrast media; 4. Report updates on the use of MDCT and MRI for diseases of the heart and vascular system; and 5. Identify updates on most recent state-of-the-art MDCT for colon cancer screening.

SCBT-MR (Society of Computed Body Tomography and Magnetic Resonance) 32nd Annual Course (2009) Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...30, including 22.5 hours CT and 15.5 hours MR. Awarded by....Meetings by Mail and Medical University of South Carolina Cost...........$495. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available Format...DVD-ROM.  Target Audiences...RADIOLOGISTS and other imaging specialists with special interest in MAGNETIC RESONANCE and COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY. Educational material updated...November 15, 2009. Financial Support...None. Expiration of CME credit...November 14, 2012.

Meetings By Mail presents the SCBT-MR (Society of Computed Body Tomography and Magnetic Resonance) 32nd Annual Course (2009). For over three decades, the SCBT-MR has hosted a world renowned faculty's comprehensive review of state-of-the-art body CT and MRI. The 2009 Course focuses on the latest advances in imaging, including: MSK, GI, GU, thoracic, cardiovascular, trauma, pancreas, PET, breast, pelvis and Spectral CT, plus case reviews in cardiac CT and CT Colonography. Completion of this DVD-ROM can meet the ACR’s accreditation requirements for CME in both CT and MR.  Completing this course will also allow you to: 1. Use MDCT and MRI for evaluation of diseases involving the thorax, GI tract, GU, vascular and MSK systems; 2. Implement oncological applications of PET for the evaluation of tumors involving the abdomen and pelvis; 3. Implement the newest methods for patient safety related to radiation dose and contrast media; 4. Utilize MDCT and MRI to better evaluate diseases of the heart and vascular system; and 5. Utilize MDCT for colon cancer screening.

Sports Medicine Imaging Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...No longer offering CME credit. Awarded by....New York University Post-Graduate Medical School. Cost...........$497.50 (Half-price).  Format...Video DVD,  Audio CD, Audio MP3 DVD and others. Target Audience...ORTHO, RAD. Educational material updated...2008. Financial Support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...June 21, 2011.

Sports Medicine Imaging is designed as a state-of-the-art update on all facets of sports medicine imaging for the radiologist, orthopaedic surgeon, and sports medicine physician. Didactic lectures on imaging of the spine and all articulations are provided. In addition, current thinking on musculoskeletal pediatrics, musculoskeletal ultrasound, cartilage, and post-operative imaging of the shoulder, knee, and wrist are featured. This course also provides panel discussions and interesting case sessions.

State-of-the-Art Imaging and Interventional Radiology Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours... 10. Awarded by.... Office of Continuing Medical Education, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Cost.......... $487.50 (half-off because CME Credit has expired). Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format...Video DVD and MP4 DVD. Target Audience...RAD. Educational material...2008. Financial Support...None Stated. Expiration of CME credit...December 31, 2011.

State-of-the-Art Imaging and Interventional Radiology provides an in-depth review of vascular imaging and interventional radiology. After completing State-of-the-Art Imaging and Interventional Radiology, you should be able to: • Describe various new vascular and non-vascular therapeutic interventions including peripheral arterial disease, deep venous thrombosis, stroke therapy, and vascular malformations; • Describe modern techniques in the treatment of cancer, using transvascular and percutaneous therapies; • Discuss the new and growing area of pain management; and • Identify state-of-the-art developments in the world of interventional radiology and vascular imaging.

13th Annual International Symposium on Multidetector Row CT Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...28.5. Awarded by....Veritas Institute for Continuing Medical Education. Cost...........$595. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available. Format...DVD-ROM.  Target Audiences...RADIOLOGISTS and other specialists who utilize or have a special interest in COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY. Educational material updated...December 15, 2011. Expiration of CME credit...December 14, 2014.

Meetings by Mail presents the 13th Annual International Symposium on Multidetector Row CT. The 2011 edition of this Symposium presents the latest findings concerning evolving CT technology, and provides the newest strategies, techniques and tools for improved image quality and clinical applications. This DVD-ROM features a faculty of over 60 experts in 10 minute, focused lecture format addressing the full spectrum of capabilities, benefits and weaknesses associated with CT. 30 AMA PRA Category I Credits™ (estimated). Includes added functionality for Mobile Devices.  The learning objectives of this course are to: 1. List appropriate techniques to reduce radiation exposure while maintaining diagnostic image quality. 2. Describe advanced image rendering techniques and post processing workstations to fully analyze scan data. 3. Explain the current methods for performing cardiac CT in the clinical setting. 4. Identify the methods and applications for improving CT imaging utilizing the latest generation of CT scanners. 5. Enumerate current techniques and protocols to accurately diagnose disorders of the chest, brain, abdomen, vascular and musculoskeletal systems in adults and children.  6. Specify imaging and post-processing techniques to accurately measure brain perfusion for more detailed diagnoses and follow-up to treatment.

Thoracic Imaging from The Society of Thoracic Radiology Last visited...5/2012. Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. Credit hours...27.5. Awarded by....Society of Thoracic Radiology. Cost..........$1095. Save 20% on this course through May 31, 2012: Use Coupon Code MAY20A. Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures. Format... Video DVD or Video MP4 DVD. Target Audience...THORACIC SURGERY, RADIOLOGY. Educational material last updated...July 1, 2010. Financial Support...None Stated.  Expiration of CME credit...June 30, 2012.

Thoracic Imaging from the Society of Thoracic Radiology features internationally recognized experts in imaging of the lungs, heart, thoracic vasculature, mediastinum and pleura, and includes the following: • Coronary and cardiac imaging (CT, MRI); • Aortic and pulmonary vascular imaging; • Diffuse infiltrative lung disease; • Imaging of the airways; • Solitary pulmonary nodule evaluation; • Lung cancer update: the revised staging system and its applications; • Update in thoracic imaging technology and radiation dose reduction; • Intensive care and post-operative imaging; and • Pulmonary infections.

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