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UCSF Radiology Review: COMPREHENSIVE IMAGING
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...42.5.
Awarded by....University of California San Francisco.
Cost for Credit...$1495.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format....Video DVD or Video MP4 DVD.
Target Audience...RADIOLOGY and other Imaging Specialists.
Educational material last updated....July 16, 2012.
CME Credit Expires...June 30, 2015.

UCSF Radiology Review: COMPREHENSIVE IMAGING highlights the fundamentals of the major organ systems and corresponding imaging modalities. Content focuses on comparative analysis and key factors that promote accurate diagnosis by the radiologist in clinical practice. Presentations are combined with unknown case reviews, in order to give you a thorough review of radiology fundamentals and terminology, as well as exposure to a cross-section of topical and clinically relevant interesting cases.
After concluding the UCSF Radiology Review: COMPREHENSIVE IMAGING course, you should be able to:
• Discuss and apply current concepts and recent advances in diagnostic radiology
• Differentiate ultrasound, computed tomography, mammography, magnetic resonance imaging and nuclear medicine techniques and recognize their roles in clinical practice
• Recognize interventional modalities and their appropriate uses
• Classify and describe pathophysiological mechanisms underlying human disease
• Identify the fundamentals of the various imaging specialty areas
• Explain the appropriate and optimal imaging evaluation for a variety of commonly encountered clinical conditions
• Apply appropriate differential diagnostic possibilities for some typical, common findings on imaging examinations

National Diagnostic Imaging Symposium (World Class CME)
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...59.25.
These credits include 3.25 in Neuro, 4.25 in Breast, 1.25 in Digital, 5.75 in Br MR, 0.75 in Br US, 4.75 in US, 0.75 in GYN US, 5.0 in GI, 9.25 in MRI, 3.75 in MSK, 13.25 in CT, 5.25 in Chest and 2.0 in VIR.
Awarded by....Oakstone Medical Publishing and World Class CME.
Cost for Credit....$1195.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format....Video DVD or Video MP4 DVD.
Target Audience...RADIOLOGY and other Imaging Specialists.
Educational material last updated....March 1, 2012.
CME Credit Expires...April 30, 2015.

The National Diagnostic Imaging Symposium features up to 40 faculty and 120 topics. Radiology sub-specialties presented include: Musculoskeletal Imaging, Cardiovascular Radiology, Gastrointestinal Radiology, Genitourinary Radiology, Chest Radiology, Emergency Radiology, Neuroradiology, Ultrasound, Breast Imaging & Breast MRI.
After concluding the National Diagnostic Imaging Symposium, you will be able to:
• Update imaging technique and interpretation skills of the musculoskeletal system
• Evaluate patients with a variety of cardiac and vascular abnormalities using both MRI and CT
• Apply MDCT to the diagnosis and staging of gastrointestinal tumors
• Discuss neuroradiologic findings in tumors, stroke, infection and metabolic disorders
Improve skills in radiologic diagnosis of emergencies of the head, chest, abdomen and musculoskeletal system
• Utilize ultrasound for diagnosis of disorders of the abdomen, pelvis, breast and arteries
• Expand knowledge of clinical application of MR and CT imaging of the genitourinary tract
• Know indications and techniques for breast MRI
• Use HRCT for diagnosis of a variety of chest diseases
• Describe mammographic findings on full-field digital mammography as they apply to diagnosis of breast cancer

UCSF Radiology Review: CLINICAL HIGHLIGHTS
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...29.75.
Awarded by....University of California San Francisco.
Cost for Credit...$1,195.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format....Video DVD or Video MP4 DVD.
Target Audience...RADIOLOGY and other Imaging Specialists.
Educational material last updated....March 16, 2012.
CME Credit Expires...March 15, 2015.

UCSF Radiology Review: CLINICAL HIGHLIGHTS is designed to present a review of all systems and modalities for the general radiologist. Focused 20-minute lectures are targeted to each subspecialty and selected to provide the latest updates on imaging diagnosis.
After concluding UCSF Radiology Review: CLINICAL HIGHLIGHTS, you should be able to discuss:
• Current concepts and recent US/CT/MR advances in genitourinary and gynecologic imaging and diseases
• Fundamentals, recent advances, and potential pitfalls in obstetric ultrasound and breast imaging
• Systematic approaches to diagnostic dilemmas in neuroradiology, pediatric, and musculoskeletal radiology
• Fundamentals and advances in cardiac and pulmonary imaging
• Principles and pitfalls of PET/CT and interventional techniques
• Up-to-date approaches on diagnostic imaging and clinical treatments for specific clinical problems

Radiology Review (University of Chicago)
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...47.5.
Awarded by....University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine.
Cost for Credit...$1395.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format....Video DVD or Video MP4 DVD.
Target Audience...RADIOLOGY and other Imaging Specialists.
Educational material last updated....June 1, 2010.
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...May 2013.
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.
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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.
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.

Practical Reviews in Radiology
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...70 hours per year (5 hours per issue-14 issues per year).
Awarded by....Johns Hopkins.
Cost..........Online 1 year $449; Online 2 years $799; Audio CD 1 year $499; Audio CD 2 years $899.
Format...Text Plus Audio (Online or Audio CD).
Target Audience...RADIOLOGY.
Educational material updated monthly (14 issues per year).
Expiration of CME credit...Two years after date of publication.

Practical Reviews in Radiology keeps you informed of the most important research and clinical findings published in Radiology each month. 
Receive up to 22 radiology articles summarized and reviewed per issue, including 10-12 in convenient audio format; downloadable PDF of written reviews with Take-Home Pearls that reinforce the audio material and give you a valuable reference for instant recall by subject; and self-assessment online quizzes to highlight key points and reinforce what you've learned.

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Breast Imaging and Digital Mammography
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...23.5.
Awarded by....UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging.
Cost...........$1095.
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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 & Women's Imaging Seminar (Chicago International Breast Course)
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...26.5.
Awarded by....Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine
Cost...........$895.
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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 Intervention: A Comprehensive Review
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...26.0 hours, including:
• 15 hours in mammography (all 4 Modules);
• 6 hours in digital mammography (Module 2);
• 3 hours in ultrasound-guided breast biopsy (Modules 1 and 3);
• 3 hours in stereotactic breast biopsy (Module 3);
• 3 hours in magnetic resonance imaging (Module 3);
• 6 hours in risk management (Module 4).
Awarded by....Oakstone Medical Publishing.
Cost.......... $299 for all 4 modules (or you can buy each module separately for $99).
Format...Digital audio with an accompanying image bank.
Target Audience...RAD.
Educational material last updated...May 2010.
Expiration of CME credit...May 2013.

After completing Breast Imaging and Intervention: A Comprehensive Review, you will be able to:
• Identify and remedy deficiencies in image quality;
• Discuss special requirements for digital imaging quality;
• Discuss anatomical and positioning factors that affect optimal tissue visualization;
• Assess the opportunity, responsibility and techniques for the radiologist to significantly reduce patient anxiety;
• Demonstrate the radiologist’s role in helping patients acquire a clearer understanding; of the imaging findings, their significance and the appropriate management of imaging detected and biopsy-diagnosed lesions;
• Apply techniques for optimally communicating benign or malignant findings to the patient;
• Differentiate the importance and techniques to provide some good news with any reporting of bad news;
• Distinguish the different types of non-invasive breast cancer;
• Recognize differences in the radiographic presentation of different forms of non-invasive breast cancer; and
• Describe the requirements for reporting workflow.

Penn Radiology Breast Imaging  
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...16.25, including 9.25 in Breast MRI, 11 in Digital Mammography (with 1 in Tomosynthesis) and 3.5 in Breast Ultrasound; 
Fulfills MQSA Requirements for CME.
Awarded by....Veritas Institute for Continuing Medical Education 
Cost...........$595. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available. 
Format...DVD-ROM and mobile devices 
Target Audiences...RADIOLOGY, BREAST IMAGING.
Educational material last updated...June 15, 2012.
Expiration of CME credit...June 14, 2015. 

Meetings By Mail presents Penn Radiology Breast Imaging, an expert faculty review of the latest in this evolving specialty. This program will update all practitioners to the most recent developments and techniques utilized in Breast Imaging. Presentations cover topics on screening and diagnostic evaluation of the breast including MRI and other advanced imaging techniques such as tomosynthesis, computer-aided diagnosis, breast specific gamma imaging and PEM. 
This program fulfills MQSA Requirements for CME, and the 9.25 hours of Breast MR are applicable to the ACR’s CME Requirements for Breast MR Accreditation. Presentations are also playable on mobile devices and Kindles.
After completing Penn Radiology Breast Imaging, you should be able to:
• Describe the imaging principles of digital tomosynthesis.
• Discuss the techniques to optimize breast MRI image acquisition.
• Optimize the technique for MR-guided vacuum biopsy.
• Develop an approach to MRI image interpretation.
• Improve breast imaging interpretation skills.
• Discuss the current screening controversy.
• Discuss the application of computer aided detection (CAD) into clinical practice.
• Discuss personalized breast cancer screening methods.
• Appraise emerging imaging techniques in breast imaging and their role.

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Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Imaging
Last visited...May 2013.
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.
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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...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...30 (CME Credit for Volumes one and Two has expired; however Volumes one and Two continue to meet the  requirements of the ABR Maintenance of Certification Program).
Awarded by....Medical University of South Carolina
Cost...........$995 when purchased as a 4 volume set. Volumes are also available individually. (see below ↓)
Instruction Type...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 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 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 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.

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.

North American Society for Cardiovascular Imaging (NASCI) 39th Annual Meeting
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...29. (including 20 hours MR, 18 hours CT, 1 hour Echo, 0.5 hours PET and 0.5 hours SPECT (presentations overlap). Fulfills ACT CME Requirements for both CT and MR Accreditation.)
Awarded by....Veritas Institute for Medical Education, Inc.
Cost...........$395. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available.
Format...DVD ROM, with exportable MP4 files for Mobile Devices.
Target Audiences...RADIOLOGISTS, CARDIOLOGISTS, and imaging specialists with special interest in MAGNETIC RESONANCE and COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY.
Educational material updated... August 1, 2012.
CME Expiration Date... July 31, 2015. 

The North American Society for Cardiovascular Imaging (NASCI) 39th Annual Meeting features 65 Cardiovascular Imaging experts presenting the latest topics and most challenging cases in Cardiac CT, MR, Pediatric Imaging, Heart Disease and much more. 
After completing the North American Society for Cardiovascular Imaging (NASCI) 39th 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...May 2013.
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. 

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New Horizons in Musculoskeletal MRI
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...13.5.
Awarded by....Oakstone Publishing.
Cost...........$895.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format...Video - DVD & MP4.
Target Audience...RADIOLOGY, ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY, NEUROSURGERY.
Educational material last updated...January 1, 2013.
Expiration of CME credit...January 1, 2016.

New Horizons in Musculoskeletal MRI was designed especially for diagnostic imaging physicians, referring orthopaedic surgeons, and referring neurosurgeons.
After concluding New Horizons in Musculoskeletal MRI, you will be able to:
• Apply proper protocols for imaging the shoulder
• Appreciate pitfalls in imaging the shoulder that will allow for a higher diagnostic accuracy
• Recognize rotator cuff partial and full-thickness tears
• Discuss the utility of gadolinium in MSK tumors
• Apply imaging protocols for MSK tumors
• Apply proper protocols for imaging the wrist
• Diagnose multiple causes of lateral ankle pain
• Understand the utility of MRI of the hip
• Understand patterns of failure in knee menisci information

Computed Body Tomography: The Cutting Edge
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...19.25.
Awarded by....Johns Hopkins.
Cost...........$995. 
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format...Video DVD or Video MP4.
Target Audience...RAD.
Educational material last updated...June 1, 2011.
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...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours... 12.0.
Awarded by.... University of California San Francisco, Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging.
Cost.......... $895.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format...Video DVD and MP4 DVD.
Target Audience...OB-GYN, RAD.
Educational material...April 16, 2010.
Expiration of CME credit...April 15, 2013.

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. 
After completing CT/MRI of the Abdomen and Pelvis, you should be able to:
• List the key benefits and limitations of CT/MRI in multiple diagnostic areas in the abdomen and pelvis
• Recognize the most common medical issues seen in abdominal imaging and take appropriate measures to avoid these problems
• Prevent and avoid common pitfalls in abdomino-pelvic imaging and interpretation
• Recognize the indications for the use of Ultrasound as an alternative or complement to CT/MR
• Choose appropriate MR sequences for abdominal imaging, and be able to minimize radiation risk in patients

Imaging Advances: Abdominal, Thoracic, Skeletal
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...20.25.
Awarded by....UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging.
Cost...........$995.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format...Video DVD or Video MP4.
Target Audience...RAD.
Educational material last updated....July 16, 2010.
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.

SCBT-MR (Society of Computed Body Tomography and Magnetic Resonance) 35th Annual Course (2012)
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...27.5, including 22.5 hours CT and 17.75 hours MR.
Awarded by.... Veritas Institute for Continuing Medical Education
Cost...........$595. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available
Format...DVD-ROM, with presentations playable on mobile devices 
Target Audiences... RADIOLOGISTS and other imaging specialists with special interest in MAGNETIC RESONANCE and COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY.
Educational material updated...February 15, 2013
Expiration of CME credit...February 14, 2016. 

Meetings by Mail presents the 35th Annual Meeting of the Society of Computed Body Tomography and Magnetic Resonance. This course features 50 globally recognized experts presenting the latest advances, protocols and applications in Body CT & MR. Includes sessions on GI, GU, Cancer Imaging/PET, Women’s Imaging, Cardiac, Thoracic, Incidentalomas, Radiation Dose and Case Reviews. Includes exportable MP4 files of all presentations, for viewing on smart phones, iPads, tablets and Kindle Fire. 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 recent data for state-of-the-art MDCT for cancer diagnosis and management;
5. Provide updates into new/evolving topical areas in Body CT/MR; and
6. Review updates on practice patterns and reporting using body CT/MR.

SCBT-MR (Society of Computed Body Tomography and Magnetic Resonance) 34th Annual Course (2011)
Last visited...May 2013.
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.
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...May 2013.
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.
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. 

13th Annual International Symposium on Multidetector Row CT

Last visited...May 2013.
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. 

UCSF Abdominal and Pelvic Imaging: CT/MR/US
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...11.5. The total credits are inclusive of 5.25 in CT, 4.0 in MR, and 2.5 in US.
Awarded by....University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine.
Cost...........$850.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format...Video DVD or Video MP4.
Target Audience...RADIOLOGY, CT, MR, US
Educational material last updated....May 16, 2012.
Expiration of CME credit...May 15, 2015.

The UCSF Abdominal and Pelvic Imaging: CT/MR/US activity’s main goal is to improve daily clinical practice relevant to patient care. The program provides updates on the latest technologies, including how-to improve image quality, detection and diagnosis of disease, and issues concerning patient safety. 
This is conveyed through an updated review of evidence-based practice, with particular emphasis on emerging technologies, such as the use of MR in imaging of the small bowel and pediatric patients. It also includes a review and discussion of the results of the SRU Consensus Conference on how to manage incidentally-detected asymptomatic adnexal cysts in pre- and post- menopausal women.
After concluding this course, 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/malignant and common/uncommon diseases
• Anticipate potential pitfalls and limitations of the different imaging modalities
• Use appropriate protocols to decrease imaging time and minimize patient radiation exposure, especially for the pediatric patient
• Apply the ACR Incidental Findings Committee’s recommendations for managing incidental findings on CT scans of the kidney, liver, adrenal glands and pancreas

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Diastology and New Echo Technologies Summit
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours....18.75.
Awarded by....Cleveland Clinic.
Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Cost...........From $895 to $1395 according to the format.
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Format...Video DVD, Video MP4, Audio CD, Audio MP3 DVD and others.
Target Audience...CARD.
Educational material last updated...May 1, 2011
CME Credit Expires...August 31, 2013.

The Diastology and New Echo Technologies Summit provides a unique opportunity for participants to view key opinion leaders and review updates in heart valve disease, diastology, new and emerging echo technologies, and contrast echocardiography.
The Summit is divided into four parts:
• Heart Valve Disease is a state-of-the-art mini-symposium on new advances in valvular heart disease including epidemiology, clinical diagnostic approaches to mitral tricuspid and aortic regurgitation and aortic stenosis, as well as new approaches to valve repair including robotics and percutaneous and transcatheter techniques.
• Diastology summit presents new advances in diastolic heart failure including new guidelines, epidemiology, clinical diagnostic approaches, effects of therapy for diastolic heart failure, and clinical trial results.
• New Echo Technologies summit highlights new and emerging applications in real time 3-D and 4-D echo, live 3-D TEE, 2-D strain, stress echo, cardiac resynchronization interventional echo, and appropriateness criteria.
• Contrast Echocardiography is a state-of-the-art minisymposium on the basic principles of contrast echo, rest and stress LVO and EBD, myocardial perfusion, and new research applications. There also are discussions of safety issues and clinical trials on pulmonary pressures. 

Sights and Sounds of Echocardiography
Last visited...May 2013. 
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...23.5; Fulfills Echo lab CME requirements.
Awarded by.... Veritas Institute of Continuing Medical Education.
Cost...........$595. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available.
Format...DVD-ROM, with presentations playable on mobile devices
Target Audiences... CARDIOLOGISTS, CARDIOVASCULAR SURGEONS, RADIOLOGISTS, ANESTHESIOLOGISTS, TECHNOLOGISTS and SONOGRAPHERS seeking to meet their Echo lab CME requirements.
Educational material updated...October 15, 2012.
Expiration of CME credit...October 14, 2015.

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Meetings By Mail presents Sights and Sounds of Echocardiography. This course is designed to meet Echocardiography Lab CME requirements for certification, with specific focus on hemodynamics, structural heart disease (RAVR, Clip, PFO/ASD), myocardial mechanics, advanced heart failure including LVAD, contrast-enhanced imaging, 3D imaging, pericardial disease and myocardial disease. 
With over 25 hours of presentation materials, it is designed to meet the Echo Lab CME requirement for physicians, technologists and sonographers. This DVD-ROM includes Exportable Files of all presentations, for viewing on smart phones, iPads, tablets and Kindle Fire.
After completing Sights and Sounds of Echocardiography, you will be able to:
• Incorporate 2D/3D echocardiography/Doppler information in clinical decision-making;
• Apply state-of-the-art practice of obtaining myocardial mechanics information for application into clinical practice; 
• Assess Doppler and color flow imaging; 
• Assess LV function quantitatively (volumes, mass and EF); 
• Recognize the usefulness of Doppler for assessing hemodynamics and diastolic function; 
• Describe the value and limitations of contrast echocardiography; 
• Identify roles of cardiovascular ultrasound for structural heart disease;
• Apply ASE/ACC/AHA guidelines for valvular heart disease; and
• Apply knowledge of 3D echocardiography into clinical practice. 

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Emergency Radiology
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours... 17.0.
Awarded by.... University of Washington School of Medicine.
Cost.......... $1095.
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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...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...9.5.
Awarded by....University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine
Cost..........$795.
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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.
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.

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Interventional Radiology Review
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...25.25.
Awarded by....UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging.
Cost...........$1295.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format...Video DVD or Video MP4.
Target Audience...RAD.
Educational material last updated...January 1, 2013.
Financial support...None Stated.
Expiration of CME credit...December 31, 2015.

Interventional Radiology Review is a comprehensive 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.
After viewing Interventional Radiology Review, you should be able to:
• Describe the contemporary methods of vascular recanalization, and be familiar with the common devices for endoluminal therapies with the indications for their use and associated complications
• Recommend percutaneous methods of lower extremity therapy for varicose veins
• Select and use the appropriate embolic agents for treating hemorrhage secondary to trauma and gastrointestinal bleeding
• Recognize indications for percutaneous nephrostomy, percutaneous abscess drainage and percutaneous biliary drainage, and the techniques used
• Anticipate success rates of uterine fibroid embolization for menorrhagia, pelvic pain and urinary frequency
• Evaluate contraindications to percutaneous biopsy
• Distinguish between different devices used for percutaneous ablation of liver and kidney lesions
• Recommend the use of and contraindications to hepatic arterial chemoembolization and Y90 radioembolization
• Utilize appropriate imaging techniques such as CTA, MRA, coronary CTA and noninvasive arterial assessment
• Describe the current status or carotid artery interventions and vertebroplasty

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New Horizons in Musculoskeletal MRI
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...13.5.
Awarded by....Oakstone Publishing.
Cost...........$895.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format...Video - DVD & MP4.
Target Audience...RADIOLOGY, ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY, NEUROSURGERY.
Educational material last updated...January 1, 2013.
Expiration of CME credit...January 1, 2016.

New Horizons in Musculoskeletal MRI was designed especially for diagnostic imaging physicians, referring orthopaedic surgeons, and referring neurosurgeons.
After concluding New Horizons in Musculoskeletal MRI, you will be able to:
• Apply proper protocols for imaging the shoulder
• Appreciate pitfalls in imaging the shoulder that will allow for a higher diagnostic accuracy
• Recognize rotator cuff partial and full-thickness tears
• Discuss the utility of gadolinium in MSK tumors
• Apply imaging protocols for MSK tumors
• Apply proper protocols for imaging the wrist
• Diagnose multiple causes of lateral ankle pain
• Understand the utility of MRI of the hip
• Understand patterns of failure in knee menisci information

Neuroradiology Review
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...29.
Awarded by....Johns Hopkins.
Cost...........$1195.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format...DVD/MP4: Includes 15 DVDs plus 2 MP4 data discs, 1 CD-ROM Syllabus with carrying case, and CME Information
Target Audience...RADIOLOGY, NEURORADIOLOGY, NEUROLOGY, NEUROSURGEON, ENT.
Educational material last updated....March 29, 2012.
Expiration of CME credit...March 28, 2015.

Neuroradiology Review is a comprehensive review of neuroradiology which prepares you to tackle imaging of the brain, spine, head, and neck, as well as the vascular anatomy of the central nervous system. The overall emphasis is on practical knowledge, specifically in preparation for maintenance of certification requirements for radiologists and subspecialty certification in neuroradiology. 
After completing Neuroradiology Review, you will demonstrate the ability to:
• Accurately describe degenerative disorders of the spine using standardized nomenclature
• Describe the fundamentals of advanced imaging modalities in the analysis of neurological disorders
• Identify 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 developmental, neoplastic and non-neoplastic lesions of the brain, spine, and neck in children
• Recognize the indications and methods of vertebroplasty, spinal biopsy, and spinal injections

Pediatric Musculoskeletal Imaging: Beyond the Basics
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...17.
Awarded by....American College of Radiology.
Cost for Credit...$895.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format....DVD & MP4.
Target Audience...RADIOLOGY, ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY, SPORTS MEDICINE.
Educational material last updated....September 21, 2012.
CME Credit Expires...September 21, 2015.

Pediatric Musculoskeletal Imaging: Beyond the Basics covers topics in pediatric and adolescent musculoskeletal imaging including sports medicine.
Upon completion of Pediatric Musculoskeletal Imaging: Beyond the Basics, you will be able to:
• Recognize common disorders and apply advanced techniques in pediatric and adolescent musculoskeletal CT and MRI
• List at least three unique issues related to pediatric and adolescent sports medicine from the perspective of the pediatric radiologist and pediatric orthopedic surgeon
• Describe clinical situations where one might use each of these three applications for pediatric MSK sonography: basic, advanced, and emerging
• Describe how to effectively develop a musculoskeletal interventional practice related to juvenile idiopathic arthritis and MR arthrography

UCSF Current Concepts in Neuro and Musculoskeletal Imaging
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...21.
Awarded by....UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging.
Cost...........$995.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format...Video DVD or Video MP4.
Target Audience...RAD
Educational material last updated....June 16, 2012.
Expiration of CME credit...June 15, 2015.

UCSF Current Concepts in Neuro and Musculoskeletal Imaging provides you with an update on fundamentals of neuro and musculoskeletal imaging. An array of imaging techniques is included with an emphasis on magnetic resonance imaging. The latest information on advances in neuro CT/MRI protocols and advanced MR imaging techniques to improve differential diagnosis of brain & spinal cord lesions is presented. 
Up-to-date imaging protocols is emphasized, as well as specific imaging strategies to solve clinical questions, radiation safety and dose reduction in diagnostic CT imaging. 
After viewing UCSF Current Concepts in Neuro and Musculoskeletal Imaging, you should be able to:
• Apply acquired knowledge in recent advances in CT and MRI techniques to improve imaging protocols in clinical practice for Neuro and Musculoskeletal imaging
• Recognize specific imaging features to identify and diagnose subtle and traumatic neurological conditions including: seizure focus, brain tumors and their mimics, CNS infections, and spinal cord lesions and injuries
• Improve patient safety by appropriately reducing dosage in diagnostic CT imaging;
• Use MR spectroscopic method as a problem solving tool in differentiating various brain masses
• Recognize normal anatomy and pathology related to MRI of the major musculoskeletal joints
• Differentiate normal and abnormal bone marrow processes on MRI
• Correctly characterize and stage bone and soft tissue tumors using MRI

Musculoskeletal MRI
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours... 12.0.
Awarded by.... University of California San Francisco, Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging.
Cost.......... $895.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format...Video DVD and MP4 DVD.
Target Audience...ORTHO, RAD.
Educational material...2010.
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.

Penn Radiology’s ENT, Neuro and Musculoskeletal Imaging
Last visited...May 2013.
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
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.

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Practical Reviews in Nuclear Medicine
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...56 hours per year (4 hours per issue-14 issues per year).
Awarded by....Johns Hopkins.
Cost..........Online 1 year $349; Online 2 years $599; Audio CD 1 year $399; Audio CD 2 years $699.
Format...Text Plus Audio (Online or Audio CD).
Target Audience...ANESTHESIOLOGY.
Educational material updated monthly (14 issues per year).
Expiration of CME credit...Two years after date of publication. 

Practical Reviews in Nuclear Medicine keeps you informed of the most important research and clinical findings published in Nuclear Medicine each month. 
Receive up to 22 nuclear medicine articles summarized and reviewed per issue, including 10-12 in convenient audio format; downloadable PDF of written reviews with Take-Home Pearls that reinforce the audio material and give you a valuable reference for instant recall by subject; and self-assessment online quizzes to highlight key points and reinforce what you've learned. 

Penn Radiology’s Neuro, Head and Neck Imaging
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...17.5 (estimated)
Awarded by.... Awaiting final credit award.
Cost...........$495. 
Format...DVD-ROM, with exportable presentations for mobile devices.
Target Audiences...RADIOLOGISTS and other specialists who utilize or have a special interest in NEURORADIOLOGY, HEAD or NECK IMAGING.
Educational material updated...Expected release date in March, 2013.
Expiration of CME credit...To be determined. 

Penn Radiology’s Neuro, Head and Neck Imaging features the integration of nuclear imaging including PET/CT along with MRI, CT, MRA and CTA in the evaluation of CNS and neck pathology. The presenters of this program employ a whole body approach for the assessment and treatment of diseases of the head, neck, brain, spine and blood vessels from the aortic arch through the Circle of Willis. Special focus on cutting edge technology, dose reduction, dual energy imaging and patients with implantable devices. Penn Radiology’s Neuro, Head and Neck Imaging is estimated at approximately 17.5 credits, and will be available for SAM Credit. Presentations are Playable on Mobile Devices.
After completing this course, you should be able to:
1. Identify and appropriately apply advanced imaging techniques including DWI, perfusion, and spectroscopy in assessing neoplastic, inflammatory and infectious and vascular diseases of the brain and spine;
2. Differentiate intramedullary, intra-dural extramedullary, and epidural spinal tumors and inflammation;
3. Effectively utilize conventional and functional imaging techniques in the evaluation of neurocognitive pathology including seizures, dementia, and metabolic disorders;
4. Accurately identify, localize, and assess the extent of neoplasia affecting the ventral and central skull base, larynx, and pharynx;
5. Optimize and improve interpretation of PET/CT in the evaluation of head and neck cancer using a whole body approach;
6. Appropriately apply imaging arsenal and strategies to evaluate thyroid and parathyroid disease; and
7. Optimize utilization of imaging technology including strategies for radiation dose reduction, application of dual energy CT, and imaging patients with implantable devices (pacemakers, ICDs, shunts, and neurostimulators).

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Fetal and Women’s Imaging: Advances in Ob-Gyn Ultrasound, with Emphasis on the Fetal Heart
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours....17.
Awarded by....Oakstone Publishing.
Cost for Credit...$895.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format....Video DVD and Video MP4 DVD.
Target Audience...RADIOLOGY, OB-GYN, PEDIATRICS.
Educational material last updated....October 15, 2012.
CME Credit Expires...October 15, 2015.

Fetal and Women’s Imaging: Advances in Ob-Gyn Ultrasound, with Emphasis on the Fetal Heart features lecture topics in fetal cardiology, women's imaging and ultrasound.
After viewing this program you will be better able to:
• Develop a systematic approach to evaluating the fetal heart
• Understand current ultrasound evaluation of fetal anomalies and fetal well-being; approach evaluation of fetal anomalies from a more nuanced perspective 
• Improve skills in assessing maternal pelvic structures including uterus, ovaries, and genitourinary tract in the pregnant and non-pregnant patient 
• Incorporate the use of Doppler in obstetrical ultrasound and adnexal evaluation 
• Understand the current status of fetal therapy procedures in order to better counsel patients and incorporate such procedures into practice 
• Understand the genetic basis of fetal anomalies

Advances in Fetal and Neonatal Imaging
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...14.5.
Awarded by....The Society for Pediatric Radiology and the American College of Radiology.
Cost...........$895.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format...Video DVD or Video MP4.
Target Audience...RADIOLOGY, PEDIATRICS, OBGYN
Educational material last updated....April 1, 2013.
Expiration of CME credit... April 1, 2016.

Advances in Fetal and Neonatal Imaging will enable you to understand basic and advanced principles of fetal and neonatal imaging, recognize the need for standardized protocols and how this impacts outcome management. 
After completing Advances in Fetal and Neonatal Imaging, you should be better able to:
• Discuss the basics and advances in fetal and neonatal imaging
• Recognize and describe progress in research concerning the care and imaging of the pregnant patient, fetus and neonate
• Identify challenging issues in perinatal and neonatal medicine

Maternal Fetal Imaging
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours....13.
Awarded by....University of California San Francisco.
Cost for Credit...$895.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format....Video DVD or Video MP4 DVD.
Target Audience...RADIOLOGY, OB-GYN, PEDIATRICS.
Educational material last updated....April 1, 2010.
CME Credit Expires...March 31, 2013.

After studying the Maternal Fetal Imaging course, you should be able to:
• Understand current ultrasound evaluation of fetal anomalies and fetal well-being
• Know the rationale for first trimester genetic screening
• Perform nuchal translucency measurements
• Understand the expanding role of 3D ultrasound in obstetrical and gynecological diagnosis
• Improve your skills in fetal cardiac diagnosis

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Pediatric Radiology
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...31.
Awarded by....The Society for Pediatric Radiology.
Cost for Credit...$895.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format....DVD & MP4.
Target Audience...RADIOLOGY and other Imaging Specialists.
Educational material last updated....April 16, 2012.
CME Credit Expires...April 15, 2015.

After viewing Pediatric Radiology, you should be able to:
• Summarize the most current information on state-of-the-art pediatric imaging and the practice of pediatric radiology
• Describe and apply new technologies for pediatric imaging
• Discuss common challenges facing pediatric radiologists and possible solutions
• Evaluate and apply means of minimizing radiation exposure during diagnostic imaging and image-guided therapy

Pediatric Radiology - Clinical and Radiology Perspectives
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...29.
Awarded by....American Roentgen Ray Society.
Cost for Credit...$795.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format....Video DVD or Video MP4 DVD.
Target Audience...RADIOLOGY.
Educational material last updated....July 15, 2010.
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.

ALARA - CT (As Low As Reasonably Achievable)
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...8.5.
Awarded by....The Society for Pediatric Radiology and the American College of Radiology.
Cost...........$850.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format...Video DVD or Video MP4.
Target Audience...RAD, PED.
Educational material last updated....August 1, 2011.
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.

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Risk Management Rounds: Radiology  - MedRisk
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD. 
Credit hours...5.0.
Awarded by....Medical Risk Management, Inc.
Cost for Credit....$75.
Instruction Type....Text-Only.
Target Audience...RAD.
Educational material last updated...August 1, 2011.
CME Credit Expires...July 31, 2014.

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Radiologists are sued for a number of reasons. The most frequent allegation is a missed or delayed diagnosis. Diagnostic errors comprise 62 percent of claims brought against radiologists, and 76 percent of claims that resulted in indemnity payment. Clearly, errors in diagnosis are a significant problem for radiology. Other sources of error include complications with diagnostic procedures; improper care and treatment; falls; equipment failures; and adverse reactions to contrast media.
Upon completion of Risk Management Rounds: Radiology, you should be able to:
1. Name the four elements of malpractice.
2. Identify the six most common causes of action against radiologists.
3. Discuss risk management strategies in radiology.
4. Comfortably handle common situations that could place radiologists at risk.
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Thoracic Imaging from The Society of Thoracic Radiology  
 
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...26.75.
Awarded by....Society of Thoracic Radiology.
Cost..........$1095.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format... Video DVD & Video MP4 DVD.
Target Audience...Radiology, Chest Medicine, Cardiothoracic Surgeons.
Educational material last updated...June 1, 2012.
Expiration of CME credit...May 31, 2014.

After completing Thoracic Imaging from The Society of Thoracic Radiology, you will be able to:
• Summarize the role of imaging in the assessment of both ischemic and non-ischemic heart disease
• Describe a multifaceted approach to the assessment of diffuse lung disease
• Optimize the use of imaging in diagnosis and staging of lung malignancies
• Outline approaches to radiation dose reduction in CT of the chest
• Summarize the role of imaging in the assessment of the pulmonary arteries
Describe technological advances in computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance (MR) imaging, and positron emission tomography (PET) as they relate to chest disease
• Understand the role of imaging in the ICU and postoperative patients
• Describe the imaging features of infections in the lung

Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Imaging
Last visited...May 2013.
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.
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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.

Lung Cancer Virtual Education Congress: Improving Patient Outcomes through Earlier and More Personalized Treatment
This meeting was presented live online on December 12, 2012, and is now available on demand through June 12, 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...3.0.
Awarded by....Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
Cost...........Free.
Instruction Type...Streaming Video Lectures.
Target Audiences...Medical Oncologists, Radiation Oncologists, Pulmonologists, Oncology Nurses, Surgeons, Family Physicians, Nurses, Advanced Practice Nurses, Physician Assistants, Pharmacists and other practitioners, involved in diagnosing and treating lung cancer patients.
Educational material updated...December 12th, 2012.
Financial Support...Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Genentech, USA, and Daiichi Sankyo.
Expiration of CME credit...June 13, 2013.

Lung Cancer Virtual Education Congress: Improving Patient Outcomes through Earlier and More Personalized Treatment
This meeting was presented live online on December 12, 2012, and is now available on demand through June 12, 2013.
After participating in this Lung Cancer Virtual Education Congress, you will be able to:
• Describe recent advances in prevention, imaging, and early detection of lung cancer and to identify patients most likely to benefit from annual screening
• Choose patients most likely to respond to a specific targeted biologic therapy, based on the biomarker profile of the disease
• Manage the adverse effects and events of combination therapy to achieve greater adherence to therapy among lung cancer patients and improved quality of life
Topics Include:
• Moving Biomarker Identification into Clinical Practice
• Recent Advances in Lung Cancer Screening, Risk Assessment, Imaging, and Early Diagnosis: What Is Ready for Prime Time?
• Recent developments in targeted therapy for NSCLC

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Emergency Ultrasound
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...9.5.
Awarded by....University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine
Cost..........$795.
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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.
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.

Sights and Sounds of Echocardiography
Last visited...May 2013. 
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...23.5; Fulfills Echo lab CME requirements.
Awarded by.... Veritas Institute of Continuing Medical Education.
Cost...........$595. Combo and Quantity Discounts Available.
Format...DVD-ROM, with presentations playable on mobile devices
Target Audiences... CARDIOLOGISTS, CARDIOVASCULAR SURGEONS, RADIOLOGISTS, ANESTHESIOLOGISTS, TECHNOLOGISTS and SONOGRAPHERS seeking to meet their Echo lab CME requirements.
Educational material updated...October 15, 2012.
Expiration of CME credit...October 14, 2015.

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Meetings By Mail presents Sights and Sounds of Echocardiography. This course is designed to meet Echocardiography Lab CME requirements for certification, with specific focus on hemodynamics, structural heart disease (RAVR, Clip, PFO/ASD), myocardial mechanics, advanced heart failure including LVAD, contrast-enhanced imaging, 3D imaging, pericardial disease and myocardial disease. 
With over 25 hours of presentation materials, it is designed to meet the Echo Lab CME requirement for physicians, technologists and sonographers. This DVD-ROM includes Exportable Files of all presentations, for viewing on smart phones, iPads, tablets and Kindle Fire.
After completing Sights and Sounds of Echocardiography, you will be able to:
• Incorporate 2D/3D echocardiography/Doppler information in clinical decision-making;
• Apply state-of-the-art practice of obtaining myocardial mechanics information for application into clinical practice; 
• Assess Doppler and color flow imaging; 
• Assess LV function quantitatively (volumes, mass and EF); 
• Recognize the usefulness of Doppler for assessing hemodynamics and diastolic function; 
• Describe the value and limitations of contrast echocardiography; 
• Identify roles of cardiovascular ultrasound for structural heart disease;
• Apply ASE/ACC/AHA guidelines for valvular heart disease; and
• Apply knowledge of 3D echocardiography into clinical practice. 

Intensive Vascular Ultrasound Interpretation Review
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...11.5.
Awarded by....Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Center for Continuing Education.
Cost........... $795.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Formats...Video - DVD & MP4.
Target Audiences...ULTRASOUND, VASCULAR SURGERY, RADIOLOGY, CARDIOLOGY.
Educational material last updated...August 1, 2012.
Expiration of CME credit...December 31, 2014.

The Intensive Vascular Ultrasound Interpretation Review covers the entire spectrum of vascular laboratory diagnostics and includes both ultrasound and physiological testing. 
The program includes presentations of vascular studies, mock registry type examination questions, and vascular physics and technology drills. 
The course is especially aimed at trainees in vascular medicine, vascular surgery, cardiovascular medicine, and radiology who are planning to sit 
for the ARDMS Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI) examination.
After completing the Intensive Vascular Ultrasound Interpretation Review, you will be able to:
• Demonstrate understanding of basic ultrasound physics concepts and their application to vascular ultrasound
• Recognize common imaging and Doppler artifacts encountered in the vascular laboratory
• Utilize spectral Doppler waveforms to assist in the evaluation of arterial and venous disease
• Demonstrate interpretation skills for diagnosis of internal carotid artery Stenosis using duplex ultrasound
• Demonstrate interpretation skills for diagnosis of acute venous thrombosis and venous valvular incompetency
using duplex ultrasound
• Utilize arterial physiological testing to localize anatomic extent and severity of lower extremity peripheral artery
disease in the patient with claudication
• Apply standard diagnostic criteria to diagnose renal and mesenteric artery stenosis using duplex ultrasound
• Identify areas of knowledge deficit to improve preparation for the ARDMS Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI) Examination

UCSF Abdominal and Pelvic Imaging: CT/MR/US
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...11.5. The total credits are inclusive of 5.25 in CT, 4.0 in MR, and 2.5 in US.
Awarded by....University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine.
Cost...........$850.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format...Video DVD or Video MP4.
Target Audience...RADIOLOGY, CT, MR, US
Educational material last updated....May 16, 2012.
Expiration of CME credit...May 15, 2015.

The UCSF Abdominal and Pelvic Imaging: CT/MR/US activity’s main goal is to improve daily clinical practice relevant to patient care. The program provides updates on the latest technologies, including how-to improve image quality, detection and diagnosis of disease, and issues concerning patient safety. 
This is conveyed through an updated review of evidence-based practice, with particular emphasis on emerging technologies, such as the use of MR in imaging of the small bowel and pediatric patients. It also includes a review and discussion of the results of the SRU Consensus Conference on how to manage incidentally-detected asymptomatic adnexal cysts in pre- and post- menopausal women.
After concluding this course, 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/malignant and common/uncommon diseases
• Anticipate potential pitfalls and limitations of the different imaging modalities
• Use appropriate protocols to decrease imaging time and minimize patient radiation exposure, especially for the pediatric patient
• Apply the ACR Incidental Findings Committee’s recommendations for managing incidental findings on CT scans of the kidney, liver, adrenal glands and pancreas

Advances in Fetal and Neonatal Imaging
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...16.75.
Awarded by....The Society for Pediatric Radiology and the American College of Radiology.
Cost...........$850.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format...Video DVD or Video MP4.
Target Audience...RAD, PED, OBGYN
Educational material last updated....May 1, 2011.
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.

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Intensive Vascular Ultrasound Interpretation Review
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...11.5.
Awarded by....Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Center for Continuing Education.
Cost........... $795.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Formats...Video - DVD & MP4.
Target Audiences...ULTRASOUND, VASCULAR SURGERY, RADIOLOGY, CARDIOLOGY.
Educational material last updated...August 1, 2012.
Expiration of CME credit...December 31, 2014.

The Intensive Vascular Ultrasound Interpretation Review covers the entire spectrum of vascular laboratory diagnostics and includes both ultrasound and physiological testing. 
The program includes presentations of vascular studies, mock registry type examination questions, and vascular physics and technology drills. 
The course is especially aimed at trainees in vascular medicine, vascular surgery, cardiovascular medicine, and radiology who are planning to sit 
for the ARDMS Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI) examination.
After completing the Intensive Vascular Ultrasound Interpretation Review, you will be able to:
• Demonstrate understanding of basic ultrasound physics concepts and their application to vascular ultrasound
• Recognize common imaging and Doppler artifacts encountered in the vascular laboratory
• Utilize spectral Doppler waveforms to assist in the evaluation of arterial and venous disease
• Demonstrate interpretation skills for diagnosis of internal carotid artery Stenosis using duplex ultrasound
• Demonstrate interpretation skills for diagnosis of acute venous thrombosis and venous valvular incompetency
using duplex ultrasound
• Utilize arterial physiological testing to localize anatomic extent and severity of lower extremity peripheral artery
disease in the patient with claudication
• Apply standard diagnostic criteria to diagnose renal and mesenteric artery stenosis using duplex ultrasound
• Identify areas of knowledge deficit to improve preparation for the ARDMS Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI) Examination

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Osler Radiology Board Reviews
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...Vary according to format. See ===>
Awarded by....Osler Institute.
Cost..........Vary according to format. See ===>
Instruction Type... Live or audio recordings.
Target Audience...RAD.
Educational material updated on an ongoing basis.

The Osler Radiology Board Reviews offer learning in a variety of venues and formats. 
See the site for the next Osler Radiology Written Board Review. Topics include all major areas of Radiology.  
Credit Hours...50. Price... $840 for Residents; $1260 for practicing radiologists.
See the site for the next 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.
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.

Neuroradiology Review
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...29.
Awarded by....Johns Hopkins.
Cost...........$1195.
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Instruction Type...Slide-Video Lectures.
Format...DVD/MP4: Includes 15 DVDs plus 2 MP4 data discs, 1 CD-ROM Syllabus with carrying case, and CME Information
Target Audience...RADIOLOGY, NEURORADIOLOGY, NEUROLOGY, NEUROSURGEON, ENT.
Educational material last updated....March 29, 2012.
Expiration of CME credit...March 28, 2015.

Neuroradiology Review is a comprehensive review of neuroradiology which prepares you to tackle imaging of the brain, spine, head, and neck, as well as the vascular anatomy of the central nervous system. The overall emphasis is on practical knowledge, specifically in preparation for maintenance of certification requirements for radiologists and subspecialty certification in neuroradiology. 
After completing Neuroradiology Review, you will demonstrate the ability to:
• Accurately describe degenerative disorders of the spine using standardized nomenclature
• Describe the fundamentals of advanced imaging modalities in the analysis of neurological disorders
• Identify 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 developmental, neoplastic and non-neoplastic lesions of the brain, spine, and neck in children
• Recognize the indications and methods of vertebroplasty, spinal biopsy, and spinal injections

Interventional Radiology Review
Last visited...May 2013.
Reviewed by...Bernard Sklar, MD.
Credit hours...23.5.
Awarded by....UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging.
Cost...........$1195.
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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.

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