27th Annual Computed Body Tomography 2011: The Cutting Edge

27th Annual Computed Body Tomography 2011: The Cutting Edge

February 17-20, 2011

Description

Due to rapid advances in technology, radiologists and radiologic technologists often require a comprehensive review of recent advances in computed body tomography. This activity will focus on 64-slice MDCT and newer systems including dual-source CT scanners. The schedule offers a series of 40-minute lectures designed to concentrate on specific topics in-depth, including state-of-the-art technology and software. Participants will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge of 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.

Objectives
After attending this activity, the participant will demonstrate the ability to:

• Summarize the latest concepts in the 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 their knowledge in the current role of MDCT/CTA in the evaluation of pancreatic and renal tumors
• Expand their knowledge in the current role of CT angiography and how to optimize its performance

Hotel Information

Disney Yacht and Beach Hotel and Convention Center
1700 Epcot Resorts Boulevard
Lake Buena Vista, Orlando, Florida 32830

PHONE: (407) 934-3372
FAX: (407) 934-3305

Hotel Reservation Cut-Off Date: January 17, 2011

The Johns Hopkins Office of CME makes every effort to secure the best rate for overnight accommodations. The rate is part of a negotiated conference package that incorporates many services. By staying at the host hotel and booking within the room block, you help us maintain current conference benefits and keep future registration fees reasonable. Please consider this when making your overnight accommodations decision.

ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

CREDIT DESIGNATION STATEMENT
The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 23.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

OTHER CREDIT
This activity has been approved by AHRA, the approving RCEEM: The Association for Medical Imaging Management for a maximum of 6.5 Category A, ARRT continuing education credits for Part 1, 7.0 Category A, ARRT continuing education credits for Part II, 6.5 Category A, ARRT continuing education credits for Part III and 4.0 Category A, ARRT continuing education credits for Part IV for a combined total maximum of 24.50 Category A, ARRT continuing education credits. You must attend each session in its entirety to obtain credit. No partial session credit will be awarded.

Policy On Speaker And Provider Disclosure

It is the policy of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine that the speaker and provider disclose real or apparent conflicts of interest relating to the topics of this educational activity, and also disclose discussions of unlabeled/unapproved uses of drugs or devices during their presentation(s). Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine OCME has established policies in place that will identify and resolve all conflicts of interest prior to this educational activity. Detailed disclosure will be made in the activity handout materials.