Breast Imaging 2009
2009-03-30 04:00 - 2009-04-03 03:59 UTC | Naples, FL 34103
Breast Imaging 2009
Monday, March 30, 2009 - Thursday, April 2, 2009
Naples, FL

MEETING SPONSOR:
International Institute for CME
P.O. Box 350
Springville, AL 35146
(205) 467-3158
FAX (205) 467-3199
Email: iicmemail@gmail.com
Website: http://www.iicme.net

CONFERENCE CENTER:
Naples Grande Resort and Club
475 Seagate Drive
Naples, FL 34103
Toll-Free (888) 422-6177
Website: http://www.naplesgranderesort.com/

MEETING DESCRIPTION:
COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course provides a balanced overview of more traditional breast imaging, blended with the newest state-of-the-art breast imaging techniques and modalities. Special attention will be given to Breast MRI and Full Field Digital Mammography, as well as newly evolving technologies such as Molecular Imaging. Operational issues in Breast Imaging will also be addressed.

INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVES:

Ø Review the basic principles of screening and diagnostic mammography.

1. Outline the current applications of breast Ultrasound in diagnostic, screening, and interventional settings.

2. Describe the major aspects of breast MR, including imaging techniques and current indications.

3. Discuss the current medical and legal concerns regarding the missed breast cancer.

4. Delineate current and future applications of Full Field Digital Mammography.

5. Appreciate the importance of operational issues in the success of a breast imaging practice, especially regarding billing and coding, and risk management.

INSTRUCTORS:
Linver, Cardenosa, Destounis, Monticciolo

CME HOURS: 16.5

LECTURE TOPICS:
Mammography/Women's Imaging, MRI, Ultrasound

ACTIVITIES: Beach/Ocean

For more information visit https://community.radrounds.com/events/breast-imaging-2009
