Breast Imaging in the Big Apple

Breast Imaging in the Big Apple - Held at The New York Academy of Medicine
December 6 - 9


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, Full Field Digital Mammography, and Breast Ultrasound, as well as newly evolving technologies such as MRI Spectroscopy, Molecular Breast Imaging, Tomosynthesis, and Whole Breast Ultrasound.



INSTRUCTIONAL OBJECTIVES:



At the conclusion of this course, the participant should be able to:


Review the basic principles of screening mammography for detecting early breast cancer.
Outline the current applications of breast Ultrasound in diagnostic, screening, and interventional settings for earlier detection and accurate diagnosis of breast cancer.
Describe the major aspects of breast MR, including imaging techniques, image interpretation, biopsy techniques, and current indications, as an evolving new weapon in the war on breast cancer.
Discuss the current medical and legal concerns regarding the missed breast cancer, in an effort to improve early detection of breast cancer.
Delineate current and future applications of Full Field Digital Mammography and CAD as additional new tools for early detection of breast cancer.
Understand the importance of IDEBI in the incorporation of Full Field Digital Mammography into clinical practice.
Appreciate the role of MR Spectroscopy, Molecular Breast Imaging, Digital Breast Tomosynthesis, and Whole Breast Ultrasound in improving early detection of breast cancer in the future.



TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is intended for all radiologists with a special interest in Breast Imaging. The faculty is comprised of nationally recognized expert teachers of Breast Imaging with a broad breadth of experience and knowledge in this field.



ACCREDITATION:

The International Institute for Continuing Medical Education, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditaiton council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.



DESIGNATION:

The International Institute for Continuing Medical Education, Inc., designates this educational activity for a maximum of 18.0 AMA PRA Category 1 credits TM. This includes 5.25 hours of Breast MRI, 4.5 hours of Full-Field Digital Mammography, and 3.0 hours of Breast Ultrasound. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.