Detection and Diagnosis of Early Breast Cancer Using the Multimodality Approach

Multimodality dETECTION AND DIAGNOSIS OF BREAST diseases

The mammographic, ultrasound, MRI, and histologic images of a wide range of breast diseases will be explained using the latest presentation technology tools in a multiple-screen presentation format.

Didactic correlation between the clinical picture, mammograms, galactogram, and thick section / 3D histology is an approach which can be readily understood and applied in practice.

Illustration of the entire spectrum of breast pathology as it presents on the mammogram/3D US and MRI using comparisons with unique large histology sections (10 x 8 cm) and subgross / 3D pathology.

The subgross thick-section histologic images graphically illustrate the normal breast structure and its alterations with disease. This type of presentation will help the attendees understand the underlying pathophysiology, explaining the mammographic and ultrasound appearance of the alterations.

Breast ultrasound lectures by A. Thomas Stavros, M.D., F.A.C.R

Breast MRI lectures by Gillian Newstead, M.D., F.A.C.R., Christophe Frouge, M.D., Ph.D., and
Robert Schmidt, M.D., F.A.C.R.

Reading sessions: Normal mammograms and breast MRI cases mixed with early breast cancer cases displayed on digital viewing stations. Immediate feedback following reading.
For Radiology Technologist – Hands-on positioning workshop with live models.
Instructors: Joan Berry, R.T. and Sandy Reynaga, R.T.

THE ATTENDEES HAVE TWO OPTIONS TO CHOOSE FROM in the courses held in the USA:

1) An extended course, amounting to a four-and-a-half day, with Day 1 devoted exclusively to breast MRI,
with the remaining MRI lectures and activities distributed throughout the rest of the course. See the Description and Program Objectives on pp 3 & 4. Attendance in this option will provide a maximum of 32 Category I CME credits, of which 15 credit hours of breast MRI, fulfi lling the MIPPA accreditation requirements for breast MRI. In addition, the course will provide 2 hrs of Category I CME credits in breast ultrasound. The course tuition is $ US 1,350.-

2) Those who wish, can choose the classic three-and-a-half day MEI course, starting on Day 2 of the extended MULTIMODALITY DETECTION AND DIAGNOSIS OF BREAST DISEASES course. See the
Description and Program Objectives above. Detailed course schedule can be viewed on MEI’s website: www.mammographyed.com This course will provide a total of 24 hrs of Category I CME credits, including 2 hrs of Category I CME credits in ultrasound and 6 hrs of Category I CME credits of breast MRI. The tuition for attending this course is $ US 1,100 (residents/fellows/military: $ US 795.-, RTs: $ US 545.-)

THE EXTENDED MEI COURSE FULFILLS THE MIPPA ACCREDITATION REQUIREMENTS

MEI offers a four-and-a-half day long, extended CME course option for the potential attendees in 2011

MIPPA requires accreditation in breast MRI reimbursement by MEDICARE and MEDICAID effective
Jan 2012.
The course MEI offers is going to fulfi ll the accreditation requirements for breast MRI as the course
will provide 15 Category I CME credit hours of breast MRI
In addition to the lectures outlined in the detailed schedule, the registrants will be able to view cases on individual workstations and interpret studies under supervision

Choose 3 or 4 day course with MRI or without MRI

Four Day Course---32 hours of Category I CME credits
Three Day Course--24 hours of Category I CME credits

Tuition:
$1350 USD - Physicians WITH MRI
$1100 USD - Physicians WITHOUT MRI
$795 USD - Residents/Fellows/Military/Others
$545 USD - Technologists

Venue & Accommodations:
Hyatt Regency La Jolla
3777 La Jolla Village Drive
La Jolla, California
Tel -1-858-552-1234

Room Rate $175USD plus service fee and taxes
Please reserve room by January 3, 2011