Digital Breast Tomosynthesis

Digital Breast Tomosynthesis
Saturday, February 11, 2012 - Saturday, February 11, 2012
Advanced Health Education Center
Houston, Texas (TX), United States
Provided by Advanced Health Education Center

CME Provider:
Advanced Health Education Center
8502 Tybor Drive
Houston, Texas (TX) 77074
United States

Toll Free: (800) 239-1361
Phone: (713) 772-0157
Fax: (713) 772-0155

Conference Center:
Advanced Health Education Center
8502 Tybor Drive
Houston, Texas (TX) 77074
United States

Phone: (800) 239-1361

Description:
Come spend the day learning the new digital mammography application that is expected to show an increase in breast cancer detection and reduce call back rates. The day is filled with interesting new information on Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT). We will investigate the DBT technology, mammography technologist quality control testing, clinical applications and more. While 2D mammography has its benefits over analog there is still the issue of superimposed tissue which can obscure structures. This unique modality demonstrates breast tissue without overlying structures by imaging the breast in thin cross sectional slices. You don’t want to miss this day of education and get in on the ground floor of knowledge regarding this fascinating new modality. Digital Breast Tomosynthesis is a new modality under MQSA which requires personnel to receive 8 hours of initial training before performing this clinical examination. This seminar provides 8 hours of initial training in digital breast tomosynthesis for technologists as required by MQSA. Physicians are welcome to attend and recieve 8 Category 1 credits however the MQSA requirements for physicians in this modality are specific to interpretation. Physicians must call AHEC at 800-239-1361 to register for this course in order to receive Category 1 credit. The cost for technologists for this course is $189.00 and for physicians $289.00 Register early you don't want to miss this opportunity!

Course Topics
• Digital Breast Tomosynthesis Theory and Physics
• FDA Submitted Clinical Trail Information
• FDA Approved Uses and Billing
• Implementing Digital Breast Tomosynthesis
• Radiation Dose Considerations
• Quality Control for Digital Breast Tomosynthesis
• Positioning
• DBT Case Studies

Self Assessment Module (SAM): No

Instructors:
Susan Sprinkle-Vincent, AAS, RT(R)(M)

Specialty Audience:
Radiology