Fundamentals of Bone Densitometry

Fundamentals of Bone Densitometry
Saturday, February 20, 2010
Bridgewater, NJ

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Advanced Health Education Center
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CONFERENCE CENTER:
Hilton Garden Inn-Bridgewater
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Bridgewater, NJ 08807

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MEETING DESCRIPTION:
Preparing for your registry? Bone densitometry has evolved from an interesting test, prior to medications prescribed for Osteoporosis and Osteopenia, to a diagnostic exam that is significant in the treatment and diagnosis of millions of people. This course contains information corresponding to the content of the ARRT advanced level certification in Bone Densitometry and clarifies the important information specified by the Bone Density Society as being “must know” fundamentals.

Course Topics

• Physiology of bone
- Function of bone
- Bone structure
- Bone remodeling
• Osteoporosis and Bone Health
- Clinical indications
- Evaluation and diagnosis
• Risk factors for osteoporosis
- Genetic
- Endocrine
- Nutritional
- Lifestyle
- Medications
• Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis
• Equipment operation and quality control

INSTRUCTORS:
Mohr

CME HOURS: 8

LECTURE TOPICS:
Mammography/Women's Imaging