Getting Started in CT

Getting Started in CT
Friday, May 15, 2009 - Sunday, May 17, 2009
Las Vegas, NV

MEETING SPONSOR:
Advanced Health Education Center
phoosier@aheconline.com
8502 Tybor Drive
Houston, TX 77074
Toll-Free 800-239-1361
713-772-0157
FAX 713-772-0155
Website: http://aheconline.com

CONFERENCE CENTER:
Palace Station Hotel & Casino
2411 West Sahara Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89102
702-367-2411

MEETING BROCHURE:
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MEETING DESCRIPTION:
Getting Started in CT
Do you want to get expand your career opportunities? If Computed Tomography (CT) is your area of interest this course will assist you in taking that first step. Building upon your fundamental knowledge of x-ray principles, anatomy, and physiology this course provides a gateway to the principles and practices of CT. You will have the opportunity in the three-day class to get an in-depth study of CT principles. In addition to the basic tools, you will investigate the latest in CT imaging technologies. This educational activity is a stepping stone to an advanced level career.
Course Topics
• History & Development of Computed Tomography
• CT Terminology
• Fundamental physics and principles of CT
• CT components and Instrumentation
• Image formation and Quality
• CT Artifacts
• Scanning Protocols
• Contrast Media
• Radiation Safety
• Introduction to Sectional Anatomy


INSTRUCTORS:
Wilson

CME HOURS: 24

LECTURE TOPICS:
CT

ACTIVITIES: not listed