Mammograms to MRI: Breast Imaging and Interventions

Mammograms to MRI: Breast Imaging and Interventions
Friday, March 20, 2009 - Sunday, March 22, 2009
Atlanta, GA

MEETING SPONSOR:
Duke University
Department of Radiology
Debbie Griffin
Box 3808
Durham, NC 27710
(919) 684-7228
FAX (919) 684-7127
Email: deborah.griffin@duke.edu
Website: http://radiology.duke.edu/

CONFERENCE CENTER:
Westin Buckhead Hotel
3391 Peachtree Road, N.E.
Atlanta, GA 30326
Toll-Free (888) 625-5144
(404) 365-0065
FAX (404) 365-8787
Website: http://www.starwoodhotels.com/westin/search/hotel_detail.html?propertyID=1485

MEETING BROCHURE:
To view and print the meeting brochure, click here:
http://radiology.duke.edu/wysiwyg/downloads/Kiawah_Schedule.doc

MEETING DESCRIPTION:
This program is designed to provide a comprehensive review and update of both established breast imaging modalities along with advances in state-of-the-art techniques. A complete discussion – with emphasis on practical advice – of analog and digital mammography, breast ultrasound and interventional techniques will provide a strong foundation to advance to newer technologies. Identifying the role and interpretation of breast MRI will be given special attention.

After attending the course, participants should be able to:
1. Accurately interpret a screening or diagnostic mammogram.
2. Determine the appropriate workup of a breast lesion.
3. Accurately interpret breast ultrasound exams.
4. Determine the correct follow-up after needle core biopsy of breast lesions.
5. Establish sensible indications and techniques for breast MRI exams for their own facility.
6. Accurately interpret breast MRI exams.
7. Understand the potential advantages and possible limitations of advanced modalities for breast imaging.

INSTRUCTORS:
Baker, Soo, Ghate

CME HOURS: 17.5

LECTURE TOPICS:
Mammography/Women's Imaging, MRI, Ultrasound

ACTIVITIES: not listed