MRI Cross Sectional Anatomy and Scan Protocols

This new advanced modality course will move your MRI skills to the next plane in imaging. AHEC’s seasoned instructor will guide you through the essential aspects of obtaining an appropriate clinical history prior to patient imaging. Emphasis will be placed on sectional anatomy and imaging sequences used by today’s technologists in routine MRI procedures. There will also be information provided related to special protocols for pathology and disease processes such as Parkinson’s and Multiple Sclerosis. Final course topics will be related to the use and indications for contrast media in studies and artifacts found on images. So if you are new to the modality or a seasoned technologist, it’s time to fine-tune your skills in Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

Course Topics
• Clinical History related to the MRI examination
• Cross-sectional anatomy for MRI scanning
• How contrast media can enhance the MRI study
• Selection of appropriate scan protocols and imaging sequences
• Imaging artifacts and how they affect image quality
• Specialty imaging related to chronic disease processes and metastasis