UCSF Abdominal & Pelvic Imaging: CT/MR/US

UCSF Abdominal & Pelvic Imaging: CT/MR/US
Wednesday, February 01, 2012 - Friday, February 03, 2012
Miramonte Resort and Spa
Indian Wells, California (CA), United States
Provided by UCSF Department of Radiology

CME Provider:
UCSF Department of Radiology
Postgraduate Education
3333 California Street, Suite 375
San Francisco, California (CA) 94143-0629
United States

Phone: (415) 476-5731
Fax: (415) 476-9213

Conference Center:
Miramonte Resort and Spa
45000 Indian Wells Lane
Indian Wells, California (CA) 92210
United States

Toll Free: (800) 237-2926
Phone: (760) 341-2200

Description:
At the completion of this course, the attendee should be able to:
1. Identify indications for the use of the different imaging modalities (CT/MR/US) for various abdomino-pelvic organs and conditions;
2. Implement practical procedures and technical tips for optimal image quality;
3. Better differentiate between the anatomy/pathology of both benign / malignant and common / uncommon diseases;
4. Anticipate potential pitfalls and limitations of the different imaging modalities;
5. Use appropriate protocols to decrease imaging time and minimize patient radiation exposure, especially for the pediatric patient;
6. Apply the ACR Incidental Findings Committee’s recommendations for managing incidental findings on CT scans of the kidney, liver, adrenal glands and pancreas.

Self Assessment Module (SAM): Yes

Instructors:
UCSF Faculty: Liina Poder, MD (ultrasound); Aliya Qayyum, MD (ct/mri); Stefanie Weinstein, MD (ct/mri); Jesse Courtier, MD (pediatrics). Guest Faculty: Michael Federle (ct/mri), Stanford University.

Specialty Audience:
Radiology