Diagnostic Imaging Update - Avon 2017

This course is intended for practicing radiologists and radiologic nurses, physician assistants, technologists, scientists, residents, fellows and others who are interested in current techniques and applications for advanced diagnostic imaging. At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to: Apply advanced techniques and protocol design in CT, MRI, ultrasound, and Interventional Radiology Integrate state-of-the-art imaging techniques and applications into clinical practice. Utilize advanced MDCT for abdominal imaging. Describe recent advances and techniques in musculoskeletal imaging. Apply quality improvement strategies to the practice of interventional radiology, with a focus on increasing efficiency, communication, and collaboration. Describe the common challenges in interpreting whole body and brain PET/CT. Describe thoracic radiologic procedures for clinical cancer management. Optimize imaging methods to reduce the number of false-positive mammography interpretations. Assess the current status and future applications of advanced breast imaging technologies.