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Medical Technology Management Institute

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5-Day Mammography Course for Technologists
Course Overview
High quality mammographic images have a direct impact on the quality of care for patients being evaluated for breast cancer.
The MTMI Mammography Course for Technologists continues its reputation as the premier training course for mammography technologists and includes 8 hours introduction to digital mammography as required by MQSA for operations of digital mammography devices.
This comprehensive course uses lecture sessions, radiographs and hands-on training sessions with live models to enhance your skills and understanding of the mammography process. Quality control, technologist responsibilities for quality assurance, positioning with breast implants as required by MQSA and film critique are also covered.

Extended clinical training is available on a limited basis for technologists wishing to complete their 25 supervised exams. Please see information below.
Course Objectives
At the completion of this course, participants will be able to:
  • Demonstrate basic positioning skills for the CC and MLO views.
  • Explain advanced positioning technique for supplementary views, difficult patients and implant patients.
  • Describe how various physical characteristics of the x-ray tube affect mammographic imaging.
  • Perform mammographic quality control testing procedures per MQSA guidelines.
  • Describe the differences between imaging systems used to perform Full Field Digital Mammography (FFDM) examinations.
  • Describe and develop a comprehensive quality assurance program for digital mammography.
  • Understand the differences between film-screen and digital imaging.
  • Describe the parameters in digital imaging that control resolution and contrast.
  • Know the differences in image display/output devices used in digital mammography.
  • Describe newly emerging technologies used with digital mammographic imaging.
Locations & Dates
Milwaukee, WI Nov 11-15, 08

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Faculty
  • Donald Jacobson, Ph.D
  • Wendy Marshall, RT(R)(M)
  • Terry Kidd, BA, RT(R)(M)(QM)
  • Larry Schoep
  • Laura Field, M.D.
  • Douglas Simpkin, Ph.D.
  • Mary Henne, BS, CNMT, RDMS, RVT
Course Format
This intensive course will utilize a combination of lecture sessions and hands-on positioning workshops taught by a team of experienced mammography instructors. Participants will be individually evaluated on their competency by demonstrating basic mammography positioning on a live model. Clinical case studies will be reviewed during the course and film critique skills will be addressed. The course will conclude with an examination to assess individual competency in mammography.
The 40 hour MTMI course is highly recommended and includes 8 hours of digital mammography, film critique, breast pathology, mammograhy QC and advanced hands-on positioning.
The 36 hour course includes the 8.5 hours of Digital Mammography training as required by MQSA.
A short course consisting of 3 days can be take for 27.5 hours of credit. (For attendees from Michigan, radiation rule 625 requirements can be satisfied in 3 day course with the completion of a supplemental activity.)
  • The 25 supervised clinical exam requirement is also available. Call MTMI for details. (limited enrollment)
  • Prerequisite for this course is ARRT registration or state licensure. Contact MTMI for details.
These sessions are designed to meet FDA regulatory requirements and for registry exam preparation. The Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) mandates that technologists complete 40 hours of documented training specific to mammography. In addition, 25 mammography exams (not included in this course - see option above) msut be performed under the direct supervision of a qualified mammographr, and insome states can be counted toward the 40 hour training requirement.
Extended Clinical
Training Program
MTMI has established a program where students may perform their 25 supervised clinical exams to meet the MQSA requirement. This is designed to follow MTMI's 5 Day Mammography Course. Click here to email Bridgett in MTMI's Education Department to learn more about and to arrange for this program. Space is limited.
Course Credit
These courses provide Category A credits approved by the ARRT. The 40 hour MTMI course is highly recommended and includes film critique, breast pathology and advanced hands-on positioning, as well as a digital mammography introduction. A short-course consisting of the first 3 days can be taken for 27.5 hours of credit. (For attendees from Michigan, radiation rule 625 requirements can be satisfied in the 3-day course with completion a supplemental activity).
A certificate of attendance will be provided for each individual upon completion of the course. All attendees must attend the entire course to receive full credit. Credit from various licensure states has also been applied for.

Need more information about requirements and the registry exam?
Click this link to go directly to the ARRT web site.
All clinical requirements as well as eligibility requirements to sit for the registry exam are listed!
Recommended Reading
On the first day of the course you will be given a course syllabus containing all the course material.
In addition we recommend these books:
"Mammography and Breast Imaging", and
"Langes Question and Answer Mammography Examination"
Course Schedule
Day 1 Tuesday 8:00am - 4:45pm (lunch on your own)
  • Breast Anatomy and Physiology
  • Physics and Technology of Mammography
  • Film Screen Mammography
Day 2 Wednesday
8:00 am - 4:45 pm
3 Day Course participants attend 8am - 7:30pm*
5 Day course participants attend 8am - 4:45 pm
  • Basic Positioning - CC and MLO
  • Additional Views
  • Difficult to Position Patients - Solutions to Problems
  • *Hands-on Postioning (3 day participants only)
Day 3 Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (lunch on your own)
  • Quality Control Testing
  • Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA)
  • Process Quality Control and Crossover
  • Core Biopsy

  • (end of short course)
Day 4 Friday 8:00am - 8:00pm
8:00 am - 4:30 pm - Digital Mammography
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm - Hands-on Positioning
  • Introduction to Digital Mammography
  • Digital Mammography Display
  • Digital Mammography QC
  • Image Quality and Artifacts
  • Radiation Dose
  • ACR/MQSA Requirements for Digital Mammography
  • Advanced Applications
Day 5 Saturday 8:00am-1:00pm
  • Breast Pathology and Case Reviews
  • Other Breast Imaging Modalities
  • Interventional Procedures
  • Review and Progress Exam
*Schedule is subject to change.

Acknowledgments
MTMI would like to thank the following companies who are generously providing educational support for this course:

Aurora Women's Pavilion
of West Allis Memorial Hospital


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OccAmountEarlyMembersMbrs EarlyReg DoorMbr Door
3 days750.00695.00730.00675.00750.00730.00
4 days919.00854.00894.00829.00919.00894.00
5 days995.00950.00975.00930.00995.00975.00

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Hotel Information
Accommodations - Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield
375 S. Moorland Road
Brookfield, WI 53151
To get discounted MTMI rate you must call:
262-364-1100
www.starwoodhotels/sheraton.com
MTMI Guest Room Rate: $95 Single, $99 Double
Make hotel reservations 2 weeks prior to arrival
Shuttle will be provided from hotel to MTMI.

Hotel includes: Complimentary airport transportation, complementary breakfast buffet
in the Alfiere Restaurant, reception on 1st day of each course at 5 pm for all course participants.
Course Location - MTMI Education Center
20900 Swenson Dr., Suite 650
Waukesha, WI 53186
262-717-9797
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