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5-Day Mammography Course for Technologists

also 4 day course option
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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 initial training course for mammography technologists and includes 8 hours introduction to digital mammography as required by MQSA (included in 5 day and 4 day course option) for operation 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     Jul 16-20, 2013
Milwaukee, WI     Sep 24-28, 2013
Milwaukee, WI     Oct29-Nov2, 2013
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Faculty
  • Thomas Aufdemberge, MS, DABR
  • Shelly Lille, BS, RT(R)(M)
  • Nichole Markham, MS, RDMS, RVT, RT(R)
  • Wendy Marshall, RT(R)(M)(QM)
  • Douglas Simpkin, Ph.D.
  • Gale Sisney, M.D.
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 40 hour MTMI course (5 day course) is highly recommended and includes 8 hours of digital mammography, film critique, breast pathology, mammograhy QC and advanced hands-on positioning.
The 35.5 hour course (4 day course) also includes the 8 hours of Digital Mammography training as required by MQSA.
  • 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.
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) must be performed under the direct supervision of a qualified mammographr, and in some 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. The cost of this clinical training is $575.
Course Credit
These courses provide Category A credits approved by the ASRT
and recognized by the ARRT.


The 5 day course (total of 40 Cat A credit) is highly recommended and includes film critique, breast pathology and the 8 hours introduction to digital mammography as required by MQSA.

The 4 day course (total of 35.5 Cat A credit) also includes the 8 hours introduction to digital mammography as required by MQSA.

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 - 5:00pm (lunch on your own each day)
  • Breast Anatomy and Physiology
  • Patient Communication
  • Physics and Technology of Mammography
  • Film Screen Mammography
Day 2 Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Basic Positioning - CC and MLO
  • Additional Views
  • Difficult to Position Patients - Solutions
  • Special Circumstances
  • Clinical Image Evaluation
Day 3 Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Hands-on Workshop (participation optional)
  • Quality Control Testing
  • Basic Sensitometry
  • Breast Pathology and Case Studies
  • Hands-on Positioning Workshop (optional)
Day 4 Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • 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 8:00 am-12:00 pm
  • Breast Imaging Modalities
  • Preparation for the Mammography Registry
    • What I need to know!
  • What is the difference bwtween regulatory bodies?
    • MQSA, ACR, ARRT and more
  • Discussion
*Schedule is subject to change.

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

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Registration
All prices for dates in the US are in US dollars.
All prices for dates in Canada are in Canadian dollars.



 ♦ AmountEarlyReg Door
4 days   
Regular Price895.00850.00895.00
Member Price870.00825.00870.00
5 days   
Regular Price995.00950.00995.00
Member Price970.00925.00970.00

Qualifying 'Early' registrations must be made at least 21 days in advance for the program.



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Technologist member enrollment fee is $39 (reduced from $45).
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Physicist member enrollment fee is $65.

*Events in Canadian cities show amounts in Canadian dollars.

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Are you an experienced Mammographer just looking for the 8 hours of Digital Mammography Training required by MQSA? Click here!

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Hotel Information
Milwaukee, WI - 2012 & 2013

ACCOMODATIONS:

Country Inn and Suites - Milwaukee West Brookfield

1250 South Moorland rd.

Brookfield, WI 53005

262-782-1400

http://www.countryinns.com/107230 

MTMI Guest Room Rate:  $89/single  $99/double

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Guest Room Rate Includes:

  • Complimentary airport shuttle (Contact Christy McCalla to make arrangements for pick up  262-787-6142  cmccalla@csmcorp.net)
  • Complimentary shuttle to MTMI Education Center
  • Complimentary breakfast buffet included daily
  • Complimentary shuttle to local shopping.
  • Complimentary internet
  • Complimentary microwave and refrigerator in all rooms
  • Indoor pool, fitness center
  • Reception on first night of course
 

Program Location:

MTMI Education Center
20900 Swenson Dr., Suite 650
Waukesha, WI 53186
262-717-9797
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