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A Review of CT Imaging
8 Hours ARRT Category A Credit
Christine Eckenrod, RT(R)(CT)
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About this Seminar
Computed Tomography has undergone a tremendous development since the Noble Prize winning works of Sir G. Hounsfield. CT has developed into an essential component of state-of-the art imaging. For these reasons, understanding the physical principals of Computed Tomography is essential for those working in the field as well as those thinking about entering it. The principles of CT data acquisition, image reconstruction, and image display will be discussed. A comprehensive review of CT image quality as well as the factors that affect image quality will be discussed.
This seminar will provide a foundation that will be useful for expanding your knowledge in this modality and will help you prepare for the CT examination.
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Educational Objectives
At the completion of this seminar, participants will:
- Understand the basic principles behind CT technology.
- Review common CT procedures and anatomy visualized through CT.
- Understand the parameters that affect CT image quality.
- Understand CT protocols development and applications.
- Understand the differences between various contrast media and routes of administration.
- Have an insight to contrast media reactions and treatment.
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Who Should Attend
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If you are a CT technologist, or a CT imaging specialist
interested in improving and expanding your CT imaging
capabilities, this seminar is for you. If you are Radiologic
Technologist thinking about entering the CT field or just
wanting to learn more about another modality, this seminar
will meet your needs. This program will provide a good review
of CT principles and concepts for those preparing for the ARRT
subspecialty examination in CT.
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About the Instructor
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Christine Eckenrod RT(R)(CT)
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Christine started her medical imaging career when she graduated from the Altoona Hospital
School of Radiologic Technology in 1986. In 1993, she specialized as a CT technologist
followed by MRI in 2004. She is currently employed as a CT/MR technologist with Alliance
Imaging, INC. She has extensive experience in CT training and protocol development.
Christine presents a lighthearted, easy to understand review of all of the basics of
CT Scanning while reviewing the content specifications for the ARRT CT registry.
You will be sure to enjoy the presentation while learning or refreshing your knowledge
in the field of CT Imaging.
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Seminar Credit
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This program provides 8 hours of Category A continuing
education credit recognized by the ARRT for radiologic
technologists, and credit from various licensure states. A
certificate of attendance will be provided for each
individual upon completion of the seminar. All attendees
must attend the entire seminar to receive full credit.
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Seminar Schedule
| 8:00 am |
Registration and Coffee |
| 8:30 am |
Basic Overview of CT Scanning
- From single-slice to multi-detector scanners
- Image acquisition and display
- CT Scanning parameters and image quality
- Prospective and retrospective imaging
- Quality control in CT and the role of the technologist
- What you need to know for your board exam
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| 10:10 am |
Informal Discussion and Break |
| 10:20 am |
Contrast Injection in CT
- Current indications for contrast injection
- Review of lab values
- Contra-indications to IV contrast
- Injection protocols: rates, volume, pressure limits
- Right arm vs. left arm injection
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| 11:10 am |
CT of the Spine and Extremities
- Anatomy of the spine
- Basic protocols
- Imaging techniques - tips and tricks
- What you need to know for your board exam
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| 12:00 noon |
Lunch - (on your own) |
| 1:00 pm |
CT Scanning of the Head and Neck
- Anatomy of the head and neck
- Basic protocols and CTA of head and neck
- Imaging techniques - tips and tricks
- What you need to know for your board exam
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| 2:20 pm |
CT of the Chest , Abdomen and Pelvis
- Anatomy of the chest, abdomen and pelvis
- Basic protocols and CTA (renal, aorta, run-off)
- Imaging techniques - tips and tricks
- What you need to know for your board exam
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| 2:40 pm |
Informal Discussion and Break |
| 2:50 pm |
CT of the chest (continued)
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| 3:40 pm |
CT Registry Review Mock Exam
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| 4:30 pm |
Adjourn |
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Registration
All prices are in US dollars *
| ♦ | Amount | Early | Reg Door |
| Technologist | | | |
| MTMI Members | 171.00 | 161.00 | 179.00 |
| Non-Members | 189.00 | 179.00 | 199.00 |
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made after the seminar.
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Group discount for a group from one facility registering at the same time: 3-5
attendees 5%; 6 or more attendees 10%. Group discounts for MTMI
Institutional Members can be as high as 25%, please contact MTMI for details
(discount is not applicable if the tuition is paid by purchase order). For
student rates, contact MTMI. Members of MTMI receive a discount. Only one
discount may be applied.
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Hotel Information
Atlanta, GA - April 17, 2010
Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Airport 2301 Sullivan Road College Park, GA 30337 404-766-0303 http://www.atlaptmillieniumctr.gardeninn.comMTMI Room Rate $89 single/double Make Hotel Reservations by 3/26/10 Free Parking
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Chicago/Northbrook, IL June 26. 2010
Renaissance-Northshore 933 Skokie Rd. Northbrook, IL 60062 847-897-5417 or 800-468-3571 http://www.renaissance.hotels.comMTMI Guest Room Rate: $89 Single/Double Make hotel reservations by 6/4/10 Identify yourself as an MTMI attendee Free Parking |
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