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Excellence in Bone Densitometry
8 Hours ARRT Category A Credit
Michael T. DiMuzio, PhD
About this Seminar
Osteoporosis is a major health problem that affects more than 28 million people in the U.S. Ongoing research advances have created optimism and treatment options for those who have been diagnosed with the disease. The importance of early diagnosis is critical because of the preventive nature of osteoporosis, therefore accurate and precise measurements by DXA (Duel-energy X-ray Absorptiometry) technologists are essential. This seminar will provide attendees with the most recent information on bone densitometry treatment and prevention. You will also obtain a solid foundation in clinical bone densitometry as well as the tools necessary to enhance the quality of your bone densitometry procedures and services.
In addition, the mock registry examination and review will also be a valuable guide for those preparing for the ARRT or ISCD Bone Densitometry Certification Examinations.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this seminar,
participants will be able to:

  • differentiate between the types of bone densitometry technologies available.

  • identify anatomical and pathological abnormalities seen on bone densitometry scans.

  • implement quality assurance and precision testing of DXA scans.

  • list the present forms of osteoporosis treatment and care.

  • define which female and male patients might be at risk of developing osteoporosis.

  • analyze the needs of the elderly patient being examined for osteoporosis.
Locations & Dates
Charlotte, NC Mar 20, 10
Dallas, TX Apr 24, 10
Indianapolis, IN May 15, 10
Denver, CO Jun 12, 10
Atlantic City, NJ Aug 21, 10
Anaheim, CA Sep 11, 10
Toronto, ON Oct 2, 10
Kansas City, MO Oct 9, 10
St. Louis, MO Nov 6, 10

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Who Should Attend
This seminar is for:
  • All health care professionals interested in learning about the clinical use of bone densitometry: RTs, sonographers, nuclear medicine technologists, nurses, OB/GYN, family practice, orthopedics, and internal medicine professionals.

  • Technologists preparing for the ARRT Bone Densitometry Certification Exam or the I.S.C.D. (International Society for Clinical Densitometry) examination to be a Certified DXA Technologist will find this seminar particularly beneficial.

  • Those managing bone densitometry centers will also benefit from this seminar.

  • Healthcare and imaging professionals who are working with osteoporosis patients in medical practices involved with predominantly senior or postmenopausal patients.
About the Instructor
Michael T. DiMuzio, PhD
Michael T. DiMuzio, Ph.D. is the founder and president of Bone Health Management, Inc. as well as the Executive director of The North Shore Osteoporosis Center within the Ravinia Associates in Internal Medicine in Highland Park Illinois. BHM began operation in the year 2000 as an independent diagnostic and research operation. From 1996 to 2000, Dr. DiMuzio began and directed The Osteoporosis Prevention and Research Center of Highland Park Hospital near Chicago, honored as the first “Center of Excellence” in bone health education and diagnostics in the U.S.

He received his Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Northwestern University and has been an active scientist in bone metabolic disorders and related topics for more than thirty years. He was an NIH and Fogarty Research Fellow at the University of Bern in Switzerland, and has held faculty appointments at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Rush Medical College, and, most recently, Northwestern University.

In addition to his roles as executive director and president with Bone Health Management, Dr. DiMuzio is an instructor for the Medical Technology Management Institute for whom he has lectured around the U.S. and Canada on osteoporosis and bone densitometry since 2002. He is an active member of the Scientific Advisory Board of the National Osteoporosis Foundation in Chicago and has published more than 75 scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals and edited texts. He has lectured around the world on topics related to osteoporosis, bone densitometry, and advances in the diagnostics of bone metabolic diseases, such as ultrasound and bone biochemical markers.
Seminar Credit
This program provides 8 hours of Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists recognized by the ARRT and 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.
Seminar Schedule
8:00 am Registration and Coffee
8:30 am Introduction
  • Osteoporosis: what, who, risks, pathobiology and fracture risk
DXA: Clincal Challenges in Bone Mass Measurement
  • Who should have a Bone Density Test?
  • How to use DXA and why?
  • Technological basics of operation: precision and acucuracy
  • Positioning and skeletal regions of interest
  • DXA evaluation in the atypical patient
  • Baseline and serial measurements: timing
10:10 am Informal Discussion and Break
10:20 am
The Clinical Utility of DXA
  • Troubleshooting DXA images: hips, spines and more
  • Case studies of typical and atypical patients
  • Use of FRAX and FRAX Patch algorithms for fracture risk
  • Conversion of results from different DXA manufacturers versatility of DXA: IVA, body composition
12:00 noon Lunch - (on your own)
1:00 pm The Functions of a Successful Bone Density Center
  • Patient intake information
  • Coding and billing
  • Developing a useful report of DXA results
  • Activities with the center
  • Marketing Bone Densitometry to MD's and the public
Using DXA to Follow Efficacy of Treatments
  • Improving patient outcomes
  • The necessity of calcium and vitamin D
  • Treatment and preventative options in 2009
2:50 pm Preparing for the Certification Exams

Mock Exam and Discussion of Study Habits

4:30 pm Adjourn
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Technologist   
MTMI Members175.00166.00185.00
Non-Members195.00185.00205.00

Toronto, ON   
MTMI Members219.00199.00219.00
Non-Members239.00219.00239.00


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Hotel Information
Charlotte, NC - March 20, 2010
Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte/Ayrsley
1920 Aysley Town Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28273
704-970-5000
http://www.charlotteayrsley.hgi.com
MTMI Guest Room Rate:  $99
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Dallas, TX - April 24, 2010
Embassy Suites Dallas Love Field
3880 West Northwest Highway
Dallas, TX 75220
214-357-4500
http://www.embassysuites.com
MTMI Room Rate $105 single/double
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Indianapolis, IN - May 15, 2010
Crowne Plaza Indianapolis Airport
2501 South High School Rd.
Indianapolis, IN 46241
317-244-6861
http://www.crowneplaza.com/ind-airport
MTMI Guest Room Rate:  $89
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