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Forensic and Trauma Imaging
8 Hours ARRT Category A Credit
Paul F. Laudicina, M.A., R.T.(R), BCFE, DABFE, FACFE
About this Seminar
This seminar presents an overview of forensic and trauma imaging. The focus is placed upon the role of the radiographer, his duties, requirements, and responsibilities as they pertain to the work environment under the direction of a forensic pathologist.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this seminar,
participants will be able to:

  • List 3 milestones in the evolution of forensic radiography
  • Describe the physical and mental requirements of the radiographer working in forensic medicine.
  • Describe the radiographic protocols for unnatural deaths.
  • State the difference between the cause of and the manner of death.
  • Describe the purpose of an autopsy in a death investigation.
  • Explain the difference between blunt force and sharp force injury.
  • Explain what is meant by the "Battered Child Syndrome".
  • Describe 3 locations of skeletal injury in child abuse.
  • Explain 3 uses of forensic odontology.
  • Explain 3 uses of radiography in the identification of skeletal remains.
  • Explain the role of entomology in forensic medicine.
Locations & Dates
Minneapolis, MN Sep 11, 10
Calgary, AB Oct 16, 10
Seattle, WA Nov 6, 10
Vancouver, BC Nov 20, 10

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Who Should Attend
Both registered technologists and radiology students will benefit from this seminar. It is appropriate for technologists who want to improve skills in working with trauma and forensic patients. It is especially appropriate for the technologist recently employed in a trauma or acute care facility and for any technologist with an interest in forensic radiography.
About the Instructor
Paul F. Laudicina, M.A., R.T.(R), BCFE, DABFE, FACFE
"Top Tech"
Paul has recently been named one of the 25 Most Influential Technologists by RT Image magazine. Honored as having gone above and beyond the call of duty and making great strides in his profession. Paul is a Professor Emeritus at the College of DuPage in Wheaton, Illinois and brings more than 46 years in extensive knowledge and experience of forensic and trauma radiography. He has lectured and published extensively in radiologic technology including a major reference text entitled “Applied Pathology for Radiographers”, as well as, co-authoring “Applied Angiography for Radiographers. He formerly authored a column in ADVANCE magazine called “Forensics Corner”. He served as the Deputy Coroner and forensic radiographer for DuPage County for 29 years. He is a Diplomat of the American Board of Forensic Examiners and also is a Fellow in the American College of Forensic Examiners. Paul is currently teaching at Long Beach City College.
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 to Forensic Radiography
  • Historical milestones
  • Uses of forensic radiography
  • Cause vs. manner of death
  • Role of autopsy in forensic medicine
  • 9:15 am The Working Environment
  • Employment opportunities
  • Imaging protocols
  • Required knowledge and responsibilities
  • Coping with the work environment and the variable conditions of the deceased
  • 10:00 am Informal Discussion and Break
    10:10 am Traumatic Injury
  • Blunt and sharp force injury
  • Vehicular accidents
  • Industrial accidents
  • Firearm injuries
  • 12:00 noon Lunch - (on your own)
    1:00 pm Traumatic Injury (continued)
  • Thermal burns
  • The Battered Child Syndrome
  • Miscellaneous injuries
  • 2:40 pm Informal Discussion and Break
    2:50 pm Forensic Specialties that Interface with Radiology
  • Odontology
  • Anthropology
  • Entomology
  • 4:00 pm Case Studies
    4:30 pm Adjourn
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     ♦ AmountEarlyReg Door
    Technologist   
    MTMI Members171.00161.00179.00
    Non-Members189.00179.00199.00

    Calgary, AB   
    MTMI Members219.00199.00219.00
    Non-Members239.00219.00239.00

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

    Vancouver, BC   
    MTMI Members219.00199.00219.00
    Non-Members239.00219.00239.00


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    Minneapolis/Bloomington, MN - September 11, 2010
    Crowne Plaza Bloomington
    5401 Green Valley Dr.
    Bloomington, MN 55437
    952-831-8000
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    Calgary, Alberta - October 16, 2010
    Hilton Garden Inn
    2335 Pegasus Raod N.E.
    Calgary, Alberta, T2E8CB
    403-717-1999
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    Seattle/Belvue, WA - November 6, 2010
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