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About these Seminars
Pathology and Diagnostic Imaging
This seminar will
identify primary disease processes of the chest and respiratory
system, gastrointestinal system, cardiovascular system and central
nervous system. Including a comprehensive discussion of the
diagnostic imaging procedures utilized in demonstrating these
diseases and conditions.
Forensic and Trauma Imaging
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.
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Educational Objectives
At the completion of the seminar,
Pathology and Diagnostic Imaging,
participants will be able to:
- Differentiate the more common pathologic conditions and identify their radiologic manifestations in each major body system.
- Explain the changes in technical factors required to obtain optimal images in each major body system.
- Explain the advantages and disadvantages of the imaging modalities used to detect pathology in each major body system.
At the completion of the seminar,
Forensic and Trauma Imaging,
participants will be able to:
- Describe the physical and mental requirements of the radiographer working in forensic medicine.
- Describe the radiographic protocols for unnatural deaths.
- Describe the purpose of an autopsy in a death investigation.
- Explain uses of radiography in the identification of skeletal remains.
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Locations & Dates
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Dallas, TX |
Feb 18-19, 2012
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Toledo, OH |
Mar 10-11, 2012
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Portland, OR |
Apr 14-15, 2012
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San Jose, CA |
May 5-6, 2012
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Milwaukee, WI |
Jun 2-3, 2012
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Who Should Attend
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Pathology and Diagnostic Imaging
- Radiologic Technologists
- Radiology Department Managers
- Educators and Students
- Vendor Support Staff
Forensic and Trauma Imaging
- Radiologic Technologists
- Radiology Students
- Technologists wanting to improve skills in working with trauma and forensic patients
- Technologists employed in trauma or acute care facilities
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About the Instructor
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Paul F. Laudicina, MA, RT(R), BCFE, DABFE, FACFE
"Top Tech"
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Professor Paul Laudicina has been a radiologic
technologist for over 48 years. He retired from the College of
Du Page in Glen Ellyn, IL. having taught for 35 years and is
currently a teaching faculty in the Radiologic Technology, CT,
and MRI programs at Long Beach City College, Long Beach,
California. Paul has also presented seminars on many topics
over several years for MTMI.
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Seminar Credit
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These seminars provide 8 hours of Category A continuing
education credit for radiologic technologists each day. A
certificate of attendance will be provided for each individual
upon completion of each seminar. All attendees must attend the
entire seminar to receive full credit. Credit is awarded for
radiologic technologists as ARRT Category A Credit approved by
the ASRT, and credit from various licensure states.
At the completion of the entire 2-day conference, attendees
will have earned 16 hours of Category A credits.
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Conference Schedule - Day One
Pathology and Diagnostic Imaging
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8:00 am
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Registration and Coffee
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8:30 am
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Chest and Respiratory System Pathology
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Neoplasms
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Pneumomediastinum
- Pleural Effusion
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10:00 am
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Informal Discussion and Break
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10:10 am
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Gastrointestinal System Pathology
- Esophageal varices
- Hiatal Hernia
- Peptic Ulcer Disease
- Crohn's Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colon Cancer
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma of the Liver
- Hepatic Metastases
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12:00 pm
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Lunch - (on your own)
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1:00 pm
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Cardiovascular System Pathology
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Congestive Heart Failure
- Hypertension
- Hypertensive Heart Disease
- Traumatic rupture of the aorta
- Aortic dissection
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2:40 pm
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Informal Discussion and Break
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2:50 pm
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Central Nervous System Pathology
- Infections
- Tumors
- Traumatic processes of the brain and skull
- Cerebrovascular accident
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Hydrocephalus
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4:30 pm
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Adjourn
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Day Two
Forensic and Trauma Imaging
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8:00 am
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Registration and Coffee
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8:30 am
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Introduction to Forensic Radiography
- Historical milestones
- Uses of forensic radiography
- Cause vs. manner of death
- Role autopsy in forensic medicine
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9:15 am
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The Working Environment
- Employment opportunities
- Imaging protocols
- Required knowledge and responsibilities
- Coping with the work environment and the variable conditions of the deceased
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10:00 am
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Informal Discussion and Break
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10:10 am
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Traumatic Injury
- Blunt/sharp force injury
- Vehicular accidents
- Industrial accidents
- Firearm injuries
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12:00 noon
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Lunch - (on your own)
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1:00 pm
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Traumatic Injury
- Thermal burns
- The Battered Child Syndrome
- Miscellaneous injuries
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2:40 pm
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Informal Discussion and Break
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2:50 pm
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Forensic Specialties that Interface with Radiology
- Odontology
- Anthropology
- Entomology
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4:00 pm
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Case Studies
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4:30 pm
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Adjourn
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*Schedule is subject to change.
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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.
| ♦ | Amount | Early | Reg Door |
| day 1 | | | |
| MTMI Members | 171.00 | 161.00 | 179.00 |
| Non-Members | 189.00 | 179.00 | 199.00 |
| day 2 | | | |
| MTMI Members | 171.00 | 161.00 | 179.00 |
| Non-Members | 189.00 | 179.00 | 199.00 |
| both days | | | |
| MTMI Members | 323.00 | 305.00 | 341.00 |
| Non-Members | 359.00 | 339.00 | 379.00 |
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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
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