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Bone Densitometry Training Course
Location & Dates
- Webinar | Aug 19-20, 2023 | 8am-4pm CST
- Webinar | Oct 14-15, 2023 | 8am-4pm CST
- Webinar | Dec 2-3, 2023 | 8am-4pm CST
- Webinar | Aug 19-20, 2023 | 8am-4pm CST
- Webinar | Oct 14-15, 2023 | 8am-4pm CST
- Webinar | Dec 2-3, 2023 | 8am-4pm CST
All webinars are held in Central Time, see Time Zone Map Below
Overview
About this Course
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This 2-day, entirely webinar course, is a comprehensive review of the role of bone densitometry in the diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis. The course will cover the technology, clinical applications, interpretation of results, clinical procedures, handling of problem cases, safety, quality assurance and the establishment and operation of a bone densitometry service in adherence with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) bone densitometry educational standards.
This course is appropriate for anyone wanting to learn about bone densitometry including technologists, physicians, managers and allied health personnel. It would also be useful for individuals from companies offering products related to bone densitometry. or those setting-up, managing or operating a bone densitometry service.
This bone density continuing education course offers participants CE credits and exam prep, making it ideal for those interested in pursuing or renewing ARRT or ISCD certification.
This activity provides the 16 hours of structured education related to the content specifications outlined by the ARRT, required for bone densitometry certification and registration.
Need more information about requirements and the registry exam?
CLICK HERE and visit the ARRT web site. All clinical requirements as well as eligibility requirements to sit for the registry exam are listed!
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this bone densitometry continuing education course, participants will:
- be able to describe the pathology & physiology of osteoporosis.
- know all the risk factors involved in the development of osteoporosis.
- describe the difference between pencil and fan beam technologies.
- understand T & Z scores and their role.
- understand the principles of photon absorptiometry and DXA scans in determining bone mineral density and identifying osteoporosis.
Schedule
Day One | |
| 8:00 am | Bone Densitometry Overview
Suggestions for setting up a bone densitometry room/office/laboratory
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An Overview of Osteoporosis
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| Lunch break | |
Principles and Instrumentation of DXA Equipment
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Quality Control
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| 4:00 pm | Adjourn for the Day |
| Day Two | |
| 8:00 am | Radiation Safety
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Procedures: Forearm DXA Scanning | |
Procedures: Proximal Femur DXA Scanning | |
Procedures: PA Lumbar Spine DXA Scanning | |
| Lunch | |
| Case Studies | |
| ARRT Exam Preparation/Content Specifications | |
| 3:00 pm | Adjourn |
Audience
This course is appropriate for anyone wanting to learn about bone density including technologists, managers and allied health personnel. It would also be useful for vendors offering products related to bone density. This course meets the ARRT requirements for 16 hours of structured education relation to Bone Density content specifications.
Faculty
Name
Michelle Heater, RT(R)(M)(BD), CBDT
Michelle Heater has over 45 years of experience in Medical Imaging. Michelle has been a dedicated bone densitometrist for 25 years. She graduated from Northeastern University with a degree in applied science. Michelle is certified by both the ARRT and the ICSD. She was an item writer for the ARRT exam and a member of the expert panel that reviewed the exam.Michelle has spoken at international meetings and has served on several boards regarding bone densitometry. She has extensive clinical experience having worked on Hologic and GE Healthcare/Lunar scanners. Michelle has participated in several community outreach programs aimed at educating the public and healthcare professionals about bone health. Her friendly teaching style and extensive knowledge of bone densitometry will make this a very enjoyable educational experience.
Credits
ASRT Category A
This program provides 16 hour(s) of Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists approved by ASRT and recognized by the ARRT and various licensure states. Category A credit is also recognized for CE credit in Canada. You must attend the entire program to receive your certificate of completion.
This activity provides the 16 hours of structured education related to the content specifications outlined by the ARRT, required for certification and registration.
Biennium CE Credits: 16
Structured Education / CQR Credits: 16
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Testimonials
“The BD course webinar was the cherry on top! The way information is presented and explained are in terms that I can actually comprehend! The material, examples and resources given, helps immensely as well when studying on my own! MTMI is at the top of my list for enhancing my career in the Radiology Profession! Amazing job MTMI!”
Michelle was relaxed, informative and excellent.
Wonderful Speaker! Very Informative!