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Breast Ultrasound Course
Location & Dates
- Milwaukee, WI | Nov 4 - 5, 2016
- Simulcast | Nov 4 2016 - 8:00am CT
- Dallas, TX | Mar 11 - 12, 2017
- Las Vegas, NV | Apr 8 - 9, 2017
- New York, NY | May 6 - 7, 2017
- Milwaukee, WI | Nov 4 - 5, 2016
- Simulcast | Nov 4 2016 - 8:00am CT
- Dallas, TX | Mar 11 - 12, 2017
- Las Vegas, NV | Apr 8 - 9, 2017
- New York, NY | May 6 - 7, 2017
- Milwaukee, WI | Aug 18 - 19, 2017
- Simulcast | Aug 18 2017 - 8:00am CT
- Las Vegas, NV | Sep 16 - 17, 2017
- Milwaukee, WI | Oct 6 - 7, 2017
- Simulcast | Oct 6 2017 - 8:00am CT
- Boston, MA | Nov 4 - 5, 2017
Overview
About this Course
For the first time, this course will be offered as a Simulcast, July 15-16 and November 4 -5!
This course will provide increased knowledge of the technical and clinical aspects of breast ultrasound as well as practical hands-on training of ultrasound imaging of the breast. An overview of the basic principles and techniques utilized in breast ultrasound will be presented. This course will be helpful for mammographers and sonographers who are directly involved in breast imaging and physicians whose practice includes women’s health. Participants should have an understanding of the basic concepts of mammography. If you are a mammographer looking for training in breast ultrasound or a sonographer wanting to review basic breast imaging skills, this course is for you. Sonologists and physicians wanting to learn breast ultrasound techniques would also benefit from this course.
This course will utilize a combination of lecture sessions and hands-on positioning workshops taught by an experienced sonographer and technologist. Instruction in patient scanning is stressed with hands-on demonstrations using clinical ultrasound scanners, tissue equivalent breast phantoms and live models.
"I would like you to know I went to Maryland to be tested last week for breast ultrasound certification by the American Society of Breast Surgeons in order for reimbursement approval. It was a rather hard exam, 1 1/2 hours long. I scored 91%. At least 1/4 of the exam was on physics. Your course absolutely prepared me for this exam. Thank you for your efforts." ~Dr. Ronald Sultan
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Educational Objectives
At the completion of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Optimize preparation for ARRT and ARDMS Breast Ultrasound Registry exams.
- Understand how the basic principles and instrumentation of ultrasound affect the technique of breast ultrasound.
- Recognize normal breast anatomy on the ultrasound image and evaluate lesions for their benign or malignant features.
- Recall the mammographic and ultrasonic features of specific benign and malignant lesions.
- Explain the role and importance of mammography, ultrasound, MRI, nuclear medicine, and ductography in the work up and management of the breast.
- Recognize breast ultrasound artifacts, understand why they occur, and describe techniques to minimize the occurrence of those that degrade the image.
- Develop an awareness of the invasive procedures that are available, as well as, the benefits and limitations of each.
- Define the different surgical and nonsurgical treatment options for patients who develop breast cancer.
- Have received 16 hours of structured education related to the content specifications as outlined by the ARRT.
Schedule
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Audience
This course will be helpful for mammographers and sonographers who are directly involved in breast imaging and physicians whose practice includes women’s health. Participants should have an understanding of the basic concepts of mammography.
Faculty
Name
Nichole Markham, MS, RT, RDMS, RVT
Nikki is a Sonographer for Columbia St. Mary’s, located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She performs general and vascular sonography. She is also a clinical and didactic instructor for ultrasound students. She is a registered Sonographer through the ARDMS as well as a registered Radiologic Technologist through the ARRT. Nikki obtained her Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology and her Master of Science in Organizational Leadership and Quality from Marian University in Fond du Lac, WI.
Name
Cheryl Seastrand, RT(R)(M)(BS)
Cheryl Seastrand has over 25 years of experience as a Breast Imaging Specialist. As a registered Mammographer and Breast Sonographer, Cheryl is committed to providing high quality development and delivery of education and training in Breast Imaging. She was on the ARRT Breast Sonography Practice Analysis Advisory Committee and has worked with additional professional affiliations on Mammography projects. Cheryl has a proven history of providing accurate, rational analysis and implementation of regulatory compliance and accreditation. Cheryl works extensively with breast imaging facilities nationally by providing competency assessment and recommended improvements to enhance breast imaging programs.
Name
Denise K. Simeth, BS, RDMS, RVT, CNMT
Currently, Denise is a clinical instructor for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography School at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Credits
CME
The Medical Technology Management Institute is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Medical Technology Management Institute designates this live activity for a maximum of 16 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity
ASRT Category A+
This program provides 16 hours of Category A+ continuing education credit for radiologic technologists approved by ASRT and recognized by the ARRT and various licensure states. ARRT Category A+ credit is also recognized by CAMRT’s Continuing Education Credit Approval Program for CE credit in Canada. You must attend the entire program to receive your certificate of completion.
Location
Milwaukee/Menomonee Falls,WI- November 4-5, 2016
Accommodations:
Four Points by Sheraton Milwaukee North Shore
8900 North Kildeer Court
Brown Deer, WI 53209
Reservations: 800-368-7764- Ask for the MTMI-Breast Ultrasound Group Rate or Click Here
Rate: $109.00 per night + Tax Single or Double
Make Reservations No later than October 20, 2016
Guest Room Rate Includes Complimentary:
*Airport Shuttle from MKE between the hours of 6AM-10PM
call hotel to reserve- need 48 hours notice.
Airport to Four Points Hotel/MTMI can be a 60 minute commute dependent on traffic-Schedule flights accordingly.
If airport shuttle is needed outside of scheduled hours - Attendee on own for arrangements.
*Daily group shuttle to/from course location at MTMI
*Hot Breakfast Buffet Daily
*Hot Appetizers Mon-Thurs 5PM-7PM in 8900 Bar & Bistro
*1 drink coupon per room per stay*WIFI in guestroom and common areas in hotel*Bottled water in each guest room
*Use of fitness center, pools and business center
*Microwaves available- request when making reservation
*Shuttle to Bayshore Mall with 48 hours advance notice, based on availability
Course Location:
MTMI Education Center
at Herzing University
W140N8917 Lilly Road
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
262-717-9797
Note: Lunch on own
