Refunds, minus a $50 processing fee, will be granted for cancellations received prior to 3 days before the program. Cancellations received within 3 days of the program will receive a credit toward a future MTMI program, minus the $50 processing fee. No refunds will be made after the program starts. MTMI reserves the right to cancel any scheduled program because of low advance registration or other reasons. MTMI’s liability is limited to a refund of any program tuition paid. MTMI recommends that attendees use refundable airline tickets. In case of cancellation of a program for any reason, MTMI is not responsible for travel costs incurred by attendees including non-refundable airline tickets. When offered, WEBINAR ATTENDEES that cannot log in due to unsolvable technical issues beyond their control will be eligible for a full refund.
Breast Ultrasound Course
Location & Dates
- Webinar | Dec 11-12 2021 - 8am - 4:30pm Central Time
- Webinar | Jan 29-30 2022 - 8am - 4:30pm Central Time
- Houston, TX | Mar 19 - 20, 2022
- Webinar | Mar 19-20 2022 - 8am - 4:30pm Central Time
- Milwaukee, WI | Apr 23 - 24, 2022
- Webinar | Dec 11-12 2021 - 8am - 4:30pm Central Time
- Webinar | Jan 29-30 2022 - 8am - 4:30pm Central Time
- Houston, TX | Mar 19 - 20, 2022
- Webinar | Mar 19-20 2022 - 8am - 4:30pm Central Time
- Milwaukee, WI | Apr 23 - 24, 2022
- Webinar | Apr 23-24 2022 - 8am - 4:30pm Central Time
- Milwaukee, WI | Jun 4 - 5, 2022
- Webinar | Jun 4-5 2022 - 8am - 4:30pm Central Time
- Milwaukee, WI | Aug 20 - 21, 2022
- Webinar | Aug 20-21 2022 - 8am - 4:30pm Central Time
- Houston, TX | Sep 24 - 25, 2022
- Webinar | Sep 24-25 2022 - 8am - 4:30pm Central Time
- Milwaukee, WI | Nov 5 - 6, 2022
- Webinar | Nov 5-6 2022 - 8am - 4:30pm Central Time
- Webinar | Dec 10-11 2022 - 8am - 4:30pm Central Time
All webinars are held in Central Time, see Time Zone Map Below
Overview
About this Course
Our students have a 94% pass rate when taking the board exam.
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. Sonographers 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. (Hands-on sessions are for classroom attendees only)
This activity provides the 16 hours of structured education related to the content specifications outlined by the ARRT, required for certification and registration.
When selecting the Webinar option, register 7 days in advance to ensure delivery of course syllabus.
"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 |
MTMI On-site COVID-19 Safety Policies and Procedures
MTMI follows the Milwaukee Health Department’s mask advisory and strongly recommends masks in our classrooms and common areas, regardless of vaccine status, and to practice social distancing when possible.
The best way to stop the community spread of COVID-19 is to take preventative action to protect yourself and others:
- Get a COVID-19 vaccine as soon as you can. Vaccines are safe and readily available at walk-in clinics throughout the community for anyone over the age of 12 years old.
- Wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth to help protect yourself and others, and stay at least 6 feet apart from others who don’t live with you.
- Avoid crowds and poorly ventilated indoor spaces, and improve ventilation whenever possible.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water. Use hand sanitizer if soap and water aren’t available.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this course, 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.
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
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.
Though Cheryl Seastrand is an ARRT committee member, by binding contract, Cheryl cannot reveal in whole or in part any ARRT's copyrighted questions or any other insider information about the ARRT's examinations or assessments. The ARRT does not review, evaluate, or endorse review courses, activities, materials, or products and this disclaimer should not be construed as an endorsement by the ARRT.
Name
Nicole Simon BA, RT(R),RDMS (AB,BR,NE,PS, OB/GYN) RVT(VT)
Name
Michele Sisell, RT(R)(M)(BS)
Michele has been a registered radiologic technologist since 1998, specializing in mammography since 2005, and breast sonography since 2011. She has also been performing Bone Density (DEXA) exams since 2010. Michele worked at a facility in her hometown for over 22 years where she was the lead breast sonographer for the Women’s Health Pavilion breast imaging department. In 2020 she started working at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN in the breast Imaging department where she currently works. Michele has also been a mammography clinical instructor for a local college and a breast sonography instructor. Michele’s passion for breast imaging led her to MTMI in 2018, where she became an independent breast imaging consultant for facilities all over the united states helping with ACR failures, continuing education and specialized training in mammography and ultrasound. She enjoys teaching and mentoring others and feels blessed to be able to share her knowledge and experiences with others!
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 17 hours 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 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.
ASRT meets the requirements of the ARDMS Accepted Continuing Education Evaluation Model System (AACEEMS). This activity provides the 16 hours of structured education related to the content specifications outlined by the ARRT, required for certification and registration.
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Testimonials
Great information for those seeking registry!
I enjoyed the case studies and photos, really helped to get a better understanding of Breast Ultrasound.
The knowledge and background of the speakers was the greatest strength of this program.
Very good speaker, clear and concise