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MRI Training Course for Technologists
Location & Dates
- Webinar | Jan 19-25 2020 - 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Central Time
- Milwaukee, WI | Apr 26 - May 2, 2020
- Webinar | Apr 26-May 2 2020 - 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Central Time
- Milwaukee, WI | Oct 11 - 17, 2020
- Webinar | Oct 11 -17 2020 - 8:30 am -4:30 pm Central Time
- Webinar | Jan 19-25 2020 - 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Central Time
- Milwaukee, WI | Apr 26 - May 2, 2020
- Webinar | Apr 26-May 2 2020 - 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Central Time
- Milwaukee, WI | Oct 11 - 17, 2020
- Webinar | Oct 11 -17 2020 - 8:30 am -4:30 pm Central Time
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Overview
About this Course
Our students have a 93% pass rate when taking the MRI Registry!
(Data gathered from a 2019 survey)
New 7 day format provides a comprehensive learning experience that includes the basic principles and concepts of MRI, techniques in manipulating MR parameters to optimize image quality, pulse sequences, artifacts, patient education, screening and safety considerations, anatomy and physiology, case studies, MR protocols and more.
This comprehensive MR course still covers all the content of our original two week program in a schedule that is more convenient for you. You will be taught by experienced MRI instructors and you will gain a complete set of skills to begin a promising career in the field of MRI, which continues to have a significant impact on medicine. A knowledge of MRI technology will provide a basis for growth and future opportunities for those trained in this modality.
You should attend this course if you are a radiologic technologist or if you have experience in the imaging sciences with basic or no previous MR experience. If you are interested in learning the principles necessary to operate a MR scanner to its optimal level, this program is for you.
This 56.25 credit 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 materials in a timely manner.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Explain and review the basic principles of magnetic resonance imaging.
- Utilize appropriate MR pulse sequences in clinical imaging.
- Recognize and minimize MRI artifacts.
- Incorporate current knowledge of biological effects and safety considerations when working in the MR environment.
- Describe techniques in manipulating MR parameters to optimize image quality.
- Explain proper selection and usage of MR coils to optimize image quality.
- Understand and demonstrate proper screening for patients and personnel when working in an MRI environment.
Schedule
| Day One - Sunday |
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| 8:30 am | Orientation History of MRI MR Fundamentals |
| 10:10 am | Informal Discussion and Break |
| 10:20 am | Nuclear Magnetism Tissue Characteristics Spatial Localization |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch (included) |
| 12:45 pm | System Components Coil Selection Legal and Ethical Principles |
| 2:45 pm | Informal Discussion and Break |
| 3:00 pm | MR Screening and Safety - An Introduction Patient Care: Assessment, Monitoring and Communication Patient Education - Infection Control Contrast Media Safety |
| 4:30 pm | Adjourn for the Day |
| Day Two - Monday | |
| 8:30 am | Review of MR Fundamentals Review of MR Parameters |
| 10:10 am | Informal Discussion and Break |
| 10:20 am | Spatial Localization |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch (included) |
| 12:45 pm | Pulse Sequences Artifacts |
| 2:45 pm | Informal Discussion and Break |
| 3:00 pm | Patient Positioning Anatomy Review
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| 4:30 pm | Adjourn for the Day |
| Day Three - Tuesday | |
| 8:30 am | MR Overview Radiofrequency Magnetic Field |
| 10:10 am | Informal Discussion and Break |
| 10:20 am | MR Parameters Image Quality |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch (included) |
| 12:45 pm | History of MRI Safety - Current Statistics ACR/FDA Requirements/Recommendations Training/ ASTM Labeling Main Magnetic Field Time Varying Magnetic Fields Radio Frequency Sedation/ Communication Infection Control Contrast Media |
| 2:45 pm | Informal Discussion and Break |
| 3:00 pm | MRMD/MRSO/MRSE Policies/Legal Liability Implants/ Understanding Implant Cards How to Manipulate Parameters / Label for Implants |
| 4:30 pm | Adjourn for the Day |
| Day Four - Wednesday | |
| 8:30 am | Imaging Options Image Quality and Contrast |
| 10:10 am | Informal Discussion and Break |
| 10:20 am | Protocol Development Anatomy Reiew Case Studies |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch (included) |
| 12:45 pm | MR Concepts Review |
| 2:45 pm | Informal Discussion and Break |
| 3:00 pm | ARRT Exam Preparation/ Content Specifications |
| 4:30 pm | Adjourn for the Day |
| Day Five - Thursday | |
| 8:30 am | Review of MR Imaging Concepts, Parameters Review K-space Data Manipulation |
| 10:10 am | Informal Discussion and Break |
| 10:20 am | A Review of Basic and Advanced Pulse Sequences Artifacts and System Malifunctions |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch (included) |
| 12:45 pm | Review Fast Scanning Techniques |
| 2:45 pm | Informal Discussion and Break |
| 3:00 pm | Advanced Imaging Concepts |
| 4:30 pm | Adjourn for the Day |
| Day Six - Friday | |
| 8:30 am | Advanced Imaging Options Pediatric MR New MRI Applications 3T vs. 1.5 T |
| 10:10 am | Informal Discussion and Break |
| 10:20 am | ACR MRI Accreditation and Quality Control MRI Safety Considerations |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch (included) |
| 12:45 pm | Advanced Neuro Imaging Spectroscopy Functional MRI and Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI) |
| 2:45 pm | Informal Discussion and Break |
| 3:00 pm | Contrast Media Safety/NSF/Renal Function Neurography/MR Imaging of Peripheral Nerves (PNI) Advanced Spine Imaging |
| 4:30 pm | Adjourn for the Day |
| Day Seven - Saturday | |
| 8:00 am | Special Imaging Techniques MR Angiography and Cardiac Imaging Monitoring Techniques |
| 10:00 am | Informal Discussion and Break |
| 10:15 am | New MRI Applications Body Imaging/ MRI of the Liver Fetal Imaging |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch (included) |
| 12:45 pm | What is the American Board of Magnetic Resonance Safety (ABMRS)?
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| 3:00 pm | Adjourn the Course |
| ~ schedule subject to change ~ |
Audience
You should attend this course if you are a radiologic technologist with basic or no previous MR experience and are interested in learning the principles necessary to operate a MR scanner.
Faculty
Name
Eduardo D. Campuzano, BS, RT(R)(MR)(CT)
Eduardo D. Campuzano, BS, RT(R)(MR)(CT) Eduardo has over 20 years of MRI experience. He is currently an Advanced Clinical Education Specialist in the MRI Division at Siemens Healthineers. He was previously employed as the Clinical MRI Manager for the University of Miami, and has had previous experience as Chief MRI Technologist. He also has over 15 years experience as a Radiology/MRI Educator. His combined experience of Hospital, Outpatient, Mobile setting, knowledge of high field magnets, and low field magnets are an asset to this seminar. His areas of expertise include MRI Physics, Protocol Optimization and Advance MR Imaging. His experience, knowledge, and energy will allow the MRI intricacies to be explained in an easy format to understand.
Name
Paul Worthington, BS, RT(R)(MR)
Paul is a MR National Clinical Services Specialist with Philip Healthcare (Gainesville, FL). As an MR professional since 1987, Paul has extensive MR knowledge working in university hospital, mobile and private practice settings. He has held several roles ranging from staff technologist, clinical applications specialist and manager. His knowledge in MR and understanding multi-vendor capabilities make him a strong educator on this topic. Paul has been lecturing on the clinical and practical applications of MR since 2003.
Name
Yu Liu, Ph.D.
Dr. Liu has been with the Medical College of Wisconsin since 2015. He is an Associate Professor of Radiology and Chief in the Medical Physics Division of Imaging Services. He earned his Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering from Duke University, Durham, NC, 1991 and a Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering from Duke in 1993.
Name
Ryan Draeger, BS, RT(R)(CT)(MR), MRSO
Ryan is currently the lead MRI Technologist at the Thedacare Medical Center Berlin in Berlin, Wisconsin. Ryan is instrumental in training and educating staff members within his facility on medical imaging safety and patient care. He is also a credentialed Magnetic Resonance Safety officer (MRSO) through the American Board of Magnetic Resonance Safety (ABMRS). He enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience with other medical imaging professionals and stresses the significance of MR safety.
Credits
SMRT Category A
This program provides 56.25 hours of Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists approved by SMRT 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.
This 56.25 credit 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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