Digital and Fluoroscopic Radiation Protection
About this Program
Most digital radiography seminars discuss how the equipment works and the physics behind it. This webinar is designed to give radiographers practical knowledge to help them use their CR, DR, C-Arm and fluoroscopic equipment. With over 340 images and photos, this presentation will feel like a "hands-on" workshop.
This webinar will confront the universal problems and concerns with digital radiography. You will learn why you should be using 15-20 kVp higher and about 1/3 the mAs required for film/screen. Little training exists to provide an understanding of the use of Exposure Index (EI) numbers and ranges. These will be discussed throughout the webinar.
In addition, we will be discussing many fluoroscopic topics which have never been covered before. Topics covered are: the location of the least amount of scatter with the c-arm in the lateral position in OR, the difference in scatter protection between .25mm, .375mm and .50mm lead aprons, the location of scatter in a fluoro room in the AP position, and the Organization for Occupational Radiation Safety in Interventional Fluoroscopy (ORSIF).
ATTENTION CALIFORNIA CRTS
This webinar satisfies your CE requirements for:
- 4 of the 24 X-ray CEs in digital radiography (required for all CRTs)
- 4 of the 24 CEs in radiation safety for the clinical use of fluoroscopy (for fluoroscopy permit holders)
For more information on X-ray Continuing Education Credits (CEC), visit the California Department of Health website.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this webinar, attendees will be able to:
- Select appropriate technical factors to optimize acquiring a diagnostic image, consistent with ALARA.
- Describe at least three different ways to critique a digital image.
- Identify what is needed to use a technique chart for digital systems.
- Describe why a Ferlic Filter is beneficial on a cross-table lateral hip view.
- Explain why Off Focus radiation shielding your patient is so important.
- Outline the legal implications of not marking images, post processing collimation and changing algorithms.
- Describe the areas of least radiation using the c-arm in OR for a lateral hip.
- Identify the type of lead apron that offers the best protection in fluoroscopy.
- Review the location of scatter radiation for an AP patient using a fluoro room.
- Recognize the importance of ORSIF(Organization for Occupational Radiation Safety in Interventional Fluoroscopy)
Schedule
What this course will cover
AM Session | Digital Radiography Part 1
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Break | |
Digital Radiography Part 1
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Lunch Break | |
PM Session | Radiation Protection Experiments (and Sternums)
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Break | |
Fluoroscopic Radiation Protection
Putting it all Together
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Audience
Who should attend?
- Radiologic Technologists
- Health Physicists
- Students
- Medical Imaging Specialists
- Educators
- Vendor Personnel
Program Faculty
Meet your presenter(s)
W. Glenn Griffin
MHA, CRA, RT(R)(CT)
Glenn, a decorated veteran with over three decades of experience in the medical imaging field, has served as both an imaging director and educator. His career has been marked by 28 years of dedicated service in the US Army, where he had the opportunity to work in diverse locations such as Italy, Colorado, Arizona, and Texas, ultimately rising to the rank of US Army Senior Non-Commissioned Officer before retiring.
Following his military career, Glenn transitioned to the private sector, spending the last eight years working as an Imaging and Lab Director. Committed to nurturing the next generation of leaders, Glenn is deeply passionate about coaching, training, and mentoring individuals in his field. Hailing from Colorado, he has a strong connection to the mountains, and whenever time allows, he can be found enjoying the great outdoors through activities such as fishing, hiking, and hunting.
Credits
Accredited training programs
ASRT Category A
This program provides 8 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.
Tuition
Convenient payment options available
| Audience | Price | Early Price | Member Price | Member Early Price |
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| Technologist | $199.00 | $189.00 | $179.00 | $170.00 |
Early Pricing Guidelines
Qualifying 'Early' registrations must be made at least 4 days in advance for the program.
Cancellation Policy
Seminars/Webinars 8 hours of credit or more
Refunds, minus a $30 processing fee, will be granted for cancellations received at least 3 days prior to the program. Cancellations received within 3 days of the program will receive a credit toward a future MTMI program, minus the $30 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.
