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Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
Location & Dates
- Nov 18, 2023 | 8am-4:30pm CST
- Nov 18, 2023 | 8am-4:30pm CST
All webinars are held in Central Time, see Time Zone Map Below
Overview
About this Webinar
Stereotactic breast biopsy is used to obtain pathologic information from mammographic areas of suspicion. When a mass, microcalcifications, or area of abnormal tissue change exist, stereotactic breast biopsy offers a minimally invasive alternative to open surgical biopsy, often before a mass develops. This webinar offers the attendee the opportunity to learn the basics, as well as the tricks of the trade from an experienced technologist and supervisor. MTMI believes this education will bridge gaps in training, so that intelligent performance becomes your daily mode of operation in your imaging centers. Critical thinking becomes possible once attendees develop an understanding why and how this procedure is done. In addition to covering quality assurance and patient documentation, the seminar reviews the ACR accreditation requirements, and fulfills the credits required for accreditation.
Educational Objectives
At the conclusion of this webinar, attendees will be able to:
- Relate the history of the development of minimally invasive breast biopsy to current biopsy and needle options for detection of breast cancer.
- Describe basic breast anatomy and function of the breast.
- Describe calcifications and breast cancer.
- Understand the principles of stereology and patient positioning to facilitate the success of the stereotactic biopsy.
- Recognize appropriate techniques for the needle breast biopsy.
- Troubleshoot to solve the biopsy challenges.
Schedule
Fundamentals of Stereotactic Imaging
ACR Stereotactic Accreditation
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Break |
Breast Anatomy and Abnormalities
Minimally Invasive Breast Biopsy
Breast Biopsy Equipment
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| Lunch Break |
Stereotactic Positioning Tips and Tricks
Challenging Stereotactic Biopsies
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| Break |
Setup for Your Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
Questions and Review |
| Adjourn |
Audience
This webinar is useful for professionals involved in women’s imaging services including radiology technologists, mammographers, sonographers, breast biopsy coordinators, breast health clinicians, nurses, and medical imaging managers.
Faculty
Name
Judy Chavez, RT(R)(M)(BS)RDMS
Judy has worked for Invision Sally Jobe and Radiology Imaging Associates in Denver, Colorado for 41+ years. She is a Radiologic Technologist, Mammographer, and Breast Sonographer. Judy‘s main role is to assist the Radiologists in all interventional breast procedures. Judy worked with Dr. Steve Parker, M.D., when he developed the minimally invasive needle breast biopsy in the late 1980’s. Judy has been involved with teaching breast biopsy procedures across the country since 1995. She enjoys sharing her clinical experiences and teaching the tricks of the trade.
Credits
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.
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Testimonials
Judy is an excellent instructor and brings many years of case experiences to share in this training!! I appreciate her expertise in different units and situations. I have never done a stereotactic BX, but feel that this program has allowed me to consider it in my future career path! Thank you!