Third Annual Body MRI Update; March 27-29, 2009

Location: The Washington Court Hotel, Washington, D.C.

Contact: ACR Campus at 800-227-5463, ext 4040, or e-mail acrcampus@acr.org

Program Chair: Diego R. Martin, M.D., Ph.D.


Earn up to 17.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ and up to 17.25 Category A Credits

Perfect for those who want to:

  • Download MRI machine-specific protocols
  • Learn from technical experts about hardware and software requirements for state-of-the-art imaging
  • Hear from internationally recognized radiology leaders known for engaging lectures
  • Enjoy the spring cherry blossoms in Washington, D.C.

Registration Fees

Early Registration Fees on or before 1/30

Regular

ACR Member

$795

$895

Nonmember

$895

$995

Technologist

$150

$175

Member-in-training

$125

$150


Program Objectives:

  • Understand basic principles of how to optimally image diseases in the abdomen, chest, and pelvis with particular attention to the liver, pancreas, kidney, prostate, female pelvis, and breast.
  • Learn the basic building blocks of a comprehensive but fast scan.
  • Learn the principles and methods of MRA.
  • Learn the principles of functional imaging of the kidney and MRU.
  • Interactive case review sessions will provide the opportunity to think through a variety of “real world” scans.

Special Sessions:

  • A special session will provide an update on nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF) with a description of the different gadolinium contrast agents and relative association with NSF and suggestions for policies and procedures.
  • A special session on the business of MRI will provide an understanding of changes to codes, billing, and the finances of acquiring equipment and operating a viable clinical practice.

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