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Rush University Medical Center

Department of Diagnostic Radiology

Presents

The 34th Annual Course on

COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY AND
MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING
OF THE BRAIN, HEAD, NECK & SPINE

November 1-2, 2007

Omni Chicago Hotel
Chicago, Illinois


Sponsored for CME Credit by:
Rush University Medical Center


SCHEDULE

 


COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Department of Diagnostic Radiology of Rush University Medical Center announces its Thirty-Fourth Annual Course on Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Brain, Head, Neck and Spine. The course will be held at the Omni Chicago Hotel on November 1st and 2nd, 2007. Some members of the original 1974 faculty will be participating.

            The course will provide instruction in the performance and interpretation of selected CT and MR examinations of the brain, head, neck, and spine. Course material will include both CT and MR images and, where applicable, will present comparisons between the two techniques. It is recommended that course registrants familiarize themselves in advance with the basic physical principles of CT and MR imaging. These topics will be addressed only insofar as they pertain to particular clinical situations.

            Instruction will be provided by members of the Rush Medical College Faculty as well as by many individuals from other institutions who represent an extensive experience with both computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging. The target audience for the course is Diagnostic Radiologists, Neurologists, Neurosurgeons, Otolaryngologists, Orthopedic Spine Surgeons, Engineers, Administrators, Technicians, Technical Representatives, Radiologic Nurses, Health Planners, Fellows, and Residents.


OBJECTIVES

At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:

  •        Recognize the earliest radiologic and clinical signs of hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke and recommend appropriate further diagnostic or therapeutic interventions. 
  •              Select and administer non-invasive imaging from a remote location in lieu of more hazardous invasive diagnostic procedures.
  •        Recognize the radiological findings that represent the underlying pathological changes in the central nervous system due to HIV infection and other immune related, infectious, and metastatic diseases.
  •        State the indications for newer functional brain and spine imaging studies such as diffusion-weighted imaging, perfusion imaging, tractography, and MR spectroscopy and CSF flow studies.
  •        Distinguish between normal and pathological imaging findings in cystic brain diseases, vascular lesions, common infectious, neoplastic, degenerative and  brain, spinal, and otolaryngological diseases.
  •        Distinguish between normal and abnormal findings on post-operative imaging studies of the sinuses, neck, and spine.
  •        Select appropriate imaging studies for examining the above areas based on clinical indications.
  •       Identify new techniques that are replacing or enhancing traditional neuroimaging methods.
  •       Formulate rational strategies for the acquisition of neuroradiological imaging equipment.
  •       Report radiological findings in astrocytomas using the full armamentarium of available imaging studies including diffusion, perfusion, and MR spectroscopy and tractography.



FACULTY


REGISTRATION INFORMATION

            

            Registration for the course will be limited and will be accepted on a first come/first served basis. Upon receipt of the registration form and a check for the fee of $550.00, a letter  of acceptance will be forwarded. A limited number of residents and fellows will be accepted for a fee of $425.00. Cancellations will be refunded up to October 15th, 2007, after which time there will be a $50.00 service charge. Fees will not be refunded after October 15th, 2007.  Hotel reservations may be arranged by following instructions on the attached “Hotel Reservations” form. Registrants are strongly urged to send a deposit or credit card number guaranteeing their hotel reservation, and advising whether or not they will be arriving late.  Early reservations are recommended since this is the peak season for meetings in Chicago and only a limited number of rooms have been allotted for the course. If rooms become unavailable, please phone Ms. Zita Smith at (312) 942-5800, and every effort will be made to find alternative hotel accommodations near the Omni Chicago.

             

            The registration fee includes  pre-meeting, mid-morning and mid-afternoon refreshment  breaks on both days, a syllabus of brief abstracts, and a CME certificate. Luncheons will not be provided but are available in the hotel's restaurant or in many nearby establishments. Inquiries and registration cards should be sent to:

             

             

             

            Michael S. Huckman, M.D.

            Department of Diagnostic Radiology

            Rush University Medical Center Rush University Medical Center
            1653 W. Congress Parkway

            Chicago, Illinois 60612 Chicago, Illinois Chicago, Illinois

            (312) 942-5781

            (312) 942-2114 Fax

            E-Mail      mhuckman@rush.edu


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ACCREDITATION AND DESIGNATION STATEMENT

Rush University Medical Center Rush University Medical Rush University Medical is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

             

Rush University Medical Center Rush University Medical Rush University Medical designates this educational activity for a maximum of  15 AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)™ Physicians should claim only those credits that commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.