ARRS Prostate MR Case Review 2023

Overview

ARRS Prostate MR Case Review 2023 addresses the increasing demand for prostate MRI in the context of rising prostate cancer diagnoses among North American men. This course covers multi-parametric MRI techniques including T2-weighted imaging, diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI), and dynamic contrast enhancement (DCE) for comprehensive prostate evaluation, including detection, localization, staging, risk stratification, active surveillance, recurrence assessment, and guidance for targeted biopsy and focal therapy.

On-demand radiology education — accessible anytime, anywhere.

Agenda

This course provides detailed modules with expert case-based interpretations and reviews, enhancing proficiency in contemporary prostate MRI.

• Optimizing Technique and Maintaining Quality — Angela Tong, MS, MD
• PI-RADSv2.1 Case-Based Interpretation — Rajan Gupta, MD
• Pearls and Pitfalls — Silvia Chang, MD
• Local Staging: with a Focus on EPE or No EPE? — Antonio Westphalen, MD, PhD
• PI-RR with Case-Based Interpretation — Kate Hanneman, MD, MPH
• Focal Therapy: What You Need to Know — Elsie T. Nguyen, MD, FRCPC
• PSMA PET: Where Are We and Where Are We Going? — Devaki Shilpa Surasi, MD
• Case Review — Sandeep Arora, MBBS

Learning Outcomes and Modules

After completing this course, the learner should be able to:

• Perform high quality multi-parametric prostate MRI.
• Interpret multi-parametric prostate MRI according to PI-RADSv2.1.
• Apply tips and recognize potential pitfalls that can mimic prostate cancer.
• Interpret post-treatment prostate MRI with PI-RR.
• Be familiar with local staging, focal therapies, and PSMA PET.

Speakers

• Angela Tong, MS, MD
• Rajan Gupta, MD
• Silvia Chang, MD
• Antonio Westphalen, MD, PhD
• Kate Hanneman, MD, MPH
• Elsie T. Nguyen, MD, FRCPC
• Devaki Shilpa Surasi, MD
• Sandeep Arora, MBBS

Target Audience

This course is designed for radiologists, urologists, oncologists, and medical professionals involved in prostate cancer diagnosis and management who wish to enhance their expertise in multi-parametric prostate MRI interpretation and application in clinical practice.

Why This Topic Matters

ARRS Prostate MR Case Review 2023 addresses critical advances in prostate MRI relevant to the fields of radiology and oncology. With prostate cancer incidence rising, understanding multi-parametric MRI and updated interpretation criteria is essential for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

MedHub Central provides this focused education to strengthen professional confidence and expertise in prostate MR imaging. This course supports specialists in staying current with clinical standards and emerging imaging techniques vital to patient care.