UCSF Neuro and Musculoskeletal Imaging 2022

Overview

UCSF Neuro and Musculoskeletal Imaging 2022 is an online CME course providing a comprehensive update on clinically relevant neuroradiology and musculoskeletal imaging topics. It includes detailed discussions of optimized imaging protocols using 1.5T and 3T MRI to enhance image acquisition and interpretation strategies. The course content addresses indications frequently encountered in general radiology practice.

On-demand radiology education — accessible anytime, anywhere.

Agenda

This course covers key subject areas in neuro and musculoskeletal imaging with expert-led presentations addressing practical imaging techniques and interpretation challenges.

• The Throwing Elbow — Matthew D. Bucknor, MD
• Radiographic Checklist for Hip Impingement — Matthew D. Bucknor, MD
• The Other Hip Impingements — Matthew D. Bucknor, MD
• Osseous Infectious Dilemmas — Matthew D. Bucknor, MD
• Common MSK Joint Injections — Kevin C. McGill, MD, MPH
• Arthroplasty Complications — Kevin C. McGill, MD, MPH
• MRI of the Wrist — Ramya Srinivasan, MD
• Hip Ultrasound Made Easy — Ramya Srinivasan, MD
• Ankle MRI – Tendons and Ligaments — Ramya Srinivasan, MD
• Calcific Tendinitis and Ultrasound-Guided Barbotage — Ramya Srinivasan, MD
• The Throwing Shoulder — Lynne S. Steinbach, MD
• MRI of the Post-Operative Shoulder — Lynne S. Steinbach, MD
• Shoulder Instability — Lynne S. Steinbach, MD
• Knee Menisci – Pearls and Pitfalls — Lynne S. Steinbach, MD
• Tumor Update — Matthew D. Bucknor, MD
• Spaces in the Head and Neck — Christine M. Glastonbury, MBBS
• Imaging of Soft Tissue Tumors — Kevin C. McGill, MD, MPH
• A Strategic Approach to US-Guided MSK Biopsies — Kevin C. McGill, MD, MPH
• Spine Nomenclature and Disc Disease — Vinil N. Shah, MD
• Imaging Approach to Myelopathy — Vinil N. Shah, MD
• Shoulder MRI – Pearls and Pitfalls — Lynne S. Steinbach, MD
• Staging Tumors in the Head and Neck — Christine M. Glastonbury, MBBS
• Cervical Nodes — Christine M. Glastonbury, MBBS
• Unknown Primary Tumors — Christine M. Glastonbury, MBBS
• Vocal Cord Paralysis — Christine M. Glastonbury, MBBS
• Trigeminal Neuralgia and Neuropathy — Christine M. Glastonbury, MBBS
• Intradural Spine Tumors – How to Tell Them Apart — Vinil N. Shah, MD
• Practical Cervical and Lumbar Plexus Imaging — Vinil N. Shah, MD
• Postoperative Imaging of the Spine — Vinil N. Shah, MD
• CSF Hypotension: Finding and Fixing that Elusive Leak — Vinil N. Shah, MD
• Neuroradiology Emergencies — Leo P. Sugrue, MD, PhD
• Neurodegenerative Diseases — Leo P. Sugrue, MD, PhD
• Midline Lesions – Pituitary and Pineal — Leo P. Sugrue, MD, PhD
• Temporal Bone – Hearing Loss and Vertigo — Leo P. Sugrue, MD, PhD
• Advanced Imaging – fMRI and Diffusion – DTI — Leo P. Sugrue, MD, PhD

Learning Objectives

After completing this activity, participants will be able to:

• Recommend CT and MR imaging protocols for brain, head & neck, spine, nerve, and musculoskeletal evaluations
• Identify imaging features of infection, trauma, tumors, and inflammatory disorders in the head and spine, and communicate key findings for rapid pathological classification
• Delineate normal anatomy, common anatomical variants, and pathological conditions of major musculoskeletal joints, brain, head & neck, and spine on MRI
• Recognize internal derangements and postoperative appearances of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, ankle, and foot
• Utilize diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound and ultrasound-guided procedures including joint injections; identify imaging characteristics of infection and bone and soft-tissue tumors
• Understand advanced neuroimaging modalities such as functional MRI (fMRI), diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), and MR neurography
• Develop systematic approaches for assessing common and uncommon brain and spine abnormalities

Speakers

• Matthew D. Bucknor, MD
• Kevin C. McGill, MD, MPH
• Ramya Srinivasan, MD
• Lynne S. Steinbach, MD
• Christine M. Glastonbury, MBBS
• Vinil N. Shah, MD
• Leo P. Sugrue, MD, PhD

This course was originally released on May 16, 2022, and includes faculty from UCSF with expertise in neuroradiology and musculoskeletal imaging.

Target Audience

This course is designed for radiologists and medical professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in neuro and musculoskeletal imaging techniques, image interpretation, and clinical diagnosis.

Why This Topic Matters

UCSF Neuro and Musculoskeletal Imaging 2022 presents up-to-date, clinically relevant knowledge in neuroradiology and musculoskeletal imaging, essential for strengthening diagnostic confidence and optimizing imaging protocols in routine practice. The content supports radiologists in refining interpretation strategies across brain, spine, head & neck, and musculoskeletal systems.

This course contributes to advancing radiology expertise by integrating advanced imaging techniques and practical insights within the specialties of neuroradiology and orthopedics, offered through MedHub Central’s on-demand platform for convenient professional development.