2023 Hot Topics in CT: What You Need to Know (CME VIDEOS)

Overview

The “2023 Hot Topics in CT: What You Need to Know (CME VIDEOS)” course provides a comprehensive and practical review of computed tomography (CT) imaging, with a special focus on the latest technological advances and real-world clinical applications. Designed by expert faculty, this course highlights essential tips, techniques, and expanded clinical uses across multiple organ systems. Participants will gain up-to-date insights on protocol optimization, oncological imaging, lung cancer screening, AI advances, and the comparative strengths of various imaging modalities. World-Class Medical Learning — Accessible anytime, anywhere.

Whether you interpret, supervise, order, or perform CT studies, this CME activity is carefully curated to enhance your understanding and support your clinical decisions in diagnostic imaging.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:

• Identify recent advances and emerging techniques in CT imaging across various clinical specialties.
• Optimize CT protocols for improved diagnostic quality and reduced radiation exposure.
• Evaluate oncological applications, particularly in lung cancer screening and body CT imaging.
• Distinguish indications, advantages, and limitations of CT compared to other imaging modalities.
• Integrate artificial intelligence concepts into CT workflow and recognize their clinical impact.
• Recognize and avoid common diagnostic pitfalls and mistakes in CT interpretation.
• Apply up-to-date guidelines and recommendations for imaging of trauma, vascular disease, and organ-specific conditions.

Topics

• Pulmonary Embolism Imaging on CT; Old and New Insights
• Evaluation of Chronic Thromboembolism
• Interstitial Lung Disease on HRCT
• Lung Cancer Screening on Low Dose CT  Current Status
• Penetrating Injuries of the Chest: Advantages of Dual Energy CT
• Imaging the Acute Thoracic Aorta
• Mediastinal Disease: Assessment on Cross-Sectional Imaging
• CT Angiography of the Coronary Arteries: Techniques and Clinical Applications
• Cardiac CT: State of the Art
• Advanced Techniques in Cardiac CTA
• Integration of CTA and CT-FFR
• CTA vs MRA: What is Best for Your Patients?
• Common Pitfalls in Pancreatic Cancer Imaging
• CT Evaluation of GI Bleeding
• Pitfalls & Errors in Body CT: How to Avoid Them
• Systematic Approach to Liver Mass Imaging
• CT Evaluation of the Spleen
• Imaging of the Female Pelvis
• Imaging of Renal Masses: Current Guidelines and Recommendations
• CT of the Incidental Adrenal Mass: A Practical Approach
• Traumatic Injuries of the Abdomen and Pelvis: Improving the Detection of Organ and Vascular Injuries with Dual Energy CT
• AI for the Radiologist: What You Need to Know
• AI in Whole Body Trauma Scans
• Dual Energy CT: Musculoskeletal Applications
• MDCT of Tumors and Tumor-Like Lesions of the Skeleton
• New Frontiers in Stroke Neurointervention
• Dual Energy CT of the Brain
• CT of the Paranasal Sinuses
• Interventional Procedures in the Spine and Head: Pushing the Boundaries with CT

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

• Diagnostic radiologists and imaging physicians who interpret or supervise CT studies
• Referring physicians wanting to deepen their understanding of CT imaging’s capabilities
• CT technologists seeking updated protocols and applications
• Medical professionals interested in technological advances in medical imaging

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Speakers

• Lead Faculty (Radiology)
  An experienced radiology expert specializing in advanced CT imaging, protocol optimization, and technological integration in clinical practice.
• Faculty Panel (Cardiac Imaging, Body Imaging, Neuroimaging)
  Multidisciplinary faculty offering expertise in thoracic, cardiovascular, abdominal, musculoskeletal, and neuroimaging applications of CT.

World-Class Medical Learning — Accessible anytime, anywhere.

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