cmescience Diagnostic Imaging Update on Kauai September 11-14, 2023

Overview

Welcome to the cmescience Diagnostic Imaging Update on Kauai, held September 11-14, 2023. This comprehensive CME event is designed to empower radiology professionals and clinicians with the latest advancements in diagnostic imaging. Spanning musculoskeletal, breast, body, chest, and acute care imaging, the course provides an in-depth exploration of crucial concepts and practical skills necessary for excellence in medical imaging. Delivered by expert faculty, the program ensures participants experience “World-Class Medical Learning — Accessible anytime, anywhere,” whether onsite or through digital review of content.

Learning Objectives

Participants in this course will:

• Enhance their knowledge of MRI applications in musculoskeletal and joint imaging.
• Develop the ability to distinguish features of benign and malignant breast imaging findings.
• Apply evidence-based strategies to interpret challenging body, pelvic, and abdominal imaging cases.
• Improve diagnostic accuracy in the staging and workup of oncologic cases across organ systems.
• Recognize common pitfalls and pearls in acute and chest imaging scenarios.
• Integrate up-to-date protocols and techniques into daily radiology practice.

Topics

• Check in and Breakfast
• MRI of the Elbow
• MRI of the hip – Femoral acetabular impingement and beyond
• Questions & Answers; Coffee Service
• MRI of the Shoulder: Glenoid Labrum and Glenohumeral Instability
• MRI of the Shoulder: Rotator Cuff and Impingement
• Cysts and Bursae Around the Knee
• Discussion, Questions and Answers
• Continental Breakfast
• Microcalcification Review
• BIRADS 3 Probably Benign
• How to Read a Breast MRI – Case Review
• Discussion, Questions and Answers, Coffee and Tea Service
• Breast Cancer Staging with Ultrasound
• Targeted Axillary Dissection
• Imaging Evaluation of Response to Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy
• Breast Cancer Localization – No More Wires!
• Discussion, Questions and Answers
• Registration and Continental Breakfast
• Imaging of Female Pelvis: Benign Process and Emergency
• Real Life Application of O-RADS: When is Ultrasound Enough and When Does MRI Add Value?
• Imaging of Ovarian Cancer
• Cystic and Solid Renal Masses
• Questions & Answers; Coffee Service
• Renal Cell Carcinoma Imaging and Management
• Not Your Average Liver: Problem-Solving Common and Uncommon Hepatic Cases
• Real or Stranger Things? Body Case-Based Review
• Discussion, Questions and Answers
• Registration and Continental Breakfast
• Lung Cancer Staging and Pearls
• Pearls of Wisdom from Abdominal Imaging Misses: Best of Peer Learning Cases at Stanford
• Sonographic Evaluation of Acute Bowel Pathology
• Questions & Answers; Coffee Service
• Endometrial Cancer: Pearls for GYN Oncology Tumor Board
• Congestive Hepatopathy: Imaging Findings, Pathophysiology, Work Up
• Arterially Enhancing Lesions in Congestive Hepatopathy
• Carotid Ultrasound: A Pictorial Review from Atherosclerosis to Vasculitis
• Acute Care Imaging: What’s Not in the Books
• Discussion, Questions and Answers

Target Audience

This course is ideal for medical professionals who strive to advance their understanding and practice of diagnostic imaging, including:

• Radiologists
• Radiology Residents and Fellows
• Physicians specializing in musculoskeletal, breast, body, chest, and emergency imaging
• Technologists involved in medical imaging
• Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners in radiology or relevant specialties
• Healthcare professionals seeking up-to-date diagnostic imaging education

Speakers

Kathryn Stevens, MD

Expert in musculoskeletal imaging, presenting comprehensive sessions on advanced MRI applications for joints and the knee.

Ray Cody Mayo, MD

Specialist in breast imaging, providing insights on microcalcifications, MRI interpretation, cancer staging, and more.

Luyao Shen, MD

Contributor in body imaging, with emphasis on the female pelvis, O-RADS, renal and ovarian cancer imaging.

Lindsey Marie Negrete, MD

Presenter on hepatic and body cases, offering problem-solving strategies for both common and rare liver conditions.

Kristen Bird, MD

Leader in chest and abdominal imaging, sharing pearls from peer learning and staging for thoracic and abdominal diseases.

Marta Flory, MD

Expert on gynecologic oncologic and hepatic imaging, focusing on cancer pearls and advanced liver imaging findings.

Marc Gosselin, MD

Virtual lecturer covering acute care imaging and practical guidance on real-world imaging challenges.

Educational content only. Not medical advice.