COVID-19: Clinical Features and Spectrum of Imaging Findings 2021

Overview

Gain a comprehensive understanding of COVID-19 through an in-depth exploration of its clinical features and the broad spectrum of imaging findings recognized in 2021. This expertly designed medical course leverages the latest research, real-world case experience, and up-to-date imaging protocols to empower healthcare professionals with the practical knowledge needed to recognize, diagnose, and manage COVID-19 using a multidisciplinary approach. Harness the power of “World-Class Medical Learning — Accessible anytime, anywhere” to enhance patient care during ongoing and future infectious disease challenges.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Describe the clinical presentation and disease progression of COVID-19 in various patient populations.
• Identify key radiologic findings associated with COVID-19 using chest radiography, CT, and other modalities.
• Interpret standardized imaging reports and understand recommendations from leading radiologic societies.
• Recognize challenges and best practices in the imaging of prone-positioned patients with COVID-19.
• Explain pulmonary, cardiac, abdominal, and neurological manifestations and complications of COVID-19.
• Discuss pediatric presentations of COVID-19, including MIS-C, and their imaging features.
• Evaluate the evolving role of artificial intelligence in pandemic response and imaging analysis.
• Engage in case-based problem-solving and expert panel discussions relevant to daily practice.

Topics

• Course Introduction
• Emergence of COVID-19 and the Subsequent Pandemic
• Herd Immunity / Vaccine Development and Update
• Chest Radiographic and Radiologic Manifestations of COVID-19
• Standardized Reports and Key Radiologic Societal Position Statements on the Use of Imaging
• Use of Prone Positioning in Patients with COVID-19 and Interpretation Challenges
• Pulmonary Complications of COVID-19 Sub-Acute and Beyond: Barotrauma, Pulmonary Thromboembolism, and Fibrosis
• Break
• Myocardial and Coronary Arteries Manifestations and Complications of COVID-19
• Abdominal Manifestations and Complications of COVID-19
• Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems and Manifestations of COVID-19; Post-Infection Brain Fog
• Break
• Up-To-Date: Essentials of Pediatric COVID-19 and MIS-C
• How Artificial Intelligence Could Help Tackle the COVID Pandemic
• Panel Discussion/Question and Answer Session

Target Audience

This course is designed for medical professionals seeking the most current knowledge on COVID-19 clinical features and imaging:

• Radiologists
• Pulmonologists
• Emergency Medicine Physicians
• Internal Medicine Physicians
• Pediatricians
• Medical Residents and Fellows
• Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants
• Healthcare professionals involved in patient care and diagnostic imaging

Speakers

• Mark Parker, MD – Covers course introduction, the emergence of COVID-19, and updates on herd immunity and vaccines.
• Jane Ko, MD – Discusses chest radiologic manifestations and standardized reporting for COVID-19 imaging.
• Shaimaa Fadl, MD – Explores imaging challenges in prone-positioned COVID-19 patients.
• Georgeann McGuinness, MD – Details sub-acute and chronic pulmonary complications related to COVID-19.
• Diana Litmanovich, MD – Addresses cardiac involvement and summary of myocardial and coronary complications in COVID-19.
• Rajesh Bhayana, MD – Reviews abdominal manifestations and complications.
• Puneet Belani, MD – Presents on neuro-COVID, including brain fog and nervous system effects.
• Edward Lee, MD – Shares insights into pediatric COVID-19, including MIS-C.
• Carlo De Cecco, MD – Explains emerging AI roles in pandemic imaging and patient care.

Educational content only. Not medical advice.