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Division of Cardiology
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
Presents
Cardiac CT
Practicum:
The Total Experience
An intensive five-day course designed
to accomplish Level II or Level III
competency in interpretation of
cardiac CTA as recommended by the
American College of Cardiology and
American Heart Association
One of the longest running
Cardiac CT training courses
Activity Directors:
David E. Bush, MD
Edward P. Shapiro, MD
INCLUDES
• Reduced Tuition
• Johns Hopkins quality (#1)
• Everything needed for board eligibility
• All requirements for Level II or
advancing to Level III
• Free two day refresher reading session
• Remote access to Johns Hopkins
workstations for three months

Description
Who Should Attend
This activity is intended for
physicians including cardiologists,
radiologists, and nuclear specialists
who are currently in practice or
are in a fellowship, seeking Level
II competency training. For those
who have already qualified for Level
II, this added experience will meet
the case requirements for Level III.
The activity is held monthly at the Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical
Center in Baltimore, Maryland, in a multimedia classroom constructed
specifically for the learner’s needs. This is a workstation-based
training activity, designed to meet American College of Cardiology/
American Heart Association Level II and III requirements. Each
participant has their own workstation to use throughout the activity
and receives personal attention and instruction by the activity faculty.
A workstation, which projects to the front of the room, is used by
instructors to demonstrate various aspects of CT interpretation. After
receiving training on the use of the workstation, a case library of over
150 cases selected to demonstrate the variety of pathology, which can
be evaluated by CT (coronary disease, bypass grafts, stents, anomalies,
cardiomyopathies, EP, pericardial disease, cardiac tumors) is reviewed.
A minimum of 100 cases is reviewed during the five days of the activity.
Twenty hours of didactic instruction is included through lectures
and reading materials, which will cover topics of patient selection,
preparation, radiation, contrast, cardiac anatomy, assessment of cardiac
function, cardiac pathology, etc. Members of the Johns Hopkins faculty
and guest faculty will present these topics. Participants will take a quiz
to confirm understanding of these materials.
The requirement for observation of the acquisition of 50 studies
is satisfied by utilizing a combination of onsite observation of
approximately 25 studies supplemented by interactive observation of
approximately 25 studies performed offsite and viewed by interactive
video link. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions during
acquisition of the studies (i.e., patient selection, use of beta blockers) and
to observe the steps in obtaining the scan by direct observation of the
scanner console. The 50 scans that were acquired during the week of the
activity are anonymized and participants will interpret these studies on
their own time following the five days of onsite training. After faculty
review of the participants’ interpretation of these 50 studies and the
other elements of the activity, a certificate documenting completion of
Level II and III requirements will be issued.
Cardiac CT Practicum: The Total Experience
Objectives
After attending this activity, the participant will demonstrate the
ability to:
1) Choose patients appropriate for this imaging modality
2) Prepare patients to obtain optimal study results
3) Optimize image reconstruction for cardiac analyses
4) Use 3D workstation to visualize all aspects of cardiac anatomy
5) Assess extent of coronary atherosclerosis and evaluate LV function.
ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is accredited by the
Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide
continuing medical education for physicians.
CREDIT DESIGNATION STATEMENT
The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine designates this
live activity for a maximum of 41 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM .
Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent
of their participation in the activity.
POLICY ON SPEAKER AND PROVIDER DISCLOSURE
It is the policy of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
that the speaker and provider disclose real or apparent conflicts of
interest relating to the topics of this educational activity, and also
disclose discussions of unlabeled/unapproved uses of drugs or devices
during their presentation(s). The Johns Hopkins University School of
Medicine OCME has established policies in place that will identify and
resolve all conflicts of interest prior to this educational activity. Detailed
disclosure will be made in the activity handout materials.
TO ENHANCE YOUR LEARNING EXPERIENCE
Physicians who have completed our Level II or Level III training activity
are invited back to Baltimore to participate in our activity entitled
“Continuing Experience in Cardiac CT: Maintaining Competency at
Level 2/3”, one time, at no additional charge. This activity is conducted
approximately three times per year and is designated specifically for
those who have already completed Level II or III training. The activity
includes mentored reading of 50 cases covering a range of findings, with
clinical correlation. Major new findings in cardiac CT and advanced
topics are also discussed. Participants have found this two-day session
to be useful as a refresher, and to satisfy the requirement to read at least
50 cases per year to maintain qualifications or achieve board eligibility.

Lecture Topics
(This schedule is subject to change)
Overview Cardiac CT. ....................David E. Bush, MD
10 Steps ................................David E. Bush, MD
Use of the 3D Workstation ................. Paul S. Hees, MD
Post-Processing ..........................David E. Bush, MD
Non-Obstructive Plaque. ...............Edward P. Shapiro, MD
IV Contrast .......................... Jeffrey A. Brinker, MD
Coronary Calcium ................. Roger S. Blumenthal, MD,
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Erin D. Michos, MD, MHS, Wendy S. Post, MD
Beta Blockers ........................Edward P. Shapiro, MD
Radiation. .......................Mahadevappa Mahesh, PhD
CT vs Gold Standard ...................Armin A. Zadeh, MD
CT Artifacts ..........................Irfan S. Shafique, MD
Stents and Bypass Grafts ..................David E. Bush, MD
Anomalous Coronaries. ................Edward P. Shapiro, MD
CT Viability and Perfusion ..............Richard George, MD,
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Albert C. Lardo, PhD, João Lima, MD, MBA
Non-Cardiac Findings ..................Irfan S. Shafique, MD
Coding and Reimbursement ............Edward P. Shapiro, MD
Contrast and Dose Modulation. ..........Armin A. Zadeh, MD
Clinical Vignettes ..................... Jeffrey A. Brinker, MD
Emergency Room Applications . . . . . . . . . . .Charles S. White, MD
EP Applications .........................David E. Bush, MD
Appropriateness Criteria .................David E. Bush, MD,
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Edward P. Shapiro, MD
The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine takes responsibility for the
content, quality and scientific integrity of this CME activity.
m Other Important Information
Speakers
Activity Directors
David E. Bush, MD
Associate Professor of Medicine
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Edward P. Shapiro, MD
Professor of Medicine
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Johns Hopkins Speakers
Roger S. Blumenthal, MD
Professor of Medicine
Jeffrey A. Brinker, MD
Professor of Medicine
Paul S. Hees, PhD
Lecturer in Medicine
Richard George, MD
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Albert C. Lardo, PhD
Associate Professor of Medicine
João Lima, MD, MBA
Professor of Medicine
Mahadevappa Mahesh, PhD
Associate Professor of Radiology and Radiological Sciences
Chief Physicist
Erin D. Michos, MD, MHS
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Wendy S. Post, MD
Associate Professor of Medicine
Armin A. Zadeh, MD
Assistant Professor of Medicine
Guest Speakers
Irfan S. Shafique, MD
Director, Dedicated Imaging
Baltimore, Maryland
There is a learning curve that must be overcome to master cardiac CT, and the amount of material to
be covered is large. Therefore, these days will be long (8:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, and
Thursday and 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday and Friday), and it is expected that participants
will be present for the entire week. Breakfast and lunch will be provided on-site. An evening event,
which will include dinner, will be arranged on Wednesday during the course. These meals and events
are included with the registration fee. A small office will be available for making and receiving phone
calls, and sending and receiving emails and faxes, etc.
Charles S. White, MD
Professor of Radiology
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Baltimore, Maryland
Endorsed by the Society of Cardiovascular
Computed Tomography, the professional society
devoted exclusively to cardiovascular CT

General Information
m Location
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
4940 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21224
Conveniently located off Interstate 895, the Johns Hopkins Bayview
Medical Center is the site of the meeting. Directions to campus parking
will be sent with your confirmation notice, or visit our website to access this
information, www.HopkinsCME.edu. Handicapped parking is available.
Johns Hopkins is smoke-free.
m Registration
The select dates below are available by appointment only. Registration
is accepted on a first payment-received basis. Please call Susan Orr at
(410) 550-0845 or e-mail sorr@jhmi.edu to check availability and make
your reservation.
m 2012
July 23-27 November 12-16
September 10-14
m 2013
January 7-11 April 8-12
February 11-15 May 13-17
March 4-8 June 10-14
m Why THIS course?
• The longest running course, with consistently excellent reviews from
attendees
• The only university-based course currently available
• Johns Hopkins CME credits
• Continuous close supervision by and interaction with senior Johns
Hopkins faculty
• All lectures by University faculty
• New CTA applications
• All prior students available for references
• One student per workstation
• Remote access to JHU workstation from your home or office for three
months
• Special evening event
• Free two-day refresher activity
m References
The names of previous participants in this activity, who may be contacted as
references, are available upon request.
m Activity Evaluation
An activity evaluation form will be available to attendees to evaluate
each session and each speaker’s presentation, as well as to identify future
educational needs.
m Outcomes Survey
An outcomes survey will be sent to all physician attendees within three
months post activity to assist us in determining what impact this activity
had on the attendee’s practice.
m Americans with Disabilities Act
The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine fully complies with the
legal requirements of the ADA and the rules and regulations thereof. Please
notify us if you have any special needs.
m Emergency Calls
During the days of this activity only, direct emergency calls to Dr. Edward
Shapiro, (410) 550-0849. Messages will be delivered to participants.
m Registration Fees:
Registration Cut-Off Date: Five days prior to start of activity
Methods of Payment: Payment by check or credit card must accompany the
registration form prior to the activity. On-site payments by credit card only.
Foreign payments must be by credit card or with a U.S. Dollar World Money
Order. The registration fee includes instructional materials, continental
breakfasts, refreshment breaks and lunches.
Physicians .............................................$ 5,995
Residents*/Fellows*/Allied Health Professionals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 2,997
*with verification of status
You will receive a confirmation by e-mail if you have provided your e-mail
address. Otherwise confirmation will be sent by mail. If you have not
received it five days before the activity, please call (410) 502-9634 to confirm
that you are registered. A certificate of attendance will be sent by 45 days
after the activity to the e-mail address you provide on the registration form.
m Late Fee and Refund Policy
Cancellation policy: Space availability is very limited. A $50 late fee applies
to registrations received after 5:00 p.m. EST five calendar days prior to
the activity starting date. Tuition will be refunded for cancellation greater
than four weeks prior to the first day of the activity, less a $50 handling
fee. Cancellations between four and two weeks prior to the first day of the
activity are subject to a 50% penalty, and those within two weeks prior to the
first day of the activity, a 100% penalty. No refunds will be made thereafter.
Refund requests must be received by fax or mail. Transfer of registration to
another Johns Hopkins conference in lieu of cancellation is not possible.
The Johns Hopkins University reserves the right to cancel or postpone
any activity due to unforeseen circumstances. In this event, the University
will refund the registration fee but is not responsible for travel expenses.
Additionally, we reserve the right to change the venue to a comparable venue.
Under such circumstances, registrants will be notified as soon as possible.
m Social Event
A social event is planned for Wednesday evening. Details will be provided
with your confirmation notice.
m Hotel and Travel Information
Participants are responsible for making their own travel and lodging
arrangements. A list of recommended hotels will be provided with your
confirmation notice and is available online. Please call Susan Orr at (410)
550-0845 for suggestions about hotels for the specific week that you
are interested in, as clustering of participants may allow us to arrange
complimentary transportation to and from Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical
Center each day.
m To Register or For Further Information
For General Information or to check available dates (410) 550-0845
Register by Fax (after confirmation of date availability) (866) 510-7088
Confirmation/Certificates (410) 502-9634
E-mail the Office of CME cmenet@jhmi.edu
Please see our website at www.jhucardiacct.org.

Overall Past Activity Evaluation Summary
Statistics are based on all returned responses (99% response rate).
Please evaluate this
activity as a whole:
What our attendees have had to say!
m “Great course! Great balance of lectures and case studies”
m “Excellent course in every aspect!!”
m “ Absolutely phenomenal course. Enjoyed every minute of this course. Drs.
Shapiro and Bush are absolutely great, friendly and made this week a fun
filled learning experience.”
m “ Excellent experience. Integration of clinical scenarios into reading of
scans really elevated the experience ‘to the next level’.”
m “ Excellent course. Very impressive program. Dedication and commitment to
teaching really shows! Thank you very much.”
m “ Drs. Bush and Shapiro truly represent the best that JHU has to offer in
terms of their combined clinical and scientific expertise...the big plus
was that they made us all feel like old friends by the end of the week long
course.”
m “ Very enjoyable course. Looking forward to review course in a year’s
time.”
m “ This course was amazing compared to the ACC/CCT practicum and cost
about the same, but gave you Level II requirements as opposed to Level I
for the ACC course.”
m “ I’ve been going to courses for 25 years and this may be one of the best I
have attended. Thank you for all the time and effort put into this courseit
is greatly appreciated.”
m “ Excellent course. Will be my top recommended Cardiac CT Training for
others interested in training.”
m “ Excellent course. I was very impressed by the very active involvement
of the staff lectures and interactive sessions were excellent indeed!
Excellent teaching by Dr. Bush and Dr. Shapiro.”
m “ Overall this was a well-organized, excellent targeted course. All
instructors were great – available for questions, very open! Thanks!”
m “ Excellent course with level 3 readers with you at all times. It would be hard to
imagine any course that is comparable to take a non experienced individual to
such a good level of training in one week.”
m “ This is the best course I’ve ever attended. Thank you very much!”
m “ Outstanding in all aspects!”
Excellent Very
Good
m “ Excellent five day practicum, extremely well worth the cost!”
m “ I truly enjoyed the program-training for CT has been one of the
highlights of my career. Your program is well run and you should be
proud of it.”
m “ I wanted to congratulate you all for the wonderful course that we had. I
really enjoyed it. The material, coordination, and expertise was of great
quality. What impressed me was the friendly, courteous, and patient
attitude toward us. These characteristics define an excellent teaching
institution. The food, the timing, and the coordinated didactice material
were also impressive.”
m “ All of us were very satisfied and I had some fun comparing notes with my
partner about his experience too. What a great program y’all have put
together.”
m “ This ranks as the best post-graduate educational course I have ever
attended.
m For anonymous evaluations submitted to SCCT, please see
jhucardiacct.org/content/evaluations.
Good Fair Poor
Overall Evaluation 589 47 4 1 0
Organization 556 74 11 1 0
Content 575 62 5 3 0
Usefulness 577 58 7 1 0
Quality of
presentations
540 90 11 2 0

Registration Form Course Number 80029223
Cardiac CT Practicum: The Total Experience (FY13)
Please call (410) 550-0845 for date availability. Once you have confirmed
your dates, please fax: (866) 510-7088 or mail this form to Johns
Hopkins University, Office of Continuing Medical Education, P.O. Box
64128, Baltimore, Maryland 21264-4128. Include check payable to
HOPKINS/80029223, or include credit card information below.
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Registration Fees:
M Physicians. ...........................................$5,995
M Residents*/Fellows*/Nurses/Allied Health Professionals .......$2,997
*with verification of status
For registrations received after 5:00 p.m. EST five days prior to the
activity starting date, include a $50 late fee. (See brochure for Late Fee and
Cancellation Policy)
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