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<strong>Come</strong> <strong>Celebrate</strong> <strong>With</strong> <strong>Us</strong>!<br />
Professional <strong>Education</strong><br />
2013 Course Catalog<br />
• Ultrasound<br />
• Registry Reviews<br />
• Mammography<br />
• Magnetic Resonance<br />
• Computed Tomography<br />
• Diagnostic Radiography<br />
• Bone Density<br />
• Quality Management<br />
• Digital Technology / PACs<br />
www.AHEConline.com<br />
The Art and Science of Imaging
Welcome to 2013<br />
What’s in it for you?<br />
<strong>Come</strong> <strong>Celebrate</strong> <strong>With</strong><br />
<strong>Us</strong>! This is a milestone year<br />
for <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong><br />
<strong>Center</strong> as we begin<br />
our 25th year anniversary<br />
and we couldn’t have done<br />
it without you! We are excited<br />
about the future and<br />
have a lot of activities planned to celebrate. We<br />
hope you will join us. Our kick-off celebration<br />
will begin by giving away a cruise to one of our<br />
lucky customers in May. You will be entered to<br />
win each time you attend a course through April<br />
30, 2013. We will be launching our new web<br />
store in the near future featuring “On Demand<br />
CE” with new and convenient video online<br />
course offerings. Also live broadcasting from the<br />
Houston classroom is coming soon!<br />
New courses, new partnerships, and some new<br />
faces, but the same level of commitment to providing<br />
the best opportunities for your career.<br />
We look forward to once again Exceeding Expectations<br />
in 2013.<br />
Marilyn Sackett, MED, RT(R), FASRT<br />
President/CEO<br />
See Our<br />
Course Schedules<br />
On Pages 4-8<br />
www.aheconline.com<br />
4 Ways to Register<br />
Learn Career Skills<br />
Learn career skills in advanced imaging.<br />
Imaging has the most advanced<br />
technology for patient diagnosis. You<br />
can learn a new procedure, add a modality<br />
or new service to your practice or<br />
improve your skills and marketability.<br />
We Make House Calls<br />
Leave your suitcase behind, we make<br />
House Calls! We’ll bring our training<br />
to you. You can select an existing<br />
course and faculty. Include “hands-on”<br />
training, and provide training for your<br />
staff. It’s simple and easy. Just call us for<br />
partnership opportunities.<br />
Partnership Opportunities<br />
Have a training request for your own<br />
special needs? We provide customized<br />
training designed to fill your performance<br />
gap. Accreditation issues, validation,<br />
evaluation, new procedures,<br />
or improving skills. We can help you<br />
meet your training goals.<br />
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Whether it’s on-site, on-line, by telephone,<br />
or at our facility, our experts are<br />
available to assist you and your facility<br />
through the unexpected, the “rocky<br />
roads”, and the unknown. We are ready to<br />
provide the assistance in regulatory issues,<br />
pre accreditation surveys and assessment,<br />
medical staff CME, and facility startups.<br />
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Table of Contents<br />
Professional <strong>Education</strong><br />
n Course Schedules<br />
- Houston Schedule by Modality............................................ 4<br />
- Texas Schedule..................................................................... 5<br />
- National Schedule by Date - January-May.......................... 6<br />
- National Schedule by Modality - January-May................. 7-8<br />
n Ultrasound Courses<br />
General Ultrasound<br />
- Introduction to Abdominal Ultrasound......................................12<br />
- Abdominal Ultrasound................................................................13<br />
OB/GYN Ultrasound<br />
- OB/GYN Ultrasound (5 Days)....................................................14<br />
- OB/GYN Ultrasound (3 Days)....................................................15<br />
- Limited OB Ultrasound (2 Days)................................................16<br />
- Gynecological Ultrasound...........................................................17<br />
- Breast Ultrasound.........................................................................18<br />
Vascular Ultrasound<br />
- Vascular Ultrasound.....................................................................19<br />
- Peripheral Vascular Case Studies and Diagnostic Challenges.....20<br />
- Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Venous Insufficiency........21<br />
- Carotid Duplex/Color Flow.........................................................22<br />
Echocardiography Ultrasound<br />
- Echocardiography / Cardiac Doppler...........................................23.<br />
- Echocardiography Case Studies and Diagnostic Challenges.......24<br />
- Focused Echocardiography (FTTE) Training for Intensivists<br />
and Critical Care Professional..................................................25<br />
Emergency Medicine Ultrasound<br />
- Introduction to Emergency Medicine Ultrasound......................26<br />
- <strong>Advanced</strong> Emergency Medicine Ultrasound...............................27<br />
- Critical Care Ultrasound.............................................................28<br />
Specialty Ultrasound<br />
- Scan with the Experts: Ultrasound Scanning Skills Workshops...29<br />
- Ultrasound Guided Venous Access and PICC Line....................30<br />
- Musculoskeletal Ultrasound.........................................................31<br />
- Point of Care Ultrasound: Introduction......................................32<br />
- Point of Care Ultrasound: <strong>Advanced</strong>..........................................33<br />
n Registry Review Courses<br />
- CT Registry Exam Review...........................................................34<br />
- MRI Registry Review...................................................................34<br />
- Mammography Registry Review..................................................34<br />
- Bone Densitometry Comprehensive Examination Review ........34<br />
- QM Registry Review....................................................................34<br />
- ARRT Registry Review for Diagnostic Imaging:.........................34<br />
n Digital Technology<br />
- Improving Your Image - Mastering Digital Radiography.............35<br />
- Principles of PACS.......................................................................36<br />
- Troubleshooting Digital Radiography Workshop........................37<br />
- Digital Radiography and the ACR Practice Guidelines..............38<br />
- The Art and Science of Digital Imaging.....................................38<br />
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n Mammography<br />
- Mammography Fellowship..................................................... 39-40<br />
- Digital Mammography and Clinical Applications......................41<br />
- A Workshop for Mammographers:<br />
When Only the Best Will Do..................................................42<br />
- Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT)...........................................43<br />
- Digital Mammography and the ACR Practice Guidelines..........44<br />
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy............................................................44<br />
- Breast Ultrasound.........................................................................45<br />
n Computed Tomography<br />
- CT Fellowship..............................................................................46<br />
- Be All That You Can Be In CT...................................................47<br />
n Magnetic Resonance Imaging<br />
- MRI Fellowship............................................................................48<br />
n Bone Densitometry<br />
- Bone Densitometry: Principles and Procedures...........................49<br />
- Radiation Safety in Imaging Today (4-hour course)...................50<br />
- Bone Densitometry Comprehensive Examination Review.........51<br />
- Nuts and Bolts of Bone Densitometry.........................................51<br />
n Quality Management<br />
- Quality Management Fellowship.................................................52<br />
n Clinical Fellowship Information............................. 53<br />
n Radiation Safety<br />
- Medical Radiation Safety Officer.................................................54<br />
- Radiation Safety in Imaging Today (4-hour course)...................55<br />
- RSO for Diagnostic X-Ray...........................................................55<br />
- RSO Trends and Compliance Refresher......................................55<br />
n Venipuncture<br />
- Venipuncture and Pharmacology for Contrast Media Procedures.... 56<br />
n Meet the Team.......................................................................... 57<br />
n Preferred Hotels.................................................................... 58<br />
n General Information........................................................... 59<br />
n Registration Information................................................. 60<br />
n Home Study Information .................................................. 61<br />
- Home Studies..............................................................................62-63<br />
n Order Forms<br />
- Class Registration Form.................................................................. 64<br />
- Home Study Order Form...........................................................65-66
Bone Density<br />
Jan 25<br />
Feb 16<br />
Mar 15<br />
Mar 16-17<br />
Apr 20<br />
Computed Tomography<br />
Jan 26-27<br />
CT Registry Review<br />
Mar 7-10<br />
CT Fellowship<br />
Mar 11-15<br />
CT Clinical Rotation<br />
Mar 18-22<br />
CT Clinical Rotation<br />
May 18<br />
CT Miniconference<br />
Register @ www.AHEConline.com<br />
January - May 2013<br />
Course Schedule by Modality<br />
Radiation Safety in Imaging Today<br />
Bone Density Comprehensive Exam Review<br />
Radiation Safety in Imaging Today<br />
Bone Densitometry Principles and Procedures<br />
Bone Densitometry CE Conference<br />
Mammography<br />
Initial Training<br />
Jan 17-20 Mammography Fellowship (Option 1)<br />
Jan 17-23 Mammography Fellowship (Option 2)<br />
Jan 21<br />
Digital Mammography and Clinical Applications<br />
Feb 16<br />
Mammography: Excellence is the Only Option<br />
Mar 23<br />
Breast Ultrasound for Mammographers<br />
Apr 18-21 Mammography Fellowship (Option 1)<br />
Apr 18-24 Mammography Fellowship (Option 2)<br />
Apr 22<br />
Digital Mammography and Clinical Applications<br />
May 4<br />
Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Magnetic Resonance Imaging<br />
Feb 23-24<br />
MRI Registry Review<br />
Apr 18-21<br />
MRI Fellowship<br />
Apr 22-26<br />
MRI Fellowship Clinical<br />
Apr 29-May 3 MRI Fellowship Clinical<br />
May 6-10<br />
MRI Fellowship Clinical<br />
CE Houston (January - May)<br />
Jan 19 Staying Connected: New Year, New You<br />
Feb 9 Radiology: Saving Lives Every Day<br />
Feb 14-15 Improving Your Image: Mastering Digital Radiolgraphy<br />
Feb 16-17 Principles of PACS<br />
Mar 8 Spring Fling Miniconference - Day 1<br />
Mar 9 Spring Fling Miniconference - Day 2<br />
Apr 6 ARRT Registry Review<br />
Apr 13 Diagnostic CE Miniconference<br />
Apr 13-14 Medical Radiation Safety Officer<br />
Apr 27 Improving Your NCT Imaging Skills<br />
May 11 Diagnostic CE Miniconference<br />
Radiation Safety<br />
Jan 25 Radiation Safety in Imaging Today<br />
Mar 15 Radiation Safety in Imaging Today<br />
Imaging Skills Training - Houston<br />
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Quality Management<br />
February 8-9 Quality Management Registry Review<br />
March 21-23 Quality Management Fellowship<br />
Ultrasound<br />
January<br />
Jan 8-10 Intro to Emergency Medicine Ultrasound<br />
Point of Care Ultrasound<br />
Jan 8-12 <strong>Advanced</strong> Emergency Medicine Ultrasound<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> Point of Care Ultrasound<br />
Jan 14-21 Echocardiography/Cardiac Doppler (8 Day)<br />
Jan 24 Scan with the Experts: Scanning Skill Workshops OB<br />
Jan 24 Scan with the Experts: Critical Care Ultrasound<br />
Jan 25 Scan with the Experts: Scanning Skill Workshop Abdomen<br />
Jan 26 Carotid Duplex Case Studies and Diagnostic Challenges<br />
Jan 26-27 Breast Ultrasound<br />
Jan 27 Peripheral Vascular Case Studies and Diagnostic Challenges<br />
Jan 28-Feb1 Abdominal Ultrasound (5 Day)<br />
February<br />
Feb 4-8 OB/GYN Ultrasound (5 Day)<br />
Feb 9 Ultrasound Guided Vascular Access/PICC Line Access<br />
Feb 16 Echocardiography Case Studies and Diagnostic Challenges<br />
Feb18-22 Vascular Ultrasound (5 Day)<br />
Feb 23-24 Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (2 Day)<br />
March<br />
Feb 28-Mar 1 Scan with the Experts:<br />
Cardiovascular Scanning Skills Workshop<br />
Mar 2 Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Venous Insufficiency<br />
Mar 2-3 Gynecological Ultrasound<br />
Mar 5-7 Introduction to Emergency Medicine Ultrasound/<br />
Point of Care Ultrasound<br />
Mar 8-9 <strong>Advanced</strong> Emergency Medicine Ultrasound/<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> Point of Care Ultrasound<br />
Mar 15-16 Carotid Duplex/Color Flow<br />
Mar 18-20 Introduction to Abdominal Ultrasound<br />
Mar 21-23 OB/GYN Ultrasound (3 Day)<br />
Mar 23 Breast Ultrasound for Mammographers<br />
April<br />
Apr 5-6<br />
Apr 8-12<br />
Apr 15-19<br />
Apr 22-26<br />
Apr 29<br />
Apr 30<br />
May<br />
May 1-3<br />
May 1-5<br />
May 4-5<br />
May 4-5<br />
May 13-20<br />
May 23-24<br />
Focused Transthoracic Echo for Intensivist/Critical Care<br />
Abdominal Ultrasound (5 Day)<br />
OB/GYN Ultrasound (5 Day)<br />
Vascular Ultrasound (5 Day)<br />
Scanning with the Experts: OB Scanning Skills Workshop<br />
Scanning with the Experts:<br />
Abdomen Scanning Skills Workshop<br />
Introduction to Abdominal Ultrasound<br />
Combined: Intro to Abdomen & Limited OB Ultrasound<br />
State of Nuclear Cardiology<br />
Limited OB Ultrasound<br />
Echocardiography/Cardiac Doppler (8 Day)<br />
Scan with the Experts:<br />
Cardiovascular Scanning Skills Workshops
Imaging Continuing <strong>Education</strong> - Texas<br />
Diagnostic<br />
January<br />
Houston Jan19 Staying Connected: New Year, New You<br />
Houston Jan 21 Digital Mammography and Clinical Applications<br />
Houston Jan 25 Radiation Safety in Imaging Today<br />
Dallas Jan 25 Top Trends in Radiology Part 1<br />
Dallas Jan 26 Top Trends in Radiology Part 2<br />
San Antonio Jan 26 Radiology Challenges: Age and Diversity<br />
Abilene Jan 26 Hot Topics in Diagnostic Imaging<br />
Austin Jan 26 Mammography: New Year-New Hope (5 hour)<br />
Corpus Christi Jan 26 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
February<br />
Texarkana Feb 2 Radiologic Windows to the Brain<br />
Houston Feb 9 Radiology: Saving Lives Every Day<br />
Lufkin Feb 9 Radiology: Challenges and Changes<br />
Ft. Worth Feb 9 Improving Your NCT Imaging Skills<br />
Kingwood Feb 9 Trending in Radiology: Only the Smart Survive<br />
Houston Feb 14-15 Improving Your Image: Mastering Digital Radiolgraphy<br />
Houston Feb 16-17 Principles of PACS<br />
Houston Feb 16 Mammography: Excellence is the Only Option<br />
Dallas Feb 16 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Edinburg Feb 23 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
San Antonio Feb 23 Trending in Radiology: Only the Smart Survive<br />
Tyler Feb 23 Imaging Beyond the Normal Patient<br />
Dallas Feb 23-24 Medical Radiation Safety Officer<br />
Amarillo Feb 23 Radiology Changes and Challenges<br />
January - May 2013<br />
Course Schedule<br />
March<br />
Edinburg Mar 2 Radiographic Windows to the Brain<br />
Houston Mar 8 Spring Fling Miniconference - Day 1<br />
Houston Mar 9 Spring Fling Miniconference - Day 2<br />
San Antonio Mar 9 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Victoria Mar 9 Hot Topics in Diagnostic Imaging<br />
Dallas Mar 9-10 State of Nuclear Cardiology<br />
Houston Mar 15 Radiation Safety in Imaging Today<br />
Laredo Mar 16 Hot Topics in Diagnostic Imaging<br />
Dallas Mar 23 Savvy Skills for the MRI Technologist<br />
Austin Mar 23 Trending in Radiology : Only the Smart Survive<br />
San Antonio Mar 23 Radiologic Windows to the Brain<br />
Houston Mar 23 Breast Ultrasound for Mammographers<br />
Sherman Mar 23 Radiology Transitions to Reality-AKA RTR<br />
April<br />
Wichita Falls Apr 13 Imaging Beyond the Normal Patient<br />
Ft. Worth Apr 13 Radiology Transitions to Reality-AKA RTR<br />
New Braunfels Apr 13-14 State of Nuclear Cardiology<br />
Houston Apr 13-14 Medical Radiation Safety Officer<br />
Uvalde Apr 20 Imaging Beyond the Normal Patient<br />
Houston Apr 22 Digital Mammography and Clinical Applications<br />
Amarillo Apr 27 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Houston Apr 27 Improving Your NCT Imaging Skills<br />
Corpus Christi Apr 27 Radiology Transitions to Reality-AKA RTR<br />
May<br />
Houston May 4 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Lubbock May 4 Hot Topics in Diagnostic Imaging<br />
Kerrville May 4 Imaging Beyond the Normal Patient<br />
Dallas May 4 Diagnostic CE Miniconference<br />
Longview May 4 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Houston May 11 Diagnostic CE Miniconference<br />
Houston May 18 CT Miniconference<br />
Midland May 18 Out of the Box Imaging<br />
El Paso May 18 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Mt. Pleasant May 18 Radiology Transitions to Reality-AKA RTR<br />
San Antonio May 18 Improving Your NCT Imaging Skills<br />
San Antonio May 18 Diagnostic CE Miniconference<br />
All courses are Category A and 8 hours unless otherwise noted.<br />
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January<br />
Fresno, CA Jan 12 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Shreveport, LA Jan 12 Trending in Radiology : Only the Smart Survive<br />
Greensboro, NC Jan 12 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Greensboro, NC Jan 12 Savvy Skills for the MRI Technologist<br />
San Diego, CA Jan 18 The New Culture in Radiology: Old Habits Die Hard!<br />
Richmond, VA Jan 19 The 3R’s: Radiology, Ropes, Risks<br />
San Diego, CA Jan 19 Digital Mammography and Clinical Applications<br />
White Plains, NY Jan 19 Mammography: Take This Job and Love It<br />
Las Vegas, NV Jan 19-20 Principles and Procedures of Bone Densitometry<br />
Los Angeles, CA Jan 25-26 Improving Your Image: Mastering Digital Radiography<br />
Los Angeles, CA Jan 26 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Austin, TX Jan 26 Mammography: New Year-New Hope<br />
Corpus Christi, TX Jan 26 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Dallas, TX Jan 25 Top Trends in Radiology Part 1<br />
Dallas, TX Jan 26 Top Trends in Radiology Part 2<br />
San Antonio, TX Jan 26 Radiology Challenges: Age and Diversity<br />
San Francisco, CA Jan 26 “CSI Radiology” Forensic Case Studies in Radiology<br />
San Francisco, CA Jan 26 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Abilene, TX Jan 26 Hot Topics in Diagnostic Imaging<br />
February<br />
San Diego , CA Feb 2 Venipuncture and Pharmacology for Contrast Procedures<br />
Texarkana, TX Feb 2 Radiologic Windows to the Brain<br />
Kansas City, MO Feb 2 The 3R’s: Radiology, Ropes and Risks<br />
Kingwood, TX Feb 9 Trending in Radiology: Only the Smart Survive<br />
Logan, WV Feb 9 Trending in Radiology: Only the Smart Survive<br />
Lufkin, TX Feb 9 Radiology: Challenges and Changes<br />
Providence, RI Feb 9 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Providence, RI Feb 9 Radiology Transitions to Reality-AKA RTR<br />
Shreveport, LA Feb 9 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Trenton, NJ Feb 9 Savvy Skills for the Mammographer<br />
Ft. Worth, TX Feb 9 Improving Your NCT Imaging Skills<br />
Houston Feb 14-15 Improving Your Image: Mastering Digital Radiolgraphy<br />
Houston Feb 16-17 Principles of PACS<br />
Dallas, TX Feb 16 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Raleigh, NC Feb 16 Be All That You Can Be in CT<br />
Raleigh, NC Feb 16 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Edinburg, TX Feb 23 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Albany, NY Feb 23 Savvy Skills for the Mammographer<br />
Albany, NY Feb 23 Radiology Risky Business<br />
San Antonio, TX Feb 23 Trending in Radiology: Only the Smart Survive<br />
Tyler, TX Feb 23 Imaging Beyond the Normal Patient<br />
Wichita, KS Feb 23 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Dallas, TX<br />
Feb 23-24 Medical Radiation Safety Officer<br />
Wichita, KS Feb 23 Radiologic Windows to the Brain<br />
Amarillo, TX Feb 23 Radiology Changes and Challenges<br />
March<br />
McAllen/Edinburg, TX Mar 2 Radiographic Windows to the Brain<br />
Ina, IL Mar 2 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Burbank, CA Mar 2 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Burbank, CA Mar 2 Venipuncture and Pharmacology for Contrast Procedures<br />
Las Vegas, NV Mar 2-3 Troubleshooting Digital Radiography Workshop<br />
San Francisco, CA Mar 8-9 CT Registry Review<br />
San Antonio, TX Mar 9 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Springfield, MO Mar 9 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Victoria, TX Mar 9 Hot Topics in Diagnostic Imaging<br />
Charlotte, NC Mar 9 Savvy Skills for the MRI Technologist<br />
Dallas, TX Mar 9-10 State of Nuclear Cardiology<br />
Register @ www.AHEConline.com<br />
Imaging Continuing <strong>Education</strong><br />
January - May 2013<br />
National Courses by Date<br />
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March (continued)<br />
Santa Barbara, CA Mar 09 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Laredo, TX Mar 16 Hot Topics in Diagnostic Imaging<br />
Spokane, WA Mar 16 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Worcester, MA Mar 16 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Detroit, MI Mar 16 Radiology Transitions to Reality Aka RTR<br />
Dallas, TX Mar 23 Savvy Skills for the MRI Technologist<br />
Charlotte, NC Mar 23 Mammography: Take This Job and Love It<br />
Austin, TX Mar 23 Trending in Radiology : Only the Smart Survive<br />
San Antonio, TX Mar 23 Radiologic Windows to the Brain<br />
Sherman, TX Mar 23 Radiology Transitions to Reality-AKA RTR<br />
April<br />
Baltimore, MD Apr 6 Savvy Skills for the MRI Technologist<br />
Baltimore, MD Apr 6 Savvy Skills for the Mammographer<br />
Atlanta, GA Apr 6 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Detroit, MI Apr 6 Digital Mammography and Clinical Applications<br />
New Braunfels, TX Apr 13-14 State of Nuclear Cardiology<br />
Memphis, TN Apr 13 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Wichita Falls, TX Apr 13 Imaging Beyond the Normal Patient<br />
Ft. Worth, TX Apr 13 Radiology Transitions to Reality-AKA RTR<br />
San Jose, CA Apr 19 The New Culture in Radiology: Old Habits Die Hard!<br />
San Jose, CA Apr 20 Digital Mammography and Clinical Applications<br />
Nashville, TN Apr 20 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Mahwah, NJ Apr 13 CSI Radiology “Case Studies in Radiology<br />
Portland, OR Apr 20 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Phoenix, AZ Apr 20 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Uvalde, TX Apr 20 Imaging Beyond the Normal Patient<br />
Los Angeles, CA Apr 27-28 Troubleshooting Digital Radiography Workshop<br />
Nashville, TN Apr 27 CSI Radiology “Case Studies in Radiology<br />
Amarillo, TX Apr 27 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Corpus Christi, TX Apr 27 Radiology Transitions to Reality-AKA RTR<br />
May<br />
Las Vegas, NV May 3-4 Medical Radiation Safety Officer<br />
Lubbock, TX May 4 Hot Topics in Diagnostic Imaging<br />
Springfield, IL May 4 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Longview, TX May 4 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Stockton, CA May 4 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Little Rock, AR May 4 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Syracuse, NY May 4 Savvy Skills for the Mammographer<br />
Kerrville, TX May 4 Imaging Beyond the Normal Patient<br />
Dallas, TX May 4 Diagnostic CE Miniconference<br />
Hartford, CT May 11 Mammography: Take This Job and Love It<br />
Midland, TX May 18 Out of the Box Imaging<br />
Reno, NV May 18 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Las Vegas, NV May 17-18 Workshop for Mammographers:<br />
When Only the Best Will Do<br />
Mt. Pleasant, TX May 18 Radiology Transitions to Reality-AKA RTR<br />
Seattle, WA May 18 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Seattle, WA May 18 Hot Topics in Diagnostic Imaging<br />
El Paso, TX May 18 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Detroit, MI May 18 “CSI Radiology” Forensic Case Studies in Radiology<br />
San Antonio, TX May 18 Improving Your NCT Imaging Skills<br />
San Antonio, TX May 18 Diagnostic CE Miniconference<br />
Los Angeles, CA May 18-19 Principles and Procedures of Bone Densitometry<br />
Nashville, TN May 18-19 CT Registry Review<br />
Nashville, TN May 18-19 MRI Registry Review<br />
All courses are Category A and 8 hours unless otherwise noted.
Imaging Continuing <strong>Education</strong><br />
January - May 2013<br />
National Courses by Modality<br />
Mammography<br />
January<br />
Fresno, CA Jan 12 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Greensboro, NC Jan 12 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
San Diego, CA Jan 19 Digital Mammography and Clinical Applications<br />
White Plains, NY Jan 19 Mammography: Take This Job and Love It<br />
Los Angeles, CA Jan 26 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Austin, TX Jan 26 Mammography: New Year-New Hope<br />
Corpus Christi, TX Jan 26 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
San Francisco, CA Jan 26 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
February<br />
Providence, RI Feb 9 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Shreveport, LA Feb 9 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Trenton, NJ Feb 9 Savvy Skills for the Mammographer<br />
Raleigh, NC Feb 16 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Edinburg, TX Feb 23 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Albany, NY Feb 23 Savvy Skills for the Mammographer<br />
Wichita, KS Feb 23 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
March<br />
Ina, IL Mar 2 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Burbank, CA Mar 2 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
San Antonio, TX Mar 9 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Springfield, MO Mar 9 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Santa Barbara, CA Mar 09 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Spokane, WA Mar 16 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Worcester, MA Mar 16 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Detroit, MI Mar 16 Radiology Transitions to Reality Aka RTR<br />
Charlotte, NC Mar 23 Mammography: Take This Job and Love It<br />
April<br />
Baltimore, MD Apr 6 Savvy Skills for the Mammographer<br />
Atlanta, GA Apr 6 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Detroit, MI Apr 6 Digital Mammography and Clinical Applications<br />
Memphis, TN Apr 13 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
San Jose, CA Apr 20 Digital Mammography and Clinical Applications<br />
Nashville, TN Apr 20 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Portland, OR Apr 20 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Phoenix, AZ Apr 20 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Amarillo, TX Apr 27 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
May<br />
Springfield, IL May 4 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Longview, TX May 4 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Stockton, CA May 4 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Little Rock, AR May 4 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Syracuse, NY May 4 Savvy Skills for the Mammographer<br />
Hartford, CT May 11 Mammography: Take This Job and Love It<br />
Reno, NV May 18 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Las Vegas, NV May 17-18 A Workshop for Mammographers:<br />
When Only the Best Will Do<br />
Mt. Pleasant, TX May 18 Radiology Transitions to Reality-AKA RTR<br />
Seattle, WA May 18 Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
El Paso, TX May 18 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
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Bone Density<br />
Las Vegas, NV Jan 19-20 Principles and Procedures of Bone Densitometry<br />
Los Angeles, CA May 18-19 Principles and Procedures of Bone Densitometry<br />
Computed Tomography<br />
Raleigh, NC Feb 16 Be All That You Can Be in CT<br />
San Francisco, CA Mar 8-9 CT Registry Review<br />
Nashville, TN May 18-19 CT Registry Review<br />
Digital/PACS<br />
Los Angeles, CA Jan 25-26 Improving Your Image: Mastering Digital Radiography<br />
Houston Feb 14-15 Improving Your Image: Mastering Digital Radiolgraphy<br />
Houston Feb 16-17 Principles of PACS<br />
Las Vegas, NV Mar 2-3 Troubleshooting Digital Radiography Workshop<br />
Los Angeles, CA Apr 27-28 Troubleshooting Digital Radiography Workshop<br />
MRI<br />
Greensboro, NC Jan 12 Savvy Skills for the MRI Technologist<br />
Charlotte, NC Mar 9 Savvy Skills for the MRI Technologist<br />
Dallas, TX Mar 23 Savvy Skills for the MRI Technologist<br />
Baltimore, MD Apr 6 Savvy Skills for the MRI Technologist<br />
Nashville, TN May 18 MRI Registry Review<br />
Nuclear Medicine<br />
Dallas, TX Mar 9-10 State of Nuclear Cardiology<br />
New Braunfels, TX Apr 13-14 State of Nuclear Cardiology<br />
Venipuncture<br />
San Diego , CA Feb 2 Venipuncture and Pharmacology for<br />
Contrast Procedures<br />
Burbank, CA Mar 2 Venipuncture and Pharmacology for<br />
Contrast Procedures<br />
All courses are Category A and 8 hours unless otherwise noted.<br />
Marilyn Sackett and Bettye Wilson catching up at ASRT<br />
Call <strong>Us</strong> @ 800.239.1361
Imaging Continuing <strong>Education</strong><br />
Diagnostic<br />
Providence, RI Feb 9 Radiology Transitions to Reality-AKA RTR<br />
Shreveport, LA Jan 12 Trending in Radiology : Only the Smart Survive<br />
San Diego, CA Jan 18 The New Culture in Radiology: Old Habits Die Hard!<br />
Richmond, VA Jan 19 3R’s: Radiology, Ropes, Risks<br />
Los Angeles, CA Jan 25-26 Improving Your Image:<br />
Mastering Digital Radiography<br />
Dallas, TX Jan 25 Top Trends in Radiology Part 1<br />
Dallas, TX Jan 26 Top Trends in Radiology Part 2<br />
San Antonio, TX Jan 26 Radiology Challenges: Age and Diversity<br />
San Francisco, CA Jan 26 “CSI Radiology” Forensic Case Studies in Radiology<br />
Abilene, TX Jan 26 Hot Topics in Diagnostic Imaging<br />
Texarkana, TX Feb 2 Radiologic Windows to the Brain<br />
Kansas City, MO Feb 2 3R’s: Radiology, Ropes and Risks<br />
Kingwood, TX Feb 9 Trending in Radiology: Only the Smart Survive<br />
Logan, WV Feb 9 Trending in Radiology: Only the Smart Survive<br />
Lufkin, TX Feb 9 Radiology: Challenges and Changes<br />
Dallas, TX Feb 16 Mammography: Pink Ribbons Tied <strong>With</strong> Hope<br />
Albany, NY Feb 23 Radiology Risky Business<br />
San Antonio, TX Feb 23 Trending in Radiology: Only the Smart Survive<br />
Tyler, TX Feb 23 Imaging Beyond the Normal Patient<br />
Dallas, TX Feb 23-24 Medical Radiation Safety Officer<br />
Wichita, KS Feb 23 Radiologic Windows to the Brain<br />
Amarillo, TX Feb 23 Radiology Changes and Challenges<br />
January - June 2013<br />
National Courses by Modality<br />
All courses are Category A and 8 hours unless otherwise noted.<br />
Diagnostic (continued)<br />
McAllen/Edinburg, TX Mar 2 Radiographic Windows to the Brain<br />
Victoria, TX Mar 9 Hot Topics in Diagnostic Imaging<br />
Laredo, TX Mar 16 Hot Topics in Diagnostic Imaging<br />
Sherman, TX Mar 23 Radiology Transitions to Reality-AKA RTR<br />
Austin, TX Mar 23 Trending in Radiology : Only the Smart Survive<br />
San Antonio, TX Mar 23 Radiologic Windows to the Brain<br />
Wichita Falls, TX Apr 13 Imaging Beyond the Normal Patient<br />
Ft. Worth, TX Apr 13 Radiology Transitions to Reality-AKA RTR<br />
San Jose, CA Apr 19 The New Culture in Radiology:<br />
Old Habits Die Hard!<br />
Mahwah, NJ Apr 13 “CSI Radiology” Case Studies in Radiology<br />
Uvalde, TX Apr 20 Imaging Beyond the Normal Patient<br />
Nashville, TN Apr 27 “CSI Radiology” Case Studies in Radiology<br />
Corpus Christi, TX Apr 27 Radiology Transitions to Reality-AKA RTR<br />
Las Vegas, NV May 3-4 Medical Radiation Safety Officer<br />
Lubbock, TX May 4 Hot Topics in Diagnostic Imaging<br />
Kerrville, TX May 4 Imaging Beyond the Normal Patient<br />
Dallas, TX May 4 Diagnostic CE Miniconference<br />
Midland, TX May 18 Out of the Box Imaging<br />
Seattle, WA May 18 Hot Topics in Diagnostic Imaging<br />
Detroit, MI May 18 “CSI Radiology” Forensic Case Studies in Radiology<br />
San Antonio, TX May 18 Diagnostic CE Miniconference<br />
Los Angeles, CA Apr 27-28 Troubleshooting Digital Radiography Workshop<br />
NCT<br />
Ft. Worth, TX Feb 9 Improving Your NCT Imaging Skills<br />
San Antonio, TX May 18 Improving Your NCT Imaging Skills<br />
Register @ www.AHEConline.com<br />
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<strong>Education</strong>al Partnerships<br />
In today’s cost-conscious healthcare market, providing<br />
quality skills training and continuing education<br />
for your employees can be a challenge.<br />
Let us help you maximize your training dollars.<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, is prepared to<br />
help meet your challenges by making our courses<br />
available in a variety of ways. As the largest provider<br />
of continuing education in medical imaging,<br />
we have the resources and a group of expert trainers<br />
to help you meet your specific goals.<br />
All you do is:<br />
• Tell us what you need<br />
Modality, date, and your training goals<br />
• Tell us how many you need to train<br />
Have a small group? We can open the class to the local area,<br />
market it, and let your facility garner the praise for an outstanding<br />
community service!<br />
• Provide meeting space at your facility<br />
• Provide refreshments<br />
It can be as simple as coffee and donuts<br />
• Promote the meeting<br />
Talk it up, let others in your area know about the great course you<br />
have arranged, and post the flyers we provide<br />
What we do:<br />
• Provide faculty and all travel, lodging, and honorariums<br />
• Develop and distribute marketing materials<br />
• Register, collect fees and maintain attendance records<br />
• Provide certificates for continuing education credit<br />
ASRT Category A for Technologists<br />
SDMS for Sonographers<br />
ACCME Category 1 for Physicians<br />
“<br />
I have been setting up seminars for years.<br />
When JPS partnered with AHEC my part<br />
became effortless. AHEC has a great team of<br />
people who handle every detail. Together as a<br />
team we have a full house each seminar<br />
with exceptional speakers. I would highly<br />
recommend partnering with AHEC. ”<br />
Faith Kaplan, RT(R)<br />
Advantages of Partnership<br />
• Cost<br />
Partnership is a cost-effective approach to meeting the employee<br />
educational goals and challenges.<br />
• Recognition<br />
Your facility will be recognized as a provider of exceptional<br />
educational opportunities for local technologists. It’s a great<br />
morale booster and gives your facility maximum exposure in the<br />
imaging community.<br />
• Dependability<br />
Your technologists will earn CE credit from a leader in imaging training<br />
with over 25 years experience and a stellar reputation.<br />
• Ease<br />
Scheduling training is easy, because we are determined to remove<br />
the hassle. Leave the heavy lifting to us!<br />
• Targeted Training<br />
Training is targeted to improve clinical skills, increase productivity,<br />
and promote professionalism.<br />
We have over 100 course titles to choose from<br />
including courses in:<br />
3 Mammography 3 CT 3 MRI<br />
3 Bone Density 3 Quality Management 3 Ultrasound<br />
3 Radiation Safety 3 Venipuncture 3 Digital Imaging<br />
Don’t find a course for your staff? Let one of our expert faculty design something special.<br />
Help is just a call away!<br />
800.239.1361<br />
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CME Mission Statement<br />
CME Mission Statement<br />
Purpose:<br />
The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. CME mission is to<br />
provide physicians with evidence-based education and training that<br />
increases knowledge, enhances competency, improves performance<br />
in practice and patient care.<br />
Content Areas:<br />
The educational activities set forth by <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong><br />
<strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. are aimed at meeting the primary and specialty training<br />
and credentialing requirements of physicians with professional practice<br />
gaps in the Imaging Sciences. <strong>Education</strong>al activities are based on the<br />
identified needs underlying the professional practice gaps. The identified<br />
needs are derived from multiple sources including; physician request<br />
for training, past activity evaluation data, medical expert consultations,<br />
committee findings, literature reviews, credentialing requirements, professional<br />
organization recommendations and published data.<br />
Target Audience:<br />
The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> provides CME to local, state,<br />
national, and international physicians and healthcare professionals<br />
based on professional practice gaps and identified educational needs in<br />
the Imaging Sciences.<br />
Types of Activities Provided:<br />
AHEC strives to develop the latest in need-based instruction utilizing<br />
best practices in the Imaging Sciences by employing a wide variety of<br />
educational formats. Formats include skills-based training, simulations,<br />
conferences, workshops, seminars and one-on-one applications using<br />
exemplary instruction that incorporates both the cognitive and psychomotor<br />
domains of learning from expert and experienced faculty.<br />
Customized training and private tutorials meet the individual needs of<br />
practitioners and foster a safe and supportive educational environment.<br />
Expected Results:<br />
• Enhance knowledge, competency in the Imaging Sciences and the ultimate<br />
performance of physicians to improve patient care<br />
• Promote changes in practice patterns which lead to more efficient, effective<br />
and less costly healthcare.<br />
• Positively impact patient outcomes by providing primary and advanced<br />
technical training.<br />
• Incorporate clinically pertinent skills and emerging interests to improve<br />
physician clinical performance.<br />
• Promote the practice of evidence-based medicine.<br />
Evaluation is the cornerstone of our program and is essential to maintain and<br />
improve the educational process. <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>’s CME<br />
programs utilize skills checklist, instructor evaluation, post activity assessments,<br />
and pre and/or post test(s) as well as follow-up outcome surveys to evaluate the<br />
expected results.<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> uses a variety of<br />
mechanisms and strategies to identify imaging professionals<br />
and physician’s practice gaps. Practice gaps are identified as<br />
a result of consulting or specific training requests, literature<br />
review, professional organization’s policy statements, regulatory<br />
requirements and credentialing guidelines. Faculty members<br />
are practicing professionals and experts in their field. This<br />
exposure allows real time access to the trends and needs within<br />
their specialty. The curriculum is reviewed annually and revised<br />
as changes in technology and practice dictate.<br />
As a part of our course development, the planning committee<br />
and faculty establish the course objectives, target audience,<br />
content and projected skill set which will ensure the identified<br />
needs are incorporated into the course. All educational activities<br />
are applicable to the scope of practice for each medical specialty.<br />
Let <strong>Us</strong><br />
EXCEED<br />
Your Expectations<br />
• Ultrasound<br />
• Registry Reviews<br />
• Mammography<br />
• Magnetic Resonance<br />
• Computed Tomography<br />
• Diagnostic Radiography<br />
• Digital Technology/PACs<br />
• Bone Density<br />
• Quality Management<br />
+ Home Studies<br />
+ On-Line <strong>Education</strong><br />
+ Consulting<br />
Accreditations & Awards<br />
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Our Ultrasound Division<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> has been providing<br />
high quality ultrasound skills training for 25 years. The <strong>Center</strong>’s<br />
training facility includes classroom and laboratory space to<br />
maximize the learning objectives. Each class is designed to<br />
accelerate learning and includes a practical hands-on component.<br />
The laboratory component is highly specialized with emphasis<br />
on learning the “must know” information by scanning normal<br />
models. The curriculum is designed to produce skills that quickly<br />
transfer to the workplace. This is accomplished through small<br />
student groups and heavy utilization of principles and theory.<br />
The CME courses that provide the hands-on component are<br />
taught in our Houston center. <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> does provide<br />
on-site training for healthcare facility staff or medical groups<br />
through individual contract courses.<br />
Training with the <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is well<br />
known for its practicality and clinical orientation. Our training<br />
approach selects the information most vital to the procedures<br />
and builds a framework that enables rapid assimilation of<br />
useful scanning tools. Correlation of lecture and lab will jumpstart<br />
your staff educationally for independent and functional<br />
operations. Our introductory classes start with the beginner’s<br />
level and teach the “must know” foundation. The “nice to know”<br />
information will be gained through clinical experience at home<br />
after the basic training or in one of our advanced courses. Our<br />
instructional staff receive rave reviews from our students.<br />
Approvals<br />
The ultrasound classes for sonographers are approved by the<br />
Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (SDMS). Due to SDMS<br />
educational credit guidelines, amount of credit awarded by SDMS<br />
varies by course. The new SDMS system for certificates does not allow<br />
printing of certificates prior to completion of the course. Students<br />
attending courses outside of Houston will have certificates emailed to<br />
them after completion of the course. Sonographers may also attend<br />
the Category 1 CME courses for credit. ARDMS recognizes AMA<br />
PRA Category 1 designation as an accepted Continuing <strong>Education</strong><br />
Evaluation Model System (AACEEMS) for sonographers. AMA PRA<br />
Category 1 credit is not acceptable to the ARRT. SDMS credit is<br />
acceptable to the ARRT.<br />
Accreditation<br />
Physicians<br />
”The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. is accredited by the<br />
Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical <strong>Education</strong> to sponsor<br />
continuing medical education for physicians.”<br />
Ultrasound courses provided in the Houston <strong>Center</strong> are desiganted<br />
for AMA Category 1 Continuing Medical <strong>Education</strong>. AMA PRA<br />
Category 1 CreditsTMis available for other specialty activities. Please<br />
check course descriptions for designation statements for AMA PRA<br />
Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate<br />
with the extent of their participation in the activity.<br />
The Introduction to Emergency Department Ultrasound/Point of<br />
Care Ultrasound program is approved by the American College of<br />
Emergency Physicians for 24 hours of ACEP Category 1 credit.<br />
The <strong>Advanced</strong> Emergency Department Ultrasound/<strong>Advanced</strong> Point<br />
of Care program is approved by the American College of Emergency<br />
Physicians for 16 hours of ACEP Category 1 credit.<br />
The Ultrasound Guided Venous/PICC Line Access program is approved<br />
by the American College of Emergency Physicians for 8 hours<br />
of ACEP Category 1 credit.<br />
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Sonographers<br />
Ultrasound courses provided in the Houston <strong>Center</strong> are designated<br />
for AMA Category 1 Continuing Medical <strong>Education</strong>. The ARDMS<br />
(American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) accepts Category<br />
1 CME. Some of the ultrasound courses are also approved for<br />
SDMS (Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) credit. Please<br />
check the course description approval designation.<br />
Disclosure of Relevant Financial Interest for Individuals in<br />
Control of Content<br />
As a provider accredited by the ACCME, <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong><br />
<strong>Center</strong>, Ltd ensures balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific<br />
rigor in all of its sponsored educational activities.<br />
In addition to the identified CME faculty member for an educational<br />
activity, all non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development or production of<br />
the sponsored activity and/or authorship or review of enduring materials<br />
do not have any relevant financial interest to disclose. Financial<br />
interest includes but is not limited to relationships with commercial<br />
companies, manufacturers, or corporations, whose products or services<br />
are related to the subject matter of the presentation within the prior<br />
12 months.<br />
The individuals listed below are acknowledged by AHEC as having<br />
control of the content, planning, development or administrative<br />
support of all educational activities.<br />
• Peggy Hoosier, M.Ed RT(R) (M) - Program Director<br />
- AHEC: Chief Operating Officer<br />
- No relevant financial interest to disclose<br />
• Sam Morale, MD - Physician Director<br />
- Audie Murphy VA Medical <strong>Center</strong> & Resident Instructor, Emergency Medicine<br />
- No relevant financial interest to disclose<br />
• Susan Sprinkle-Vincent RT (M) - Planning Committee<br />
- AHEC: Director of Mammography Services<br />
- No relevant financial interest to disclose<br />
• Lesa Mohr, RT (R) (QM) - Planning Committee<br />
- AHEC: Director of <strong>Education</strong>al Services<br />
- No relevant financial interest to disclose<br />
• TJ Zwakenberg, BS, RRT, RVT- Planning Committee / Faculty<br />
- AHEC: Sr. Vice President of <strong>Education</strong><br />
- No relevant financial interest to disclose<br />
• Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT<br />
- Planning Committee/Faculty<br />
- No relevant financial interest to disclose<br />
• Marilyn Sackett, M.Ed, RT (R), Committee Member<br />
- AHEC: President/CEO<br />
- No relevant financial interest to disclose<br />
• Jeanne Ternier, RT (R), (CT)<br />
- AHEC: Compliance<br />
- No relevant financial interest to disclose<br />
Content Validation<br />
All presentations designated for AMA PRA Category 1 are reviewed<br />
and approved by members of the curriculum committee for<br />
content validity, and to ensure that no conflicts of interest exist prior<br />
to the advertisement and delivery of the educational activity<br />
Commerical Support<br />
The presence or absence of Commercial Support for any CME activity<br />
will be disclosed to the learner prior to the CME delivery.<br />
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General Ultrasound<br />
Introduction to Abdominal Ultrasound<br />
Diagnostic ultrasound is an easy, accurate and cost effective imaging tool available to<br />
expedite patient diagnosis and ultimately patient care. The focus of this three day course<br />
is to provide participants with the “need to know” information to efficiently and effectively<br />
complete a general abdominal ultrasound procedure. The course begins with<br />
basic ultrasound techniques involved in completing an abdominal ultrasound examination<br />
and general use of the ultrasound device. The course comprises an introduction to<br />
normal ultrasound anatomy of the abdominal organs to include the liver, gall bladder,<br />
kidneys, spleen, abdominal vessels, and pancreas followed by lecture presentations of<br />
common pathologic changes encountered in this diagnostic procedure.<br />
Lecture is followed each day by a faculty supervised hands on ultrasound scan lab. The<br />
Interactive scan lab with live models and small groups allow each participant ample<br />
opportunity to gain the knowledge and skill needed to independently perform a basic<br />
abdominal ultrasound procedure.<br />
Objectives<br />
At the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of ultrasound physics<br />
• Utilize the principles of instrumentation to set up<br />
ultrasound equipment for scanning<br />
• Recognize and identify the organ systems of the abdomen<br />
on the ultrasound image<br />
• Differentia between normal and abnormal variants on<br />
an ultrasound image<br />
• Perform a basic abdominal ultrasound<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Ultrasound Physics Review and Instrumentation<br />
• Normal abdominal anatomy and vasculature<br />
• Ultrasound Image Review of Normal vs. Abnormal Cases<br />
• Scan Techniques and Protocols for Image Acquisition<br />
- Prevertebral Vessels<br />
- Liver and Biliary System<br />
- Pancreas and Spleen<br />
- Kidney and Retro peritoneum<br />
Target Audience<br />
Physicians who are the entry level of ultrasound scanning<br />
and interpretation. Physician groups may include but are<br />
not limited to; family practice, internal medicine, and<br />
emergency medicine.<br />
CME Credits<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited by the<br />
Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical <strong>Education</strong> to<br />
provide continuing medical education for physicians.<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates this<br />
educational activity for a maximum of 24 hours AMA PRA<br />
Category I. Physician should claim credit commensurate<br />
with the extent of their participation in the activity.”<br />
Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT (R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
Debbie Robertson, BS, RDMS<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction between<br />
instructor and student. All instruction is instructor directed.<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Mar 18-20 Mon-Wed Whelan<br />
May 1-3 Wed-Fri Whelan<br />
Sep 17-19 Tues-Thurs Whelan<br />
Oct 23-25 Wed-Fri Whelan<br />
Equipment<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> utilizes a variety of ultrasound equipment.<br />
We are fortunate to have many different units at<br />
any one time in our laboratory. Each class includes basic<br />
equipment utilization. The class does not include applications<br />
training for a specific brand of equipment. This is<br />
best accomplished by your equipment manufacturer.<br />
Fee $1,395 includes lecture, scanning laboratory instruction<br />
with models, and supplies for the classroom and laboratory.<br />
Students are responsible for their textbooks, housing,<br />
and transportation.<br />
Content Validation<br />
All presentations for this CME activity were reviewed and<br />
approved by members of the <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong><br />
<strong>Center</strong>, Ltd curriculum committee to determine content<br />
validity and to ensure that no conflicts of interest exist prior<br />
to the activity commencement or material compilation.<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT (R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Debbie Robertson, BS, RDMS<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Super Saver<br />
Combine this course with another<br />
short course and SAVE! This will<br />
allow you the flexibility to pick<br />
and choose the training options<br />
that work best for you and your<br />
training needs. Register for two<br />
courses and SAVE!<br />
See page 16 or 17 for<br />
descriptions and dates for these<br />
additional training options.<br />
Combined:<br />
Introduction to Abdominal Ultrasound +<br />
OB/GYN Ultrasound 3-Day<br />
Combined Fee $2,795 includes lecture, learning<br />
materials, and scanning laboratory with non-gravid<br />
models and with obstetrical patients. Students are<br />
responsible for their textbooks, housing, meals, and<br />
transportation.<br />
Combined:<br />
Introduction to Abdominal Ultrasound +<br />
Limited OB (2-day)<br />
Combined Fee $3,063 includes lecture, learning<br />
materials, and scanning laboratory with non-gravid<br />
models and with obstetrical patients. Students are<br />
responsible for their textbooks, housing, meals, and<br />
transportation.<br />
“<br />
Very informative and<br />
challenging course! ”<br />
Rocklyn Schmidt<br />
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Abdominal Ultrasound<br />
The Art and Science of abdominal ultrasound require a complete and thorough understanding<br />
of the knowledge and clinical skills needed to perform these important clinical procedures.<br />
This dynamic training course uses an integrated approach of lecture, demonstrations,<br />
and hands-on scanning experience with models to accomplish those training goals in a comprehensive<br />
five day program.<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> training model for skills classes follows a systematic<br />
approach of presenting a concise review of ultrasound physics and instrumentation followed by<br />
a sequential introduction of the abdominal systems with anatomy and vasculature. Case studies<br />
and ultrasound images are used to demonstrate the correlation of ultrasound appearance of<br />
normal versus abnormal tissues. The afternoon hands on scanning labs reinforce the knowledge<br />
acquired in the lecture setting with the necessary clinical skills to acquire and maximize<br />
a diagnostic image. By the conclusion of the training course participants have acquired the<br />
knowledge and skill required to a complete upper abdomen and small parts protocol. A variety<br />
of ultrasound equipment is available in the scan lab. A complete two-week program can be<br />
accomplished with this course followed by the five day OB/GYN Ultrasound course.<br />
Objectives<br />
At the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Utilize the principles of instrumentation to set up<br />
ultrasound equipment for scanning.<br />
• Recognize and identify the organ systems of the abdomen<br />
on an ultrasound image.<br />
• Perform basic ultrasound procedures on the abdomen patient.<br />
• Understand and identify pathological variants and<br />
their influence in the ultrasound procedure.<br />
• Follow the sequence of an abdominal ultrasound procedure<br />
from the beginning to its conclusion.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation<br />
• Upper Abdominal Organ Systems Anatomy and Vasculature<br />
Evaluation and Image Review of Normal vs.<br />
Abnormal Studies Scan Techniques and Protocols for<br />
Image Acquisition of:<br />
- Prevertebral Vessels<br />
- Liver and Biliary System<br />
- Pancreas and Spleen<br />
- Kidney and Retroperitoneum<br />
- Thyroid<br />
- Scrotum<br />
- Bowel and Appendix<br />
Target Audience<br />
Physicians who are at the entry level of ultrasound scanning<br />
and interpretation. Sonographers or other health professionals<br />
learning abdominal ultrasound or cross training.<br />
CME Credits<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited by<br />
the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical <strong>Education</strong><br />
to provide continuing medical education for physicians.”<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates this<br />
educational activity for a maximum of 40 hours AMA PRA<br />
Category I. Physician should claim credit commensurate<br />
with the extent of their participation in the activity.”<br />
“The Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers allows<br />
30 hours CE Credit.”<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction<br />
between instructor and student. All instruction is<br />
instructor directed.<br />
Faculty<br />
Ultrasound Faculty<br />
Faculty, <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>.<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Equipment<br />
AHEC utilizes a variety of ultrasound equipment. We are<br />
fortunate to have many different units at any one time<br />
in our laboratory. Each class includes basic equipment<br />
utilization. The class does not include applications training<br />
for a specific brand of equipment. This is best accomplished<br />
by your equipment manufacturer.<br />
Price includes lecture, scanning laboratory instruction<br />
with models, and supplies for the classroom and laboratory.<br />
Students are responsible for their textbooks, housing,<br />
meals, and transportation. Includes AHEC Ultrasound<br />
Handbook.<br />
Book prices increase frequently. We cannot guarantee<br />
these prices. Book orders should be placed at the time of<br />
student registration. Books can be mailed. The shipping<br />
and handling fee is $11. Delivery within two weeks. IF<br />
WE ARE TO ORDER YOUR BOOKS, LET US KNOW<br />
WHEN YOU REGISTER FOR THE CLASS.<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Jan 28-Feb 1 Mon-Fri Whelan<br />
Apr 8-12 Mon-Fri Whelan<br />
Jul 15-19 Mon-Fri Whelan<br />
Dec 2-6 Mon-Fri Whelan<br />
Fee $2,403 includes lecture, scanning laboratory instruction<br />
with models, and supplies for the classroom and<br />
laboratory. Students are responsible for their textbooks,<br />
housing, and transportation. Includes AHEC Ultrasound<br />
Handbook.<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
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written for Physicians and Sonographers<br />
designed to refresh your memory quickly,<br />
and organize your procedures.<br />
Sound Advice Emergency Medicine<br />
Ultrasound Protocols<br />
• FAST Exam<br />
• Cardiac<br />
• Gall Bladder and Common Duct<br />
• Abdominal Aorta<br />
• 1st trimester pregnancy<br />
• Kidneys<br />
• Line Placement and Aspiration<br />
Author: Tom Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT<br />
Reviewed and Edited by Samuel Morale, M.D., Division of Emergency<br />
Medicine, University of Texas <strong>Health</strong> Science <strong>Center</strong>, San<br />
Antonio, TX<br />
Sound<br />
Advice<br />
Emergency Medicine<br />
Ultrasound Protocols<br />
By: Tom Whelan, RT, RDMS, RDCS, RVT<br />
Emergency Medicine<br />
Ultrasound Protocols<br />
Whelan, T.<br />
64pp - $ 42 + tax<br />
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Sound Advice Abdominal<br />
Ultrasound Protocols<br />
• Video DVD<br />
• Aorta<br />
• Pancreas<br />
• Left Liver<br />
• Vena Cava<br />
• Gallbladder<br />
• Right Kidney • Spleen<br />
• Left Kidney<br />
• Portal, CBD<br />
• Appendices<br />
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• Video DVD<br />
• 2-D<br />
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• Colorflow<br />
• Systology<br />
• Diastology<br />
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Author: Tom Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT<br />
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OB/GYN Ultrasound<br />
OB/GYN Ultrasound (5 Days)<br />
This five-day program is directed toward the performance of women’s ultrasound procedures.<br />
An integrated approach of lecture, demonstrations, hands-on scanning experience<br />
with models accomplishes the educational objectives. The basics of instrumentation<br />
and physics are reinforced in the laboratory.<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>’s training model for skills classes provides a systematic<br />
approach of presenting an overview of the instrumentation and physics related to<br />
ultrasound. There will be both classroom presentation and hands-on scanning to provide<br />
for recognition of anatomy related to the female pelvis and various stages of gestation.<br />
Attention will also be given to OB/Gyn measurements utilizing both the transabdominal<br />
and endovaginal scan approach. A variety of ultrasound equipment is available in the<br />
scan lab to allow for development of skills and appropriate scan protocols. A complete<br />
two-week program can be accomplished by preceding this course with the Abdominal<br />
Ultrasound course.<br />
Objectives<br />
At the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Utilize the principles of instrumentation to set up ultrasound<br />
equipment for scanning.<br />
• Recognize and identify fetal anatomy and the gynecologic<br />
orientation of the female pelvis.<br />
• Perform a basic endovaginal ultrasound exam.<br />
• Perform a satisfactory fetal ultrasound exam.<br />
• Identify the fetal and uterine anomalies and their ultrasound<br />
appearance.<br />
• Apply appropriate measurement techniques in transabdominal<br />
and endovaginal scanning.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Instrumentation<br />
• Anatomy Review<br />
• Scan Protocols<br />
• Orientation and Perspective<br />
• Endovaginal Approach<br />
• Non-pregnant Female Pelvis<br />
• First Trimester<br />
• Second and Third Trimester<br />
• Fetal Growth and Development<br />
• Biophysical Profiles<br />
• Gestational Measurement<br />
• Complications in Pregnancy<br />
CME Credits<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited<br />
by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical<br />
<strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical education for<br />
physicians.”<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates<br />
this educational activity for a maximum of 40 hours<br />
AMA PRA Category I. Physician should claim credit<br />
commensurate with the extent of their participation in<br />
the activity.”<br />
“The Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers<br />
allows 30 hours CE Credit.”<br />
Faculty<br />
Virlene Guzman, RT(R), RDMS, RVT<br />
Debbie Robertson, BS, RDMS<br />
Target Audience<br />
Physicians who are at an entry level of ultrasound scanning<br />
and interpretation, i.e. OB/GYN specialists, Family<br />
Practice, Emergency Medicine and others with a special<br />
interest in ultrasound. Sonographers or other health professionals<br />
learning OB/GYN ultrasound or cross training.<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction between<br />
instructor and student. All instruction is instructor directed.<br />
Equipment<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> utilizes a variety of ultrasound equipment.<br />
We are fortunate to have many different units at<br />
any one time in our laboratory. Each class includes basic<br />
equipment utilization. The class does not include applications<br />
training for a specific brand of equipment. This is<br />
best accomplished by your equipment manufacturer.<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Virlene Guzman, RT(R), RDMS, RVT<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Debbie Robertson, BS, RDMS<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
“<br />
This was a great<br />
learning experience.<br />
I am confident I will be<br />
able to use the skills<br />
I learned and return<br />
in a few months to<br />
another class. ”<br />
Monica Harden, CNM<br />
Abdominal Ultrasound Component<br />
This course should be combined with the five day<br />
Abdominal Ultrasound course for two (2) weeks of comprehensive<br />
study in general ultrasound.<br />
Recommended Textbooks<br />
Ultrasound in OB/GYN, by Callen and Pocket Atlas of<br />
Obstetric Ultrasound, by Thieme, Hobbins, and<br />
Manco-Johnson.<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Feb 4-8 Mon-Fri Robertson<br />
Apr 15-19 Mon-Fri Robertson<br />
Jul 22-26 Mon-Fri Robertson<br />
Dec 9-13 Mon-Fri Robertson<br />
Fee $2,480 includes lecture, scanning laboratory instruction<br />
with models, and supplies for the classroom and laboratory.<br />
Scanning includes all phases of normal pregnancy<br />
and the non-gravid female pelvis. Students are responsible<br />
for their textbooks, housing, meals, and transportation.<br />
Register @ www.AHEConline.com<br />
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OB/GYN Ultrasound<br />
OB/GYN Ultrasound (3 Days)<br />
This intensive three-day course is directed toward the OB Ultrasound examination and<br />
sonographic evaluation of the gravid and non-gravid pelvis. <strong>With</strong> the utilization of both<br />
transabdominal and endovaginal approaches, the transducer can become an extension of<br />
the clinical examination in the OB/Gyn healthcare setting.<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>’s training model for skills classes provides a systematic<br />
approach of presenting an overview of the instrumentation and physics related to ultrasound.<br />
Classroom presentation and hands-on scanning will be used to develop a foundation<br />
of knowledge related to normal maternal and fetal anatomy. The course will then progress<br />
on to the performance of fetal measurements and the ultrasound appearance of fetal<br />
anomalies. Also included will be the review of case studies related to common pathologies.<br />
A variety of ultrasound equipment is available in the scan lab to allow for development of<br />
skills and appropriate scan protocols.<br />
Objectives<br />
At the completion of this course, the learner will be<br />
able to:<br />
• Successfully complete the OB/GYN ultrasound examinations<br />
following correct patient preparation and<br />
procedure protocols.<br />
• Identify and display appropriate normal anatomy and<br />
orientation in the ultrasound field of view.<br />
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the importance<br />
of quality assurance in ultrasound as described in the<br />
AIUM guidelines.<br />
• Understand variations in scanning protocols for demonstration<br />
of pathologies in trans-abdominal examinations.<br />
• Be able to develop mapping techniques to approach a<br />
variety of scanning situations.<br />
• Be able to identify sources and research reference<br />
materials for additional information on OB/GYN<br />
ultrasound.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Physics and Instrumentation<br />
• Scan Protocols and Patient Preparation<br />
• Quality Assurance in Ultrasound<br />
• Knobology of Ultrasound Equipment<br />
• Scan Orientation and Perspective Scanning<br />
• Gynecology and Normal Anatomy<br />
• Endovaginal Approach<br />
• Gynecological Pathology and Ultrasound Appearance<br />
• First Trimester Pregnancy and Normal Anatomy<br />
• First Trimester Pregnancy Pathology and<br />
Ultrasound Appearance<br />
• Second and Third Trimester Pregnancy<br />
• Case Studies<br />
• Biophysical Profiles<br />
• Evaluation and Differential<br />
• Hands-on Scanning<br />
Target Audience<br />
Physicians seeking entry level information for OB and<br />
Gynecological ultrasound. Physician specialties can<br />
include but are not limited to OB/GYN specialists,<br />
Family Practice, Nurse Practitioners and Midwives,<br />
Emergency Medicine or Radiology.<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction between<br />
instructor and student. All instruction is instructor directed.<br />
CME Credit<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited<br />
by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical<br />
<strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical education for<br />
physicians.<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates this<br />
educational activity for a maximum of 24 hours AMA<br />
PRA Category I. Physician should claim credit commensurate<br />
with the extent of their participation in the<br />
activity.”<br />
“The Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers allows<br />
18 Hours CE Credit.”<br />
Faculty<br />
Debbie Robertson, BS, RDMS<br />
Virlene Guzman, RT(R), RDMS, RVT<br />
Equipment<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> utilizes a variety of ultrasound equipment.<br />
We are fortunate to have many different units at<br />
any one time in our laboratory. Each class includes basic<br />
equipment utilization. The class does not include applications<br />
training for a specific brand of equipment. This<br />
is best accomplished by your equipment manufacturer.<br />
Recommended Textbooks<br />
Ultrasound in OB/GYN, by Callen and Pocket Atlas of<br />
Obstetric Ultrasound, by Thieme, Hobbins, and Manco-<br />
Johnson.<br />
Fee $1,625 includes lecture, learning materials, and<br />
scanning laboratory with non-gravid models and with<br />
obstetrical patients. Students are responsible for their<br />
textbooks, housing, meals, and transportation.<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Virlene Guzman, RT(R), RDMS, RVT<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Debbie Robertson, BS, RDMS<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
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Super Saver<br />
Combine this course in OB<br />
Ultrasound with Introduction to<br />
Abdominal Ultrasound. Pick and<br />
choose the training options that<br />
work best for you and your schedule<br />
and save.<br />
See page 12 for Introduction to<br />
Abdominal Ultrasound.<br />
Combined:<br />
Introduction to Abdominal Ultrasound +<br />
OB/GYN Ultrasound 3-Day<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Mar 21-23 Thurs-Sat Robertson<br />
Aug 8-10 Thurs-Sat Robertson<br />
Sep 20-22 Fri-Sun Robertson<br />
Combined Fee $2,795 includes lecture, learning<br />
materials, and scanning laboratory with non-gravid<br />
models and with obstetrical patients. Students are<br />
responsible for their textbooks, housing, meals, and<br />
transportation.<br />
“<br />
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OB/GYN Ultrasound<br />
Limited OB Ultrasound (2 Days)<br />
This two-day program is designed for the healthcare professional wishing to use ultrasound<br />
to provide enhancement to the obstetrical examination. This course will provide<br />
a valuable combination of lecture, demonstration and in-house scan lab experience<br />
with live models. Content presented will include an introduction to ultrasound physics,<br />
instrumentation, and pelvic anatomy (both normal and abnormal). Time will be dedicated<br />
to both transabdominal and endovaginal scanning techniques and basic fetal and<br />
amniotic fluid measurements. Provided in our on-site scan lab will be a diverse selection<br />
of ultrasound equipment to be used under the guidance of course faculty.<br />
Objectives<br />
At the completion of the course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Utilize the principles of instrumentation to prepare<br />
ultrasound equipment for the examination.<br />
• Recognize normal and abnormal pelvic anatomy.<br />
• Identify the difference in techniques related to transabdominal<br />
and transvaginal pelvic scanning techniques.<br />
• Identify basic fetal anatomy and biophysical profile.<br />
• Identify basic fetal anomalies and their ultrasound<br />
appearance.<br />
• Apply appropriate measurement techniques in transabdominal<br />
and endovaginal scanning.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Introduction to ultrasound physics and instrumentation<br />
• Pelvic Anatomy<br />
• Fetal Anatomy<br />
• Scan Protocols and Patient Preparation<br />
• Fetal Growth and Development<br />
• Fetal Measurements<br />
• Case Studies<br />
• Hands-on Scan Lab<br />
Target Audience<br />
Physicians, Sonographers, and other medical professionals<br />
experienced in transabdominal scanning of the<br />
female pelvis. Physicians can include but are not limited<br />
to the specialties of OB/GYN, Family Practice, Nurse<br />
Practitioners and Midwives, Emergency Medicine or<br />
Radiology.<br />
CME Credit<br />
”The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited<br />
by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical<br />
<strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical education for<br />
physicians.”<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates this<br />
education activity for a maximum of 16 hours of AMA PRA<br />
Category 1 TM . Physician should claim credit commensurate<br />
with the extent of their participation in the activity.”<br />
“The Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers approval<br />
is pending for this course.”<br />
Faculty<br />
Jeanne Rachal, AAS, RDMS, RT(R)<br />
Debbie Robertson, BS, RDMS<br />
Virlene Guzman, RT(R), RDMS, RVT<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction<br />
between instructor and student. All instruction is<br />
instructor directed.<br />
Equipment<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> utilizes a variety of ultrasound equipment.<br />
We are fortunate to have many different units<br />
at one time in our laboratory. Each class includes basic<br />
equipment utilization. The class does not include applications<br />
training for a specific brand of equipment. This is<br />
best accomplished by your equipment manufacturer.<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
May 4-5 Sat-Sun Robertson<br />
Oct 26-27 Sat-Sun Robertson<br />
Fee $1,133 includes lecture, scanning laboratory<br />
instrumentation with models, and supplies for the classroom<br />
and laboratory. Students are responsible for their<br />
textbooks, housing, meals, and transportation.<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Virlene Guzman, RT(R), RDMS, RVT<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Debbie Robertson, BS, RDMS<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Jeanne Rachal, AAS, RDMS, RT(R)<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Super Saver<br />
Combine the Limited OB course<br />
with Introduction to Abdominal<br />
Ultrasound to allow you the flexibility<br />
to pick and choose the<br />
training options that work best<br />
for you and your schedule. Register<br />
for both and SAVE!<br />
See page 12 for<br />
description and dates for these<br />
additional training options.<br />
Combined:<br />
Introduction to Abdominal Ultrasound +<br />
Limited OB (2-day)<br />
Combined Fee $2,524 includes lecture, learning<br />
materials, and scanning laboratory with non-gravid<br />
models and with obstetrical patients. Students are<br />
responsible for their textbooks, housing, meals, and<br />
transportation.<br />
“<br />
Small group was great and lots of learning from<br />
other students questions.<br />
”<br />
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OB/GYN Ultrasound<br />
Gynecological Ultrasound<br />
Ultrasound is playing an increasingly important role in gynecology. Applications of<br />
gynecological ultrasound include general screening of women who are currently or have<br />
previously experienced menopause, and special diagnostic and therapeutic procedures,<br />
such as ovarian cyst aspirations and sonohysterograms (evaluation of the internal surface<br />
of the uterus). Gynecologic ultrasound provides visualization of the uterus and ovaries<br />
that may add important additional information not demonstrated using other imaging<br />
methods or with physical exam findings.<br />
You will leave this course with a thorough understanding of this modality. Model demonstrations<br />
and hands-on scanning will present opportunities to have specific questions<br />
answered. The addition of Doppler to the study will allow inclusion of several pathological<br />
conditions not otherwise visualized.<br />
Objectives<br />
At the completion of the course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Successfully complete endovaginal ultrasound examinations<br />
following correct patient preparation and procedure<br />
protocols.<br />
• Identify and display appropriate normal anatomy and orientation<br />
in the ultrasound field of view.<br />
• <strong>Us</strong>e an endovaginal transducer to perform the procedure.<br />
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the importance of<br />
quality assurance in ultrasound as described in AIUM<br />
guidelines.<br />
• Understand variations in scanning protocols for demonstration<br />
in gynecological examinations.<br />
• Demonstrate techniques for transducer cleaning and<br />
infection control.<br />
• Be able to identify sources and research reference materials<br />
for additional information on gynecological ultrasound.<br />
• <strong>Us</strong>e Doppler ultrasound as an adjunct imaging method<br />
in a gynecological exam.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Physics and Instrumentation<br />
• Perspective and Orientation<br />
• Protocols and Patient Preparation<br />
• Anatomy and Normal Variants<br />
• Ovarian, uterine, and tubal pathology evaluation<br />
• Sonohysterography<br />
• Doppler Studies - Spectral and color Doppler screening<br />
of pelvic or ovarian masses<br />
• Case Studies and Analysis<br />
• Hands-on Scan Lab<br />
Target Audience<br />
Physicians, Sonographers, and other medical professionals<br />
experienced in transabdominal scanning of the<br />
female pelvis. Physicians can include but are not limited<br />
to the specialties of OB/GYN, Family Practice, Emergency<br />
Medicine or Radiology.<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction<br />
between instructor and student. All instruction is<br />
instructor directed.<br />
Equipment<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> utilizes a variety of ultrasound equipment.<br />
We are fortunate to have many different units<br />
at one time in our laboratory. Each class includes basic<br />
equipment utilization. The class does not include applications<br />
training for a specific brand of equipment. This<br />
is best accomplished by your equipment manufacturer.<br />
CME Credit<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. is accredited<br />
by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical<br />
<strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical education for<br />
physicians.”<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. designates<br />
this educational activity for a maximum of 16 hours<br />
AMA PRA Category I. Physician should claim credit<br />
commensurate with the extent of their participation in<br />
the activity.”<br />
“The Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers allows<br />
12 hours CE Credit.”<br />
Faculty<br />
Jeanne Rachal, RDMS, RT(R)<br />
Debbie Robertson, BS, RDMS<br />
Virlene Guzman, RT(R), RDMS, RVT<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Mar 2-3 Sat-Sun Robertson<br />
Jun 15-16 Sat-Sun Robertson<br />
Oct 5-6 Sat-Sun Robertson<br />
Fee $1,133 includes lecture, scanning laboratory<br />
instruction with models, and supplies for the classroom<br />
and laboratory. Students are responsible for their textbooks,<br />
housing, meals, and transportation.<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Virlene Guzman, RT(R), RDMS, RVT<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Debbie Robertson, BS, RDMS<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Jeanne Rachal, AAS, RDMS, RT(R)<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
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local physician group.<br />
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OB/GYN Ultrasound<br />
Breast Ultrasound<br />
The importance of ultrasound as an adjunct procedure to mammography is well documented.<br />
The normal anatomy, physiology, and pathologic conditions evaluated by ultrasound<br />
will be the basis of this educational activity. The increased utilization of breast<br />
ultrasound requires clinicians to integrate the fundamentals of sonography and mammography<br />
to enhance the value of breast ultrasound. The course combines classroom<br />
learning with practical hands-on scanning to maximize the learning experience. Ultrasound-guided<br />
interventional procedures and examination of breast implants will be<br />
discussed. Case studies will be utilized to correlate the mammogram with the breast<br />
ultrasound, and to recognize breast ultrasound artifacts.<br />
Objectives<br />
At the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Describe the role of breast ultrasound as an adjunct to mammography in the evaluation of breast disease<br />
• Identify and display appropriate normal anatomy and orientation in the ultrasound field of view<br />
• Describe basic scanning protocols<br />
• Correlate areas of suspicion on the ultrasound and mammogram<br />
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the equipment knobology<br />
• Choose the correct transducer for the ultrasound examination<br />
• Successfully complete a basic breast ultrasound examination following correct patient preparation and procedure<br />
protocols<br />
• Identify breast ultrasound artifacts and methods utilized to reduce their occurrence<br />
• Be able to identify sources and research reference materials for additional information on breast ultrasound<br />
Course Topics<br />
Day 1<br />
• Why Breast Ultrasound? Advantages/Disadvantages<br />
• History of Breast Ultrasound<br />
• Physics<br />
• Positioning<br />
• Knobology/Ergonomics<br />
• Breast Anatomy & Physiology<br />
• Benign vs. Malignant<br />
• Levels of Suspicion<br />
• Scanning Technique<br />
• Annotation<br />
• Hands On Scan Lab<br />
Day 2<br />
• Ultrasound/ Mammogram Correlation<br />
• Pathology<br />
• Implants<br />
• Invasive Procedures<br />
• Imaging Post Surgical Breast<br />
• Complementary Imaging<br />
• Future Applications<br />
• Hand On Scan Lab<br />
• Mammography Positioning<br />
• Elastography<br />
Target Audience<br />
Physicians seeking entry level information in breast<br />
ultrasound. Sonographers, mammographers or other<br />
health professionals learning breast ultrasound or cross<br />
training.<br />
CME Credits<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited<br />
by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical<br />
<strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical education for<br />
physicians.<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates this<br />
educational activity for a maximum of 16 hours AMA<br />
PRA Category I. Physician should claim credit commensurate<br />
with the extent of their participation in the<br />
activity.”<br />
“The Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers allows<br />
13.5 hours CE Credit.”<br />
Faculty<br />
Deborah Borst, RT(R)(M), BS, RDMS,<br />
(OB/GYN, AB, BR, NE), RVT(VT)<br />
Rhoda Reading, RT(R), RDMS (Abd, BR, OB/GYN)<br />
All Faculty, <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>. No relevant<br />
financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Recommended Textbook<br />
The Practice of Breast Ultrasound by Madjar<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction<br />
between instructor and student. All instruction is<br />
instructor directed.<br />
Equipment<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> utilizes a variety of ultrasound equipment.<br />
We are fortunate to have many different units<br />
at one time in our laboratory. Each class includes basic<br />
equipment utilization. The class does not include applications<br />
training for a specific brand of equipment. This is<br />
best accomplished by your equipment manufacturer.<br />
“<br />
Course has been very<br />
informative. Staff is very<br />
knowledgeable and they<br />
provided a great binder<br />
of information. ” Tashie Peavy<br />
Debbie Borst, BS, RT(R)(M), RDMS, RVT(VT)<br />
Debbie brings 20 years of<br />
Ultrasound experience to her<br />
courses. She carries multiple<br />
credentials in radiography,<br />
mammography and ultrasonography<br />
as well. Debbie’s classes<br />
are fun, interactive and will provide a wealth of<br />
“need to know” information for today’s technologist.<br />
She is currently a supervisor in General Ultrasound<br />
at MD Anderson Cancer <strong>Center</strong>.<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Jan 26-27 Sat-Sun Borst<br />
Jun 22- 23 Sat-Sun Borst<br />
Sep 7-8 Sat-Sun Borst<br />
Fee $1,152 includes lecture, scanning laboratory<br />
instruction with models, and supplies for the classroom<br />
and laboratory. Students are responsible for textbooks,<br />
housing, and transportation.<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Deborah Borst, RT(R)(M), BS, RDMS,<br />
(OB/GYN, AB, BR, NE), RVT(VT)<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Rhoda Reading, RT(R), RDMS (Abd, BR, OB/GYN)<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
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Vascular Ultrasound<br />
Vascular Ultrasound<br />
Vascular ultrasound has progressed over the years to become much more than a screening<br />
tool. From its early beginnings of grainy black and white two dimensional images, to the<br />
addition of Doppler and color flow, it has become the modality of choice for early detection<br />
of peripheral arterial, cerebrovascular, and venous disease. For the detection of DVT and<br />
venous reflux, duplex testing is now the gold standard other modalities are compared to.<br />
Accurate diagnostic testing of the vascular system requires a comprehensive understanding of<br />
anatomy and hemodynamics as well as the various pathological conditions that can present.<br />
Multiple variables such as cardiac output, dehydration, and infection can all have an impact<br />
on the vascular system.<br />
This five day seminar provides a comprehensive overview of physics and instrumentation,<br />
anatomy and hemodynamics, and diagnostic criteria suitable for anyone from an experienced<br />
sonographer to the beginner. For the physician wanting a more thorough understanding of<br />
the capabilities and potential of the vascular lab, along with interpretative criteria, our extensive<br />
discussion of vascular ultrasound theory will prove invaluable. Our scan lab and state of<br />
the art equipment, along with our low student instructor ratios allow you plenty of time to<br />
perfect your protocol, and acquire the scanning experience necessary to perform diagnostic<br />
vascular exams.<br />
Objectives<br />
At the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Correctly identify vessel anatomy and orientation in a vascular ultrasound examination.<br />
• Identify the variations in instrumentation and Doppler principles and the effects in scanning parameters.<br />
• Describe the flow characteristics and the manifestations of disease processes.<br />
• Discuss QA of the procedure and equipment.<br />
• Analyze the results of a vascular exam for pathological conditions and in certain cases, quantify the diseases.<br />
• Identify additional resource information on vascular ultrasound.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Day one of this five day seminar starts with an overview<br />
of the physical principles of ultrasound including<br />
Doppler and color flow, followed by a comprehensive<br />
review of the ultrasound platform controls enabling<br />
you to optimize your system for even the most difficult<br />
patient. After lunch you will be introduced to our<br />
scan lab with state of the art equipment platforms and<br />
low student instructor ratios where you will learn the<br />
specific controls for each of the platforms on the floor,<br />
basic scanning techniques, and patient positioning.<br />
• Day two starts carotid duplex testing. This includes<br />
anatomy, hemodynamics, diagnostic criteria, case studies,<br />
pearls and pitfalls, as well as standardized reporting. After<br />
lunch you will again be in the scan lab working on protocols,<br />
technique, and documentation of your studies.<br />
• Day three starts venous diagnostics including techniques<br />
for the detection of DVT and Venous reflux.<br />
Then it’s back to the scan lab to continue work on<br />
protocols, technique, and documentation.<br />
• Day four starts arterial duplex testing. Again anatomy,<br />
hemodynamics, and diagnostic criteria will be covered<br />
as well as case studies, pearls and pitfalls, and standardized<br />
reporting. After lunch it’s back to the scan<br />
lab to continue working on protocols, technique, and<br />
documentation of your studies.<br />
• Day five covers abdominal vascular testing as well as<br />
physiologic testing as they apply to the vascular lab,<br />
and it’s back to the scan lab one last time for some fine<br />
tuning and tweaking before saying good bye.<br />
Target Audience<br />
Physicians who desire entry level training with vascular<br />
ultrasound. Sonographers or other health professionals<br />
learning vascular ultrasound or cross training.<br />
CME Credit<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited<br />
by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical<br />
<strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical education for<br />
physicians.<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates<br />
this educational activity for a maximum of 40 hours<br />
AMA PRA Category I. Physician should claim credit<br />
commensurate with the extent of their participation in<br />
the activity.”<br />
“The Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers<br />
allows 30 hours CE Credit.”<br />
Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
T.J. Zwakenberg, BS, RRT, RDCS, RVT<br />
Recommended Textbook<br />
Peripheral Vascular Sonography by J. Polak<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction<br />
between instructor and student. All instruction is<br />
instructor directed.<br />
Equipment<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> utilizes a variety of ultrasound equipment.<br />
We are fortunate to have many different units<br />
at one time in our laboratory. Each class includes basic<br />
equipment utilization. The class does not include applications<br />
training for a specific brand of equipment. This is<br />
best accomplished by your equipment manufacturer.<br />
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“<br />
I was very pleased<br />
with class and the hands<br />
on lab. I will now feel<br />
better about scanning. ”<br />
Diana Vargas<br />
“<br />
This was my second<br />
course of Tom Whelan’s<br />
and I always<br />
learn alot. ” Kelly Justice<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Feb 18-22 Mon-Fri Whelan<br />
Apr 22-26 Mon-Fri Whelan<br />
Jun 17-21 Mon-Fri Whelan<br />
Sep 9-13 Mon-Fri Whelan<br />
Nov 4-8 Mon-Fri Whelan<br />
Fee $3,013 includes lecture, scanning laboratory<br />
instruction with models, and supplies for the classroom<br />
and laboratory. Students are responsible for their textbooks,<br />
housing, meals, and transportation.<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
T.J. Zwakenberg, BS, RRT, RDCS, RVT<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Call <strong>Us</strong> @ 800.239.1361
Vascular Ultrasound<br />
New Course<br />
Peripheral Vascular Case Studies and<br />
Diagnostic Challenges<br />
Whether you’re a busy physician who needs to sharpen your interpretation skills or you’re<br />
trying to document formal training for Vascular Lab Accreditation this is the course for<br />
you. The course will equip you with the tools and techniques that help you achieve greater<br />
confidence and accuracy in your interpretation skills in peripheral vascular ultrasound. It<br />
was designed to maximize your time away by focusing on the normal versus abnormal vascular<br />
scans in a small group setting that will include lecture, case study presentations and<br />
interpretation sessions. The course topics will include the factors that help you optimize the<br />
Doppler examination, review of the artifacts that can affect diagnostic accuracy, characterize<br />
and correlate formation, and spectral Doppler and color flow imaging analysis.<br />
At the conclusion of this course the participant will be<br />
able to:<br />
1. Identify normal peripheral vascular anatomy on a<br />
duplex scan<br />
2. Identify normal waveform characteristics on a duplex<br />
scan<br />
3. Identify normal characteristics of an extremity physiologic<br />
exam<br />
4. Complete the interpretation and structure a report<br />
for a peripheral vascular exam<br />
Course Topics<br />
Peripheral Vascular Ultrasound Interpretation<br />
• Scanning protocols<br />
• Scan Artifacts<br />
• Normal Venous and Arterial anatomy<br />
• Acute and Chronic DVT, Venous Insufficiency<br />
• Peripheral Arterial Disease<br />
• Physiologic Testing<br />
• Duplex examinations<br />
• Case studies and practice interpretation session<br />
Target Audience<br />
Any Physician who interprets peripheral vascular physiologic<br />
and duplex/color examinations. Experienced<br />
Sonographers or other health care professionals who are<br />
involved with vascular accreditation may benefit from<br />
attendance in this course.<br />
CME Credits<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited<br />
by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical<br />
<strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical education for<br />
physicians.”<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates<br />
this educational activity for a maximum of 8 hours<br />
AMA PRA Category I. Physician should claim credit<br />
commensurate with the extent of their participation in<br />
the activity.”<br />
Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
T.J. Zwakenberg, BS, RRT, RDCS, RVT<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction<br />
between instructor and student. All instruction is<br />
instructor directed.<br />
Equipment<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> utilizes a variety of ultrasound equipment.<br />
We are fortunate to have many different units<br />
at one time in our laboratory. Each class includes basic<br />
equipment utilization. The class does not include applications<br />
training for a specific brand of equipment. This is<br />
best accomplished by your equipment manufacturer.<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Jan 27 Sun Zwakenberg<br />
Aug 11 Sun Whelan<br />
Dec 15 Sun Whelan<br />
Fee $635<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
T.J. Zwakenberg, BS, RRT, RDCS, RVT<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
“<br />
Outstanding - the faculty did a fantastic<br />
job explaining everything! ” Sunil Advani<br />
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Vascular Ultrasound<br />
Diagnosis and Treatment of<br />
Chronic Venous Insufficiency<br />
Understanding venous insufficiency and its impact along with the ability to accurately<br />
diagnose it can open doors to new areas of employment and revenue. Knowledge of current<br />
treatment methodologies and the limitations of each are crucial to proper patient care.<br />
Venous reflux testing moves beyond traditional venous testing focused on the detection<br />
of DVT to a preventive approach that provides your patients with a rapid and accurate<br />
diagnosis that improves patient outcomes. This is the opportunity to “quantum leap” your<br />
practice to a new level of quality, service and satisfaction.<br />
Course Objectives<br />
Upon completion of this program the learner will be able to:<br />
• Identify the procedure appropriate to the patient population<br />
• Identify normal lower extremity anatomy and abnormal variants<br />
using real-time ultrasound techniques.<br />
• Identify venous reflux and grade its severity using Doppler<br />
ultrasound techniques<br />
• Discuss appropriate treatment options based on anatomy and<br />
severity of the venous disease<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Instrumentation and Knobology<br />
• Anatomy<br />
- Normal vs Abnormal<br />
• Physiology<br />
- Normal vs Abnormal<br />
• Testing Protocols<br />
• Current methodologies for treatment<br />
- Laser<br />
- Radio frequency<br />
- Sclerotherapy<br />
- SEPS<br />
- Phlebectomy<br />
• Hands-on scanning with volunteers<br />
Vascular access techniques and tips<br />
- Ultrasound guided Seldinger Technique<br />
on branched vascular phantoms.<br />
Target Audience<br />
Physicians who desire entry-level training in venous<br />
access, reflux testing, and treatment. Sonographers or<br />
other health professionals learning venous reflux testing<br />
or cross training.<br />
CME Credits<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited<br />
by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical<br />
<strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical education for<br />
physicians.”<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates this<br />
educational activity for a maximum of 8 hours AMA PRA<br />
Category I. Physician should claim credit commensurate<br />
with the extent of their participation in the activity.”<br />
New Course<br />
Faculty<br />
T.J. Zwakenberg, BS, RRT, RDCS, RVT<br />
Recommended Textbook<br />
The Vein Book by John J. Bergan<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Mar 2 Sat Zwakenberg<br />
Jun 22 Sat Zwakenberg<br />
Oct 5 Sat Zwakenberg<br />
Fee $635 includes lecture, scanning laboratory instruction<br />
with models, and supplies for the classroom and<br />
laboratory. Students are responsible for their textbooks,<br />
housing, and transportation.<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
T.J. Zwakenberg, BS, RRT, RDCS, RVT<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
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Investment Payback<br />
• Investing in training is measured in staff who understand the technology<br />
and how to produce quality images.<br />
• Investing in training is measured by the shortened time frames when technical<br />
personnel can be “on call” and work independently.<br />
• Investing in training is measured by the increased morale of technical staff<br />
and the lack of frustration in job performance.<br />
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Vascular Ultrasound<br />
Carotid Duplex/Color Flow<br />
This two-day “How-To” course will provide you with a basic, practical understanding of<br />
carotid ultrasound. The physics and instrumentation of carotid scanning, including correlation<br />
with other standard diagnostic techniques is covered for obtaining quantitative<br />
information. The hemodynamics of the cerebrovascular system will be discussed along<br />
with the changes in Doppler waveform and color flow analysis in normal and disease<br />
states. You will learn to measure the Carotid Intimal Medial Thickness (CIMT) and its<br />
correlation to coronary artery disease. Plaque characterization and its role in risk assessment<br />
for cerebrovascular embolic events will also be covered.<br />
Objectives<br />
At the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Identify the ultrasound appearance of normal carotid<br />
anatomy, architecture and flow.<br />
• <strong>Us</strong>e color flow and imaging to evaluate carotid flow.<br />
• Describe the use of ultrasound to characterize<br />
arotid arterial disease.<br />
• Perform Doppler calculations in a complete<br />
carotid procedure.<br />
• Perform a basic carotid duplex procedure using the<br />
correct protocol.<br />
• Describe image-optimization for carotid artery<br />
ultrasound exams.<br />
• Identify additional resources for information on<br />
carotid arterial ultrasound.<br />
• Measure the intimal medial thickness of the<br />
coronary artery.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Physics and Instrumentation<br />
• Normal Anatomy and Hemodynamics<br />
• Scan Protocol and QA<br />
• Carotid Arterial Disease<br />
• Doppler Measurements<br />
• Spectral and Color Correlation<br />
• Artifacts<br />
• Quantifying Carotid Artery Disease<br />
• CIMT<br />
• Case Studies<br />
• Hands-on Scanning<br />
Target Audience<br />
Physicians who desire entry level training carotid arterial<br />
ultrasound. Sonographers or other health professionals<br />
learning carotid arterial ultrasound or cross training.<br />
CME Credits<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited<br />
by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical<br />
<strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical education for<br />
physicians.”<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates<br />
this educational activity for a maximum of 16 hours<br />
AMA PRA Category I. Physician should claim credit<br />
commensurate with the extent of their participation in<br />
the activity.”<br />
“The Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers<br />
allows 12 Hours CE Credit.”<br />
Faculty<br />
T.J. Zwakenberg, BS, RRT, RDCS, RVT<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
All Faculty, <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>. No relevant<br />
financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction<br />
between instructor and student. All instruction is<br />
instructor directed.<br />
Equipment<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> utilizes a variety of ultrasound equipment.<br />
We are fortunate to have many different units<br />
at one time in our laboratory. Each class includes basic<br />
equipment utilization. The class does not include applications<br />
training for a specific brand of equipment. This is<br />
best accomplished by your equipment manufacturer.<br />
Recommended Textbook<br />
Peripheral Vascular Sonography by J. Polak<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Mar 15-16 Fri-Sat Whelan<br />
Aug 2-3 Fri/Sat Whelan<br />
Fee $1,035 includes lecture, scanning laboratory<br />
instruction with models, and supplies for the classroom<br />
and laboratory. Students are responsible for their textbooks,<br />
housing, and transportation.<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
T.J. Zwakenberg, BS, RRT, RDCS, RVT<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
“<br />
Absolutely outstanding<br />
all around!<br />
Wonderful instruction...<br />
I will definitely recommend<br />
this to my colleagues.<br />
This was a very good use<br />
of time-will help<br />
tremendously in<br />
my work. ” J. Janka<br />
Register @ www.AHEConline.com<br />
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Echocardiography Ultrasound<br />
Echocardiography/Cardiac Doppler<br />
Echocardiography has come a long way from its humble beginnings. The addition of<br />
M-Mode, two dimensional real time imaging, Doppler, color flow, and now three and four<br />
dimensional imaging have all changed the way echocardiography is practiced. Diastolic<br />
assessment and changes in nomenclature have even changed the language of echo. This<br />
eight day course covers echo from M-mode to contrast echocardiography. After completion<br />
you will be confident in choosing the proper tools to assess common pathological<br />
conditions such as valvular abnormalities, systolic, and diastolic function. Development<br />
of a consistent protocol is mandatory to avoid missing pathology and our scan lab with<br />
state of the art equipment and low student instructor ratios will give you the time and<br />
opportunity to practice, practice, practice.<br />
Objectives<br />
At the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Explain normal cardiovascular anatomy and physiology<br />
and relate cardiovascular functions to disease.<br />
• Discuss cardiac mechanical and electrical physiology<br />
and relate this information from the echocardiogram<br />
to the basic electrocardiogram.<br />
• Perform an echocardiogram using the protocol defined<br />
by the American Society of Echocardiography, i.e.,<br />
parasternal long and short, apical 2, 4, 5, and long, and<br />
subcostal long and short axis.<br />
• Quantitatively analyze the results of 2-D and M-Mode<br />
echocardiogram.<br />
• Analyze the results of an echocardiogram for normal<br />
versus abnormal findings.<br />
• Analyze echocardiograms for common cardiac pathologies.<br />
• Identify and resolve basic technique and equipment<br />
problems that interfere with the quality of studies.<br />
• Define the clinical responsibilities of an echocardiographer<br />
who is confronted with significant clinical findings.<br />
• Conduct a basic patient history and assessment that<br />
relates to interpretation of echocardiographic findings.<br />
• Operate several cardiac ultrasound instruments and<br />
apply various types of cardiac Doppler; pulsewave, continuous<br />
wave and color flow mapping.<br />
• Describe the normal cardiovascular blood flow through<br />
the heart and the great vessels as defined by Doppler<br />
velocity measurements and profiles.<br />
• Quantify Doppler findings in echocardiography.<br />
• Analyze common cardiac Doppler findings for common<br />
cardiac pathologies.<br />
• Identify the diseases or cardiac pathologies that require<br />
definition by Doppler or contrast examination.<br />
“<br />
I enjoyed this course<br />
very much and I am<br />
excited to start practicing<br />
my new skills. I will<br />
definitely attend another<br />
AHEC course, if I<br />
have the opportunity. ”<br />
Kelli Schock<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Ultrasound Physics<br />
• Cardiovascular Anatomy and Physiology and EKG<br />
• Equipment Orientation<br />
• Anatomy and Physiology and Cardiac Catheterization<br />
• 2-D Imaging<br />
• M-Mode<br />
• Acquired Heart Disease<br />
• Limited Congenital Heart Disease<br />
• Doppler Instrumentation and Controls<br />
• Doppler Normals<br />
• Cardiac Quantification<br />
• Cardiac Doppler in Disease<br />
• Special Procedures<br />
• Contrast Echocardiography<br />
• Diastology<br />
Target Audience<br />
Physicians who want to learn basic echocardiography<br />
procedure skills and entry level interpretation. Sonographers<br />
or other health professionals learning to perform<br />
adult echocardiography procedures.<br />
Equipment<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> utilizes a variety of ultrasound equipment.<br />
We are fortunate to have many different units<br />
at one time in our laboratory. Each class includes basic<br />
equipment utilization. The class does not include applications<br />
training for a specific brand of equipment. This<br />
is best accomplished by your equipment manufacturer.<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction<br />
between instructor and student. All instruction is<br />
instructor directed.<br />
Faculty<br />
T.J. Zwakenberg, BS, RRT, RDCS, RVT<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
Daniel Hendricks, RCS<br />
Lab Instructors<br />
Staff<br />
Recommended Textbook(s)<br />
Echocardiography by Feigenbaum<br />
Recommended Material<br />
Sound Advice for the Echo Lab - 2nd Edition by Thomas<br />
Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
CME Credit<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited<br />
by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical<br />
<strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical education for<br />
physicians.<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates this<br />
educational activity for a maximum of 64 hours AMA PRA<br />
Category I. Physician should claim credit commensurate<br />
with the extent of their participation in the activity.”<br />
“The Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers allows<br />
48 Hours CE Credit.”<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Jan 14-21 Mon-Mon Whelan<br />
May 13-20 Mon-Mon Robertson<br />
Jul 29-Aug 5 Mon-Mon Whelan<br />
Sep 23-30 Mon-Mon Whelan<br />
Nov 11-18 Mon-Mon Whelan<br />
Fee $3,596 includes lecture, scanning laboratory<br />
instruction with models, and supplies for the classroom<br />
and laboratory. Students are responsible for their textbooks,<br />
housing, and transportation.<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
T.J. Zwakenberg, BS, RRT, RDCS, RVT<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Daniel Hendricks, RCS<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
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Echocardiography Ultrasound<br />
Echocardiography Case Studies and<br />
Diagnostic Challenges<br />
The interpretation of an echocardiogram has become more than just evaluating wall<br />
motion abnormalities to calculate an ejection fraction. Current equipment provides the<br />
clinician with a wealth of information unimagined several years ago. Interpreters find it<br />
increasingly difficult to make sense of the reams of information provided by the cardiac<br />
sonographer. This course will provide you with real world case studies to sharpen your<br />
interpretive skills. You will see both normal, and a wide variety of pathology, along with<br />
the appropriate echocardiographic views and data necessary to make the correct interpretation.<br />
You will also be presented with typical diagnostic challenges such as poor<br />
imaging windows and limited data to help you develop techniques to get the most useful<br />
information possible from the exam. Physicians applying for credentials, accreditation,<br />
or reaccreditation will find this a valuable means to quickly and efficiently acquire documentation<br />
for additional case studies and CME.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• 2-D measurements<br />
• M-Mode analysis<br />
• Color flow Doppler<br />
• Pulsed and Continuous Doppler measurements<br />
and analysis<br />
• Continuity equation<br />
• Simpson’s method of Disks<br />
• Tissue Doppler<br />
• Diastology<br />
• Systolic dysfunction<br />
• Contrast media<br />
• Analysis of valvular regurgitation<br />
• Valvular stenosis and Valve area<br />
• Pulmonary artery pressure measurements<br />
• Current ASE requirements for a complete<br />
Transthoracic Echocardiogram<br />
Target Audience<br />
Physicians who want to learn basic echocardiography<br />
procedure skills and entry level interpretation. Sonographers<br />
or other health professionals learning to understand<br />
adult echocardiography procedures.<br />
CME Credits<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited<br />
by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical<br />
<strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical education for<br />
physicians.”<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates this<br />
educational activity for a maximum of 8 hours AMA PRA<br />
Category I. Physician should claim credit commensurate<br />
with the extent of their participation in the activity.”<br />
New Course<br />
Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
T.J. Zwakenberg, BS, RRT, RDCS, RVT<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction<br />
between instructor and student. All instruction is<br />
instructor directed.<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Feb 16 Sat-Sun Zwakenberg<br />
Jun 8 Sat Zwakenberg<br />
Oct 26 Sat Zwakenberg<br />
Fee $635<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
T.J. Zwakenberg, BS, RRT, RDCS, RVT<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
T.J. Zwakenberg, BS, RRT, RDCS, RVT,<br />
TJ has more than 30 years of<br />
experience in healthcare with<br />
22 practicing years in cardiovascular<br />
ultrasound. His skills<br />
in the classroom have earned<br />
him a consistent following from<br />
his physician classes and he is consultant to multiple<br />
vein centers. Working in the clinical area<br />
with his current clients, he maintains the clinical<br />
as well as the academic skills by training physicians<br />
in the classroom, and in the surgical area.<br />
You will not want to miss this exceptional training<br />
opportunity.<br />
Here is what some of TJ’s students are saying<br />
about his courses:<br />
“Very good for practical and advanced skills in<br />
echocardiography”. Wilma Danthi<br />
“This type of CME programs are highly recommended<br />
so that we can brush up our practices to<br />
have a standardized practice and to update with<br />
new things.” Jomy Joseph<br />
“Continue for valuable training courses with practical<br />
training. Thank you.” Dr. Sameh Farouk<br />
“ Excellent course and speaker! ”<br />
David Dick, MD<br />
Register @ www.AHEConline.com<br />
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Echocardiography Ultrasound<br />
Focused Echocardiography (FTTE) Training for<br />
Intensivists and Critical Care Professionals<br />
Ultrasound-guided intervention is becoming an increasingly popular and valuable tool<br />
in the fast-paced environment of critical care. The American Society of Echocardiography<br />
has endorsed focused echocardiography (FTTE) procedures as an indispensable tool<br />
and has established guidelines for the training of intensivists and critical care professionals.<br />
Echocardiography is the diagnostic modality of choice because it is noninvasive,<br />
portable, safe, provides real-time visualization and an immediate diagnosis. New imaging<br />
technology has improved imaging capabilities leading to ever expanding applications.<br />
Echo is the diagnostic modality of choice for rapid and accurate bedside diagnosis in<br />
hemodynamic compromise.<br />
You will learn the skills to utilize effective road mapping for identification and interpretation<br />
of echocardiographic findings in the critical patient. You will develop echocardiographic<br />
tools to assess volume status, cardiac function in terms of wall motion, ejection<br />
fraction, pulmonary artery pressure measurements and cardiac output. The goal directed<br />
FTTE procedure includes the calculations appropriate to the critical care patient. The<br />
course is a combination of ultrasound theory and ample “hands-on” practice on live<br />
models to understand the hand to eye coordination required, proper transducer orientation,<br />
and identify the ultrasound appearance of the normal cardiac image.<br />
New Course<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Ultrasound Physics<br />
• Cardiovascular Anatomy and Physiology and EKG<br />
• Equipment Orientation<br />
• 2-D Imaging<br />
• M-Mode<br />
• Heart Disease in Critical Care<br />
• Limited Congenital Heart Disease<br />
• Doppler Instrumentation and Controls<br />
• Doppler Normals<br />
• Cardiac Quantification in Specific Disease States<br />
• Cardiac Doppler in Specific Disease States<br />
Target Audience<br />
Intensivists, emergency physicians, anesthesiologist,<br />
internal medicine physicians, cardiologists, physician<br />
assistants, and advanced practice nurses.<br />
CME Credits<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited<br />
by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical<br />
<strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical education for<br />
physicians.<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates this<br />
educational activity for a maximum of 16 hours AMA<br />
PRA Category I. Physician should claim credit commensurate<br />
with the extent of their participation in the<br />
activity.”<br />
Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction<br />
between instructor and student. All instruction is<br />
instructor directed.<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Jun 13-14 Thu-Fri Whelan<br />
Apr 5-6 Fri-Sat Whelan<br />
Fee $1,270<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
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Emergency Medicine Ultrasound<br />
Introduction to<br />
Emergency Medicine Ultrasound<br />
The “Golden Hour” is one of the pillars of emergency medicine. Every minute lost can<br />
be a life lost. When you need ultrasound and there is no time to waste; it is not the time<br />
to “learn on the job”. Be better able to visualize ultrasound images by boosting your understanding<br />
of imaging perspectives and recognition of anatomical orientation. Having the<br />
skills to perform focused evaluation of the abdomen, ultrasound evaluation of the trauma<br />
patient (the FAST procedure), 1st trimester pregnancy and cardiac ultrasound may make<br />
the difference! Participants in this course will benefit from “hands on scan labs” where you<br />
will interact with an Emergency Medicine Physician who will teach you the essential skill<br />
and technique to acquire an ultrasound image to make a quick and accurate diagnosis.<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. has taught this course for physicians in the<br />
U.S., China, and Middle East for a number of years. The course content is based on the<br />
ACEP guidelines for the performance on Emergency Medicine Ultrasound and the course<br />
faculty are Emergency Department physicians and RDMS, RVT, RDCS sonographers.<br />
Super Saver<br />
Combine this course with<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> Emergency Medicine<br />
for 5-days of focused<br />
emergency medicine<br />
ultrasound and save.<br />
See page 27 for course description.<br />
Register for both courses and<br />
SAVE!<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> ED Dates will follow Intro to ED<br />
Jan 11-12 Fri-Sat Whelan<br />
Mar 8-9 Fri-Sat Whelan<br />
Aug 16-17 Fri-Sat Whelan<br />
Objectives<br />
At the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the importance<br />
of quality assurance in ultrasound as described in<br />
ACEP guidelines.<br />
- Identify the appropriate equipment settings and<br />
transducer selection for different ultrasound applications<br />
in the Emergency Department<br />
- Identify and display appropriate normal anatomy<br />
and orientation in the ultrasound field of view.<br />
- Differentiate normal vs abnormal image characteristics<br />
of the abdomen<br />
• Understand variations in scanning protocols for<br />
demonstration of pathologies in emergency medicine<br />
examinations.<br />
- Successfully perform a focused abdomen exam<br />
- Successfully perform a trauma FAST exam<br />
- Successfully perform the protocol for a bedside cardiac<br />
examination<br />
- Discuss and apply scanning techniques for the performance<br />
of the female pelvis and first trimester OB<br />
- Demonstrate the knowledge and skill required to<br />
perform and interpret basic ultrasound procedures<br />
performed in the Emergency Department<br />
• Be able to identify sources and research reference<br />
materials for additional information in emergency<br />
medicine ultrasound.<br />
“<br />
Very well done.<br />
Faculty is a gifted,<br />
enthusiastic instructor. ”<br />
David Johnson, MD<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Introduction to Ultrasound Physics<br />
- Fundamentals of Instrumentation and<br />
Image Acquisition<br />
- Pearls and Pitfalls in Trauma Ultrasound<br />
• Anatomy of the Abdominal and Retroperitoneal<br />
structures<br />
- Abdominal Scan Protocols and Pathology<br />
• Abdominal Trauma, the FAST exam procedure<br />
• Cardiac 2 D Imaging in the ED<br />
- Ultrasound Evaluation of Pericardial Effusion<br />
- OB/Gyn Ultrasound Anatomy and Procedures<br />
• Evaluation of 1st Trimester Pregnancy with<br />
endovaginal imaging<br />
- Ultrasound Appearance of Early Gestation and<br />
Ectopic Pregnancy<br />
• Ultrasound Appearance of Pathology in case studies<br />
• Focused Hands-on Scan Labs with Physician Mentoring<br />
Target Audience<br />
Emergency Medicine Physicians, Trauma Surgeons, Critical<br />
Care Physicians, Intensivists, Internal Medicine and<br />
Family Practice Physicians who will be performing and<br />
interpreting ultrasound examinations.<br />
CME Credits<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. is<br />
accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing<br />
Medical <strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical<br />
education for physicians.”<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. designates<br />
this educational activity for a maximum of 24<br />
hours AMA PRA Category I. Physician should claim<br />
credit commensurate with the extent of their participation<br />
in the activity.”<br />
“Approved by the College of Emergency Physicians for<br />
a maximum of 24 hours of ACEP Category 1 credit.”<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction<br />
between instructor and student. All instruction is<br />
instructor directed.<br />
Recommended Material<br />
Sound Advice: Emergency Medicine Ultrasound Protocols<br />
by Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
Reviewed by Sam Morale, M.D. - Assistant Professor,<br />
Department of Surgery, Division of Emergency Medicine,<br />
UT <strong>Health</strong> Science <strong>Center</strong> at San Antonio<br />
Course Director<br />
Sam Morale, MD<br />
Emergency Medicine Staff Physician<br />
Santa Rosa Westover Hills<br />
Audie Murphy VA Medical <strong>Center</strong><br />
San Antonio, TX<br />
Dr. Morale received his medical degree from the University of Texas<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Science <strong>Center</strong> at San Antonio and completed his residency<br />
training in emergency medicine at the Medical College of Pennsylvania<br />
in 1993.<br />
Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Jan 8-10 Tues-Thurs Whelan<br />
Mar 5-7 Tues-Thurs Whelan<br />
Aug 13-15 Tues-Thurs Whelan<br />
Oct 17-19 Thurs-Sat Whelan<br />
Fee $1,622 Fee includes learning materials, lecture, and<br />
scanning laboratory. Students are responsible for their<br />
textbooks, housing, meals, and transportation.<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Sam Morale, MD<br />
Accepting honorarium, <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong><br />
<strong>Center</strong>. No relevant finanacial relationships to disclose.<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Register @ www.AHEConline.com<br />
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Emergency Medicine Ultrasound<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> Emergency Medicine Ultrasound<br />
Physicians working in the Emergency Department were the first specialty group to<br />
embrace the use of ultrasound in their specialty area to expedite and improve the quality of<br />
care for the patient. This course was developed for those physicians that have gone beyond<br />
the basics of the FAST exam and want to incorporate advanced ultrasound techniques<br />
into their daily practice. The power and size of the new portable ultrasound equipment has<br />
expanded the application of bedside ultrasound from advanced cardiac evaluation to pulmonary<br />
applications. This class was designed with the busy emergency physician in mind<br />
to minimize time away from practice. You will learn advance cardiac scanning techniques,<br />
skills for DVT’s evaluation, ultrasound guided procedures and vascular access, soft tissue<br />
ultrasound evaluation and new applications. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your<br />
range of procedures in this focused training class taught by a prominent Emergency Physician<br />
from one of the nation’s busiest Emergency Medicine Departments.<br />
Objectives<br />
At the completion of the course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Identify and display appropriate normal anatomy and<br />
orientation in the ultrasound field of view for selected<br />
topics to include abdominal and chest cavities, the<br />
heart, soft tissue, nerves, the hepatobiliary system, and<br />
peripheral veins.<br />
• Successfully complete emergency medicine ultrasound<br />
examinations following correct patient preparation and<br />
procedure protocols to include simulated line placements<br />
and ultrasound guided needle placements<br />
• Understand variations in scanning protocols for demonstration<br />
of abnormalities and pathologies in emergency<br />
medicine examinations to include abdominal and chest<br />
cavities, the heart, soft tissue, nerves, the heptobiliary<br />
system, and peripheral veins.<br />
• Understand applications of musculoskeletal and soft<br />
tissue ultrasound in the emergency medicine examination<br />
of trauma, acute and chronic disease.<br />
• Identify applications of the Extended Fast Procedure in<br />
the scope of emergency medicine to identify free intraperitoneal<br />
fluid, fluid in the chest, and the sonographic<br />
appearance of pneumothorax.<br />
• Be able to identify sources and research reference materials<br />
for additional information in emergency medicine<br />
ultrasound.<br />
• Explain the importance of self credentialing in emergency<br />
ultrasound, and discuss the importance of record<br />
keeping, peer review and quality assurance in emergency<br />
ultrasound<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Fundamentals of ultrasound physics and knobology<br />
• Extended Fast Procedure (Includes evaluation<br />
hemothorax and pneumothorax)<br />
• DVT’s - Venous Orientation & Pathology<br />
• Ultrasound Guided Venous Access Techniques<br />
• Cardiac Evaluation for Ventricular Enlargement,<br />
Pericardial Effusion and Tamponade<br />
• Soft Tissue and Musculoskeletal applications<br />
• Gall Bladder Ultrasound<br />
• Paracentesis, Thoracentisis and Pericardiocentesis<br />
• Emergency Department credentialing<br />
• Billing for limited ultrasounds<br />
• Pearls and Pitfalls<br />
• Pitfalls of ultrasound imaging in the emergency<br />
department<br />
• Ultrasound Guided Procedures for Thoracentesis,<br />
Paracardiocentesis, Paracentesis, and Line Placement<br />
• Hands-on Scanning with Physician Supervision<br />
and Guidance<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction<br />
between instructor and student. All instruction is<br />
instructor directed.<br />
Target Audience<br />
Emergency Medicine Physicians and Critical Care Physicians<br />
who have attended basic ultrasound class and<br />
have at least six months of application ultrasound in<br />
the clinical setting.<br />
“<br />
Tom Whelan’s knowledge and<br />
enthusiasm is phenomenal! ”<br />
David Johnson, MD<br />
CME Credits<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited<br />
by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical<br />
<strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical education for<br />
physicians.”<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates this<br />
educational activity for a maximum of 16 hours AMA PRA<br />
Category I. Physician should claim credit commensurate<br />
with the extent of their participation in the activity.”<br />
“Approved by the American College of Emergency Physicians<br />
for a maximum of 16 hours of ACEP Category 1<br />
credit.”<br />
Faculty<br />
Tom Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
T.J. Zwakenberg, BS, RRT, RDCS, RVT<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Jan 11-12 Fri-Sat Whelan<br />
Mar 8-9 Fri-Sat Whelan<br />
Aug 16-17 Fri-Sat Whelan<br />
Fee $1,116 Includes learning materials, lecture, and<br />
scanning laboratory with models and supplies for classroom<br />
and lab. Students are responsible for their textbooks,<br />
housing, and transportation.<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
T.J. Zwakenberg, BS, RRT, RDCS, RVT<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
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Emergency Medicine Ultrasound<br />
Critical Care Ultrasound<br />
“Right Care, Right Now” best describes ultrasound applications that can help physicians<br />
make improved and more timely decisions. The concept of Critical Care Ultrasound<br />
has evolved with the availability of high quality mobile ultrasound devices, in<br />
combination with an increasing number of physicians who understand the importance of<br />
point-of-care ultrasound skills to help manage patients in “critical” situations. Don’t miss<br />
this focused three day workshop that will provide you the knowledge and skill to perform<br />
to perform these life saving procedures.<br />
The course will begin with “need to know” information for image acquisition and interpretation<br />
integrated with real time scanning with models and focused case studies. Some<br />
of the topics covered include the Extended FAST procedure for trauma evaluation, Line<br />
placement, and evaluation of unstable hemodynamics, intra-thoracic and intra-abdominal<br />
fluid collections, bedside echocardiography, soft tissue evaluation and diagnosis of DVT.<br />
Register now, registration is limited to maximize the value of the<br />
hands on scanning experiences.<br />
Objectives<br />
At the completion of the course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Describe the ultrasound applications that improve<br />
patient care in the critically ill patient.<br />
• Demonstrate the knowledge required to acquire and<br />
optimize the ultrasound image.<br />
• Explain the orientation to human anatomy and the<br />
relationship to the Ultrasound probe<br />
• Demonstrate probe preparation for invasive procedures.<br />
• Improve patient procedural safety by using ultrasound<br />
for line placement<br />
• Perform an ultrasound evaluation for diagnosis of DVT’s<br />
• Complete and evaluate an Extended FAST ultrasound<br />
procedure for trauma assessment<br />
• Complete and evaluate a bedside echocardiography<br />
ultrasound evaluation<br />
• Perform lung sonography for the evaluation of pneumothorax,<br />
pleural effusion and acute respiratory distress.<br />
• Complete an ocular ultrasound for the evaluation of<br />
CNS and optic nerve sheath diameter<br />
• Recognize normal and abnormal sonographic anatomy<br />
in the eye, chest, abdomen, soft tissue and extremities.<br />
• Demonstrate and apply ultrasound guided vascular<br />
access on an ultrasound phantom.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Ultrasound Physics and Equipment Instrumentation<br />
• Acquisition and Optimization of the Ultrasound Image<br />
• Clinical Application of the Extended FAST Procedure<br />
• Ultrasound Imaging of Solid Organ Injuries<br />
• Medical Indications for Lung Sonography<br />
• Clinical Applications for Ocular Ultrasound<br />
• Soft Tissue Evaluation of MSK Injuries<br />
• Fundamentals of Bedside Echocardiography<br />
• Scanning the Aorta and Heart<br />
• Evaluation of DVT’s<br />
• Vascular Access Tips and Techniques<br />
• Physician presented focused case studies<br />
Register @ www.AHEConline.com<br />
Target Audience<br />
Emergency Medicine physicians, Trauma Surgeons, Critical<br />
Care Nurses, CCU nurses, Internal Medicine physicians<br />
who perform ultrasound exams in surgery or the ED.<br />
Recommended Material<br />
Sound Advice: Emergency Medicine Ultrasound Protocols<br />
AHEC publication available from our book store<br />
Authors: Whelan and reviewed by Morale<br />
CME Credits<br />
The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited<br />
by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical<br />
<strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical education for<br />
physicians.”<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates<br />
this educational activity for a maximum of 24 hours<br />
AMA PRA Category I. Physicians should claim credit<br />
commensurate with the extent of their participation in<br />
the activity.”<br />
“Approved by the College of Emergency Physicians for<br />
a maximum of 24 hours of ACEP Category 1 credit.”<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction<br />
between instructor and student. All instruction is<br />
instructor directed.<br />
Ultrasound can assist in the<br />
care of your<br />
critically ill patients by:<br />
3 Improving patient procedural safety with<br />
vascular access/line placement<br />
3 Evaluating unstable hemodynamics<br />
3 Diagnosis of DVT’s<br />
3 Diagnosis of intra-thoracic,<br />
intra-abdominal fluid collections<br />
3 Trauma: FAST and Extended FAST<br />
For More Info - 800-239-1361<br />
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Sam Morale, MD<br />
Dr. Morale completed the American<br />
Board in Emergency Medicine<br />
in 1994 and has been teaching<br />
Emergency Medicine faculty,<br />
residents and medical students<br />
ever since. He is presently on<br />
staff at Audie Murphy VA Medical <strong>Center</strong> and Santa<br />
Rosa Westover Hills Hospital in San Antonio. He is an<br />
expert in the use of ultrasound in Emergency Medicine<br />
and in Domestic Disaster Preparedness. He received<br />
the “Commanding General Individual Award” for Performance<br />
in Hurricane Katrina in 2006, and Operation<br />
Lone Star in 2004 and in 2005. Dr. Morale was an<br />
instructor for military emergency medicine residents<br />
training for oral boards for more than three years and<br />
has been teaching physician Board Review for AAEM<br />
for six years. He has been an Instructor Consultant/<br />
Course Director for AHEC for seven years.<br />
Course Director/Faculty<br />
Sam Morale, MD<br />
Emergency Medicine Staff Physician<br />
Santa Rosa Westover Hills<br />
Audie Murphy VA Medical <strong>Center</strong><br />
San Antonio, TX<br />
Dr. Morale received his medical degree from the University of Texas<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Science <strong>Center</strong> at San Antonio and completed his residency<br />
training in emergency medicine at the Medical College of Pennsylvania<br />
in 1993.<br />
Faculty<br />
Sam Morale, MD<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
T.J. Zwakenberg, BS, RRT, RDCS, RVT<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Nov 21-23 Thur-Sat Whelan<br />
Fee $1,622 includes learning materials, lecture, and scanning<br />
laboratory with models. Students are responsible for<br />
textbooks, housing, and transportation.<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Sam Morale, MD<br />
Accepting honorarium, <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong><br />
<strong>Center</strong>. No relevant finanacial relationships to disclose.<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
T.J. Zwakenberg, BS, RRT, RDCS, RVT<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Specialty Ultrasound<br />
New Course<br />
Scan with the Experts: Ultrasound Scanning Skills Workshops<br />
Customized ultrasound training courses are our specialty. Whether you need an ultrasound skills refresher, want to learn a new clinical<br />
application, increase you scanning proficiency or sharpen your interpretation skills, you now have the option to have it your way!<br />
You can choose from our most popular skills workshops, or work with one of our experienced ultrasound faculty and design a scanning<br />
skills workshop that will meet your educational needs and skill level. You decide. If you want to combine subject content and different<br />
procedures all you have to do is ask!<br />
Spend the day in our ultrasound lab with your own private expert faculty scanning live models and/or phantoms. The focus is to<br />
provide you a supervised scanning experience to increase your clinical proficiency and minimize the time you have to be away from<br />
your clinical practice. At the conclusion of the workshop, you will receive a procedure log for documentation for hospital credentialing,<br />
certification requirements, and accreditation/reaccreditation efforts.<br />
Prerequiste: Introductory ultrasound experience is required to enroll in a scanning skills workshop.<br />
Target Audience: Physicians, sonographer, and other medical professionals who require additional ultrasound scanning experience and/or a refresher.<br />
Objectives:<br />
Increase knowledge and clinical skills to perform specific ultrasound procedures<br />
• Demonstrate appropriate scan techniques and protocols for performing ultrasound procedures<br />
• Increase clinical proficiency and confidence through repetition and proven protocols<br />
• Perform examinations under supervised conditions to fulfill credentialing and/or individual certification requirements<br />
OB Workshop<br />
Dates/Location (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Jan 25 Sun Whelan<br />
Apr 30 Sun Whelan<br />
Jun 30 Sun Whelan<br />
*Additional dates available upon request<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Tips Tricks and Techniques<br />
- Transabdominal & Endovaginal<br />
- 1st & 2nd Trimester (Suggested areas of focus)<br />
• Fetal Growth and Development<br />
• Placenta Locaton<br />
• Calculations and Measurements<br />
- Standard Measurements of BPD<br />
- Head Circumference<br />
- Abdominal Circumference<br />
- FFL<br />
- Humeral Length<br />
• Scanning Techniques<br />
• Standard Protocols<br />
• Current Scanning Guidelines<br />
Abdomen Workshop<br />
Dates/Location (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Jan 24 Thu Robertson<br />
Jun 29 Sat Robertson<br />
Apr 29 Mon Robertson<br />
*Additional dates available upon request<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Tips, Tricks and Techniques<br />
• Procedures (Suggested)<br />
- Gall Bladder<br />
- Liver<br />
- Kidneys<br />
- Abdominal aorta<br />
- Inferior vena cava<br />
• Patient Artifacts<br />
- What to do for NPO patients<br />
- Gas<br />
- Not-so-small patients<br />
Not the Topics<br />
You Need?<br />
Call us at:<br />
800.239.1361<br />
and we can customize a<br />
course just for your needs!<br />
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Cardiovascular Scanning Skills Workshop<br />
Dates/Location (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Jul 27 Sat Staff<br />
Feb 28 Thur Whelan<br />
May 23 Thu Staff<br />
*Additional dates available upon request<br />
Course Topics<br />
Peripheral Arterial Vascular<br />
• Standard Views, Protocols and Guidelines<br />
• Tips and Techniques<br />
- Image optimization<br />
- Color Doppler<br />
- Pulse Doppler assessment<br />
• Abdominal Aortic Assessment<br />
• Physiologic Testing<br />
- Segmental pressures<br />
- Pulse volume<br />
- Doppler waveform analysis<br />
• Grading of Vessel Stenosis<br />
- Pitfalls in data gathering<br />
- Techniques for difficulty patients<br />
• Tips, Tricks and Techniques<br />
- Transabdominal & Endovaginal<br />
- 1st & 2nd Trimester (Suggested areas of focus)<br />
Cardiovascular Scanning Skills Workshop<br />
Dates/Location (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Jul 28 Sun Staff<br />
Mar 1 Fri Whelan<br />
May 4 Fri Staff<br />
*Additional dates available upon request<br />
Course Topics<br />
Peripheral Venous Vascular<br />
• Standard Views, Protocols and Guidelines<br />
• Tips and Techniques<br />
- Image optimization<br />
- Color Doppler<br />
- Pulse Doppler assessment<br />
• Upper and Lower Venous Anatomy<br />
• Scanning Skills<br />
- Venous reflux<br />
- DVT in lower extremity<br />
- Upper extremity venous studies<br />
- Techniques for difficult patients<br />
Echo can be added as<br />
an additional day of<br />
scanning.<br />
Need an On-Site<br />
Tutorial for<br />
your Group?<br />
Call us, we have dates<br />
available.<br />
Call <strong>Us</strong> @ 800.239.1361
Specialty Ultrasound<br />
Ultrasound Guided Venous Access and PICC Line<br />
Central venous catheterization can be difficult and can cause serious complications.<br />
Central venous cannulation (CVC) is an important procedure in the practice of emergency<br />
and critical care medicine. <strong>With</strong> the increasing availability of bedside ultrasound<br />
the technology has proven to reduce error and improve patient care. The Agency for<br />
<strong>Health</strong>care Research & Quality, the Institute of Medicine and the National Institute<br />
for <strong>Health</strong> & Clinical Excellence have all endorsed ultrasound-guided central venous<br />
cannulation (UGCVC) as a recommended practice. Given the importance of CVC it<br />
is paramount that physicians become proficient with UGCVC.<br />
Assessing and managing superficial fluid collections using ultrasound guided access<br />
is rapidly becoming the standard of care in many medical institutions. Basic ultrasound<br />
expertise is invaluable, but there is a whole array of ultrasound procedures that can be<br />
performed that will increase your effectiveness and diagnostic accuracy. Go beyond<br />
the basics and get the skills you need to expand the effective use of ultrasound in your<br />
clinical environment!<br />
Participants in this course will benefit from hands-on scan labs where the ultrasound<br />
faculty will teach you the essential skills and techniques to perform exams that make a<br />
difference in patient outcomes by demonstrating the need for an intervention that can<br />
be done under ultrasound guidance.<br />
Objectives<br />
At the completion of the course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Describe the importance of the use of ultrasound guided<br />
vascular access<br />
• Capture and display the appropriate anatomy and<br />
orientation in the ultrasound view<br />
• Demonstrate venous orientation and to evaluate for<br />
suitable access points<br />
• Discuss the ultrasound applications for ultrasound<br />
guided procedures<br />
• Demonstrate the skill needed to perform vascular<br />
access on a phantom<br />
• Demonstrate the skill needed to complete an ultrasound<br />
guided procedure on a phantom<br />
• Utilize the ultrasound equipment to manage vascular<br />
access and ultrasound guided procedures & PICC lines<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Venous orientation and pathology to demonstrate<br />
clot. This topic will include the upper and<br />
lower extremities, to include the jugular, subclavian,<br />
femoral, saphenous, and superficial veins<br />
of the upper extremity. Students will be taught<br />
the proper way to compress veins, and use color<br />
Doppler to evaluate areas of suspected clot prior<br />
to inserting a line.<br />
• Ultrasound guided procedure to included thora-centesis,<br />
and paracentesis, and central and<br />
peripheral line placement will be introduced as<br />
important and time saving ways of managing<br />
critically ill patients. Hands on practice will be<br />
offered for all topics on live model’s or phantoms.<br />
• A hands-on practice session will be conducted<br />
with phantoms to assist the student in learning<br />
the hand-to-eye coordination needed to successfully<br />
manage these lesions.<br />
Target Audience<br />
Emergency Medicine Physicians, Critical Care Physicians,<br />
Intensivist, Trauma Surgeons, and other health<br />
care professionals who will be performing ultrasound<br />
examinations in the Emergency Department, Surgery,<br />
ICU or other medical or clinical settings.<br />
CME Credits<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited<br />
by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical<br />
<strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical education for<br />
physicians.”<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates<br />
this educational activity for a maximum of 8 hours<br />
AMA PRA Category 1 TM . Physician should claim credit<br />
commensurate with the extent of their participation in<br />
the activity.”<br />
“Approved by the College of Emergency Physicians for a<br />
maximum of 8 hours of ACEP Category 1 credit.”<br />
Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
Tom is internationally recognized as<br />
an accomplished sonography instructor<br />
and speaker with a wealth of<br />
information to share. Tom has more<br />
than 32 years clinical experience in<br />
all facets of ultrasound. He has many<br />
years of experience in operations and management as well<br />
experience serving as a director of clinical services. Tom<br />
is board certified in Adult Echocardiography, Abdominal<br />
OB-GYN ultrasound, and Vascular Ultrasound.<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Feb 9 Sat Whelan<br />
Jul 13 Sat Whelan<br />
Oct 12 Sat Whelan<br />
Fee $558<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Register @ www.AHEConline.com<br />
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Specialty Ultrasound<br />
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound<br />
Musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSK US) is a dynamic, non-invasive exam that allows<br />
high-resolution, real-time evaluation of musculoskeletal disorders. MSK US is a unique<br />
modality that is highly operator-dependent, patient friendly and cost- effective. The<br />
result is a targeted ultrasound evaluation for the diagnosis of chronic and acute injuries<br />
and disease processes of the upper and lower extremities.<br />
MSK ultrasound has been traditionally seen as a complement to MRI but this rapidly<br />
evolving modality has gained recognition as a powerful diagnostic tool. The literature<br />
indicates MSK ultrasound is now equivalent to MRI in the evaluation of rotator cuff<br />
evaluation. The progressive use of ultrasound in diagnosis of musculoskeletal disorders<br />
has the attention of the medical community and the insurers.<br />
Join us for this two-day interactive workshop where you will acquire the basic knowledge<br />
and skill required to incorporate this rapidly evolving assessment technique into<br />
your practice. Register early to reserve your seat, the workshop attendance will be limited<br />
to facilitate learning in the dynamic scan labs.<br />
John Cianca, MD, ABPMR, FAAPMR, FACSM, FAAMA,<br />
Dr. Cianca is a board certified specialist<br />
in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.<br />
He graduated from Albany<br />
Medical College in 1988. He did his<br />
residency in PM&R at the University<br />
of Rochester and completed a musculoskeletal<br />
fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine. He has<br />
been in private practice since 2004, but is an adjunct associate<br />
professor with the department of physical medicine<br />
and rehabilitation at the Baylor College of Medicine. He is<br />
Medical Director at Memorial Hermann Sports Medicine and<br />
Rehabilitation <strong>Center</strong>. He is a Fellow of the American Academy<br />
of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, the American<br />
College of Sports Medicine, and the American Academy of<br />
Medical Acupuncture. He is an accomplished speaker for<br />
national conferences for physicians, physical therapists, residents,<br />
running clubs and civic organizations. He began utilizing<br />
musculoskeletal ultrasound in his practice in 2005 and<br />
is a strong advocate for the value of this vital modality in<br />
the assessment of injuries in athletes and the general public.<br />
Objectives<br />
At the completion of the course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Identify the components of ultrasound equipment and<br />
understand the principles of imaging with ultrasound<br />
equipment for musculoskeletal imaging.<br />
• Recognize ultrasound artifacts and master probe<br />
manipulation.<br />
• Describe the scan techniques for upper and lower<br />
extremity anatomy.<br />
• Identify normal and abnormal anatomy during an<br />
MSK ultrasound procedure.<br />
• Discuss the indications and limitations of MSK ultrasound<br />
imaging.<br />
• Identify the utilization of MSK ultrasound in sports<br />
medicine injuries.<br />
• Explain the use of MSK ultrasound in Rheumatology<br />
applications.<br />
• Understand the utilization of ultrasound for interventional<br />
techniques.<br />
• Increase knowledge and confidence to perform and/or<br />
interpret MSK ultrasound.<br />
• Apply the information discussed in the clinical setting<br />
to improve patient care.<br />
• Prepare to perform under supervision procedures<br />
until proficiency is achieved.<br />
Who Should Attend<br />
3 Orthopedists<br />
3 Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation<br />
3 Pain Management Specialists<br />
3 Podiatrists<br />
3 Rheumatologists<br />
3 Sports Medicine Specialists<br />
3 Sonographers<br />
3 Physical Therapists<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Ultrasound imaging principles for equipment and<br />
scanning<br />
• MSK scan techniques for upper and lower extremity<br />
anatomy<br />
• MSK ultrasound demonstrations of correct scanning<br />
for normal anatomy and diagnosis of pathology<br />
• MSK ultrasound for interventional utilization for<br />
ultrasound guided biopsy and aspiration<br />
• Indications for MSK and benefits in sports medicine<br />
injuries<br />
• Limitations of MSK ultrasound imaging<br />
• Protocols for implementation and consistent results<br />
• MSK Case studies<br />
• Classroom instruction is combined with a “real-time<br />
hands-on” scanning lab using live models. Each participant<br />
will have the opportunity to learn the appropriate<br />
transducer scan techniques, artifacts, and ultrasound<br />
appearance of normal musculoskeletal anatomy.<br />
• Hands-on scanning lab with models to include ultrasound<br />
evaluation and examination techniques for<br />
procedures of the:<br />
- Shoulder - Elbow<br />
- Wrist/hand - Knee<br />
- Ankle/foot - Soft tissue and muscle<br />
- Special Applications<br />
• Image analysis and review for normal versus abnormal<br />
Target Audience<br />
Physicians (Sports Medicine, Rheumatology, PM&R,<br />
Orthopedic, Radiology) seeking entry-level information in<br />
musculoskeletal ultrasound, scanning and interpretation.<br />
Sonographers or physical therapists learning musculoskeletal<br />
ultrasound.<br />
“ Excellent instructor! ” Xin Yuan<br />
CME for Physicians<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited<br />
by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical<br />
<strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical education for<br />
physicians.”<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates<br />
this educational activity for a maximum of 16 hours<br />
AMA PRA Category I. Physician should claim credit<br />
commensurate with the extent of their participation in<br />
the activity.”<br />
Course Director/Faculty<br />
John Cianca, MD, ABPMR, FAAPMR, FACSM, FAAMA<br />
Board Certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation<br />
Adjunct Associate Professor<br />
Baylor College of Medicine Medical Director<br />
Memorial Hermann Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Feb 23-24 Sat-Sun Cianca<br />
Jun 8-9 Sat-Sun Cianca<br />
Sep 14-15 Sat-Sun Cianca<br />
Fee $1,413 Physicians<br />
Includes lecture, scanning laboratory instruction<br />
with models, and supplies for the classroom<br />
and laboratory.<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
John Cianca, MD, ABPMR, FAAPMR, FACSM, FAAMA<br />
Accepting honorarium, <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong><br />
<strong>Center</strong>. No relevant finanacial relationships to disclose.<br />
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Specialty Ultrasound<br />
Point of Care Ultrasound: Introduction<br />
Appropriate use of ultrasound at the point of care can decrease medical errors, provide<br />
more efficient real-time diagnosis and supple-ment or replace more advanced imaging in<br />
appropriate situations. Ultrasound, when used at the point of care, facilitates collaboration<br />
and efficient care by yielding immediate findings that can lead to high value referrals. In<br />
cases when advanced diagnostic imaging is medically warranted this allows better targeting<br />
of diagnostic studies. Ultrasound should be employed for procedural guidance. Expansion<br />
of ultrasound to include the echo applications has been the fastest growing application.<br />
Ultrasound enables immediate diagnosis and accel-erates treatment sometimes sparing the<br />
patient the cost of a more expensive procedure.<br />
In healthcare we are advocating for Value-based health care where the key goal is to<br />
improve patient outcomes per dollar spent. Through more than a half century of use to aid<br />
diagnosis and guide procedures, ultrasound has demonstrated in both studies and clinical<br />
practice that it can—and does—deliver proven value when available for use at the point<br />
of care. It is the most safe and cost-effective technology available for diagnosis. Having<br />
the skills to perform focused evaluations of the abdomen, chest, first trimester pregnancy<br />
and heart are necessary for today’s physicians. Participants in this course will benefit from<br />
“hands on scan labs” where scanning live models or phantoms to simulate pathology will<br />
develop your diagnostic skills.<br />
Course Objectives<br />
At the completion of the course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the importance<br />
of quality assurance in ultrasound.<br />
• Identify the appropriate equipment settings & transducer<br />
selection for different ultrasound applications<br />
• Identify and display appropriate normal anatomy<br />
and orientation in the ultrasound field of view.<br />
• Differentiate normal vs. abnormal image<br />
characteristics of the abdomen<br />
• Understand variations in scanning protocols for<br />
demonstration of different pathologies<br />
• Successfully perform a focused abdominal exam<br />
• Successfully perform a trauma FAST exam<br />
• Successfully perform the protocol for a bedside<br />
Cardiac examination<br />
• Discuss & apply scanning techniques for the performance<br />
of the female patient and first trimester OB<br />
• Be able to develop mapping techniques to approach<br />
a variety of scanning situations.<br />
• Be able to identify sources and research<br />
reference materials for additional information<br />
in emergency medicine ultrasound.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Introduction to Ultrasound Physics<br />
- Fundamentals of Instrumentation & Image Acquisition<br />
- Pearls and Pitfalls in Point of Care Ultrasound<br />
• Anatomy of the Abdominal and<br />
Retroperitoneal structures<br />
- Abdominal Scan Protocols and Pathology<br />
• Abdominal Trauma, the FAST exam procedure<br />
• Cardiac 2 D Imaging in the ED<br />
Evaluation of Pericardial Effusion<br />
OB/Gyn Ultrasound Anatomy and Procedures<br />
• 1st Trimester Pregnancy with endovaginal imaging<br />
Early Gestation and Ectopic Pregnancy<br />
• Ultrasound Appearance of Pathology in case studies<br />
• Focused Hands-on Scan Labs with Physician Mentoring<br />
Target Audience<br />
Emergency Medicine Physicians, Trauma Surgeons,<br />
Critical Care Physicians, Intensivists, Internal Medicine<br />
and Family Practice Physicians, Nurses, and first responders<br />
who will be per-forming and interpreting point of care<br />
ultrasound examinations.<br />
CME Credits<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. is<br />
accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing<br />
Medical <strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical<br />
education for physi-cians.”<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. designates<br />
this educational activity for a maximum of 24<br />
hours AMA PRA Category I. Physician should claim<br />
credit commensurate with the extent of their participation<br />
in the activity.”<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction<br />
between instructor and student. All instruction is<br />
instructor directed.<br />
Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
Who Should Attend<br />
3 Internal Medicine Physicians<br />
3 Emergency Medicine Physicians<br />
3 Trauma Surgeons<br />
3 Hospitalists<br />
3 Internists<br />
3 Neurologists<br />
3 Neurosurgeons<br />
3 Osteopathic Medicine Physicians<br />
3 Pediatricians<br />
3 Respiratory Care Physicians<br />
3 Family Practice Physicians<br />
3 ICU and NICU Nurses<br />
3 Physician Assistants<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Jan 8-10 Tue-Thu Whelan<br />
Mar 5-7 Tue-Thu Whelan<br />
Aug 13-15 Tue-Thu Whelan<br />
Oct 17-19 Thu-Sat Whelan<br />
Fee $1,622 Physicians<br />
Includes lecture, scanning laboratory instruction with<br />
models, and supplies for the classroom and laboratory.<br />
Students are responsible for their textbooks, housing,<br />
and transportation.<br />
Recommended Material<br />
Sound Advice: Emergency Medicine Ultrasound Protocols by<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
Reviewed by Sam Morale, M.D. - Assistant Professor,<br />
Department of Surgery, Division of Emergency Medicine,<br />
UT <strong>Health</strong> Science <strong>Center</strong> at San Antonio<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Contract Classes<br />
This course is provided off-site with a minimum<br />
number of 15 physicians and sponsorship by a local<br />
physician group. Call 800-239-1361 for information.<br />
Register @ www.AHEConline.com<br />
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Specialty Ultrasound<br />
Point of Care Ultrasound: <strong>Advanced</strong><br />
Diagnostic ultrasound has now evolved to become the most cost effective and efficient<br />
procedure in the arsenal of diagnostic imaging procedures. <strong>With</strong> the rising costs<br />
of health care, it is a matter of necessity to utilize cost effective, rapid and accurate ways<br />
to diagnose and treat patients at the “point-of-care”. This course will address emerging<br />
applications of point-of-care ultrasound and will benefit those practionioners with prior<br />
experience in ultrasound.<br />
The power and size of the new portable ultrasound equipment has expanded the application<br />
of bedside ultrasound from advanced cardiac evaluation and pulmonary applications,<br />
to ultrasound guided treatments and interventions. Emphasis will be placed on<br />
acquisitions of the knowledge and scanning skills needed for vascular access techniques,<br />
thoracic ultrasound evaluation, (evaluation of interstitial pathology, pneumothorax,<br />
pleural effusions and thoracentesis), evaluation of DVT’s and integration of point-ofcare<br />
echocardiography into symptom based evaluation of the patient.<br />
Who Should Attend<br />
3 Internal Medicine Physicians<br />
3 Emergency Medicine Physicians<br />
3 Trauma Surgeons<br />
3 Hospitalists<br />
3 Internists<br />
3 Neurologists<br />
3 Neurosurgeons<br />
3 Osteopathic Medicine Physicians<br />
3 Pediatricians<br />
3 Respiratory Care Physicians<br />
3 Family Practice Physicians<br />
3 ICU and NICU Nurses<br />
3 Physician Assistants<br />
Course Objectives<br />
At the completion of the course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Identify and display appropriate normal anatomy and<br />
orientation in the ultrasound field of view for selected<br />
topics to include abdominal and chest cavities, the<br />
heart, soft tissue, nerves, the hepatobiliary system and<br />
peripheral veins.<br />
• Successfully complete emergency medicine ultrasound<br />
examinations following correct patient preparation<br />
and procedure protocols to include simulated line<br />
placements and ultrasound guided needle placements.<br />
• Understand variations in scanning protocols for demonstration<br />
of abnormalities and pathologies in emergency<br />
medicine exams to include abdominal and chest<br />
cavities, the heart, soft tissue, nerves, the hepatobiliary<br />
system, and peripheral veins.<br />
• Understand applications of musculoskeletal, and soft<br />
tissue ultrasound in a critical care examination of<br />
trauma, acute, and chronic diseases.<br />
• Identify applications of the Extended Fast Procedure<br />
in the scope of critical care medicine to identify free<br />
intraperitoneal fluid, fluid in the chest wall, and the<br />
sonographic appearance of pneumothorax.<br />
• Be able to identify sources and research reference<br />
materials for additional information in critical care<br />
ultrasound.<br />
• Explain the importance of self-credentialing in critical<br />
care ultrasound, and discuss the importance of<br />
record keeping, peer review and quality assurance.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Fundamentals of ultrasound physics and knobology<br />
• Extended Fast Procedure (Includes evaluation<br />
hemothorax and pneumothorax<br />
• DVT’s - Venous Orientation & Pathology<br />
• Ultrasound Guided Venous Access Techniques<br />
• Cardiac Evaluation for Ventricular Enlargement,<br />
Pericardial Effusion and Tamponade<br />
• Soft Tissue and basic Musculoskeletal applications<br />
• Gall Bladder Ultrasound<br />
• Paracentesis, Thoracentesis and Pericardiocentesis<br />
• Evaluation for pulmonary pressure<br />
• Billing for limited ultrasounds<br />
• Pearls and Pitfalls<br />
• Hands-on Scanning with Physician Supervision<br />
and Guidance<br />
Target Audience<br />
Emergency Medicine Physicians, Trauma Surgeons,<br />
Critical Care Physicians, Intensivists, Internal Medicine<br />
and Family Practice Physicians, Nurses, and first responders<br />
who will be per-forming and interpreting point of care<br />
ultrasound examinations.<br />
CME Credits<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. is<br />
accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing<br />
Medical <strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical<br />
education for physicians.”<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. designates<br />
this educational activity for a maximum of 16<br />
hours AMA PRA Category I. Physician should claim<br />
credit commensurate with the extent of their participation<br />
in the activity.”<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction<br />
between instructor and student. All instruction is<br />
instructor directed.<br />
Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Jan 11-12 Fri-Sat Whelan<br />
Mar 8-9 Fri-Sat Whelan<br />
Aug 16-17 Fri-Sat Whelan<br />
Fee $1,195 Physicians<br />
Includes lecture, scanning laboratory instruction with<br />
models, and supplies for the classroom and laboratory.<br />
Students are responsible for their textbooks, housing,<br />
and transportation.<br />
Recommended Material<br />
Sound Advice: Emergency Medicine Ultrasound Protocols by<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
Reviewed by Sam Morale, M.D. - Assistant Professor,<br />
Department of Surgery, Division of Emergency Medicine,<br />
UT <strong>Health</strong> Science <strong>Center</strong> at San Antonio<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Thomas Whelan, RT(R), RDMS, RDCS, RVT, FASE<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Contract Classes<br />
This course is provided off-site with a minimum<br />
number of 15 physicians and sponsorship by a local<br />
physician group. Call 800-239-1361 for information.<br />
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Registry Reviews<br />
Be prepared! Not a motto just for boy scouts!<br />
Whether an advanced level examination is in your future, or you would like to formalize your understanding of<br />
the theory and complex concepts of a new modality these workshops will benefit you. The workshops are designed<br />
to provide students with an interactive learning experince that includes a thorough review of theory, as well as<br />
relevant clinical applications that can quickly be transferred to the workplace. The content of each of the review<br />
courses is reflective of the ARRT content specifications and provides ample opportunity for students to interact with<br />
expert faculty with proven success in preparing students for advanced level practice in their respective modalities.<br />
CT Registry Exam Review<br />
Each presentation has only one faculty presenter.<br />
Course Topics - Day 1<br />
• Test Taking<br />
• Physics & Instrumentation<br />
• Patient Care<br />
• Imaging Procedures & Protocols<br />
• Contrast Media<br />
Day 2<br />
• Cross Sectional Anatomy<br />
• Basic Pathology<br />
• Case Studies<br />
• Artifacts<br />
Faculty (each faculty may vary in presentation)<br />
Brad Holmer, AS, RT(R)(CT)<br />
Michael Grey, Ph.D., RT(R)(MR)(CT)<br />
Steve Ahrenstein, BS, RT(R)(CT)<br />
Bettye G. Wilson, MAEd, RT(R)(CT), RDMS, FASRT<br />
CE Credits 16 Category A, Direct<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Houston Jan 26- 27 Sat-Sun Wilson<br />
San Francisco, CA Mar 8-9 Sat-Sun Holmer<br />
Nashville, TN May 18-19 Sat-Sun Holmer<br />
Houston Sep 28-29 Sat-Sun Wilson<br />
Fee $429<br />
Bone Densitometry Comp.<br />
Examination Review<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Overview of Bone Densitometry Examinations<br />
• Bone Basics and Osteoporosis<br />
• Methods of Measuring Bone Mass<br />
• BMD Measurement Terminology<br />
• Equipment Operation and Quality Control<br />
• Radiation Safety of System<br />
• DXA Scans of Peripheral Sites<br />
• DXA Scans of Central Sites<br />
• Serial Measurements<br />
Faculty<br />
Lesa Mohr, (RT(R)(QM)(BD)<br />
CE Credits 8 Category A, Direct<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Houston, TX Feb 16 Sat Mohr<br />
Houston, TX Aug 3 Sat Mohr<br />
Fee $229<br />
MRI Registry Review<br />
Course Topics - Day 1<br />
• Fundamental Principles of MRI, Image Formation &<br />
Instrumentation<br />
• Magnetism, Magnets, and Magnet Design<br />
• Shielding, Shimming, and Gradients<br />
• Creating the MR signal<br />
• Precession, Larmor Equation, Resonance<br />
• Tissue characteristics, Relaxation times and curves<br />
• Contrast, Patient Care and Safety<br />
Day 2<br />
• Pulse sequence design; T1-, T2-, T2*<br />
• PD-weighted images; Spin Echo; GradientRecalled<br />
Echo, in and out of phase<br />
• Coherent, incoherent; Inversion Recovery; STIR, FLAIR;<br />
Fast Spin Echo, Fast Field Echo, MR Angiography<br />
• Artifact Reduction; Spatial Localization;<br />
Gradient Design; Sequence Parameters and Options<br />
• Image Quality and Optimization<br />
• Contrast Discrimination; Spatial Resolution; Signal to Noise<br />
Recommended Textbook<br />
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Review by Wheeler & <strong>With</strong>ers<br />
Faculty - Each faculty may vary in presentation.<br />
Gregory Wheeler, BS, RT(R)(MR)<br />
Michael Grey, Ph.D., RT(R)(MR)(CT)<br />
Stephen Powers, BSRT, RT(R)(CT)(MR)<br />
Laura Garcia, MPA, RT(R)(MR)<br />
CE Credit 16 Category A, Indirect<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Houston Feb 23-24 Sat-Sun Wheeler<br />
Nashville, TN May 18-19 Sat-Sun Wheeler<br />
Houston Sep 21-22 Sat-Sun Wheeler<br />
Fee $429<br />
ARRT Registry Review for<br />
Diagnostic Imaging:<br />
Please call for availability or<br />
to schedule a private tutorial<br />
Mammo Registry Review<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Patient <strong>Education</strong> and Assessment<br />
• Instrumentation and Quality Assurance<br />
• Anatomy, Physiology, and Pathology<br />
• Mammographic Technique and Evaluation<br />
• Positioning and Interventional Procedures<br />
Faculty<br />
Susan Sprinkle-Vincent, AAS, RT(R)(M)<br />
CE Credits 16 Category A, Direct<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Please call for availability or<br />
to schedule a private tutorial<br />
Fee $429<br />
QM Registry Review<br />
Course Topics - Day 1<br />
• Test Content Specifications<br />
• Test Taking Techniques<br />
• Review of Radiographic Principles<br />
• Review of Test Instrumentation<br />
• Quality Control Collection and Analysis<br />
• Program Standards and Guidelines<br />
Day 2<br />
• Quality Improvement Principles<br />
• Review/Questions and Answers<br />
Faculty<br />
David Clayton, BSRT, RT(R)(QM)<br />
CE Credit 12 Category A, Direct<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Feb 8-9 Fri-Sat Clayton<br />
Nov 8-9 Fri-Sat Clayton<br />
Fee $389<br />
Register @ www.AHEConline.com<br />
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Digital Technology<br />
Improving Your Image -<br />
Mastering Digital Radiography<br />
This course is the “Reader’s Digest” version of digital imaging in medicine. The course<br />
provides a thorough understanding of CR and DR technology, exposure techniques and<br />
an introduction into working with PACS, RIS workstations and more…<br />
Course Topics<br />
Day 1<br />
• Good-Bye Film – Hello Digital<br />
• Creating digital images<br />
• Computed Radiography Myths<br />
• Your Computed Radiography System<br />
• Formulating Techniques for Computed Radiography<br />
• Direct Digital Radiography<br />
Day 2<br />
• Beyond Tomography – Digital Tomosynthesis<br />
• Digital Fluoroscopy<br />
• Do You See What I See?<br />
• QA/QC for Digital<br />
• Workstations<br />
• Workflow – Diagnostic Imaging<br />
• The Electronic <strong>Health</strong>care Record<br />
• PACS Overview<br />
Target Audience<br />
Radiology department managers, administrators, directors,<br />
chief technologists, QA technologists, PACS<br />
administrators, and staff technologists who are preparing<br />
to enter the digital imaging marketplace and desire a<br />
thorough understanding of hardware and software issues<br />
as well as the network, connectivity, and evaluation procedures<br />
of digital.<br />
CME Credits<br />
The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited by the<br />
Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical <strong>Education</strong> to<br />
provide continuing medical education for physicians.”<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates this<br />
educational activity for a maximum of 16 hours AMA PRA<br />
Category I. Physician should claim credit commensurate<br />
with the extent of their participation in the activity. “The<br />
American Society of Radiologic Technologists has approved<br />
this program for 16 hours of category A continuing education<br />
credit.”<br />
Credits<br />
Physicians - 16 hours AMA PRA Category 1<br />
Radiologic Technologists - 16 hours Category A, Direct<br />
Faculty<br />
Mark Struthers, BBA, BSRT, RT(R)(MR), CMRT, CIIP<br />
Lee Friedricks, BS, RT(R)(N), CNMT<br />
Andre Guillory, BSRS, RT(R)<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Los Angeles, CA Jan 25-26 Fri-Sat Struthers<br />
Houston, TX Feb 14-15 Thur-Fri Struthers<br />
Houston, TX Nov 21-22 Thur-Fri Struthers<br />
Fee $389 includes lecture and learning materials.<br />
Participants are responsible for housing and<br />
transportation.<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Mark Struthers, BBA, BSRT, RT(R)(MR), CMRT, CIIP<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Lee Friedricks, BS, RT(R)(N), CNMT<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Andre Guillory, BSRS, RT(R)<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Mark A. Struthers, BBA, BSRT, RT(R)(MR), CMRT, CIIP<br />
Mark is an instructor for the Sanford-Brown<br />
Radiography Program.<br />
His experience in Medical imaging<br />
includes technological, management,<br />
education, and imaging<br />
informatics. His experience and<br />
expertise have made him a popular presenter at the<br />
local, state, and national level for many years. He is<br />
active in providing continuing education both as a lecturer<br />
and creator of home study programs.<br />
Lee Friedricks, BS, RT(R)(N), CNMT<br />
Lee is a graduate of the University<br />
of Houston, and taught nuclear<br />
medicine at Houston Community<br />
College. He is currently the head<br />
of medical imaging purchasing<br />
for Methodist Hospital-Houston.<br />
His career in medical imaging evolved into the commercial<br />
segment, where he has worked for many years<br />
both locally and nationally. His expertise in all aspects<br />
of medical imaging, combined with his knowledge of<br />
digital and clinical medical imaging, enable him to<br />
provide ideas and solutions for the<br />
Andre Guillory, BSRS, RT(R)<br />
Andre is the Radiology Manager<br />
at LBJ Hospital in Houston,<br />
TX. His multi-modality imaging<br />
experience, computer programming<br />
skills, and network systems<br />
development knowledge make it<br />
possible for him to manage this multi-hospital system<br />
and its 14 clinics. In addition to his busy work schedule,<br />
he also serves as an officer in the Texas Society<br />
of Radiologic Technologists and frequently lectures on<br />
PACS, computers in imaging, special procedures, and<br />
trauma. Andre’s engaging manner and the wealth of<br />
knowledge he shares make his presentations enjoyable<br />
educational experiences.<br />
Order Online<br />
or by Phone<br />
www.AHEConline.com<br />
800.239.1361<br />
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New Course<br />
Principles of PACS<br />
Is this your situation? I am interested in PACS and enjoy technology but there aren’t a<br />
lot of training and resouces available? If this sounds familiar this course is just what you<br />
are looking for. The “getting started” format of the course is designed to provide students<br />
the introductory technical competencies, basic application information, tools and techniques<br />
needed that can be quickly transferred to the workplace.<br />
PACS technology has matured and covers a gamut of technology that is constantly<br />
evolving. A PACS adminstrator in today’s healthcare environment must possess a thorough<br />
understanding of not only the principles of digial imaging, but the technical competenciesof<br />
networking, storage, server, and display technology. You will benefit from the<br />
experience and expertise of faculty who have both the academic and clinical background<br />
to help you achieve your training goals. Register early the class size is limited to assure<br />
students have ample time for questions and to interact with the faculty.<br />
Course Objectives<br />
At the completion of the course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Describe the difference between informatics<br />
on-site systems<br />
• Define workflow<br />
• Differentiate types of workflow and their impact upon<br />
the enterprise<br />
• Define RIS<br />
• Define PACS<br />
• Discuss RIS/PACS integration<br />
• Explain the function of the help desk<br />
• Relate the need for policies and procedures specific to<br />
RIS/PACS operation<br />
• Explain the different types of workstation design and<br />
their application<br />
• Discuss digital security<br />
• Explain how a network can be designed to<br />
enhance security<br />
• List types of network security software available<br />
• Discuss troubleshooting techniques for the enterprise<br />
• Discuss trouble shooting techniques for the RIS<br />
• Discuss trouble shooting techniques for PACS<br />
• Understand Logical vs. physical networking<br />
• Understand how to manage a network<br />
• Describe the types of server storage technology<br />
• Define DICOM<br />
• Explain why DICOM matters<br />
• Perform workflow analysis<br />
• Define project management<br />
• Perform applications training for staff<br />
Digital Technology<br />
Course Topics<br />
Day 1 & 2<br />
• PACS Management<br />
• Network Basics<br />
• Standard Overview<br />
• The role of PACS administration in today’s<br />
healthcare market<br />
• RIS Systems<br />
• PACS QC<br />
• PACS Archiving<br />
• Storage Server Technology<br />
• Understanding Workflow Analysis in a<br />
digital environment<br />
• Security in the Digital Enterprise<br />
Target Audience<br />
Radiology department managers, administrators, directors,<br />
chief technologists, QA technologists, PACS<br />
administrators, and staff technologists who are preparing<br />
to enter the digital imaging marketplace and desire a<br />
thorough understanding of hardware and software issues<br />
as well as the network, connectivity, and evaluation procedures<br />
of digital.<br />
CME Credits<br />
The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited by the<br />
Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical <strong>Education</strong> to<br />
provide continuing medical education for physicians.”<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates this<br />
educational activity for a maximum of 16 hours AMA PRA<br />
Category I. Physician should claim credit commensurate<br />
with the extent of their participation in the activity.”<br />
“AHRA The Association for Medical Imaging Management<br />
has approved this program for 16 hours of category A continuing<br />
education credit.”<br />
Mark A. Struthers, BBA, BSRT, RT(R)(MR), CMRT, CIIP<br />
Mark is an instructor for the Sanford-Brown<br />
Radiography Program.<br />
His experience in Medical imaging<br />
includes technological, management,<br />
education, and imaging<br />
informatics. His experience and<br />
expertise have made him a popular presenter at the<br />
local, state, and national level for many years. He is<br />
active in providing continuing education both as a lecturer<br />
and creator of home study programs.<br />
Credits<br />
Physicians - 16 hours AMA PRA Category 1<br />
Radiologic Technologists - 16 hours Category A, Direct<br />
Faculty<br />
Mark Struthers, BBA, BSRT, RT(R)(MR), CMRT, CIIP<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Houston, TX Feb 16-17 Sat-Sun Struthers<br />
Houston, TX Nov 23-24 Sat-Sun Struthers<br />
Fee $389 includes lecture and learning materials.<br />
Participants are responsible for housing and<br />
transportation.<br />
“<br />
This guy know his<br />
stuff, learning theory is<br />
one thing, having someone<br />
teach you how to<br />
use that information in<br />
practice is invaluable. A<br />
week-end well spent. ”<br />
Mike Martinez<br />
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Digital Technology<br />
Troubleshooting Digital Radiography Workshop<br />
Now that you have made the transition from analog to digital imaging, understand<br />
the fundamental concepts of CR/DR and how it works, what is the next challenge? The<br />
overwhelming response to this question is how do you make it work for you in clinical<br />
applications and what do you do when it doesn’t! It is all but impossible for any manufacturer<br />
to build a “one size fits all” factory program for equipment and technique that will<br />
fit any given facility.<br />
This workshop provides graphic demonstrations of digital technology and easy to<br />
understand explanations of digital radiography emphasizing: image acquisition, processing,<br />
post processing of images, artifacts and troubleshooting the system and images. This<br />
course is designed for technologist actively using digital imaging in clinical practice,<br />
administrators, educators, QC technologists, and those who wish to optimize their skill<br />
set working with digital imaging. There will be ample time during the workshop for group<br />
interaction and questions.<br />
Course Topics<br />
Day 1<br />
• What is a digital image and how it is created<br />
• Current status of digital imaging<br />
• Pixels, voxels, and matrices<br />
• Analog to digital conversion<br />
• Algorithms and Histograms<br />
• Storage and Display<br />
• Computed Radiography<br />
• Assessing the need for computed radiography vs.<br />
direct digital radiography<br />
• Your existing radiography equipment is it compatible?<br />
• Acquiring the image – Technique Dos and Don’ts<br />
• Understanding image acquisition and sensitivity numbers<br />
• Select speeds<br />
• Optimal digital techniques<br />
• ALARA<br />
• Photostimuable plates<br />
• Digital Readers (digitizer)<br />
• Software functions for images<br />
• Preprocessing<br />
• Post processing<br />
• Creating your own algorithms and expanding anatomic<br />
programming choices<br />
• Quality Assurance and troubleshooting your images –<br />
Artifacts and there meaning<br />
Day 2<br />
• Direct Digital Radiography Equipment<br />
• Types of Equipment from simple DDR to Digital<br />
Tomosynthesis<br />
• Digital Fluoroscopy<br />
• Image Receptors<br />
• Direct<br />
• Indirect<br />
• CCD<br />
• TFTs, photodiodes, and the active matrix<br />
• DDR QC<br />
• Digital monitors and workstations<br />
• The digital environment from the RIS to the PACS<br />
and the HER<br />
Target Audience<br />
Radiology department managers, administrators, directors,<br />
chief technologists, QA technologists, PACS<br />
administrators, and staff technologists who are preparing<br />
to enter the digital imaging marketplace and desire a<br />
thorough understanding of hardware and software issues<br />
as well as the network, connectivity, and evaluation procedures<br />
of digital.<br />
CME Credits<br />
The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited by the<br />
Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical <strong>Education</strong> to<br />
provide continuing medical education for physicians.<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates this<br />
educational activity for a maximum of 16 hours AMA PRA<br />
Category I. Physician should claim credit commensurate<br />
with the extent of their participation in the activity.”<br />
“AHRA The Association for Medical Imaging Management<br />
has approved this program for 16 hours of category A continuing<br />
education credit.”<br />
Credits<br />
Physicians - 16 hours AMA PRA Category 1<br />
Radiologic Technologists - 16 hours Category A, Direct<br />
New Course<br />
Mark A. Struthers, BBA, BSRT, RT(R)(MR), CMRT, CIIP<br />
Mark is an instructor for the Sanford-Brown<br />
Radiography Program.<br />
His experience in Medical imaging<br />
includes technological, management,<br />
education, and imaging<br />
informatics. His experience and<br />
expertise have made him a popular presenter at the<br />
local, state, and national level for many years. He is<br />
active in providing continuing education both as a lecturer<br />
and creator of home study programs.<br />
Faculty<br />
Mark Struthers, BBA, BSRT, RT(R)(MR), CMRT, CIIP<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Los Angeles, CA Apr 27-28 Sat-Sun Struthers<br />
Las Vegas, NV Mar 2-3 Sat-Sun Struthers<br />
Houston, TX Jun 22-23 Sat-Sun Struthers<br />
Houston, TX Sep 28-29 Sat-Sun Struthers<br />
Fee $389 includes lecture and learning materials.<br />
Participants are responsible for housing and<br />
transportation.<br />
“<br />
I have to admit this<br />
instructor has got to<br />
be one of your best. I<br />
could not stop<br />
raving about how much<br />
I learned and how great<br />
an instructor he is. ” Irene Mello<br />
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Digital Technology<br />
Digital Radiography and the<br />
ACR Practice Guidelines<br />
This new course will provide an excellent view into the world<br />
of digital imaging. The course will cover digital imaging beginning<br />
from its history to where we are today. Course topics include<br />
definition of terminology associated with digital imaging, factors<br />
which affect quality of the image and options as to how to view<br />
and transmit the final image. The course will discuss the components<br />
of a digital radiography system needing to be monitored by<br />
the quality assurance process at a facility. Also covered, will be<br />
key points of the ACR Practice Guideline for Digital Radiography.<br />
Join this well-known faculty member as she guides you down<br />
the pathway of digital radiography.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Image Acquisition<br />
• Image Display<br />
• Factors Affecting Image Quality<br />
• Quality Control<br />
• Positioning and Technique<br />
Faculty<br />
Leslie J. Stiff-Martin, BA, RT(R)(M), CRT(R)(M)(F)<br />
CE Credit 8 hours Category A<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
For dates and locations please go to: www.AHEConline.com<br />
Fee $159<br />
“<br />
The speaker was well prepared,<br />
informative on digital imaging<br />
and ACR guidelines. ” Ruth Grieco<br />
The Art and Science of<br />
Digital Imaging<br />
The use of film-screen imaging has gone from the overwhelming<br />
choice for hospitals and medical facilities in 1990’s in the<br />
United Sates to less than 4% utilization by these same facilities<br />
as of 2011. Training for the transition from film-screen radiography<br />
to digital imaging was often “on the job” as opposed to<br />
formal training.<br />
This presentation provides the working radiographer information<br />
which debunks the myths of digital and provides a platform<br />
of information to expand imaging skills, be more efficient, and<br />
optimize their imaging techniques.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Dispelling the “myths” of digital imaging<br />
• Creating a digital image<br />
• Your CR and DR<br />
• Optimizing Technique Selections<br />
• Factors Affecting Image Quality<br />
• Image Monitors and Ergonomics Matter<br />
Faculty<br />
Mark Struthers, BBA, BSRT, RT(R)(MR), CMRT, CIIP<br />
Lee Friedricks, BS, RT(R)(N), CNMT<br />
Andre Guillory, BSRS, RT(R)<br />
CE Credit 8 hours Category A<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
For dates and locations please go to: www.AHEConline.com<br />
Fee $129<br />
More Dates to <strong>Come</strong>!<br />
Check AHEConline.com for future dates and locations.<br />
Can’t Make it to Class?<br />
Call 800.239.1361 to schedule a partnership and bring this<br />
CE course to your facility.<br />
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Mammography<br />
Mammography Fellowship<br />
Initial MQSA Training Requirement for Mammography<br />
If you are looking for a comprehensive course on mammography skill training and<br />
enhancement, this is the course for you! You will cover every aspect of a mammography<br />
procedure required to meet initial training requirements as outlined by MQSA . The<br />
topics covered will include anatomy and physiology, hands-on positioning lab, film critique<br />
sessions and clinical participation. Quality control, pathology, special procedures<br />
and imaging the augmented breast are a must for the new mammography technologist<br />
and will be covered in detail as highlights in this class. The instructional material provided<br />
is a great resource once you return to the workplace.<br />
This practical approach to learning mammography is applicable to all technologists<br />
performing mammography. Professional liability insurance is provided for on-site clinical<br />
rotations. Clinical dress codes apply for the clinical rotations. ARRT certification and/or<br />
a fully unrestricted state license are required for admission to the training. Registration<br />
must be received at three weeks in advance for Option 2 to assure clinical rotation sites.<br />
This course has been evaluated and meets the 40 contact hour initial training requirements<br />
as mandated by the MQSA standards for the FDA. You will also receive 32 hours<br />
Category A credit. This course meets the guidelines for states requiring special education<br />
for mammography.<br />
**Participants in this class who will be performing clinical examinations in a digital mammography department or wish to meet initial<br />
requirements in digital mammography must register for the Monday digital mammographers course following the fellowship.<br />
Training Options<br />
In April, 1999, the final rules of the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) became effective that required entry<br />
level training for mammography including the performance of 25 patient procedures under the super-vision of a qualified<br />
mammographer. <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. will accomplish this through two training options listed below.<br />
Option 1<br />
Facilities may supervise the MQSA required 25 patient procedures for their employees following the didactic program. The<br />
supervising clinical faculty must be a RT(R)(M) meeting MQSA requirements. Supervising clinical faculty must submit proof<br />
of meeting MQSA requirements to <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong>. Supervising clinical faculty will be required to supervise, document and<br />
return original clinical evaluation forms for students to complete the course. Credentials of clinical faculty must be presented to<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> and approved to implement this option. A form will be faxed to the facility for credential presentation.<br />
Clinical Fellowship requires students to meet hospital and imaging center requirements. You will be advised in advance of<br />
clinical requirements.<br />
Option 2<br />
Radiologic Technologists who enter the training on their own will require a clinical site to acquire the 25 patient procedures.<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> can provide a limited number of clinical training sites with qualified clinical faculty and student<br />
liability insurance for patient care activities. Students desiring this option should be registered and paid two weeks in<br />
advance of the class. It will require you to spend 6 days for the class, as follows:<br />
***For either Option 1 or Option 2 if your department is digital, the Monday course is mandatory so that the student will meet<br />
MQSA requirement for 8 hours of modality specific training before performing digital mammography unless they have previously<br />
obtained 8 hours of initial training in digital mammography. You must register for this class in addition to the fellowship.<br />
Class description continued on following page.<br />
Susan Sprinkle-Vincent, AAS, RT(R)(M)<br />
Susan is an internationally known<br />
expert in the field of mammography<br />
with years of experience performing<br />
and teaching mammography. She was<br />
previously an instructor associated<br />
with the continuing education program<br />
cosponsored by the National Cancer Institute and<br />
American College of Radiology. Susan was the Project<br />
Director of Mammography at the University of Texas<br />
M.D. Anderson Cancer Clinic. She joined the AHEC<br />
team in 2000 to expand the mammography educational<br />
services and to build a new division to assist AHEC’s clients<br />
with mammography consulting services. Susan is<br />
widely known for her expertise in the clinical aspects of<br />
mammography and her technical skills. She continues<br />
to actively teach technologists, residents, and physicians<br />
the finer details of this highly technical field. Susan’s<br />
desire to share her knowledge with others has led to<br />
another amazing experience at AHEC.<br />
AHEC Success Story<br />
“I just wanted to say thank you again for the<br />
wonderful experience that I received from<br />
you. I have to be honest, coming into this I<br />
wasn’t really sure that this was going to be<br />
for me. I was simply doing it because my coworker<br />
will be retiring and we had no one else<br />
to do mammography. After sitting in that class<br />
and listening to you and all of your helpful &<br />
wonderful knowledge about mammography,<br />
you changed my mind!!! I am absolutely<br />
certain that this is for me!! You have given me<br />
a new outlook on mammography and I now<br />
want to be out there doing this for women and<br />
like you said “saving lives every day”!!<br />
Thank you so much for everything!!”<br />
Alicia Falsetta, RT(R)<br />
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Mammography<br />
Mammography Fellowship (continued from page 39)<br />
Fellowship Course Topics<br />
Day 1 (Thursday)<br />
• Introductions<br />
• Physics of Mammography<br />
• Introduction to Analog Quality Control<br />
- The Eleven Technologist Quality Control Tests<br />
- Performing, Documenting & Evaluating the Results<br />
- Operating Levels and Limits<br />
Day 2 (Friday)<br />
• Fundamentals of Mammography Part I<br />
- Risk Factors<br />
- Signs and Symptoms<br />
- Patient <strong>Education</strong>/Clinical History<br />
- Anatomy and Physiology<br />
• Fundamentals of Mammography Part II<br />
- Equipment Applications<br />
- Mammography Positioning & Compression<br />
— Routine Views<br />
— Supplemental Views<br />
— Magnification<br />
— Tailoring the Examination<br />
Day 3 (Saturday)<br />
• Positioning Continued<br />
- Imaging the Male Breast<br />
- Imaging the Augmented Breast<br />
- Imaging the Postoperative and<br />
Reconstructed Breast<br />
- Clinical Image Evaluation<br />
- Mammography Laboratory Hands-On<br />
Skill Development<br />
Day 4 (Sunday)<br />
• Image Evaluation/<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> Procedures/Pathology<br />
- Image Critique<br />
- Special Procedures<br />
— Needle Localization<br />
— Specimen Radiography<br />
— Glactography/Pneumocystogram<br />
— Introduction to Stereotatic Core Biopsy<br />
- Pathology<br />
- Anatomy, Pathology and<br />
Positioning Review<br />
Faculty<br />
Susan Sprinkle-Vincent, AAS, RT(R)(M)<br />
Sharon Glaze, MS<br />
Day 5 (Monday)<br />
• Clinical rotation for option 2 if not taking<br />
digital class on Monday<br />
Day 6 (Tuesday)<br />
• Clinical rotation. for option 2<br />
Day 7 (Wednesday)<br />
• Clinical rotation for Option 2 if taking digital class on<br />
Monday.<br />
Required Textbook<br />
Mammographic Imaging: A Practical Guide<br />
by Valerie Andolina & Shelly Lille<br />
Recommended Textbook(s)<br />
Appleton & Lange Mammography Review<br />
by Olive Peart<br />
Books are not included in tuition.<br />
CE Credit:<br />
32 Category A Direct credit<br />
Film Screen and Digital: 40 Category A Direct<br />
MQSA: 48 contact hours<br />
Certificate of completion will be awarded following completion<br />
of the 25 supervised mammograms<br />
**No CE credit is awarded for clinical hours<br />
Total Mammography Program:<br />
Fellowship Only - 32 hours CE + 16 contact hours = 48 clock hrs<br />
Fellowship + Digital - 40 hours CE + 16 contact hours = 56 clock hrs<br />
The appropriate CE credit and a certificate of completion are<br />
awarded at the completion of the theory and the clinical classroom<br />
in which 25 patient procedures are supervised by qualified<br />
clinical faculty. It is assumed that the 25 procedures can be<br />
accomplished within 16 clock hours of clinical training. The<br />
16 hours must be accomplished within 14 working days following<br />
the conclusion of the theory portion of the class. Clinical<br />
competency forms will be provided to the student and mastery<br />
of clinical and performance objectives must be achieved to<br />
receive a final certificate award. The original forms must be<br />
returned to <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> with a signature by the supervising<br />
mammography technologist.<br />
Clinical Facilities<br />
See page 55 for clinical fellowship information.<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> Clinical Facilities<br />
in Houston; Qualified mammographers act as clinical<br />
faculty at the following designated centers:<br />
• Memorial Hermann Southwest<br />
• MD Anderson Cancer <strong>Center</strong><br />
• St. Joseph’s Medical <strong>Center</strong><br />
• Oak Bend Medical <strong>Center</strong><br />
• The Breast <strong>Center</strong> - OGA<br />
• Breast Diagnostic Clinic-Clear Lake<br />
***Students are responsible for their own transportation<br />
to and from clinical facilities.<br />
***Students are responsible for proper clinical attire.<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Option 1<br />
Houston, TX Jan 17-20 Thurs-Sun Sprinkle-Vincent<br />
Houston, TX Apr 18-21 Thurs-Sun Sprinkle-Vincent<br />
Houston, TX Jul 18-21 Thurs-Sun Sprinkle-Vincent<br />
Houston, TX Oct 17-20 Thurs-Sun Sprinkle-Vincent<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Option 2/Fellowship<br />
Houston, TX Jan 17-23 Thurs-Wed Sprinkle-Vincent<br />
Houston, TX Apr 18-24 Thurs-Wed Sprinkle-Vincent<br />
Houston, TX Jul 18-24 Thurs-Wed Sprinkle-Vincent<br />
Houston, TX Oct 17-23 Thurs-Wed Sprinkle-Vincent<br />
Fees<br />
Option 1 - Class $1,100<br />
Option 2 - Class $1,100, Clinical $450<br />
Option 2 - Liability insurance, background check- $105<br />
Digital Option - $189<br />
California provider #RHB037<br />
Florida provider #3200556<br />
Illinois sponsor ID#77006AHE<br />
Digital Mammography and<br />
Clinical Applications<br />
****This day is mandatory for technologist who will be<br />
practicing digital mammography unless they have previously<br />
obtained 8 hours of initial training in digital mammography<br />
or is optional for the technologist that wishes to<br />
meet initial requirements of digital mammography.<br />
Course Topics<br />
See page 44 for description of this course<br />
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Mammography<br />
Digital Mammography and Clinical Applications<br />
<strong>Come</strong> with us as we explore the mammographers world in this updated digital mammography<br />
course designed just for the professional mammographer! Join the AHEC<br />
faculty for a day of information designed to help you meet the challenges of digital mammography.<br />
Gain valuable information about digital mammography quality control and<br />
understand what those QC numbers really mean in the automated world of quality control.<br />
Take a look at the theory and physics of this fabulous technology. Discuss your<br />
digital mammography positioning challenges and learn how to work with them. Learn<br />
how to recognize digital mammography artifacts and what causes them. Brush up on your<br />
pathology recognition skills and round out the day learning about clinical applications<br />
from positioning to mechanical to software issues. <strong>Come</strong> to learn and return to work<br />
with a renewed sense of pride for the wonderful job you do every day as you save lives one<br />
patient at a time!<br />
Course Topics<br />
Digital Mammography Basics<br />
• Current Statistics/MQSA News<br />
Digital Mammography Theory and Physics<br />
• Detector Technology<br />
• Image Capture<br />
• DR vs. CR<br />
• Image Processing/Image Storage<br />
• Tubes and Filters<br />
Positioning<br />
• Clinical Applications<br />
• Positioning on DR Detectors<br />
• Detector Field of View<br />
• Shifting Paddles/Tilting Paddles<br />
Digital Artifacts<br />
• Patient artifacts/Detector artifacts/<br />
Processing artifacts<br />
• CR vs. DR artifacts<br />
Digital Mammography Quality Control -<br />
What do These QC Numbers Mean?<br />
• Detector Calibration/Phantom Image Quality<br />
• Artifact Evaluation<br />
• MTF/SNR & CNR<br />
• Compression/Repeat/Reject<br />
• Monitors/Printers<br />
• System operation/visual checklist<br />
Clinical Applications<br />
• Software /Hardware<br />
• Positioning/Mechanical<br />
Pathology of the Breast in the Digital World<br />
• Digital pathology characteristics<br />
• Invasive breast cancers/Calcifications in the hunt<br />
for breast cancer<br />
• Case studies<br />
Faculty<br />
Susan Sprinkle-Vincent, AAS, RT(R)(M)<br />
CE Credit 8 Category A, Direct MQSA Digital<br />
Florida provider # 3200556<br />
California provider #RHB037<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Houston, TX Jan 21 Mon Sprinkle-Vincent<br />
Houston, TX Apr 22 Mon Sprinkle-Vincent<br />
Houston, TX Jul 22 Mon Sprinkle-Vincent<br />
Houston, TX Oct 21 Mon Sprinkle-Vincent<br />
Fee $189<br />
New Course<br />
“<br />
This was the best<br />
conference I have ever<br />
attended. I loved the<br />
small group setting<br />
which allowed for more<br />
open and detailed<br />
discussions related<br />
to my specific issues. ”<br />
Deb Grandmont, RT(R)(M)<br />
Getting New Digital Equipment?<br />
This course is available for on-site training at your facility.<br />
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Mammography<br />
A Workshop for Mammographers:<br />
When Only the Best Will Do<br />
Say “Hello” to your future. Mammography is a splendid profession. You love what you<br />
do and know you make a difference. Every passionate mammographer will be interested<br />
in AHEC’s two day workshop for the experts. You will be engaged with the topics of<br />
“What do those QC numbers mean?” with an in-depth look at 2D digital quality control.<br />
You can enhance your pathology identification skills about the characteristics of masses,<br />
calcifications and scars. You will learn about the amazing new technology of digital breast<br />
tomosynthesis.<br />
On day 2 you will take what you know about what works and what does not in positioning<br />
and add fresh new ideas about the routine views and views beyond the CC and MLO.<br />
The patient’s favorite question of “Don’t you have that mammography machine that does<br />
not use compression?” is answered with the complementary modalities for mammography.<br />
A unique insight for mammography around the globe will have you saying “ah-ha” as you<br />
investigate statistics, skill levels, and image quality.<br />
Join us for this workshop and your imagination will be challenged. You will be invigorated<br />
and gain a new sense of power and passion for your role in saving lives every day<br />
knowing that only the best will do!<br />
Day 1 - Course Topics<br />
• History of Mammography and the<br />
Hunt for Breast Cancer<br />
• Pathology Workshop<br />
• 2 D-Digital Mammography Quality Control-<br />
What Do Those QC Numbers Mean?<br />
• 3 D Mammography-Digital Breast Tomosynthesis<br />
Day 2 - Course Topics<br />
• Expert Positioning in the Real World<br />
• Positioning Beyond the CC and MLO Views<br />
• Mammography Around The Globe<br />
• Don’t You Have that Mammography Machine<br />
that Doesn’t <strong>Us</strong>e Compression???<br />
• Mammography Champions!<br />
Faculty<br />
Susan Sprinkle-Vincent, R.T.(R)(M)<br />
Deborah Ann Thames, RT(R)(M)(QM)<br />
CE Credit 15 Category A, Direct<br />
This workshop will provide mammographers with 15 hours<br />
of mammography specific MQSA CE credits<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Las Vegas, NV May 17-18 Fri-Sat Sprinkle-Vincent<br />
Houston, TX Jun 10-11 Mon-Tues Sprinkle-Vincent<br />
Fee $389<br />
“<br />
Thank you for making<br />
your seminars extremely<br />
beneficial and<br />
enjoyable. ” Melinda Lopez<br />
Consulting<br />
Services<br />
3 Mammography<br />
3 Ultrasound<br />
3 AHEC Cardiovascular<br />
Ultrasound Services<br />
3 PACS/Digital Technology<br />
3 Quality Assurance<br />
3 Custom Training and<br />
Applications<br />
3 Accreditation Services<br />
Also Presenting Courses On-Tour<br />
Mammography Professional Continuing <strong>Education</strong> Courses<br />
See them at www.aheconline.com<br />
3 Mammography: A Method to the Madness 3 Mammography: A Specialty for Champions<br />
3 Breast Imaging Tools in the Post-Treated Breast 3 Mammography: Saving Lives Everyday<br />
3 Mammography Mission: Early Detection 3 Mammographer’s Toolbox<br />
3 Mammography: Pink Ribbons and Passion 3 Mammography: Take This Job & Love It!<br />
3 The Perfect Mammogram - Luck or Skill?<br />
Any of these course can be brought to your facility in an<br />
<strong>Education</strong>al Partnership<br />
Register @ www.AHEConline.com<br />
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Mammography<br />
Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT)<br />
(meets requirements for technologist initial training)<br />
<strong>Come</strong> spend the day learning the new digital mammography application that is<br />
expected to show an increase in breast cancer detection and reduce call back rates. The<br />
day is filled with interesting new information on Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT).<br />
We will cover the DBT technology, mammography technologist quality control testing,<br />
clinical applications and more. While 2D mammography has its benefits over analog<br />
there is still the issue of superimposed tissue which can obscure structures. This unique<br />
modality demonstrates breast tissue without overlying structures by imaging the breast<br />
in thin cross sectional slices. You don’t want to miss this day of education and get in on<br />
the ground floor of knowledge regarding this fascinating new modality. This seminar<br />
provides 8 hours<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Theory and Technology Part I<br />
- Review of Digital Technology<br />
- Our Evolving Mammography Equipment<br />
• Theory and Technology Part II<br />
- Angle of Arc<br />
- Reconstruction<br />
- Projection/Co-registration<br />
- Modes<br />
• FDA Submitted Clinical Trail/Tomosynthesis<br />
Unit Applications<br />
• Connectivity<br />
• Site Readiness/Reimbursement<br />
• Radiation Dose Considerations<br />
• Technologist QC for DBT<br />
• Pathology Findings and Beyond<br />
Faculty<br />
Leslie J. Stiff-Martin, BA, RT(R)(M), CRT(R)(M)(F)<br />
Deborah Thames, RT(R)(M)(QM)<br />
Susan Sprinkle-Vincent, R.T.(R)(M)<br />
Mary Ann Coleman, RT(R)(M)<br />
CE Credit 8 hours, Category A, Direct MQSA Digital<br />
“<br />
Deborah was fantastic! Great<br />
speaker and presentation.<br />
” Mary Benedict<br />
“<br />
Gained useful insight into technologists<br />
role in mammography.<br />
” William Kelleher<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Fresno, CA Jan 12 Sat Stiff-Martin<br />
Greensboro, NC Jan 12 Sat Merton<br />
Shreveport, LA Feb 9 Sat Thames<br />
Wichita, KS Feb 23 Sat Sprinkle-Vincent<br />
Santa Barbara (Goleta), CA Mar 9 Sat Stiff-Martin<br />
San Antonio,TX Mar 9 Sat Thames<br />
Spokane, WA Mar 16 Sat Thames<br />
Atlanta (College Park), GA Apr 6 Sat Merton<br />
Houston, TX May 4 Sat Sprinkle-Vincent<br />
Seattle, WA May 18 Sat Stiff-Martin<br />
Houston, TX Dec 7 Sat Thames<br />
For additional fall dates and locations please go to:<br />
www.AHEConline.com<br />
Fee $189<br />
Deborah Ann Thames, RT(R)(M)(QM)<br />
Deborah is a mammography<br />
technologist at the M.D. Anderson<br />
Cancer <strong>Center</strong> in Houston,<br />
TX where she is responsible for<br />
screening and diagnostic mammography,<br />
stereotactic core biopsies,<br />
and digital mammography. In addition to working<br />
on the Mobile Transit Mammography Unit, she excels<br />
at routine and fluoroscopic diagnostic procedures in<br />
diagnostic radiology. Deborah received her radiologic<br />
technologist certificate from Stephen W. Brown School<br />
of Radiology in Augusta, Georgia. She also has a degree<br />
in mathematics from Augusta Technical College and a<br />
degree in chemistry from Aiken Technology Institute.<br />
Susan Sprinkle-Vincent, AAS, RT(R)(M)<br />
Susan is an internationally known<br />
expert in the field of mammography<br />
with years of experience<br />
performing and teaching mammography.<br />
She was previously an<br />
instructor associated with the continuing<br />
education program cosponsored by the National<br />
Cancer Institute and American College of Radiology.<br />
Susan was the Project Director of Mammography at the<br />
University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Clinic. She<br />
joined the AHEC team in 2000 to expand the mammography<br />
educational services and to build a new division<br />
to assist AHEC’s clients with mammography consulting<br />
services. Susan is widely known for her expertise in<br />
the clinical aspects of mammography and her technical<br />
skills. She continues to actively teach technologists, residents,<br />
and physicians the finer details of this highly technical<br />
field. Susan’s desire to share her knowledge with<br />
others has led to another amazing experience at AHEC.<br />
Leslie Stiff-Martin, BA, RT(R)(M)<br />
Leslie is an experienced radiographer<br />
with a diverse background in<br />
education, management, and consulting.<br />
She has been a mammography<br />
instructor since 1990. Leslie<br />
teaches at Cabrillo College in California<br />
where she has created a number of radiography<br />
programs and curricula including the JCERT approved<br />
Radiology/Mammography Program. In addition to her<br />
teaching and consulting duties, Leslie is very active<br />
in the California State Society and presents programs<br />
around the U.S. for <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>.<br />
Mary Ann Coleman, RT(R)(M)<br />
Mary Ann is a Mammography<br />
Consultant based out of Binghamton,<br />
NY. Previously she worked<br />
for Hologic, Inc. as a Women’s<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Specialist and a Senior<br />
Applications Specialist. Ms. Coleman’s<br />
primary responsibility is working with Radiologists,<br />
Surgeons, and Mammography Technologists on<br />
the clinical utilization of all the Breast Imaging products,<br />
including Digital Breast Tomosynthesis. She<br />
has additional experience teaching stereotactic breast<br />
biopsy for Fischer Industries. Mary Ann has over 10<br />
years in Interventional radiology and 25 years in the<br />
Breast Imaging field and had joined AHEC’s mammography<br />
faculty to share her knowledge and expertise.<br />
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Mammography<br />
Digital Mammography and the<br />
ACR Practice Guidelines<br />
This new course will provide an excellent view into the world<br />
of digital mammography. The course will cover the incredible<br />
voyage mammography took into the digital mammography world.<br />
The foundation of digital mammography will be discussed including<br />
each area of digital imaging, image display, storage, transmission<br />
and retrieval. Quality control recommendations for digital<br />
mammography and the ACR Practice Guidelines will be covered<br />
in detail. The voyage will travel into the advanced breast imaging<br />
modalities associated with digital mammography and then take<br />
you on a deeper voyage of breast pathology. Please join this wellknown<br />
faculty member as she guides you down the pathway of<br />
digital mammography.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• An Incredible Voyage – Hx of Breast Imaging<br />
• Why Digital? – Some Pros and Cons of Digital Mammography<br />
• NCI DMIST – Key Points<br />
• What Does The MQSA Have To Say About Digital Mammography?<br />
• The Foundation<br />
• ACR Practice Guidelines Made Simple<br />
• Positioning and Technique Considerations<br />
• Mammographic Pathology of the Breast<br />
Faculty<br />
Leslie J. Stiff-Martin, BA, RT(R)(M), CRT(R)(M)(F)<br />
CE Credit 8 hours, Category A, Direct MQSA Digital<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
For dates and locations please go to: www.AHEConline.com<br />
Fee $189<br />
“<br />
This is my second time with Leslie-very<br />
great. I enjoy her speaking manner and enthusiasm.<br />
Leslie is very knowledgeable and it is<br />
nice to see a familiar face. ”<br />
Sally Greenwood-Durio<br />
Stereotactic Breast Biopsy<br />
Providing quality mammographic exams requires skill and<br />
knowledge beyond positioning and technique! The stereotactic<br />
core biopsy is both fast, accurate and highly technologist dependent.<br />
There is a 100% correlation between stereotactic biopsies<br />
and surgical biopsies in the diagnosis of two early stage conditions,<br />
atypical ductal hyperplasia (ADH) and ductal carcinoma<br />
in situ (DCIS). This course examines the procedure and explains<br />
imaging theory, techniques, equipment, and why the procedure<br />
is available at 1,200 hospitals, clinics, and breast centers in the<br />
United States. A seasoned mammography/stereotactic technologist<br />
will guide you through the step by step procedure and assist<br />
you with troubleshooting and other important aspects of this<br />
unique life saving biopsy method.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• History of Stereotactic Biopsy<br />
• Roles and Responsibilities<br />
- Mammographer<br />
- Radiologist<br />
- Physicist<br />
- Referring physician<br />
• Principles of Stereotactic core biopsy<br />
• Equipment<br />
- Dedicated<br />
- Add-on units<br />
• Biopsy Devices<br />
• Step-by-step Procedure<br />
• Quality Control<br />
• Accreditation<br />
• MRI Stereotactic Biopsy<br />
• Specimen Radiography<br />
Faculty<br />
Deborah Thames, RT(R)(M)(QM)<br />
CE Credit 8 Category A, Direct<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Houston, TX Jun 1 Sat Thames<br />
Houston, TX Nov 2 Sat Thames<br />
Fee $189<br />
“<br />
Deborah was wonderfully engaging and made<br />
the course very enjoyable and informative. ”<br />
Loretta Savage<br />
More Dates to <strong>Come</strong>!<br />
Check AHEConline.com for future<br />
dates and locations.<br />
Register @ www.AHEConline.com<br />
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Mammography<br />
Breast Ultrasound for Mammographers<br />
The importance of ultrasound as an adjunct procedure to mammography is well documented.<br />
The normal anatomy, physiology, and pathologic conditions evaluated by ultrasound<br />
will be the basis of this educational activity. The increased utilization of breast<br />
ultrasound requires clinicians to integrate the fundamentals of sonography and mammography<br />
to enhance the value of breast ultrasound. The course combines classroom<br />
learning with practical hands-on scanning to maximize the learning experience. Ultrasound-guided<br />
interventional procedures and examination of breast implants will be<br />
discussed. Case studies will be utilized to correlate the mammogram with the breast<br />
ultrasound, and to recognize breast ultrasound artifacts.<br />
Objectives<br />
At the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Describe the role of breast ultrasound as an adjunct to mammography in the evaluation of breast disease<br />
• Identify and display appropriate normal anatomy and orientation in the ultrasound field of view<br />
• Describe basic scanning protocols<br />
• Correlate areas of suspicion on the ultrasound and mammogram<br />
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the equipment knobology<br />
• Choose the correct transducer for the ultrasound examination<br />
• Successfully complete a basic breast ultrasound examination following correct patient preparation and procedure<br />
protocols<br />
• Identify breast ultrasound artifacts and methods utilized to reduce their occurrence<br />
• Be able to identify sources and research reference materials for additional information on breast ultrasound<br />
Course Topics<br />
Day 1<br />
• Why Breast Ultrasound? Advantages/Disadvantages<br />
• History of Breast Ultrasound<br />
• Physics<br />
• Positioning<br />
• Knobology/Ergonomics<br />
• Breast Anatomy & Physiology<br />
• Benign vs. Malignant<br />
• Levels of Suspicion<br />
• Scanning Technique<br />
• Annotation<br />
• Hands On Scan Lab<br />
Day 2<br />
• Ultrasound/ Mammogram Correlation<br />
• Pathology<br />
• Implants<br />
• Invasive Procedures<br />
• Imaging Post Surgical Breast<br />
• Complementary Imaging<br />
• Future Applications<br />
• Hand On Scan Lab<br />
• Mammography Positioning<br />
• Elastography<br />
Target Audience<br />
Physicians seeking entry level information in breast<br />
ultrasound. Sonographers, mammographers or other<br />
health professionals learning breast ultrasound or cross<br />
training.<br />
CME Credits<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited<br />
by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical<br />
<strong>Education</strong> to provide continuing medical education for<br />
physicians.<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> designates this<br />
educational activity for a maximum of 16 hours AMA<br />
PRA Category I. Physician should claim credit commensurate<br />
with the extent of their participation in the<br />
activity.”<br />
“The Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers allows<br />
13.5 hours CE Credit.”<br />
Faculty<br />
Deborah Borst, RT(R)(M), BS, RDMS,<br />
(OB/GYN, AB, BR, NE), RVT(VT)<br />
Rhoda Reading, RT(R), RDMS (Abd, BR, OB/GYN)<br />
All Faculty, <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>. No relevant<br />
financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Recommended Textbook<br />
The Practice of Breast Ultrasound by Madjar<br />
Class Size<br />
Class size is limited to maximize personal instruction<br />
between instructor and student. All instruction is<br />
instructor directed.<br />
Equipment<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> utilizes a variety of ultrasound equipment.<br />
We are fortunate to have many different units<br />
at one time in our laboratory. Each class includes basic<br />
equipment utilization. The class does not include applications<br />
training for a specific brand of equipment. This<br />
is best accomplished by your equipment manufacturer.<br />
New Course<br />
“<br />
Course has been very<br />
informative. Staff is very<br />
knowledgeable and they<br />
provided a great binder<br />
of information. ” Tashie Peavy<br />
Dates/Locations (All held in Houston, TX)<br />
Jun 22- 23 Sat-Sun Borst<br />
Sep 7-8 Sat-Sun Borst<br />
Jan 26-27 Sat-Sun Borst<br />
Fee $1,152 includes lecture, scanning laboratory<br />
instruction with models, and supplies for the classroom<br />
and laboratory. Students are responsible for textbooks,<br />
housing, and transportation.<br />
Faculty Disclosure<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd. adheres to<br />
ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding<br />
industry support of CME. Speakers will disclose any<br />
relevant commercial relationships prior to the start of the<br />
educational activity.<br />
Non-faculty, including committee members and administrative<br />
personnel involved in the planning, development<br />
or production of the sponsored activity and/or authorship<br />
or review of enduring materials do not have any relevant<br />
financial interest to disclose.<br />
AHEC Faculty<br />
Deborah Borst, RT(R)(M), BS, RDMS,<br />
(OB/GYN, AB, BR, NE), RVT(VT)<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
Rhoda Reading, RT(R), RDMS (Abd, BR, OB/GYN)<br />
No relevant financial relationships to disclose.<br />
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Computed Tomography<br />
CT Fellowship<br />
Computed Tomography Imaging is an integral part of high complexity imaging in Radiology.<br />
You can be ready to start an exciting new phase of your career through training<br />
for this modality. Understanding the principles, theory and console skills is necessary for<br />
decision making, patient care, and independent judgment. You can learn the sectional<br />
anatomy, computer operations, imaging protocols, and physics from the experts. Practical<br />
applications and clinical rotations are key ingredients to completing your training. You can<br />
choose the right combination of events to match your educational needs. Week one of the<br />
training covers principles and practice. Weeks two and three are clinical rotations. Invest<br />
in your future and advance your career.<br />
This three-week modular course is designed to introduce the technologist to computerized<br />
tomography principles and practice. Classroom instruction will include history and<br />
development of CT, basic physics, instrumentation, technique and protocols, positioning,<br />
sectional anatomy, Venipuncture, oral and IV contrast, safety considerations, and nonroutine<br />
studies.<br />
Clinical training will provide the fellowship technologist with 40 hours per week of<br />
observation and hands-on instruction in local hospital settings. The clinical experience is<br />
designed to enhance and reinforce the principles studied during the week of theory.<br />
Bettye G. Wilson, MAEd, RT(R)(CT), RDMS, FASRT<br />
Bettye is an associate professor of<br />
radiologic sciences at the University<br />
of Alabama at Birmingham,<br />
School of <strong>Health</strong> Related Professions.<br />
Her faculty duties include<br />
courses in cross-sectional anatomy<br />
and ethics and basic law. Bettye is also coordinator and<br />
course master for the advanced imaging concentrations<br />
in computed tomography and diagnostic medical ultrasound.<br />
At present, Bettye serves on the Editorial Review<br />
Board of Radiologic Technology. She is currently serving<br />
as President of the ARRT Board of Trustees. Bettye is<br />
the author of several articles and a book, and has lectured<br />
extensively at the state, national, and international<br />
levels. She is also a Trustee of the American Registry of<br />
Radiologic Technologists.<br />
Course Topics<br />
Week 1 - Theory (total 32 hours)<br />
4 hours - History and Instrumentation<br />
8 Hours - Basic Physics and Principles<br />
8 Hours - Protocols and Contrast Media<br />
8 Hours - Sectional Anatomy, Image Correlation<br />
4 hours - Non-routine Studies and Review<br />
CE Credit 32 Hours<br />
Weeks 2, 3 - Clinical Rotation<br />
Technologists enrolling in clinical rotations are required<br />
to complete the theory portion of the fellowship course<br />
prior to being allowed to attend clinical rotations. 40<br />
hours of clinical rotations (Monday-Friday) each week will<br />
give each fellowship technologist the opportunity to experience<br />
a wide array of exams, be tutored by experienced<br />
CT professionals who provide insights, advice, and help<br />
you get the most out of your training. 80 hours total<br />
Certificate of completion rewarded reflecting clinical hours completed.<br />
** No CE is awarded for clinical hours<br />
Due to the amount of information course attendees must<br />
process, it is important to read over the recommended text<br />
outside of the classroom setting. This allows the attendees<br />
to ask any questions related to the material of the course<br />
faculty. AHEC continually strives to provide the highest<br />
quality continuing education for students. It is our goal<br />
to ensure that fellowship attendees learn the material<br />
required to perform the duties of a CT technologist.<br />
Location: Houston, TX<br />
CE Credit 32 Category A Indirect Theory,<br />
certificate of completion awarded reflecting clinical hours<br />
completed.<br />
Faculty<br />
Bettye Wilson, MAEd, RT(R)(CT), RDMS, FASRT<br />
Required Textbook<br />
Computed Tomography by Seeram<br />
Recommended Textbook<br />
Sectional Anatomy by Kelley & Peterson<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Theory Week<br />
Houston, TX Mar 7-10 Thu-Sun Wilson<br />
Houston, TX Oct 17-20 Thu-Sun Wilson<br />
CT Fellowship-Clinical Week 1<br />
Houston, TX Mar 11-15 Mon-Fri Wilson<br />
Houston, TX Oct 21-25 Mon-Fri Wilson<br />
CT Fellowship-Clinical Week 2<br />
Houston, TX Mar 18-22 Mon-Fri Wilson<br />
Houston, TX Oct 28-Nov 1 Mon-Fri Wilson<br />
Fees<br />
$995 for CT Theory<br />
$625 for each clinical week 1 and 2<br />
$105 for Liability Insurance for Clinical Rotation,<br />
Professional License and Background Checks<br />
$2,350 for complete three-week course<br />
Clinical Prerequisites<br />
See page 53 for clinical fellowship information.<br />
Register @ www.AHEConline.com<br />
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Computed Tomography<br />
Be All That You Can Be In CT<br />
Since most CT technologists have been cross-trained into the modality by other CT<br />
technologists, the level of effective knowledge can decrease with each generation of CT<br />
technologist. Rooted from the technical and clinical applications of CT, this course will<br />
illustrate how you can optimize your daily performance through a better understanding<br />
of the optimal use of technologist-controlled CT system parameters, radiation reduction,<br />
minimizing artifacts and producing quality images. This course also includes topics of<br />
interest on patient care and contrast media administration as well as other related topics<br />
for a well-rounded CT course. If you want to be a more effective and better educated CT<br />
technologist then this course is for you.<br />
New Course<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Technologist-Controlled-CT Parameters<br />
• Optimizing Image Quality<br />
• CT Physics and Instrumentation:<br />
Basics of Data Processing and Image Display<br />
• Artifacts<br />
• Dose Considerations<br />
• Contrast media<br />
• Patient care<br />
Faculty<br />
Brad Holmer, AS, RT(R)(CT)<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Raleigh (Morrisville), NC Feb 16 Holmer<br />
Fee $159<br />
More Dates to <strong>Come</strong>!<br />
Check AHEConline.com for future<br />
dates and locations.<br />
CE Credit 8 hours, Category A<br />
Can’t Make it to Class?<br />
Call 800.239.1361 to schedule a partnership and<br />
bring this course to your facility.<br />
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MRI Fellowship<br />
Magnetic Resonance Imaging is one of the fastest evolving and exciting fields in medical<br />
imaging. MRI has evolved to include cardiac MRI and functional MRI. You can be part of this<br />
growing field with didactic (classroom) training and practical clinical rotations. The marriage of<br />
a solid theoretical background combined with clinical experience is the preparation needed to<br />
enter this field. The practical applications and clinical rotations are key ingredients to completing<br />
the training. You can choose the right combination of events to match your needs. The first<br />
component of training is theory, with weeks two through four available for clinical rotations.<br />
Invest in your future and advance your career.<br />
Course Topics<br />
Week 1 – Theory (total 32 hours)<br />
• 20 hours Fundamentals of image formation/<br />
instrumentation/safety/physics of NMR<br />
• 12 hours Basic Pulse Sequences/Protocols/<br />
Image Analysis<br />
CE Credit 32 Hours<br />
Weeks 2,3,4 – Clinical Rotation<br />
40 hours of clinical rotations (Monday-Friday) each week will give<br />
each student the opportunity to experience a wide array of exams,<br />
be tutored by experienced MR professionals who provide insights,<br />
advice, and help you get the most out of your training. Certificate<br />
of Completion awarded reflecting clinical hours completed..<br />
**No CE credit is awarded for clinical hours<br />
This concentrated four-week modular course is designed<br />
to introduce many aspects of MRI operation in a practical<br />
format focused to promote understanding of concepts integrated<br />
with “hands on experience”. Course topics include<br />
computer operation, technical aspects of MR imaging,<br />
fundamental evaluation of cross-sectional anatomy, and<br />
image formation. The learning process is monitored and<br />
continuous.<br />
Due to the amount of information course attendees must<br />
process, it is important to read over course materials and<br />
required and recommended text outside of the classroom<br />
setting. This allows the attendees to ask any questions<br />
related to the material of the course faculty. AHEC continually<br />
strives to provide the highest quality continuing<br />
education for students. It is our goal to ensure that fellowship<br />
attendees learn the material required to perform the<br />
duties of a MRI technologist.<br />
Location: Houston, TX<br />
CE Credit 32 Category A Indirect Theory, certificate of<br />
completion awarded reflecting clinical hours completed.<br />
Faculty<br />
Gregory Wheeler, BS, RT(R)(MR)<br />
Magnetic Resonance Imaging<br />
Required Textbooks*<br />
MRI in Practice by Westbrook and Kaut<br />
Recommended Textbook<br />
Handbook of MRI Technique 2nd Edition by Westbrook<br />
*NOTE. The AHEC handbook is included in the course<br />
tuition. Additional text books must be purchased. These books<br />
may be ordered from AHEC in advance. Prior preparation is<br />
recommended and encouraged as advanced reading facilitates<br />
the speed of your learning.<br />
Clinical Fellowship<br />
See page 49 for clinical fellowship information.<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Theory Week<br />
Houston, TX Apr 18- 21 Thu-Sun Wheeler<br />
Houston, TX Oct 24-27 Thu-Sun Wheeler<br />
MR Fellowship Clinical Week 1<br />
Houston, TX Apr 22-26 Mon-Fri Wheeler<br />
Houston, TX Oct 28-1 Mon-Fri Wheeler<br />
MR Fellowship Clinical Week 2<br />
Houston, TX Apr 29-May 3 Mon-Fri Wheeler<br />
Houston, TX Nov 4-8 Mon-Fri Wheeler<br />
MR Fellowship Clinical Week 3<br />
Houston, TX May 6-10 Mon-Fri Wheeler<br />
Houston, TX Nov 11-15 Mon-Fri Wheeler<br />
Fees $995 for MR Theory<br />
$625 for each clinical week 2.3.4<br />
$105 for Liability Insurance for<br />
Clinical Rotation, Professional License<br />
and Background Check<br />
$2,975 for complete four-week course<br />
Gregory Wheeler, BS, RT(R)(MR)<br />
Gregory is an internationally<br />
known lecturer in MRI and medical<br />
imaging education. He received<br />
an associate’s degree in radiologic<br />
technology and a bachelor’s degree<br />
in biology from the University of<br />
Michigan. He began his magnetic imaging experience in<br />
1983. His professional experience ranges from MRI application<br />
specialist for a major medical manufacturer to<br />
clinical education manager. From 1993 to 2001 Gregory<br />
worked as a MRI consultant and business development<br />
manager for Image Enhancement Systems. He is the primary<br />
author of Lippincott’s Magnetic Resonance Imaging<br />
Review published in 1996 and author of a chapter on<br />
image artifacts and MRI safety in MRI for Technologists.<br />
Coming Soon:<br />
New Video Homestudy<br />
“<br />
Very informative, Gregory was able to take the<br />
time to explain things in many different ways so that<br />
we could all understand the concept. ” Tiffany Peterson<br />
NEW<br />
Pulse Sequence Design<br />
Made Easy<br />
This enduring material was designed for today’s<br />
practicing MRI Technologist with topics that are<br />
relevant to the technologist’s daily practice. The<br />
cutting edge technology in MRI reflects the “new<br />
face” of skills needed by today’s MRI Technologist.<br />
The faculty will touch on the explosion of<br />
new technology in MRI and reinforce the fundamentals<br />
of how MRI is used in diagnosis and<br />
treatment planning. This MRI CEU class will<br />
benefit ARRT MRI technologists and ARMRIT MRI<br />
technologists as well as Radiologic Technologists<br />
wishing to learn more about MRI.<br />
Credits TBD<br />
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Bone Densitometry<br />
Bone Densitometry:<br />
Principles and Procedures<br />
Bone densitometry is a very hot topic. It is proving to be a key tool in the diagnosis and<br />
treatment outcomes of osteoporosis. There are an estimated 44 million Americans affected<br />
by osteoporosis each year. The cost of managing the consequences of this disease cost the<br />
health care system in the United States billions of dollars. The inclusion of bone densitometry<br />
as a reimbursable Medicare procedure has focused attention on who is performing the<br />
procedures and on personnel training requirements. This comprehensive training program<br />
will prepare you to meet and exceed the current training requirements. Every aspect of principles,<br />
theory, practical knowledge and skills to perform bone densitometry will be highlighted.<br />
This course will meet the needs of those new to the field or those wishing to expand<br />
their knowledge beyond the “how to’s”.<br />
The comprehensive program was developed by an ARRT registered and ISCD credentialed<br />
densitometrist and includes topics that are reflective of the content specifications for<br />
the International Society of Clinical Densitometry and the ARRT Registry for Bone Densitometry.<br />
This course is designed for all healthcare professionals who are planning to or are<br />
currently performing bone densitometry measurements in either clinical practice, women’s<br />
healthcare or imaging facilities.<br />
Please Note: <strong>Health</strong>care professionals in Texas, who are not registered radiologic technologists,<br />
should also register for the “Radiation Safety in Imaging Today” course in order to meet<br />
the radiation safety requirements for the Texas De-partment of State <strong>Health</strong> Services. For<br />
added convenience, the 4-hour “Radiation Safety in Imaging Today” course is offered on the<br />
day immediately prior to the 16 hour “Bone Densitometry: Principles and Procedures” course<br />
which is conducted on Saturday and Sunday.<br />
Course Topics<br />
Day 1<br />
• Osteoporosis Risk Factors<br />
• Indications for Densitometry<br />
• Methods of Measuring Bone Mass<br />
• Anatomy/Central Densitometry<br />
• Principles of Densitometry<br />
Day 2<br />
• Quality Assurance and Calibration of a DXA System<br />
• Site Preparation<br />
• Patient Preparation<br />
• Patient Positioning<br />
• Performing DXA Scans<br />
• Analysis of DXA Scans<br />
• Troubleshooting of DXA Scans<br />
Faculty<br />
Lesa Mohr, RT(R)(QM)(BD)<br />
CE Credits - 16 Category A Direct<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Las Vegas, NV Jan 19-20 Sat-Sun Mohr<br />
Houston, TX Mar 16-17 Sat-Sun Mohr<br />
Los Angeles May 18-19 Sat-Sun Mohr<br />
Houston, TX Jun 8-9 Sat-Sun Mohr<br />
Houston, TX Oct 5-6 Sat-Sun Mohr<br />
Fee $429<br />
This class will provide an excellent review for the<br />
certification or registry exams.<br />
Lesa Mohr, RT(R)(QM)(BD)<br />
Lesa is the Director of <strong>Education</strong>al<br />
Services for the <strong>Advanced</strong><br />
<strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>. Lesa<br />
rejoined AHEC in 2009 as a full<br />
time member of the team. She originally<br />
began with our company as<br />
a project manager and faculty in<br />
1995 and ran various educational and government programs<br />
for six years. Lesa has an extensive background in<br />
clinical quality control, Quality Management and Bone<br />
Densitometry. She was Quality Control Technologist at<br />
Methodist Hospital and then Assistant Director at St.<br />
Luke’s Hospital and Texas Children’s Hospital.<br />
“<br />
Lesa is an excellent instructor. She was definitely well prepared<br />
and informed. She’s charming and witty. I had zero knowledge<br />
of bone densitometry. Now at least I have a working knowledge<br />
of bone densitometry. Her overall teaching and<br />
communication skills remind me a lot of Marilyn Sackett.<br />
Two peas from the same pod! Awesome!<br />
”<br />
Robert Cuellar<br />
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Bone Densitometry<br />
Radiation Safety in Imaging Today (4-hour course)<br />
This four-hour course will provide vital radiation safety information to both the technologist<br />
and non-technologist performing examinations in healthcare facilities today. Topics<br />
covered will include basic radiation safety, the role of the radiation safety program and the<br />
effects of ionizing radiation. Also covered will be radiation detection and personal protection<br />
methods related to ionizing radiation. This course is an excellent option for the registered<br />
technologist to refresh their knowledge of radiation safety in a minimal amount of<br />
time. This course can be used to provide required radiation safety training for the non-technologists<br />
performing Bone Densitometry measurements in the state of Texas. Also, the new<br />
Texas rules require Noncertified Technicians (NCTs) to complete 6-hours of continuing<br />
education every two years. This course will meet four of the six required hours of continuing<br />
education as required by the Texas Department of State <strong>Health</strong> Services.<br />
Can’t Make it to<br />
a Class?<br />
Call to Schedule a<br />
Partnership Class today!<br />
For information Call<br />
800-239-1361<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Radiation and radioactivity<br />
• Biological effects of radiation<br />
• Occupational exposure limits<br />
• Types of radiation exposure<br />
• History of Radiation<br />
• Measuring Radiation<br />
• Components of a Radiation Safety Program<br />
Faculty<br />
Lesa Mohr, RT(R)(QM)(BD)<br />
CE Credit 4 Category A, Direct<br />
Time 8:00 am - 12:00 noon<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Houston, TX Jan 25 Fri Mohr<br />
Houston, TX Mar 15 Fri Mohr<br />
Houston, TX Jun 7 Sat Mohr<br />
Houston, TX Oct 4 Fri Mohr<br />
Houston, TX Dec 7 Sat Mohr<br />
Fee $159<br />
Attention Bone Densitometry Personnel<br />
who are nurses, medical assistants, and<br />
other healthcare professionals:<br />
As per the Texas Department of State <strong>Health</strong> Services:<br />
<strong>Health</strong>care professionals who are not registered radiologic<br />
technologists are required to have 4 hours of radiation<br />
safety and protection training for the patient, operator and<br />
others presented by a Medical Radiologic Technologist or a<br />
licensed medical physicist. These personnel must complete<br />
the four hours of radiation safety and protection every two<br />
years. This course meets the Texas Department of State<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Services radiation safety and protection requirements<br />
for these personnel.<br />
“<br />
Very interesting and very informative! Got so<br />
much good info. I will definitely attend another<br />
class with her.<br />
”<br />
- Sharon Street<br />
Another Reason to Attend<br />
AHEC’s Professional <strong>Education</strong><br />
Investment Payback<br />
• Investing in training is measured in staff who understand the technology<br />
and how to produce quality images.<br />
• Investing in training is measured by the shortened time frames when technical<br />
personnel can be “on call” and work independently.<br />
• Investing in training is measured by the increased morale of technical staff<br />
and the lack of frustration in job performance.<br />
Register @ www.AHEConline.com<br />
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Bone Densitometry<br />
Bone Densitometry<br />
Comprehensive Examination Review<br />
Bone Densitometry is a rapidly evolving modality which is recognizing the need for<br />
credentials for those who are performing densitometry measurements in a multitude<br />
of settings. This course will provide a comprehensive overview for the technologist or<br />
non-technologist preparing for Bone Densitometry credentialing or certification examinations.<br />
This course was developed and is taught by faculty who are credentialed by<br />
the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Bone Densitometry. This experienced<br />
technologist will guide you through the examination content specifications for<br />
preparation for the ARRT registry in Bone Densitometry, the ARRT Bone Densitometry<br />
Equipment Operators Exam (BDEO) or the ISCD Certified Bone Densitometry<br />
Technologist Examination.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Overview of Bone Densitometry Clinical Specifications<br />
• Bone Basics and Osteoporosis<br />
• Methods of Measuring Bone Mass<br />
• BMD Measurement Terminology<br />
• Equipment Operation and Quality Control<br />
• Radiation Safety of System<br />
• DXA Scans of Peripheral Sites<br />
• DXA Scans of Central Sites<br />
• Serial Measurements<br />
Faculty<br />
Lesa Mohr, RT(R)(QM)(BD)<br />
CE Credit 8 Category A, Direct<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Houston, TX Feb 16 Sat Mohr<br />
Houston, TX Aug 3 Sat Mohr<br />
Fee $229<br />
Nuts<br />
“<br />
I learned so much from this class. It was<br />
very informative. Love the personality of the<br />
instructor. It was easy to ask questions and<br />
she kept it interesting.<br />
”<br />
- Sabra Betser<br />
and Bolts of<br />
Bone Densitometry<br />
Bone densitometry has evolved from an<br />
interesting test, prior to medications prescribed<br />
for Osteoporosis and Osteopenia,<br />
to a diagnostic exam that is significant in<br />
the treatment and diagnosis of millions of<br />
people. Whether you are a seasoned bone<br />
densitometry technologist, a beginner, or<br />
just wondering about this modality; you<br />
are sure to gain a better understanding<br />
and respect for bone densitometry from<br />
this CE course. An overview of clinical<br />
specifications for technologists will be the<br />
topics of the day.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Physiology of bone<br />
• Osteoporosis and Bone <strong>Health</strong><br />
• Risk factors for osteoporosis<br />
• Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis<br />
• Equipment and quality control<br />
• DXA positioning basics<br />
Faculty<br />
Lesa Mohr, RT(R)(QM)(BD)<br />
CE Credit 8 Category A<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
For dates and locations please go to:<br />
www.AHEConline.com<br />
Fee $169<br />
“<br />
Lesa is a great<br />
speaker. ” Tammy McClish<br />
More Dates to <strong>Come</strong>!<br />
Check AHEConline.com for future<br />
dates and locations.<br />
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Quality Management Fellowship<br />
Quality management is of great importance for hospital and clinic-based radiology<br />
departments accredited through the Joint Commission on Accreditation of <strong>Health</strong>care<br />
Organizations (JCAHO). Quality management is also an important part of mammography<br />
and compliance with the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA). Quality<br />
management requires a working knowledge of the quality improvement (QI) process and<br />
tools, quality control (QC), equipment testing and regulatory guidelines.<br />
You will learn the basics of the quality management process from the theoretical to<br />
practical application. A combination of experts will introduce you to the fundamentals<br />
of QM. You will learn from the pros how QM has evolved and how QI has changed. You<br />
will receive “hands-on” application in designing QI monitors for your facility. You will<br />
learn how a well-designed QM program will improve imaging quality and patient care.<br />
In addition to the QC testing review, you will participate in a field trip to perform<br />
a portion of the QC tests listed in the ARRT QM clinical competencies required for<br />
the advanced level QM examination. All students will progress through the application<br />
phase of training at their own rate.<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> can provide the opportunity to meet some of the clinical competency<br />
requirements for the ARRT <strong>Advanced</strong> Level Exam for Quality Management, but<br />
cannot guarantee the competency can be met. The performance of each competency is<br />
dependent upon the participant’s individual skill level.<br />
Course Topics<br />
Day 1<br />
• Physical Principles of X-ray<br />
• Principles of Computed Radiography<br />
• Principles of Digital Radiography<br />
• Digital exposure indicators and values<br />
• Quality Control in Radiology<br />
• ACR Mammography Quality Control Testing<br />
• Analog and digital mammography quality<br />
control testing<br />
Day 2<br />
• Quality Management Philosophy<br />
• Quality Improvement<br />
• QC Tools, Information Collection, Data analysis<br />
• Student development of QI Monitors<br />
• Analysis of QI Monitors<br />
• Creation of Mock Graphs & Charts to Demonstrate<br />
the QI Monitor Process<br />
• Review of Monitors and Charts<br />
• OSHA Standards and Guidelines<br />
• HIPAA Compliance<br />
• Safe Medical Devices Act<br />
• NCRP Rules and Regulations for QC<br />
Day 3<br />
• Radiographic Equipment Quality Control Tests –<br />
Film Based and Electronic Images<br />
• “Hands-On” Equipment Testing<br />
• Field Trip to Clinical Site with the Opportunity to<br />
Perform “Hands-On” QC Testing and Observe a<br />
Demonstration of QC Testing.<br />
Quality Management<br />
Faculty<br />
David Clayton, BSRT, RT(R)(QM)<br />
Martha Riley, BS, BM, RT(R)<br />
Susan Sprinkle-Vincent, AAS, RT(R)(M)<br />
Lesa Mohr, RT(R)(QM)(BD)<br />
Deborah Ann Thames, RT(R)(M)(QM)<br />
CE Credits 24 Category A Direct<br />
Recommended Textbook<br />
Quality Management in Imaging Sciences<br />
3rd Edition by Papp.<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Houston, TX Mar 21-23 Thurs-Sat Clayton<br />
Houston, TX Oct 3-5 Thurs-Sat Clayton<br />
Fee $749<br />
*Students are provided transportation to and from the<br />
clinical facility for this field trip.<br />
David Clayton, BSRT, RT(R)(QM)<br />
David is a quality assurance specialist<br />
for the University of Texas M.D.<br />
Anderson Cancer <strong>Center</strong> in Houston,<br />
TX. He trains graduate-level medical<br />
physics students and residents<br />
how to perform quality control procedures<br />
and practices during their radiographic/fluoroscopic<br />
clinical rotation. His responsibilities also include<br />
performing quality control testing of radiographic/fluoroscopic<br />
equipment, laser printers, film processors, and<br />
digital imaging monitors. David has been instrumental<br />
in teaching quality control and quality assurance for the<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> in courses ranging<br />
from the Quality Management Fellowship Program and<br />
QM Registry Review to the PACS Program and Integrating<br />
Digital Imaging into Your Curricula, a course for<br />
medical imaging educators. He served nine years in the<br />
U.S. Army, where he received his radiology training and<br />
was an assistant department manager.<br />
Martha Riley, BS, BM, RT(R)<br />
Martha is the CQI coordinator in the<br />
Division of Diagnostic Imaging at the<br />
University of Texas M.D. Anderson<br />
Cancer <strong>Center</strong>. She received her certification<br />
as radiologic technologist<br />
in 1971. Her responsibilities at M.D.<br />
Anderson include designing the division’s Performance<br />
Improvement Plan, identifying quality of care and training<br />
issues, and ensuring compliance with JCAHO regulations<br />
and the division’s overall preparedness.<br />
“<br />
I really appreciated David breaking<br />
the information down so that it is easier<br />
to understand. It is obvious that he<br />
enjoys his job! ” Jan Pollard<br />
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Fellowship Information<br />
Clinical Fellowship Information<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> offers clinical fellowship rotations as an enhancement to the preceding theory<br />
course in the selected modality. AHEC offers clinical fellowships to registered radiographers (RT, R) In the modalities<br />
of Mammography, Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Fellowships are conducted in<br />
the Houston, TX area in hospitals, imaging facilities and urgent care facilities. The length of clinical fellowship<br />
training will vary by the modality selected. No CE credit is awarded for clinical hours. In order to receive a certificate<br />
documenting clinical attendance, technologists must return their timesheet and copies of their clinical competency<br />
forms to the AHEC office via mail or fax to the attention of the fellowship coordinator.<br />
Modality Information<br />
Mammography Clinical Fellowship: (Option 2- two day clinical fellowship-16 hours)<br />
In April 1999, the final rules of the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) became<br />
effective that required entry-level training for mammography including the performance of 25<br />
patient procedures under the supervision of a qualified mammographer. Radiologic Technologists<br />
from small facilities or who enter the training on their own will require a clinical site to acquire<br />
the required 25 patient procedures as per MQSA standards for the FDA. <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> can<br />
provide a limited number of clinical training sites with qualified clinical faculty and student liability<br />
insurance for patient care activities. Students desiring this option should be registered and<br />
paid three weeks in advance of the class. It will require technologists to spend 6 days for the fellowship<br />
and seven days if enrolled in the digital mammography course on the Monday following<br />
the theory portion of the fellowship course.<br />
Mammography Fellowship Coordinator:<br />
Susan Sprinkle-Vincent, AAS, RT(R)(M) - Director/Consultant for Mammography Services<br />
MRI and CT Clinical Fellowship:<br />
40 hours of clinical rotations (Monday-Friday) each week will give the technologist the opportunity<br />
to experience a wide array of exams, be tutored by experienced advanced modality professionals<br />
who provide insights, advice, and help you get the most out of your training. Also, clinical fellowships<br />
may allow technologists the opportunity to accrue some of their clinical experience (competencies)<br />
for preparation for advanced modality examinations.<br />
Clinical rotations are based on a per week registration by the technologist. It is strongly recommended<br />
attendance in clinical rotations be for the full weeks offered. Register early; there is a<br />
limited number of clinical sites available. It will enhance clinical experience if technologists<br />
communicate their goals related to clinical training to the fellowship coordinator. If you have<br />
specific requests regarding equipment preference and/or software, please contact the AHEC clinical<br />
fellowship coordinator related to these modalities.<br />
MRI and CT Fellowship Coordinator:<br />
Susan Sprinkle-Vincent, RT(R)(M) - Program Manager<br />
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Fellowship Clinical: (1-3 week option)<br />
Technologists are placed with an emphasis on providing experience on a magnet when available,<br />
with the field strength and manufacturer requested when possible. MRI fellowship clinical will provide<br />
40-120 hours of MRI training.<br />
Computed Tomography Fellowship Clinical: (1-2 week option)<br />
Technologists are placed with an emphasis on providing experience when available on a CT system with<br />
the manufacturer, software and angiography needs requested when possible. CT fellowship clinicals will<br />
provide 40-80 hours of CT training.<br />
Course enrollees may<br />
hand-deliver, fax to 713-772-0155, or mail to<br />
8502 Tybor Drive, Houston, TX 77074<br />
the required information. Send to the attention of the clinical<br />
fellowship coordinator for the selected modality.<br />
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Clinical Fellowship Requirements<br />
Clinical Fellowship requires enrolled technologists<br />
to meet hospital and imaging center<br />
requirements as required by affiliation agreements<br />
and education departments. The following<br />
information must be submitted to<br />
obtain a clinical site rotation assignment. Fellowship<br />
coordinators will contact enrolled<br />
technologists in advance of clinical rotations<br />
to secure appropriate documentation. Reliable<br />
email and/or telephone contact information<br />
must be provided at time of registration<br />
for the class. Failure to provide correct information<br />
will result in delay or failure of clinical<br />
placement. Required information must be<br />
provided a minimum of three weeks prior to<br />
the first day of the theory class.<br />
Minimum Clinical<br />
Requirements Include:<br />
• A copy of current credentials and state<br />
licensure (If applicable).<br />
• Signed Letter of Good <strong>Health</strong> on physician’s<br />
letterhead.<br />
• Current Immunizations to include: Tuberculosis<br />
(documentation of negative PPD or negative<br />
CXR report within the last 12 months,<br />
Hepatitis B series (documentation of completed<br />
series and/or positive titer, or deferral),<br />
Tetanus within the last 10 years, Varicella<br />
(chicken pox)-(immunization, positive history<br />
by MD letter, positive titer), MMR date<br />
or titer date, current influenza vaccination.<br />
• Urine drug screen 10 Panel<br />
• Copy of current CPR card (front and back)<br />
• A signed background release form with a<br />
copy of current driver’s license to include<br />
expiration date, social security number<br />
and date of birth. The release form will be<br />
emailed to you when you register for class.<br />
• Employment verifications<br />
- Last two employers<br />
- Name of employer<br />
- Contact name<br />
- Contact phone number<br />
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Radiation Safety<br />
Medical Radiation Safety Officer<br />
If you need a current update, or you are planning to become a radiation safety officer<br />
don’t miss this opportunity to obtain the technical and practical information from one<br />
of the most authoritative persons in the industry. A targeted approach to the information<br />
most useful for introduction to a medical RSO responsibilities is investigated. Satisfying<br />
state requirements for specialized training can be accomplished in this educational activity.<br />
This course will provide rapid information access to information for individuals who<br />
presently have or anticipate having the responsibility for radiation safety officer activities<br />
at their facility.<br />
Course Objectives<br />
At the completion of this course, the learner will be able to:<br />
• Explain the basic theories related to nuclear and<br />
atomic physics.<br />
• List early and latent effects of radiation exposure.<br />
• Identify radiation detection instruments and their<br />
basic functions.<br />
• List methods of minimizing external radiation exposure<br />
in both routine and high dose work areas.<br />
• Demonstrate understanding of methods of measuring<br />
radiation exposure in the radiation worker.<br />
• Identify the response process related to radiationrelated<br />
emergency (i.e. spill, exposed patient).<br />
• List methods of securing radioactive waste in the medical<br />
setting.<br />
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the performance<br />
of wipe and sealed source leak testing.<br />
Course Topics<br />
Day 1<br />
• Radiation fundamentals: nuclear and atomic physics,<br />
radioactive decay, units of radioactivity and radiation dose<br />
• Radiation safety committees: organization, requirements,<br />
records, accountability<br />
• RSO Responsibilities<br />
• Biological effects of radiation<br />
• Personnel dosimetry: Bioassay and personnel dosimeters<br />
• Radiation detection and measurement instruments<br />
• X-ray machine exposures: Calculation of exposures<br />
• External radiation protection: Time, distance and<br />
shielding<br />
• Radiation protection programs: Program reviews<br />
• Minimizing dose in fluoroscopy and high dose examinations<br />
• Preparing for inspections, record keeping, and documentation<br />
Faculty<br />
Edgar D. Bailey, PE, CHP<br />
CE Credit 16 category A direct<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Dallas, TX Feb 23-24 Sat-Sun Bailey<br />
Houston, TX Apr 13-14 Sat-Sun Bailey<br />
Las Vegas, NV May 3-4 Sat-Sun Bailey<br />
Sa n Antonio, TX Sep 7-8 Sat-Sun Bailey<br />
Houston, TX Nov 9-10 Sat-Sun Bailey<br />
Fee $649<br />
Day 2<br />
• Radiation sources and equipment<br />
• Radioactive materials licensing<br />
• Security of radioactive materials and increased controls<br />
• Authorized users and training requirements<br />
• Radioactive materials wipe tests, inventory, best practices<br />
• Shipping and receiving of radioactive materials for<br />
medical facilities<br />
• Sealed source leak tests<br />
• Radiation instrument calibration<br />
• Emergency response, spills, and patient care<br />
• Medical radioactive waste management<br />
• Record keeping and audits<br />
Edgar D. Bailey, P.E., CHP<br />
Edgar brings a wealth of experience<br />
in both health physics and radiation<br />
protection to the AHEC classroom.<br />
He received both his Bachelor of Engineering<br />
Science and Master of Science<br />
in Environmental <strong>Health</strong> Engineering<br />
with a specialty in Radiological <strong>Health</strong> from the University<br />
of Texas. Edgar’s background includes experience as<br />
a certified health physicist, engineer and a consultant in<br />
Radiation Protection. He previously served as the Chief<br />
of the Division of Licensing, Registration and Standards<br />
of the Bureau of Radiation Control for the Texas Department<br />
of <strong>Health</strong>. He then went on to serve as the Chief of<br />
the Radiologic <strong>Health</strong> Branch for the California Department<br />
of <strong>Health</strong> Services until his retirement in 2006. He<br />
remains active in many state and national radiation control<br />
and health physics societies. Learn more than you<br />
will ever need to know about the world of radiation physics,<br />
inspections, calibration of instruments and radiation<br />
protection programs.<br />
Coming Soon:<br />
Video Homestudy<br />
Radiation Safety and<br />
Imaging Today<br />
NEW<br />
“<br />
Mr. Bailey was great! I’m glad that I took<br />
this class. ” Jamey Ledbetter<br />
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Radiation Safety<br />
RSO for Diagnostic X-Ray<br />
Is the title “RSO” of your diagnostic x-ray medical facility one<br />
of the many hats you wear? If so, then you will appreciate a concise<br />
one day training program which includes topics of importance to<br />
assist you in maintaining an up-to-date and compliant RSO program.<br />
Learn from one of the experts who will provide you radiation<br />
safety information relevant to your imaging department, and<br />
guide you through the maze of paperwork, inspections and audits<br />
that are part of successful radiation protection program.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Radiations safety fundamentals<br />
• Radiation detection and measurement<br />
• Personnel dosimetry<br />
• RSO responsibilities<br />
• Radiaton protection programs<br />
• Maintaining dose in fluoroscopy and high dose examinations<br />
• Inspections, recordkeeping and documentation<br />
• Questions and answers<br />
Faculty<br />
Edgar Bailey, PE, CHP<br />
CE Credit 8 hours, Category A, Direct MQSA Digital<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
For dates and locations please go to: www.AHEConline.com<br />
Fee $249<br />
RSO Trends and Compliance Refresher<br />
Radiation Safety Officers in today’s healthcare environment<br />
are not only charged with the responsibility of compliance, but<br />
also being asked to step up and provide proactive radiation safety<br />
programs that are compliant and responsive to the current public<br />
concerns. Incidents of medical radiation over exposures are in<br />
the news and public scrutiny is higher than it has ever been in<br />
Radiation Protection and Safety. In 2010, California governor<br />
Arnold Schwarzenegger signed a historic medical radiation protection<br />
bill into law aimed at protecting patients from excessive<br />
medical radiation exposure and paved the way for other states to<br />
follow. Join one of the nations leading experts who will provide<br />
you the “need to know” information in this refresher course of<br />
current trends and topics in radiation safety and will allow for<br />
ample time for questions and answers.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Review of Radiation Fundamentals<br />
• Update on regulations/Licensing amendments<br />
• Maintaining a radiation safety program<br />
• Current Topics and Trends<br />
• Question and Answers<br />
Faculty<br />
Edgar Bailey, PE, CHP<br />
CE Credit 8 hours, Category A, Direct MQSA Digital<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
For dates and locations please go to: www.AHEConline.com<br />
Fee $249<br />
New Course<br />
New Course<br />
Radiation Safety in Imaging Today<br />
(4-hour course)<br />
This 4-hour course will provide vital radiation safety information<br />
to both the technologist and non-technologist performing examinations<br />
in healthcare facilities today. Topics covered will include<br />
basic radiation safety, the role of the radiation safety program and<br />
the effects of ionizing radiation. Also covered will be radiation detection<br />
and personal protection methods related to ionizing radiation.<br />
This course is an excellent option for the registered technologist to<br />
refresh their knowledge of radiation safety in a minimal amount<br />
of time. This course can also be used to provide required radiation<br />
safety training for the non-technologists performing Bone Densitometry<br />
measurements in the state of Texas. And, the new Texas<br />
rules require Noncertified Technicians (NCTs) to complete 6-hours<br />
of continuing education every two years. This course will meet four<br />
of the six required hours of continuing education as required by the<br />
Texas Department of State <strong>Health</strong> Services.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Radiation and radioactivity<br />
• Biological effects of radiation<br />
• Occupational exposure limits<br />
• Types of radiation exposure<br />
• History of Radiation<br />
• Measuring Radiation<br />
• Components of a Radiation Safety Program<br />
Faculty<br />
Lesa Mohr, RT(R)(QM)(BD)<br />
CE Credit 4 Category A, Direct<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
Houston, TX Jan 25 Fri Mohr<br />
Houston, TX Mar 15 Fri Mohr<br />
Houston, TX Jun 7 Sat Mohr<br />
Houston, TX Oct 4 Fri Mohr<br />
Houston, TX Dec 7 Sat Mohr<br />
Fee $159<br />
Attention Bone Densitometry Personnel who are nurses,<br />
medical assistants, and other healthcare professionals:<br />
As per the Texas Department of State <strong>Health</strong> Services: <strong>Health</strong>care professionals who are<br />
not registered radiologic technologists are required to have 4 hours of radiation safety and<br />
protection training for the patient, operator and others presented by a Medical Radiologic<br />
Technologist or a licensed medical physicist. These personnel must complete the four hours of<br />
radiation safety and protection every two years. This course meets the Texas Department of<br />
State <strong>Health</strong> Services radiation safety and protection requirements for these personnel.<br />
“<br />
I learned so much from this class. It was<br />
very informative. Love the personality of the<br />
instructor. It was easy to ask questions and<br />
she kept it interesting.<br />
”<br />
- Sabra Betser<br />
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Venipuncture<br />
Venipuncture and Pharmacology for<br />
Contrast Media Procedures<br />
Venipuncture is allowed in most states with the documented training. This course will<br />
provide the techniques for administration, the pharmacology of dose units, the importance<br />
of documentation and the response to allergic reactions. You will not want to miss<br />
this important opportunity to enhance your skills. Course includes both lecture and<br />
laboratory training with IV training arms.<br />
Course Topics<br />
• Safe and correct venipuncture techniques<br />
• Aseptic techniques and infection control<br />
• Patient safety, cooperation and education<br />
• Administration of prescribed medications and contrast media<br />
• Documentation, charting procedures and outcomes<br />
• Recognition and a response to allergic reactions to contrast media or medications<br />
Technologists who wish to participate in the class for informational purposes will receive 8 Hours of CE Credit and<br />
will not advance to the clinical participation.<br />
*To meet California state requirements, you must have 10 hours of training and 10 venipuncture sticks under the supervision<br />
of a qualified instructor. For our course, a qualified instructor is a physician or registered nurse in your facility<br />
where you are employed. The venipunctures will be completed in the facility where you are employed, after permission<br />
has been obtained from the employer. Supervision should be by the radiologist from whom you will be accepting orders<br />
to perform the venipuncture.<br />
It is required that you have current CPR training and that you receive in-service training in first aid, emergency response<br />
and the facility emergency response system. You will spend eight hours in the classroom in the theory and practice of<br />
venipuncture on IV training arms. The additional required two hours of training must be obtained in your facility and<br />
include crash cart procedures, emergency utilization of oxygen and the ambu or bag-valve mask. The clinical performance<br />
of the ten venipuncture sticks under supervision must be completed, documented, and the clinical supervisor<br />
must attest by signature to the satisfactory completion. After all required documentation is completed and returned to<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong>, a certificate will be issued documenting compliance to California state requirements. The required<br />
venipuncture sticks must be completed in a six-month period following the classroom portion.<br />
Faculty<br />
Shane Otis, RN, CEN, CFRN<br />
Jeremy Flowers, RN, NP, RVS, CNMT, BD<br />
Jamie McFarland, RN<br />
CE Credit<br />
8 Hours ASRT Category A<br />
4 clock hours for completing clinical sticks<br />
* Course meets California state requirements for performing<br />
venipuncture.<br />
Dates/Locations<br />
San Diego, CA Feb 2 Flowers<br />
Burbank, CA Mar 2 Flowers<br />
Fee $219 ***No discounts apply to this course.<br />
Can’t Make it to<br />
a Class?<br />
Contract classes are available for facilities.<br />
Required class size for contract courses is a<br />
minimum of 15 licensed/registered radiologic<br />
technologists. The maximum class size is 20.<br />
No students, graduates, unlicensed or limited<br />
permits are allowed to register. Sonographers<br />
who will be administering contrast media<br />
may also benefit from this course.<br />
More Dates to <strong>Come</strong>!<br />
Check AHEConline.com for future dates and locations.<br />
Register @ www.AHEConline.com<br />
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Meet the Team<br />
Professional <strong>Education</strong><br />
Marilyn Sackett, MEd,<br />
RT(R) FASRT<br />
President &<br />
Chief Executive Officer<br />
Peggy Hoosier, MEd,<br />
RT(R)(M)<br />
Chief Operating Officer<br />
T.J. Zwakenberg, BS,<br />
RRT, RDCS, RVT<br />
Senior Vice President of<br />
<strong>Education</strong><br />
Susan Sprinkle-Vincent,<br />
AAS, RT(R)(M)<br />
Director of Mammography<br />
Services<br />
Lesa Mohr,<br />
RT (R)(QM)(BD)<br />
Director of <strong>Education</strong>al Services &<br />
Special Projects<br />
Larry Carney<br />
Office Services Supervisor<br />
Sherry Bradford, AAS<br />
Travel/Event Coordinator<br />
Candacy Hoover<br />
Receptionist<br />
Jaye Reddix<br />
Webmaster<br />
Marivel Hernandez<br />
Support Services<br />
Jence Cantu, RT(R)<br />
Vice President of Operations<br />
Jeanne Ternier, BS, RT(R)<br />
Manager - Staffing Services<br />
Idena Fletcher<br />
Staffing Consultant<br />
Debra Anthony<br />
Staffing Consultant<br />
Crystal Jenkins<br />
Staffing Coordinator<br />
Thomas J. Whelan, III,<br />
RT(R), RDMS, RDCS,<br />
RVT, FASE<br />
Ultrasound Faculty and<br />
Clinical Staff<br />
Daniel, Hendricks, RCS<br />
Ultrasound Faculty and<br />
Clinical Staff<br />
Call <strong>Us</strong>…<br />
What ever it takes, we can do it!<br />
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Preferred Hotels<br />
CROWNE PLAZA SUITES<br />
AHEC’S Best Value for Premier Lodging<br />
Oversized Luxurious Two Room Suites<br />
Special AHEC RATE<br />
$109.00<br />
Breakfast included<br />
Indoor Heated<br />
Pool & Spa<br />
Special 2013 AHEC Rate $99<br />
Includes Full Hot Breakfast Buffet Daily<br />
Less than One mile from AHEC Facility<br />
• Sierra Grille and Bar, Room Service<br />
• Complimentary Hi Speed Wi- Fi & Business <strong>Center</strong><br />
• Newly Renovated Oversized Two Room Suites<br />
• Laptop Safes in all Suites<br />
• 2 - Plasma TVs, Microwave/Refrigerators in all Suites<br />
• Minutes from Downtown & Major Attractions<br />
• Indoor Pool, Whirlpool, Fitness <strong>Center</strong>, Gift Shop<br />
• Complimentary Shuttle Service to/from AHEC Facility<br />
‣ Spacious King or Double Beds<br />
‣ 40” Flat Screen TV’s with HD,<br />
Refrigerators upon request<br />
‣ Complimentary Van Shuttle to / from<br />
AHEC and Surrounding area within 5<br />
miles of Hotel and Galleria<br />
‣ Complimentary Wireless Internet<br />
throughout the hotel and in guest rooms<br />
‣ Complimentary Business <strong>Center</strong> and<br />
Laundry Facilities<br />
‣ Outdoor Pool, Fitness <strong>Center</strong>, & Gift Shop<br />
‣ Onsite Desert Rose Restaurant and<br />
Poquito Lounge<br />
6780 Southwest Freeway<br />
Houston, Texas 77074<br />
Hotel Direct- 713-977-7911<br />
www.houstonsouthwest.hilton.com<br />
1-800-Hiltons. Rates are per room, per night<br />
plus tax. Some Blackout dates may apply.<br />
Advance Reservation required.<br />
Rates are valid January 2013-December 2013.<br />
9090 SOUTHWEST FWY , HOUSTON, TX 77074<br />
PHONE: 713 995 0123 - FAX: 713 779 0703<br />
WWW.CROWNEPLAZASUITES.COM<br />
HOUSTON SUITES<br />
Reservations<br />
rcaltabiano@innvestment.net<br />
jjourard@innvestment.net<br />
713-995-0123<br />
Advance reservation Rate effective 1/1/13 through 12/30/2013. Advance reservations required. Some blackout dates may apply.<br />
Rate does not include tax, and does not apply to groups, special events, convention, or other promotional offers
General Information<br />
8502 Tybor Drive • Houston, TX 77074<br />
713/772-0157 (voice) • 800/239-1361 (toll free) • 713/772-0155 (fax)<br />
www.AHEConline.com<br />
Accreditation<br />
“The <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical <strong>Education</strong><br />
to provide continuing medical education for physicians.” The course content for each of the courses approved<br />
for AMA PRA Category 1 Continuing Medical <strong>Education</strong> is evaluated prior to delivery of the course. The course<br />
description will have the accreditation statement and the maximum number of AMA PRA Category 1 designated<br />
for that course. In addition to AMA PRA Category 1 credit some specialty courses are submitted to the specialty<br />
organizations for course approval.<br />
Continuing <strong>Education</strong> Credit<br />
Each CE course or Home Study activity sponsored by <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong>, Ltd is approved<br />
by a Recognized CE Evaluation Mechanism (RCEEM) for Category A CE Credit. American <strong>Health</strong>care Radiology<br />
Administrators (AHRA), American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT), and the Society of<br />
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (SDMS) are RCEEM’s recoginized by ARRT for approval of CE activities.<br />
• AHRA and ASRT approvals are accepted by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)<br />
and the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).<br />
• ASRT approved courses are accepted by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).<br />
• ARDMS accepts SDMS and AMA PRA Category 1 credit.<br />
For more information please see Information and Instructions or the course description of the course or Home<br />
Study activity you wish to regiser for or purchase.<br />
Class Times (Hours)<br />
You can expect your class will conclude between 4:30 - 5:00 pm on the final day. Exact time of your class is printed<br />
on your confirmation. Please schedule your return flights late afternoon or evening. Otherwise you will miss a great<br />
deal of important information.<br />
Dress<br />
The dress code is casual for classes. We want you to dress comfortably and be ready to learn. Lab coats and<br />
“dress wear” are required in classes with clinical rotations, during clinical rotations only.<br />
Meals/Restaurants for Houston/AHEC Classes<br />
There are multiple eating facilities within walking distance, such as Subway, Chinese Buffet, and Denny’s.<br />
If you have a car, the possibilities are many. If it rains, AHEC has a small lunch area and you can order and<br />
have sandwiches or pizza delivered.<br />
AHEC National Classes<br />
AHEC does not provide lunch on-site in the hotel seminars. Lunch and gratuities average between $30 and<br />
$40 in a hotel setting. In an effort to keep costs for your CE at the lowest rate possible, we felt you would appreciate<br />
the opportunity to purchase your own lunch.<br />
Parking<br />
Parking in Houston is on surface lots and is free of charge except in the Medical <strong>Center</strong>. Parking in the<br />
Medical <strong>Center</strong> Garages is $11-13 per day. Parking at meeting locations outside of Houston varies based on<br />
meeting site. Check your confirmation for more information.<br />
Ground Transportation from Airports to Houston Hotels<br />
Super Shuttle Houston provides ground transportation services to and from both Bush Intercontinental and<br />
Hobby airports. Call 800-258-3826 for Super Shuttle information or www.supershuttle.com. Shuttle fare from Bush<br />
is approximately $29/one-way $62/round-trip and from Hobby $27/one-way, $58/round-trip. Additional travelers<br />
can be added to your fare for $7 each way. Follow ground transportation signs to Super Shuttle ticket counter.<br />
Cab fare is approximately $75 from Hobby Airport and $80 from Bush Intercontinental to hotels in our area.<br />
Call 713-236-1111 for Yellow Cab Company. If you call a cab service, establish the rates prior to engaging the taxi.<br />
Houston Town Car and Limousine is another option. A town car from Hobby Airport is at a flat rate of $75<br />
and from Bush Intercontinental is at a flat rate of $75 to our area. The driver’s all wear suits and ties. You may<br />
contact them at 281-630-1137. A reservation is highly recommended.<br />
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Class Location and<br />
Hotel Information<br />
All Houston courses are held<br />
at <strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong><br />
<strong>Center</strong> unless otherwise stated.<br />
We are located in Southwest<br />
Houston, approximately 1 block<br />
off Highway 59 South. The location<br />
is nine miles southwest of<br />
Downtown. Out of town classes<br />
are held in hotel meeting rooms<br />
or in educational sponsor’s facilities.<br />
Check the web site for upto-date<br />
meeting locations.<br />
Houston Hotels<br />
1. Crowne Plaza<br />
9090 Southwest Freeway<br />
Houston, TX 77074<br />
(713) 995-0123<br />
Room Rate: $99* Single/Double<br />
Hotel Shuttle to AHEC<br />
2. Hilton Houston Southwest<br />
6780 Southwest Freeway<br />
Houston, TX 77074<br />
713-977-7911<br />
Room Rate: $109* Single/Double<br />
Hotel Shuttle to AHEC<br />
*Must mention corporate<br />
negotiated rate<br />
AHEC<br />
Crowne<br />
Plaza<br />
Hilton<br />
Southwest
Registration Information<br />
Our registration opens at 7:00 am<br />
Our staff will greet you at check-in, have<br />
you sign in and direct you toward your class.<br />
You’ll also want to take the opportunity to<br />
meet other people from your local area. Introduce<br />
yourself! You may meet a new friend. Plan<br />
to be ready to go by 8 AM. A morning coffee<br />
break is always provided. Lunch is on your own<br />
from 12-1:00 PM. Why not invite another participant<br />
to dine with you? You can share information,<br />
review the morning and make the day<br />
even more enjoyable.<br />
Still Haven’t Picked Up the Phone?<br />
Five More Good Reasons Why You Will Want<br />
to Attend Our Programs...<br />
• Our trainers are the best... period. We chose the pros<br />
who have a proven track record of training effectiveness,<br />
professionalism and expertise.<br />
• We give you only the most important information<br />
to help you be the best you can be.<br />
• Practicality is emphasized. You will leave this seminar<br />
with specifics you can apply immediately.<br />
• The value is unbeatable. Not only is our enrollment<br />
fee amount the lowest you’ll find, when a<br />
group of 10 or more enrolls from your organization<br />
you may qualify for a discount.<br />
• Our programs are the very best in the industry. Pertinent<br />
up-to-date information you can really use, a convenient<br />
meeting location, a staff who is courteous and<br />
helpful and a trainer who grabs your attention and<br />
takes you on an exciting journey full of fun and facts.<br />
How to Register<br />
Plan ahead and register early. To register for any<br />
of the seminars please have your registration complete,<br />
along with the tuition payment included and<br />
in our hands fourteen (14) DAYS PRIOR TO THE<br />
STARTING DATE OF THE SEMINARS. Please<br />
include two phone numbers on your registration in<br />
case we have to notify you of any course or location<br />
changes. Registrations received within fourteen<br />
days of the scheduled course must include a<br />
$25 administrative fee. Sorry, no exceptions will be<br />
made. Payments received at the door must include<br />
an additional $10 administrative fee.<br />
By Phone<br />
For the fastest service, in the Houston area call 713-<br />
772-0157 or 800-239-1361. Our staff will be happy to<br />
take your enrollment. The easiest way to guarantee<br />
your enrollment and avoid the $25 administrative<br />
fee is to pay with a credit card when making your<br />
reservation. If that is not possible, simply mail in<br />
your payment to arrive fourteen (14) days prior to the<br />
starting date of the seminar.<br />
By Fax<br />
If you prefer to fax us your registration, the fax<br />
number is 713-772-0155. Please include credit card<br />
information or mail in your payment to arrive fourteen<br />
(14) days prior to the starting date of the seminar.<br />
Credit card registrations require the number,<br />
card holder name, expiration date and CCV code.<br />
By Mail<br />
You can complete the registration form on page 64,<br />
clip it and mail it with payment to arrive fourteen<br />
(14) days prior to the starting date of the seminar to:<br />
AHEC 8502 Tybor Dr., Houston, TX 77074. If you register<br />
solely from the catalog, be sure to call AHEC or<br />
check AHEConline.com for the most up-to-date dates<br />
and locations.<br />
Register @ www.AHEConline.com<br />
By Internet<br />
http://www.AHEConline.com<br />
Fast and Easy! Simply complete the secure online<br />
form and submit your registration with a simple click<br />
of the mouse. Online payments are processed when<br />
the order is placed. You will receive a confirmation<br />
via e-mail to confirm your order and payment.<br />
On Site/Walk-In<br />
On-site/walk-in registration, or pay at the door is<br />
welcome if space permits. On-site registrations or<br />
payments received at the door must include a $35<br />
administrative fee. Sorry, no exceptions. Participants<br />
registering on-site should call AHEC the day prior<br />
to the seminar to confirm the time, location and<br />
availability of seating in the class. Participants who<br />
register on-site must complete a certificate request<br />
form. A certificate of attendance will be mailed to<br />
you once the sign-in sheets and forms have been<br />
returned to AHEC by the faculty, verified, processed<br />
and mailed. Advance registration assures that there<br />
will be enough participants for the instructor to make<br />
the class. Please do not plan a vacation or purchase<br />
airfare around a class in which you plan to register<br />
“at the door” without checking with our office to<br />
see if there are any changes in the class status.<br />
Payments<br />
Payments can be made by credit card or by mailing<br />
in your payment. Online payments are processed<br />
when the order is placed. Confirmations are emailed<br />
to notify you of receipt of your registration and will<br />
show your payment if it was included with the registration.<br />
If a facility will be sending in payment for<br />
your registration, please have them indicate your<br />
name and the class you will be attending with the<br />
payment. Ultrasound, Mammography and all Fellowship<br />
class tuition fees MUST be in our office fourteen<br />
(14) days prior to the start of the course to guarantee<br />
a space. There is a $40 NSF fee.<br />
Your Tuition is Tax Deductible<br />
Even the government smiles on professional education.<br />
All expenses of continuing education (including<br />
registration fees, travel, meals and lodging) taken<br />
to maintain and improve professional skills are tax<br />
deductible according to Treasury Regulation 1.162-5<br />
Coughlin vs. Commissioner, 203 F2d 307.<br />
Registration/Cancellation Policies<br />
Skills Course<br />
Skills Course Information (i.e. limited enrollment<br />
courses, where a received registration reserves your<br />
place in a course.) Examples are Ultrasound classes<br />
with hands on scan labs and any fellowship course<br />
requiring placement in a clinical rotation.<br />
All cancellations for skills courses must be received<br />
in writing. For those received at least 14 working<br />
days prior to the seminar date, a refund less a 30%<br />
administrative fee will be given. Beyond this time, no<br />
refund is given, but tuition credit (less a 30% administrative<br />
fee) may be applied to future course offerings<br />
within a twelve-month period. If you don’t cancel and<br />
don’t attend, you are still responsible for payment. No<br />
refunds or tuition credits are given for non-attendance.<br />
Facilities may substitute employees by notification to<br />
AHEC in advance.<br />
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CE Seminar<br />
Cancellations must be received by 5 pm CST on the<br />
Friday 1-week before the seminar, for Friday CE Seminars<br />
this would be the Thursday 1-week beofre the CE<br />
seminar date. After that time, the expense for the class<br />
participation has been incurred. Hotel expense, travel<br />
expenses, instructor’s fees, learning materials and shipping<br />
are obligated. No refunds will be made past this<br />
time. If the registered participant cannot attend, a<br />
substitute may attend. The substitute’s name should be<br />
called in to our registration desk at 800-239-1361. If<br />
you don’t cancel and don’t attend, you are still responsible<br />
for payment. No refunds are given for non-attendance.<br />
Substitutions may be made at any time.<br />
Minimum Class Size<br />
All classes require a minimum number of attendees.<br />
AHEC reserves the right to cancel a course if<br />
the minimum number is not met. Minimum number<br />
depends on class. AHEC is not responsible for travel<br />
reimbursement in case of cancellation. Please check<br />
with our registration desk for status of your class before<br />
making definitive travel arrangements.<br />
Certificate of Completion<br />
AHEC provides you with a certificate of completion<br />
with the agency approval number the last day<br />
of your meeting to serve as your permanent record<br />
of attendance. This attractive certificate indicates<br />
CE credit and is available on the day of the seminar<br />
if you are registered by 10am the Monday prior to<br />
the class. You may want to frame it or put it in your<br />
personal file to show you are serious about success.<br />
To receive credit for a CE activity, you must<br />
attend the entire function. Partial credit is not<br />
allowed to be issued. You cannot leave early without<br />
a change in the number of CE Credits. If you<br />
arrive late, your certificate will be changed by the<br />
instructor. CE rules are straight forward and rely on<br />
your professionalism in documentation. CE records<br />
are kept at AHEC for six years. If you lose your<br />
certificate, a duplicate may be requested after your<br />
attendance has been verified on the class roster.<br />
Tape Recording<br />
Our programs - both what you see, what you hear,<br />
and your handout materials are fully copyrighted by<br />
AHEC. No audio recording, video taping, or copying<br />
without permission please.<br />
Registration From Catalog<br />
In spite of our continuing efforts, hotels often<br />
change our plans for national classes. If you register<br />
from the catalog or schedules received via mail,<br />
please call 800-239-1361 to verify dates, times, and<br />
location of your seminars or visit www.aheconline.<br />
com for the most up to date course information.<br />
In the event of unforeseen circumstances, AHEC<br />
reserves the right to substitute instructors and similar<br />
courses as necessary.<br />
Handout Materials Online<br />
Class handout material information is available<br />
at our website. CE seminar materials must be<br />
printed from the website and brought with you to<br />
class if you wish to have them. Skills classes and registry<br />
review class manuals are still made available in<br />
class. Increased costs of shipping and printing have<br />
required this change to continue to offer low cost<br />
tuition and special discounts, thus minimizing the<br />
use of paper as part of our “green” initiative. Go to<br />
our website home page and click on the button for<br />
class handout materials.
Home Study Information<br />
Home Study Information and Instructions<br />
<strong>Advanced</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Education</strong> <strong>Center</strong> Ltd. offers a complete line of Home Studies to<br />
make continuing education at home or work easy. The Home Studies are available in many<br />
formats including print, CDs, DVD’s, and online. Our new “On Demand” Web Store has<br />
streamlined the process of ordering and completing Home Study activities.<br />
What You DO:<br />
• Select the Home Study activity and method of delivery that meets your needs.<br />
Method 1: US Mail (paper, textbook, CD or DVD)<br />
A Home Study for delivery by mail is comprised of the course content which could be a booklet<br />
of reading/reference material, paper, textbook, CD, DVD, or a combination of materials, and a<br />
print copy of the post-test. The Home Studies may be ordered via our secure web store, but the<br />
packet will be shipped to you via UPS. This method requires you return the original post test via<br />
mail or fax to 713-772-0155 for grading. You must score at a minimum 75% to be granted credit<br />
for the course. Certificates of completion will be mailed to you via US mail. The date on the CE<br />
certificate will be the date the activity is received in our office.<br />
Method 2: Online (web-based) delivery<br />
This type of Home Study is completed electronically. Both the course content and p o s t-<br />
test are available online, but may be printed out to read offline. When you have completed<br />
the Home Study and are ready to take the post-test, go to the location of the post-test<br />
(the link is in the email you receive when you placed the order), complete the answer sheet,<br />
and click on “Submit”. You must score at least 75% to be granted creditfor the course. If you<br />
have a passing score a certificate tab will appear for you to print your certificate of completion.<br />
It’s that easy!<br />
• Place the order online; by mail or call us @ 800-239-1361 we still answer the phone between<br />
the hours of 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM CST Monday – Friday and most Saturdays.<br />
• Provide Payment Information<br />
• Complete the learning activity at your convenience<br />
• Complete the post-test<br />
• Method 1: Submit post-test to be graded by mail or fax and your certificate will be mailed or<br />
fax’d. Remember certificate date is the day it is received in our office.<br />
Method 2: Submit the post-test electronically and print your certificate immediately.<br />
What You Need to Know About Home Study CE: The Fine Print<br />
CE Approvals<br />
Home Study approval and guidelines are set by the ARRT. AHEC is required to follow these guidelines<br />
as indicated. Per the ARRT requirements, Home Study activities can only be completed one<br />
time. We do not make the rules for continuing education! Please do not ask us to bend them.<br />
All AHEC Home Studies are approved by a Recognized CE Evaluation Mechanism (RCEEM)<br />
for Category A CE Credit. American <strong>Health</strong>care Radiology Administrators (AHRA), American<br />
Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT), and the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer<br />
(SDMS) are RCEEM’s recoginized by ARRT for approval of CE activities.<br />
• AHRA and ASRT approvals are accepted by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists<br />
(ARRT) and the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).<br />
• ASRT approved courses are accepted by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medi¬cal Sonographers<br />
(ARDMS).<br />
• ARDMS accepts SDMS and AMA PRA Category I credit.<br />
• SDMS Approved Home Study<br />
Certificates for these activities are sent directly to your email by SDMS. Once we receive the<br />
graded post-test, we (as the provider of the activity), enter the completion date into the SDMS<br />
system and the certificate is generated by SDMS and will be emailed to you. In order for us to<br />
input your information into the SDMS system, you are required to provide us with a Registry<br />
number or date of birth. Any of the following registry numbers are accepted, ARRT, SDMS,<br />
ARDMS, CARDUP, or CCI.<br />
• You are responsible for submission of your information to the appropriate credentialing agency<br />
on your renewal date. We do not forward your credit to the organization for you. Your certificate<br />
will be proof of completion of continuing education.<br />
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CE Approval Expirations<br />
All Home study approvals have an expiration<br />
date and are single use activities. Some of our<br />
home studies are approved for one year others<br />
for two years. Whether a home study is renewed<br />
at the end of its expiration date is determined<br />
by the material content and relevancy. AHEC<br />
recommends if you plan to purchase a home<br />
study to complete at a later date that you contact<br />
us to confirm the expiration date.<br />
State Approvals for<br />
Continuing <strong>Education</strong><br />
California<br />
Subject material related to the appli¬cation of<br />
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for California license renewal. The venipuncture<br />
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Florida<br />
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Radiation Control, and Radiologic Technology<br />
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All other states do not require individual state<br />
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Home Studies<br />
1 - 2 Credits<br />
Arthritis: The Inflammation in a Joint<br />
37 million Americans suffer from various forms of arthritis (arthritis.com)<br />
1 Category A Credit<br />
Infection Control: It’s Everyone’s Responsibility<br />
Must know information for all health care personnel<br />
1 Category A Credit<br />
Radiology Challenge: The Geriatric Patient<br />
Statistics tell us that Medicare patients receive two times the number of imaging<br />
procedures as non-Medicare patients.<br />
1 Category A Credit<br />
The Many Faces of Hepatitis<br />
<strong>Health</strong> Care Workers can reduce the risk of contracting diseases through education<br />
in the most commonly occurring types of pathological conditions.<br />
1 Category A Credits<br />
Venipuncture and Pharmacology for Contrast<br />
Media Procedures<br />
Study the list of requirements for successful venipuncture<br />
1.5 Category A Credits<br />
A Method to the Madness:<br />
Emergency Room Radiography<br />
Provide better images for emergency room diagnosis<br />
1.5 Category A Credits<br />
NEW<br />
Basic Fundamentals of Pharmacology,<br />
Drugs, and Contrast Media<br />
Familiarize yourself with the desired effects and potential adverse reactions of<br />
radiologic drugs<br />
2.0 Category A Credits<br />
What Were You Thinking?<br />
The Social Media Dilemma<br />
This home study will enlighten, inform and get on the right track to using social<br />
medial appropriately and safely. Pros and Cons of Social Media for Employees.<br />
2 Category A Credits<br />
NEW<br />
NEW<br />
Supersizing Radiology:<br />
The Obesity Connection & Adolescent Patients<br />
This study material will discuss obesity in detail and focus on imaging the obese<br />
patient.<br />
2 Category A Credits<br />
Alzheimer’s Disease and the Frontiers of Imaging<br />
Imaging modalities used to diagnosis such as SPECT, PET, and MRI have been the<br />
most useful tools. These are used in conjunction with mental status examinations<br />
for evaluation.<br />
2 Category A Credits<br />
NEW<br />
Radiology Challenge: The Impaired Patient<br />
Focus on special needs patients with hearing, vision, or acquired brain impairment<br />
2 Category A Credits<br />
Register @ www.AHEConline.com<br />
2 - 2 Credits<br />
Death with Dignity<br />
This study material will discuss the basic arguments of the euthanasia controversy,<br />
the attitudes toward euthanasia in the world, medical legal cases that<br />
have influenced the euthanasia debate and more.<br />
2 Category A Credits<br />
The Threat of Tuberculosis<br />
Tuberculosis is the top single infectious killer of adults worldwide, and it lies dormant<br />
in one of three people according to the World <strong>Health</strong> Organization (WHO).<br />
2 Category A Credits<br />
Mysteries of the Brain and the<br />
Life of the Mind<br />
The intertwining of the brain and the mind are explored as we look at what makes us<br />
“tick”. The root causes of addictive behaviors, the effects of traumatic brain injuries,<br />
chemical imbalances and more contribute to the mysteries of the brain and the life of<br />
the mind. This lesson opens a new chapter for the future role of radiology.<br />
2 Category A Credits<br />
Thoracic Cavity Positioning and<br />
Radiologic Procedures<br />
Sharpen your skills and reduce your repeat rates in this common but<br />
difficult procedure<br />
2 Category A Credits<br />
HIV to AIDS<br />
Learn about the risks to the healthcare worker<br />
2 Category A Credits<br />
Digital Radiography for Non-Techno Geeks<br />
Expand your knowledge about the future of imaging in digital technology<br />
2 Category A Credits<br />
Basic EKG for Radiology<br />
Learn the cardiac elements shown in an electrocardiogram and how they relate to<br />
the function or non-function of the heart.<br />
2 Category A Credits<br />
The People’s Court: A Case Study<br />
Eye-opening case study that presents the actual court depositions and consequences<br />
of an emergency situation gone wrong.<br />
2 Category A Credits<br />
Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome<br />
Despite advances in medicine, ARDS remains one of the leading causes of mortality<br />
among critically ill people. Radiologic technologists play a vital role in acquiring<br />
images necessary for an accurate diagnosis.<br />
2 Category A Credits<br />
Violence Goes to Work in Radiology Too<br />
This independent learning material will open your eyes to the true definitions of<br />
these workplace issues as it reveals violence in the workplace and domestic violence<br />
going to work as well. We will discuss causes of violence in hospitals, where<br />
violence occurs and those most at risk!<br />
2 Category A credits<br />
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NEW<br />
NEW<br />
2.5 - 4 Credits<br />
Total Joint Arthroplasty<br />
Learn what you may see radiographically with joint replacement, and be amazed at<br />
the amazing medical progress made in this dynamic field.<br />
2.5 Category A credits<br />
Conscious Sedation in the Radiology Department<br />
Hospitals across the nation struggle with the logistical and medical difficulties<br />
associated with providing conscious sedation in radiology. What is the radiographer’s<br />
role and when is an intervention required?<br />
2.5 Category A Credits<br />
The Reality of Risk:<br />
Pathogens That Make <strong>Us</strong> Sick<br />
Assess the risks and preventative measures that will keep you safe. Finally, there<br />
is a product that adequately addresses the potential risk to medical imaging professionals<br />
from occupational exposures to HBV, HCV, and HIV.<br />
3.0 Category A Credits<br />
Breast Imaging and Cancer Detection<br />
Today and Tomorrow<br />
This breast imaging home study will enhance even the most experienced mammographer<br />
with information on breast cancer, treatment and complimentary<br />
breast imaging modalities.<br />
3 Category A Credits<br />
Medical Emergencies in Radiology<br />
Successfully address your needs for imaging procedures in this lesson.<br />
3 Category A Credits<br />
Computed and Digital Radiography<br />
Equipment and Exposure<br />
Learn the “how” & “why” of the newest technologies for imaging.<br />
3 Category A Credits<br />
“The Female Breast” Anatomy and Physiology<br />
This new homestudy available on DVD and streaming video. This homestudy<br />
discusses gross breast anatomy and the changes that occur in the breast as<br />
a woman ages.<br />
3 Category A Credits<br />
NEW<br />
Fundamentals of Mammography<br />
This new homestudy available on DVD and streaming video. This educational activity<br />
presents topics pertaining to the performance of mammographic procedures.<br />
A thorough understanding of the definitions used to differentiate screening vs.<br />
diagnostic mammography will be discussed.<br />
3 Category A Credits<br />
Mammography: Analog Technical Factors<br />
This new homestudy available on DVD and streaming video. This course provides a<br />
thorough review of the technical applications of film screen mammography and how<br />
to optimize each of them.<br />
3 Category A Credits<br />
NEW<br />
Digital Basics<br />
Learn the basics of direct x-ray and digital imaging.<br />
4 Category A Credits<br />
NEW<br />
NEW<br />
NEW<br />
All Home Studies are for individual use.<br />
Denotes Home Study is also available online.<br />
Denotes Home Study Literature & Post Test are on CD.<br />
Denotes Home Study includes a text book and require<br />
a shipping fee
Home Studies<br />
4 - 4.5 Credits<br />
CT & MRI Pathology - A Pocket Atlas<br />
Easy to use reference guide filled with CT & MRI images of pathology<br />
4 Category A Credits<br />
Mammography: Film Screen Quality Control<br />
This new homestudy available on DVD and streaming video. This course provides<br />
a thorough review of the eleven film screen quality control procedures mandated<br />
by MQSA. The required frequencies, operating limits and image quality will be<br />
discussed in this course.<br />
4 Category A Credits<br />
Emergency Care of the Patient<br />
A good synopsis of the fundamentals of emergency care required for patients<br />
Lesson 1:Pitfalls and Assessment<br />
Lesson 2:Chest Pain, Syncope, and Shock<br />
Lesson 3: Anaphylactic Shock, Bleeding, & Epilepsy<br />
Lesson 4: Mechanical Breathing Aids<br />
4 Category A Credits<br />
Digital Imaging for Beginners<br />
Digital imaging is here, but is the “knobology” training the vendors supply during<br />
applications enough? Unless you completed x-ray school after 2003, digital imaging<br />
training has been either been nonexistent or sketchy at the best.<br />
4 Category A Credits<br />
A Woman’s Anatomy, Physiology, and Breast<br />
Pathology for Mammographers<br />
A study in breast disease and breast cancer and the constantly changing woman’s<br />
breast throughout her lifetime.<br />
4 Category A Credits<br />
Emergency Medicine and Trauma Imaging<br />
Lots of examples to explain the intricacies of emergency imaging<br />
4 Category A Credits<br />
HIV Essentials<br />
This home study will take you from diagnosis to treatment while discussing viral<br />
transmission and stages of HIV infection.<br />
4 Category A Credits<br />
The Inside Story on AIDS: Experts<br />
Answer Your Questions<br />
Get your questions about AIDS answered in this course.<br />
4 Category A Credits<br />
NEW<br />
NEW<br />
Sound Advice for the Ultrasound Lab:<br />
Echocardiographic Protocol<br />
This new homestudy available on DVD and streaming video discusses the basic<br />
echocardiogram with demonstration of appropriate cardiac windows and the anatomy<br />
that needs to be identified in each one.<br />
4 SDMS Credits 4 Category 1 Credits<br />
NEW<br />
Sound Advice for the Ultrasound Lab:<br />
Abdominal Protocol<br />
This new homestudy available on DVD and streaming video may be used as a guide<br />
to performing a complete abdominal ultrasound examination in the exam room.<br />
4 Category 1 Credits<br />
NEW<br />
Quality Management<br />
Tools to help you design and implement your own QM program Lessons 1 & 2<br />
4.5 Category A Credits<br />
May be used to satisfy MQSA mammography continuing education requirements. (D)<br />
5 - 15 Credits<br />
Truth about Radiation Exposure<br />
Examine both sides of the radiation exposure controversy about occupational<br />
exposure<br />
Lessons 1, 2 & 3 - 5 Category A Credits<br />
CR: Making the Change<br />
Technologists must learn CR Technology concepts<br />
5 Category A Credits<br />
World Religions for <strong>Health</strong>care Professionals<br />
You will explore traditional views of health, sickness, death and dying practices,<br />
controversial bioethical beliefs, and the “do’s and don’ts” of caring for patients of<br />
each religion.<br />
6 Category A Credits<br />
Accident & Emergency Radiology -A Survival Guide<br />
Learn the how and why of trauma radiography<br />
6 Category A Credits<br />
Digital Mammography Principles & Applications<br />
As a professional mammographer you have MQSA, State inspection, and HIPAA<br />
under control! Then along comes digital…<br />
6 Category A Credits<br />
EZ MRI Physics and Equipment<br />
Get started in MRI theory with this activity.<br />
9 Category A Credits<br />
Ethics and Basic Law for Medical<br />
Imaging Professionals<br />
Examine your personal & professional ethics & learn problem solving<br />
9.5 Category A Credits<br />
Mammography & Beyond Developing Technologies for<br />
the Early Detection of Breast Cancer<br />
Learn about current breast imaging technology and practice<br />
9.5 Category A Credits<br />
ECG’s Made Easy<br />
You can learn to evaluate the rhythms of the cardiac cycle<br />
10 Category A Credits<br />
CT Teaching Manual<br />
Get started learning the principles of Computed Tomography (CT)<br />
10 Category A Credits<br />
Radiographic Pathology for Technologists<br />
Improve your skills in disease evaluation and radiographic changes with case studies<br />
12 Category A Credits<br />
Improving Your Radiographic Skills<br />
The Basic Principles of good quality radiography are highlighted in this series of lessons.<br />
12 Category A credits<br />
Trauma and Mobile Radiography<br />
Increase your knowledge beyond the basics for trauma and portable radiography<br />
12 Category A Credits<br />
Getting Started in PACS Series<br />
Modules 1, 2 & 3 - PACS Administration<br />
12.5 Category A Credits<br />
63<br />
Pricing<br />
Credits Title Price ea.<br />
1.0 Arthritis: The Inflammation in a Joint ................................... $ 16.95<br />
1.0 Infection Control: “It’s Everyone’s Responsibility” ............... $ 16.95<br />
1.0 Radiology Challenge: The Geriatric Patient ......................... $ 16.95<br />
1.0 The Many Faces of Hepatitis .......................................... $ 16.95<br />
1.5 Venipuncture & Pharmacology for Contrast Media Procedures . $ 16.95<br />
1.5 A Method to the Madness - Emergency Room Radiography ....... $ 18.95<br />
2.0 Basic Fundamentals of Pharmacology, Drugs, & Contrast Media . $ 24.95<br />
2.0 What Were You Thinking? The Social Media Dilemma ...... $ 32.95<br />
2.0 Supersizing Radiology:<br />
The Obesity Connection & Adolescent Patients ................. $ 25.95<br />
2.0 Alzheimer’s Disease and the Frontiers of Imaging .............. $ 25.95<br />
2.0 Death with Dignity ............................................................. $ 25.95<br />
2.0 The Threat of Tuberculosis .................................................. $ 25.95<br />
2.0 Radiology Challenge: The Impaired Patient ......................... $ 24.95<br />
2.0 Mysteries of the Brain and the Life of the Mind .................. $ 24.95<br />
2.0 Thoracic Cavity Positioning and Radiologic Procedures ........ $ 24.95<br />
2.0 HIV to AIDS ................................................................... $ 27.95<br />
2.0 Digital Radiography for Non-Techno Geeks ........................ $ 24.95<br />
2.0 Basic EKG for Radiology ...................................................... $ 24.95<br />
2.0 People’s Court: A Case Study .............................................. $ 24.95<br />
2.0 Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome ................................. $ 24.95<br />
2.0 Violence Goes to Work in Radiology Too ........................... $ 25.95<br />
2.5 Total Joint Arthroplasty ....................................................... $ 31.25<br />
2.5 Conscious Sedation in the Radiology Department .............. $ 31.25<br />
3.0 The Reality of Risk: Pathogens That Make <strong>Us</strong> Sick .......... $ 36.95<br />
3.0 Breast Imaging & Cancer Detection Today & Tomorrow ....... $ 45.00<br />
3.0 Medical Emergencies in Radiology ..................................... $ 36.95<br />
3.0 Computed & Digital Radiography: Equipment & Exposure .. $ 36.95<br />
3.0 “The Female Breast” Anatomy and Physiology ............... $ 59.95<br />
3.0 Fundamentals of Mammography .................................... $ 59.95<br />
3.0 Mammography: Analog Technical Factors ..................... $ 59.95<br />
4.0 CT & MRI Pathology - A Pocket Atlas .................................. $ 89.95<br />
4.0 Mammography: Film Screen Quality Control ................. $ 79.95<br />
4.0 Digital Basics ................................................................. $ 49.95<br />
4.0 Emergency Care of the Patient - 4 lessons ........................... $ 49.95<br />
4.0 Digital Imaging for Beginners ......................................... $ 49.95<br />
4.0 A Woman’s Anatomy, Physiology and Breast Pathology<br />
for the Mammographer .................................................. $ 59.95<br />
4.0 Emergency Medicine and Trauma Imaging ...................... $ 49.95<br />
4.0 HIV Essentials........................................................................... $ 49.95<br />
Additional post tests................................................................ $ 37.50<br />
4.0 Inside Story on AIDS, The: Experts Answer Your Questions ..... $ 49.95<br />
Additional post tests................................................................ $ 37.50<br />
4.0 Sound Advice for the Ultrasound Lab: Echocardiographic Protocol $<br />
89.95<br />
4.0 Sound Advice for the Ultrasound Lab: Abdominal Protocol ....... $ 89.95<br />
4.5 Quality Management - Lessons 1 & 2 .................................. $ 45.95<br />
5.0 Truth about Radiation Exposure - Lesson 1, 2, 3 ................... $ 62.50<br />
5.0 CR: Making the Change ................................................... $ 62.50<br />
6.0 World Religions for <strong>Health</strong>care Professionals ....................... $ 89.95<br />
Additional post tests................................................................. $ 59.95<br />
6.0 Accident and Emergency Radiology - A Survival Guide ....... $ 69.95<br />
Additional post tests................................................................. $ 53.00<br />
6.0 Digital Mammography Principles & Applications ............. $ 89.95<br />
9.0 EZ MRI Physics and Equipment .......................................... $ 116.95<br />
9.5 Ethics & Basic Law for Medical Imaging Professionals ......... $ 96.00<br />
Additional post tests................................................................. $ 72.00<br />
9.5 Mammography and Beyond ............................................... $ 109.00<br />
Additional post tests. ............................................................... $ 82.00<br />
10.0 ECGs Made Easy .................................................................. $ 99.95<br />
Additional post tests................................................................. $ 75.00<br />
10.0 CT Teaching Manual .......................................................... $ 134.00<br />
Additional post tests............................................................... $ 100.50<br />
12.0 Radiologic Pathology for Technologists .............................. $ 119.00<br />
Additional post tests................................................................ $ 90.00<br />
12.0 Improving Your Radiographic Skills - Volume 1 ............. $ 129.95<br />
12.0 Trauma and Mobile Radiography ....................................... $ 119.00<br />
Additional post tests................................................................ $ 90.00<br />
12.5 Getting Started in PACS Series - Modules 1-3 .................... $ 179.95
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Home Study Order Form<br />
Credits Title Price ea. Qty. Subtotal<br />
1.0 Arthritis: The Inflammation in a Joint $16.95<br />
1.0 Infection Control: “It’s Everyone’s Responsibility” $16.95<br />
1.0 Radiology Challenge: The Geriatric Patient $16.95<br />
1.0 The Many Faces of Hepatitis $16.95<br />
1.5 Venipuncture & Pharmacology for<br />
Contrast Media Procedures $16.95<br />
1.5 A Method to the Madness - Emergency Room Radiography $18.95<br />
2.0 Basic Fundamentals of Pharmacology,<br />
Drugs, & Contrast Media $24.95<br />
2.0 What Were You Thinking? The Social Media Dilemma $32.95<br />
2.0 Supersizing Radiology:<br />
The Obesity Connection & Adolescent Patients $25.95<br />
2.0 Alzheimer’s Disease and the Frontiers of Imaging $25.95<br />
2.0 Death with Dignity $25.95<br />
2.0 The Threat of Tuberculosis $25.95<br />
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