The UCSF Neuro & Musculoskeletal Imaging course, offered by the UCSF School of Medicine Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, provides clinicians with an update on various fundamentals of neuroradiological and musculoskeletal imaging. Here are the key details about this course:
Description:
This course is designed to offer clinicians an update on essential aspects of Neuro and Musculoskeletal imaging.
The course covers topics related to CT and MR imaging techniques and other methods to enhance image quality.
Participants will have access to the latest information on recent advances in neuro CT/MRI protocols and advanced MRI techniques.
The content of the course is aimed at improving the ability to differentially diagnose conditions related to the adult and pediatric brain, head & neck, spine and spinal cord lesions, and the musculoskeletal system.
Topics & Speakers:
The course covers a wide range of topics including CNS Infections, Brain Tumor Mimics, Hip and Pelvis MRI, Pediatric Epilepsy, Bone Marrow Imaging, and many others.
Expert faculty members from UCSF and guest faculty contribute to the course content.
Course Co-Chairs:
Christopher P. Hess, MD, PhD, Associate Professor of Radiology, Chief of Neuroradiology at Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
Lynne S. Steinbach, MD, Professor of Radiology and Orthopaedic Surgery.
Accreditation:
The University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine (UCSF) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Learning Objectives:
Participants in this course will learn to improve CT/MR imaging protocols for neuro and musculoskeletal imaging.
They will be able to recognize specific imaging features of various neurological conditions and musculoskeletal abnormalities.
The course covers topics related to brain tumors, spine injuries, CNS infections, and much more.
Participants will also learn to differentiate normal and abnormal bone marrow processes in children and improve MRI evaluation of various musculoskeletal conditions.
This course is a valuable resource for radiologists and clinicians looking to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in neuro and musculoskeletal imaging. For more detailed information and registration, you can visit the UCSF Neuro & Musculoskeletal Imaging homepage.
