Who
should attend this symposium?
This
post graduate course is the 40th
given by the faculty of the Albert Einstein College
of Medicine and Montefiore Medical Center.
This activity has
been designed for Nuclear Medicine Physicians,
Radiologists, Technologists and individuals
preparing for practice and for certifying
examinations of the American Boards of Nuclear
Medicine and Radiology.
Statement of Needs
PET/CT and SPECT/CT have proven to be powerful new
modalities quite capable
of assisting management decisions in a variety of
illnesses, particularly in Oncology. These important advances
have mandated the need for Nuclear Medicine
Physicians, Radiologists, Oncologists and
Technologists to expand their knowledge of this
rapidly evolving technology.
Educational Objectives
Following
attendance at this course, registrants will
be able to:
- Understand the
basic principles and clinical applications of
PET imaging.
- Be able to
integrate PET/CT imaging into the daily practice
of attendees in conjunction with other imaging
procedures, with emphasis on SPECT/CT.
- Develop an
understanding of recent developments in PET/CT
and SPECT/CT as they relate to Oncology,
Cardiology, Neurology, and Endocrinology.
- Learn the
relationships between PET/CT and Radiation
Treatment Planning.
Accreditation Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in
accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of
the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical
Education (ACCME) through joint sponsorship of
Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
The Albert Einstein
College of Medicine is accredited by the ACCME to
provide continuing medical education for physicians
Credit
Designation Statement
Albert Einstein
College of Medicine designates this educational
activity for a maximum of 23
AMA PRA
Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim
credit commensurate with the extent of their
participation in the activity.
VOICE
Credits
Technologist
VOICE credit is pending approval from the SNMTS.
