CMR - Theory and Practical Applications for Radiographers
London , United Kingdom
Tuition Fee
GBP 325
Per year
Start Date
Medium of studying
Blended
Duration
1.0 days
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Diploma
Major
Radiography
Area of study
Medicine & Health | Science
Minor
Radiologist Assistant | Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer | Radiation Protection/Health Physics Technician | Radiation Oncology | Radiologic Physics
Education type
Blended
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
GBP 325
About Program
Program Overview
This comprehensive CMR course provides radiographers with a deep understanding of CMR theory and practical skills. It covers topics from basic MRI safety to advanced techniques like mapping and congenital imaging. In-person attendees have the added benefit of live scanner visits.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- This course provides a comprehensive understanding of Cardiac Magnetic Resonance (CMR) as a clinical application in practice.
- It covers basic MRI safety/physics, the theory and practical skills behind performing simple and complex CMR scans.
- Current topics like mapping and contrast safety, and less explored areas like Congenital imaging are also included.
- Attendees will benefit from tips and tricks to improve their skills.
- The course aims to equip participants with knowledge and skills to improve their future practice.
- It has been endorsed by the College of Radiographers for CPD purposes.
- In-person attendees have access to scanner visits in the last session.
Outline:
- Topics:
- Clinical Value of CMR
- MR Safety/CMR Physics
- Scanning device patients
- Basic CMR
- Perfusion scanning
- Aortograms and Flow imaging
- T1/T2 and ECV Mapping
- Contrast safety
- Congenital Cardiac MRI
- Tips and Tricks: the difficult patient
- Ectopics vs Arrythmias
- Artefacts
- LGE- CMRs Golden Egg
- Future of CMR
- In-person attendees will join a live scanning session
- Structure:
- Mixture of lectures and practical sessions.
- Modules:
Teaching:
- The course employs a mix of lectures and practical sessions.
- The instructor is Professor Amedeo Chiribiri, a Professor in Cardiovascular Imaging and Consultant Cardiologist at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital.
Careers:
- The course is targeted towards radiographers, imaging assistants, and clinical fellows seeking to enhance their knowledge and practical skills in CMR.
- The acquired skills and knowledge can be directly applied in their future practice.
Other:
- The course is offered in both in-person and online formats.
- Fees vary depending on the attendee's affiliation and chosen format.
- Discounts are available for certain groups.
- The course is open to all interested individuals, regardless of prior experience.
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