September 8 - 12, 2014 - The Kahler Grand Hotel, Rochester, MN

Course Directors: Howe, Benjamin M.  | Hunt, Christopher H., M.D.  | Kurup, Anil Nicholas, M.D. | Levin, David L., M.D., Ph.D.

Essentials of Radiology: A Mayo Clinic Review is designed for practicing radiologists and upper-level residents who desire a comprehensive and concise review of diagnostic radiology and its subspecialty areas. The course emphasizes a practical approach to imaging that is applicable to radiologists throughout their careers. Mayo Clinic Department of Radiology experts will conduct a series of didactic lectures. A mobile application for both Android and iOS (Apple) mobile users will be provided to attendees one week prior to the course. Within the app, attendees will have the opportunity to browse through slides, take notes, highlight and access additional course information including speaker bio information and local attractions. The slides will also be accessible online through a website for laptop users. This element of the course will bring the images directly to the participant, allowing for better visualization of even the most subtle finding. Attendees will have an opportunity to participate in ten (10) American Board of Radiology Self-Assessment Modules (SAMs).

Registration Fee

The registration fee includes course tuition, a comprehensive course syllabus on a flash drive, the Radiology CME mobile application, daily continental breakfasts, break refreshments and lunches (meeting participants only) and the welcome reception.

Learning Objectives

Upon conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

• Discuss pertinent differential diagnoses for common diseases encountered in diagnostic radiology
• Describe appropriate imaging techniques and procedures used in each of the diagnostic radiology subspecialties, including cardiac radiology, nuclear medicine, interventional radiology, neuroradiology, genitourinary radiology, gastrointestinal radiology, pediatric radiology, thoracic radiology, ultrasound, breast imaging and musculoskeletal radiology
• Discuss common vascular and nonvascular interventions

Attendance at this Mayo course does not indicate nor guarantee competence or proficiency in the performance of any procedures which may be discussed or taught in this course.

Credit Information

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Mayo Clinic College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 42.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Other Health Care Professionals

A certificate of attendance will be provided to other health care professionals for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies, or other professional associations.

Self-Assessment Modules (SAMs)

Attendees will have an opportunity to participate in 10 American Board of Radiology Self-Assessment Modules (SAMs).

Core Competencies

• Medical Knowledge
• Interpersonal and Communication Skills
• Professionalism
• Patient care
• Practice based learning and improvement
• Systems-based Practice