Essentials for Civil Surgeons: Interpreting Chest X-rays

February 6, 2025

Course Director: James Gaensbauer, MD, MScPH
Mayo Faculty: Melanie Swift, M.D., M.P.H., Civil Surgeon and Patricio Escalante, M.D., M.S.

February 6, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | Webinar Broadcast in Central Time

This webinar provides civil surgeons with essential knowledge on interpreting chest radiographs (x-rays) in the context of TB screening. The speaker will discuss key radiological findings such as infiltrates, cavitary lesions, and pleural effusion, as well as the importance of high-quality digital radiography and proper documentation.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

  • Identify when chest radiographs are required during TB screening.
  • Interpret common chest x-ray findings suggestive of infectious tuberculosis disease.
  • Apply the Technical Instructions for Civil Surgeons to ensure proper referral processes for applicants with abnormal chest x-ray results.

Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 1.00 ANCC
  • 1.00 Attendance
  • 1.00 IPCE
Event starts: 
02/06/2025 - 12:00pm
Event ends: 
02/06/2025 - 1:00pm
Internet Live Activity
Rochester, MN 55901
United States

February 6, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | Webinar Broadcast in Central Time

Mayo Faculty
Melanie Swift, M.D., M.P.H., Civil Surgeon
Patricio Escalante, M.D., M.S.

Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Credit Statement(s):

AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for a maximum of 1.00 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

IPCE
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 1.0 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.

Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.

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Available Credit

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 1.00 ANCC
  • 1.00 Attendance
  • 1.00 IPCE
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February 6, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | Webinar Broadcast in Central Time

To claim credit for livestream participation in this course, learners must view the content during the hours posted for the live activity. This course is not approved for on-demand delivery.

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