Earn up to 8 continuing education credits on courses presented during ASRT@RSNA. Each course is approved for 1 Category A+ CE credit.
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Dr. Timothy Szczykutowicz, DABR
Repeated imaging is a source of wasted time, wasted contrast agent, extra patient radiation exposure and unpredictable exam scheduling. This session will review what causes repeated imaging in computed tomography, describe current methods to monitor and track repeated imaging and offer solutions for sites wishing to decrease repeated imaging at their institutions.
1:30-2:30 p.m.
Dr. Melissa B. Pergola, R.T.(R)(M), FASRT
This course will provide attendees with the skills and knowledge to provide effective leadership that will help them promote efficient and effective work teams and patient care. The content is based on the concept that leadership is exercised through personal example, initiating actions, and communication that influences and encourages professional excellence.
3-4 p.m.
Amy Heath, M.S., R.T.(T), FASRT
Radiation therapy, like other specialties in the radiological sciences, continues to change at a remarkable pace. One significant change has been the addition of magnetic resonance imaging into all steps of the radiation therapy process. This session will describe how MRI scans are being used throughout the radiation therapy process, as well as compare and contrast the equipment and images used for radiation therapy and diagnostic purposes.
5-6 p.m.
Jennifer Carey, M.Org.M, B.H.Sc., R.T.(R)
Experiential learning philosophy incorporates relational learning and storytelling to enhance the learning experience of sensitive subject matter such as mental wellness. To address the gap in mental health promotion among MRTs, a storytelling panel was developed that enabled participants to share how mental health struggles have affected their lives. This session will discuss the background and development process of a technologist storytelling panel and its affect on mental health.
8-9 a.m.
Barry Daly, M.D.
The recent rapid growth of narcotic abuse worldwide may be described as the unseen pandemic behind the pandemic. The last two years have seen increasing addiction, with rapidly worsening overdose and related death rates. This session will describe the recent evolution of newer, more dangerous illegal drug formulations and recent advances in imaging techniques for drug detection and interdiction. The detection of concealed contraband drugs in hospital emergency departments and in prisons also will be addressed. The high prevalence of street drug use in the U.S. and other countries should encourage radiologic technologists to be aware of this serious global health problem.
9:30-10:30 a.m.
Cheryl DuBose, Ed.D., R.T.(R)(CT)(MR)(QM), MRSO, FASRT
Participants will gain an understanding of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists’ mission and how the Standards of Ethics supports the mission. The purpose of the aspirational Code of Ethics and enforceable Rules of Ethics also will be discussed.
Jennifer Clayton, M.B.A., R.T.(R)(CT)
In this session, the speaker will discuss various ethical and legal issues related to imaging and the will share information related to engagement, being actively involved as imaging professionals and the importance of advocacy.
Theodore Vanderlaan, J.D., R.T. (R)
This course will take the participant through the elements of a malpractice case, compare and contrast criminal lawsuits and civil cases, and define the term negligence and explain how it’s determined. Through the use of multimedia, participants will learn how a malpractice case occurred in an imaging department and experience what it’s like to be in a deposition as a patient and as a technologist. Attendees will have the opportunity to side with the plaintiff or defendant, decide the case and compare their verdict to the actual outcome of the case. Finally, the presenter will explore ways to mitigate the risk of a malpractice case in the workplace.