Radiology CME–

The Stanford Department of Radiology Presents

17th Annual Winter Diagnostic Imaging Update
January 5 - 9, 2009
Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch
Beaver Creek, Colorado

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Learning Objectives

This course is intended for practicing radiologists and radiology technologists, nurses, and others who are interested in current techniques and applications for abdominal, breast, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular and thoracic imaging applications.

At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to:

Statement of Need

This course is designed to provide the tools for participants to keep current with the latest imaging technologies and integrate their new knowledge into clinical practice by presenting in-depth information on state-of-the-art techniques and promising new directions in abdominal, breast, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, and thoracic imaging.

Accreditation

The Stanford University School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation:

The Stanford University School of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of 21.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commesurate with the extent of their participation in this activity.

Technologists: This course has been approved for up to 18.0 ARRT Category A CE credits for those technologists attending the entire course. Please be sure to print a copy of the Technologist Guidelines (also available on-site at the technologist registration desk) which details the CEU credit breakdown and instructions for receiving credit.

Program

Sunday, January 4, 2009

5:00-6:00 pm Welcome Reception

Monday, January 5, 2009

6:30-7:00 am Registration & Check-in, Continental Breakfast & Exhibits

MORNING SESSION
Moderator: Debra M. Ikeda, M.D.

7:00-7:30 Digital Mammography Update
Debra M. Ikeda, M.D.

7:30-8:15 US of the Acute Abdomen in the MDCT Era
R. Brooke Jeffrey, M.D.

8:15-9:00 Breast MRI Update
Debra M. Ikeda, M.D.

9:00-9:15 Questions & Answers

AFTERNOON SESSION
Moderator: R. Brooke Jeffrey, M.D.

3:45-4:00 pm Après-Ski Refreshments & Exhibits

4:00-4:45 MDCT of the Pancreas
R. Brooke Jeffrey, M.D.

4:45-5:30 Vascular Ultrasound: Carotid and Renal
F. Graham Sommer, M.D.

5:30-6:15 US of the Neck Nodes and Parathyroid Glands
R. Brooke Jeffrey, M.D.

6:15-6:30 Questions & Answers

Tuesday, January 6, 2009

6:30-7:00 am Registration & Check-in, Continental Breakfast & Exhibits

MORNING SESSION
Moderator: F. Graham Sommer, M.D.

7:00-7:30 Renal MDCT 2009
F. Graham Sommer, M.D.

7:30-8:15 Transplant Evaluation
Aya Kamaya, M.D.

8:15-9:00 Scrotal Sonography Update
F. Graham Sommer, M.D.

9:00-9:15 Questions & Answers

AFTERNOON SESSION
Moderator: Debra M. Ikeda, M.D.

3:45-4:00 pm Après-Ski Refreshments & Exhibits

4:00-4:45 Challenging Breast Cases: MRI, Digital, US
Debra M. Ikeda, M.D.

4:45-5:30 Acute Gynecologic Emergency Imaging
Aya Kamaya, M.D.

5:30-6:15 Image-Guided Breast Biopsies
Debra M. Ikeda, M.D.

6:15-6:30 Questions & Answers

Wednesday, January 7, 2009

6:30-7:00 am Registration & Check-in, Continental Breakfast & Exhibits

MORNING SESSION
Moderator: Aya Kamaya, M.D.

7:00-7:30 HCC in the New Millennium
Aya Kamaya, M.D.

7:30-8:15 Thoracic Manifestations of Connective Tissue Diseases
Ann N. Leung, M.D.

8:15-9:00 MDCT of Abdominal Trauma
Aya Kamaya, M.D.

9:00-9:15 Questions & Answers

AFTERNOON SESSION
Moderator: Ann N. Leung, M.D.

3:45-4:00 pm Après-Ski Refreshments & Exhibits

4:00-4:45 Pulmonary Infection in the Immunocompromised Host
Ann N. Leung, M.D.

4:45-5:30 Metabolic Bone Disease
Kathryn J. Stevens, M.D.

5:30-5:45 Questions & Answers

6:00 pm Stanford Conference Dinner
Zach's Cabin Restaurant

Thursday, January 8, 2009

6:30-7:00 am Registration & Check-in, Continental Breakfast & Exhibits

MORNING SESSION
Moderator: Kathryn J. Stevens, M.D.

7:00-7:45 Pulmonary Embolism Update
Ann N. Leung, M.D.

7:45-8:15 MRI of the Elbow
Kathryn J. Stevens, M.D.

8:15-9:00 Lung Nodule Evaluation
Ann N. Leung, M.D.

9:00-9:15 Questions & Answers

AFTERNOON SESSION
Moderator: Christopher F. Beaulieu, M.D., Ph.D.

3:45-4:00 pm Après-Ski Refreshments & Exhibits

4:00-4:45 Practical Concepts for MSK MRI Protocol Design
Christopher F. Beaulieu, M.D., Ph.D.

4:45-5:30 CT Technology Design: What Is New, and Who Needs What?
Dominik Fleischmann, M.D.

5:30-6:15 Essentials of Musculoskeletal Procedures
Christopher F. Beaulieu, M.D., Ph.D.

6:15-6:30 Questions & Answers

Friday, January 9, 2009

6:30-7:00 am Registration & Check-in, Continental Breakfast & Exhibits

MORNING SESSION
Moderator: Dominik Fleischmann, M.D.

7:00-7:45 Principles and Practice of Scanning and Injecting Protocol Design for Cardiovascular CT
Dominik Fleischmann, M.D.

7:45-8:30 MRI of the Brachial Plexus
Christopher F. Beaulieu, M.D., Ph.D.

8:30-9:15 MRI of the Foot and Ankle
Kathryn J. Stevens, M.D.

9:15-9:45 Uncommon Vascular Disorders
Dominik Fleischmann, M.D.

9:45-10:00 Questions & Answers

Course Adjourns

All lectures will be held in the meeting rooms of the Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch. Registration and check-in will begin at 6:30 a.m. on Monday, January 5, 2009.

Disclaimer: The information provided at this CME/CE activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient's medical condition.

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Faculty

Course Director:

F. Graham Sommer, M.D.
Professor of Radiology
Stanford University School of Medicine

Faculty- Stanford University School of Medicine:

Christopher F. Beaulieu, M.D., Ph.D.
Professor of Radiology
Chief of Musculoskeletal Imaging

Dominik Fleischmann, M.D.
Associate Professor of Radiology
Director of Computerized Tomography

Debra M. Ikeda, M.D.
Professor of Radiology
Director of Mammography

R. Brooke Jeffrey, M.D.
Professor of Radiology
Director of Abdominal Imaging
Vice Chairman, Department of Radiology

Aya Kamaya, M.D.
Assistant Professor of Radiology

Ann N. Leung, M.D.
Professor of Radiology
Associate Chair of Clinical Affairs
Section Chief of Thoracic Imaging

Kathryn J. Stevens, M.D.
Assistant Professor of Radiology and Orthopaedic Surgery


Faculty Disclosure: The Stanford University School of Medicine adheres to ACCME Essential Areas, Standards, and Policies regarding industry support of continuing medical education. Disclosure of faculty and commercial relationships will be made known prior to the activity. Speakers are required to openly disclose any limitations of data and/or any discussion of any off-label, experimental, or investigational uses of drugs or devices in their presentations.

Accommodations

The Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch is nestled in a quiet valley at the base of Beaver Creek Mountain in Colorado. The ski resort offers an amazing 21,000 square foot spa, plush guestrooms, and ski-in/ski-out convenience in a setting that captures the spirit of the American West and is the heart of Colorado mountain luxury. The 220-room hotel offers panoramic views from 95 percent of guestrooms and suites. Opened in November 2002, the resort made it on the "Hot List" of the best new hotels in the world in Condé Nast Traveler.

We have reserved a block of Valley View rooms at $375 per night, and suites at $695 per night (subject to availability) for our conference attendees. All rooms are subject to tax and are for single or double occupancy. To receive this special rate please make your reservation no later than December 5, 2008. Rooms are reserved on a  first-come, first-served basis, and may sell out before the cut-off date.

Call the Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch today direct at 1-970-748-6200 or 1-800-241-3333 to make your reservation, and be sure to identify yourself as a participant of this conference in order to receive this special rate.

For more information on the Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch, please visit their website at http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/BachelorGulch/

Travel

Beaver Creek Mountain, in the Vail area of Colorado, is one of the most conveniently located ski resorts in Colorado. Vail/Eagle County Airport, serviced by American, Continental, Delta, Northwest, and United Airlines, is only 25 minutes away. In addition, Beaver Creek is only 2 hours from the Denver International Airport.
Shuttle or taxi transportation can be arranged with the Concierge department at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel: (970) 748-6200, or by calling Colorado Mountain Express at 1-800-525-6363, or booking on their website: www.ridecme.com

Special Airfares and discount car rentals: Summit Travel has been chosen as the official travel agency for this conference. Summit Travel's knowledgeable staff are at your service Monday-Friday, 7:00am-5:30pm, PST. Call Summit Travel at 1-800-338-1308 (within U.S. or Canada) or +1-650-688-3578.

Special meeting discounts on airfare and car rentals have been arranged for our attendees and their guests. The airlines offer discounts off published fares and special area pricing rates.

Call American Airlines at 1-800-433-1790, and reference Tour Code Number A1519SS.

Call United Airlines at 1-800-521-4041, and reference Meeting ID Code 502BH.

Call Hertz Car Rental at 1-800-654-2240, and refer to CV # 01YN0015, or book online at www.hertz.com, and enter the CV number on the reservation page.

Call Avis at 1-800-331-1600, and refer to AWD #D004951, or book online at http://www.avis.com/, and enter the AWD number on the reservation page.

Additional Travel Information

High Altitude Precautions
Increase in altitude = decrease in oxygen available in the air. As a result many people suffer from High Altitude Sickness.
Symptoms include:

To combat the symptoms of high altitude sickness:

Adequate Clothing
Bring clothing that you can layer so you can comfortably adjust to temperature changes. Ideally, your first layer should 'wick' - keeping moisture away from your skin and ensuring your core stays warm. Your external layer should provide wind and moisture protection.

Sun Protection
At 10,000 feet (3,048 m), exposure to the sun is 40% greater than it is at sea level. Sunscreen (at least SPF 30) is recommended for all exposed skin, particularly the face, lips and neck. Be certain to protect your eyes with goggles or sunglasses.

For more detailed information visit one of these websites:
http://www.ismmed.org/np_altitude_tutorial.htm
http://familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/healthy/physical/injuries/247.html

Activities

Stanford Conference Dinner - Wednesday Evening, Zach's Cabin Restaurant
Zach's Cabin is nestled in an aspen grove in the quiet serenity of Bachelor Gulch. Accessed by sleigh from the great room of the Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch, it is a magnificent on-mountain dining experience. Chef Tim McCaw's menu is best described as Creative American Cuisine with Pacific flair, and is enhanced by Zach's Cabin's superior service, rustic yet elegant interior, and inspiring on-mountain location. A recipient of the Wine Spectator 'Best Of' Award of Excellence, Zach's Cabin is a dining experience not to be missed.

Stanford Radiology has reserved Zach's Cabin on Wednesday night, January 7th, for the exclusive use of our conference registrants and guests. Cost per conference registrant is $45.00 per person. Cost per guest is $80.00 per person. There is also special pricing for children ages 3-11 of $45.00 per child (eating from the children's menu). The cost includes the roundtrip transportation via a snowcat-drawn open-air sleigh or an enclosed snowcat which departs from the Ritz-Carlton, a five-course meal of Appetizer, Chef's Amuse, Starter, Entrée and Dessert, sodas, coffee, tea, taxes and tips. Wine by the glass or bottle, beer and cocktails are available at a cash bar.

Sleighs will begin to depart at 5:45PM and leave approximately every 15 minutes for Zach's until everyone has arrived. All registered attendees will receive a sign-up form by email which will allow them to RSVP and select their entree choices.

Winter Sports:

Beaver Creek mountain is known for its unique diversity, exceptional snow quality and an award-winning ski and snowboard school. Alpine skiing, snowboarding, Nordic sports, dog-sledding, snowshoeing, ice skating, sleigh rides, and even hot air ballooning can be enjoyed here.

Ski and Snowboard Rentals

The Colorado Ticket: Now you can ski and ride more than 10,100 acres with a single interchangeable lift ticket. The Colorado Ticket gives you access to five resorts: Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge and Keystone - plus Arapahoe Basin. They are located within a forty-mile radius and easily accessible via a convenient shuttle service.
Discount lift tickets will be available to all conference attendees and their guests. The order form for discount tickets will be emailed to all registrants in the fall of 2008. For more information on skiing, boarding, and other winter activites, please visit: www.beavercreek.com and www.vail.com

Bachelor Gulch Spa: A 21,000 square foot spa with 19 treatment rooms and a co-ed rock grotto with a lazy river hot tub. An extensive menu of fitness, cosmetic, and therapeutic services for men and women promises release for the body, peace for the soul. Treatments are offered in a nature-inspired setting, where guests are surrounded by stout wood, polished rock and clear, flowing water. Fitness rooms feature stunning views up the mountain. Relaxation lounges inspire a total surrender.

Ritz Kids: Younger guests visiting the Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch and The Ritz-Carlton Club can enjoy special activites designed just for them at The Ritz Kids program. The Ritz Kids program offers fun and creative activites for children ages five through twelve, on a half-day or full day basis. Activites include: nature hikes, swimming and pool games, arts & crafts, fields trips to local parks, and marshmallow-roasting. The "Kids Night Out" program allows the children to get away for a night of fun, offering parents an opportunity to enjoy a romantic dinner or relax in the Bachelor Gulch Spa. Reservations are required for Ritz Kids. Please contact the Concierge department at the Ritz Carlton Hotel for more information: (970) 748-6200.

Dining and Shopping: Beaver Creek is known for lavish accommodations in the heart of the rockies. That's just the beginning: Enjoy live piano and jazz, dine at five-star restaurants, shop at world-class stores and galleries, catch a broadway performance, or kick back and watch your favorite game at a sports bar. For more information on dining and shopping, visit: www.beavercreek.com

Tuition and Registration
Postmarked by December 5, 2008
After Dec. 5, 2008
Practicing Physician
$925
$975
Stanford Alumni/Military/Retired
$825
$875
Technologist
$625
$675
Resident/Fellow/Nurse/ Physician Assistant
$625
$675

Note: Cancellations received in writing up to four weeks prior to the course will receive a refund minus a $75 handling fee. There will be no refunds for cancellations received after that time


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