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ACR Education
Pediatric Radiology
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Alliance for Radiation Safety in Pediatric Imaging
Launches "Image Gentlysm"
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Children are more sensitive to radiation received from imaging scans than adults, and cumulative radiation exposure to their smaller, developing bodies could, over time, have adverse effects. To help ensure that imaging providers account for these factors, the ACR has joined the Alliance for Radiation Safety in Pediatric Imaging in launching the “Image Gently” campaign.
The College has also created this pediatric imaging page to help providers sharpen their skills in pediatric imaging and learn more about the special challenges that the imaging of children can present. The ACR feels that these products will be of assistance to members concerned with the safe and effective imaging of pediatric patients.
The Image Gently Web site (www.imagegently.org/) contains the latest information and protocol guidance to help imaging providers determine and develop the appropriate radiation techniques to use in the imaging of children. |
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Case in Point Pediatric Imaging Week: Feb. 4-8
To increase awareness of the challenges specific to pediatric radiology, Case in Point featured a week dedicated to images and conditions related to children.
Also, see the January 7th Case in Point about the increased use of CT scanning. Watch for future cases focusing on radiation dosage and children’s imaging safety.
Evaluate your skill at interpreting pediatric images at Case in Point.
ACR Member: Select 4 cases for 1 CME - FREE
Non-Member: Select 4 cases for 1 CME - $28 |
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| Evaluate Your Knowledge of Pediatric Radiology |
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Radiology Knowledge Assessment Test - Pediatric Test
RADKAT is the College's latest self-assessment product that allows members to test their skills in 11 subspecialty areas with instant feedback and immediate scoring. Complete, in-depth rationales are available after each test is completed. FREE for ACR Members only. To start the Pediatric test in RADKAT, click here.
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Professional Self-Evaluation Vol. 48 - Pediatric Disease V
Members: 20 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
This outstanding educational and reference volume is a “must-have” for radiologists at all career stages. It features 24 cases, with hundreds of images, test questions, and in-depth discussion on a variety of pediatric medical conditions and imaging modalities. This edition includes a mail-in answer sheet.
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CPI Pediatric Radiology Module 70
Now available without a subscription!
Members: Earn 6 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™ and 1 SAM credit. Available for the first time as a single issue! This module is in a new streamlined format. Receive 50 case-based multiple-choice questions, with an answer key and rationales included. Grade your test and file your score online to earn 6 CME and 1 SAM credits.
CPI Pediatric Radiology Module 58
Now available without a subscription!
Members: No CME. and no mail-in grading. Receive 50 case-based, multiple-choice questions, with an answer booklet and rationales included. Check your own answers for instant reinforcement and improved learning.
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Pediatric Learning Files
More than 800 cases!
Members: No CME. Price
Featuring 840 cases, this series uses a custom display interface with image manipulation, ability to print text, and improved self-evaluation mode. Chapters on pediatric radiology cover the following areas: chest, musculoskeletal, gastrointestinal, liver, spleen and pancreas, genitourinary, cardiovascular, neuroradiology, ear/nose/throat, and full-motion sequences in the cardiac section.
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| Improve Your Skills in Pediatric Radiology |
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Patient Safety SAM
New online non-clinical SAM credit
Members: 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ and 1 SAM credit.
This self-assessment module examines fundamental aspects of ionizing radiation hazards in the practice of pediatric CT through directed study of three publications.
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SPR Postgraduate Course Lecture Series
21 individual lectures
Members and Nonmembers: No CME —
Members-in-Training:
The Society for Pediatric Radiology postgraduate course features a series of informative refresher courses on such subjects as head and neck imaging, musculoskeletal intervention, and emergency radiology. Special focus sessions are also included on the important topics of radiation effects, fetal imaging, and the challenges of radiography in the digital age.
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Pediatric Radiology Symposium
16 individual lectures
Members: No CME.
Challenge yourself with this new 16-lecture series featuring world-renowned pediatric radiologists from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. Lectures cover such topics as neonatal chest imaging, fracture imaging and diagnosis, neonatal brain injuries, sports injuries, and more.
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ACR Appropriateness Criteria ® Relative Radiation Level Information
Many of the imaging examinations described in the ACR Appropriateness Criteria ® (AC) guidelines involve exposure of patients to ionizing radiation from radioactive materials or x-rays. In order to help assess this risk, a relative radiation level (RRL) indication has been included for each imaging examination. To access this Free document, click here.
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ACR White Paper on Radiation Dose in Medicine
This far-reaching and extensive set of recommendations is designed to counteract medical and societal trends which have contributed to any increased radiation dosage that Americans may experience as this beneficial technology advances. This white paper details a proposed action plan for radiation safety and is available in PDF format. To access this Free document, click here.
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| Make the Commitment to Perform Safer Pediatric Imaging |
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Join the discussion about radiation safety in pediatric imaging.
Read Dr. Moore's summary of the Image Gently campaign to publicize proper radiation dose for children and add your comments to the ACR Blog.
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Access the available resources
The ACR and the Alliance for Radiation Safety in Pediatric Imaging, a coalition of medical organizations and government bodies, provide materials on the Image Gently website informing medical imaging professionals about opportunities to lower radiation dose used in pediatric imaging. For more information and Educational Materials, click here.
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Pledge to Image Gently
Visit the Image Gently Web site today and pledge to do your part to “child-size” the radiation dose used in children’s imaging. Your active participation is appreciated. For more information on making the Pledge, click here.
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