Breast Imaging in the Big Apple
- Location New York, NY
- Date Dec 4 - 7 2017
- Price $750 – $995*
- Credits 19.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
- Topic Mammography
Course Description
The course will be held at the New York Academy of Medicine.
The New York Academy of Medicine
1216 5th Ave, New York, NY 10029
Course Purpose
This course provides a balanced overview of more traditional breast imaging, blended with the newest state-of-the-art breast imaging techniques and modalities. Special attention will be given to Breast MRI, Digital Mammography, and Breast Ultrasound, as well as the newly evolving technologies of Tomosynthesis and Whole Breast Ultrasound. Patient communication and medicolegal issues will also be addressed.
Educational Objectives
At the completion of this course, the participants will be able to:
- Review the basic principles of screening mammography for detecting early breast cancer.
- Outline the current applications of breast ultrasound in diagnostic, screening, and interventional settings for earlier detection and accurate diagnosis of breast cancer.
- Describe the major aspects of breast MR, including imaging techniques, image interpretation, biopsy techniques, and current indications, as an evolving new weapon in the war on breast cancer.
- Discuss the current medical and legal concerns regarding the missed breast cancer, in an effort to improve early detection of breast cancer.
- Delineate the current and future application of information about breast density and its role in determining individualized approaches to breast cancer screening.
- Appreciate the evolving roles of Digital Breast Tomosynthesis, Whole Breast Ultrasound, and Contrast-Enhanced Digital Mammography in Breast Cancer Detection.
Target Audience
This course is intended for all radiologists with a special interest in breast imaging. The faculty is comprised of nationally recognized expert teachers of breast imaging with a broad breadth of experience and knowledge in this field.
Accreditation
The International Institute for Continuing Medical Education, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Designation
The International Institute for Continuing Medical Education, Inc., designates this live activity for a maximum of 19.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Modality Breakdown
Breast MR 3.5
Breast Ultrasound 3.0
Breast Tomosynthesis 3.0
Schedule
Monday, December 04
| 7:00-8:00 AM | Registration and Continental Breakfast |
| 8:00-8:45 AM | The New BI-RADS for Mammography – Michael N. Linver, MD |
| 8:45-9:30 AM | Algorithmic Approach to Breast Masses – Jean M. Seely, MD |
| 9:30-10:15 AM | Breast Ultrasound: An Overview – Janice S. Sung, MD |
| 10:15-10:30 AM | Break |
| 10:30-11:15 AM | Imaging Evaluation of Calcifications – Jean M. Seely, MD |
| 11:15-12:15 PM | Clinical Aspects of Breast MR, & the New MR BIRADS – Janice S. Sung, MD [SAMS] |
| 12:15-1:00 PM | Panel Questions and Answers |
Tuesday, December 05
| 7:00-8:00 AM | Continental Breakfast |
| 8:00-8:45 AM | Appropriate Use of Breast MRI– Jean M. Seely, MD |
| 8:45-9:30 AM | The Development of DBT: From Concept to Clinical Care – Daniel B. Kopans, MD |
| 9:30-10:15 AM | Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT): What do the Data Show? – Emily F. Conant, MD |
| 10:15-10:30 AM | Break |
| 10:30-11:30 AM | KEYNOTE LECTURE: Fiction and Facts in Breast Cancer Screening – Daniel B. Kopans, MD [SAMS] |
| 11:30-12:15 PM | Case-Based Tomosynthesis & Synthetic 2D Imaging Implementation – Emily F. Conant, MD |
| 12:15-1:00 PM | Panel Questions and Answers |
Wednesday, December 06
| 7:00-8:00 AM | Continental Breakfast |
| 8:00-9:00 AM | The Missed Cancer: Causes & Cures – Michael N. Linver, MD [SAMS] |
| 9:00-9:45 AM | Breast MRI Techniques – Jean M. Seely, MD |
| 9:45-10:30 AM | Molecular Breast Imaging: Where does it fit in? – Michael N. Linver, MD |
| 10:30-10:45 AM | Break |
| 10:45-11:30 AM | Contrast-enhanced Digital Mammography – Christopher Comstock, MD |
| 11:30-12:15 PM | Abbreviated Breast MRI: The Future of Screening? - Christopher Comstock, MD |
| 12:15-1:00 PM | Panel Questions and Answers |
Thursday, December 07
| 7:00-8:00 AM | Continental Breakfast |
| 8:00-8:45 AM | Risk Reduction Strategies in Mammography – Ruth Rosenblatt, MD |
| 8:45-9:30 AM | Talking with Patients: Ways to Gain their Trust – Michael N. Linver, MD |
| 9:30-10:30 AM | Breast Density & Beyond: Risk Assessment in Breast Imaging – Emily F. Conant, MD [SAMS] |
| 10:30-10:45 AM | Break |
| 10:45-11:30 AM | Screen-detected Cancers in the Digital Age – Ruth Rosenblatt, MD |
| 11:30-12:15 PM | High Risk and In Situ Lesions – Emily F. Conant, MD |
| 12:15-1:00 PM | Panel Questions and Answers |
Speakers
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Michael N. Linver, MD, FACR, FSBI
Director of Mammography
X-Ray Associates of New Mexico, PC
Clinical Professor of Radiology
University of New Mexico School of Medicine
Albuquerque, New Mexico
FACULTY
Christopher Comstock, MD, FACR, FSBI
Attending Radiologist
Director, Residency Training Program
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
New York, New York
Emily F. Conant, MD, FSBI
Professor of Radiology
Chief of Breast Imaging
Vice Chair, Faculty Development
Perelman School of Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Ruth Rosenblatt, MD, FACR
Staff Radiologist, Mammography
New York Medical Imaging
Professor Emeritus, Cornell Weill Medical College
New York, New York
Jean M. Seely, MD
Associate Professor
University of Ottawa
Head of Breast Imaging
The Ottawa Hospital
Ottawa, Ontario
Canada
Janice S. Sung, MD, FSBI
Assistant Attending Radiologist
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
New York, New York
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Daniel B. Kopans, MD, FACR, FSBI
Professor of Radiology
Harvard Medical School
Founder, Breast Imaging Division
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts
Registration
If you have any trouble registering for this event, please contact our support by calling 205-467-0290 Ext 101. If there is no immediate response please email us at info@iicme.net.
Fees
| Registration Type | Regular Rate |
|---|---|
| Physicians | $995.00 |
| Residents, Fellows, Retired, Military | $895.00 |
| Technologists/Allied Health Prof. | $795.00 |
A letter of verification from the Department Chairman must accompany the application of anyone wishing to qualify for the reduced rate. Enrollment will be confirmed on the basis of registration fee. We do not process registration without payment. We cannot guarantee course materials on site for a registration received after 11/04/2017.
Sign-in
Sign-in will take place on Monday at 7:00 AM in the NYAM Foyer .
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Accommodations
The Hotel Wales
1295 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10128
(917) 639-4870
Group Room Rate:
Classic Queen Room $349.00
Carnegie King Suite $399.00
Premium Suite $419.00
Two Double Bedded Suite $419.00
The iiCME- Breast Imaging in the Big Apple Group 2017 rates are now available online. Our guest have the option of booking their reservations with the link below or calling off site reservations at 1866.925.3746.
Group Code – 217467
Cut Off Date
The Cut off date for reservations is Saturday, November 3, 2017. Reservation request after the cut-off date will be based upon availability and booked at the best available rate.
Check in/ Check out
Check-In: 3:00 PM
Check-Out: 11:00 AM
The Hotel Wales features the following complimentary amenities:
- 24hr beverage service
- Coffee
- Tea
- Business Center including internet access and faxes
- 24hr Fitness Studios
Room rates are exclusive of applicable NY Sales Tax (14.75%), NY City Occupancy Tax which is currently $2.00 (Standard Room) and $4.00 (Suite) per room/per night, and Hotel Unit Fee of $1.50. The reservation cut-off date for group rates is November 3, 2017, after the cut-off date reservations will be based upon availability and book at the most available rate. Individuals have two days (48 hours) by 3:00 pm to cancel their reservation without penalty. After this time, guest will be subjected to one nights room and tax.
Policies
Refunds
Cancellations received in writing by November 04, 2016, will receive a refund minus a $75 handling fee. There will be no refunds for cancellations received after that time.
Confirmation
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Disclosure Statement
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