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

• Review the basic principles of screening mammography, and the current guidelines for performance of screening mammography.
• 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, and current indications, as a continuingly evolving 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.
• Appreciate the role of Breast Tomosynthesis and Whole Breast Ultrasound in improving 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, including supplemental screening techniques.
• Appreciate the evolving roles of Abbreviated Breast MR and Contrast-Enhanced Digital Mammography in Breast Cancer Detection.
• Consider the rapidly expanding role of Artificial Intelligence in Breast Imaging.

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

Digital Mammography: 6.0 hours
Tomosynthesis: 2.5 hours
Breast Ultrasound 5.5 hours
Breast MR 4.25 hours
SAM’s 5.0

Schedule

Monday, December 09

Tuesday, December 10

Wednesday, December 11

Thursday, December 12

Speakers

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Michael N. Linver, MD, FACR, FSBI

Director of Mammography Emeritus

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

Regina Hooley, MD, FACR, FSBI

Associate Professor

Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs

Radiology and Biomedical Imaging

Yale School of Medicine
New Haven, Connecticut

Carol H. Lee, MD, FACR, FSBI

Attending Radiologist

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, New York

Hildegard K. Toth, MD

Associate Professor of Radiology

Chief, Breast Imaging Section

New York University School of Medicine
New York, New York

Registration

Fees

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 11/09/2019.

Sign-in

Sign-in will take place on Monday at 7:30 am in the conference room foyer .

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Accommodations

The Hotel Wales

1295 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10128
(917) 639-4870

Reservations: 866-925-3746

Room Rate: $349.00 Classic Queen

Group Code – 273721

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The Hotel Wales features the following complimentary amenities:

• 24hr beverage service
  • Coffee
  • Cappuccino
  • Espresso
  • Tea
• New York Time Delivery (Monday - Friday)
• Business Center including internet access and faxes
• 24hr Fitness Studios

Room rates are exclusive of applicable NY Sales Tax (14.75%), NY City Occupany Tax which is currently $4.00 (Standard Room) and $6.00 (Suite) per room/per night, and Hotel Unity Fee of $2.00. The reservation cut-off date for group rates is November 12, 2013, 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.

Venue

The New York Academy of Medicine

www.nyam.org

(212) 822-7200

Travel

Rental Car

Hertz is our official rental car supplier. Special low rates have been negotiated to reduce your travel costs. Call the Hertz Convention ControlCenter at (800) 654-2240 or book through Hertz Rental Cars Online.

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Refunds

Cancellations received in writing by November 9, 2019, will receive a refund minus a $75 handling fee. There will be no refunds for cancellations received after that time.

Confirmation

You will receive registration confirmation via regular mail from the International Institute of Continuing Medical Education, Inc. approximately two weeks after your registration is received. Sorry, we are unable to confirm your registration by fax or email.

A Special Note To The Disabled

The International Institute for Continuing Medical Education, Inc. wish to ensure that no individual with a disability is excluded, denied services, segregated or otherwise treated differently than other individuals because of the absence of auxiliary aids or services. If you need any auxiliary aids or services identified in the Americans with Disabilities Act, please indicate so on your registration form.

Disclosure Statement

It is the policy of the International Institute for Continuing Medical Education, Inc. to comply with the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) Standards for commercial support of CME activities. All faculty participants in IICME programs are required to disclose to the program audience any real or apparent conflict(s) of interest related to this meeting or its content. Faculty disclosure forms are included in the course syllabus and are available at the registration desk for participating review. In addition, faculty disclosure will be made at the beginning of each lecture.

Disclaimer

The International Institute for Continuing Medical Education, Inc., as sponsors of this meeting, claim no responsibility for the acts of any supplier to this meeting nor for the safety of any attendee while in transit to or from this event. The total amount of liability during the meeting will be limited to a refund of the attendance fee. Purchase non-refundable airline tickets at your own risk.