Prostate MRI and MR-Guided Intervention

Program Summary

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers found in men and a leading cause of death. Today, early detection is more likely with proper screening and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) has proven to be an integral tool. From diagnosis to the staging and treatment planning of patients with prostate cancer, the incorporation of an MRI-based Prostate Program has many benefits.

This Accredited Expert Forum Webinar that will discuss the role of MRI in the diagnosis and management of prostate cancer with a focus on the evolution of the prostate biopsy and exposure to a novel approach for MR-guided therapy.

Effective Date: March 18, 2015
Expiration Date: March 17, 2017
Estimated Completion Time: 1 hour
Fee: Free

This program was originally broadcast live as part of a Webinar sponsored by the Institute for Advanced Medical Education (IAME) and supported through an unrestricted educational grant from Hitachi Medical Systems.

This program has been supported through an unrestricted educational grant from Hitachi Medical Systems.

Faculty

Learning Objectives

After completing this course the participant should be able to:

• Understand the role of MRI when properly inserted in the diagnostic work up of men with suspected prostate cancer.
• Discuss the evolution of prostate biopsy, benefits and drawbacks of various technique and the basics of implementing an MRI-based prostate program.

Target Audience

• Radiologists
• MD's
• Related Imaging Professionals

Disclosures

John F. Feller, MD has nothing to disclose.

Bernadette M. Greenwood, BSRS, RT (R) (MR) (ARRT) has nothing to disclose.

No individual at IAME who had control over the content of this program has relationships with Hitachi Medical Systems or any other commercial supporter.

Accreditation

The Institute for Advanced Medical Education (IAME) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Institute for Advanced Medical Education (IAME) designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1 AMA/PRA Category 1 CME Credits.™ Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

For information on applicability and acceptance of continuing education credit for this activity, please consult your professional licensing board or other credentialing organization.

Claiming CE Credit

To receive CME credits for participating in this CE activity you must successfully complete the online post examination. Online examinations return an immediate grade report. Upon receiving a passing grade of 70% or higher click continue and complete the evaluation form. To view and print your Statement of Credit click the Print/View Certificate link displayed from within your MyCE Archives page.

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System Hardware/Software and Internet Connection Requirements

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Operating Systems: Windows 2000 or higher, MAC OSX 10.3 or higher, MAC iOS compatible.

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