Registration Details

The goal of this two-day course is to educate attendees in the technique, performance, and interpretation of CTC through the supervised review of a minimum of 50 cases. The course will also provide a forum for discussing research initiatives, regulatory issues, and the reimbursement environment.

ACR: CT Colonography: 2/24-25/25

Course Overview

CT Colonography (CTC) is an evolving technique with considerable potential for widespread screening of colorectal cancer. Application of appropriate techniques and knowledge of correct interpretation skills are vital to successfully implementing this technique.

The goal of this two-day course is to educate attendees in the technique, performance, and interpretation of CTC through the supervised review of a minimum of 50 cases. The course will also provide a forum for discussing research initiatives, regulatory issues, and the reimbursement environment.

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At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Recognize the techniques necessary to acquire diagnostic CTC images, including patient preparation, scanning parameters, and display/navigational methods.
  • Identify interpretation methods and recognize how to avoid pitfalls.
  • State current research initiatives, regulatory issues and reimbursement environments.
  • Interpret and report CTC studies through supervised review of a minimum of 50 cases.

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Schedule

Time Topic
 7am  Workstation Introduction 
 8am  Lecture: Display Techniques for Virtual Colonoscopy
 9am  ACR® Case Engine Introduction and Review Cases 1–3
 10am  Break 
 10:15am  Supervised Case Review
 Noon  Lunch 
 12:30pm  Supervised Case Review
 2:45pm  Break
 3pm  Lecture: Flat Lesions, Pitfalls and Difficult Case Review
 3:45pm  Supervised Case Review
 5:30pm  Cocktail Reception
 6pm  Optional Time for Self Review of Cases
 8pm  ACR Education Center Closes 

Time Topic
 7am  Optional Time for Self-Review of Cases
 8am  Lecture: Patient Preparation and Acquisition
 8:30am  Supervised Case Review #4
 10am  Break
 10:15am  Supervised Case Review #5
 Noon  Lunch
 12:30pm  Lecture: Virtual Colonoscopy: Getting Started
 1pm  Supervised Case Review #6
 2:45pm  Break
 3pm  Supervised Case Review #7
 4pm  Optional Time for Self Review of Cases
 5pm  Course Concludes

Additional Dates

Date

Oct. 20–21, 2025

Time

7am–4pm

Location

Reston, VA

Course Director

Meet the course director teaching this course.

Matthew Barish, MD, FACR

Matthew Barish, MD, FACR

Director, International Symposia on Virtual ColonoscopyNorthwell Health

Course Faculty

Meet the faculty teaching this course.

Mark Klein, MD, FACR

Mark Klein, MD, FACR

Washington Radiology Associates, P.C.

Hotel and Travel Information

Recommended Hotel

 

Westin Reston Heights
11750 Sunrise Valley Drive
Reston, VA 20191

 

Room Rate:

  • 2025 rates: $134–$164/night for single/double + taxes and fees

     

Please note: See below for the direct reservation booking link. If you prefer to make your reservation by phone, please call 800-627-7468 and reference the mini code for your course.

 

Reservation deadline: Fourteen (14) days prior to each course.

 

Deposit: First room night deposit or guarantee with a major credit card.

 

Cancellation: Please notify the hotel at least 24 hours before arrival.

 

  • Rooms are available at the rates listed on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations made after the reservation deadline for each course will be accepted on a space-available basis.
  • If you have trouble receiving the ACR Education Center rate using the link, please contact ACR Meeting Services at meetingservices@acr.org.

 

 Location  Date  Reservation Link  Mini Hotel Code
Reston, VA Feb. 24–25, 2025 Book Hotel  TT2
Reston, VA October 20 - 21, 2025 Book Hotel - link to be announced TBD

 

Air Transportation

 

The Westin Reston Heights is located just 10 minutes from Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is approximately 40 minutes from the hotel.

 

If you need assistance booking your flight, please contact Corporate Travel Planners (CTP Travel) at 888-317-7814. A travel agency fee will apply to all reservations.

Ground Transportation

The Silver Line Metro Station at Wiehle-Reston East is just a few minutes from the ACR Education Center and connects Reston to Tysons Corner, Washington, DC, and the greater DC metro area.

 

Complimentary daily shuttle bus service will be provided between the Westin Reston Heights and the ACR Education Center for all registrants. The Education Center is located at 1892 Preston White Drive, Reston, VA, 20191.

Day Depart Westin Arrive ACR Ed Center Depart ACR Ed Center Arrive Westin Depart ACR Ed Center for IAD
Day 1 6:50am 7am      
Day 1 7am 7:10am      
Day 1 7:20am 7:30am      
Day 1 7:40am 7:50am      
Day 1 8am 8:10am      
Day 1 8:20am 8:30am      
Day 1     5:30pm 5:45pm  
Day 1     6pm 6:15pm  
Day 1     6:30pm 6:45pm  
Day 1     7pm 7:15pm  
Day 1     7:30pm 7:45pm  
Day 1     8pm 8:15pm  
Day 2 6:50am 7am      
Day 2 7am 7:10am      
Day 2 7:20am 7:30am      
Day 2 7:40am 7:50am      
Day 2 8am 8:10am      
Day 2 8:20am 8:30am      
Day 2     5:30pm 5:45pm  
Day 2     6pm 6:15pm  
Day 2     6:30pm 6:45pm  
Day 2     7pm 7:15pm  
Day 2     7:30pm 7:45pm  
Day 2     8pm 8:15pm  
The course is very well organized with didactic and case-based format with readily available faculty and vendor supervision. Very effective. Probably the best professional educational session I’ve ever had.

Accreditation & Credit Designation Statements

Accreditation Statement

The American College of Radiology® (ACR®) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation Statement

The American College of Radiology designates this enduring material activity for a maximum of 20.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Maintenance of Certification Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Through an agreement between the American College of Radiology and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, MOC Program Participants may record self-assessment programs or simulation activities developed and accredited by the American College of Radiology in Section 3 of the Royal College’s MOC Program.

For information about the accreditation of this program, please contact the ACR.

Americans with Disabilities Act

The ACR encourages the participation of all people. Individuals requiring auxiliary aids or services identified in the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ACR.

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