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Emergency Radiology

Earn up to 31 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits


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March 10 - 12, 2025 | October 28 - 30, 2025 |

Emergency Radiology

Earn up to 31 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

Whether you're navigating the realm of emergency radiology interpretations for the first time, contemplating a career shift, or just seeking to refine your existing skills in emergency radiology readings, you're not alone. Emergency radiology is one of the top three specialties, witnessing a hiring surge in 2022, according to the 2021 ACR/RBMA Workforce survey. The dynamic nature of roles and responsibilities in this field underlines the importance of possessing a well-rounded repertoire of diagnostic skills.

This intensive three-day course will bolster your knowledge and acclimate you to the latest methodologies in emergency radiology. The course aims to instill the confidence needed to effectively interact with clinical teams and manage traumatic and non-traumatic ER presentations.

Using a practical approach with hands-on experience provided via the proprietary ACR Case Engine at a dedicated workstation, you’ll explore imaging interpretations for over 300 emergency scenarios, covering the most common conditions ranging from dissected aortas and multiple traumas to subdural hematomas and radial fractures. These case studies mirror real-life scenarios frequently present in the ER, enabling you to bridge theory with better practice.

Esteemed faculty will lead formal lectures on fundamental concepts, emphasizing key insights and potential challenges to help you navigate the complex landscape of emergency radiology. In addition, dedicated case interpretation sessions will provide an environment to refine your expertise and gain confidence in emergency imaging interpretation.

With a favorable faculty-to-learner ratio, our course promises a personalized learning experience,facilitating in-depth discussions with faculty and peers. You’ll be prepared for real-world scenarios in emergency radiology with insights that extend beyond textbooks.

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Program and Learning Objectives


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

  1. Develop a systematic search pattern for evaluating MDCT examinations of the multiple-trauma patient
  2. Recognize common and significant injuries in trauma
  3. Familiarize with potential sources of missed diagnoses and interpretation pitfalls in MDCT of trauma
  4. Understand basic technical principles for proper acquisition of CT images in the emergency patient (trauma and non-trauma)
  5. Learn characteristic appearance of various causes of acute abdominal, chest and pelvic emergencies on plain radiography, CT and US
  6. Learn fundamental imaging aspects of non-traumatic neurological, and head and neck emergencies
  7. Review common and uncommon fractures of the upper extremities, lower extremities, and pelvis and spine, with emphasis on the “easily missed” fracture

What Your Colleagues Are Saying


Enjoyed interacting with the well-qualified, easy going, and very accessible faculty from all three subspecialties: Musculoskeletal, Neuroradiology and Body Imaging.

This was my third course!  I like the "hands on" approach. The instructors are always fantastic and very personable. Great learning atmosphere. You are able to work at your own pace.

Really cannot say enough positive about the course. The faculty were outstanding and friendly. Cases covered a wide range of material and clinical scenarios. Workstation setup and support was excellent.

Accreditation Information


Accreditation Statement: The American College of Radiology 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 live activity for a maximum of 31 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Accredited CME Activity that includes Evaluation of the Learner with Feedback: This activity includes evaluation of the learner with feedback for American Board of Radiology diplomates not completing their OLA annual progress requirement.  

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 questions about the accreditation of this activity, please contact info@acr.org.

7:00 a.m.

Workstation Introduction

8:00 a.m.

CT of the Acute Abdomen - "the itises"

9:00 a.m.

Supervised Case Review

10:00 a.m.

Break

10:15 a.m.

Supervised Case Review

11:00 a.m.

Traumatic Brain Injury

Noon

Lunch

12:30 p.m.

Supervised Case Review

2:00 p.m.

Upper Extremity Trauma

3:00 p.m.

Break

3:15 p.m.

Supervised Case Review

4:00 p.m.

CT of Uncommon Causes of the Acute Abdomen

5:00 p.m.

Supervised Case Review

5:30 p.m.

Cocktail Reception

6:00 p.m.

Optional Time for Self-Review of Cases

8:00 p.m.

ACR Education Center Closes

7:00 a.m.

Optional Time for Self-Review of Cases

8:00 a.m.

Stroke

9:00 a.m.

Supervised Case Review

10:00 a.m.

Break

10:15 a.m.

Supervised Case Review

 11:00 a.m. Orthopedic Hardware Imaging and MRI of MSK Emergencies

Noon

Lunch

12:30 p.m.

Self-Review of Cases

 1:00 p.m. C-Spine Trauma

1:30 p.m.

Supervised Case Review

2:45 p.m.

Break

3:00 p.m.

Supervised Case Review

4:00 p.m.

CT of Acute Thoracic and Abdominal Aortic Emergencies

4:30 p.m.

Supervised Case Review

5:30 p.m.

Break

6:00 p.m.

Optional Time for Self-Review of Cases

8:00 p.m.

ACR Education Center Closes

7:00 a.m.

Optional Time for Self-Review of Cases

8:00 a.m.

Head and Neck Infections

9:00 a.m.

Supervised Case Review

10:00 a.m.

Break

10:15 a.m.

Supervised Case Review

11:00 p.m.

Lower Extremity Trauma

Noon

Lunch

12:30 p.m.

Supervised Case Review

2:45 p.m.

Break

3:00 p.m.

Supervised Case Review

4:00 p.m.

Course Concludes

Course Co-Directors

Katz

Douglas S. Katz, MD, FACR

NYU Langone Health

Vice Chair for Research, Radiology Department
Kumaravel

Manickam “Nicks” Kumaravel, MD, FACR

McGovern Medical School
UTHealth Houston

Professor, Department of Diagnostic & Interventional Imaging
Chief of Musculoskeletal Imaging

Faculty

Wayne Kubal, MD

Wayne Kubal, MD

Professor of Medical Imaging and Neurosurgery, University of Arizona

Location

Date

Registration

Reston, VA March 10 - 12, 2025 Register
Reston, VA October 28 - 30, 2025 Register

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 our Meeting Services team at meetingservices@acr.org.

Hotel


For each course, ACR works diligently to reserve the accommodations we need for our attendees. The hotel we choose is a safe, reputable, and centrally located property. The rates at the hotel are negotiated on behalf of attendees to be lower, more equitable, and more predictable over time than the regular rates offered to the public.

**SEE BELOW FOR DIRECT RESERVATION BOOKING LINK. IF YOU PREFER TO BOOK BY PHONE, PLEASE CALL 1-800-627-7468 AND REFERENCE THE MINI CODE FOR YOUR COURSE.**

Westin Reston Heights
11750 Sunrise Valley Drive
Reston, VA 20191

Room Rate: In 2024, room rates are $119 - $159/night for single/double + taxes and fees; In 2025, room rates are $134 - $164/night for single/double + taxes and fees

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  October 7  9, 2024  Book Hotel  ER0
 Reston, VA  March 10 - 12, 2025  Book Hotel  EE3
 Reston, VA  October 28 - 30, 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 1.888.317.7814. A travel agency fee will apply to all reservations.

Ground Transportation


The new 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.

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