Pediatric Radiology

Earn up to 20.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits


Pediatric Radiology

Explore pediatric radiology in this immersive two-day course designed for practicing radiologists. Delve into three key domains: pediatric body imaging, musculoskeletal imaging, and neuroradiology. The course focuses on basic and advanced pediatric pathologies, emphasizing appropriate imaging techniques, optimizing the use of radiation-based studies and the importance of sedation.

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 diverse pediatric radiology examinations. Sub-specialty trained faculty will outline their approach to cases and highlight fundamental concepts, emphasizing key insights and potential challenges to help you navigate the complex landscape of the youngest patients. Further tailor your learning experience by selecting cases based on pediatric subspecialties, each accompanied by key teaching points and illustrative examples of pediatric entitles, developmental variants, and age-appropriate normal findings.

Elevate your expertise through hands-on experience, case-based learning, and comprehensive lectures in this dynamic educational event. 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 pediatric radiology with insights that extend beyond textbooks.

Course Materials
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Program and Learning Objectives


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

  • Provide a thorough, across-the-board review of pediatric radiology techniques and pathology to the practicing radiologist

  • Focus on specific imaging needs in children with emphasis on implementing appropriate imaging techniques concentrated on the age of the child and the clinical question to be answered

  • Highlight challenges encountered in pediatric radiology practice and offer practical solutions in following areas: radiation, IV/oral contrast, child life, sedation, communication with parents and referring physicians

  • To create a large case engine in pediatric radiology with more than 300 cases that would be grouped into the following three major subsections: pediatric body imaging, pediatric musculoskeletal imaging and pediatric neuroradiology

  • Offer detailed reports for each case in the case engine stressing the key teaching points that guide the attendees to an accurate diagnosis

  • Stratify cases according to their incidence in the general pediatric population and based on their level of interpretative difficulty

  • Illustrate normal developmental variants that mimic pathology on imaging studies

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 20.5 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. Lecture: Introduction to Pediatric Radiology
8:30 a.m. Supervised Case Review
10:00 a.m. Break 
10:15 a.m. Supervised Case Review
11:30 a.m. Lecture: Pediatric and Neonatal Chest Disorders
Noon Lunch 
12:30 p.m. Supervised Case Review
2:00 p.m. Lecture: Pediatric Brain: Is This Appearance Normal for Age? 
2:30 p.m.  Supervised Case Review
3:00 p.m. Break 
3:15 p.m. Supervised Case Review
4:00 p.m. Lecture: Tumors of the Pediatric Brain and Spine
4:30 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. Lecture: Genitourinary Pathologies in Children
8:30 a.m. Supervised Case Review
10:00 a.m. Break 
10:15 a.m. Supervised Case Review
11:30 a.m.  Lecture: Top 10 Congenital Malformations  
Noon Lunch 
12:30 p.m. Supervised Case Review
2:30 p.m. Lecture: Fluoroscopic Studies of the Chest and Abdomen
3:00 p.m. Break 
3:15 p.m. Supervised Case Review
5:00 p.m. ACR Education Center Closes

Course Co-Directors

Udayasankar

Unni K. Udayasankar MD, FRCR

University of Arizona
Pruthi

Sumit Pruthi, MD

Vanderbilt University

Faculty

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.

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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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