Bone Densitometry Course

The ISCD Bone Densitometry Course is divided into two programs. The Clinician Course (open to MDs, PhDs, DOs, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants) is most appropriate for those involved in the interpretation of DXA scans. The Technologist Course (open to Technologists and Allied Health Professionals) is most appropriate for those involved in the performance of the bone densitometry examination. The core elements of the program provide a set of standard practices and information to raise the level of awareness and education in bone densitometry. The course emphasizes central DXA testing. In addition, a solid foundation in other forms of bone mass measurement, including peripheral DXA and QCT is provided.

Clinician Course:

Objectives

 After attending the course, participants should be better prepared to:

• Recognize the clinical utility of bone densitometry and other modalities to assess and monitor the fracture risk of your patients with low bone mass.
• Implement recommendations of the 2007 Official Positions to reduce DXA acquisition and interpretation errors.
• Recognize the utility and limitations of the WHO classification to diagnose osteoporosis.
• Conduct a precision assessment to ensure the accuracy and precision of the BMD testing done on your patients.
• Apply the recommendations of the ISCD Official Positions for interpreting and reporting DXA scan results to improve patient management for your patients with low bone mass.

Lectures

1.  Overview of Osteoporosis

2.  Basic Science of Bone Densitometry and Device Operating Principles

3.  X-Ray Science, Radiation Safety and Quality Assurance

4. Clinical Evaluation of Bone Health

5.  Use of Bone Densitometry for the Diagnosis of Osteoporosis

6.   Assessment of Fracture Risk

7.   Monitoring with Bone Densitometry

8.   Clinical Management of Osteoporosis

9.   Principles of DXA Scan Interpretation

10. Principles of Reporting DXA Scans

CME Credit Designation

The International Society for Clinical Densitometry designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 11.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credits commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Accreditation Statement
The International Society for Clinical Densitometry is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to offer continuing medical education for physicians.

Technologist Course:

Objectives
After attending the course, participants should be better prepared to:

• Identify the technique, safety and limitations of DXA scanning
• Explain the value of utilizing bone densitometry to assess and monitor fracture risk
• Apply knowledge of quality control and operation of DXA equipment
• Review patient preparation and proper positioning for DXA scanning
• Identify and perform proper scan acquisition and analysis

Lectures

1.  Overview of Osteoporosis

2.  Basic Science of Bone Densitometry and Device Operating Principles

3.  X-Ray Science, Radiation Safety and Quality Assurance

4.  Quality Control

5.  Role of a Technologist

6.  Anatomy in Bone Densitometry

7.  Patient Positioning and Scan Acquisition

8.  Scan Analysis

9.  Principles of DXA Scan interpretation

10. Scan Results and Interpretations

11. Vertebral Facture Assessment (VFA)

12. Clinical Management of the Osteoporosis Patient

13. Software Demonstration

CE Credit Qualification
This course qualifies for 13.5 Category A credits through the ASRT.

Course Prerequisite
Attendee must have performed at least 100 central DXA scans (attestation and manufacturer equipment name required). This is not a course for beginners who have no experience doing DXA scans.

Clinician Course for Technologists
Technologists may attend the Clinician Course if gaining information about interpreting DXA scans would assist them with their job responsibilities. However, it is recommended that the Technologist Course be taken first.

CE Credit Qualification

The Clinician Course for Technologists qualifies for 13.75 Category A credits through the ASRT.

Course Prerequisite
Attendee must be in good standing with his or her licensing organization. Fellows and Residents must be in good standing with Fellows program (attestation required).

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