Digital Breast Tomosynthesis
About this Program
Help mammography patients see a better health outlook
This digital breast tomosynthesis & mammography training program provides breast imaging technologists with the tools they will need to understand the fundamentals, benefits and daily utilization of DBT within your facility. A comprehensive look at regulatory guidelines, additional quality control tests and personnel qualifications will be discussed in this 3d mammography training seminar.
Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT) is an exciting application of digital mammography. DBT is a three-dimensional technology approved by the FDA to be used in conjunction with mammography that provides thin cross-sectional images through the breast. Tomosynthesis is synonymous with 3D mammography, allowing technologists to describe the imaging process to their patients in layman’s terms. This imaging technology is designed to prevent overlying structures from obscuring breast masses and intersecting normal structures from being falsely identified as breast cancer. There is a growing demand for implementing the Digital Breast Tomosynthesis technology at Women’s Centers and understanding how this new technology will impact your current workflow.
This program satisfies the MQSA requirement of 8.0 hours of digital mammography training in a new mammographic modality specifically on the Hologic, GE, Siemens, and Fujifilm Digital Breast Tomosynthesis Systems. Additionally, this program can satisfy ASRT CE credits.
NEW FOR 2024! Three learning formats to meet your needs.
- In-Person: for those who desire face-to-face interaction and live Q&A.
- Live Webinar: for the convenience of learning from home, while still having a personal experience.
- Online, Self-Paced: for the ultimate in schedule flexibility for your tomosynthesis mammography training.
Educational Objectives
After this 3D mammography training program, attendees should be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT).
- Ascertain the benefits of Digital Breast Tomosynthesis over conventional mammography.
- Identify additional QC tests for DBT equipment and unique QC tests for each approved unit (Hologic, GE, Siemens and Fujifilm).
- Identify personnel training requirements.
- Comprehend Regulatory application processes unique to DBT equipment.
- Apply DBT concepts to daily operational needs from an administrative perspective and team approach in conjunction with radiologists.
- Review the Parameter optimization unique to Hologic, GE, Siemens and Fujifilm units.
- Describe the indications for use and image creation for the Hologic, GE, Siemens and Fujifilm Tomosynthesis units.
Schedule
What this course will cover
- Breast Cancer Statistics
- Hereditary vs. Sporadic
- Dense vs. Fatty Breast Tissue
- Insurance Coverage
- Introduction to DBT
- need and rationale for DBT
- primary issues with 2D
- Introduction to Manufacturers
- Hologic
- Siemens
- GE
- Fuji
- DBT Detectors
- Detailed Manufacturer Specifications
- Adjuncts to DBT
- Quality Control
- Assisting the Radiologist
- MQSA and FDA Certification
- Positioning
- DBT Case Studies
~ schedule subject to change ~
Audience
Who should attend?
- Mammography Technologists
- Supervisors
- Managers of Women’s Centers
- MQSA Inspectors
- Vendor Personnel
Program Faculty
Meet your presenter(s)
Marsha M. Dunn
MSHS, R.T.(R)(M)(ARRT)
Marsha has been in the medical imaging profession for over 25 years working in General Radiography, Computed Tomography, and currently in Mammography and Education. Marsha has been a registered radiologic technologist since 1996, specializing in Mammography since 1998. She became a Clinical Education Coordinator in 2009 teaching at Cambridge College of Healthcare and Technology. In 2012, she worked with Siemens Healthineers as a Clinical Application Specialist. Transitioning back into the hospital setting in 2017, she had the opportunity to cross-train into Bone Density (DEXA) while performing all types of digital mammography studies. Marsha is currently a Travel Mammographer as she prepares to start her Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership starting January 2022.
Deborah Davis
MSRS, RT(R)(M)(QM)
Deborah Davis has been a mammographer for almost 30 years. She was a lead mammographer at MD Anderson Cancer Center for over 25 years. Performed diagnostic and screening exams, stereotactic breast biopsies, breast localizations, executed quality control, and mobile mammography. She retired in December 2023, but works part time. Deborah has taught continuing education in mammography since 2006, and has been with MTMI since 2020. Deborah created a mammography curriculum at the University of Texas MD Anderson School of Health Professions and lead the program for four years before retiring. She continues to teach portions of the initial mammography program including digital breast tomosynthesis 8-hour requirement. She also teaches several other mammography continuing education courses. Breast health is her compassion and she continues to share her experiences and knowledge to allow the future generations to continue the fight.
Credits
Accredited training programs
ASRT Category A
This program provides 8 hour(s) of Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists approved by ASRT and recognized by the ARRT and various licensure states. Category A credit is also recognized for CE credit in Canada. You must attend the entire program to receive your certificate of completion.
Location
Course location and hotels
| Las Vegas, NV- February 08, 2025 |
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Tuition
Convenient payment options available
| Audience | Price | Early Price | Member Price | Member Early Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DBT | $199.00 | $189.00 | $179.00 | $170.00 |
| DBT (Online Self-Paced) | $199.00 | $189.00 | $179.00 | $170.00 |
No partial credit or refunds can be issued for Online, Self-Paced courses.
Early Pricing Guidelines
Qualifying 'Early' registrations must be made at least 14 days in advance for the program.
Cancellation Policy
Seminars/Webinars 8 hours of credit or more
Refunds, minus a $30 processing fee, will be granted for cancellations received at least 3 days prior to the program. Cancellations received within 3 days of the program will receive a credit toward a future MTMI program, minus the $30 processing fee. No refunds will be made after the program starts. MTMI reserves the right to cancel any scheduled program because of low advance registration or other reasons. MTMI’s liability is limited to a refund of any program tuition paid. MTMI recommends that attendees use refundable airline tickets. In case of cancellation of a program for any reason, MTMI is not responsible for travel costs incurred by attendees including non-refundable airline tickets. When offered, WEBINAR ATTENDEES that cannot log in due to unsolvable technical issues beyond their control will be eligible for a full refund.
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