About this Program

Modern Approaches to Breast Localizations

This webinar will explore the latest innovations in breast localization techniques and tools that enhance surgical precision and improve patient care. Breast localization can be achieved using various imaging modalities, which are especially useful for identifying non-palpable abnormalities. Participants will learn about new magnetic, radiofrequency, and color-guided seeds (currently in pre-FDA approval) that assist surgeons in accurately targeting areas of concern. This session will also examine the collaborative role of radiologists and technologists in these procedures and the exciting potential of these advancements to transform breast localization practices.

Educational Objectives

This course will provide knowledge about new and different types of breast localization tools and the modalities that can be utilized with each. Participants will learn the availability of different manufacturers equipment, seeds and tools that enhance our knowledge about options and lead us into the future.

  • Identify major developments in breast surgery and highlight the contributions of influential doctors who shaped current practices.
  • Describe the techniques and applications of needle localization and various seed types, including I-125, Savi, Mag, and Elucent Smart Seeds.
  • Describe which imaging modalities, like ultrasound and MRI, are compatible with different localization tools.
  • Describe the roles of various team members involved in breast localization and discuss how collaboration improves patient care outcomes.
  • Describe available equipment and localization options from various manufacturers, considering their impact on the future of breast localization.

Schedule

What this course will cover

History of breast surgery

  • When was the first breast surgery
  • Jean Lewis Petit
  • First Mastectomy

Breast Conserving Surgery

  • Partial, lumpectomy, and Segmental
  • Dr. Geofferey Keynes

Specimen Radiographs

  • Dr. Albert Salomon 1913
  • Radiographed over 3000 specimens
  • Malignant verses benign

First needle localization

  • 1966 on non-palpable abnormalities
  • Reduction in biopsy failures

Types of Needles for localization

  • Hook Wire system
  • Frank, Hall, and Steer
  • Kopans

Film/Screen Localizations

  • Longer Time
  • Film less detail C. Needed runner D. Radiologist had to call pathologist multiple times
  • Localizations utilizing Multiple Modalities
  • Mammography 2D & 3D B. Ultrasound

Seed localizations

  • I-125 Radiation Seed 
  • Savi Seed 
  • Mag Seed 
  • Elucent Smart Clip Seed

Audience

Who should attend?

This webinar is for technologists who want to expand their expertise on new seeds and methods in breast localizations.

Program Faculty

Meet your presenter(s)

Deborah Davis

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 Pending Credit Information

ASRT Pending

Category A/A+ CE credit is pending approval by the ASRT. An application for 2 hours of credit for radiologic technologists recognized by the ARRT and various licensure states has been filed.

Tuition

Convenient payment options available

AudiencePriceEarly PriceMember PriceMember Early Price
Technologist$49.75$47.25$44.75$42.50

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Qualifying 'Early' registrations must be made at least 4 days in advance for the program.

Cancellation Policy

Webinars less than 8 hours of credit

Refunds, minus a $15 processing fee, will be granted for cancellations received at least 3 days prior to the program. Cancellations received within 3 days of the webinar will receive a credit toward a future MTMI program, minus the $15 processing fee. No refunds will be made after the webinar 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. WEBINAR ATTENDEES that cannot log in due to unsolvable technical issues beyond their control will be eligible for a full refund.