CT Cardiac Imaging

The CT Cardiac Program is delivered utilizing the LightSpeed VCT 64 slice scanner and AW 4.4 workstation labs and classrooms. This class will utilize the AW 4.4 with Volume Viewer 3.1 loaded and shipped on new AW's from Mid May, 2008 to present. Training methodology will combine lecture and hands-on guided practice. Training content will combine the practical applications of scanner and post processing functions with training on Cardiac anatomy introduced while performing mock studies and manipulation of scan and image data.

Image interpretation is NOT part of the course.

Please read through this description and agenda to decide if this course meets your needs and expectations.

Participants who meet attendance requirements are eligible for ASRT continuing education credits.

Capacity will be limited to ensure an environment conducive to learning. Focus will be on operation and application of Cardiac CT scanning hardware and software on the current CT scanners and Cardiac Workstation software.

Target Audience

The CT Cardiac Training Program is designed for CT Technologists, Radiologists and Cardiologists with GE CT product experience on current CT scanners as well as current Advantage Workstations.

Course Length

3.5 days

CE

20 credits

Agenda

DAY ONE - Classroom & Scanner

• Orientation
• CT Cardiac Helical Theory
• Patient Prep
• ECG Tracing and setup
• Cardiac scanning physics
• Retro Recon

DAY TWO - on AW 4.4 Workstation with Volume Viewer 3.1

• Cardiac Anatomy Review
• Customizing the Workstation
• VR and MIP model building and tools
• Advanced Vessel Analysis

DAY THREE - on AW 4.4 Workstation with Volume Viewer 3.1

• Tree VR model analysis and transparency
• 2D Cardiac Review
• Review steps
• Smart Score
• Cardiac Reformat
• Cardic Function

DAY FOUR - on AW 4.4 Workstation with Volume Viewer 3.1

• Cardiac EP (Electro Physiology)
• Skill inventory and assessment