2009-001-MSK - 2009 Musculoskeletal Imaging Update in Montreal

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Overview

This weekend course will review normal anatomy and variations as well as demonstrate pathology of the musculoskeletal system. Participants at the end of the course should be able to recognize indications and applications of MRI and other advanced imaging modalities for bone and soft tissue.

Course Director(s)

Mark E. Schweitzer, M.D. and Gina A. Di Primio, MD, FRCPC

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Target Audience

Radiologists, orthopedic surgeons, referring clinicians, MRI techs, residents/fellows learning musculoskeletal radiology

Objectives

At the end of this course, participants should be able to:
1.Compare the imaging appearance of normal and abnormal bone marrow processes in MRI;
2.Improve their ability to assess the imaging features of soft tissue masses and infection with ultrasound and MRI;
3.Develop an approach and apply advanced imaging techniques for assessment of nerves;
4.Apply methods to optimize MRI imaging of the musculoskeletal system;
5.Assess the imaging features and distinguish pathologies of the pelvis, hip, knee, ankle, shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand with ultrasound and MRI;
6.Identify the key ultrasound and MRI findings for investigation of the lower extremity.

Participating Faculty

Co-Course Directors

Gina A. Di Primio, MD, FRCPC
Assistant Professor of Radiology
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Mark E. Schweitzer, MD
Professor and Chair of Radiology
University of Ottawa
Chief, Diagnostic Imaging, The Ottawa Hospital
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada


Guest Faculty

Etienne Cardinal, MD, FRCPC
Associate Professor of Radiology
University of Montreal
Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Viviane Khoury, MD, FRCPC
Professor of Radiology
McGill University Health Center
Montreal, Quebec, Canada


University of Ottawa Faculty

Kawan S. Rakhra, MD, FRCPC
Assistant Professor of Radiology

Adnan Sheikh, MD
Assistant Professor of Radiology

Jane St.Germain CRGS, CRVS, RDMS, RVT
Clinical Educator in Ultrasound
The Ottawa Hospital

Accreditation

The University of Ottawa's Office of Continuing Medical Education is accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Continuing Medical Education (CACME) to provide accredited CME activities for family physicians and specialists. This event is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification program of The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada for up to 16.5 credits. Through an agreement with the U.S. Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education, it is also accredited for 16.5 hours of Category 1 credits towards the Physicians' Recognition Award of the American Medical Association.(AMA).


Technologists Credit
The sponsor will be submitting a request to the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) for credit approval for all sessions related to technologists

Meeting Schedule

Registration Fees

Date	Physicians	Residents/Fellows/Technologists
Full Attendance (All 3 days)	$750.00 CDN	$550.00 CDN
Friday, July 10, 2009	$350.00 CDN	$250.00 CDN
Saturday, July 11, 2009	$250.00 CDN	$200.00 CDN
Sunday, July 12, 2009	$250.00 CDN	$200.00 CDN

Cancellation Terms

Written notification of cancellation must be received via email 30 or more days prior to the start of the course. Refunds are possible subject to a $50 CAD cancellation fee ($25 CAD for daily registrants). Cancellations made within 30 days are subject to a $100 CAD cancellation fee ($50 CAD for daily registrants).
Note email address to send cancellation notice: info@ottawaradcme.com

Acknowledgements

The organizers are grateful to the Canadian Association of Radiologists (CAR) for their support of this meeting.

The organizers also acknowlege the educational grant anticipated from GE Healthcare.

Travel

Montreal is easily accessible from major Canadian and U.S. cities by air. The airport is 30 minutes away from the hotel. The hotel is located directly over the main rail station if you want to take the train.

Hotel Registration

Our selected hotel, the Fairmont Queen Elizabeth, is the grandest hotel Montreal offers with lots of history and the service for which Fairmont is known. Its location in the heart of downtown is ideal (above the main train station for those of you coming to Montreal by train). It is located between Mount Royal and the St. Lawrence River; it’s a 15-minute walk to Old Montreal and a 10-minute walk to the main plaza for the Jazz Festival. You can step outside the hotel and walk along bustling streets brimming with boutiques, art galleries, antique shops and restaurants. The hotel features 3 restaurants, including the legendary Beaver Club (one of Canada’s top 10), plus full-service spa and health club with indoor pool.



HOTEL RESERVATIONS – RESERVE EARLY!
(https://resweb.passkey.com/go/radiologycme)


We encourage all to reserve your room early due to the popularity of the International Jazz Festival.
A block of rooms has been established for our group with the following special discounted rates:
•Fairmont Rooms ($229 CAD plus tax per night) – We blocked the majority of accommodations in this category, rooms with a variety of city views, all featuring high-speed internet (free for President’s Club Members) and the rich amenities for which Fairmont is known
•Junior Suites ($329 CAD plus tax per night) – For families or those desiring more space and 1 l/2 baths, we blocked some Junior Suites which feature a sitting area (with queen sofa bed and its own powder room) separated from the bedroom with pocket doors (highly recommended for participants bringing children).

Please reserve your accommodations no later than April 24, 2009 to avoid disappointment although a few additional rooms may be available later. Use the website above for easy on-line hotel reservations. Or, call 1-800-441-1414 or 514-861-3511 and mention this code for your group rate: UORCME.

Current taxes are 3% Accommodations Tax, 5% GST and 7.5% Provincial Sales Tax.
Each extra person (over 18) sharing a room will be charged an additional $40 CDN per night.

Highlights of the Area

THE MONTREAL INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL (www.montrealjazzfest.com) (ON MAY 5TH THE HEADLINER NAMES AND DATES AND TICKETS WILL BE POSTED TO THE SITE)

We have scheduled our CME course to coincide with the 30th Anniversary of the Montreal International Jazz Festival (July 1-12), one of the world’s finest jazz extravaganzas. We encourage you to check the website and pre-order tickets. If you’re unfamiliar with the festival, we hope you’ll visit the website to see the caliber of entertainers it attracts.

MONTREAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY

Even if jazz isn’t your thing, you will enjoy a long weekend in this bustling, cosmopolitan city. One of the largest French cities in the world, known for its contagious “joie de vivre”, Montreal offers striking architecture, history and old-world charm. If you haven’t been to Montreal for a long time, it clearly deserves its reputation as one of the liveliest cities in North America. Summer is the perfect time to stroll the cobblestone streets of Old Montreal, experience Montreal’s unique history, culture and cuisine, visit its museums, churches, parks and boutiques. There’s plenty to do for the entire family: boat trips on the St. Lawrence, visiting the Montreal Science Center, Biodome, Planetarium, Insectarium, Olympic Park and Six Flags La Ronde (rides & attractions).