This session is designed to give a basic overview of MRI functions and interpretation of brain MRI for Neurocritical Care APPs. This Masterclass will feature concise didactic presentations as well as interactive case discussions, polling and panel review of cases.
Available CE Hours: 2
Masterclass Objectives:
- Review basic concepts of MRI and identify major anatomical structures.
- Explain indications for MRI brain with and without contrast.
- Discuss complex clinical cases and review MRI examples of stroke (different etiologies), traumatic brain injury, brain tumors and masses.
Speakers:
Fnu (Al) Alfandy, DNP, NP, AGACNP-BC, Stanford Healthcare.
Jeanette McCorry, PA-C, University of Rochester Medical Center
Desiree Cihelka, PhD, ARNP-C, ANVP-BC, Mission Hospital
Ethan Newham, AGACNP, Sound Physicians Group
Jennifer Freund, MSN, ACNP-BC, Hartford Healthcare
Grace Macalalag, MSN, APN-C, CCRN, Overlook Medical Center
Agenda (all times in CT):
1:00-1:05 PM: Introduction to the Masterclass (Desiree Cihelka)
1:05-1:55 PM: Didactics
- 1:05-1:25: Part 1 - Physics and a Basic Understanding of MRI Principles (Grace Macalalag)
- 1:25-1:55: Part 2 - MRI Sequencing and Normal Anatomy in the Three Primary Planes (Fnu Alfandy)
1:55-2:15 PM: Applying MRI Sequences to Neuro Anatomy: Interactive Polling
2:15-2:20 PM: Break
2:20-2:50 PM: Interactive Case-Based Presentation (Jeanette McCorry, Jennifer Freund, and Ethan Newham)
2:50 -3:00 PM: Q&A Session and Closing Remarks
Pricing:
NCS Member: $49
Non-member: $69