• Release date: July 21, 2020
• Expiration date: July 21, 2023
• Estimated time to complete activity: 12.75 hours
• Jointly provided by Postgraduate Institute for Medicine and CME Science
Educational Objectives
At the conclusion of this activity, participants should better be able to:
• Develop a differential diagnosis that relates to the pertinent imaging and clinically relevant findings for each of the cases covered in this course.
• Use contemporary imaging techniques and protocols to accurately diagnose, stage and manage diseases and injuries of the musculoskeletal system.
• Outline the fundamentals of the latest advanced techniques in MRI and their current roles and limitations in clinical practice.
• Integrate information presented in this course into efforts to improve the imaging skills of the participants.
Target Audience
This course is intended for Practicing Radiologists and Radiologic Nurses, Physician Assistants, Technologists, Scientists, Residents, Fellows and others who are interested in current techniques and applications for musculoskeletal imaging.
Faculty
John F. Feller, M.D.
• Chief Medical Officer - Halo Dx
• Medical Director & Founder - Desert Medical Imaging
• Chief of Radiology - American Medical Center, Shanghai, China
Dr. John F. Feller is a founding partner of Desert Medical Imaging and currently the Chief Medical Officer for HALO Diagnostics. He is board-certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist with sub-specialties in Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Imaging, Body MRI, and holds a Level II Cardiac CT certification. Dr. Feller is also a partner in China’s first American-owned multi-disciplinary outpatient healthcare facility, and serves as director of radiology.
After completing a Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering and Material Science at the University of Notre Dame, Dr. Feller graduated Summa Cum Laude from Ohio State University School of Medicine, then an internship, residency, and fellowship training at Stanford University School of Medicine.
Serving as a United States Air Force (USAF) officer, Dr. Feller was the Chief of MRI at the David Grant USAF Medical Center for four years, while maintaining an academic affiliation with Stanford as an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Radiology, an affiliation that lasted 15 years. Currently, Dr. Feller is an Assistant Clinical Professor at Loma Linda University’s Department of Radiology.
Geoffrey Riley, M.D.
• Clinical Professor, Radiology
• Stanford University School of Medicine
Geoffrey Riley is a diagnostic radiologist specializing in musculoskeletal imaging at Stanford University Hospital. His focus is on orthopedic imaging including sports injuries, trauma, and musculoskeletal tumors. He has a special interest in innovative methods of teaching, business development and forensic radiology. As the Director of Radiology Continuing Medical Education, he oversees the Department of Radiology's educational course meetings.
He is an active member of the Radiological Society of North America, the Society of Skeletal Radiology, and the American Roentgen Ray Society for which he serves on the Scientific Program and Educational Exhibit Subcommittees. Dr. Riley serves on the American Board of Radiology Diagnostic Radiology Core MSK Committee as a test question writer.
Dr. Riley is board certified by the American National Board of Medical Examiners and by the American Board of Radiology.
Kathryn Stevens, M.D.
• Associate Professor, Radiology
• Stanford University School of Medicine
• Professional Eduction
- Board Certification: Diagnostic Radiology, Royal College of Radiologist (1997)
- Internship: Royal United Hospital NHS Trust (1990) United Kingdom
- Fellowship: Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre (1999) England
• Honors and Awards
- Annual Histology Prize, St Mary's Hospital Medical School (1984)
- Anthony de Rothschild Prize in Surgery, St Mary's Hospital Medical School (1989)
- Best Healthcare Poster and Best Poster overall, NVIDIA GPU Technology Conference, San Jose (2018)
• Administrative Appointments
- Ad Hoc Program Committee, International Skeletal Society (2012 - 2013)
- Adjunct Clinical Faculty A&P committee, Stanford University School of Medicine (2015 - 2018)
- Chairman, Adjunct Clinical Faculty A&P committee, Stanford University School of Medicine (2018 - Present)
- Director of Musculoskeletal Education, Department of Radiology (2009 - Present)
- Liaison Committee, International Skeletal Society (2009 - 2010)
- Scientific Program Committee, International Skeletal Society (2013 - 2015)
- Trauma Division Quality Improvement Committee, Stanford University School of Medicine (2002 - 2010)
Course Curriculum
Musculoskeletal Imaging BUNDLE (Programs 1-3) - John F. Feller M.D., Geoffrey Riley M.D., Kathryn Stevens M.D.
Musculoskeletal Imaging - John F. Feller, M.D.
Musculoskeletal Imaging - Geoffrey Riley, M.D.
Musculoskeletal Imaging - Kathryn Stevens, M.D.
Pricing
$1,195 ($995 for Technologists)
Musculoskeletal Imaging Bundle
- John F. Feller MD, Geoffrey Riley MD, Kathryn Stevens MD
-12.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
Refund Policy:Cancellations can only be made within 24 hours of purchase. Please note: If you have applied for CME credit during the 24 hour period “NO” refunds will be available. Refunds will be given less a $100.00 administrative fee.
Technologists: This program has been approved for up to 17.25 Category A, ARRT Continuing Education credits by AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management.
Joint Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by the Postgraduate Institute for Medicine and CME Science. Postgraduate Institute for Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Designation
The Postgraduate Institute for Medicine designates this enduring material for a maximum of 12.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest
Postgraduate Institute for Medicine (PIM) requires instructors, planners, managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of this activity to disclose any real or apparent conflict of interest (COI) they may have as related to the content of this activity. All identified COI are thoroughly vetted and resolved according to PIM policy. PIM is committed to providing its learners with high quality activities and related materials that promote improvements or quality in healthcare and not a specific proprietary business interest of a commercial interest.
Faculty
The faculty members have nothing to disclose.
Planners and Managers
The PIM planners and managers have nothing to disclose. The CME Science planners and managers have nothing to disclose.
Method of Participation and Request for Credit
During the period July 21, 2020 through July 21, 2023, participants must read the learning objectives and faculty disclosures and study the educational activity.
Media
Internet
Computer System Requirements
Any online accessible device.
Disclosure of Unlabeled Use
This educational activity may contain discussion of published and/or investigational uses of agents that are not indicated by the FDA. The planners of this activity do not recommend the use of any agent outside of the labeled indications. The opinions expressed in the educational activity are those of the faculty and do not necessarily represent the views of the planners. Please refer to the official prescribing information for each product for discussion of approved indications, contraindications, and warnings.
Disclaimer
Participants have an implied responsibility to use the newly acquired information to enhance patient outcomes and their own professional development. The information presented in this activity is not meant to serve as a guideline for patient management. Any procedures, medications, or other courses of diagnosis or treatment discussed or suggested in this activity should not be used by clinicians without evaluation of their patient's conditions and possible contraindications and/or dangers in use, review of any applicable manufacturer's product information, and comparison with recommendations of other authorities.
Computer System Requirements
Any online accessible device.
Disclosure of Unlabeled Use
This educational activity may contain discussion of published and/or investigational uses of agents that are not indicated by the FDA. The planners of this activity do not recommend the use of any agent outside of the labeled indications. The opinions expressed in the educational activity are those of the faculty and do not necessarily represent the views of the planners. Please refer to the official prescribing information for each product for discussion of approved indications, contraindications, and warnings.
Disclaimer
Participants have an implied responsibility to use the newly acquired information to enhance patient outcomes and their own professional development. The information presented in this activity is not meant to serve as a guideline for patient management. Any procedures, medications, or other courses of diagnosis or treatment discussed or suggested in this activity should not be used by clinicians without evaluation of their patient's conditions and possible contraindications and/or dangers in use, review of any applicable manufacturer's product information, and comparison with recommendations of other authorities.