VCAES Live Webinar “Bone Mineral Density” (BMD)
Join VCAES for this live webinar on Nov 1, 2025!
For more information: www.vcaeducation.ca
This event will cover:
Introduction to Osteoporosis: Causes, Prevention, Treatment and Imaging
- Understand Bone morphology and physiology
- Explore the causes of Osteoporosis and prevention approaches
- Understand the treatment methods of Osteoporosis
- Understand the physical principles of DXA/DEXA imaging
- Explore other imaging modalities of BMD
BMD Quality Control (QC), Accuracy & Precision
- Understand QC and technologist role within the facility.
- Recognize the importance of accuracy & precision when performing DXA scans.
Patient positioning during DEXA and DEXA measurements
- DEXA measurements (image analysis)
- Preparation of the patient for DEXA imaging
- Correct patient positioning
- Variabilities of scan length
- Alternative patient positioning and useful tips
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MR Imaging with a 1-molar Contrast Agent (Course #118)
• Review the basic properties of Gadovist
• Examine the performance of highly concentrated contrast agents in MRA
• Discuss technical considerations and methods for accelerating image acquisition
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Safety of Iodinated Contrast Media (Course #122)
• Types of contrast media
• Acute adverse events
• Delayed adverse events
• Contrast induced acute kidney injury
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MRI Safety (Course #138)
• MRI accidents
• Site access restrictions
• Danger to patients and staff
• MRI contraindications
• Magnetic field/scan room emergencies
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Acute Allergic Like Reactions to Gadolinium: Frequency and Severity, Recognition and Management (Course #181)
• Frequency and Severity of allergic-like reactions: Literature review and Data from Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
• Recognition of an allergic like reaction to Gadolinium
• Management of acute allergic-like reactions
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MRI Guided Biopsy A to Z (Course #194)
o Indications
o Choosing the biopsy device
o Planning the approach (lat vs med)
o Core vs vacuum assisted biopsy (VAB)
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Best Practices in Pediatric MR Protocolling Course
Dr Ravi Bhargava from Stollery Children’s Hospital discusses best practices in Pediatric MR Proticolling
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CT Contrast Extravasation: Can it be Decreased ? (Recorded Webinar)
CT scans have altered medicine in many ways, resulting in less exploratory surgeries, better pathology diagnosis, and even changes in the way doctors practice medicine. But if CT scans offer several benefits for diagnosis, CT contrast extravasations may carry downsides, from compartment syndrome to tissue necrosis.
In this video, Dr. Ryan K. Lee talks about CT contrast extravasation, its definition and its implications, and provides tips and tricks to decrease it.
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Peripheral MR Angiography A tech’s guide Dr Klass
Feb 28, 2026
Webinar from Dr. Klass
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Additional MRI Screening in women with extremely dense breasts (Recorded Webinar
Feb 28, 2026
Webinar from Dr. van Gils PhD
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Rethinking Breast Cancer Screening: Abbreviated Breast MRI
Feb 28, 2026
Webinar from Dr. Kuhl
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Contrast Enhanced MRI – What’s new in 2020 and beyond ? (Recorded Webinar)
Feb 28, 2026
Webinar from Dr. Pietsch
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Risk Adjusted Breast Screening Strategies
Feb 28, 2026
Webinar from Dr. Mann and Dr. Sardinelli
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Multidisciplinary Expert Panel on the Utilization and Application of a Liver-Specific MRI Contrast Agent (Gadoxetic Acid)
Feb 28, 2026
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Safety of LOCMs and Ultravist – Live Webcast
Feb 28, 2026
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Module 10 – MR Image Formation and Imaging Techniques
- Describe the two fundamental pulse sequence categories
- Explain the time parameters TE and TR
- Discuss how the flip angle affects image appearance
- Describe how images can be enhanced with the use of contrast agents
- Describe how 2D and 3D images are generated using gradient magnetic fields
- Explain the concepts of k-space and Fourier transform
- List several additional imaging techniques and their contrast properties
- Describe how these techniques differ from conventional spin echo and gradient echo pulse sequences
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Module 1-MRI of the Brain and Spine
- Describe current surface coil technology, field strength and gradient power, and pulse sequences that drive MRI of the central nervous system
- Characterize specific applications of MR brain imaging, including demyelinating disease, primary brain tumors, and vascular disease
- Explain the techniques of MR angiography and venography
- Discuss why MRI of the fetal brain is superior to ultrasound
- Describe various differential diagnoses including infections, inflammatory, and vascular disease and the role of MRI in narrowing the diagnosis
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Module 11-MRI Contrast Agent Safety
- Define the different types of MR contrast media
- Determine specific contrast media appropriate for different types of MR examinations
- Recognize and respond to the most common adverse patient reactions to MR contrast agent administration
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Module 9 – Basic Principles of MRI
- List the different types of tomographic imaging
- Explain how MRI and CT differ
- Explain the atomic structure of the hydrogen proton and its utility in MRI
- Describe how the hydrogen proton responds when placed in an external magnetic field
- Explain how a rotating magnetic field affects the behavior of hydrogen protons
- Describe how protons can be reoriented to longitudinal and transverse directions
- Compare and contrast transverse and longitudinal relaxation
- Describe the time constants relevant to transverse and longitudinal relaxation
- Explain Faraday’s law
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Module 2 – Advanced MRI Neurological Applications
- Explain the fundamental principles of echo planar imaging
- Describe the mechanisms of diffusion – and perfusion -weighted imaging
- Identify clinical uses of diffusion – and perfusion -weighted imaging
- Describe the principles and applications of BOLD imaging
- Explain the basis of magnetic resonance spectroscopy
- Identify the various techniques used with MR spectroscopy
- Evaluate the factors that can affect the quality of MR spectroscopy
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Module 3 – Patient and Facility Safety in MRI
- Identify patient safety hazards as they relate to the static magnetic field and transmitted radiofrequencies
- Identify patient contraindications to an MRI examination
- Describe procedures used to ensure patient comfort and safety during an MRI scan
- Describe the biological and physical hazards of MRI
- Explain the different zones in the MRI suite and the access restrictions for each
- Discuss environmental safety procedures in MRI
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Module 4 – MRI Systems and Coil Technology
- State the advantages of the short bore MR system
- Compare advantages and disadvantages of the low-field and high-field strength magnets
- Decide what type of magnet is most suitable for a specific MR examination
- Describe the major types of MR coils and when they should be used
- Discuss advantages and disadvantages of specific MR coils
- Select appropriate coil configuration to optimize the MR examination
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Module 5 – MR Image Postprocessing and Artifacts
- List postprocessing techniques and describe the benefits of each
- Assess which postprocessing technique is most effective for specific MR scans
- Identify standard MR system evaluation features and their appropriate uses
- Define the major types of MR artifacts and their causes
- Identify which MR artifacts can be corrected or eliminated and which can only be minimized
- Appraise the best method for correcting MR artifact for a specific MR examination
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Module 6 – Clinical Magnetic Resonance Angiography
- Describe the role of gadolinium-based contrast agents in vascular imaging
- Explain the role of phase contrast and time-of-flight imaging to create images using magnetic resonance angiography
- Discuss bolus detection techniques and timing methods
- Recognize patient risk factors and respond to the most common adverse patient reactions to MRI contrast media
- Identify common postprocessing reconstructions used in MRA
- List the imaging techniques used in MRA and MRV for various portions of the vasculature, including those that benefit from the use of contrast enhancement
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Module 7 – Cardiac MRI
- Explain the unique challenges of imaging the heart
- Identify the basic anatomy of the heart and great vessels
- Explain cardiac gating principles and patient safety and setup
- Discuss the principles of the primary pulse sequences and image contrast
- Describe the principles of bright-blood and black-blood pulse sequences
- Demonstrate proper planes of acquisition for obtaining standard cardiac views
- Explain common applications of cardiac MR imaging
- Apply common acquisition protocols
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Module 8 – Musculoskeletal MRI
- Balance effectively the parameters of spatial resolution, signal-to-noise ratio, and image contrast
- Properly position the patient and affected body part to ensure diagnostic images
- Explain the differences between arthrography and contrast-enhanced imaging and when each may be indicated
- Discuss advanced MSK MRI applications
- Reduce metal artifact in the imaging of prosthetic joints
- Describe and discuss upper and lower extremity anatomy and pathology
- Apply appropriate planes of acquisition for each body area
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Practical Quality Management in Radiology from Rad-Master
Provided by Rad-Master, this self-study course covers quality management. Rad-Master describes this accredited course as follows:
In essence, Quality Management is a systematic approach to ensuring that an organization’s products, services, and processes consistently meet customer expectations and regulatory requirements. It involves the establishment of quality policies, objectives, and procedures that are integrated across all levels of the organization. The core of quality management lies in the continuous improvement of processes, effective resource management, and fostering a culture of accountability.
For more information, please contact Rad-Master, today!
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Breast Cancer: An Overview
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among Canadian women. This quick self-study course will introduce the learner to the different types of breast cancer and up-to-date information regarding prevention, diagnosis, staging, and treatment. Detailed sections include: Recent statistics and risk factors for breast cancer; disease signs and symptoms; breast anatomy; treatment options; issues in breast cancer management such as screening; and understanding the psychosocial needs of a patient as well as identifying services available to support them. Given the prevalence and morbidity of breast cancer, this course is timely and appropriate for all health professionals as well as the general public.
This is also the required supplement for the Certificate in Breast Imaging – Screening.
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CT Imaging 1
This course provides the technologist and therapist with a comprehensive view of CT, including the basic principles of CT physics; CT system design and components; image acquisition parameters and reconstruction; image display and manipulation; image quality control and quality assurance; radiation dose, protection and dose saving strategies; contrast media and injection techniques.
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CT Imaging 2
Prerequisite for CT Imaging 2/3: CT Anatomy Exam.
It is expected that candidates who have not yet successfully completed the required CT Anatomy prerequisite exam have the foundational knowledge required to proceed. Candidates acknowledge this exam must be successfully completed for eligibility into the CTIC program.
Registration for the CT Anatomy exam is available under the Challenge Exams tab in the left-hand side of CPD Catalogue.
CT Imaging 2 will be of interest to those wishing to enhance their knowledge and gain further expertise in CT imaging of the head, neck and spine. CT Imaging 2 builds on the sectional anatomy and theory of CT Imaging 1 and applies those concepts to CT imaging of the head, neck and spine. There is a focus on imaging with and without contrast and optimizing scan parameters to enhance imaging of the head neck and spine, including the role CT plays in managing critically ill patients. The course features an in-depth approach to pathological processes and the key radiographic indicators of pathology.
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