Fundamentals of Bone Densitometry
Preparing for your registry? Bone densitometry has evolved from an interesting test, prior to medications prescribed for Osteoporosis and Osteopenia, to a diagnostic exam that is significant in the treatment and diagnosis of millions of people. This course contains information corresponding to the content of the ARRT advanced level certification in Bone Densitometry and clarifies the important information specified by the Bone Density Society as being ’Äúmust know’Äù fundamentals.
Course Topics
- Physiology of bone
- Function of bone
- Bone structure
- Bone remodeling - Osteoporosis and Bone Health
- Clinical indications
- Evaluation and diagnosis - Risk factors for osteoporosis
- Genetic
- Endocrine
- Nutritional
- Lifestyle
- Medications - Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis
- Equipment operation and quality control
Courses cater to convenience |
Our course content is aimed at the future - your future. In addition to imaging skills coursework, there is a complete line of continuing education seminars that will connect you with the latest information. Seminars are available throughout the year in different cities making it convenient to update existing skills. Partnership classes sponsored in health care facilities can make the education available in smaller geographic venues with the choice of subject content catering to the local audience. |
Services are customizable |
Faculty is available for private consulting, tutorials, and instruction. Our experts can provide a range of services including image assessment, quality control and quality assurance, accreditation, education, hands-on training, and project management. If you can not wait for a class on our regular schedule, we can arrange for private tutorials. We also provide classes on-site for physicians' groups and radiology departments. We still make "House Calls". |
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