Topics

Common Pediatric Fluoroscopic Exams and Relative Pathologies (GI and GU)

• Introduction to pediatric fluoroscopic exams and pathologies.
• Gastric Pathology Examinations:
  • Modified Barium Swallow Evaluations for Laryngeal Penetration/Aspiration.
  • Esophagram for Esophageal Atresia (with/without Tracheoesophageal Fistula).
  • Upper GI Exam for Pyloric Stenosis, Malrotation, Duodenal Atresia.
  • Feeding Tube Placements and Assessments.
  • Contrast Enema Exams for Hirschsprung’s Disease.
  • Contrast & Air Enemas for Intussusception Reduction.
  • Imaging of Anorectal/Cloacal Malformation Anatomy.
• Urinary Pathology Examinations:
  • Voiding Cystourethrograms for Vesicoureteral Reflux, Duplex Collecting System anomaly.
  • Voiding Cystourethrograms for Voiding Dysfunction (Posterior Urethral Valves, Spinning Top Urethra).
  • Retrograde Urethrograms, Intravenous Pyelogram, and Nephrostomy Tube Injections..

Know Your Radiology Team

• Defining teamwork and roles in radiology.
• Assessing one’s role as a team player within the radiology team.
• Benefits of teamwork and understanding team members' roles.
• Impact of ineffective team collaboration.

Preceptors Need Training, Too

• Understanding the preceptor's role in clinical radiology.
• Introduction to four learning styles.
• Application of the cognitive apprenticeship model in clinical training.
• Importance of preceptor training for skill development.

Spanish Medical Terminology

• Introduction to medical radiology terminology.
• Basic Medical Vocabulary:
  • Anatomical terms, medical prefixes, suffixes, essential verbs.
• Radiologic Modalities (X-ray, Computed Tomography).
• Patient Interaction Vocabulary:
  • Greetings, informed consent terms, anatomy explanations, addressing concerns, communication tips.
• Cultural Competency in Medical Spanish:
  • Cultural considerations, case study discussions, ethical considerations in language assistance.

Winter Season: Radiologic Respiratory Pathology in X-ray and CT

• Overview of the respiratory system and common winter respiratory conditions.
• Imaging for Winter Respiratory Pathologies:
  • Acute Bronchitis, Pneumonia, COPD, Asthma, Pulmonary Edema, Pleural Effusion.
• Imaging Techniques (X-ray, CT) for positioning, interpretation, and techniques.
• Differential Diagnosis for similar pathologies.
• Case Studies on X-ray and CT findings in winter respiratory conditions.
• Advanced Topics in imaging technology and future diagnostic directions.

Objectives

Common Pediatric Fluoroscopic Exams and Relative Pathologies (GI and GU)

• Understand Modified Barium Swallow examination for assessing swallow safety.
• Identify pre/postoperative imaging of esophageal atresia with/without tracheoesophageal fistula.
• Differentiate normal versus abnormal anatomy in Upper GI (pyloric stenosis, malrotation, duodenal atresia).
• Assess the correct placement of feeding tubes.
• Explain anatomical appearances of Hirschsprung’s Disease.
• Describe Intussusception reduction techniques.
• Understand the grading of vesicoureteral reflux.
• Recognize duplex collecting system anomalies on Voiding Cystourethrograms.
• Differentiate normal urethra in males/females from conditions (posterior urethral valves, spinning top urethra).
• Understand the utility of Intravenous Pyelograms and Nephrostomy Injections.

Know Your Radiology Team

• Define teamwork-related terms within radiology.
• Assess your role as a team player.
• Identify radiology team members and benefits of effective team collaboration.
• Recognize what makes an effective team and the consequences of ineffective collaboration.

Preceptors Need Training, Too

• Define the role and importance of a preceptor.
• Recognize four different learning styles.
• Understand the cognitive apprenticeship model’s application to radiology training.
• Value preceptor training for continuous skill improvement.

Spanish Medical Terminology

• Develop vocabulary for essential Spanish medical terminology in radiology.
• Describe radiologic modalities in Spanish, including applications and limitations.
• Demonstrate effective patient communication for explaining radiologic procedures.
• Cultivate cultural awareness for respectful and inclusive patient interactions.

Winter Season: Radiologic Respiratory Pathology in X-ray and CT

• Comprehend the pathophysiology of winter respiratory conditions (acute bronchitis, pneumonia, COPD, asthma, pulmonary edema, pleural effusion).
• Recognize X-ray and CT findings in winter respiratory pathologies.
• Differentiate similar respiratory conditions based on imaging and clinical context.
• Apply critical thinking to case studies, integrating imaging and clinical data for patient management.
• Stay informed on advances in imaging technologies for respiratory diagnosis.
• Emphasize the importance of patient history and symptoms for comprehensive care in respiratory cases.