• Foundations for Great CT Scanning

Our expert faculty member, Deb Scroggins, MSRS, RT(R)(CT)(CV)(M), will guide you through a comprehensive exploration of cross sectional abdominal, chest, and head anatomy and pathology.

We'll start by reviewing the essential physics concepts that underlie CT scanning, including backprojection and image reconstruction, helical CT and pitch, and beam hardening and dual-energy CT. You'll gain a deep understanding of these foundational principles and how they relate to high-quality CT imaging. Then dive into the anatomy and pathology of the abdomen, chest, and head, with a focus on cross sectional views. You'll learn how to identify structures and pathologies on these views, including the appendix, gallbladder, ventricles, and aorta. Our course materials are packed with detailed images and diagrams to help you visualize these structures and deepen your understanding.

By the end of the course, you'll be equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to produce great CT scans. You'll be able to discuss the types of filters used in backprojection, give examples of low-pitch techniques in helical scanning, and confidently identify key structures on cross sectional views of the abdomen, chest, and head. 

 

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Course Topics

Physics Review 

  • Backprojection and Image Reconstruction
  • Helical CT and Pitch
  • Beam Hardening and Dual-Energy CT

Anatomy and Pathology Review 

  • Cross Sectional Abdominal Anatomy and Pathology Review
  • Cross Sectional Chest Anatomy and Pathology Review
  • Cross Sectional Head Anatomy and Pathology Review

Course Objectives

At the conclusion of the course the participant should be able to:

  1. Discuss the types of filters in backprojection
  2. Give an example of what a low-pitch techniques might be most useful for in helical scanning.
  3. Identify the appendix on a cross sectional abdomen view.
  4. Identify structures present on a cross sectional view of the gallbladder.
  5. Identify the ventricles on a cross sectional brain study
  6. Identify the aorta on cross sectional chest study

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This program provides AHRA Category A continuing education credit for radiologic technologists recognized by the ARRT and various licensure states. You must attend the entire program to receive your certificate of completion.

This live, instructor-directed course meets the Texas Medical Board requirements for all registered Medical Radiologic Technologists.  Please refer to the TMB website for more information.
Deborah Scroggins , MSRS, RT(R)(CT)(CV)(M)

Deborah Scroggins, MSRS, (R)(CT)(CV)(M) is an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center – School of Health Professions: Diagnostic Imaging Program in the Texas Medical Center. She is the Associate Program Director for the Computed Tomography and Vascular Interventional Programs. She has extensive experience teaching in Radiography programs and continuing education. She was the Dean of Health Sciences and a Program Director at Galveston College for many years. Deborah received her Master's degree from Midwestern State University and her Bachelor’s degree from The University of Toledo. She has been a Radiographer for almost 39 years. You will appreciate her excellent teaching skills and subject knowledge.
Category Hours Revision Year(s)
CT > Image Production > Image Formation .50 2017, 2022
CT > Image Production > Physics and Instrumentation .50 2016
CT > Procedures > Abdomen and Pelvis .50 2017, 2022
CT > Procedures > Body 1.0 2016
CT > Procedures > Head, Spine and Musculoskeletal .50 2017, 2022
CT > Procedures > Neck and Chest .50 2017, 2022
CT > Procedures > Neuro .50 2016
MRI > Procedures > Body 1.0 2016, 2020
MRI > Procedures > Neuro .50 2016
MRI > Procedures > Neurological .50 2020
Radiologist Assistant > Procedures > Abdominal Section .50 2017
Radiologist Assistant > Procedures > Neurological, Vascular, and Lymphatic Sections .50 2017, 2018, 2023
Radiologist Assistant > Procedures > Thoracic Section .50 2017

Foundations for Great CT Scanning

  • Course ID: RT/Diagnostic-CTFound-4346-232
  • Credit: 2 Category A Credits (Direct)
  • Date: 01/09/2025
  • Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Instructor: Deborah Scroggins , MSRS, RT(R)(CT)(CV)(M)
  • $34.95
  • $15.90