Program Description
Whereas ultrasound in the diagnosis and treatment of thyroid and parathyroid disorders encompasses new knowledge and technology that was not available in most formal training programs for endocrinologists, the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists has undertaken responsibility of training and certifying endocrinologists, endocrine surgeons, otolaryngologists / head and neck surgeons, pathologists and radiologists in these new procedures. Many candidates for ECNU certification need further instruction in performance of comprehensive ultrasound examination, preparation of written reports, biopsy technique and slide preparation. The target audience for this course is clinical endocrinologists, endocrine surgeons, ENT / head and neck surgeons, pathologists and radiologists and their physician extenders.
Faculty & Credentials
*Devaprabu Abraham, MD, MRCP, FACE, ECNUProfessor of Medicine (Clinical), Surgery and PathologyDivision of Endocrinology and ENTDepartment of MedicineUniversity of UtahSalt Lake City, UT*Mark A. Lupo, MD, FACE, ECNUAssistant Clinical ProfessorFlorida State University College of MedicineThyroid & Endocrine Center of FloridaSarasota, FLJ. Woody Sistrunk, MD, FACE, ECNUJackson Thyroid and Endocrine Clinic, PLLCJackson, MSAlex Tessnow, MD, MBA, FACE, ECNUAssistant Professor, Department of Internal MedicineImmediate Past President, Texas Chapter of AACEDivision of Endocrinology, Diabetes and MetabolismUniversity of Texas SouthwesternDallas, TXJana Hansen, RDMS, RVTMankato, MNL. Jackie Kaddatz, RDMSCarmel, NYKevin R. Rooker, RT(R), RDMS, RVTPooleville, TXEmily Smith, BS, RDMS, RVTRochester, MN*Indicates individual is also a member of the program committee
Learning Objective
Upon completion of this course, one will understand the indications and limitations of thyroid ultrasound and how it integrates with other thyroid tests (FNAB, and Tg) to improve the diagnosis and management of thyroid disease. "Hands-on" ultrasound and ultrasound guided FNA biopsy will be demonstrated and practiced by the attendees using phantoms. Participants will understand the components of a complete neck ultrasound and be able to compose a comprehensive report.
Target Audience
The target audience for this course is clinical endocrinologists, endocrine surgeons, ENT / head and neck surgeons, pathologists and radiologists and their physician extenders with prior experience in thyroid ultrasound.
Accreditation
The American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.The American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) designates this live activity for a maximum of 15.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)â„¢. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.