Understanding and Applying Brain Imaging to the Evaluation and Treatment of Occupational Patients

Learner Outcomes

1. The conference attendee will be able to understand and interpret key imaging features of stroke and tumor on CT.
2. The conference attendee will be able to understand the basic purpose of CTA imaging and its's characteristics for stroke diagnosis and management.
3. The conference attendee will be able to understand and interpret key imaging features of stroke and tumor on MRI.

Abstract

Understanding and Applying Brain Imaging to the Evaluation and Treatment of Occupational Therapy Patients. Join Us for an In-Depth Exploration of Brain Imaging!

Lecture 1: High-Yield Concepts in Reading a Head CT and CTA
Gain essential skills for interpreting Head CTs and CT Angiograms. Learn to identify key features for rapid and accurate assessments.

Lecture 2: High-Yield Concepts in Reading a Brain MRI
Master the intricacies of various MRI sequences, including T1, T2, FLAIR, Diffusion Weighted Imaging, GRE, and SWI. Enhance your diagnostic precision by understanding the unique insights of each sequence.

 

Lecture 3: Strokes in the Anterior Circulation
Dive deep into the vascular territories of the Internal Carotid Artery branches, Anterior Cerebral Artery, and Middle Cerebral Artery. Learn to pinpoint and interpret stroke patterns in these critical regions.

Lecture 4: Posterior Circulation
Explore the complex anatomy and pathology of the posterior circulation, focusing on the Thalamus, Brain Stem, and Cerebellum. Develop a systematic approach to diagnosing and managing related conditions.

Lecture 5: Understanding Practical Brain Imaging for Vision
Understand the imaging strategies for vision-related disorders such as Diplopia, Nystagmus, Field Cuts, and Visual Processing. Improve patient outcomes with targeted imaging techniques.

Lecture 6: Nontraumatic Aneurysms: Treatment and ICU Complexities
Grasp the fundamental concepts of nontraumatic aneurysms, including their treatment modalities and the complexities involved in ICU management. Equip yourself with the knowledge to navigate these challenging scenarios.

 

Lecture 7: Understanding TBI Imaging
Delve into the imaging modalities for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), including non-operative strategies, Subdural Hematomas, Epidural Hematomas, Contusions, and Diffuse Axonal Injury. Enhance your ability to diagnose and manage TBIs effectively.

Lecture 8: High-Yield Keys to Understanding Brain Tumors and Infections
Learn to differentiate between primary and metastatic brain tumors, and recognize key imaging features of brain infections. Boost your diagnostic accuracy with high-yield insights.

 

Biography
Mr. Carnazzo is an Adjunct Professor in the Doctorate in Occupational Therapy Program at Huntington University and an Occupational Therapist at Banner University Medical Center in the Comprehensive Stroke Center. With extensive experience in neuroimaging and stroke rehabilitation, Mr. Carnazzo has taught diagnostic imaging and started practicing in 1994.

 

References to support evidence-based practice
Penn Radiology. (2017). Comprehensive neuroradiology: Best practices [Online continuing medical education course]. University of Pennsylvania. https://www.pennmedicine.org

Albert Einstein College of Medicine. (2017-2018). Introducing MRI: The basics [YouTube channel]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeinstein

Lipton, M. L. (2018). Totally accessible MRI: A user's guide to principles, technology, and applications. CRC Press.