Radiological assessment of dementia: A standardized MRI protocol and report
Overview: This virtual course focuses on the use and interpretation of a robust MRI protocol in support of diagnosing dementia. The course will introduce a standardized radiological reporting format, which includes a series of validated scales relevant in assessing structural changes in dementia. The course will also focus on capturing details of importance for physicians, and provide training on detecting structural changes via a simulator.
Speakers:
Carmela Tartaglia MD FRCSC
Marion and Gerald Soloway Chair in Brain Injury and Concussion Research
Associate Professor, Tanz Centre for Research in Neurodegenerative Diseases, University of Toronto
Co-director Memory Clinic - Toronto Western Hospital
PI-Canadian Concussion Centre, Krembil Brain Institute
Director Memory Clinical Trials Unit
Paula Alcaide Leon MD
Clinician-Investigator and Associate Professor, Department of Medical Imaging, University of Toronto
Staff Neuroradiologist, Joint Department of Medical Imaging, Toronto Western Hospital
Accreditation:
- Royal College Maintenance of Certification Section 1: 1.5 hours
- Royal College Maintenance of Certification Section 3 Simulation: 2.5 hours
Fee: $150.00