Overview
This forum will showcase state-of-the-art advancements in
cardiac MRI and CT, highlighting new technologies and clinical applications
that are shaping the future of cardiovascular imaging. Topics will include
emerging hardware innovations such as photon-counting CT, cutting-edge MRI
sequences including 4D flow, novel post-processing tools such as perivascular
fat attenuation (FAI) on cardiac CT, and the integration of artificial
intelligence into image acquisition, analysis, and workflow optimization. Sustainability
considerations in cardiac imaging will also be discussed, emphasizing the
importance of reducing environmental impact while maintaining diagnostic
excellence.
Needs Assessment
The
program was developed following a review of learning gaps and informed by several
sources of evidence that captured both perceived and unperceived needs. These
data were collected from the CAR membership CPD survey and from the evaluations
of past educational events. Topics were further refined through consultation
with subject matter experts.
Target Audience
This forum is designed for general and subspecialty
radiologists and trainees with an interest in cardiothoracic imaging.
Learning Objectives
At the end of the
Forum, The Future of
Advanced Cardiac Imaging: Innovations in MRI and CT, delegates will
be able to:
CanMEDS Roles: Medical Expert, Scholar
Discuss novel post-processing and AI applications for improved image interpretation, risk stratification, and workflow efficiency
CanMEDS Roles: Medical Expert, Scholar, Communicator
Recognize the role of sustainability in the future of cardiovascular imaging and strategies to reduce environmental impact
CanMEDS
Roles: Health Advocate, Leader, Professional
Accreditation
This forum was co-developed with GE
HealthCare and was planned to achieve scientific integrity, objectivity, and
balance. This event is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as
defined by the Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Program of the Royal College
of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and approved by the Canadian Association
of Radiologists. This forum is approved for a maximum of 1.5 hours (credits are
automatically calculated).
Participants should only claim the credits
commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
