NMED 4545 Principles of PET and PET/CT

This course is a clinical and didactic course which offers an emphasis on cross-sectional anatomy and the applications of PET and PET/CT imaging which include myocardial perfusion and viability, tumor localization, cancer staging, therapy planning, and response to therapy by providing an in-depth investigation of the principles as well as benefits and limitations of Positron Emitting Tomography (PET) and PET/CT (Computed Tomography) imaging and image fusion. In this course the student is required to complete a 120 hour clinical practicum off campus. Topics include: image acquisition, cross sectional anatomy, detector components and design, image fusion, radionuclide tracer production, tracer localization and their computer applications, patient preparation and case review. The primary focus of this course is to increase skill level and productivity in PET and PET/CT imaging.

Prerequisite

Admission to the Major, NMED 2420 and 3210, as well as completion of immunization requirements, CPR/First Aid and a clear criminal background check. (Spring)