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Head and Neck Imaging Course 2024
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- An intensive, case based head and neck course, providing what the consultant radiologist needs to know
- Designed for radiologists to provide an update on Head and Neck imaging interpretation and reporting practice, with an emphasis on imaging patients with suspected head and neck cancer but covering also areas such as temporal bones and paranasal sinuses
- Format: Very short interactive presentations, followed by cases on PACS with discussion and Q&A
- CPD: 12 CPD credits in accordance with the CPD Scheme of the Royal College of Radiologists
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DAY ONE
100 minutes
Compartmental Anatomy Overview
Dr Elizabeth Loney
Consultant Radiologist, Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
105 minutes
Temporal Bones
Dr Brook Adams
Consultant Radiologist (H&N) York & Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
105 minutes
Larynx
Dr Nalinda Panditaratne
Consultant Radiologist, Calderdale Royal Hospital, Halifax
90 minutes
Oral Cavity and Oropharynx
Dr Ata Siddiqui
Consultant Neuroradiologist, King's College Hospital, London
Dr Olivia Francies
Consultant Radiologist, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
DAY TWO
80 minutes
Nasopharynx and Skull Base
Dr Ata Siddiqui
Consultant Neuroradiologist, King's College Hospital, London
80 minutes
Hypopharynx
Dr Olivia Francies
Consultant Radiologist, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
90 minutes
Paranasal Sinuses
Dr Stuart Viner
Consultant Radiologist, Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
60 minutes
Mixed Case Review and Quiz
Dr Ravi Lingam
Consultant Radiologist, Northwick Park Hospital, Harrow, and Secretary, British Society of Head & Neck Imaging
The aim
- practical (case-based learning);
- stimulating (interactive, challenging cases, immediate feedback)
- comprehensive (covering a full range of head and neck imaging topics)
By the end of the course, the delegate will have:
- (1) a comprehensive understanding of good/best imaging interpretation practice;
- (2) improved imaging interpretation skills;
- (3) greater confidence in advanced practice; and the ability to know when to refer further
- (4) identified skills and knowledge gaps, if any, relevant to their practice, and clear ways by which these can be addressed.
The content
- Compartmental Anatomy Overview
- Nasopharynx and Skull base
- Oral Cavity and Oropharynx
- Hypopharynx
- Larynx
- Temporal Bones
- Paranasal Sinuses
- Mixed Case Review/Quiz
Each session includes:
- How to image and why (e.g. CT/MR best sequences/planes)
- Anatomy refresher
- Reporting checklist: what to look for and why
- Case by case tasked-based learning (e.g. ‘what is the T stage of this cancer?’)
- and feedback, highlighting specific learning points
Course director
Dr Elizabeth Loney
Consultant Radiologist, Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust, and Fellow of the ESHNR and Past-President of BSHNI
Faculty members
Dr Ata Siddiqui
Dr Ata Siddiqui was appointed as a Consultant Neuroradiologist in 2007. After his general radiology training, he undertook the Pan-London Neuroradiology fellowship, rotating across several major neuroscience centres/hospitals in London. His main interests are diagnostic neuroradiology and ENT (head and neck) imaging. He has authored several publications and regularly reviews manuscripts for journals such as Clinical Radiology and British Journal of Radiology. He has presented widely at national and international meetings. He regularly lectures at regional and national meetings. He is a member of the Royal College of Radiologists, British Society of Neuroradiologists and British Society of Head and Neck Imaging.
Dr Olivia Francies
Consultant Radiologist, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Dr Ravi Lingam
Consultant Radiologist,
Northwick Park Hospital, Harrow, and
Secretary, British Society of Head & Neck Imaging
Dr Nalinda Panditaratne
Consultant Radiologist,
Calderdale Royal Hospital, Halifax
Dr Rhian Rhys
Consultant Radiologist,
Cwm Taf University Health Board
Dr Stuart Viner
Consultant Radiologist,
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Comments from attendees of the previous courses
Excellent variety of cases, very informed speakers, good pace of delivery, interactive, case discussions and good IT support available when needed
Radiologist (delegate from this webinar in December 2022)
The anatomy refresher in the beginning was so amazing! Please include the concept in more courses! Great lecturers with different styles!
Radiologist (delegate from this webinar in December 2022)
Very good PACS viewer, knowledgeable and ready to help presenters
Radiologist (delegate from this webinar in December 2022)
Wide topic coverage , relevant cases and lectures all good for me
Radiologist (delegate from this webinar in December 2022)
The speakers knowledge and delivery was amazing, I was able to work through cases on my own and encouraged to participate and interact using chat and polling software, all really good!
Radiologist (delegate from this webinar in December 2022)
This course was very interactive and engaging with cases loaded on DICOM and use of Slido. Fantastic speakers and good timekeeping and prolonged breaks whelped a lot.
Radiologist (delegate from this webinar in December 2022)
Good for me, this course has reinforced my current practice methodologies, and always feel better knowing that others can also struggle with the more challenging cases too!
Radiologist (delegate from this webinar in December 2022)
Overall excellent. Some interruption at times might be internet related.
Radiologist (delegate from this webinar in December 2022)
It has increased my ability to read scans to aid medical / surgical management. Information that is important when requesting scans. Rationale of imaging modalities used. Overnight of tumour staging scales
Radiologist (delegate from this webinar in December 2022)
Yes definitely it will make a difference for me with the learning points that will enhance reporting and MDT discussion
Radiologist (delegate from this webinar in December 2022)
This will be very useful in my day-to-day practice as I come across head and neck cases as outside my subspecialty interest.
Radiologist (delegate from this webinar in December 2022)
Will help me in Head and Neck MR reporting.
Radiologist (delegate from this webinar in December 2022)
WILL IMPROVE MY PRACTICE, very helpful for reporting head and neck particularly cross sectional imaging
Radiologist (delegate from this webinar in December 2022)
Improved my confidence/knowledge in various areas of head and neck radiology to help produce more accurate reports containing pertinent information
Radiologist (delegate from this webinar in December 2022)
A fantastic refresher on anatomy and use of TNM in head and neck cancers.
Radiologist (delegate from this webinar in December 2022)
Access to cases for our imaging events
Our imaging courses are very much an interactive experience. Presentations are kept to the minimum and then you'll be into the fully featured cloud based DICOM viewer, looking at cases, feeding back your findings using our interactive tools. You'll get immediate feedback and learning points from our expert faculty member.
- Attendance of the course includes access to the database of cases associated to this event on our server at PostDICOM.
- Full access to each case with a full toolset to open, view and manipulate each case alongside the faculty but on your own screen!
- You will maintain your access to the resource throughout your 60 day catch-service period too.
Sample the DICOM viewer here. A window will load below the buttons (best demonstrated on a computer rather than mobile device)
When will I receive my course login?
We will contact you by email one week before the course takes place with all the necessary links and joining information.
We will re-send the links the day before the course.
If you have not received an email from us please contact us at webinars@infomedltd.co.uk and we will respond ASAP.
Will I need any special software to partake?
NO. Infomed shall provide you, upon registration a link to stream the course within your web browser, or you can download a small application to run it as a separate window on your computer. If you would prefer a mobile device, we shall also include a link download an app from the Play Store/App Store.
Can I interact with the speakers?
YES! It is very much encouraged. There will be Q&A sessions chaired by Infomed. You can type your questions in the ‘chat’ facility and they will be put to the speakers.
How I do access my catch-up & CPD certificate?
You can find your catch-up in your account page.
At the end of the catch-up page you will find a link to the feedback form, which will generate your CPD certificate when you submit your feedback.
If the catch-up is not visible in your account, please contact us and we will amend your account ASAP.
How to connect to a live online course
Using the short videos below, we shall guide you through the process of joining a meeting using Webex.
If joining from your own computer
If you are connecting from your own device then it is likely that you will be able to join via the Webex application.
If joining from a trust/institution computer
However, if you are using a computer that is owned and restricted by your trust, then you may find it easier to join via your web browser. Please see the second video for guidance on this process.
Joining Webex using the application on your PC or Mac
Joining Webex using your web browser
Accessing the PACS
Using the short videos below, we shall guide you through the process of opening the PACS and then on to opening, manipulating, and closing a case.
You are welcome to access our demo case set below
View demo cases here
Password: INFOMED
Accessing the database and cases on PACS
Advanced features of PACS
I've connected to a course but can't hear anything
When you connect to a course you should see some introductory slides and hear music.
If you cannot hear any music please check you are connected to the audio.
At the bottom of the webex meeting you may see a button that says “Connect to audio”.
Click this and then select “Use computer for audio” in the pop-up box.
If you have connected by a browser you may need to give your browser access to your microphone in order to connect to the audio.
Click the padlock in the top left of your browser and make sure microphone access is allowed
If this does not resolve your issue please email us or call us on 0204 520 5081
What do I need to join a course?
To join an Infomed Online course you simply need an internet connection and a browser (Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari).
You can also connect from a mobile device: Download the Webex Meetings app from your App Store.
To join a course with a smooth experience, your internet connection must be stable, not connected to a VPN and at least 20Mbps download.
Below you can use the tool to run an internet speed test.
You must test from:
- — the location that you intend the see the course from;
- — withing the location, if using Wi-Fi, the room or department area that you intend to view the course from to ensure a good signal
- — if connecting from home, a computer that is not connected to a workplace VPN
Speed test
Internet Speed Test
Please test your connection speed at www.fast.com
To join a course with a smooth experience, your internet connection must be stable, not connected to a VPN and at least 20Mbps download.
Fee: £295
- 120 days of access with unlimited playback during this time
- Access to PACS included
- CPD Certificate of attendance upon completion with 12 CPD points
- Opportunity to submit questions directly to the faculty