Program Information

Diagnostic Professional Session

D Gress¹, D Pfeiffer², (1) MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, (2) Boulder Community Health, Boulder, CO

Presentations

TU-B-BRC-0 (Tuesday, March 10, 2015) 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Room: Ballroom C

For a variety of reasons, the diagnostic imaging contingent of AAPM has had a more difficult time trying estimate workforce requirements than their therapy counterparts. Over the past several years, the Diagnostic Work and Workforce Study Subcommittee (DWWSS) has collected survey data from AAPM members, but the data have been very difficult to interpret. The DWWSS has reached out to include more AAPM volunteers to create a more full and accurate representation of actual clinical practice models on the subcommittee. Though much work remains, through hours of discussion and brainstorming, the DWWSS has somewhat of a clear path forward. This talk will provide attendees with an update on the efforts of the subcommittee.

Learning objectives:

Through attending this session, attendees will:
1.) Learn relevant historical information on this subject;
2.) Understand the process of the DWWSS in 2014; and
3.) Understand the intended path forward for the DWWSS.

The ACR Diagnostic Imaging Centers of Excellence Program takes ACR accreditation in advanced imaging modalities to the next level by providing a comprehensive assessment of the entire medical imaging enterprise including structure and outcomes. The survey process includes a site visit from a survey team including a medical physicist. This presentation will include the following learning objectives:

1) Understand the eligibility criteria of the DICOE program
2) Review the survey process
3) Receive practical tips for a successful survey from the perspective of a medical physicist

Handouts

97-25912-353470-108764-1154718552.pdf (D Gress)

97-25913-353470-110058-546511654.pdf (D Pfeiffer)

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