Optimizing Clinical Perspectives in PET and PET/CT Imaging: A Comprehensive CME Teaching Activity

This CME activity aims to provide healthcare professionals with a comprehensive clinical perspective on the applications of Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and Computed Tomography (CT) imaging. It covers basic to advanced applications, focusing on disease detection and treatment planning, as well as an introduction to theranostics.

Target Audience

This CME activity is designed for radiologists, oncologists, and nuclear medicine physicians. It is also beneficial for physicians who order these studies, enhancing their understanding of the indications and applications of PET and PET/CT imaging.

Scientific Sponsor

Educational Symposia is the scientific sponsor of this CME activity, ensuring that the content is evidence-based and up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field.

Educational Objectives

Upon completing this CME teaching activity, participants should be able to:

1. Apply state-of-the-art protocols to evaluate neurodegenerative disease, head and neck, and cutaneous cancers in clinical practice.
2. Optimize PET and PET/CT imaging protocols for the detection and follow-up of infection and inflammatory disorders.
3. Describe the advantages and pitfalls of PET and PET/CT imaging.
4. Differentiate normal variants and urgent findings on PET/CT scans.
5. Discuss the utility of PET/CT imaging when evaluating dementia, gastrointestinal, thyroid, and prostate cancers.

This comprehensive CME activity aims to enhance healthcare professionals’ knowledge and skills in utilizing PET and PET/CT imaging for optimal patient care.