Theoretical and Practical Training in MRI

 COURSE TITLE

• Theoretical and Practical Training in MRI

A Basic Course on MR Physics for Technologists and Radiologists

• A Short-term course.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

• In this course, fundamentals of MR physics, imaging techniques and pulse sequences are explained, beginning with the basic concepts of signal and contrast formation, as well as equipment and hardware necessary to interpret clinical images.
• After completion of this 3-day intensive training program, the attendees would be able to:
  • Understand basics of signal detection, contrast generation and image formation in MRI.
  • Understand available state-of-the-art imaging contrast mechanisms for daily use in clinics.
  • Understand imaging artifacts, and remedies to reduce them in MRI.
  • Understand practical pulse sequences and their applications in clinics.
• Course Outline:
  • Introduction to the course and the topics
  • Basic principles of signal formation in MRI
  • Basic principles of contrast mechanisms in MRI
  • Basic principles of MR instrumentation
  • Basic principles of MR image formation
  • Spin-Echo and Gradient-Echo imaging
  • Basic principles of MR safety
  • Basic principles of clinical practice and patient management
  • Basic principles of image optimization
  • Basic principles of artifacts in MRI
  • Basic principles of MR pathologies in clinics
  • Concluding remarks
  • Quick overview of the course

COURSE OBJECTIVES

• This course will teach MR technologists and radiologist basics of MR physics necessary to understand their daily clinical practice.
• The complementary goal of this course is to provide MR technologists, radiologists and MR physicists with a guide to the clinical world of diagnostic imaging. Therefore, the course content is constantly updated by the state-of-the-art research findings, as MRI science and education is evolving quickly in the world.

METHOD OF INSTRUCTION

• Two days of theoretical instruction in a lecture/lecture-discussion format
• One day of practical training (Hands-on MRI)

COURSE LOCATION(S)

• TUMS International Campus
• Imaging Centers for Practical Training (assigned by the instructor)

COURSE DIRECTOR(S)

• Hamidreza Saligheh Rad, PhD

(C.V. can be found at http://medicine.tums.ac.ir/default.aspx?p=3714&n=4239&refresh=1)

COURSE INSTRUCTOR(S)

• Hamidreza Saligheh Rad, PhD.

Assistant Professor, Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Director of MR Education and Training, GE and Siemens Iran

WHO CAN ATTEND

• Physicians/radiologists, technologists/radiographers, or physicists with at least six months of experience in diagnostic radiology

ELIGIBILITY

• Sufficient English knowledge
• A basic background in imaging techniques and applications
• At least six months of experience in diagnostic radiology

COURSE DURATION

• This course is designed for three days: Two days of theoretical training, and one day of practical training.

NUMBER OF POSITIONS OFFERED

• Up to 15 trainees per session

COURSE DATE

• The course will be offered once per season, four times a year (please be in touch with the instructor)

TUITION FEE

• 490$ for each trainee

APPLICATION DEADLINE

• Please note that applications must be received at least 1 month prior to the start of the course.

OTHER TIMES TO ATTEND

• The course will be offered once per season, four times a year (please be in touch with the instructor)

TO GET MORE INFORMATION

• Please contact Dr. Hamidreza Saligheh Rad via email:

h-salighehrad@tums.ac.ir

HOW TO APPLY

All applicants must apply electronically via our website. Fill in the Online Application Form and upload all required documents at http://gsia.tums.ac.ir/en/login/menu/4417
Please note that all applicants should apply online. There is no in-person admission. More details on “How to Apply” are available at http://gsia.tums.ac.ir/en/dlc/166/Useful-Information

VISA APPLICATION

TUMS will assist you in obtaining your visa after you are admitted.
All international students are required to obtain a student visa from the Iranian Consulate/Embassy in their home country before departing for Iran. After we receive your completed Visa Application Form (VAF), allow at least 6 to 8 weeks for the visa application process to complete.
Student will enter Iran with a one-month visa. After visiting their school and familiarizing themselves with the schedule and surroundings, students will be accompanied to the Iranian Ministry of Science, Research, and Technology in order to extend their student visa.

ACCOMMODATION

If you require accommodation, you will be able to use our international dormitories located close to campus in Tehran at student rates.