Katharine Driscoll Maglione MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Janet R. Szabo MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Neesha S. Patel MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Anita Mehta MD, MSc, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Emily B. Sonnenblick MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Laurie R. Margolies MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

The upcoming American Board of Radiology (ABR) Exam of the Future will include up to 110 questions emphasizing physics content. The purpose of this exhibit is to review mammography physics and quality improvement for those taking the new ABR exam and for practicing radiologists.

Similar to the new ABR examination, this exhibit will emphasize images and practical applications. Topics are from the ABR Diagnostic Radiology Core Examination Study Guide (updated 8/5/2011). These include: optimizing film or digital mammograms (target/filter, grid, scatter, radiation dose), recognition and correction of artifacts, digital mammography workstations (equipment parameters and image processing). Quality assurance topics include quality determinants: patient positioning, image processing, optimal technique, and equipment. Mammography Quality Standards Act requirements will be reviewed. The presentation will conclude with an interactive quiz using multiple choice and matching questions, modeled after sample practice questions released by the ABR.

As reflected by the new ABR exam, it is essential that practicing radiologists are familiar with mammography physics and quality improvement. In concordance with the ABR, we review core topics with an emphasis on images and practical application.

Maglione, K, Szabo, J, Patel, N, Mehta, A, Sonnenblick, E, Margolies, L, Physics and Quality Control in Breast Imaging: What Every Radiology Resident & Practicing Radiologist Needs to Know.  Radiological Society of North America 2013 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, December 1 - December 6, 2013 ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2013/13019077.html