SNMMI NEWS
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CMS Proposes 2019 Payment Rule for Physicians
CMS issued its CY 2019 proposed payment policies and payment rates for services furnished under the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule. (Government Relations News) - July 12, 2018 —
Availability of Mo-99
Nuclear reactors in both South Africa and Australia are off-line for unscheduled reasons. Efforts are being made to reduce the impact on patients. (SNMMI News) - July 10, 2018 —
SNMMI-ACNM-ASTRO Submit Joint Comments to NRC on Training and Experience Requirements
SNMMI together with representatives from ACNM and ASTRO offered recommendations for potential updates to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s requirements for those who wish to be authorized users of unsealed byproduct material. (Government Relations News) - July 9, 2018 —
Novel PET Imaging Method More Fully Evaluates Extent of Rheumatoid Arthritis Inflammation
A new PET imaging method more fully evaluates the extent of rheumatoid arthritis by targeting translocator protein (TSPO) expression in the synovium (joint lining tissue). The study is featured in the July issue of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine. (Press Releases) - July 5, 2018 —
Technologists: The JNMT Twitter Club Continues in August!
The second session of the new JNMT Twitter Club (@JNMTClub) will occur Thursday, August 16. Participants read the article before the session, then discuss it via Twitter, using #JNMTclub in each tweet. One CE hour can be earned via the short post-exam. Find out more! (SNMMI News) - July 3, 2018 —
SNMMI Opposes Florida Proposal
SNMMI responds to an attempt to withdraw Medicare coverage of DAT-SPECT with Iodine I-123 Ioflupane (DatScan). (Government Relations News) - July 2, 2018 —
Novel Pretargeted Radionuclide Therapy for HER2-Expressing Cancers Shows Promise
In a mouse model, researchers have demonstrated that a novel, affibody-based pretargeted radionuclide therapy for HER2 (human epidermal growth factor receptor 2)-expressing cancers is non-toxic to the kidneys and improves survival. The study is reported in The Journal of Nuclear Medicine’s July featured article of the month. (Press Releases) - July 1, 2018 —
This Month in JNM
The July 2018 issue of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine is now available. Read about radionuclide therapy of HER2-expressing human xenografts using an affibody molecule-based PNA-mediated pretargeting; translocator protein as an imaging marker of macrophage and stromal activation in RA pannus; the effects of fasting on 18F-DCFPyL uptake in prostate cancer lesions and tissues with known high physiologic uptake; and more. (SNMMI News)
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Latest Releases:
- JNM (July 2018): Alpha-Emitters for Radiotherapy: From Basic Radiochemistry to Clinical Studies — Part 2
Accreditation: ACPE, VOICE A+ - JNM (June 2018): Alpha-Emitters for Radiotherapy: From Basic Radiochemistry to Clinical Studies — Part 1
Accreditation: ACPE, VOICE A+ - JNMT (June 2018) Statistics Refresher for Molecular Imaging Technologists, Part 2: Accuracy of Interpretation, Significance, and Variance
Accreditation: VOICE A - JNMT (June 2018) Pharmacology, Part 1: Introduction to Pharmacology and Pharmacodynamics
Accreditation: VOICE A - JNMT (June 2018) The Importance of Quality in Ventilation–Perfusion Imaging
Accreditation: VOICE A - Abdominal Imaging: Quality, Safety, and Dose Optimization
Accreditation: VOICE A
Radiation Safety+ Review and Essentials
The new Radiation Safety+ Review and Essentials program provides a comprehensive overview of all aspects of radiation safety for nuclear medicine technologists preparing to take the NMTCB’s Radiation Safety Certification Examination. This 5 module/7.75 credit course also includes a 150 question mock exam lets you assess what you've learned! Learn More »
CT+ Review and Essentials
CT+ Review and Essentials provides you with the comprehensive didactic education you need to succeed, whether you're looking to build your general CT knowledge, or preparing to sit for the ARRT (CT) and/or NMTCB (CT) exam(s). This 18 module/17 credit course also includes a post-course mock exam lets you assess what you've learned! Learn More »
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Nuclear Medicine Online Review Course
SNMMI's online nuclear medicine review course covers adult and pediatric medicine, PET/CT and nuclear cardiology plus imaging protocols, interpretation and limitation. Learn More »
Case Reviews
SNMMI/ACNM MRI Case Reviews: Abdominal
SNMMI and ACNM have partnered to bring you the first-ever set of online MRI teaching modules as an introduction to interpreting MRI. Learn More »
Mid-Winter Meeting CT Case Reviews
This offering provides a comprehensive CT Case Review for nuclear medicine professionals. Review and interpret up to 100 CT studies. Learn More »
Annual Meeting CT/MRI Case Reviews
Recorded at the Annual Meeting, this online offering provides the opportunity to review and interpret 52 CT studies and 48 MRI case studies. Learn More »
Member Benefit! Complimentary Journal SAMs/Journal CE
Free Journal SAM/CE access is available exclusively for SNMMI Members. Take advantage of this great benefit and meet your certification requirements. Learn more »
PET Online Review Workshop for Technologists
Fee recently reduced! The PET Online Review Workshop is designed to prepare technologists for the NMTCB's PET Exam. Learn More »
PUBLICATIONS
Journal of Nuclear Medicine
Journal of Nuclear Medicine Technology
Molecular Imaging
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Molecular Imaging News
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July 17, 2018
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Study evaluates new PET technique to measure synaptic loss in Alzheimer's
- Tenofovir may reduce hepatocellular carcinoma risk in patients with HBV
- Study examines cognitive decline prevalence in middle-aged, older adults
- New noninvasive technique can switch mouse brain neural circuits off, on
- Secondary imaging interpretations rise amid low coverage denial rates
- Lawmaker explores options to resume ACA risk adjustment payments
- Scientists create app for motor-skill improvement in schizophrenia
- Tenofovir may reduce hepatocellular carcinoma risk in patients with HBV
UPCOMING EVENTS
The Best of SNMMI TV from the 2018 Annual Meeting
SNMMI TV returned in 2018 with conference news, interviews, and in-depth reports on leading institutions. Learn more.
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Viva Las Vegas 2018
July 21 – 22, 2018 | Las Vegas See Event Details ► -
11th World Congress on Infectious Diseases and Therapy
July 23 – 25, 2018 | Melbourne , Australia See Event Details ► -
EANM: ESMIT Autumn School 2017
September 1 – 3, 2018 | Cluj-Napoca , Romania See Event Details ►