Abstract
Communication is the cornerstone of life. Without it, we would not have the ability to exchange information, build rapport, increase efficiency, or improve technology. In medicine, communication is a fundamental element in educating physicians so that patients ultimately are the benefactors. That is why the theme of the 2003 RSNA Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting is “Communication for Better Patient Care.” Now more than ever, radiology is an integral component of medical care. All members of the radiology team—radiologists, radiation oncologists, medical physicists, and their support personnel—must remain aware of the latest scientific research, the current trends, and the newest technology, to provide the highest level of care to our patients. With that in mind, RSNA has developed an annual meeting program that is relevant, inspiring, and intellectually satisfying. In addition, physicians have the opportunity to earn a maximum of 80.5 hours of category 1 continuing medical education (CME) credits toward the American Medical Association (AMA) Physician’s Recognition Award. Last year, nearly 60,000 people participated in the event; they experienced an impressive array of scientific presentations, hands-on workshops, courses, educational exhibits, technical exhibits, and an unparalleled opportunity to network with top imaging leaders from around the world. For this year’s meeting, the RSNA Board of Directors has made several changes that will enhance the scientific program and make the meeting more “user friendly.” One big change is the way the Scientific Program will be delivered. All RSNA members are entitled to one free copy of the Scientific Program as a benefit of membership. To request a copy of the program, go to www.rsna.org/program, then choose either to have the program mailed in advance of the annual meeting (deadline, September 1, 2003) or request to pick up the program at the annual meeting. Members who neither pick it up nor request their copy will not receive a print copy of the program. The Scientific Program content will also be available online. The online version makes it easy for attendees to customize a schedule that will give them maximum benefits from the meeting. They will be able to perform comprehensive searches, design a detailed schedule, and download the information to a computer or personal digital assistant. A step-by-step tutorial on how to create a customized meeting schedule will be included in the October issue of RSNA News. Another change for the meeting is the addition of Case-based Review Courses. These new single-day refresher courses will focus on neuroradiology, vascular and interventional radiology, or pediatric radiology. Each daylong course will have morning and afternoon breaks and a lunch recess. The Case-based Review Courses will be interactive—a feature that will be incorporated in an increasing number of courses this year. More digital scientific sessions will also be offered. These are selected scientific paper presentations made available as narrated Microsoft PowerPoint demonstrations. In response to your requests, the lunch period will be longer this year so that attendees will have the opportunity to spend more time viewing exhibits, visiting with colleagues, or walking to the next course. Back by popular demand, the Essentials of Radiology Refresher Course Series will provide 12 hours of category 1 CME credit
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