training course on xray for general practitioner
Thu, 14 October 2010 03:01:07 | Event | Admin
Course for general practitioners in gaining knowledge on radiation safety, maintenance of xray equipment, radiographic techniques and interpretation of xray.
The above program, organized by Malaysian Nuclear Agency, Ministry of Science, Technology and Inovation, Malaysia, will be held as follows:-
- Date: 13-18 December 2010
- Venue: Penang
This course is COMPULSORY for doctors who are applying for x-ray license (Akta Perlesenan Tenaga Atom 1984).
Please contact Mathilda if you are interested to join.
Your Investment
- Single: RM2400.00
- team Discount: 2280.00
Course Objectives
- To understand the philosophy and principles of radiation protection
- Creating awareness on the radiation hazards, biological effects and risks of ionising radiation
- To generate the importance of right working procedure being practiced when dealing with x-ray equipment
- To promote greater awareness on good operational practices in medical radiography for optimisation of dose
- To familiarise with the radiographic technique and interpretation of radiograph
Course Outline
This 6-day course is designed for general practitioners with the purpose of gaining knowledge on radiation safety, proper maintenance of x-ray equipment, radiographic techniques and interpretation of x-ray. It covers wide spectrum of x-ray both in theory and practical for medical practice. All participants will be awarded the Certificate of Attendance subject 75% attendance.
Course Contents
Module 1: Radiation Safety Awareness
- Basic information on radiation sources
- Radiation hazards and effects of ionising radiation on man
- Principles of radiation protection
- Basic radiological monitoring and measurements
- Safety measures in exposure room
- Radiation safety audit
- Legislative requirements, Act 304
Module 2: X-ray Equipment and Associated Facilities
- X-ray equipment, components and production of x-ray
- Maintenance and calibration of equipment
- Maintenance of cassette, screen etc
- Maintenance of dark room and processing facilities
- Quality assurance: Image production and film quality
Module 3: Radiographic Techniques and QAP
- Radiographic techniques for chest and extremities
- Radiographic anatomy
- Normal chest x-ray and criteria of good radiography
- Interpretation of x-ray/radiography
- Quality assurance practice and responsibility
Target Participant
Physician/medical doctor and Lecturer
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