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INSIDE FOCALSPOT: PRESIDENT’S LETTER.......... 2 NEW BRAND REVEALED..... 3 WHAT WE NEED................. 3 COURSE SCHEDULE......... 4-5
25 YEARS OF Maximum Value for Your Educational Growth and Development
In With the New! Happy New Year! Well another year has passed; we hope it was a good one for you. This time of year we tend to look back on the previous year to reflect on our successes, accomplishments and trials while keeping an eye on the future. How we can improve over last year is usually the goal of the review.
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This year RSTI is reaffirming its commitment to women’s health sciences. In addition to Bone Densitometry and Ultrasound Service training, RSTI has the most comprehensive Mammography Service Training programs available. We offer training on Film/Screen and Digital Mammographic Imaging systems. We now have all of the current digital mammography systems dedicated to supporting our industryleading imaging systems maintenance courses.
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President’s Letter: 2010 A big look back. A bold look forward. Wow!
By the time you read this newsletter, it will be 2011. Another year of training will has successfully ended at your diagnostic imaging training center. It may just be me, but time seems to be flying by at a faster pace each year, requiring us to plan further ahead each year. We used to plan training out 4-6 months at a time. Now we plan it out 12-18 months at a time, and people continue to ask about the next schedule beyond those dates.
so long chalk boards
It is with some genuine nostalgia that in the last decade, RSTI has said goodbye to chalk boards and erasers. White boards and magic markers are on the endangered species list. They may never be extinct, but will be used less and less over time. Several years ago we migrated to digital presentations on power point and other software solutions on smart boards, that allow us to provide creative new ways of communication with no muss or fuss. The virtual markers on our smart boards show up as pixelated color representations that never really land on the board, so there is no erasing or mess involved. Being old school, I will always miss the chalk on our erasers and our hands‌ Today our classes are going through an evolution that is not only interesting to observe, but also provides RSTI with unique digital challenges to the core of each curriculum including Phase training. With the advent of digital imaging, both DR and CR, we are now capturing millions of pixels and creating images of body parts and internal organs, faster with acceptable, but reduced resolution. Innovation in software allows the radiologists to manipulate stored images in any way they need to improve diagnosis. An additional computer can take the analysis one step further, providing an onboard, immediate second opinion. This entire process can be done in 10-15 seconds, allowing more to be accomplished while taking less time and money. The difference
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in digital image resolution versus film will have to improve over time, along with lower doses to make the entire digital experience more than acceptable.
The next 10 years
So where does RSTI imaging training go over the next decade? Breaking it up into bite size chunks of 2-3 years, here are our thoughts at this juncture: 1: Wet processor, film-based training has all but disappeared. Today our students want a real world, digital, hands-on experience that may include analog technology on X-Ray equipment, but coupled with CR minimally on the digital image side. 2: Right now RSTI uses a wet processor in Phase 1, but soon a CR in every lab will replace it. We will have the old technology on hand for teaching the fundamentals of x-ray and image quality, but currently more than half of our students do not work in an environment with anything but digital processors. 3: With the advent of replaceable digital detectors at a reasonable price, DR will be the driving force through the next 5 years for sure. As pricing comes down and repair/maintenance becomes affordable, every imaging facility will want the image quality enhancements and the improved workflow now being made possible. 4: This cycle will be sped up with new, younger radiologists pushing for technology that will improve diagnosis with lower doses of radiation. The end result is faster, more effective, and safer for everyone involved. During the last part of this decade we expect the science of molecular imaging to become a mainstream reality. If our timing is off, it is only because we have only scratched the surface on the possibilities of DR technology.
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In 2011, you will see and feel some big changes for RSTI. We have been busy building new brand messaging and identity across all of channels of communication.
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RSTI intends to coordinate the timeliness of its training programs with the ebb and flow of technology. In the last 5 years we have spent several million dollars getting ourselves ready to ride the wave of technological change with major changes in equipment and curriculum. Adjustments in our labs, with our instructors, and with our curriculum all come with costs that your training center has never had to incur in the past.
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Our goal is to continue to be the only leading edge hands on imaging training center in the world. Our mission is to provide that service at the best possible price, but more importantly to lower your costs in the field with the best education available.
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2010/2011 Technical Training Schedule
2010
X-RAY CERTIFICATE SERIES
TRAINING COURSE TITLE
January
Principles of Servicing Diagnostic X-Ray Systems (Phase I)
Jan 3- 14
Advanced Radiographic System Maintenance (Phase II)
Jan 17- 28
Advanced Fluoroscopic System Maintenance (Phase III)
February
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Advanced Diagnostic Imaging System Analysis (Phase IV)
NETWORKING & DIGITAL INFORMATION
PACS Engineer/Administrator Certification (Phase I)
Feb 21- Mar 4
PACS Engineer/Administrator Certification (Phase II)
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Introduction to Networking & DICOM GE Advantx 1, Advantx E, Advantx/Legacy Siemens R/F Sireskop SX
PRODUCT SPECIFIC
GE Precision 500D R/F
Feb 21- Mar 4
GE Revolution XR/d (Digital RAD) Philips RAD Bucky Diagnost GE RAD MPH/ Compax 40E GE Proteus (JEDI Generator)
MISC PORTABLES
C-ARM
Jan 24-28
CRES Pre-Study GE Definium 700 Digital Portable
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GE AMX Portables (IV, IV+)
Feb 7-11
C-Arm OEC 9600
Feb 14-18
Multi-Product C-Arm OEC 9600/9800
Feb 21- Mar 4
Multi-Product C-Arm OEC 9800/9900
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C-Arm OEC 9900
Jan 31- Feb 4
Siemens AXIOM Artis
CARDIAC
GE INNOVA Philips Integris Cath Lab System (includes generators)
Feb 14- Mar 4
Analog Multi-Vendor (GE, LORAD, Siemens) Lorad M-IV Platinum, ACR Accreditation, MQSA Lorad Multicare Platinum Breast Biospy
WOMEN'S HEALTH
Digital Mammography (GE ESSENTIAL)
Jan 31- Feb 11
Digital Mammography (GE SENOGRAPHE 2000D) Digital Mammography (Hologic Selenia)
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Instrumentarium Diamond
Feb 28- Mar 4
Multi-Vendor Bone Densitometry
ULTRASOUND
Multi-Vendor Ultrasound
MGMT
Capital Asset Management for the Digital Age (CAM)
Jan 31-Feb 4 Jan 17- 28
Principles of Servicing Computed Tomography (Phase I)
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Multi-Vendor CT (Phase II) Multi-Product CT (Phase III) GE Lightspeed
SHOWS & PRESENTATIONS
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RSTI Additions: 2010
Digital Mammography RSTI recently added more course offerings to our existing Digital Mammography training. The additions of the Senographe DS and Essential have bolstered our training on the very serviceable Senographe Digital product line. The Senographe product line includes the 2000d (released 1999), the DS (released 2004), and finally the Essential product (released 2007). The Senographe family has seen evolutions in detector size, software, X-Ray tube, gantry, IDC (Image Detection Computer), conditioner/chiller, and computer systems. The GE Digital mammography training will be available in 2 formats starting in 2011. First, each of the 3 products will be offered individually for customers that have only one of the 3 systems. Second, we will also be offering a GE MultiProduct Digital Mammography course for customers who have 2 or all 3 of the Senographe Digital units.
RSTI has also upgraded our Hologic Selenia Digital Mammography curriculum to a new 2 week format. The end result is a tightlypacked 2 week hands-on training course, producing a fully qualified service professional. RSTI feels this change will benefit the students with updated curriculum with up-to-date software, less travel time away from home, and lower travel expenses.
Current Digital Mammography systems training courses that we offer include: GE Senographe Essential GE Senographe DS GE Senographe 2000d Hologic Selenia
Digital Mammography courses RSTI will be adding in 2011 include:
GE Digital Mammography Family – Complete Senographe line includes the 2000d, DS, and Essential in one course!!! Siemens Mammomat Novation DR – Features include the W/Mo dual track anode, Syngo AWS (Acquisition Workstation) and Syngo MAmmoReport Diagnostic Viewstation.
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Did you know RSTI has over 25 digital labs engineered for hands-on training?
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COURSE TUITION X-RAY CERTIFICATE SERIES Phase I.................................................................................... $4390 (for 2 weeks) Phase II .................................................................................. $4590 (for 2 weeks) Phase III ................................................................................. $4790 (for 2 weeks) Phase IV ................................................................................. $4990 (for 2 weeks) RSTI PACS ADMINISTRATOR AND ENGINEER CERTIFICATE SERIES Phase I ................................................................................... $4990 (for 2 weeks) Phase II .................................................................................. $4990 (for 2 weeks) RAD & R/F PRODUCT SPECIFIC GE Precision 500D............................................................. .. .$9990 (for 2 weeks) GE Revolution XR/d (DR).....................................................$9990 (for 2 weeks) GE Advantx E/GE Legacy ...................................................... $5990 (for 2 weeks) GE Proteus XR/a......................................................................$2995 (for 1 week) Siemens R/F Sireskop SX...................................................... $5990 (for 2 weeks) Philips RAD Bucky Diagnost...................................................$2995 (for 1 week) Philips RAD Dual Digital Diagnost (DR) ...............................$4995 (for 1 week) GE RAD MPH/Compax 40E ....................................................$2995 (for 1 week) CARDIAC CATH LABS Philips Integris R/F Cath Lab System ................................... $8995 (for 3 weeks) Siemens AXIOM Artis (DR) ................................................ $9990 (for 2 weeks) GE INNOVA (DR) ............................................................... $9990 (for 2 weeks)
PORTABLE X-RAY GE AMX Portables: IV and IV Plus..........................................$2995 (for 1 week) GE AMX 700 (DR) ................................................................$4995 (for 1 week) WOMEN’S HEALTH Multi-Vendor Mammography Systems ................................ $5990 (for 2 weeks) Lorad M-IV Platinum ............................................................. $5990 (for 2 weeks) Multicare Platinum ..................................................................$2995 (for 1 week) Hologic Selenia (DR) ........................................................ $11990 (for 2 weeks) GE Senographe 2000D (DR) .............................................. $9990 (for 2 weeks) GE Senographe Essential (DR) .......................................... $9990 (for 2 weeks) Multi-Vendor Bone Densitometry .........................................$3995 (for 1 week) MOBILE C-ARMS OEC 9600 .................................................................................$2995 (for 1 week) OEC 9600/9800 ..................................................................... $7990 (for 2 weeks) OEC 9800/9900 ..................................................................... $9990 (for 2 weeks) OEC 9900 .................................................................................$4995 (for 1 week) ULTRASOUND Multi-Vendor Ultrasound Systems ....................................... $5990 (for 2 weeks) MANAGEMENT Capital Asset Management .....................................................$1995 (for 1 week) CT (COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY) Principles of Servicing Computed Tomography:Phase I ... $5990 (for 2 weeks) Multi-Vendor CT System Maintenance:Phase II................. $7990 (for 2 weeks) Multi-Product CT: GE LightSpeed Multi-Slice......... ........... $9990 (for 2 weeks) LASER PRINTERS Multi-Vendor Laser Imagers ...............................................$2990 (for 1 week)
Cancellation Policy
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Tuition is only refundable if cancellation is received in writing by RSTI at least 14 calendar days prior to the course or seminar date. Allow 30 days for receipt of the refund. Registrants who cancel within 14 days of the course or seminar date will have the tuition transferred to another course or seminar on a space available basis. In the event that a course does not attain our minimum enrollment, RSTI may postpone it. Paid tuition will remain on account to be applied to the rescheduled class.
You are responsible for expenses you incur while attending courses. However, RSTI has negotiated a reduced package rate that includes 12 nights hotel accommodations, transportation between the hotel and training center, breakfast, and lunch. We will notify you of this rate when you enroll; if you wish, we can add the full coverage package cost to your tuition.
Payment Due Policy Payment for all courses and/or seminars is due one full week in advance of the course start date. Purchase orders are accepted, but also must be paid one week prior to the course start date. We also accept VISA, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover as a method of payment. All past due invoices will be assessed a late fee of 1.5% per month on any unpaid balances.
Schedule Typically, courses run from 8:30 am-4:30 pm Monday through Friday. You will receive a detailed schedule when we confirm your registration. You should schedule your incoming flight to arrive Sunday afternoon or evening. On the last Friday, class ends at 12:00 noon. You may schedule your return flight any time in the mid- to late-afternoon.
Course Materials In addition to specially designed manuals and daily course handouts, you will also receive where appropriate: • Document package of the lecture • Performance evaluation forms • Flow diagrams • Certificate of Completion • Troubleshooting charts • Class Photograph Due to copyright issues, some courses require that students bring their own manuals. These may include, but are not limited to, Operators Manual, Service Manual and Schematics. We will advise you of this when you enroll.
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Mastering these topics will enable you to succeed on the final CRES Certification Exam. With RSTI’s self-study CRES package you can learn anytime, anywhere, at your convenience and on your schedule. The modules contain both practice exams with answers and exams which can be returned to RSTI for grading. We are offering a 20% discount off of the list price of $398. The sale price is $318.40.
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