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Course description: 

The purpose of this program is to provide technologists with the ability to understand and execute all basic and advanced functions and options of the Philips Digital DuraDiagnost equipment.  Training will consist of both didactic and hands on instruction. We will provide theoretical concepts and associated clinical reinforcement of digital radiography.  Training in reprogramming the image processing parameters and techniques for image viewing, image reprocessing and manipulation as well as film formatting will be provided.  The Key operator may also learn and demonstrate customization and manipulation of the anatomy database and configuration tool.  Technologists will convey this understanding through hands on manipulation, exercises and demonstrations of proper visualization techniques to display the anatomy in question.  Key operators are expected to provide training to additional radiology personnel as well as maintain the system for optimal image quality.

Evaluation:  Upon conclusion, the trainee shall demonstrate the ability to set up and manipulate the system, complete procedures efficiently, display image quality evaluation, and complete the skills checklist as well as show proficiency in customizing the database.

A Clinical Education Program for Digital Radiography Systems with onsite Handover Education: A Philips Education Specialists will provide twenty-four hours of education for up to four students, selected by customer, including technologists from night/weekend shifts if necessary. Students  should attend all 24 hours, and must include any Offsite education attendees if applicable. CEU credits may be available if the participant meets the guidelines provided by Philips. Depending on your system configuration, the first four hours onsite may be spent configuring new equipment for specific clinical needs, as well as reviewing important safety features and quality procedures. Please read guidelines for more information.

Note: Site must be patient-ready. Philips personnel are not responsible for actual patient contact or operation of equipment during education sessions except to demonstrate proper equipment operation.

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Course objectives: 

Following the program the participant will be able to:

  • Recognize the Dura systems currently in use today.
  • Discuss the radiation safety issues associated with digital radiography.
  • Describe how DR images are generated.
  • Manipulate the imaging parameters.
  • Describe the various types of Image Quality artifacts that occur with Digital Imaging and troubleshoot how to minimize them whenever possible.
  • Manipulate and customize the anatomy database and set up the system workflow for site specific requirements.
  • Perform basic radiographic studies using the DuraDiagnost system.

 

Topics Include:

  • Introduction to Digital Systems
  • Introduction to Dura hardware and geometry
  • Eleva Workspot database
  • DuraDiagnost Workstation
  • Service tools and anatomy database editor
  • System operation and workflow
  • Image Quality
  • Calibrations
  • Reject Analysis (Optional)
  • Printing (Optional)
  • DR Room accessories (Optional)
Course details

Delivery method: 

  • Instructor-led

Language: 

  • English

Duration: 

28 Hours

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