2023 Board Review and Update of Cardiovascular CT Course (Videos + Slides + PDFs + Questions)

Comprehensive Cardiovascular CT Board Review & CBCCT Examination Preparation

The 2023 Board Review and Update of Cardiovascular CT Course is a comprehensive educational program developed by the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT) to provide physicians and cardiovascular imaging professionals with a thorough review of cardiovascular CT principles, interpretation, clinical applications, and board examination preparation. Designed around the core competencies required for the Certification Board of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (CBCCT) examination, this course combines expert-led lectures, case-based learning, interactive review sessions, slides, study materials, and assessment questions.

Through a structured two-day curriculum, participants gain a complete understanding of cardiovascular CT acquisition, image reconstruction, radiation safety, coronary CT angiography, structural heart imaging, congenital heart disease, coronary calcium scoring, cardiac anatomy, and advanced functional assessment techniques. The program emphasizes practical clinical applications while helping learners develop the knowledge and skills necessary for certification and daily cardiovascular imaging practice.

This course is ideal for cardiologists, radiologists, cardiac imaging specialists, fellows, and healthcare professionals seeking advanced expertise in cardiovascular CT.

Product Details

Course: 2023 Board Review and Update of Cardiovascular CT Course

Provider: Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT)

Format: Videos + Slides + PDF Course Materials + Questions

Accreditation: ACCME Accredited CME Activity

CME Credits: 15.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

Access: On-Demand

Language: English

Included Materials:

• Video Lectures
• Presentation Slides
• 13 PDF Resources
• Board-Style Questions
• Interactive Review Sessions

Course Overview

Cardiovascular CT continues to play an increasingly important role in the diagnosis and management of coronary artery disease, structural heart disease, congenital heart disorders, and cardiovascular risk assessment. As imaging technology advances, clinicians must understand the principles of CT acquisition, patient preparation, image interpretation, radiation safety, and emerging applications.

This board review course provides comprehensive coverage of:

• CT physics and fundamentals
• Scan acquisition protocols
• Patient selection and preparation
• Image reconstruction and post-processing
• Radiation safety
• Coronary calcium scoring
• Coronary CT angiography (CTA)
• Structural heart disease imaging
• Functional assessment of coronary disease
• Congenital heart disease
• Cardiac masses and pericardial disease
• Non-cardiac thoracic findings
• CBCCT board examination preparation

Participants will gain practical knowledge that can be immediately integrated into clinical practice while preparing for cardiovascular CT certification.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:

• Explain the principles of cardiovascular CT acquisition and image reconstruction.
• Implement imaging protocols that optimize image quality while minimizing radiation exposure.
• Identify appropriate indications and contraindications for cardiovascular CT.
• Select suitable patients for coronary CTA and advanced cardiac CT studies.
• Recognize common cardiovascular pathology using CT imaging.
• Distinguish true pathology from imaging artifacts and technical pitfalls.
• Interpret coronary calcium scoring and coronary CTA findings.
• Evaluate structural heart disease using advanced CT techniques.
• Apply CT imaging in congenital heart disease assessment.
• Prepare effectively for CBCCT certification examinations.

Curriculum & Topics Covered

📡 CT Fundamentals: Basic Principles & Scan Modes

Faculty: Shuai Leng, PhD, FSCCT

Comprehensive review of:

• CT physics
• Scanner technology
• Imaging principles
• Scan modes and protocols

Clinical Focus

Building a strong foundation in cardiovascular CT.

⚙️ Scan Acquisition & Protocols

Faculty: Nina Meyersohn, MD

Coverage includes:

• Contrast administration
• Cardiac gating
• Image acquisition strategies

Goal

Optimizing image quality and diagnostic accuracy.

👨‍⚕️ Appropriate Patient Selection & Preparation

Faculty: Koen Nieman, MD, PhD, MSCCT

Topics include:

• Appropriate use criteria
• Patient screening
• Heart rate control
• Preparation techniques

Applications

Improved study quality and patient safety.

🖥️ Image Reconstruction, Post-Processing & Artifacts

Faculty: Jeannie Yu, MD, FSCCT

Detailed instruction on:

• Reconstruction techniques
• Post-processing tools
• Artifact recognition

Clinical Importance

Avoiding interpretation errors.

☢️ Radiation & Radiation Safety

Faculty: Shuai Leng, PhD, FSCCT

Coverage includes:

• Radiation physics
• Dose optimization
• Safety strategies

Goal

Reducing exposure while maintaining diagnostic quality.

❤️ Coronary Calcium & Calcification Assessment

Faculty: Attila Feher, MD, PhD

Discussion of:

• Coronary calcium scoring
• Aortic valve calcification
• Cardiovascular risk stratification

Applications

Preventive cardiology and risk assessment.

🫁 Non-Cardiac Anatomy & Findings

Faculty: Diana Litmanovich, MD

Review of:

• Aortic pathology
• Pulmonary findings
• Mediastinal abnormalities

Benefit

Comprehensive thoracic interpretation.

🫀 Coronary CTA I: Anatomy, Variations & Anomalies

Faculty: Michelle Williams, MBChB, PhD, FSCCT

Topics include:

• Coronary anatomy
• Normal variants
• Congenital anomalies

Focus

Accurate coronary assessment.

🩺 Coronary CTA II: Coronary Disease, Stents & Grafts

Faculty: David German, MD, MPH

Coverage includes:

• Coronary artery disease
• Stent evaluation
• CABG graft assessment

Clinical Applications

Diagnosis and management planning.

🧬 Non-Coronary Cardiac Imaging I

Faculty: Daniel Ocazionez-Trujillo, MD

Review of:

• Cardiac chambers
• Cardiac masses
• Structural abnormalities

❤️ Non-Coronary Cardiac Imaging II

Faculty: Brian Pogatchnik, MD

Discussion of:

• Valvular heart disease
• Pericardial disorders

Goal

Comprehensive cardiac evaluation.

🔧 Structural Heart Disease Interventions

Faculty: James Lee, MD, FSCCT

Topics include:

• TAVR planning
• TMVR evaluation
• Left atrial appendage closure

Clinical Relevance

Pre-procedural planning and intervention guidance.

📊 Functional Assessment of Coronary Artery Disease

Faculty: Kavitha Chinnaiyan, MD, MSCCT

Coverage includes:

• Functional CT applications
• Ischemia assessment
• Physiologic evaluation

Focus

Beyond anatomical imaging.

👶 Congenital Heart Disease

Faculty: Cristina Fuss, MD, PhD, FSCCT

Review of:

• Congenital cardiac anatomy
• Advanced CT evaluation
• Diagnostic strategies

❓ Interactive Q&A Review Sessions

Expert-led board review discussions designed to reinforce learning and prepare participants for certification examinations.

Educational Features

🎥 Expert Faculty Lectures

Delivered by internationally recognized leaders in cardiovascular CT.

📑 Comprehensive Study Materials

Includes slides, PDFs, and board-style review content.

❓ Examination Preparation

Focused preparation for CBCCT certification.

🖼️ Image-Based Learning

Extensive case reviews and interpretation exercises.

🎓 Accredited CME Activity

Provides up to 15.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for:

Physicians

• Cardiologists
• Cardiac Imaging Specialists
• Radiologists
• Interventional Cardiologists
• Preventive Cardiologists

Trainees

• Cardiology Fellows
• Radiology Residents
• Cardiac Imaging Fellows

Healthcare Professionals

• CT Technologists
• Advanced Cardiac Imaging Practitioners

Certification Candidates

• Physicians preparing for the CBCCT examination

Why This Course Is Valuable

✔ Comprehensive CBCCT Board Review

✔ Coronary CTA Interpretation Training

✔ Structural Heart Imaging

✔ Congenital Heart Disease Evaluation

✔ Coronary Calcium Scoring

✔ Radiation Safety Education

✔ Image Reconstruction & Post-Processing

✔ Functional CAD Assessment

✔ Artifact Recognition & Pitfall Avoidance

✔ Expert SCCT Faculty

✔ Board-Style Questions & Review Sessions

✔ CME Accredited Education

Clinical & Educational Value

The 2023 Board Review and Update of Cardiovascular CT Course provides a complete review of modern cardiovascular CT imaging, combining foundational principles, advanced clinical applications, and board-focused education. Through expert instruction, case-based learning, and comprehensive study materials, participants gain the skills necessary for certification success and excellence in cardiovascular CT practice.