Join Benjamin Johnson, MD, for the November clinical presentation on CT Coronary Angiography, a Contemporary Review.
In the pre-CME podcast, Dr. Benjamin Johnson discusses the advancements in cardiology, particularly focusing on CT Coronary Angiography and its implications for diagnosing and managing patients with chest pain. Dr. Johnson explains the indications for using CT Angiography, the role of statins in stabilizing plaque, and the importance of risk stratification for asymptomatic patients. The conversation with host Lucio Minces, MD, also touches on the challenges of interpreting calcium scores, the impact of artificial intelligence on diagnostic accuracy, and the decision-making process between Angiography and medical therapy. Finally, the discussion concludes with insights on the cost and accessibility of these tests for patients.
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CT Coronary Angiography has become a class one recommendation for chest pain.
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Pre-Presentation Podcast with Lucio Minces, MD, and Benjamin Johnson, MD
CME Objectives
Benjamin Johnson, MD, will discuss the A Contemporary Review, CT Coronary Angiography during the November Science of Practicing Medicine CME. At the conclusion of this presentation, participants should be able to:
Understand the complexities of CT Coronary Angiography.
Understand the indications and contraindications for CT Coronary Angiography.
Obtain a better understanding of what kind of test to order in your patient with chest pain.
Note: Identical content is offered at each session under the topic specific sessions; providers need only attend one.
Presenters:
Benjamin Johnson, MD
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