Partners in Progress
The Eye of Medicine: Advancing Imaging
Excellence Together

September 26^th, 2026

The UAB Partners in Progress symposium is designed to address the evolving educational needs of imaging professionals by highlighting advancements across a spectrum of imaging modalities, including MRI, CT, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and interventional radiology. As imaging technology rapidly progresses, there is a critical need for healthcare providers to stay current with innovations that impact diagnostic accuracy, operational efficiency, and patient outcomes. This interdisciplinary program brings together expert faculty to share insights, case studies, and evidence-based practices, fostering collaboration among radiologists, technologists, physicists, and other allied health professionals. Attendees will gain practical knowledge and strategic perspectives on emerging tools, technologies, and techniques that are shaping the future of diagnostic imaging.

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Program Description/Statement of Need:

The UAB Partners in Progress symposium is designed to address the evolving educational needs of imaging professionals by highlighting advancements across a spectrum of imaging modalities, including MRI, CT, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and interventional radiology. As imaging technology rapidly progresses, there is a critical need for healthcare providers to stay current with innovations that impact diagnostic accuracy, operational efficiency, and patient outcomes. This interdisciplinary program brings together expert faculty to share insights, case studies, and evidence-based practices, fostering collaboration among radiologists, technologists, physicists, and other allied health professionals. Attendees will gain practical knowledge and strategic perspectives on emerging tools, technologies, and techniques that are shaping the future of diagnostic imaging.

Target Audience:

The content of this CME/CE/SDMS CME Symposium is intended for healthcare professionals including Radiologists and other Physicians, Technologists, Radiologic and Imaging Nurses, Sonographers, Facility Managers, Researchers, and other healthcare professionals.

Accreditation:

This CME activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education. Northwest Imaging Forums is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. NWIF designates this live activity for a maximum of 7.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This MRI program has also been submitted for approval of up to 7.0 hours of category A CE technologist credit as designated by The International Society for MR Radiographers & Techniques (ISMRT) RCEEM. ARRT regulations state that an individual may not repeat a live activity for credit if it was reported in the same or any subsequent biennium. To receive the maximum amount of credit hours, you must attend all sessions. Verification of attendance policies will be in place for each lecture.

This SDMS CME activity has been planned and submitted for approval of 7.0 hours of SDMS CME Credit Category OT by the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (SDMS).

Faculty and Planner Disclosures:

As an accredited provider of continuing medical education, Northwest Imaging Forums, Inc. (NWIF) ensures balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all its educational activities. In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, all faculty and planners are required to disclose all financial relationships with ineligible companies within the last 24 months. All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated by NWIF to ensure the integrity of the CME activity. The planner has nothing to disclose.

• Evaluate emerging technologies and innovative practices in radiology, including artificial intelligence, dual-energy CT, advanced MRI applications, and remote MRI operations, to enhance imaging quality, workflow efficiency, and patient care.
• Discuss interdisciplinary and collaborative approaches to imaging excellence, including dose optimization, multi-site clinical trials, and operational strategies that improve consistency, safety, and outcomes across healthcare systems.
• Identify current and evolving clinical applications in diagnostic and interventional imaging, including breast cryoablation, interventional radiology procedures, advanced MRI techniques, and the Hepzato procedure, with an emphasis on patient-centered care.
• Examine the role of sustainability, workflow optimization, and operational innovation in modern imaging practices, including contrast stewardship, remote imaging operations, and balancing efficiency with diagnostic quality.
• Describe foundational concepts and practical considerations related to artificial intelligence in medical imaging, including foundational AI models, algorithm transparency, and the integration of AI tools into clinical radiology practice.