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Dear Colleagues,

It’s my pleasure to welcome you to RSNA 2011. To make the most of your time in Chicago, use this Pocket Guide as your quick reference to the services and programs at the annual meeting and McCormick Place.

Whether you’re looking for information about educational courses, dining options, or the location of your shuttle bus, the Pocket Guide can help. Use the Index on page 3 to find specific information.

Don’t miss the 2011 plenary sessions—the highlights of our program, featuring esteemed lecturers from around the world describing the state of the art in the radiologic sciences. Page 8 offers further details on the lecturers and their topics.

While you’re here, I also encourage you to take advantage of the RSNA Services area in the Lakeside Center. RSNA staff are on hand to help you with questions about membership, journal subscriptions, CME opportunities, and the vast array of RSNA benefits.

You can stay connected throughout the meeting on your mobile device. Visit m.RSNA.org for a collection of tools to help you plan your course schedule.

And this year, the meeting doesn’t end at McCormick Place. The RSNA 2011 Virtual Meeting offers you a new way to experience the world’s premier medical imaging event, from anywhere. With your custom avatar, you can explore a virtual world—complete with educational offerings, plenary sessions, Vendor Showcases, a virtual Arie Crown Theater, an RSNA Services area and more. Visit RSNA2011.RSNA.org or ask an RSNA staff member how to get started.

I encourage you to make your RSNA 2011 experience the best it can be. As we “Celebrate the Image” this week, please take a moment to browse through the Pocket Guide. It can help you discover what the RSNA annual meeting—and the City of Chicago—has to offer.

On behalf of the RSNA Board of Directors, I wish you an outstanding week.

Burton P. Drayer, MDBurton P. Drayer, MD 2011 RSNA President

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Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

What’s New at RSNA 2011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Emergency Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Room Assignments for Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Transportation Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

McCormick Place Convention Center Floor Plan (Foldout) . . . . . . . 85

McCormick Place Convention Center Dining Guide/Bistro RSNA. . . 85

Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

RSNA 2011 Schedule at a Glance (Foldout). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

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Welcome. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

What’s New at RSNA 2011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 CIR@RSNA 2011 India Presents Diagnosis Live!: The Audience Participation Game Hospital Administrator Symposium Resident/Fellows Program Pediatric Campus Bistro RSNA Lunchtime Discussion Topic Tables RSNA 2011 Virtual MeetingPlenary Sessions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Greening RSNA 2011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Quick Reference Phone Numbers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15American Board of Radiology (ABR) Information Area . . . . . . . . . . . 17ACR Career Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Attendee Locator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17ATMs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Badge Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Business Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Career Connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Certificate of Attendance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Charging Stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Childcare—Camp RSNA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Coat/Luggage Check (Complimentary) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Course Admittance and Ticketing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Daily Bulletin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Digital Navigators/Directions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21ExpoCard™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Guest Hospitality Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Help Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22IHE® Image Sharing Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Image Wisely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22International Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Internet Zones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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Journals, RSNA News & RadiologyInfo.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Lanyard Distribution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Lost & Found . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Resources (see Education) . . . . 43Meditation/Prayer Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Meeting Announcements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Meeting Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Message Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25myRSNA®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Networking Lounges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Newsroom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Press Releases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Quantitative Imaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26RadioGraphics Editorial Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Radiology Editorial Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Registration, Exhibitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Registration, Professional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Residents Lounge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Restaurant Reservations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Ribbon Pickup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29RSNA 2011 Virtual Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30RSNA 2011 Technologies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35RSNA Global Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30RSNA Research & Education Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30RSNA Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29RSNA Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Scientific Program/Refresher Course Committee Office . . . . . . . . . . 32Smoking Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Speaker Ready Rooms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Technical Exhibition Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Technical Exhibits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Tours & City Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Virtual Briefcase. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Wheelchair/Scooter Rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34WiFi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37Maximizing Your CME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

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Accreditation and Designation Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) . . . . . . . . . 38Cases of the Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38CME Refresher Courses, Topical CD Collections and RSNA Program Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Continuing Medical Education (CME) Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Continuing Education (CE) Documentation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Education Exhibits (Lakeside Learning Center) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Informatics Demonstration Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Lakeside Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Lunchtime Table Topics Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90Maintenance of Certification (MOC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Photography and Recording Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Quality Storyboards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44RSNA/AUR/ARRS Introduction to Academic Radiology & Introduction to Research for International Young Academics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Scientific Informal Poster Presentations (Lakeside Learning Center) . . 43Self-Assessment Modules (SAMs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Student Radiographer Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Vendor Workshops. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Room Assignments for Courses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Transportation Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69GO Airport Express Shuttle Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69Limousine Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Taxi Service (airport) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Hotel Map and Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Taxi Service (City/McCormick Place) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75Shuttle Bus Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Express Shuttle Bus and Taxi Boarding (R&E) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77Metra Electric Train System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81Parking/Garage Facilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

McCormick Place Convention Center Dining Guide/Bistro RSNA . . 85

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Imagen Oncológica: Sesión de Actualización del Colegio Interamericano de Radiologis (CIR)/Oncologic Imaging—An Update from the Interamerican College of RadiologySaturday, November 26 • 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. • E350During this bilingual program, attendees will review key imaging findings in common neoplasms, understand different imaging modalities for diagnosis, staging and therapy monitoring, learn different imaging strategies for early cancer detection, and understand the appropriate utilization of imaging in oncologic processes.

India Presents Monday, November 28 • 10:30 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. • E353CRSNA continues its series of featured international scientific sessions with “India Presents,” highlighting discoveries, techniques, and practical clinical applications for diseases common to the region. Session topics include integrated MR-PET for cerebral metabolic deficiencies, imaging features of spinal and CNS involvement and hemoptysis intervention in tuberculosis, oncologic PET-CT, antenatal MR imaging, MR-guided ultrasound ablation, and MR spectroscopy in intracranial cystic masses.

Diagnosis LIVE!: The Audience Participation GameMonday, November 28 • 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m, • E353BThursday, December 1 • 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. • E353BBring your tablet or mobile device to these exciting, interactive sessions, which will test the audience’s skills and knowledge with an instant digital response system. Attendees can view their responses on their mobile devices and see how they compare with their colleagues. This event is sure to be popular—make sure you get a seat!

Hospital Administrator SymposiumWednesday, November 30 • 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m • S504CDDesigned for hospital administrators, this session will address how to make lucrative radiologic equipment purchases, thrive under future payment systems, capitalize on new technology and maximize changing radiologist/hospital relationships.

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Resident/Fellows Program Wednesday, November 30 • 1:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. • E451BNew for RSNA 2011 is a program tailored specifically to radiology residents. This program will address when and where to look for a job and how to analyze offers in academia, clinics, and small, and large private practices, as well as legal issues and other aspects of contract negotiations.

Pediatric CampusThis year many components that feature pediatric radiology—including refresher and series courses, scientific presentations and education exhibits—are housed together in S101AB and S102AB, facilitating focused study during the meeting week. Lunchtime presentations of scientific posters and education exhibits in the pediatric subspecialty will take place in Room S101AB.

Bistro RSNA Lunchtime Table Topic DiscussionsSpecial tables at the Lakeside Learning Center Bistro RSNA are reserved as “topic tables” where attendees can participate in discus-sions with representatives in various subspecialties. Topic facilitators are present at Bistro tables Monday through Wednesday from 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. See page 90 for a complete schedule.

RSNA 2011 Virtual Meeting This year, the meeting doesn’t end at McCormick Place. With the Virtual Meeting, you can experience it from anywhere there’s an Internet connection. Create a custom avatar and explore a virtual world—complete with educational offerings, plenary sessions, Vendor Show-cases, a virtual Arie Crown Theater, RSNA Services area and more. You’ll be able to review exhibits and select presentations all week, just in case you miss anything or want to revisit them at your own pace. Visit the Virtual Meeting booth in RSNA Services for a demo or to learn more go to RSNA2011.RSNA.org

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Plenary SessionsRSNA welcomes an outstanding lineup of plenary session speakers at RSNA 2011. Join us as they address the latest challenges, breakthroughs and triumphs of the medical imaging sciences.All of these lectures are held in the Arie Crown Theater.

Geoffrey D. Rubin, MD Sunday, November 27, 8:30 a.m. CT Angiography: 20 Years Old and All Grown-Up

Opening Session PanelZahi A. Fayad, PhD Sunday, November 27, 8:30 a.m. Bleeding Edge Imaging and Therapy in Vascular Disease

Dr Fayad directs the Translational and Molecular Imaging Institute, the Eva and Mor-ris Feld Imaging

Science Laboratories, and the Cardiovascular Imaging Research division at the Mount Sinai Medical Center and School of Medicine. He is a world leader in the development of multimodality imaging, molecular imaging and nanomedicine to study and treat cardiovascular disease.

A prolific investi-gator of cardiovas-cular and pulmo-nary diseases, Dr Rubin is chair of the Department

of Radiology and the George Barth Geller Professor for Research in Cardiovascular Disease at Duke University School of Medicine. He is co-founder of the Stanford 3D Medical Imaging Laboratory, estab-lished to develop and assess the clinical role of computer applications to medical imaging data.


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Peter W. Carmel, MDMonday, November 28, 1:30 p.m.The Second Year of Health Care Reform: Where Are We Now?

A. Gregory Sorenson, MDMonday, November 28, 1:30 p.m.Eugene P. Pendergrass New Horizons LectureMechanistic imaging—MR-PET, 7.0 MR Imaging and Beyond

A committed advocate for neu-rological research, Dr Carmel is a pediatric neu-rosurgeon and

166th president of the American Medical Association. While serving as chair of the National Founda-tion for Brain Research, he helped the late congressman Silvio Conte launch the “Decade of the Brain,” which brought millions of dollars for neurological research.

A practicing neuroradiologist, renowned researcher and CEO of Siemens Healthcare,

Dr Sorensen has served as professor of radiology and health sciences at Harvard Medical School and co-director of the A.A. Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging at Massachusetts General Hospital. He has extensive experience in clinical care, clinical trials and translational research.

Presidents AddressRecognition of William W. Olmsted, MD

Presentation of Honorary Memberships


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Dr Small is a professor of psychiatry and the Parlow-Solomon Professor on Aging at the David

Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Director of the UCLA Longevity Center, and Director of the Geriatric Psychiatry Division at the Semel Institute for Neuroscience & Human Behavior. He is recognized for developing brain imaging technolo-gies that have improved the early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease and have led to expanded Medicare coverage for brain PET scanning.

Gary W. Small, MDTuesday, November 29, 1:30 p.m.Special Lecture Memory and the Aging Brain

Stephen M. Hahn, MDWednesday, November 30, 1:30 p.m.Annual Oration in Radiation Oncology Proton Beam Therapy: Applications and Future

A prominent researcher in pho-todynamic therapy and farnesyltrans-ferase inhibitors for treating lung,

head, and neck pancreatic cancers, Dr Hahn is Henry K. Pancoast Professor and Chair of Radia-tion Oncology at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. He is part of a program to bring the hypoxia detecting agent EF5 into clinical trials, directing Phase I and II trials and assisting in the develop-ment of EF5 as an imaging agent.

William R. Hendee, PhDWednesday, November 30, 1:30 p.m.Special Lecture Risk in Medical Imaging: Separating Fact from Fantasy

A longtime leader in biomedical imaging physics, Dr Hendee has served as presi-dent of AAPM,

SNM, ABR and the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Educational Programs. He is Distinguished Professor of Radiol-ogy, Radiation Oncology, Biophysics, and Community and Public Health at the Medical College of Wisconsin.

Jeffery R. Petrella, MDTuesday, November 29, 1:30 p.m.Annual Oration in Diagnostic Radiology Neuroimaging and the Search for a Cure for Alzheimer’s Disease

An associate pro-fessor of radiology and director of the Alzheimer Imaging Research Labora-tory at Duke Uni-

versity Medical Center, Dr Petrella is renowned for his work in applying functional MR imaging to dementia. He urges strong collaborations between basic and clinical science to translate emerging technologies into practical clinical tools.


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Marv Fertel is president and chief executive officer of the Nuclear Energy Institute. He has 35 years

of experience consulting for electric utilities on issues related to design-ing, siting, licensing and managing both fossil and nuclear plants.

Norbert J. Pelc, ScDThursday, December 1, 1:30 p.m.RSNA/AAPM Symposium CT 2020

Marvin S. FertelThursday, December 1, 1:30 p.m.RSNA/AAPM Symposium Lessons Learned from Fukushima: Implications for U.S. Nuclear Energy Programs and Radiological Health

Dr Pelc, a professor of radiology and electrical engi-neering and the Associate Chair for Research in Radiol-

ogy at Stanford University School of Medicine, is a prominent investigator of advanced imaging techniques and emerging technologies.

What we’re doing:

• Increasing use of electronic documentation

• Printing on recycled paper with soy-based ink

• Catering with biodegradable plates, straws, cups and cutlery

• Encouraging shared taxi rides, shuttle and train transportation

• Serving drinking water from large dispensers and recyclable cups instead of plastic bottles

• Working with McCormick Place Convention Center and the hotels to minimize lights, power and HVAC systems when not in use

• Offering recycling receptacles for paper, badges, lanyards, meeting bags and programs

• Donating all excess food to a local food bank

• Donating all unused meeting bags to a local charity

• Providing recyclable carpet and ecofriendly exhibit packages and reusable signage material to exhibitors

What you can do:

• Toss used paper and other recyclable material into clearly marked bins

• Deposit your bag, program, lanyard and badge in specially marked bins at the end of the meeting

• Access the RSNA Meeting Program and Subspecialty Content Brochures electronically (RSNA2011.RSNA.org)

• Ride the Metra Electric train or shuttle or share a cab

• Turn off the lights, electronics and heat in your room when it’s unoccupied

• Bring your own refillable mug or water bottle

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McCormick Place Convention Center Emergency ProceduresFor all emergencies—fire, police and medical— dial 1-312-791-6060 or 6060 from any house phone.

Please do not call 911.

Inform McCormick Place Convention Center Security about: • Nature of the emergency • Your name • Phone number from which you are calling • Exact location—if you are inside any of the exhibit halls, provide

the letter/number of the nearest column.

• Remain calm. • Do not hang up until you are sure no further information is

required, unless there is an immediate threat to your safety. • If conditions are safe, wait for the arrival of emergency

personnel and assist in directing them to the appropriate location. • If you cannot leave an ill or injured person to call security, call

out loudly, “Help, medical emergency (and your location).”

After notifying emergency personnel, notify RSNA Headquarters staff at 1-312-791-6605 or 6605 from any house phone.

First Aid (Non-emergencies)Fully equipped first aid stations are located in two buildings and are staffed by licensed medical professionals. Facilities for nursing mothers are at the level 2.5 location.

North and South BuildingsLevel 2.5 Grand Concourse, west of the Business Center

Lakeside CenterLevel 1, behind the bank of telephones

Pharmacy Closest to McCormick Place Convention Center (hours vary by day): • Walgreens, 316 W. Cermak Rd. (northwest corner of Cermak and

Archer), 1-312-791-0392 • Walgreens, 3405 S. Martin Luther King Dr., 1-312-326-4064

Inform McCormick Place Convention Center Security about: • Nature of the emergency • Your name • Phone number from which you are calling • Exact location—if you are inside any of the exhibit halls,

provide the letter/number of the nearest column.

Remain calm. • Do not hang up until you are sure no further information is

required, unless there is an immediate threat to your safety. • If conditions are safe, wait for the arrival of emergency

personnel and assist in directing them to the appropriate location.

• If you cannot leave an ill or injured person to call security, call out loudly, “Help, medical emergency (and your location).”

After notifying emergency personnel, notify RSNA staff at 1-312-791-6605 or 6605 from any house phone.

Emergency Procedures

For all emergencies—fire, police and medical— dial 1-312-791-6060 or 6060 from any house phone.

General InformationThe RSNA® Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting is the official meeting of the Radiological Society of North America. RSNA is a registered trademark of the Radiological Society of North America.

Contents of this Pocket Guide copyright © 2011, RSNA.

RSNA staff are available in RSNA Services, Lakeside Center Ballroom, to answer all of your questions about membership, journals, education products and other benefits. See RSNA Services, page 29.

Airport Shuttle & Limousine Service 1-888-284-3826

Business Centers, Operated by FedEx Office 1-312-949-2100

Childcare - Camp RSNA 1-312-791-6604

Emergency, McCormick Place Convention Center 1-312-791-6060

Help Center, Grand Concourse 1-312-791-6623

Help Center, Lakeside Center Ballroom 1-312-949-3203

Lost & Found 1-312-808-2004

Newsroom 1-312-949-3233

Pharmacy - Walgreens, 316 W. Cermak Rd. 1-312-791-0392

Pharmacy - Walgreens, 3405 S. Martin Luther King Dr. 1-312-326-4064

RadioGraphics Editorial Office 1-312-949-3200

Radiology Editorial Office 1-312-949-3200

Registration, Exhibitor 1-312-791-6629

Registration, Professional 1-312-949-3293

RSNA Message Center 1-312-791-6630

RSNA Staff Office 1-312-791-6605

Scientific Program/Refresher Course Committee Office 1-312-791-6617

Shuttle Bus Service, RSNA Transportation Office 1-312-808-2007 (evening hours, Mon. - Thurs.) 1-877-899-0986

Taxi Service - Central Dispatch 1-800-281-4466

Tours & City Events, Grand Concourse 1-312-791-6624

Tours & City Events, Palmer House Hilton Hotel 1-312-917-3469

Wheelchair/Scooter Rental - Scootaround 1-888-441-7575

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American Board of Radiology (ABR) Information AreaThe American Board of Radiology (ABR) is offering maintenance of certification (MOC) exams on the evenings of Tuesday and Wednesday, in the Lakeside Learning Center. Advance registration was required for these written exams.

ABR representatives will be available throughout the week by the entrance to the Lakeside Learning Center, Hall E, Level 2, to respond to questions about the initial certification and MOC programs.

All ABR diplomates with 10-year time-limited certificates must participate in MOC to maintain continuous certification. Diplomates with lifetime certificates may also wish to participate. Enrollment forms are available at the ABR booth. Residents are also encouraged to visit with questions.

ACR Career CenterSouth Building—Level 1, Room S105AHours of Operation Sunday – Wednesday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Last scheduled interview: 4:30 p.m.) Thursday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (Last scheduled interview: 1:30 p.m.)

Attendee LocatorThis feature is a quick and easy way to find friends and colleagues who are attending RSNA 2011 and the hotels where they are staying. Attendees can use their badge number to log into any of the Internet Zones throughout the McCormick Place Convention Center to access the Locator (RSNA2011.RSNA.org).

ATMsCash machines are available in the South Building on Level 2.5 in the Convenience Center, North Building, Level 2, near McDonald’s, and Lakeside Center, Level 2, near the Arie Crown Box Office.

All cash machines accept American Express, VISA, MasterCard, Cirrus and Plus.

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Badge InformationBadge holders are color coded:

Note: You must wear your name badge at the McCormick Place Convention Center to attend RSNA courses or events or to enter the exhibit halls.

Radiofrequency identification (RFID) badge technology is deployed throughout the Technical Exhibit Halls. NO personal information is stored in the RFID badge, only a randomly assigned number. Should you wish to “opt out” of this program, please visit an RSNA Help Center.

Business CentersOperated by FedEx Office1-312-949-2100

South Building—Level 2.5Hours of Operation Saturday – Wednesday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Thursday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Lakeside Center—Level 2, near Gate 31 Hours of Operation Saturday – Wednesday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Thursday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Blue: Members of RSNA, AAPM

Red: Non-member physicians, physicists, presenters and residents/trainees

Green: Radiology support personnel, healthcare executives, healthcare consultants, commercial research and devel opment personnel, and industry personnel

Purple: Students

Orange: Accompanying spouse/family members

Brown: Exhibitors

Black: Technical exhibits only

Teal: RSNA staff or RSNA official contractors

Pink: Press

Career ConnectSee RSNA Services, page 29.

Certificate of AttendanceAttendees can use computers in the Internet Zones located throughout the McCormick Place Convention Center to print a personalized certificate of attendance. After the meeting, please contact [email protected] to request a certificate of attendance.

Charging StationsPersonal device charging stations are available in the following locations:

Childcare—Camp RSNASouth Building—Level 1, Room S106A1-312-791-6604Hours of Operation Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Monday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Tuesday – Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Camp RSNA, a children’s activity center directed by a national provider, is available at McCormick Place for children between the ages of 6 months and 12 years. For more information go to RSNA2011.RSNA.ORG and click ChildCare. To uphold the professional and educational standard of RSNA, children under 16 years of age are not permitted in the exhibit halls or sessions. Facilities for nursing mothers are available at the First Aid station on Level 2.5 and in Room S106A.

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Coat/Luggage Check (Complimentary)

South Building—Level 1, Room S100CRed claim checks

South Building—Level 1, Gate 4Blue claim checks

Grand Concourse—Level 1, Gates 26/27Green claim checks

Lakeside Center—Level 2, Hall EYellow claim checksHours of Operation Saturday . . . . . . . . 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (S100C & Gate 4 closed) Sunday – Thursday* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:45 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (S100C closed)* Coat check in Lakeside Center, Hall E, will remain open until 10:00 p.m., Monday – Thursday.

For identification, leave a business card in a pocket of checked items. Items left after coat check hours may be claimed at the Gate 4 location in the South Building.

Course Admittance and TicketingAll ticketed courses had to be confirmed prior to November 24 to guarantee a seat. Registrants without tickets will be allowed entrance into a course after all ticketed registrants have been seated. Replace-ment tickets may be obtained at the Help Centers. Attendees with brown or orange badges can sit if space permits. Seating is not offered to attendees with black badges.

What courses require tickets?Tickets are requires for various meeting components, including Refresher Courses, Mutlisession Courses, Informatics Courses, Additional-Fee Courses, Saturday Courses SAT02/03/04/05, SAMs, Vendor Workshops and tours and events.

What courses do not require tickets? Plenary Sessions, Scientific Sessions, Special Interest Sessions, Controversies/Game Sessions, Saturday Courses SAT01/06 and Hot Topis Sessions.

Daily BulletinThe Daily Bulletin is the official newspaper of the RSNA annual meeting. Published Sunday through Thursday, the newspaper is available at various areas of the McCormick Place Convention Center and features news from the meeting, important program changes and other announcements.

Digital Navigators/DirectionsDigital Navigators enable attendees to interact with touch-controlled screens to find information specific to an event such as technical exhibit booths, educational sessions, facility services and more. The interactive units provides directions from the current location to the desired location.

More than a dozen units will be located throughout the public areas and exhibit floors, and will also be integrated into RSNA Mobile at m.rsna.org.

ExpoCard™ExpoCard™ is an electronically personalized business card you can use at the technical exhibits to request exhibitor information. The card is encoded with your name, institution, address, e-mail address, phone/fax numbers and radiologic specialty. If you prefer that an exhibitor contact you at a different address than is shown, provide alternate information directly to the exhibitor at the point of contact or at an RSNA Help Center to change your information.

Guest Hospitality ServicesPalmer House Hilton Hotel, 5th Floor, Chicago RoomHours of Operation Sunday – Wednesday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Thursday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Complimentary beverages will be served. RSNA 2011 attendee or guest meeting badge is required for entry.

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Help CentersGrand Concourse—Level 31-312-791-6623

Lakeside Center Ballroom—Level 31-312-949-3203

Hours of Operation Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sunday – Thursday* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Friday (Lakeside Center only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.*Grand Concourse location will close at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday

IHE® Image Sharing Demonstration South Building, Hall A, Booth 2851Care sites and commercial vendors demonstrate methods for sharing image-enabled electronic health records established by the Integrating the Healthcare Enterprise (IHE) initiative. The demonstration includes a patient-focused model for sharing medical images via personal health record (PHR) systems and showcases standards-based methods for communicating radiation dose information to data registries.

Image WiselyTake the pledge to Image Wisely. Stop by any of these booths to learn more, take the pledge, and pick up your “I pledged to Image Wisely” ribbon.

• ACR Booth 4623, South Building, Hall A• ASRT Booth 3425, South Building, Hall A• AAPM Booth 200, Lakeside Center, Hall D• RadiologyInfo.org Booth, RSNA Services

International InformationThe following services are available to assist international attendees:

CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE Attendees can use the computers in the Internet Zones to print a personalized certificate of attendance.

FOREIGN CURRENCY EXCHANGE SERVICES South Building—Level 2.5, inside Business Center operated by FedEx Office

Hours of Operation Sunday – Thursday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Exchange foreign currency, cash foreign-or U.S.-denominated travelers checks or purchase phone cards.

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL SERVICE ESA Voyages will be available at the Help Center (Grand Concourse, Level 3) and at Professional Registration (Lakeside Center, Level 3) to assist with questions.

INTERPRETATION SERVICES The official language of the RSNA annual meeting is English; however, interpreters will be available to answer questions in Chinese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese and Spanish at the Help Centers or Professional Registration.

RSNA GLOBAL CONNECTION RSNA reaches out to medical imaging professionals and trainees across the globe. Visit RSNA Global Connection in RSNA Services to learn about training programs, grants and fellowships, free and discounted resources for international institutions, online education opportunities, journals, interna-tional membership and more. Staff will be on hand to answer your questions about opportunities offered by the RSNA Committee on International Relations and Education (CIRE) and the RSNA Research & Education (R&E) Foundation.

Internet ZonesComputers are available at Internet Zones throughout the McCormick Place Convention Center. Use these computers to access the RSNA 2011 website (RSNA2011.RSNA.org) for the most current meeting and exhibitor information.

• Attendance voucher replacement

• Badge replacement/correction

• Chicago tourism information

• General information• Hotel information• Interpretation services• Lanyard pickup• Replacement course tickets

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Journals, RSNA News & RadiologyInfo.org See RSNA Services, page 29.

LanguageThe language of the RSNA Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting is English.

Lanyard DistributionRSNA is offering an official Society badge lanyard to all attendees. Lanyards are available at the Help Centers and Program Distribution counters.

Lost & FoundRSNA Security Office, North Building—Level 3, Hall B1-312-808-2004Lost articles may be picked up at the RSNA Security Office located in the North Building, Level 3, Hall B. After the meeting, all unclaimed articles will be returned to the RSNA Staff Headquarters office. Please call 1-630-571-2670 or e-mail [email protected].

Maintenance of Certification (MOC) ResourcesSee Education, page 43.

Meditation/Prayer RoomNorth Building—Level 1, N130 and N131Open 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Meeting AnnouncementsA free electronic bulletin board is available for non-profit associations and affiliates to post radiology-related events, course information and educational activities. Attendees can use the computers in the Internet Zones to access the electronic bulletin board. Printed or handwritten announcements will not be accepted. All submissions will be reviewed before posting.

Meeting ProgramThe complete RSNA 2011 Meeting Program is now available online at RSNA2011.RSNA.org before, during and after the meeting. Attendees can instantly search and locate specific courses, or browse by dozens of topics and subspecialties. Smartphone users can access RSNA Mobile at m.rsna.org.

Program Distribution Attendees can pick up one complimentary copy of the RSNA 2011 Program in Brief, a printed condensed version of the complete program, and the official meeting bag and lanyard at one of two distribution centers: in the Grand Concourse, Level 3, and in the Lakeside Center, Level 2, Hall E, next to the coat check. Additional copies will be available for purchase in the RSNA Store (see RSNA Services, page 31). Printed copies are $10 for RSNA members and $40 for non-members. The full Meeting Program is also available for sale on USB drives in the RSNA store.

QR Codes Look for the QR codes accompanying scientific sessions and refresher courses listed in the program book. Use your smartphone to scan the code and automatically download abstract information for the session or course. Information can also be downloaded using the codes on signs outside meeting rooms at the McCormick Place Convention Center.

MembershipSee RSNA Services, page 30.

Message CenterCommunicate with colleagues, exhibitors and others at the McCormick Place Convention Center. Attendees can use their badge number to log into any of the computers in the Internet Zones.

Attendees can assign themselves a password to increase the privacy of messages sent through the Message Center. If someone outside the convention center needs to leave you a message, contact the RSNA Message Center at 1-312-791-6630.

myRSNA®

See RSNA Services, page 30.

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pharmaceutical companies, clinical trial experts, government agencies, clinicians and RSNA, intended to develop the infrastructure to support reliable and effective use of imaging biomarkers. QIBA will also hold a Special Interest session, titled Imaging Biomarkers for Clinical Care and Research, on Monday, November 28, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. It will include an overview of imaging biomarkers and the QIBA process.

RadioGraphics Editorial OfficeLakeside Learning Center, Level 2, Hall E1-312-949-3200William W. Olmsted, MD, Editor Jeffery S. Klein, MD, Editor-Designate

RadioGraphics is the top journal devoted to radiologic education.

Radiology Editorial OfficeLakeside Learning Center, Level 2, Hall E1-312-949-3200Herbert Y. Kressel, MD, Editor

Radiology is the premier journal in the field, featuring original-peer-reviewed research and state-of-the-art reviews.

Registration, ExhibitorGrand Concourse—Level 3*1-312-791-6629Hours of Operation Friday – Saturday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday – Wednesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Thursday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.An exhibits-only one-day badge is available for viewing the technical exhibits area only. The badge can be purchased onsite on the day of use for $300 at either Exhibitor or Professional Registration.* Satellite location in Lakeside Center, Hall D, Sunday – Thursday only.

Networking LoungesThe science, education and technology offered at RSNA 2011 are only one portion of the total RSNA annual meeting experience. Networking with colleagues is also a major component. Networking Lounges can be found throughout McCormick Place Convention Center. RSNA also offers ample seating in Bistro RSNA (see page 86), a Residents Lounge for residents and fellows (see page 29) and an RSNA Research & Education Foundation Lounge for donors (see page 31). Attendees can also relax and network in the RSNA Plaza. See RSNA Services, page 30.

NewsroomLakeside Center—Level 2, Hall E1-312-949-3233 Hours of Operation Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sunday – Wednesday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Thursday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.All representatives of the news media are required to register in the Newsroom in order to receive a press badge.

Press Releases Information about RSNA 2011 presented to the media will be featured in the Newsroom section of RSNA2011.RSNA.org.

Quantitative ImagingLakeside Center—Level 2, Hall E

Quantitative Imaging Reading RoomQuantitative Imaging: The Reading Room of the Future features products and applications that integrate quantitative analysis into the image interpretation process. Attendees will be able to learn about these applications through exhibits featuring informational posters, computer-based demonstrations and Meet the Experts presentations scheduled throughout the week. The purpose of the exhibits will be educational in nature and will not be designed for product promotion.

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Registration, Professional Those who registered in advance and received their badge in the mail may proceed into exhibit and education areas. Those who registered after November 4 and did not receive their badges should proceed to the Already Registered line within Professional Registration to obtain a badge. Those who did not advance register must proceed to the New Registra-tion line within Onsite Professional Registration to obtain a badge.

Lakeside Center Ballroom—Level 31-312-949-3293Hours of Operation Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sunday – Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Onsite conference registration rates reflect a $100 increase above advance registration rates, even for RSNA and AAPM members.

Accompanying family members may register at Professional Registration, either Help Centers in the McCormick Place Convention Center (Grand Concourse or Lakeside Center Ballroom) or at the Palmer House Hilton Hotel, Chicago Room. To uphold the professional and educational standards of the RSNA, children under the age of 16 are not permitted in the exhibit halls or sessions.

Residents LoungeLakeside Learning Center—Level 2, Hall EHours of Operation Sunday – Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

RSNA Members-in-Training and non-member residents are invited to visit the Residents Lounge to relax and network while enjoying complimentary refreshments.

Restaurant ReservationsGrand Concourse, Level 3Hours of Operation Sunday – Wednesday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Thursday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Local hospitality experts will recommend restaurants, make reserva-tions and offer concierge services. See the Dining Guide on page 86 for information on dining at the McCormick Place Convention Center.

Ribbon PickupGrand Concourse, Level 3Hours of OperationSaturday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.Sunday - Wednesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Eligible attendees can pick up ribbons that they did not receive in advance of the meeting.

RSNA Research & Education FoundationSee RSNA Services, page 31.

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Lakeside Center Ballroom—Level 3Hours of Operation Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sunday – Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Stop by and visit RSNA Services to learn more about the excep-tional services we have to offer and the exciting initiatives under way. RSNA staff will demonstrate Society resources, provide information and answer any questions that you may have. Look for these specific areas at RSNA Services:

Career ConnectRSNA Career Connect (RSNA.org/career) is a forum for individuals to search positions and post résumés and for companies to post job opportunities and search for potential candidates. A monitor will continuously feature job openings during the entire week of the meeting. Plus, computer stations will be set up for meeting attendees to post job openings and résumés free of charge.

Journals, News & RadiologyInfo.orgCheck out RSNA’s print and online publications and news including Radiology, RadioGraphics, Radiology Legacy Collection and RSNA News. RSNA staff will demonstrate the online publications, journal mobile apps as well as RadiologyInfo.org, the RSNA-ACR public information website. In addition, staff can help you activate your online journal subscriptions and show you how to quickly and easily search for what you need.


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RSNA Research & Education FoundationThe RSNA R&E Foundation booth proudly features current grant and award recipients as well as the Foundation’s individual, private practice and corporate donors. A Donor Wall lists all individuals who have contributed to the Foundation during the giving year. Contributors to the RSNA R&E Foundation wear distinctive ribbons. Donations are accepted onsite. Stop by and learn more about how the Foundation is funding radiology’s future.

RSNA Research & Education Foundation Donor LoungeHours of Operation Sunday – Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

This special lounge is available for Foundation donors who have received a donor ribbon, as well as for those who contribute at least $250 onsite. The lounge provides computers, coat racks, comfortable furniture for relaxation and refreshments. A donor ribbon acknowledging your donation is required for admittance. Ribbons will be available to those who donate onsite.

RSNA StoreThe RSNA Store features CME refresher course programs, bundled education CD collections, RadioGraphics special issues and much more. RSNA staff will be available to answer all your questions about our high-quality products and be happy to demonstrate CME programs, self assessment modules (SAMs), RSNA/AAPM physics modules for residents and the RSNA CME Credit Repository.

The Store also features RSNA branded merchandise and apparel to purchase. If you’re looking to bring back home souvenirs or gifts for your colleagues, family and friends, make sure you stop by the RSNA Store . . . it’s a great place to shop!

MembershipIf you have any inquiries about membership, journal subscriptions, dues payment or other membership opportunities, visit the membership booth for assistance. Join now and attend RSNA 2012 as a member.

myRSNA® Learn from experts about myRSNA®, a collection of online tools for RSNA members. Features include enhanced searching, file sharing, bookmarking, CME management and more for a growing online community. Plan on attending a 20 minute interactive demonstration offered Sunday-Thursday at 10:05 a.m., 1:05 p.m. and 3:05 p.m. In addition, a satellite booth is located on the Grand Concourse, Level 3.

RSNA 2011 Virtual MeetingWith the Virtual Meeting, attendees can navigate a custom avatar through a virtual environment that includes select refresher courses, Essentials courses and a plenary session, Cases of the Day, scientific presentations, education exhibits, vendor showcases and a virtual RSNA Services area. Many offerings are available for CME credit, and content will be available “on demand” through Friday of the annual meeting week. The Virtual Meeting experience is free to RSNA members and registered RSNA 2011 attendees. Visit the booth for an interactive demo.

RSNA Global ConnectionRSNA reaches out to medical imaging professionals and trainees across the globe. Visit the RSNA Global Connection area to learn about training programs, grants and fellowships, free and discounted resources for international institutions, online education opportunities, journals, international membership and more. Staff will be on hand to answer your questions about opportunities offered by the RSNA Committee on International Relations and Education (CIRE) and the RSNA Research & Education (R&E) Foundation.

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Scientific Program/Refresher Course Committee OfficeNorth Building—Level 4, Room N426B1-312-791-6617Hours of Operation Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sunday – Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

This office provides assistance to all instructors and speakers at RSNA 2011.

Smoking PolicyFor the health and comfort of all registrants, smoking is not permitted inside the McCormick Place Convention Center. The only smoking areas are located outside the buildings. If you wish to smoke, please follow the signs directing you to the designated areas.

Security will be monitoring the buildings. No-smoking regulations will be strictly enforced.

Speaker Ready Rooms North Building—Level 4, Room N426A Lakeside Center—Level 2, Room E257Hours of Operation Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Monday – Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.*

* E257 will close at 10:30 a.m.

Technical Exhibition GuideThe Technical Exhibition Guide is available throughout the week at the McCormick Place Convention Center. It includes valuable information for attendees, including exhibitor listings and booth numbers, maps of the meeting rooms, exhibit floors and dining options as well as transportation schedules.

Technical ExhibitsLakeside Center—Level 3, Hall D (Booths 100 – 2499)South Building—Level 3, Hall A (Booths 2500 – 6999)North Building—Level 3, Hall B (Booths 7000 – 9599)Exhibit Hours Sunday – Wednesday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Thursday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

More than 600 technical exhibitors will showcase the latest in radiologic equipment, supplies and services. The Technical Exhibition will include Hall D (Lakeside Center), Hall A (South Building) and Hall B (North Building). Bistro RSNA will be located in all three exhibit halls.

The searchable database of RSNA 2011 technical exhibitors includes a list of the exhibitors, booth numbers, contact and company information, as well as interactive floor plans. Visit any of the Internet Zones or Digital Navigators found throughout McCormick Place Convention Center to access the Exhibitor Listing at RSNA2011.RSNA.org or on your mobile device at m.RSNA.org. An abridged version of the Exhibitor Listing is available in the Technical Exhibition Guide, located in bins throughout the McCormick Place Convention Center. Please refer to RSNA2011.RSNA.org for the most current listing. Digital Navigators will be available onsite to guide you throughout the three exhibit halls.

Tours & City EventsGrand Concourse—Level 31-312-791-6624 Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Monday – Wednesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Thursday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Palmer House Hilton Hotel—5th Floor, Chicago Room1-312-917-3469 Saturday – Wednesday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Thursday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Special tours and events have been planned for the week. Tour tickets are available in the Grand Concourse, Level 3 and the Palmer House Hilton Hotel. Information on city events and dining can be accessed at computers in the Internet Zones.


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Virtual BriefcaseThe Virtual Briefcase is a personal itinerary planner offered through RSNA2011.RSNA.org that attendees can use to maintain a list of technical exhibitors (My Exhibits) and create a schedule (My Schedule) of sessions selected from the RSNA Meeting Program. Use your badge number to log into any of the computers in the Internet Zones or visit RSNA2011.RSNA.org.

Wheelchair/Scooter RentalScootaround, Inc. is the exclusive onsite provider for mobility equipment at the McCormick Place Convention Center. All rental equipment is picked up and returned at the Coat/Luggage Check locations by Gate 4 in the South Building and near the entrance to Hall E in the Lakeside Center.

Power operated vehicles (scooters) rent for $50 per day, and manual wheelchairs rent for $20 per day. The first 15 attendees to reserve manual wheelchairs will receive complimentary rentals. VISA and MasterCard are accepted.

While Scootaround will make every effort to accommodate all needs, you are encouraged to reserve in advance. Please call the toll free number at 1-888-441-7575. You can also submit a rental inquiry at www.scootaround.com/rentals/r/rsna/ or by fax at 1-204-478-1172.

For accessible shuttle bus needs, please call the RSNA Transportation Office at 1-312-808-2007. During evening hours, Monday – Thursday, please call 1-877-899-0986.

Hours of Operation Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Hall E Only) Sunday – Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:45 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

WiFiWireless connectivity using the 802.11 b/g WiFi protocol will be available throughout the McCormick Place Convention Center. Please note that these wireless networks are not secure and should not be used for sending sensitive information. These connections will use DHCP service to automatically supply IP addresses and Internet access.


Find answers faster than ever.DIGITAL NAVIGATORSExplore RSNA courses and exhibits with touch-enabled digital navigators onsite at McCormick Place—and let them point the way to your next destination. More than a dozen interactive units will be placed throughout the public areas and exhibit floors. The touch screens guide you through the Meeting Program, help you connect with technical exhibitors for products and services, find facility services and more, and direct you with visual cues to meeting rooms, exhibit booths and service areas.

RSNA MOBILEGet the most out of your meeting with mobile applications developed by and for the RSNA community, including a mobile-friendly RSNA 2011 site. Visit m.RSNA.org to begin exploring applications that keep you

connected from your mobile device.

HELP IS JUST A TEXT AWAYHave a question about meeting logistics or your shuttle bus? Text us! Staff will be on hand to answer your text messages at RSNA 2011. Text the keyword along with your question or suggestion to 36263.

You’ll receive a response shortly. Remember, the standard character limit for a text message is 160 characters. Your carrier’s standard text messaging rates apply.

General QuestionsText “RSNA” followed by your inquiry. Example: “RSNA What room is RC406 taking place in?”

Shuttle Bus QuestionsText “SHUTTLE” followed by your inquiry. Example: “SHUTTLE What route do I take to the Sheraton Hotel?”

Texting Service Hours

RSNA HELP Sunday – Thursday, 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

SHUTTLE Sunday – Thursday, 7:15 a.m. – 6:45 p.m. Friday, 7:15 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

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Accreditation and Designation Statements The Radiological Society of North America (RSNA®) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The RSNA designates this live activity for a maximum of 92.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Maximizing your CME

Education

Over the course of the meeting, RSNA 2011 offers physicians the ability to earn up to 92.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™:• Refresher Courses offer a total of 12 credits.• Scientific Sessions offer a total of 12 credits.• Education Exhibit and Scientific (Informal Poster) lunchtime

presentations offer a total of 5 credits.• Plenary Sessions offer a total of 24.25 credits.• Special Interest, Controversies and Hot Topic Sessions offer a

total of 8 credits.• Correctly diagnosing each of the unknown Cases of the Day offers

35 credits (14 per day at ½ credit each).• Multisession courses offer additional credit by programming in

half-day segments, with each offering credits ranging from 1 to 4.5 per session.

Subspecialty ContentCustomizing your RSNA 2011 itinerary is easy through the enhanced sorting capability of the online RSNA Meeting Program. Go to RSNA2011.RSNA.org and click Meeting Program to search for scientific presentations and other events by radiologic subspecialty.

Choose a subspecialty of interest to you, view all the meeting content in that subspecialty and download it to facilitate your daily meeting plan. As an added convenience, RSNA offers printed subspecialty content brochures at the convention center.

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The Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Program (CAMPEP) has approved the direct transfer of AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ to MPCEC on a credit-for-credit basis for medical physicists.

RSNA is an ARRT®-approved Recognized Continuing Education Evaluation Mechanism (RCEEM+) and will provide Category A+/A continuing education credits for technologists and radiologist assistants.

If requested at the point of registration, a record of hours of attendance, listing AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ or ARRT Category A+/A credits earned, will be emailed by January 1, 2012. Contact [email protected] if your certificate does not arrive by this date.

American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM)AAPM co-sponsors the physics sessions at RSNA 2011. AAPM is exhibiting in Hall D, Booth 400.

Cases of the DayThe popular Cases of the Day feature is presented electronically in the Lakeside Learning Center. Each day, Sunday through Thursday, a new case in each of 14 categories will be displayed. Attendees will be able to submit a diagnosis for each case at nearby Internet Zones, on the electronic presentation system or via any web browser at RSNA2011.RSNA.org. For each correct diagnosis submitted, attendees will receive 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.

CME Refresher Courses, Topical CD Collections and RSNA 2011 Program in Brief Sales

RSNA StoreRSNA Services, Lakeside Center Ballroom Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sunday – Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Additional copies of the RSNA 2011 Program in Brief are available to RSNA members for $10 each, and to others for $40 each. Store personnel are available to answer questions about all of RSNA’s education products and services.

Continuing Medical Education (CME) DocumentationSee each course/session type below for instructions on how to claim CME credit.

Education Exhibits, Quality Storyboards and Informal Scientific Presentations(only AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ is offered)At the conclusion of discussions during the lunch period with the presenters of education exhibits, quality storyboards and/or informal scientific presentations in the Lakeside Learning Center, document your attendance using the electronic device provided in each community.

Refresher Courses, Multisession Courses and Informatics Courses (tickets required) Refresher Courses: • Traditional and cutting-edge topics in a subspecialty area.Multisession Courses: • ASRT@RSNA 2011: A 1½-day educational program designed for

radiologic technologists. • Associated Sciences: Ten refresher courses over 2½-days. • Bolstering Oncoradiologic and Oncoradiotherapeutic Skills

for Tomorrow (BOOST) Program: Four days of concentrated courses from leaders on anatomy and contouring, scientific papers, and case-based reviews.

• Cardiac CT Mentored Case Review: Four courses designed to assist with satisfying one of the recommendations of the ACR Practice Guidelines for the Performance and Interpretation of Cardiac CT.

• Case-Based Review: Daylong, case-based courses in neuroradi-ology, pediatric radiology, nuclear medicine PET/CT, and MR. Half-day programs in breast and ultrasound.

• Diagnosis Live! The Audience Participation Game. A series of interactive case studies to challenge radiologists’ diagnostic skills.

• Essentials of Radiology: A 2½-day series of 10 refresher courses designed especially for generalists and trainees.

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• Hospital Administrators Symposium: This session will address topics including how to make lucrative radiologic equipment purchases thriving under future payment systems and more.

• Molecular Imaging Symposium: A daylong series of four sessions on molecular imaging for the practicing radiologist.

• Quality Improvement Symposium: A daylong series of three sessions focusing on quality improvement in radiology practices.

• Radiologist Assistants Symposium: Four refresher courses on Sunday designed to meet the educational needs of the radiolo-gist assistant as defined by ARRT®.

• Resident/Fellows Program: Designed to provide useful information to residents and fellows as they begin their career paths.

• RSNA/ESR Oncology Symposium: Essentials in Oncologic Imaging: What Radiologists Need to Know: A joint session with the European Society of Radiology, this daylong series of two sessions reviews the principles of oncologic imaging and value-added reporting.

• Series Courses: Each course in a series combines education and research on related topics.

Informatics Courses: • Didactic and hands-on courses on topics such as advanced

imaging, online searching and RSNA performance solutions.

Evaluation forms are available at each course. To record CME credit, attendees must complete the form and deposit it in one of the credit voucher boxes located at the back of each meeting room. If the course utilizes audience-response technology for evaluation, deposit an attendance voucher to document your attendance.

Other Educational Sessions Plenary Sessions: • Open to all registrants and include keynote addresses, annual

orations, interpretation sessions and special symposia. Scientific Sessions: • Oral presentations grouped by subspecialty and area of interest. Special Interest, Controversies/Game and Hot Topic Sessions: • Radiology-related topics that are late breaking and/or

controversial.

Saturday Courses: • Oncologic Imaging: An Update from the Colegio Interamericano

de Radiologis (CIR)-Spanish language program (SAT05) • Work-life Balance: Survival Strategies for the Busy Radiologist

(SAT04)Additional Fee Offerings Courses: • NIH Grantmanship Workshop (SAT02) • Study Section Reviewers Workshop (SAT03) To record CME credit, deposit an attendance voucher in the credit voucher box at the back of the room at the conclusion of the session.

Continuing Education (CE) Documentation In order to record and obtain Category A+/A continuing education (CE) credits, all ARRT-registered radiologic technologists and radiologist assistants must follow ARRT guidelines. Failure to do so will result in no credits being awarded. • Attendance will be verified with a check-in and check-out

process for all courses and events. All registrants looking to obtain Category A+/A credit must be present for the duration of the course or event.

• ARRT Attendance Documentation Cards will be available at the door for all courses and events that are approved for Category A+/A credit.

• Attendee must obtain an ARRT Attendance Documentation Card at the beginning of the session, complete the card, and drop it in the voucher box at the end of the session.

• An attendee arriving late or departing early will not obtain credit. • Any attendee that forgoes submitting the ARRT Attendance

documentation card at the close of the session will not obtain credit.

• Attendance vouchers will not be distributed, as they have been replaced by the ARRT Attendance Documentation Card.

• Evaluation forms and/or audience response technology is encour-aged to evaluate the session.

Education ExhibitsSee Lakeside Learning Center, page 43.

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Informatics Demonstration Areas Lakeside Learning Center—Level 2, Hall EHours Sunday – Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

National Cancer Institute’s Center for Bioinformatics and Information Technology (CBIIT/caBIG®) Imaging ProgramThe mission of NCI CBIIT/ caBIG® Imaging is to help facilitate and leverage imaging data to accelerate scientific discovery for the diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and management of cancer and other diseases. NCI CBIIT/caBIG® Imaging seeks to promulgate an open community setting and create a unique environment for free and open source software that facilitates collaboration as well as computational analysis of imaging data. The exhibit will not only provide a high level overview and additional details about the aforementioned efforts, but also provide attendees with information of how to get involved in this open community.

National Library of Medicine (NLM) Literature Searches Demonstration Demonstrations of the free databases and resources and personal training in searching PubMed/MEDLINE will be available. Attendees are invited to search NLM databases on individual workstations with one-on-one assistance from National Network of Libraries of Medicine health sciences librarians. Eight courses on literature searching will also be offered by the NLM throughout the week in room S401AB.

Lakeside Learning CenterEducation Exhibits, Informal Scientific Presentations, Quality Storyboards and Informatics

Lakeside Center—Level 2, Hall EHours of Operation Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Monday – Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

More than 2,000 education exhibits are on display, ranging from backboard panel displays to digital presentations. Around 1,000 informal scientific presentations (posters) will be displayed digitally. Authors will be present on an assigned day to discuss the presenta-tion with the audience. Presentations and select Education Exhibits are available for AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM on Sunday, 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m., and Monday – Thursday, 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. Exhibits and posters will be available at all times for self-study CME credit.

Maintenance of Certification (MOC) The MOC process is designed to facilitate and document the profes-sional development of each American Board of Radiology (ABR) diplomate. All diplomates with 10-year, time-limited primary or subspecialty certificates who wish to maintain certification must successfully complete the requirements of the appropriate specialty or subspecialty.

For more information on RSNA’s MOC-related activities, visit the RSNA Store in the Lakeside Center.

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Photography and Recording GuidelinesNo recording devices of any kind—including audio, video or still photography—will be permitted in scientific paper sessions, scientific poster sessions, plenary sessions, refresher courses, Special Interest, Controversies or Hot Topics Sessions.

Still photography will be allowed for personal use only—not for reproduction—for education exhibits and for exhibits in the Informatics Demonstration Areas that do not display the “no recording” icon.

Quality StoryboardsLakeside Learning Center—Level 2, Hall EA collection of 41 storyboard presentations selected through a competitive submission process will be on display. Each storyboard will describe a successful quality initiative in the field of radiology that improved patient care or service. Authors will be available to talk with meeting attendees about their projects for at least one scheduled 30-minute session during the week. Selected authors will participate in a Quality Showcase on Monday, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. in room S404CD.

RSNA/AUR/ARRS Introduction to Academic Radiology (ITAR) & Introduction to Research for International Young Academics (IRIYA)North Building—Level 1, Rooms N133 and N135The ITAR & IRIYA programs are open only to preselected participants and run Monday – Thursday. The objectives of these programs are to introduce residents to academic radiology early in their residencies, demonstrate the importance of research in diagnostic radiology, share the excitement of academic careers and introduce residents to successful clinical radiology researchers, future colleagues and potential mentors.

Scientific Informal Poster PresentationsSee Lakeside Learning Center, page 43.

Self-Assessment Modules (SAMs) RSNA offers SAMs that are “qualified by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) in meeting the criteria of self-assessment toward

the purpose of fulfilling requirements in the ABR Maintenance of Certification Program.” In addition, all RSNA SAMs are available for AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM. SAMs are free to RSNA members.

For more information about the availability of RSNA SAMs, go to the RSNA Store at RSNA Services in the Lakeside Center Ballroom.

Student Radiographer Theater Lakeside Center—Level 4, Room E450AHours of Operation Monday – Wednesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.

RSNA sponsors special sessions for second-year radiography students with presentations by invited speakers. Registration is done in advance through school program directors. Badges and course tickets have been mailed to program directors.

Vendor Workshops: Basic Training for Radiologists and Healthcare Professionals (tickets required)Commercial leaders in the industry have reserved classroom space in the technical exhibition to conduct classes on their respective proprietary computer systems. These workshops are not offered for CME credit. See the online meeting program at RSNA2011.RSNA.org for a complete schedule of classes and locations.

Point Inside for Navigating McCormick Place and BeyondThis year, RSNA will be utilizing Point Inside, a tool that can assist RSNA attendees residing in the U.S. and Canada from the time they leave home throughout their entire trip to Chicago and McCormick Place. It’s designed to help attendees pinpoint their locations with interactive maps of airports, shopping malls, convention centers including McCormick Place, and other points of interest. It’s available for your Apple and Android mobile devices. It will help make your travel and navigation of McCormick Place easier and more efficient. Visit pointinside.com to learn more.

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Saturday, November 2612:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

SAT01 AAPM/RSNA Physics Tutorial for Residents . . . . . . . . . E351

1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

SAT02 NIH Grantsmanship Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E253AB

SAT03 RSNA/ARR Study Section Reviews Workshop . . . . E253CD

SAT04 Work-Life Balance: Survival Strategies for the Busy Radiologist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E271A

SAT05 CIR@RSNA: Imagen Oncologica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E350

2:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.

SAT06 AAPM/RSNA Tutorial on Equipment Selection . . . . . . . E351

Course Abbreviations

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Multisession Courses (MS)

Plenary Sessions (PS)

Refresher Courses (RC)

Saturday Courses (SAT)

Scientific Sessions (SS) Special Interest, Controversies/Games and Hot Topic Sessions (SP)

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10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

Scientific Formal Presentation Sessions (Paper)

10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

PS11 Oncodiagnosis Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E353C

11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

ICIA11 Informatics Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401CD

ICII11 Informatics Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S501ABC

ICIW11 Informatics Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401AB

12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Scientific Informal (Poster) Presentations, Quality Storyboards and Education Exhibits (AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM) Lakeside Learning Center Level 2, Hall E

SSA01 . . . . Arie Crown TheaterSSA02. . . . . . . . . . . . . .S502ABSSA03. . . . . . . . . . . . . .S503ABSSA04. . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404CDSSA05. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N227SSA06. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353ASSA07 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450ASSA08. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450BSSA09. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351SSA10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353BSSA11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403ASSA12 . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504CD

SSA13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451ASSA14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451BSSA15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N229SSA16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N226SSA17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N228SSA18 . . . . . . . . . . . . .S505ABSSA19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403BSSA20. . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404ABSSA21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504ABSSA22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S104ASSA23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E350SSA24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E352

Sunday, November 278:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.

PS10 President’s Address & Opening Session Arie Crown Theater

10:15 a.m. – 10:35 a.m.

Business Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Arie Crown Theater

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

MSVP11 Pediatric Radiology Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S100AB

MSRA11 Radiologist Assistants Symposium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S402AB

Key: = no ticket required = SAMs

1:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

MSVO11 Interventional Oncology Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S405AB

2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

MSRA12 Radiologist Assistants Symposium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S402AB

3:15 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

MSRA13 Radiologist Assistants Symposium. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S402AB

4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

ICIA12 Informatics Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401CD

ICII12 Informatics Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S501ABC


4:00 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.

PS12 Image Interpretation Session . . . . . . .Arie Crown Theater

5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

MSRA14 Radiologist Assistants Symposium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S402AB

RC101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451BRC102 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403BRC103 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N227RC104 . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450ARC105 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N228RC106 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450BRC107 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353BRC108 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353CRC109 . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406A RC110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N226RC111 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451ARC112 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404ABRC114 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S103CDRC115 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406BRC116 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403ARC117 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E352

RC118 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E350RC120. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S404CDRC121 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N230RC122. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S502ABRC123 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S505ABRC124 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N229RC125 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351 RC126 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S504CD RC127 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S503AB RC129 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S103AB RC130. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E353A RC132 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S504AB RC150. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E260 RC151 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E261 RC152 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E264 RC153 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S401CD RC154. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401AB

2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.


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Hot Topic/Controversy Sessions SPSC20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351 SPSH20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . E3528:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

MSAS21 Associated Sciences Refresher Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . .E350

MSCM21 Case-Based Review of Magnetic Resonance. . . . . . . S100AB

MSMC21 Cardiac CT Mentored Case Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406A

MSRO21 Bolstering Oncoradiologic and Oncoradiotherapeutic Skills for Tomorrow (BOOST): Head and Neck . . . . . S103AB

MSRO24 Bolstering Oncoradiologic and Oncoradiotherapeutic Skills for Tomorrow (BOOST): Prostate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S103CD

8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

MSVE21 Emergency Radiology Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353A

MSVG21 Gastrointestinal Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N227

MSVI21 Interventional Radiology Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E352

Refresher Courses (RC200s)RC201 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353BRC202 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403BRC203 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S503ABRC205 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450ARC206 . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451BRC207 . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406BRC210 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450BRC211 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N226RC212 . . . . . . . . . . . .S404CDRC215 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353CRC216 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S402ABRC218 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S505ABRC221 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N228RC222 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504CD

RC223 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102DRC224 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S502ABRC225 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S405ABRC226 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N229RC227 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404ABRC229 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351RC230 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S104ARC232 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403ARC250 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504ABRC251 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E261RC252 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E264RC253 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401CDRC254 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401AB


MSVM21 Breast/Nuclear Medicine/ Molecular Imaging Series . . . . . . . . . . . . .Arie Crown Theater

MSVP21 Pediatric Radiology Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102AB

MSVS21 Musculoskeletal Radiology Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451A

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.


10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.




MSAS22 Associated Sciences Refresher Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E350

MSCM22 Case-Based Review of Magnetic Resonance . . . . . . . S100AB

MSRO22 Bolstering Oncoradiologic and Oncoradiotherapeutic Skills for Tomorrow (BOOST) (ISP): Head and Neck . . .S103AB

MSRO25 Bolstering Oncoradiologic and Oncoradiotherapeutic Skills for Tomorrow (BOOST) (ISP): Prostate . . . . . . . .S103CD

10:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

MSMC22 Cardiac CT Mentored Case Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406A

SSC01 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S502ABSSC02 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S503ABSSC03 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504ABSSC04. . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404CDSSC05 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450BSSC06 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353BSSC07 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102DSSC08 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S402ABSSC09 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504CDSSC10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451B

SSC11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N229SSC12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N226SSC13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N228SSC14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S505ABSSC15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403ASSC16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403BSSC17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S104ASSC18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351SSC19 India Presents. . . E353C


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12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.

Scientific Informal (Poster) Presentations, Quality Storyboards and Education Exhibits

(AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM) Lakeside Learning Center Level 2, Hall E

12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

ICIA22 Informatics Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401CD

ICII22 Informatics Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S501ABC

ICIW22 Informatics Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401AB

1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.

MSPH21 AAPM/RSNA Basic Physics Lecture for the Radiologic Technologist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E352

PS20 Eugene P. Pendergrass New Horizons Lecture and Special Lecture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Arie Crown Theater

1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

MSAS23 Associated Sciences Refresher Course . . . . . . . . . . . . .E350

MSCM23 Case-Based Review of Magnetic Resonance . . . . . . S100AB

1:30 p.m. – 3:05 p.m.

MSMC23 Cardiac CT Mentored Case Review. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406A

1:30 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.

MSPH22 Physics Symposium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S102C

1:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

MSVO21 Interventional Oncology Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S405AB

2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.


ICII23 Informatics Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S501ABC



3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.


3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

MSRO23 Bolstering Oncoradiologic and Oncoradiotherapeutic Skills for Tomorrow (BOOST) (Case-Based): Head and Neck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S103AB

MSRO26 Bolstering Oncoradiologic and Oncoradiotherapeutic Skills for Tomorrow (BOOST) (Case-Based): Prostate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S103CD

3:30 p.m.– 5:00 p.m.


3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

MSCM24 Case-Based Review of Magnetic Resonance. . . . . . . S100AB

3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

MSMC24 Cardiac CT Mentored Case Review. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406A

4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.



SSE01 . . . . Arie Crown TheaterSSE02 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450ASSE03 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S502ABSSE04 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S503ABSSE05 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404CDSSE06 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353ASSE07 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353CSSE08 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450BSSE09 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351SSE10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353BSSE11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102DSSE12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S402AB

SSE13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504CDSSE14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451ASSE15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451BSSE16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N229SSE17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N226SSE18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N228SSE19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S505ABSSE20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102ABSSE21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403ASSE22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403BSSE23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404ABSSE24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S104ASSE25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N230

Monday, November 28 (continued)


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4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Special Interest Sessions SPSI21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450ASPSI22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353C SPSI23 . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404AB

SPDL21 Diagnosis Live!: The Audience Participation Game . . . E353B

Tuesday, November 29

7:15 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.

Hot Topic/Controversy Sessions SPSC30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351SPSH30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E3528:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.


MSCC31 Case-Based Review of Nuclear Medicine: PET/CT Workshop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406A

MSES31 Essentials of Radiology Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S100AB

MSQI31 Quality Improvement Symposium. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406B

MSRO31 Bolstering Oncoradiologic and Oncoradiotherapeutic Skills for Tomorrow (BOOST): Gastrointestinal . . . . . S103AB

MSRO34 Bolstering Oncoradiologic and Oncoradiotherapeutic Skills for Tomorrow (BOOST): Lymphoma . . . . . . . . . S103CD

SPSI24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451ASPSI25 . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404CD SPSI26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451B

8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

MSVB31 Breast Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Arie Crown Theater

MSVC31 Chest Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N230

MSVE31 Emergency Radiology Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S404CD

MSVG31 MR Imaging/Gastrointestinal Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351

MSVI31 Interventional Radiology Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E352

MSVM31 Cardiovascular/Nuclear Medicine/ Molecular Imaging Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S502AB

MSVN31 Neuroradiology Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451B


MSVR31 Radiology Informatics Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N228

MSVS31 Musculoskeletal Radiology Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451A

MSVU31 Genitourinary Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N227


RC302 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353BRC303 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S405ABRC306 . . . . . . . . . . . . E353CRC309 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450BRC310 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S503ABRC311 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S402ABRC312 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404ABRC316 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504ABRC318 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S505ABRC321 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450ARC322 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504CD

RC323 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102DRC324 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N229RC325 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N226RC326 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403ARC327 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353ARC332 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403BRC350 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E260RC351 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E261RC352 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E264RC353 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401CDRC354 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401AB

Refresher Courses (RC300s)Monday, November 28 (continued)


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10:00 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.

Business Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403B

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.


SSG01 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450ASSG02. . . . . . . . . . . . . .S503ABSSG03. . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504ABSSG04. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353BSSG05. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353CSSG06. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102DSSG07 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S402ABSSG08. . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504CDSSG09. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450B

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.




MSCC32 Case-based Review of Nuclear Medicine: PET/CT Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406A

MSES32 Essentials of Radiology Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S100AB

MSQI32 Quality Improvement Symposium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406B

MSRO32 Bolstering Oncoradiologic and Oncoradiotherapeutic Skills for Tomorrow (BOOST) (ISP): Gastrointestinal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S103AB

MSRO35 Bolstering Oncoradiologic and Oncoradiotherapeutic Skills for Tomorrow (BOOST) (ISP): Lymphoma . . . S103CD

12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.


(AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM) . .Lakeside Learning Center Level 2, Hall E

SSG10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N229SSG11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N226SSG12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S505ABSSG13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403ASSG14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403BSSG15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404ABSSG16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S104ASSG17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353A

12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.




1:30 p.m. –2:45 p.m.

PS30 Annual Oration in Diagnostic Radiology and Special Lecture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Arie Crown Theater

1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.


MSCC33 Case-Based Review of Nuclear Medicine: PET/CT Workshop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406A


MSQI33 Quality Improvement Symposium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406B

1:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

MSV031 Interventional Oncology Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S405AB

2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.





Tuesday, November 29 (continued)


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3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.


SSJ01 . . . . Arie Crown TheaterSSJ02 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450ASSJ03 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S502ABSSJ04 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S503ABSSJ05 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404CDSSJ06 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353ASSJ07 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353CSSJ08 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450BSSJ09 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353BSSJ10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351SSJ11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102DSSJ12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S402ABSSJ13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504CD

3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

MSRO33 Bolstering Oncoradiologic and Oncoradiotherapeutic Skills for Tomorrow (BOOST) (Case-Based): Gastointestinal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S103AB

MSRO36 Bolstering Oncoradiologic and Oncoradiotherapeutic Skills for Tomorrow (BOOST) (Case-Based): Lymphoma. . . . . S103CD

3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

MSVE32 Emergency Radiology Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N227

MSVP32 Pediatric Radiology Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102AB

3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.


MSCC34 Case-Based Review of Nuclear Medicine: PET/CT Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406A

MSES34 Essentials of Radiology Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S100AB

SSJ14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451ASSJ15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451BSSJ16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N229SSJ17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N226SSJ18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N228SSJ19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S505ABSSJ20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403ASSJ21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403BSSJ22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404ABSSJ23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S104ASSJ24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E352SSJ25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N230

4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Refresher Courses (RC400s)

RC401 . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353CRC402 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403BRC403 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N230RC404 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S402ABRC405 . . . . . . . . . . . . S406BRC406 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451BRC407 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450BRC409 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450ARC410 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N226RC411 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S503ABRC412 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404CDRC414 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102CRC415 . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353BRC416 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S502ABRC417 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351 RC418 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N228

Wednesday, November 307:15 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.

Hot Topic/Controversy Session

SPSC40 . . . . . . . . . . . . E353B SPSH40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351

8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.


MSCB41 Case-Based Review of Breast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406A


MSMI41 Molecular Imaging Symposium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406B


RC420 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504AB RC421 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E352RC422 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504CDRC423 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353ARC424 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102DRC425 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N229RC426 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S104ARC427 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404ABRC429 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S505ABRC430 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403ARC432 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451ARC450 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E260RC451 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E261RC452 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E264RC453 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401CDRC454 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401AB

SPSH41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E352

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Wednesday, November 30 (continued)8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Refresher Courses (RC500s)RC501 . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353BRC502 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S104ARC506 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353CRC507 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102DRC508 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450BRC510 . . . . . . . . . . . . S103CDRC511 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S405ABRC513 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S103ABRC515 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450ARC516 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N229RC517 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S503ABRC518 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N228RC521 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N230RC522 . . . . . . . . . . . .S404CDRC523 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504AB

8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

MSVA41 Cardiac Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S502AB

MSVG41 Gastrointestinal Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351


MSVN41 Neuroradiology Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451B

MSVS41 Musculoskeletal Radiology Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451A

MSVV41 Vascular Imaging Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353A

8:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

MSSR41 RSNA/ESR Oncology Symposium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S402AB

RC524 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403BRC525 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102ABRC526 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504CDRC527 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S505ABRC529 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404ABRC530 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403ARC531 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N227RC532 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N226RC550 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E260RC551 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E261RC552 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E264RC553 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401CDRC554 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401AB

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.


10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

ICIA41 Informatics Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401CD

ICII41 Informatics Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S501ABC

ICIW41 Informatics Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401AB


MSCB42 Case-Based Review of Breast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406A


MSMI42 Molecular Imaging Symposium. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406B

12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.


(AMA PRA Category 1 CMETM) . . .Lakeside Learning Center Level 2, Hall E

12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.


IICI42 Informatics Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S501ABC



SSK11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N229SSK12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N226SSK13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S505ABSSK14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102ABSSK15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403ASSK16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403BSSK17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404ABSSK18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S104ASSK19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N230

SSK01 . . . . Arie Crown TheaterSSK02 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450ASSK03 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S503ABSSK04 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404CDSSK05 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N227SSK06 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353BSSK07 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353CSSK08 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102DSSK09 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S405ABSSK10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450B


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MSRT41 ASRT@RSNA 2011. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N227

1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.

PS40 Annual Oration in Radiation Oncology and Special Lecture . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Arie Crown Theater

1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

MSCU41 Case-based Review of Ultrasound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406A


MSMI43 Molecular Imaging Symposium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406B

1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

MSHA41 Hospital Administrators Symposium. . . . . . . . . . . . . S504CD

1:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

MSRP41 Resident/Fellows Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451B

MSVO41 Interventional Oncology Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S405AB

2:00 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.

MSSR42 RSNA/ESR Oncology Symposium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S402AB

2:20 p.m. – 3:20 p.m.

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2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.



3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Scientific Formal Presentation Sessions (Paper) SSM01 . . . Arie Crown TheaterSSM02 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450ASSM03 . . . . . . . . . . . . .S502ABSSM04 . . . . . . . . . . . . .S503ABSSM05 . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404CDSSM06 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E350SSM07 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353ASSM08 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353BSSM09 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353CSSM10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351SSM11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102DSSM12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451A

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

MSRO41 Bolstering Oncoradiologic and Oncoradiotherapeutic Skills for Tomorrow (BOOST) Ask the Experts (Hands-on Workshop) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401CD

3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

MSCU42 Case-Based Review of US.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406A


MSMI44 Molecular Imaging Symposium. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406B

3:40 p.m. – 4:40 p.m.

MSRT43 ASRT@RSNA 2011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N227

4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.


4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Controversy/Game Sessions SPSC41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351SPSC42 . . . . . . . . . . . .S404ABSPSC43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E352

5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

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SPSC44 . . . . . . . . . . . .S404CDSPSC45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450A

SSM13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N229SSM14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N226SSM15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N228SSM16 . . . . . . . . . . . . .S505ABSSM17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102ABSSM18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403ASSM19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403BSSM20 . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404ABSSM21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S104ASSM22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E352SSM23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N230

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7:15 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.

Hot Topic/Controversy Sessions SPSC50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

MSRT51 ASRT@RSNA 2011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N227

8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

MSCN51 Case-Based Review of Neuroradiology. . . . . . . . . . . . S100AB

MSCP51 Case-Based Review of Pediatric Radiology. . . . . . . . . . S406A

MSES51 Essentials of Radiology Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406B

MSRO51 Bolstering Oncoradiologic and Oncoradiotherapeutic Skills for Tomorrow (BOOST): Central Nervous System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S103AB

8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Refresher Courses (RC 600s)RC602 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S505ABRC604 . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451ARC606 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450ARC608 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N226RC609 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353BRC610 . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353CRC611 . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450BRC613 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102ABRC616 . . . . . . . . . . . .S404ABRC617 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S103CDRC618 . . . . . . . . . . . .S405ABRC620 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353ARC621 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N230RC622 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403B

SPSH50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E352

RC623 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102D RC624 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504CDRC625 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S503ABRC626 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N229RC627 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403ARC629 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S402ABRC630 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102CRC631 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E263RC632 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504ABRC650 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E260RC651 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E261RC652 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E264RC653 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401CDRC654 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401AB

8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

MSVA51 Cardiac Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S502AB

MSVB51 Breast Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451B

MSVC51 Chest Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S404CD


MSVN51 Neuroradiology Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N228

MSVU51 Genitourinary Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E350

MSVV51 Vascular Imaging Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351

9:20 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.

MSRT52 ASRT@RSNA 2011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N227

10:00 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.

Business Session-Standby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403B

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Scientific Formal Presentation Sessions (Paper) SSQ01 . . . . . . . . . . . . . S503ABSSQ02. . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504ABSSQ03. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353ASSQ04 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353BSSQ05. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353CSSQ06 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450ASSQ07. . . . . . . . . . . . . .S402ABSSQ08. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403ASSQ09. . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504CD

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.





SSQ10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450B SSQ11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451A SSQ12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N229SSQ13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S505ABSSQ14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102CSSQ15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102DSSQ16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403BSSQ17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404ABSSQ18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N230

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MSCN52 Case-Based Review of Neuroradiology . . . . . . . . . . . S100AB

MSCP52 Case-Based Review of Pediatric Radiology . . . . . . . . . S406A

MSES52 Essentials of Radiology Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406B

MSRO52 Bolstering Oncoradiologic and Oncoradiotherapeutic Skills for Tomorrow (BOOST) (ISP): Central Nervous System . . .S103AB

10:40 a.m. – 11:40 a.m.

MSRT53 ASRT@RSNA 2011. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N227

12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.


(AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM) . .Lakeside Learning Center Level 2, Hall E

12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.


1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

MSRT54 ASRT@RSNA 2011. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N227

1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.

ICIX51 Informatics Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E350

PS50 RSNA/AAPM Symposium . . . . . . . . . .Arie Crown Theater

1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

MSCN53 Case-based Review of Neuroradiology . . . . . . . . . . . . S100AB

MSCP53 Case-based Review of Pediatric Radiology. . . . . . . . . . S406A

1:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

MSVO51 Interventional Oncology Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S405AB

2:20 p.m. – 3:20 p.m.

MSRT55 ASRT@RSNA 2011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N227

2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.


ICIW52 Informatics Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401AB

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Hot Topic Sessions SPSH51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351SPSH52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E352

SPDL51 Diagnosis LIVE!: The Audience Participation Game . . E353B

3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

MSRO53 Bolstering Oncoradiologic and Oncoradiotherapeutic Skills for Tomorrow (BOOST) (Case-Based): Central Nervous System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S103AB

3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

MSCN54 Case-Based Review of Neuroradiology . . . . . . . . . . . S100AB

MSCP54 Case-Based Review of Pediatric Radiology . . . . . . . . . S406A

3:40 p.m. – 4:40 p.m.

MSRT56 ASRT@RSNA 2011. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .N227

4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Refresher Courses (RC700s) RC701 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450ARC702 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403BRC703 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351RC704 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N228RC705 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403ARC706 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N230RC707 . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406BRC708 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353BRC709 . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353CRC710 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450BRC711 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E352RC712 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S505ABRC713 . . . . . . . . . . . . S102ABRC714 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N229RC715 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451BRC717 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102DRC718 . . . . . . . . . . . .S402AB

SPSH53 . . . . . . . . . . . .S404AB SPSH55 . . . . . . . . . . . .S502AB

RC720 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N226RC721 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E350RC722 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504ABRC723 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353ARC725 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S503ABRC726 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102CRC727 . . . . . . . . . . . . . S504CDRC729 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451ARC730 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404CDRC731 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E263RC732 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S502ABRC750 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E260RC751 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E261RC752 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E264RC753 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401CDRC754 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401AB

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Friday, December 28:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Refresher Courses (RC800s) RC801 . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353CRC802 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S503ABRC803 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451ARC804 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406ARC805 . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451BRC806 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S406BRC807 . . . . . . . . . . . .S404ABRC808 . . . . . . . . . . . . E353BRC809 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S405ABRC810 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E350RC811 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S505ABRC812 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S402ABRC813 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102ABRC815 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450ARC817 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353A

8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

MSVI61 Interventional Radiology Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E352

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Scientific Formal Presentation Sessions (Paper) SST01 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450BSST02 . . . . . . . . . . . . .S502ABSST03 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404CDSST04 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E350SST05 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353ASST06 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353CSST07 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450ASST08 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351 SST09 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451A

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

ICIW61 Informatics Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401AB

ICII61 Informatics Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S501ABC

12:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.

PS60 Imaging Symposium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E451A

RC818 . . . . . . . . . . . . . S501ABCRC821 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E351RC823 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504CDRC825 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S502ABRC826 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403ARC827 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404CDRC829 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E450BRC830 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E263RC831 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S504ABRC832 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403BRC850 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E260RC851 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E261RC852 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E264RC853 . . . . . . . . . . . . . S401CDRC854 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S505AB

SST10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S402ABSST11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S405ABSST12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403ASST13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S505ABSST14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S102ABSST15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S403BSST16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .S404ABSST17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E353B

Transportation InformationGetting to/from Chicago AirportsChicago Transit Authority (CTA)The CTA’s convenient and easy to use bus and elevated/subway train lines—including the famous “L”—carry you around town and to major attractions. The CTA website (www.transitchicago.com) offers a valuable overview of transit services, a guide to the system, instructions for first-time riders and much more.

Chicago-O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is served by the Blue Line (CTA ‘L’ train route) which stops at Terminal 2. Blue Line trains serve O’Hare 24 hours-per-day, seven-days-per-week. Trains operate every few minutes during the day and every 15-30 minutes overnight.

Chicago-Midway International Airport (MDW) is served by the Orange Line (CTA ‘L’ train route) which stops just steps from the airport terminal. Follow signs from the train station to the airport. Orange Line trains serve Midway from early morning through late-evening hours, every day. Trains operate every 7–15 minutes.

Check the CTA website (www.transitchicago.com) for more details.

GO Airport Express Shuttle ServiceShuttle service to and from O’Hare and Midway airports. Departures are every 5 - 10 minutes. Shuttle counters are located at both airports in the baggage claim areas.

O’Hare Single Pair Group (3 or more) One-way $28 $19 each $14 each Roundtrip $49 $35 each $27 each

Midway Single Pair Group (3 or more) One-way $23 $15 each $12 each Roundtrip $39 $27 each $22 each

Rates are subject to change. There is a $2.00 per person airport departure surcharge tax added to trips FROM the airport. Pair and group fares are per person and must travel together at the same time, to the same destination.

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Purchase tickets online at RSNA2011.RSNA.org to receive a $4.00 discount on your roundtrip reservation. If you call and make a reservation (1-888-284-3826) or buy your ticket at the airport, you will receive a $2.00 discount. The $2.00 coupon is located in your registration wallet.

Return service is available from the McCormick Place Convention Center, November 29 – December 2, on the hour and half hour.

Boarding Locations at McCormick Place Convention Center: Lakeside Center, Gate 37, and South Building, Gate 3* Tuesday, Nov. 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30 – Thursday, Dec. 1 . . . 12:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

* South Building departure time is on the half hour. Shuttles will depart within 10 minutes of loading. Please allow extra time during rush hour and severe weather.

Limousine ServiceChicagoland’s premiere chauffeured transportation provider. GO Airport Express offers the very best in Executive Town Car, SUV and Limousine services. Service is available to/from all Chicago airports.

Book your private sedan, SUV or limousine to/from O’Hare and Midway airports to downtown online. Call 1-888-284-3826 or visit RSNA2011.RSNA.org.

Taxi ServiceTaxis are available at the lower-level curb front of Chicago-O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago-Midway International Airport (MDW). There are no flat rates because all taxis run on meters. The fare is approximately $40 from O’Hare and $30 from Midway to the downtown area. For wheelchair accessible vehicles, please call United Dispatch at 1-800-281-4466.

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Hotel Locations1 Affinia Chicago Hotel

166 E. Superior St. (312) 787-6000

2 Allegro Chicago, A Kimpton Hotel 171 W. Randolph St. (312) 236-0123

3 Allerton Hotel 701 N. Michigan Ave. (312) 440-1500

4 Amalfi Hotel Chicago 20 W. Kinzie (312) 395-9000

5 Avenue Crowne Plaza 160 E. Huron (312) 787-2900

6 Best Western Grant Park Hotel 1100 S. Michigan Ave. (312) 922-2900

7 Best Western River North Hotel 125 W. Ohio St. (312) 467-0800

8 The Blackstone, A Renaissance Hotel 636 S. Michigan Ave. (312) 447-0955

9 Burnham Chicago, A Kimpton Hotel 1 W. Washington (312) 782-1111

10 Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown 15 E. Ohio St. (312) 894-0900

11 Congress Plaza Hotel 520 S. Michigan Ave. (312) 427-3800

12 Conrad Chicago Hotel 521 N. Rush St. (312) 645-1500

13 Courtyard Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile 165 E. Ontario St. (312) 573-0800

14 Courtyard Chicago Downtown River North 30 E. Hubbard at State St. (312) 329-2500

15 Crowne Plaza Chicago Metro 733 W. Madison Ave. (312) 829-5000

16 Dana Hotel 660 N. State St. (888) 301-3262

17 Doubletree Hotel Chicago Magnificent Mile 300 E. Ohio (312) 787-6100

18 Drake Hotel 140 E. Walton Pl. (312) 787-2200

19 Elysian Hotel Chicago 11 E. Walton Pl. (312) 646-1300

20 Embassy Suites Hotel 600 N. State St. (312) 943-3800

21 Embassy Suites Lakefront 511 N. Columbus Dr. (312) 836-5900

22 Essex Inn 800 S. Michigan Ave. (312) 939-2800

23 Fairfield Inn & Suites 216 E. Ontario St. (312) 787-3777

24 Fairmont Hotel Chicago 200 N. Columbus Dr. (312) 565-8000

25 Four Points Hotel by Sheraton 630 N. Rush St. (312) 981-6600

26 Four Seasons Hotel 120 E. Delaware Pl. (312) 280-8800

27 Hampton Inn & Suites 33 W. Illinois St. (312) 832-0330

28 Hampton Majestic 22 W. Monroe St. (312) 332-5052

29 Hard Rock Hotel Chicago 230 N. Michigan Ave. (312) 345-1000

30 Hilton Chicago 720 S. Michigan Ave. (312) 922-4400

31 Hilton Garden Inn 10 E. Grand Ave. (312) 595-0000

32 Hilton Suites 198 E. Delaware Pl. (312) 664-1100

33 Holiday Inn & Suites 506 W. Harrison (312) 957-9100

34 Holiday Inn Mart Plaza 350 N. Orleans (312) 836-5000

35 Homewood Suites By Hilton 40 E. Grand Ave. (312) 644-2222

36 Hostelling International - Chicago 24 E. Congress Pkwy. (312) 360-0300

37 Hotel 71 71 E. Wacker Dr. (312) 346-7100

38 Hotel Cass - A Holiday Inn Express 640 N. Wabash Ave. (312) 787-4030

39 Hotel Felix 111 W. Huron St. (312 447-3440

40 Hotel Indigo 1244 N. Dearborn Pkwy. (312) 787-4980

41 Hyatt Regency Chicago Hotel 151 E. Wacker Dr. (312) 565-1234

42 Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Hotel 2233 S. Martin Luther King Dr. (312) 567-1234

43 Inn of Chicago 162 E. Ohio at Michigan Ave. (312) 787-3100

44 InterContinental Hotel Chicago 505 N. Michigan Ave. (312) 944-4100

45 James Hotel 616 N. Rush St. (312) 337-1000

46 JW Marriott 208 S. LaSalle (312) 660-8200

47 Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile 540 N. Michigan Ave. (312) 836-0100

48 Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel 163 E. Walton (312) 751-8100

49 Monaco Chicago, A Kimpton Hotel 225 N. Wabash (312) 960-8500

50 Omni Chicago Hotel 676 N. Michigan Ave. (312) 944-6664

51 Palmer House Hilton Hotel 17 E. Monroe (312) 726-7500

52 Palomar Chicago, A Kimpton Hotel 505 N. State St. (312) 755-9703

53 Park Hyatt Hotel 800 N. Michigan Ave. (312) 335-1234

54 Peninsula Hotel 108 E. Superior St. (312) 337-2888

55 Raffaello Hotel 201 E. Delaware Pl. (312) 943-5000

56 Renaissance Chicago Hotel 1 W. Wacker Dr. (312) 372-7200


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Taxi ServiceTaxi service is available throughout the city and can cost anywhere from $5 to $20 per ride. A taxi shared ride program (for 2 to 4 passengers) is in effect at McCormick Place Convention Center from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Shared rides are taxi rides given for a flat fee per person. The following shows starting and ending points and rates. Prices listed are per person, per trip:

• From McCormick Place or United Center to Downtown - $7 • From O’Hare Airport to Downtown or McCormick Place - $22 • From Midway Airport to Downtown or McCormick Place - $16

Passengers must request a “shared ride fare” and will be grouped according to their destination. For wheelchair accessible vehicles, please call United Dispatch at 1-800-281-4466. Information about the Shared Rides Program and other City of Chicago Taxi Cab Fares can be found online at www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/bacp/suppinfo/passengerinformation.html.

57 Residence Inn By Marriott Magnificent Mile 201 E. Walton (312) 943-9800

58 Residence Inn Chicago Downtown River North 410 N. Dearborn St. (312) 494-9301

59 Ritz-Carlton Chicago Hotel 160 E. Pearson St. (312) 266-1000

60 Sax Chicago A Thompson Hotel 333 N. Dearborn (312) 245-0333

61 Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers 301 E. North Water St. (312) 464-1000

62 The Silversmith Hotel Ten S. Wabash Ave. (312) 372-7696

63 Sofitel Chicago Water Tower Hotel 20 E. Chestnut St. (312) 324-4000

64 Springhill Suites Chicago Downtown River North 410 N. Dearborn St. (312) 644-4071

65 Sutton Place Hotel 21 E. Bellevue Pl. (312) 266-2100

66 Swissotel Chicago 323 E. Wacker Dr. (312) 565-0565

67 Talbott Hotel 20 E. Delaware Pl. (312) 944-4970

68 Tremont Hotel 100 E. Chestnut St. (312) 751-1900

69 Trump International Hotel and Tower 401 N. Wabash Ave. (312) 924-7600

70 Union League Club 65 W. Jackson Blvd. (312) 427-7800

71 W Chicago City Center Hotel 172 W. Adams at LaSalle (312) 332-1200

72 W Lake Shore Drive Hotel 644 N. Lake Shore Dr. (312) 943-9200

73 Westin Michigan Avenue Hotel 909 N. Michigan Ave. (312) 943-7200

74 Westin River North Chicago Hotel 320 N. Dearborn (312) 744-1900

75 Whitehall Hotel 105 E. Delaware Pl. (312) 944-6300

76 theWit 201 N. State St. (312) 467-0200

77 Wyndham Blake Chicago 500 S. Dearborn St. (312) 986-1234

78 Wyndham Chicago Hotel 633 St. Clair (312) 573-0300

79 Public Chicago (formerly Ambassador East) 1301 N. State Pkwy. (312) 787-3700

Lakeside South North Grand Center Building Building Concourse

Shuttle Bus Gates 31, 32 Gates 1, 2, 3 Gates 20, 21 Service 33, 34

Metra Train Level 2.5

Taxi Gate 30 Gate 4

Limousine Gate 27

Airport Van Gate 37 Gate 3

Private Gate 26 Charters

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Evening ServiceMonday, November 28 – Thursday, December 1 7:45 p.m. – 10:15 p.m. Service for all hotels from Lakeside Center every 30 minutes at Gate 31. Shuttle Bus Drop-off/Boarding Locations at McCormick Place Convention Center:

Lakeside CenterTo board a bus for the Lakeside Center, look for the blue sign in the bus window. Gate 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Routes 1A & 1B Gate 32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Routes 2 & 3 Gate 33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Route 4 Gate 34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Route 5

South BuildingTo board a bus for the South Building, look for the yellow sign in the bus window. Gate 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Route 5 Gate 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Routes 3 & 4 Gate 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Routes 1A, 1B & 2

North BuildingTo board a bus for the North Building, look for the orange sign in the bus window. Please Note: These routes depart from Gate 31 Lakeside Center for evening service only. Gate 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Routes 7 & 8 Gate 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Route 6

Express Shuttle Bus and Taxi Boarding (R&E) Sunday – Tuesday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

R&E Foundation donors who have contributed $1,500 or more during the current giving year to join the Presidents Circle may receive priority boarding of shuttle buses and taxis during the evening rush hour. Present your donor boarding pass at the R&E Foundation Express Boarding Desk at the Grand Concourse, Level 1, Gate 4. Boarding passes and other Presidents Circle benefits will be available to those who donate at the R&E Foundation Booth.

Shuttle Bus ServiceRSNA provides complimentary shuttle bus service between hotels in the RSNA block and the McCormick Place Convention Center. Before boarding, look for the building location sign on the bus. Coat check services will be available in all buildings. Shuttle buses make multiple stops before reaching the McCormick Place Convention Center. Allow a minimum of 30 – 40 minutes from the hotel to the convention center in case of inclement weather or traffic. Upon check-in at the hotel, please familiarize yourself with the shuttle bus pick-up and drop-off locations or check with the concierge for further assistance.

For hotel shuttle information, special needs transportation or any concerns regarding bus service, please call the RSNA Transportation Office at 1-312-808-2007. During evening hours, Monday – Thursday, please call 1-877-899-0986.

Hours of OperationSaturday, November 26 10:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.; every 30 minutes Service only to/from Lakeside Center (Routes 1 – 5) and North

Building (Routes 6 – 8)

Sunday, November 27 – Thursday, December 2 7:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.; every 15 – 20 minutes 10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; every 30 minutes 4:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.; every 15 – 20 minutes Service to Lakeside Center, North Building and South Building

Friday, December 2 7:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.; every 15 – 20 minutes 10:15 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.; every 30 minutes Service only to/from Lakeside Center (Routes 1 – 5) and North

Building (Routes 6 – 8)

Sunrise Inbound ServiceSunday, November 27 – Friday, December 2 6:30 a.m. – 6:45 a.m. There will be timed departures for those attending early morning

sessions from each hotel. Please see hotel lobby sign for exact departure time.


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Shuttle Bus Route & Boarding Location InformationMap # and Hotel Route # Boarding Point

at HotelBoarding Point at McCormick Place Convention Center

1 Affinia Chicago Hotel 4 At Allerton Hotel, Front Entrance Gate 2/Gate 33

2 Allegro Chicago, A Kimpton Hotel 6 Front Entrance Across Randolph St. Gate 21

3 Allerton Hotel 4 Front Entrance Gate 2/Gate 33

4 Amalfi Hotel Chicago 3 SE Corner of Illinois & State Gate 2/Gate 32

5 Avenue Crowne Plaza 4 At Allerton Hotel, Front Entrance Gate 2/Gate 33

6 Best Western Grant Park Hotel 1B Main Entrance on 11th St. Gate 3/Gate 31

7 Best Western River North Hotel 6 Ohio St. Entrance Gate 21

8 The Blackstone, A Renaissance Hotel

1B At Hilton Chicago, 8th St. Entrance Gate 3/Gate 31

9 Burnham Chicago, A Klimpton Hotel

1A At Palmer House Hilton Hotel Wabash Ave. Entrance

Gate 31/Gate 31

10 Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown 3 At Hilton Garden Inn, Front Entrance Gate 2/Gate 32

11 Congress Plaza Hotel 1B Front Entrance Gate 3/Gate 31

12 Conrad Chicago Hotel 3 NW Corner of Grand Ave. & Rush St. Gate 2/Gate 32

13 Courtyard Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile

5 At Inn of Chicago, St. Clair St. Entrance Gate 1/Gate 34

14 Courtyard Chicago Downtown River North

3 SE Corner of Illinois St. & State St. Gate 2/Gate 32

15 Crowne Plaza Chicago Metro 8 Curbside on Halsted St. at Driveway Gate 20

16 Dana Hotel 7 Front Entrance Gate 20

17 Doubletree Hotel Chicago Magnificent Mile

5 Fairbanks Ct. Entrance Gate 1/Gate 34

18 Drake Hotel 4 At Westin Michigan Ave. Hotel, Front Entrance Across Delaware Pl.

Gate 2/Gate 33

19 Elysian Hotel Chicago 7 Curbside on State at Chestnut St., Heading South

Gate 20

20 Embassy Suites Hotel 3 At Hilton Garden Inn, Front Entrance Gate 2/Gate 32

21 Embassy Suites Lakefront 5 At Sheraton Chicago, Hotel & Towers Front Entrance Across N. Water St.

Gate 1/Gate 34

22 Essex Inn 1B At Hilton Chicago, 8th St. Entrance Gate 3/Gate 31

23 Fairfield Inn & Suites 5 Front Entrance Gate 1/Gate 34

24 Fairmont Hotel Chicago 2 Curbside on Columbus Dr. Gate 3/Gate 32

25 Four Points Hotel by Sheraton 3 NW Corner of Grand Ave. & Rush St. Gate 2/Gate 32

26 Four Seasons Hotel Chicago 4 At Westin Michigan Ave. Hotel, Front Entrance Across Delaware Pl.

Gate 2/Gate 33

27 Hampton Inn & Suites 3 SE Corner of Illinois St.& State St. Gate 2/Gate 32



28 Hampton Majestic 1A At Palmer House Hilton Hotel, Wabash Ave. Entrance

Gate 3/Gate 31

29 Hard Rock Hotel Chicago 2 At Hotel 71, Front Entrance Gate 3/Gate 32

30 Hilton Chicago 1B 8th St. Entrance Gate 3/Gate 31

31 Hilton Garden Inn 3 Front Entrance Gate 2/Gate 32

32 Hilton Suites 4 At Westin Michigan Ave. Hotel, Front Entrance Across Delaware Pl.

Gate 2/Gate 33

33 Holiday Inn & Suites 8 SW Corner of Harrison St. & Canal St. Gate 20

34 Holiday Inn Mart Plaza 6 Curbside on Orleans St., Mart Side Gate 21

35 Homewood Suites by Hilton 3 NW Corner of Grand Ave. & Rush St. Gate 2/Gate 32

36 Hostelling International— Chicago

1B At Congress Plaza Hotel, Front Entrance Gate 3/Gate 31

37 Hotel 71 2 Front Entrance Gate 3/Gate 32

38 Hotel Cass— A Holiday Inn Express

3 At Hilton Garden Inn, Front Entrance Gate 2/Gate 32

39 Hotel Felix 7 At Dana Hotel, Front Entrance Gate 20

40 Hotel Indigo 7 SW Corner of Goethe St. & State St. Gate 20

41 Hyatt Regency Chicago Hotel 2 Curbside on Wacker Dr., East Tower Entrance

Gate 3/Gate 32

42 Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Hotel

Walking Distance/No Service

43 Inn of Chicago 5 St. Clair St. Entrance Gate 1/Gate 34

44 InterContinental Hotel Chicago 3 Illinois St. Entrance Gate 2/Gate 32

45 James Hotel 3 NW Corner of Grand Ave. & Rush St. Gate 2/Gate 32

46 JW Marriott 8 At W Chicago City Center Hotel, Front Entrance

Gate 20

47 Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile

3 NW Corner of Grand Ave. & Rush St. Gate 2/Gate 32

48 Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel 4 At Westin Michigan Ave. Hotel, Front Entrance Across Delaware Pl.

Gate 2/Gate 33

49 Monaco Chicago, A Kimpton Hotel 2 At Hotel 71, Front Entrance Gate 3/Gate 32

50 Omni Chicago Hotel 4 At Allerton Hotel, Front Entrance Gate 2/Gate 33

51 Palmer House Hilton Hotel 1A Wabash Ave. Entrance Gate 3/Gate 31

52 Palomar Chicago, A Kimpton Hotel 3 SE Corner of Illinois St. and State St. Gate 2/Gate 32

53 Park Hyatt Hotel 4 At Westin Michigan Ave. Hotel, Front Entrance Across Delaware Pl.

Gate 2/Gate 33

54 Peninsula Hotel 4 At Allerton Hotel, Front Entrance Gate 2/Gate 33


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55 Raffaello Hotel 4 At Westin Michigan Ave. Hotel, Front Entrance Across Delaware Pl.

Gate 2/Gate 33

56 Renaissance Chicago Hotel 2 Curbside on Wacker Dr. Gate 3/Gate 32

57 Residence Inn by Marriott Magnificent Mile

4 At Westin Michigan Ave. Hotel, Front Entrance Across Delaware Pl.

Gate 2/Gate 33

58 Residence Inn Chicago Downtown River North

6 At Westin River North Hotel, Clark St. Driveway Across Clark St.

Gate 21

59 Ritz-Carlton Chicago Hotel 4 At Westin Michigan Ave. Hotel, Front Entrance Across Delaware Pl.

Gate 2/Gate 33

60 Sax Chicago - A Thompson Hotel 6 At Westin River North Chicago Hotel, Clark St., Direveway Across Clark St.

Gate 21

61 Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers

5 Front Entrance Across North Water St.

Gate 1/Gate 34

62 The Silversmith Hotel 1A At Palmer House Hilton Hotel, Wabash Ave. Entrance

Gate 3/Gate 31

63 Sofitel Chicago Water Tower Hotel

7 Curbside on State at Chestnut St., Heading South

Gate 20

64 Springhill Suites Chicago Downtown River North

6 At Westin River North Hotel, Clark St. Driveway Across Clark St.

Gate 21

65 Sutton Place Hotel 7 Curbside on State at Bellevue Pl., Heading South

Gate 20

66 Swissôtel Chicago 2 At Hyatt Regency Chicago Hotel, Curbside on Wacker Dr., East Tower Entrance

Gate 3/Gate 32

67 Talbott Hotel 7 Curbside on State St. at Chestnut St., Heading South

Gate 20

68 Tremont Hotel 7 Curbside on State St. at Chestnut St., Heading South

Gate 20

69 Trump International Hotel and Tower

2 At Hotel 71, Front Entrance Gate 3/Gate 32

70 Union League Club 1A Front Entrance Gate 3/Gate 31

71 W Chicago City Center Hotel 8 Front Entrance Gate 20

72 W Lake Shore Drive Hotel 4 Front Entrance, Curbside on Lakeshore Dr.

Gate 2/Gate 33

73 Westin Michigan Avenue Hotel 4 Front Entrance Across Delaware Pl. Gate 2/Gate 33

74 Westin River North Chicago Hotel

6 Clark St. Driveway, Across Clark St. Gate 21

75 Whitehall Hotel 4 At Westin Michigan Ave. Hotel, Front Entrance Across Delaware Pl.

Gate 2/Gate 33

76 theWit 2 At Renaissance Chicago Hotel, Curbside on Wacker Dr.

Gate 3/Gate 32

77 Wyndham Blake Hotel 8 Front Entrance Across Dearborn St. Gate 20

78 Wyndham Chicago Hotel 5 At Fairfield Inn & Suites, Front Entrance Gate 1/Gate 34

79 Public Chicago (formerly Ambassador East)

7 SW Corner of Goethe St. & State St. Gate 20

Metra Electric Train SystemRide the Metra Electric Trains for free to/from downtown Chicago stations using the Metra ticket located in your registration wallet. Trains run from downtown stations (Millennium Station, Van Buren/Jackson Street, or Roosevelt Road) to the McCormick Place Conven-tion Center Station in just 7 minutes. Stations are located within walking distance to many hotels.

Station InformationThe McCormick Place Convention Center Station is underground and accessible from the west side of the Grand Concourse, Level 2.5. Look for the Metra Information Desk near the entrance.

The Millennium Station is below ground on Michigan Avenue between South Water and Randolph Streets. Street level access is on Michigan Avenue at the southwest corner at Randolph Street. Access can also be made through the Prudential Building on Randolph Street.

The Van Buren/Jackson Street Station is below ground on Michigan Avenue between Jackson and Van Buren Streets. Street access is on Michigan Avenue at the northeast, northwest and southwest corners at Van Buren Street.

Trains operate from before 6:00 a.m. until past midnight. The schedules listed below reflect peak travel times. Visit http://metrarail.com for a complete train schedule. Added weekday service for RSNA is indicated with an *.

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Parking/Garage Facilities at McCormick Place Convention Center Entrance: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Weekdays Saturday Sunday6:28 a.m. 6:28 a.m. 6:30 a.m.6:50 a.m. 7:15 a.m. 7:00 a.m.7:15 a.m. 7:48 a.m. 8:30 a.m.7:35 a.m. 8:20 a.m. 9:00 a.m.7:48 a.m. 9:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m.8:20 a.m. 9:20 a.m. 11:00 a.m.8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m.* 12:30 p.m.9:15 a.m. 10:20 a.m. 1:00 p.m.9:20 a.m. 10:30 a.m.* 2:30 p.m.9:30 a.m.* 11:15 a.m. 10:20 a.m. 11:30 a.m.* 10:30 a.m.* 12:20 p.m. 11:15 a.m. 11:20 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 12:20 p.m.

TO McCormick Place Convention Center(Departs from Millennium Station)

Weekdays & Saturday Sunday12:51 p.m. 12:17 p.m.1:51 p.m. 12:47 p.m.1:59 p.m. 2:17 p.m.2:51 p.m. 2:47 p.m.3:51 p.m. Every 15 minutes from 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.3:59 p.m. 8:17 p.m. 4:11 pm* 4:48 pm* 4:51 p.m. 5:07 p.m.* 5:16 p.m. 5:26 p.m.* 5:49 p.m. 6:21 p.m. 6:37 p.m. 6:46 p.m. 7:22 p.m. 7:46 p.m. 8:39 p.m. 9:39 p.m.

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Parking/Garage Facilities at McCormick Place Convention CenterThere are no in-and-out privileges. Fees can be paid with VISA, MasterCard or American Express.

For parking at the North and South Buildings, use Lot A—also known as Martin Luther King Self Park/MLK, 2301 S. Prairie Ave. Also available is Lot B, located at 31st Street near Lake Shore Drive.

Lot A is automated and open 24/7. The parking rate is $19 up to 16 hours. After 16 hours, the price is $30/day.

Lot B is open 24/7 and is $14/day.Shuttle service will be available from Lot B to Gate 27 in the South Building.

For parking at the Lakeside Center, use Lot C—also known as Lakeside Garage, Ft. Dearborn Dr. Lot C is open for entry from 5 a.m. until 7 p.m. The parking rate is $19/day.

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Bistro RSNA: The largest variety and best value for lunch!Conveniently located at the back of each of the exhibit hall—including the Lakeside Learning Center—Bistro RSNA provides a place to eat and socialize with colleagues. Attendees and exhibitors can reserve a table or purchase individual meal tickets to be used at any of the four locations. Purchase tickets in advance at RSNA2011.rsna.org or oniste at the Bistro RSNA desk in the Grand Concourse Lobby, Level 3, Saturday – Thursday. At select tables in the Lakeside Learning Center Bistro, expert moderators will be present for open discussions in a number of topics Monday – Wednesday, 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.

Bistro RSNA Dining Hours Sunday - Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. All four locations Thursday, 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Lakeside Learning Center only

RSNA “Green” Initiatives Extend to the Lunch TableOur goal is to offer a wide variety of delicious dining options using the freshest, most wholesome ingredients available while reducing our impact on the environment.

Menu offerings have expanded to include certified organic ingredients and locally farmed proteins, dairy and produce, served in eco-friendly packages. Blue recycling bins have been added throughout the facility so that waste products may be disposed of properly.

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South Building

The Plate Room Food CourtLevel 2.5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. This eclectic food court offers several options to select from: Little

Italy, Pacific Rim, American Grill, The Carvery, Fiesta Brava, Manny’s Deli, Express to Go and a fabulous salad bar. Fuel up before the technical exhibits open with coffee, farm fresh egg creations and baked goods. Open Friday, December 2.

South Coffee Café – Serving Seattle’s BestLevel 2.5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Specialty drinks, lattes and coffee of the day, premium teas, freshly

baked pastries and seasonal specialties. Gourmet salads and sandwiches are available during lunch. Open Friday, December 2.

Starbucks—South ExpressLevel 2.5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. “We Proudly Brew” Express Cart serves coffee of the day and

breakfast pastries. On the Go! gourmet meals, packaged snacks, and fresh fruit are added during lunch.

On the Go! StationsLevel 1, S100 Ballroom Foyer & Level 4, S400 Foyer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. These express stops feature coffee and pastries in the morning and

On the Go! gourmet meals for lunch. Packaged snacks, fresh fruit and cold beverages are also available. Level 4 station is open Friday, December 2.

Café A1 & Café A2Level 3, Exhibit Hall A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Unconventionally good salads and gourmet sandwiches, Little Italy

pizza and subs, and assorted beverages are served with ample seating overlooking the show floor. Coffee, assorted muffins, yogurt and bagels are offered in the morning.

Organic CaféLevel 3, Exhibit Hall A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. A selection of healthy snacks, delicious lunch options and specialty

beverages.

Hours subject to change based on consumer activity.

Grab & Go CafeLevel 3, Exhibit Hall A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Offers freshly brewed coffee, pastries and other snack items for breakfast. For lunch, and throughout the day, serving pre-made sandwiches and salads along with beverages and snacks.

Bistro RSNALevel 3, Exhibit Hall A, south end. . . . . . . . . . 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Bistro RSNA provides a plentiful sit-down meal with a delicious

variety of menu selections, including soup, salads, entree, vegetarian dishes, beverages, and desserts, all for $20.

On the Go! StationsLevel 3, various locations throughout Exhibit Hall A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Portable snacks and beverages including fruit smoothies, specialty

coffee drinks, fresh-squeezed lemonade, assorted sodas, juices, bottled water, ice cream, candy and other treats.

North BuildingConnie’s PizzaLevel 2 Lobby. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Chicago’s own Connie’s Pizza serves Italian favorites including

deep-dish pizza, salads and sandwiches. Open Friday, December 2.

McDonald’s ExpressLevel 2 Lobby. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Golden Arches serving such favorites as the Egg McMuffin and

Big Mac Sandwiches. Open Friday, December 2.


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Starbucks—NorthLevel 3, Grand Concourse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Specialty drinks, lattes and coffee of the day, premium teas, freshly

baked pastries and seasonal specialties.

Starbucks—North ExpressLevel 3, Grand Concourse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. “We Proudly Brew” Express Cart serves coffee of the day and

breakfast pastries. On the Go! gourmet meals, packaged snacks and fresh fruit are added during lunch.

Bistro RSNALevel 3, Exhibit Hall B, north end . . . . . . . . . . 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Bistro RSNA provides a plentiful sit-down meal with a delicious

variety of menu selections, including soup, salads, entree, vege-tarian dishes, beverages, and desserts, all for $20.

On the Go! StationsLevel 3, various locations throughout Exhibit Hall B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Portable snacks and beverages including fruit smoothies, specialty

coffee drinks, fresh-squeezed lemonade, assorted sodas, juices, bottled water, ice cream, candy and other treats..

Lakeside CenterStarbucks—EastLevel 2 Lobby. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Specialty drinks, lattes and coffee of the day, as well as premium

teas, freshly baked pastries and seasonal specialties. Gourmet salads and sandwiches are available. Open Friday, December 2.

Bistro 23Level 2 Lobby. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Coffee of the day and breakfast pastries.

Hours subject to change based on consumer activity. Hours subject to change based on consumer activity.

Bistro RSNA—including topic tablesLevel 2, Lakeside Learning Center, Hall E, northeast corner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Bistro RSNA provides a plentiful sit-down meal with a delicious variety of menu selections, including soup, salads, entree, vegetarian dishes, beverages, and desserts, all for $20.

Lakeside CafeLevel 3, East near Lakeside Terrace . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Unconventionally good salads and gourmet sandwiches, Little Italy

pizza and subs, and a wide variety of beverages are offered. Coffee, assorted muffins, yogurt and bagels are offered in the morning. Open Friday, December 2.

Starbucks Express CartLevel 3, Grand Ballroom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. “We Proudly Brew” Starbucks coffee of the day, served with bakery

fresh pastries, bagels, yogurt and fresh fruit. On the Go! gourmet meals are added for lunch.

Bistro RSNALevel 3, Exhibit Hall D, north end . . . . . . . . . . 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Bistro RSNA provides a plentiful sit-down meal with a delicious

variety of menu selections, including soup, salads, entree, vegetarian dishes, beverages, and desserts, all for $20.

On the Go! StationsLevel 3, Various locations throughout Exhibit Hall D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Portable snacks and beverages including fruit smoothies, specialty

coffee drinks, fresh-squeezed lemonade, assorted sodas, juices, bottled water, ice cream, candy and other treats.



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Hours subject to change based on consumer activity.

Topic

1. ABR: Maintenance of Certification– 7. Interventional Oncology: Lung Diognostic Radiology

2. ABR: Maintenance of Certification– 8. Interventional Radiology: Radiation Oncology Female Pelvis

3. ABR: Maintenance of Certification– 9. Musculoskeletal: Intervention Radiation Physics

4. Breast: Molecular Medicine/ 10. Pediatric Radiology: Molecular Imaging Fetal Imaging

5. Gastrointestinal: 11. Residency Review Committee GI Emerging Techniques

6. Informatics: PACS and RIS Migration

Topic

1. ABR: Maintenance of Certification– 7. Informatics: Structured Diognostic Radiology Reporting/RadLex

2. ABR: Maintenance of Certification– 8. Interventional Oncology: Radiation Oncology Liver/Bone

3. ABR: Maintenance of Certification– 9. Molecular Imaging: Radiologic Physics Cardiovascular Imaging

4. Breast: Emerging Technologies 10. MR: Interventional Update

5. Chest: Lung Nodules/ 11. Neuroradiology: Brain Tumors Lung Cancer

6. Emergency Radiology: 24/7 Coverage

Topic

1. ABR: Maintenance of Certification– 7. Musculoskeletal: Sports Injuries Diognostic Radiology

2. ABR: Maintenance of Certification– 8. Neuroradiology: Stroke Imaging Radiation Oncology

3. ABR: Maintenance of Certification– 9. Physics: CT Dose Reduction Radiologic Physics

4. Cardiac: Heart Failure, 10. Radiation Oncology: Image- Multimodality guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)

5. Genitourinary: 11. Vascular: MR Angiography Abdominal Incidentalomas

6. Informatics: Meaningful Use

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