Educational Resources

Diagnostic Imaging

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Professional Radiology Associations

These organizations provide standards, education, and resources for radiology professionals and patients.

• American College of Radiology (ACR)
• Leading professional organization for radiologists, offering accreditation, education, and patient resources.
• Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)
• Global authority in radiology, providing research, education, and patient care resources.
• American Board of Radiology (ABR)
• Certifies radiologists and provides information on board certification standards.
• Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR)
• Focuses on minimally invasive, image-guided treatments, with patient and professional resources.

Patient Support and Education

Resources to help patients understand radiology procedures and access support.

• RadiologyInfo.org
• A trusted resource explaining radiology procedures (e.g., MRI, CT, mammograms) in patient-friendly language, provided by ACR and RSNA.
• Dollars for Mammograms
• Local Sarasota-area organization offering no-cost mammograms for women in need.
• RAVE Patient Portal
• Access your medical records, schedule appointments, and communicate with RAVE securely.
• RAVE Patient Resources
• RAVE’s official page with pre-registration forms, billing information, and preparation instructions for procedures.
• National Cancer Institute – Imaging
• Information on imaging techniques for cancer diagnosis, including MRI and CT scans.

MRI-Specific Resources

Educational and procedural information about MRI scans, tailored for patient understanding.

• RadiologyInfo.org – MRI Overview
• Detailed explanation of MRI procedures, including what to expect and how to prepare.
• RAVE Prostate MRI Information
• Information on prostate MRI for detecting cancer or monitoring conditions, offered by RAVE.
• Mayo Clinic – MRI
• Comprehensive guide to MRI scans, including uses, risks, and preparation.
• National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering – MRI
• Explains the science behind MRI and its medical applications.