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With the increasing move to delivery of imaging within the community setting, limited access to in-person radiologist support, and the common delays seen in reporting of routine scans, the role of MRI radiographers in identifying clinically significant pathology is key. Radiographers are uniquely positioned to review images at the time of scanning, contextualise them with the patient’s presentation, and determine whether expedited reporting or urgent medical attention is required to support patient outcomes.
This course will focus on the normal and abnormal scan appearances of the lumbar spine and brain, equipping radiographers to obtain the required images and effectively describe their observations. Additionally, the content will cover the identification of red flag symptoms, there significance and appropriate escalation pathways.
Unable to attend on the day? Don’t worry, all our courses are recorded to view later. Simply book your on-demand place and receive 90 days access from the course date.
Alternative course date: Monday 2 February 2026
Course objectives:
To introduce the concept of PCE and its relevance to professional practice in current day MRI services.
To provide revision of relevant anatomy of the lower spine and brain.
To provide overview of common pathological appearances seen within the lower spine and brain.
To be able to begin to recognise normal from abnormal anatomy on MRI scans of the lower spine and brain, and how best to describe image appearances.
To understand when to escalate images appearances and better inform patient management.
Join experienced reporting radiographers who will share their knowledge and expertise, providing opportunity for delegates to review a selection of cases and discuss decision making.
Cases will be made available and viewable via limited time access to Collective Minds.
For optimal learning experience, delegates are encouraged to participate in a suitably quiet location and preferably via a laptop or tablet, rather than smart phone, to enable fuller interaction with the case review sessions.
Unable to attend on the day? Don’t worry, all our courses are recorded to view later. Simply book your on-demand place and receive 90 days access from the course date.
Accreditation: 6 CPD/CME Credits can be claimed in accordance with the CPD Scheme of The Royal College of Radiologists.
Please Note: All tickets are fixed to a 20% VAT rate.
Group discounts are available: For more information, please email educateenquiries@medica.co.uk
Course programme
9:00 – 9:30 Course introduction and relevance of PCE to MR Radiographers
9:30 – 10:30 MRI Lumbar spine – Bernard Walter
10:30 – 10:45 Coffee break
10:45 – 11:45 Independent viewing via Collective Minds – Lumbar spine – Bernard Walter
11:45 – 12:30 Case review with Q&A – Bernard Walter
Lunch break
13:15 – 14:45 MRI brain – Neil Price
14:45 – 15:00 Afternoon break
15:00 – 16:00 Independent viewing via Collective Minds – Brain – Neil Price
16:00 – 16:45 Case review with Q&A – Neil Price
16:45 – 17:00 Summary and close of day
*Please note that due to clinical considerations or unforeseen changes, the final programme may differ slightly from the version provided at the time of booking.
