Elekta Education and Training Courses

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Upgrade Program

Tue, 21 May 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-05-22 to 2012-05-24
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Location:	Cleveland Clinic Gamma Knife Center, Cleveland, OH, United States
Description:	Objective To receive aspects of clinical and technical training for handling new features of Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion, when upgrading from previous models. Training on the dynamic workflow of Leksell GammaPlan includes instruction on using the pre-planning and follow-up features of the program as well as on developing treatment plans using composite shots, dynamic shaping, and inverse-planning options. Content ■ System and workflow overview ■ New approaches to treatment plans ■ New features in Leksell GammaPlan ■ Treatment using Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion ■ QA procedures Training centers and duration 3-day course at Cleveland Clinic Gamma Knife Center, Cleveland, OH, USA All courses are CME accredited. Target group ■ Medical Physicists ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Nurses ■ Others responsible for the operation of Leksell Gamma Knife
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Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Applications Introductory Program

Sun, 26 May 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-05-27 to 2013-05-30
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Location:	Elekta, Stockholm, Sweden
Description:	Objective To make users confident in the operation, care and maintenance of Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion. The course will focus on radiation physics, dosimetry, stereotaxy for Gamma Knife surgery, quality assurance (QA), technical information and treatment planning using Leksell GammaPlan®. Content ■ Principles of stereotaxy and radiosurgery ■ Principles of radiation physics, basic radiobilogy and radiation safety ■ Introduction to and hands-on sessions on Leksell GammaPlan ■ Introduction to and hands-on sessions on Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion ■ Introduction to and hands-on sessions on Extend System ■ Clearance and Emergency procedures ■ Quality Assurance Training center and duration 4-day course at Elekta, Stockholm, Sweden. Target group ■ Medical Physicists ■ Radiation Therapists/Radiographers ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists
Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

XiO-IMRT

Sun, 26 May 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-05-27 to 2013-05-29
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	Objective To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. Duration 3 days
Content:	Beam Placement IMRT Prescription Contouring for IMRT Planning QA of IMRT Plans Optimization Segmentation / Compensation
Target Groups:	Physicists Treatment Planners Dosimetrists
Pre-Requisites:	XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic Understanding of IMRT treatment planning preferred XiO Application Training Course or at least 3-6 months experience using XiO
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

XiO---Application

Sun, 02 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-06-03 to 2013-06-07
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE: To provide applications training in the use of XiO for treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the software enabling the user to efficiently create effective treatment plans using our product. DURATION: 5-days in-house training
Content:	IMRT Overview Digitized Contour-based Planning 2D Irregular Field Planning Structure Contouring Brachytherapy (Prostate and GYN) Plan Evaluation 3D External Beam Planning Special Planning Techniques
Target Groups:	Physicists Treatment Planners Dosimetrists
Pre-Requisites:	3D Treatment Planning Experience preferred XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

XiO - Physics

Sun, 02 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-06-03 to 2013-06-07
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Location:	St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide information in regards to data acquisition requirements for the XiO Treatment Planning system, as well as training on using the beam modeling tools available in XiO. In addition, basic applications training in treament planning will be provided. DURATION 5 day in-house training
Content:	Monitor Unit calculations 3D External Beam Treatment Planning Data Acquisition Requirements Wedge Modeling tools Structure Contouring IMRT Overview/QA Tools Introduction to Beam Modeling tools Introduction to Dose Calculation Algorithms
Target Groups:	Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	3D Treatment Planning experience Some beam data collection experience XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

VMAT and IGRT Practical Implementation into the Clinic

Sun, 02 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-06-03 to 2013-06-04
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Location:	Swedish Cancer Center Seattle Prostate , United States
Description:	This is a one and a half day Course for Radiation Oncologists, Medical Physicists, Dosimetrists and Nurses interested in Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT). The program will include such topics as defining the target volumes; clinical implementation; billing issues; quality assurance; hypofractionated stereotactic radiotherapy protocols; and patient education. In addition to the didactic sessions, the course will include an onsite demonstration in real time of the CBCT technology. Each participant will receive a detailed manual which will provide additional information for each member of your team and a CD of the PowerPoint slide presentations. Upon completion of this training Course participants will be able to address target volumes for IGRT; billing, coding and reimbursement issues; practical aspects of setting up an image-guided radiotherapy program; the role of IGRT in the treatment of various tumor types; and research results. Day One 7:30 am – 5:00 pm • Workflow Considerations for the Clinic • Technical Aspects of IGRT Linear Accelerator with CBCT • Physics, Commissioning, and Quality Assuranc Cone Beam CT • Defining Target Volumes for IMRT and IGRT • IGRT Therapist Education and Training • Utilizing Active Breathing Coordinator • Body Stereotactic Radiosurgery • Introduction to VMAT: Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy • Treatment Planning and Delivery of VMAT • VMAT Clinical Utility Day Two 7:30 am – 12:00 noon • Live CBCT Patient Demonstration • IGRT for Different Sites: Rationale and Experience • Adaptive Radiotherapy • Coding/Billing Reimbursement for IGRT • Patient Education Materials • Future of Radiotherapy (IMRT, IGRT, IMAT) Accreditation: This CME activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint sponsorship of The Institute for Medical Studies (IMS) and Seattle Prostate Institute. IMS is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Credits: IMS designates this educational activity for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Contact E-Mail:	dana.johnson@elekta.com

MOSAIQ Reporting Introduction

Sun, 02 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-06-03 to 2013-06-04
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Location:	Henderson, Nevada, United States
Description:	During this two-day workshop, participants will develop data management, retrieval, and report writing skills for analysis of departmental performance and quality outcomes. Participants will learn how to generate reports using Crystal Reports and the MOSAIQ Data Dictionary. Course Objectives: • Identify how MOSAIQ uses Crystal Reports • Compare reports within MOSAIQ from those within Crystal Reports • Create reports within the MOSAIQ Report Navigator and Crystal Reports • Configure Crystal Reports software for optimum use with MOSAIQ • Use the MOSAIQ Data Dictionary • Explain the MOSAIQ database • Explain characteristics of a relational database • Recognize database table indexes • Describe components for effective report writing • Explain the report layout within Crystal Reports • Differentiate various field types • Differentiate tables from fields and fields from formulas • Browse for field data • Add a database table and make simple links between tables • Edit field labels and modify field size • Modify field placement within the report • Use Select Expert • Create parameters • Sort and Group data • Utilize advanced formatting techniques • Understand common Crystal Reports error messages
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Contact E-Mail:	amy.schaffer@elekta.com

MOSAIQ Reporting Intermediate

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-06-05 to 2013-06-06
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Location:	Henderson, Nevada, United States
Description:	During this two-day workshop, participants will develop skills they gained through MOSAIQ Reporting Introduction, learn report maintenance and configuration techniques, and work on their own reporting projects with the Elekta instructor’s assistance. OBJECTIVES: • Modify embedded MOSAIQ Oncology Management reports • Port modified embedded reports to a different database version • Port custom reports to a different database version • Configure custom reports to run from the MOSAIQ Report Navigator • Explain report design requirements • Translate design requirements to Crystal Reports functions • Design reports to user specifications
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Contact E-Mail:	amy.schaffer@elekta.com

MOSAIQ Reporting Advanced

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-06-07 to 2013-06-07
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Location:	Henderson, Nevada, United States
Description:	During this one-day hands-on course, participants will build on skills they gained throughMOSAIQ Reporting – Introduction and Intermediate courses to learn advanced techniques for reporting against MOSAIQ Assessment (eVAL) data. Course Objectives: Review MOSAIQ Observation Definition Configuration (Chart Builder) Evaluate reporting considerations when configuring Observation Definitions Translate Observation Definitions to underlying database tables Report individual Observations (e.g., Ht, Wt, BSA, etc.) Report groups of Observations (e.g., Assessment Views) Develop advanced reporting techniques including: multiple database table aliases, subreports, variables, etc.
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Contact E-Mail:	amy.schaffer@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-06-10 to 2013-06-14
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training (Accredited by ASRT and MDCB)
Content:	QA tools for IMRT Plans Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning Segmentation Plan Review IMRT Cost Functions Optimization
Target Groups:	Dosimetrists Physicists Treatment Planners
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-06-10 to 2013-06-14
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Location:	St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training
Content:	IMRT Cost Functions Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription Plan Review QA tools for IMRT Plans Optimization Segmentation Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning
Target Groups:	Dosimetrists Physicists Treatment Planners
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

IMRT / VMAT

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-06-13 to 2013-06-14
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Location:	Mannheim, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide clinical understanding of the processes required to implement IMRT/ VMAT treatment on Elekta’s linear accelerators. COURSE CONTENT · Introduction to IMRT / VMAT – clinical experience and benefits · Commissioning the linear accelerator and treatment planning system for IMRT/VMAT · Acquisition of beam data · Dosimetry and stability of beam segments of small MU and dimensions · Methods to establish the appropriate margins for IMRT/VMAT · Inverse planning methods for prostate, breast and head and neck IMRT/VMAT · QA tools for IMRT/VMAT delivery · Demonstrations performed on Elekta linear accelerators DURATION 2 days TARGET GROUP · Physicists · Dosimetrist · Radiation Oncologists · Radiation Therapists · Radiographers
Contact E-Mail:	info.oncologyeducation@elekta.com

XiO-IMRT

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-06-17 to 2013-06-19
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	Objective To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. Duration 3 days
Content:	IMRT Prescription Contouring for IMRT Planning Beam Placement Segmentation / Compensation QA of IMRT Plans Optimization
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Dosimetrists Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	Understanding of IMRT treatment planning preferred XiO Application Training Course or at least 3-6 months experience using XiO XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

SRT

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-06-17 to 2013-06-18
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Location:	Würzburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE This advanced clinical training program is designed to present the processes required to implement SRT for routine treatment on Elekta Axesse™ and other Elekta linear accelerators sterotactic capabilities. COURSE CONTENT • Recognize indications for and outcomes of SRT/Radiosurgery • Understand dose selection, fractionation and planning techniques • Become familiar with Imaging requirements (pre/post treatment) • Practice set up and verification • Observe and discuss delivery of SRT/Radiosurgery • Discover the tools and choosing the right approach • Increase confidence to implement SRS/SRT into routine clinical practice DURATION 2 days TARGET GROUP · Physicists · Dosimetrist · Neurosurgeons · Radiation Oncologists · Radiation Therapists · Radiographers PREREQUISITES A solid understanding of oncology and extensive experience of delivering image-guided RT
Contact E-Mail:	info.oncologyeducation@elekta.com

XiO IMRT - Application and Physics

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-06-18 to 2013-06-21
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Location:	Sydney, Australia
Description:	OBJECTIVE - APPLICATION TRAINING To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. OBJECTIVES - PHYSICS TRAINING To provide IMRT specific data collection requirement and training on the IMRT specific beam modeling tools. DURATION - APPLICATION TRAINING 3 day in-house training DURATION - PHYSICS TRAINING 4 days in-house training (3 day application training + 1 day physics training)
Content:	The IMRT Prescription Contouring for IMRT Planning Beam Placement Optimization Segmentation/Compensation QA of IMRT Plans Data Acquisition Requirements for IMRT Beam Modeling
Target Groups:	Physicists Dosimetrist Treatment Planners
Pre-Requisites:	XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic Understanding of IMRT treatment planning preferred XiO Application Training Course or at least 3-6 months experience using XiO
Contact E-Mail:	David.Ly@elekta.com

IGRT

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-06-21 to 2013-06-22
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Location:	Amsterdam, Netherlands
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide clinical understanding of the use of 4D image guided radiation therapy and give practical guidelines in the use of Elekta Synergy®. COURSE CONTENT · Introduction to IGRT – clinical experience and benefits · General clinical workflows · Image acquisition – calibration and basic QA · Data communications (TP-XVI) · Image registration · Set-up deviation handling – decision rule – table correction · Protocol – correction of error · Practical workflows (on/off-line) · Lectures on different clinical indications (pelvis, lung, head &neck and breast) · Practical hands-on sessions i.e. TP XVI, QA and treatment DURATION 2 days TARGET GROUP · Physicists · Dosimetrist · Radiation Oncologists · Radiation Therapists · Radiographers
Contact E-Mail:	info.oncologyeducation@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Upgrade Program

Sun, 23 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-06-24 to 2013-06-26
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Location:	Washington Hospital Healthcare System, CA, United States
Description:	Objective To receive aspects of clinical and technical training for handling new features of Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion, when upgrading from previous models. Training on the dynamic workflow of Leksell GammaPlan includes instruction on using the pre-planning and follow-up features of the program as well as on developing treatment plans using composite shots, dynamic shaping, and inverse-planning options. Content ■ System and workflow overview ■ New approaches to treatment plans ■ New features in Leksell GammaPlan ■ Treatment using Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion ■ QA procedures Training centers and duration 3-day course at Washington Hospital Healthcare System, CA,USA (CME accredited. Target group ■ Medical Physicists ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Nurses ■ Others responsible for the operation of Leksell Gamma Knife
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Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

XiO---Application

Sun, 23 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-06-24 to 2013-06-28
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE: To provide applications training in the use of XiO for treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the software enabling the user to efficiently create effective treatment plans using our product. DURATION: 5-days in-house training
Content:	Special Planning Techniques Digitized Contour-based Planning 2D Irregular Field Planning IMRT Overview Plan Evaluation 3D External Beam Planning Structure Contouring Brachytherapy (Prostate and GYN)
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Dosimetrists Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic 3D Treatment Planning Experience preferred
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

XiO - Physics

Sun, 23 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-06-24 to 2013-06-28
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Location:	Sydney, Australia
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide information in regards to data acquisition requirements for the XiO Treatment Planning system, as well as training on using the beam modeling tools available in XiO. In addition, basic applications training in treatment planning will be provided. DURATION 5 days
Content:	IMRT Overview/QA Tools 3D External Beam Treatment Planning Data Acquisition Requirements Structure Contouring Wedge Modeling tools Monitor Unit calculations Introduction to Dose Calculation Algorithms Introduction to Beam Modeling tools
Target Groups:	Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	3D Treatment Planning experience Some beam data collection experience XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	David.Ly@elekta.com

XiO IMRT - Application and Physics

Mon, 24 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-06-25 to 2013-06-28
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Location:	St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE - APPLICATION TRAINING To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. OBJECTIVES - PHYSICS TRAINING To provide IMRT specific data collection requirement and training on the IMRT specific beam modeling tools. DURATION - APPLICATION TRAINING 3 day in-house training DURATION - PHYSICS TRAINING 4 days in-house training (3 day application training + 1 day physics training)
Content:	Beam Placement The IMRT Prescription Contouring for IMRT Planning Optimization Segmentation/Compensation QA of IMRT Plans Data Acquisition Requirements for IMRT Beam Modeling
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Physicists Dosimetrist
Pre-Requisites:	XiO Application Training Course or at least 3-6 months experience using XiO XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic Understanding of IMRT treatment planning preferred
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 30 Jun 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-07-01 to 2013-07-05
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training (Accredited by ASRT and MDCB)
Content:	Optimization Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription QA tools for IMRT Plans Plan Review IMRT Cost Functions Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning Segmentation
Target Groups:	Physicists Treatment Planners Dosimetrists
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion / 4C - Introductory Program

Sun, 07 Jul 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-07-08 to 2013-07-12
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Location:	University of Pittsburgh, Center for Image-Guided Neurosurgery, United States
Description:	Objective To obtain knowledge about the practical aspects of stereotactic radiosurgery using Leksell Gamma Knife. Principles of radiation physics and radiobiology, that apply to single-session, focused, small volume irradiation will be covered. Registrants should be able to create radiosurgery dose plans for brain tumors, vascular malformations and trigeminal neuralgia. Content ■ Principles and practice of stereotaxy and radiosurgery ■ Principles of frame application ■ Patient selection and teaching cases ■ Clinical program with lectures covering established indications for Gamma Knife surgery ■ Observation of patient treatments ■ Medical physics, basic radiobiology and radiation safety ■ Hands-on sessions with relevant version of Leksell GammaPlan® ■ Hands-on sessions with relevant Leksell Gamma Knife model Training center and duration 5-day course at University of Pittsburgh, Center for Image-Guided Neurosurgery, PA, USA. Find information regarding CME Credits on http://www.neurosurgery.pitt.edu/training/gamma_knife.html#cme. Target group ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Medical Physicists ■ Otologists ■ Nurses ■ Other clinical neuroscience providers
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Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

XiO-IMRT

Sun, 07 Jul 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-07-08 to 2013-07-10
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	Objective To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. Duration 3 days
Content:	Contouring for IMRT Planning Beam Placement IMRT Prescription Optimization Segmentation / Compensation QA of IMRT Plans
Target Groups:	Dosimetrists Physicists Treatment Planners
Pre-Requisites:	XiO Application Training Course or at least 3-6 months experience using XiO XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic Understanding of IMRT treatment planning preferred
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

XiO - Application

Sun, 07 Jul 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-07-08 to 2013-07-12
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Location:	Tampa, Florida, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE: To provide applications training in the use of XiO for treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the software enabling the user to efficiently create effective treatment plans using our product. DURATION: 5-days in-house training
Content:	3D External Beam Planning Digitized Contour-based Planning 2D Irregular Field Planning Plan Evaluation IMRT Overview Special Planning Techniques Brachytherapy (Prostate and GYN) Structure Contouring
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Dosimetrists Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	3D Treatment Planning Experience preferred XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Upgrade Program

Mon, 08 Jul 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-07-09 to 2013-07-11
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Location:	University of Pittsburgh, Center for Image-Guided Neurosurgery, United States
Description:	Objective To receive aspects of clinical and technical training for handling new features of Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion, when upgrading from previous models. Training on the dynamic workflow of Leksell GammaPlan includes instruction on using the pre-planning and follow-up features of the program as well as on developing treatment plans using composite shots, dynamic shaping, and inverse-planning options. Content ■ System and workflow overview ■ New approaches to treatment plans ■ New features in Leksell GammaPlan ■ Treatment using Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion ■ QA procedures Training centers and duration 3-day course at University of Pittsburgh, Center for Image-Guided Neurosurgery, PA, USA. Find information regarding CME Credits on http://www.neurosurgery.pitt.edu/training/gamma_knife.html#cme. Target group ■ Medical Physicists ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Nurses ■ Others responsible for the operation of Leksell Gamma Knife
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Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

XiO---Application

Sun, 14 Jul 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-07-15 to 2013-07-19
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE: To provide applications training in the use of XiO for treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the software enabling the user to efficiently create effective treatment plans using our product. DURATION: 5-days in-house training
Content:	Brachytherapy (Prostate and GYN) Digitized Contour-based Planning 2D Irregular Field Planning Special Planning Techniques 3D External Beam Planning Structure Contouring IMRT Overview Plan Evaluation
Target Groups:	Dosimetrists Physicists Treatment Planners
Pre-Requisites:	3D Treatment Planning Experience preferred XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

ERGO++

Sun, 14 Jul 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-07-15 to 2013-07-19
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Location:	Tampa, Florida, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in the use of Ergo++ for treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the software enabling the user to efficiently create effective treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 day in-house training
Content:	VMAT approach for planning with Elekta Database Managing Image Processing (Contouring, Image Fusion) Stereotactic Calibration & QA Static and Dynamic AMOA/IMRT planning DICOM RT Import & Export Plan Summation and Comparison Static and Dynamic Conformal planning Planning with Stereotactic Cones & Managing Cone Dosimetric Data
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Dosimetrists Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	Applicable licenses activated Ergo Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic 3D Treatment Planning Experience preferred
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 14 Jul 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-07-15 to 2013-07-19
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Location:	Sydney, Australia
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training
Content:	IMRT Cost Functions Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription Plan Review QA tools for IMRT Plans Optimization Segmentation Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning
Target Groups:	Dosimetrists Physicists Treatment Planners
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	David.Ly@elekta.com

MOSAIQ Under-the-Hood

Wed, 17 Jul 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-07-18 to 2013-07-19
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Location:	Atlanta, GA, United States
Description:	Course Description: During this course, participants will learn about the hardware and software components of MOSAIQ for Medical and Radiation Oncology. Our new revised training curriculum will offer attendees an opportunity to see firsthand the nuances of the treatment machine and other hardware and software supporting patient treatement. Additionally, training attendees will learn basic troubleshooting skills to support MOSAIQ. Objectives: Identify the MOSAIQ Oncology Management modules used by your institution. Describe the directory structure for the MOSAIQ Oncology Management System files. Discuss network configurations and user rights across networks for MOSAIQ users. Discuss data integrity with the significance of patient data daily backups and testing of those backups. Define the database engine used to run the MOSAIQ Oncology Management System. Utilize the Elekta Linac and Sequencer to gain hands on experience with troubleshooting and connectivity issues.
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Contact E-Mail:	amy.schaffer@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 21 Jul 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-07-22 to 2013-07-26
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training (Accredited by ASRT and MDCB)
Content:	Segmentation Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription Optimization IMRT Cost Functions Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning QA tools for IMRT Plans Plan Review
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Dosimetrists Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 21 Jul 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-07-22 to 2013-07-26
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Location:	Tampa, FLorida, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training
Content:	IMRT Cost Functions Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription Plan Review QA tools for IMRT Plans Optimization Segmentation Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning
Target Groups:	Dosimetrists Physicists Treatment Planners
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

XiO-IMRT

Sun, 28 Jul 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-07-29 to 2013-07-31
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	Objective To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. Duration 3 days
Content:	Beam Placement IMRT Prescription Contouring for IMRT Planning QA of IMRT Plans Optimization Segmentation / Compensation
Target Groups:	Physicists Treatment Planners Dosimetrists
Pre-Requisites:	XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic Understanding of IMRT treatment planning preferred XiO Application Training Course or at least 3-6 months experience using XiO
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

XiO---Application

Sun, 04 Aug 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-08-05 to 2013-08-09
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE: To provide applications training in the use of XiO for treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the software enabling the user to efficiently create effective treatment plans using our product. DURATION: 5-days in-house training
Content:	Plan Evaluation Digitized Contour-based Planning 2D Irregular Field Planning Brachytherapy (Prostate and GYN) Structure Contouring IMRT Overview Special Planning Techniques 3D External Beam Planning
Target Groups:	Physicists Treatment Planners Dosimetrists
Pre-Requisites:	XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic 3D Treatment Planning Experience preferred
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 11 Aug 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-08-12 to 2013-08-16
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training (Accredited by ASRT and MDCB)
Content:	Plan Review Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription Segmentation Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning QA tools for IMRT Plans Optimization IMRT Cost Functions
Target Groups:	Dosimetrists Physicists Treatment Planners
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

XiO IMRT - Application and Physics

Mon, 12 Aug 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-08-13 to 2013-08-16
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Location:	Tampa, Florida, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE - APPLICATION TRAINING To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. OBJECTIVES - PHYSICS TRAINING To provide IMRT specific data collection requirement and training on the IMRT specific beam modeling tools. DURATION - APPLICATION TRAINING 3 day in-house training DURATION - PHYSICS TRAINING 4 days in-house training (3 day application training + 1 day physics training)
Content:	Beam Placement The IMRT Prescription Contouring for IMRT Planning Optimization Segmentation/Compensation QA of IMRT Plans Data Acquisition Requirements for IMRT Beam Modeling
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Physicists Dosimetrist
Pre-Requisites:	XiO Application Training Course or at least 3-6 months experience using XiO XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic Understanding of IMRT treatment planning preferred
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Introductory Program

Sun, 18 Aug 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-08-19 to 2013-08-23
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Location:	Cleveland Clinic Gamma Knife Center, Cleveland, OH, United States
Description:	Objective To identify the basic principles and biophysics of Gamma Knife surgery and how they apply to day-to-day patient treatment. Review the clinical indications, parameters of treatment and outcomes of Gamma Knife surgery. Recognize radiation safety issues and principles, as well as become familiar with emergency procedures that pertain to Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion. Content ■ Principles and practice of stereotaxy and radiosurgery ■ Principles of frame application ■ Patient selection and teaching cases ■ Clinical program with lectures covering established indications for Gamma Knife surgery ■ Observation of patient treatments ■ Hands-on sessions with Leksell GammaPlan® ■ Hands-on sessions with Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion Training center and duration 5-day course at Cleveland Clinic Gamma Knife Center, Cleveland, OH, USA (CME accredited). Target group ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Neuro-Otolaryngolists ■ Medical Physicists ■ Neuroradiologists
Registration page:	Click to get to Registration page
Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

XiO-IMRT

Sun, 18 Aug 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-08-19 to 2013-08-21
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	Objective To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. Duration 3 days
Content:	IMRT Prescription Contouring for IMRT Planning Beam Placement Segmentation / Compensation QA of IMRT Plans Optimization
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Dosimetrists Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	Understanding of IMRT treatment planning preferred XiO Application Training Course or at least 3-6 months experience using XiO XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

XiO-IMRT

Sun, 18 Aug 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-08-19 to 2013-08-21
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	Objective To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. Duration 3 days
Content:	IMRT Prescription Contouring for IMRT Planning Beam Placement Segmentation / Compensation QA of IMRT Plans Optimization
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Dosimetrists Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	Understanding of IMRT treatment planning preferred XiO Application Training Course or at least 3-6 months experience using XiO XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

XiO - Physics

Sun, 18 Aug 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-08-19 to 2013-08-23
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Location:	St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide information in regards to data acquisition requirements for the XiO Treatment Planning system, as well as training on using the beam modeling tools available in XiO. In addition, basic applications training in treament planning will be provided. DURATION 5 day in-house training
Content:	Monitor Unit calculations 3D External Beam Treatment Planning Data Acquisition Requirements Wedge Modeling tools Structure Contouring IMRT Overview/QA Tools Introduction to Beam Modeling tools Introduction to Dose Calculation Algorithms
Target Groups:	Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	3D Treatment Planning experience Some beam data collection experience XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Upgrade Program

Tue, 20 Aug 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-08-21 to 2013-08-23
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Location:	Cleveland Clinic Gamma Knife Center, Cleveland, OH, United States
Description:	Objective To receive aspects of clinical and technical training for handling new features of Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion, when upgrading from previous models. Training on the dynamic workflow of Leksell GammaPlan includes instruction on using the pre-planning and follow-up features of the program as well as on developing treatment plans using composite shots, dynamic shaping, and inverse-planning options. Content ■ System and workflow overview ■ New approaches to treatment plans ■ New features in Leksell GammaPlan ■ Treatment using Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion ■ QA procedures Training centers and duration 3-day course at Cleveland Clinic Gamma Knife Center, Cleveland, OH, USA All courses are CME accredited. Target group ■ Medical Physicists ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Nurses ■ Others responsible for the operation of Leksell Gamma Knife
Registration page:	Click to get to Registration page
Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

XiO---Application

Sun, 25 Aug 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-08-26 to 2013-08-30
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE: To provide applications training in the use of XiO for treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the software enabling the user to efficiently create effective treatment plans using our product. DURATION: 5-days in-house training
Content:	3D External Beam Planning Digitized Contour-based Planning 2D Irregular Field Planning Plan Evaluation IMRT Overview Special Planning Techniques Brachytherapy (Prostate and GYN) Structure Contouring
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Dosimetrists Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	3D Treatment Planning Experience preferred XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 25 Aug 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-08-26 to 2013-08-30
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Location:	Tampa, FLorida, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training
Content:	IMRT Cost Functions Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription Plan Review QA tools for IMRT Plans Optimization Segmentation Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning
Target Groups:	Dosimetrists Physicists Treatment Planners
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 01 Sep 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-09-02 to 2013-09-06
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training (Accredited by ASRT and MDCB)
Content:	Plan Review Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription Segmentation Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning QA tools for IMRT Plans Optimization IMRT Cost Functions
Target Groups:	Dosimetrists Physicists Treatment Planners
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

(Fully booked/Closed) - Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Applications Introductory Program

Sun, 01 Sep 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-09-02 to 2013-09-05
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Location:	Elekta, Stockholm, Sweden
Description:	Objective To make users confident in the operation, care and maintenance of Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion. The course will focus on radiation physics, dosimetry, stereotaxy for Gamma Knife surgery, quality assurance (QA), technical information and treatment planning using Leksell GammaPlan®. Content ■ Principles of stereotaxy and radiosurgery ■ Principles of radiation physics, basic radiobilogy and radiation safety ■ Introduction to and hands-on sessions on Leksell GammaPlan ■ Introduction to and hands-on sessions on Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion ■ Introduction to and hands-on sessions on Extend System ■ Clearance and Emergency procedures ■ Quality Assurance Training center and duration 4-day course at Elekta, Stockholm, Sweden. Target group ■ Medical Physicists ■ Radiation Therapists/Radiographers ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists
Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion Advanced Program for Stereotactic Radiosurgery

Sun, 08 Sep 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-09-09 to 2013-09-11
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Location:	University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
Description:	Objective To further enhance the participant’s knowledge of Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion and its advanced applications in the field of stereotactic radiosurgery. Specific focus will be placed on Gamma Knife surgery with or without the Extend System for several different indications. Patient selection, radiosurgical techniques and complication avoidance as well as management will be highlighted. In addition, the course will cover aspects of operation, safety, indications, and outcomes for perfexion based radiosurgery. Content This course emphasizes the operation, indications, and outcomes of Gamma Knife surgery ■ Frame placement ■ Neuro-imaging ■ Changes between Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion and previous models: · Pertinent NRC Regulations · Patient Positioning system · Control System · Physician Workflow ■ Practical hands-on with Leksell GammaPlan ■ Indications for Gamma Knife surgery ■ Multisession radiosurgery with the Extend System ■ Outcomes for Gamma Knife surgery ■ Avoidance and Management of Gamma Knife Surgery complications ■ Radiation safety Training centers and duration 3-day course at University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA (CME accredited). Target group ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Medical Physicists ■ Otolaryngologists ■ Neuro-Oncologists ■ Medical Oncologists Pre-requisite 6 months experience in stereotactic radiosurgery.
Registration page:	Click to get to Registration page
Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

XiO - Application

Sun, 08 Sep 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-09-09 to 2013-09-13
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Location:	Tampa, Florida, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE: To provide applications training in the use of XiO for treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the software enabling the user to efficiently create effective treatment plans using our product. DURATION: 5-days in-house training
Content:	3D External Beam Planning Digitized Contour-based Planning 2D Irregular Field Planning Plan Evaluation IMRT Overview Special Planning Techniques Brachytherapy (Prostate and GYN) Structure Contouring
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Dosimetrists Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	3D Treatment Planning Experience preferred XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion / 4C - Introductory Program

Sun, 15 Sep 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-09-16 to 2013-09-20
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Location:	University of Pittsburgh, Center for Image-Guided Neurosurgery, United States
Description:	Objective To obtain knowledge about the practical aspects of stereotactic radiosurgery using Leksell Gamma Knife. Principles of radiation physics and radiobiology, that apply to single-session, focused, small volume irradiation will be covered. Registrants should be able to create radiosurgery dose plans for brain tumors, vascular malformations and trigeminal neuralgia. Content ■ Principles and practice of stereotaxy and radiosurgery ■ Principles of frame application ■ Patient selection and teaching cases ■ Clinical program with lectures covering established indications for Gamma Knife surgery ■ Observation of patient treatments ■ Medical physics, basic radiobiology and radiation safety ■ Hands-on sessions with relevant version of Leksell GammaPlan® ■ Hands-on sessions with relevant Leksell Gamma Knife model Training center and duration 5-day course at University of Pittsburgh, Center for Image-Guided Neurosurgery, PA, USA. Find information regarding CME Credits on http://www.neurosurgery.pitt.edu/training/gamma_knife.html#cme. Target group ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Medical Physicists ■ Otologists ■ Nurses ■ Other clinical neuroscience providers
Registration page:	Click to get to Registration page
Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

XiO---Application

Sun, 15 Sep 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-09-16 to 2013-09-20
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE: To provide applications training in the use of XiO for treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the software enabling the user to efficiently create effective treatment plans using our product. DURATION: 5-days in-house training
Content:	Structure Contouring Digitized Contour-based Planning 2D Irregular Field Planning 3D External Beam Planning Special Planning Techniques Brachytherapy (Prostate and GYN) Plan Evaluation IMRT Overview
Target Groups:	Dosimetrists Physicists Treatment Planners
Pre-Requisites:	XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic 3D Treatment Planning Experience preferred
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 15 Sep 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-09-16 to 2013-09-20
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Location:	St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training
Content:	IMRT Cost Functions Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription Plan Review QA tools for IMRT Plans Optimization Segmentation Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning
Target Groups:	Dosimetrists Physicists Treatment Planners
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Upgrade Program

Mon, 16 Sep 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-09-17 to 2013-09-19
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Location:	University of Pittsburgh, Center for Image-Guided Neurosurgery, United States
Description:	Objective To receive aspects of clinical and technical training for handling new features of Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion, when upgrading from previous models. Training on the dynamic workflow of Leksell GammaPlan includes instruction on using the pre-planning and follow-up features of the program as well as on developing treatment plans using composite shots, dynamic shaping, and inverse-planning options. Content ■ System and workflow overview ■ New approaches to treatment plans ■ New features in Leksell GammaPlan ■ Treatment using Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion ■ QA procedures Training centers and duration 3-day course at University of Pittsburgh, Center for Image-Guided Neurosurgery, PA, USA. Find information regarding CME Credits on http://www.neurosurgery.pitt.edu/training/gamma_knife.html#cme. Target group ■ Medical Physicists ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Nurses ■ Others responsible for the operation of Leksell Gamma Knife
Registration page:	Click to get to Registration page
Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

MOSAIQ-Reporting-Introduction

Mon, 16 Sep 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-09-17 to 2013-09-18
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Location:	Atlanta, GA, United States
Description:	During this two-day workshop, participants will develop data management, retrieval, and report writing skills for analysis of departmental performance and quality outcomes. Participants will learn how to generate reports using Crystal Reports and the MOSAIQ Data Dictionary. Course Objectives: • Identify how MOSAIQ uses Crystal Reports • Compare reports within MOSAIQ from those within Crystal Reports • Create reports within the MOSAIQ Report Navigator and Crystal Reports • Configure Crystal Reports software for optimum use with MOSAIQ • Use the MOSAIQ Data Dictionary • Explain the MOSAIQ database • Explain characteristics of a relational database • Recognize database table indexes • Describe components for effective report writing • Explain the report layout within Crystal Reports • Differentiate various field types • Differentiate tables from fields and fields from formulas • Browse for field data • Add a database table and make simple links between tables • Edit field labels and modify field size • Modify field placement within the report • Use Select Expert • Create parameters • Sort and Group data • Utilize advanced formatting techniques • Understand common Crystal Reports error messages REGISTRATION DETAILS COMING SOON!!
Target Groups:	Data Administration Staff
Contact E-Mail:	amy.schaffer@elekta.com

SBRT

Wed, 18 Sep 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-09-19 to 2013-09-20
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Location:	Wake Forest, North Carolina, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE This advanced clinical training program is designed to present the processes required to implement SRT for routine treatment on Elekta Axesse™ and other Elekta linear accelerators sterotactic capabilities. COURSE CONTENT • Recognize indications for and outcomes of SRT/Radiosurgery • Understand dose selection, fractionation and planning techniques • Become familiar with Imaging requirements (pre/post treatment) • Practice set up and verification • Observe and discuss delivery of SRT/Radiosurgery • Discover the tools and choosing the right approach • Increase confidence to implement SRS/SRT into routine clinical practice DURATION 2 days TARGET GROUP · Physicists · Dosimetrist · Neurosurgeons · Radiation Oncologists · Radiation Therapists · Radiographers PREREQUISITES A solid understanding of oncology and extensive experience of delivering image-guided RT
Contact E-Mail:	info.oncologyeducation@elekta.com

MOSAIQ-Reporting---Intermediate

Wed, 18 Sep 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-09-19 to 2013-09-19
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Location:	Atlanta, GA, United States
Description:	During this one-day course, participants will develop skills they gained through MOSAIQ Reporting Introduction; learn report maintenance and configuration techniques. Course Objectives: · Modify embedded MOSAIQ Oncology Management reports · Port modified embedded reports to a different database version · Port custom reports to a different database version · Configure custom reports to run from the MOSAIQ Report Navigator · Explain report design requirements · Translate design requirements to Crystal Reports functions REGISTRATION DETAILS COMING SOON!!
Target Groups:	Data Administration Staff
Pre-Requisites:	MOSAIQ® Reporting Introduction
Contact E-Mail:	amy.schaffer@elekta.com

MOSAIQ-Reporting---Advanced

Thu, 19 Sep 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-09-20 to 2013-09-20
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Location:	Atlanta, GA, United States
Description:	During this one-day hands-on course, participants will build on skills they gained through MOSAIQ Reporting – Introduction and Intermediate courses to learn advanced techniques for reporting against MOSAIQ Assessment (eVAL) data. Course Objectives: Review MOSAIQ Observation Definition Configuration (Chart Builder) Evaluate reporting considerations when configuring Observation Definitions Translate Observation Definitions to underlying database tables Report individual Observations (e.g., Ht, Wt, BSA, etc.) Report groups of Observations (e.g., Assessment Views) Develop advanced reporting techniques including: multiple database table aliases, subreports, variables, etc.
Target Groups:	Data Administration Staff
Pre-Requisites:	MOSAIQ® Reporting Introduction & Intermediate
Contact E-Mail:	amy.schaffer@elekta.com

External Systems Interfaces (ESI)

Thu, 19 Sep 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-09-20 to 2013-09-20
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Location:	Atlanta, GA, United States
Description:	Course details and registration information coming soon!!
Contact E-Mail:	amy.schaffer@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 22 Sep 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-09-23 to 2013-09-27
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training (Accredited by ASRT and MDCB)
Content:	IMRT Cost Functions Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription Plan Review QA tools for IMRT Plans Optimization Segmentation Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning
Target Groups:	Physicists Treatment Planners Dosimetrists
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 22 Sep 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-09-23 to 2013-09-27
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Location:	Sydney, Australia
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training
Content:	Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription IMRT Cost Functions Optimization Segmentation Plan Review QA tools for IMRT Plans
Target Groups:	Physicists Treatment Planners Dosimetrists
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	David.Ly@elekta.com

XiO-IMRT

Sun, 29 Sep 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-09-30 to 2013-10-02
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	Objective To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. Duration 3 days
Content:	Beam Placement IMRT Prescription Contouring for IMRT Planning QA of IMRT Plans Optimization Segmentation / Compensation
Target Groups:	Physicists Treatment Planners Dosimetrists
Pre-Requisites:	XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic Understanding of IMRT treatment planning preferred XiO Application Training Course or at least 3-6 months experience using XiO
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

VMAT and IGRT Practical Implementation into the Clinic

Sun, 06 Oct 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-10-07 to 2013-10-08
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Location:	Swedish Cancer Center Seattle Prostate , United States
Description:	This is a one and a half day Course for Radiation Oncologists, Medical Physicists, Dosimetrists and Nurses interested in Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT). The program will include such topics as defining the target volumes; clinical implementation; billing issues; quality assurance; hypofractionated stereotactic radiotherapy protocols; and patient education. In addition to the didactic sessions, the course will include an onsite demonstration in real time of the CBCT technology. Each participant will receive a detailed manual which will provide additional information for each member of your team and a CD of the PowerPoint slide presentations. Upon completion of this training Course participants will be able to address target volumes for IGRT; billing, coding and reimbursement issues; practical aspects of setting up an image-guided radiotherapy program; the role of IGRT in the treatment of various tumor types; and research results. Day One 7:30 am – 5:00 pm • Workflow Considerations for the Clinic • Technical Aspects of IGRT Linear Accelerator with CBCT • Physics, Commissioning, and Quality Assuranc Cone Beam CT • Defining Target Volumes for IMRT and IGRT • IGRT Therapist Education and Training • Utilizing Active Breathing Coordinator • Body Stereotactic Radiosurgery • Introduction to VMAT: Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy • Treatment Planning and Delivery of VMAT • VMAT Clinical Utility Day Two 7:30 am – 12:00 noon • Live CBCT Patient Demonstration • IGRT for Different Sites: Rationale and Experience • Adaptive Radiotherapy • Coding/Billing Reimbursement for IGRT • Patient Education Materials • Future of Radiotherapy (IMRT, IGRT, IMAT) Accreditation: This CME activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint sponsorship of The Institute for Medical Studies (IMS) and Seattle Prostate Institute. IMS is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Credits: IMS designates this educational activity for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Contact E-Mail:	dana.johnson@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Introductory Program

Sun, 06 Oct 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-10-07 to 2013-10-11
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Location:	Cleveland Clinic Gamma Knife Center, Cleveland, OH, United States
Description:	Objective To identify the basic principles and biophysics of Gamma Knife surgery and how they apply to day-to-day patient treatment. Review the clinical indications, parameters of treatment and outcomes of Gamma Knife surgery. Recognize radiation safety issues and principles, as well as become familiar with emergency procedures that pertain to Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion. Content ■ Principles and practice of stereotaxy and radiosurgery ■ Principles of frame application ■ Patient selection and teaching cases ■ Clinical program with lectures covering established indications for Gamma Knife surgery ■ Observation of patient treatments ■ Hands-on sessions with Leksell GammaPlan® ■ Hands-on sessions with Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion Training center and duration 5-day course at Cleveland Clinic Gamma Knife Center, Cleveland, OH, USA (CME accredited). Target group ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Neuro-Otolaryngolists ■ Medical Physicists ■ Neuroradiologists
Registration page:	Click to get to Registration page
Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion/Leksell GammaPlan - Physics Introductory Program

Sun, 06 Oct 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-10-07 to 2013-10-09
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Location:	Washington Hospital Healthcare System, CA, United States
Description:	Objective To provide Medical Physicists with a technical and clinical overview of what this method of treatment entails. The course will focus on radiation physics, dosimetry, stereotactic imaging, quality assurance (QA), technical information and treatment planning with Leksell GammaPlan. The emphasis will be on Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion. Treatment planning for Leksell Gamma Knife C can also be covered if required. The content will be adjusted to the experience level of attendees. Content ■ Principles and practice of stereotaxy and radiosurgery ■ Observation of patient treatments ■ Radiation physics and radiation safety ■ Hands-on sessions with Leksell GammaPlan ■ Hands-on sessions with Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion ■ QA and emergency procedures in accordance with NRC requirements Training center and duration 3-day course at Washington Hospital Healthcare System, Fremont, CA USA (CME accredited). Target group ■ Medical Physicists
Registration page:	Click to get to Registration page
Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion Clinical Introductory Program

Sun, 06 Oct 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-10-07 to 2013-10-10
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Location:	University Hospital, La Timone Gamma Knife Center, Marseille, France
Description:	Objective To introduce clinicians to Gamma Knife® surgery with Leksell Gamma Knife® Perfexion and Extend^TMSystem. The course focuses on clinical information, combined with hands-on sessions using Leksell GammaPlan®. Content ■ The principles and practice of stereotaxy and radiosurgery ■ Principles of frame application ■ Patient selection and teaching cases ■ Clinical program with lectures covering established indications for Gamma Knife surgery ■ Observation of patient treatment ■ Introduction to and hands-on sessions on Leksell GammaPlan ■ Introduction to and hands-on sessions on Extend System ■ Quality Assurance Training center and duration 4-day course at University Hospital La Timone Gamma Knife Center, Marseille, France. Target Group ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Neurologists ■ Neuroradiologists ■ Medical Physicists
Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

XiO---Application

Sun, 06 Oct 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-10-07 to 2013-10-11
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE: To provide applications training in the use of XiO for treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the software enabling the user to efficiently create effective treatment plans using our product. DURATION: 5-days in-house training
Content:	IMRT Overview Digitized Contour-based Planning 2D Irregular Field Planning Structure Contouring Brachytherapy (Prostate and GYN) Plan Evaluation 3D External Beam Planning Special Planning Techniques
Target Groups:	Physicists Treatment Planners Dosimetrists
Pre-Requisites:	3D Treatment Planning Experience preferred XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 06 Oct 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-10-07 to 2013-10-11
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Location:	Tampa, FLorida, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training
Content:	IMRT Cost Functions Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription Plan Review QA tools for IMRT Plans Optimization Segmentation Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning
Target Groups:	Dosimetrists Physicists Treatment Planners
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Upgrade Program

Tue, 08 Oct 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-10-09 to 2013-10-11
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Location:	Cleveland Clinic Gamma Knife Center, Cleveland, OH, United States
Description:	Objective To receive aspects of clinical and technical training for handling new features of Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion, when upgrading from previous models. Training on the dynamic workflow of Leksell GammaPlan includes instruction on using the pre-planning and follow-up features of the program as well as on developing treatment plans using composite shots, dynamic shaping, and inverse-planning options. Content ■ System and workflow overview ■ New approaches to treatment plans ■ New features in Leksell GammaPlan ■ Treatment using Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion ■ QA procedures Training centers and duration 3-day course at Cleveland Clinic Gamma Knife Center, Cleveland, OH, USA All courses are CME accredited. Target group ■ Medical Physicists ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Nurses ■ Others responsible for the operation of Leksell Gamma Knife
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Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 13 Oct 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-10-14 to 2013-10-18
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training (Accredited by ASRT and MDCB)
Content:	Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription IMRT Cost Functions Optimization Segmentation Plan Review QA tools for IMRT Plans
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Dosimetrists Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

XiO---Application

Sun, 13 Oct 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-10-14 to 2013-10-18
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Location:	Sydney, Australia
Description:	OBJECTIVE: To provide applications training in the use of XiO for treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the software enabling the user to efficiently create effective treatment plans using our product. DURATION: 5-days in-house training
Content:	3D External Beam Planning Digitized Contour-based Planning 2D Irregular Field Planning Plan Evaluation IMRT Overview Special Planning Techniques Brachytherapy (Prostate and GYN) Structure Contouring
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Dosimetrists Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	3D Treatment Planning Experience preferred XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	David.Ly@elekta.com

XiO-IMRT

Sun, 20 Oct 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-10-21 to 2013-10-23
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	Objective To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. Duration 3 days
Content:	IMRT Prescription Contouring for IMRT Planning Beam Placement Segmentation / Compensation QA of IMRT Plans Optimization
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Dosimetrists Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	Understanding of IMRT treatment planning preferred XiO Application Training Course or at least 3-6 months experience using XiO XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

XiO IMRT - Application and Physics

Mon, 21 Oct 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-10-22 to 2013-10-25
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Location:	Sydney, Australia
Description:	OBJECTIVE - APPLICATION TRAINING To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. OBJECTIVES - PHYSICS TRAINING To provide IMRT specific data collection requirement and training on the IMRT specific beam modeling tools. DURATION - APPLICATION TRAINING 3 day in-house training DURATION - PHYSICS TRAINING 4 days in-house training (3 day application training + 1 day physics training)
Content:	Contouring for IMRT Planning Beam Placement The IMRT Prescription QA of IMRT Plans Data Acquisition Requirements for IMRT Beam Modeling Optimization Segmentation/Compensation
Target Groups:	Dosimetrist Treatment Planners Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	Understanding of IMRT treatment planning preferred XiO Application Training Course or at least 3-6 months experience using XiO XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	David.Ly@elekta.com

XiO IMRT - Application and Physics

Mon, 21 Oct 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-10-22 to 2013-10-25
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Location:	St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE - APPLICATION TRAINING To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. OBJECTIVES - PHYSICS TRAINING To provide IMRT specific data collection requirement and training on the IMRT specific beam modeling tools. DURATION - APPLICATION TRAINING 3 day in-house training DURATION - PHYSICS TRAINING 4 days in-house training (3 day application training + 1 day physics training)
Content:	Beam Placement The IMRT Prescription Contouring for IMRT Planning Optimization Segmentation/Compensation QA of IMRT Plans Data Acquisition Requirements for IMRT Beam Modeling
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Physicists Dosimetrist
Pre-Requisites:	XiO Application Training Course or at least 3-6 months experience using XiO XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic Understanding of IMRT treatment planning preferred
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

MOSAIQ Under-the-Hood

Wed, 23 Oct 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-10-24 to 2013-10-25
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Location:	Atlanta, GA, United States
Description:	Course Description: During this course, participants will learn about the hardware and software components of MOSAIQ for Medical and Radiation Oncology. Our new revised training curriculum will offer attendees an opportunity to see firsthand the nuances of the treatment machine and other hardware and software supporting patient treatement. Additionally, training attendees will learn basic troubleshooting skills to support MOSAIQ. Objectives: Identify the MOSAIQ Oncology Management modules used by your institution. Describe the directory structure for the MOSAIQ Oncology Management System files. Discuss network configurations and user rights across networks for MOSAIQ users. Discuss data integrity with the significance of patient data daily backups and testing of those backups. Define the database engine used to run the MOSAIQ Oncology Management System. Utilize the Elekta Linac and Sequencer to gain hands on experience with troubleshooting and connectivity issues. Registration details coming soon!!
Contact E-Mail:	amy.schaffer@elekta.com

ERGO++

Sun, 27 Oct 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-10-28 to 2013-11-01
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Location:	Tampa, Florida, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in the use of Ergo++ for treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the software enabling the user to efficiently create effective treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 day in-house training
Content:	VMAT approach for planning with Elekta Database Managing Image Processing (Contouring, Image Fusion) Stereotactic Calibration & QA Static and Dynamic AMOA/IMRT planning DICOM RT Import & Export Plan Summation and Comparison Static and Dynamic Conformal planning Planning with Stereotactic Cones & Managing Cone Dosimetric Data
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Dosimetrists Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	Applicable licenses activated Ergo Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic 3D Treatment Planning Experience preferred
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

XiO---Application

Sun, 03 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-11-04 to 2013-11-08
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE: To provide applications training in the use of XiO for treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the software enabling the user to efficiently create effective treatment plans using our product. DURATION: 5-days in-house training
Content:	Special Planning Techniques Digitized Contour-based Planning 2D Irregular Field Planning IMRT Overview Plan Evaluation 3D External Beam Planning Structure Contouring Brachytherapy (Prostate and GYN)
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Dosimetrists Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic 3D Treatment Planning Experience preferred
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

XiO - Application

Sun, 03 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-11-04 to 2013-11-08
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Location:	Tampa, Florida, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE: To provide applications training in the use of XiO for treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the software enabling the user to efficiently create effective treatment plans using our product. DURATION: 5-days in-house training
Content:	3D External Beam Planning Digitized Contour-based Planning 2D Irregular Field Planning Plan Evaluation IMRT Overview Special Planning Techniques Brachytherapy (Prostate and GYN) Structure Contouring
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Dosimetrists Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	3D Treatment Planning Experience preferred XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

IGRT Education Course

Wed, 06 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-11-07 to 2013-11-09
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Location:	Princess Margaret Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
Description:	This is a two and a half day Course for Radiation Oncologists and Medical Physicists. The program offers the opportunity to acquire the skills, knowledge and strategies that will help you successfully apply and implement the principles of image guidance into your own radiotherapy practice. Upon completion of this training Course participants will be able to, participants will be able to adopt innovative IGRT approaches in clinical practice, expand opportunities for image guided radiotherapy practice and make informed decisions in the context of IGRT. Day One 1:30 pm - 8:00 pm • An overview of the rationale and tools of Image Guidance • Individual presentations on concepts that underpin image guidance • Live demonstrations and practical exercises Day Two 9:00 am – 5:00 pm • Illustrations of how to translate techniques and questions into the clinical environment • Opportunities and challenges associated with image guidance will be highlighted Day Three 9:00 am – 5:00pm • Explore possibilities and challenges for applying concepts in clinical practice • Future directions of image guidance technologies • Hands on experience in application and decision making Credits: Medical Dosimetrists Certification Board, 15 credits; Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programs Inc., 19.13 credits
Contact E-Mail:	dana.johnson@elekta.com

IGRT

Thu, 07 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-11-08 to 2013-11-09
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Location:	Amsterdam, Netherlands
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide clinical understanding of the use of 4D image guided radiation therapy and give practical guidelines in the use of Elekta Synergy®. COURSE CONTENT · Introduction to IGRT – clinical experience and benefits · General clinical workflows · Image acquisition – calibration and basic QA · Data communications (TP-XVI) · Image registration · Set-up deviation handling – decision rule – table correction · Protocol – correction of error · Practical workflows (on/off-line) · Lectures on different clinical indications (pelvis, lung, head &neck and breast) · Practical hands-on sessions i.e. TP XVI, QA and treatment DURATION 2 days TARGET GROUP · Physicists · Dosimetrist · Radiation Oncologists · Radiation Therapists · Radiographers
Contact E-Mail:	info.oncologyeducation@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion / 4C - Introductory Program

Sun, 10 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-11-11 to 2013-11-15
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Location:	University of Pittsburgh, Center for Image-Guided Neurosurgery, United States
Description:	Objective To obtain knowledge about the practical aspects of stereotactic radiosurgery using Leksell Gamma Knife. Principles of radiation physics and radiobiology, that apply to single-session, focused, small volume irradiation will be covered. Registrants should be able to create radiosurgery dose plans for brain tumors, vascular malformations and trigeminal neuralgia. Content ■ Principles and practice of stereotaxy and radiosurgery ■ Principles of frame application ■ Patient selection and teaching cases ■ Clinical program with lectures covering established indications for Gamma Knife surgery ■ Observation of patient treatments ■ Medical physics, basic radiobiology and radiation safety ■ Hands-on sessions with relevant version of Leksell GammaPlan® ■ Hands-on sessions with relevant Leksell Gamma Knife model Training center and duration 5-day course at University of Pittsburgh, Center for Image-Guided Neurosurgery, PA, USA. Find information regarding CME Credits on http://www.neurosurgery.pitt.edu/training/gamma_knife.html#cme. Target group ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Medical Physicists ■ Otologists ■ Nurses ■ Other clinical neuroscience providers
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Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 10 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-11-11 to 2013-11-15
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training (Accredited by ASRT and MDCB)
Content:	QA tools for IMRT Plans Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning Segmentation Plan Review IMRT Cost Functions Optimization
Target Groups:	Dosimetrists Physicists Treatment Planners
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 10 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-11-11 to 2013-11-15
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Location:	Sydney, Australia
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training
Content:	QA tools for IMRT Plans Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning Segmentation Plan Review IMRT Cost Functions Optimization
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Dosimetrists Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	David.Ly@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 10 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-11-11 to 2013-11-15
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Location:	Tampa, FLorida, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training
Content:	IMRT Cost Functions Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription Plan Review QA tools for IMRT Plans Optimization Segmentation Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning
Target Groups:	Dosimetrists Physicists Treatment Planners
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

Leksell Stereotactic Neurosurgery Training

Sun, 10 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-11-11 to 2013-11-13
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Location:	Amsterdam, Netherlands
Description:	Objective To make neurosurgeons proficient in the use of Leksell Stereotactic System and to further develop their skills in the use of the system. The clinical part of the training focuses on functional disorders. Content General principles of stereotaxy, visualization and localization Information and demonstration of Leksell Stereotactic System Scientific lectures that focus on basis stereotactic techniques for different indications Methods for target localization Stimulation, DBS implantation and lesioning techniques Interactive scientific lectures and observations of clinical procedures Discussions on cases from the participants Workshop sessions with: Leksell Stereotactic System Leksell SurgiPlan Leksell Neuro Generator Elekta Microdrive^TM Elekta Target Simulator Training centers and duration 3-day course at: Academisch Medisch Centrum, Department of Neurosurgery, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Upgrade Program

Mon, 11 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-11-12 to 2013-11-14
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Location:	University of Pittsburgh, Center for Image-Guided Neurosurgery, United States
Description:	Objective To receive aspects of clinical and technical training for handling new features of Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion, when upgrading from previous models. Training on the dynamic workflow of Leksell GammaPlan includes instruction on using the pre-planning and follow-up features of the program as well as on developing treatment plans using composite shots, dynamic shaping, and inverse-planning options. Content ■ System and workflow overview ■ New approaches to treatment plans ■ New features in Leksell GammaPlan ■ Treatment using Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion ■ QA procedures Training centers and duration 3-day course at University of Pittsburgh, Center for Image-Guided Neurosurgery, PA, USA. Find information regarding CME Credits on http://www.neurosurgery.pitt.edu/training/gamma_knife.html#cme. Target group ■ Medical Physicists ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Nurses ■ Others responsible for the operation of Leksell Gamma Knife
Registration page:	Click to get to Registration page
Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Upgrade Program

Sun, 17 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-11-18 to 2013-11-20
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Location:	Washington Hospital Healthcare System, CA, United States
Description:	Objective To receive aspects of clinical and technical training for handling new features of Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion, when upgrading from previous models. Training on the dynamic workflow of Leksell GammaPlan includes instruction on using the pre-planning and follow-up features of the program as well as on developing treatment plans using composite shots, dynamic shaping, and inverse-planning options. Content ■ System and workflow overview ■ New approaches to treatment plans ■ New features in Leksell GammaPlan ■ Treatment using Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion ■ QA procedures Training centers and duration 3-day course at Washington Hospital Healthcare System, CA,USA (CME accredited. Target group ■ Medical Physicists ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Nurses ■ Others responsible for the operation of Leksell Gamma Knife
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Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Applications Introductory Program

Sun, 17 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-11-18 to 2013-11-21
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Location:	Elekta, Stockholm, Sweden
Description:	Objective To make users confident in the operation, care and maintenance of Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion. The course will focus on radiation physics, dosimetry, stereotaxy for Gamma Knife surgery, quality assurance (QA), technical information and treatment planning using Leksell GammaPlan®. Content ■ Principles of stereotaxy and radiosurgery ■ Principles of radiation physics, basic radiobilogy and radiation safety ■ Introduction to and hands-on sessions on Leksell GammaPlan ■ Introduction to and hands-on sessions on Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion ■ Introduction to and hands-on sessions on Extend System ■ Clearance and Emergency procedures ■ Quality Assurance Training center and duration 4-day course at Elekta, Stockholm, Sweden. Target group ■ Medical Physicists ■ Radiation Therapists/Radiographers ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists
Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

XiO-IMRT

Sun, 17 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-11-18 to 2013-11-20
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	Objective To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. Duration 3 days
Content:	Contouring for IMRT Planning Beam Placement IMRT Prescription Optimization Segmentation / Compensation QA of IMRT Plans
Target Groups:	Dosimetrists Physicists Treatment Planners
Pre-Requisites:	XiO Application Training Course or at least 3-6 months experience using XiO XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic Understanding of IMRT treatment planning preferred
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

XiO - Physics

Sun, 17 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-11-18 to 2013-11-22
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Location:	Sydney, Australia
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide information in regards to data acquisition requirements for the XiO Treatment Planning system, as well as training on using the beam modeling tools available in XiO. In addition, basic applications training in treatment planning will be provided. DURATION 5 days
Content:	Introduction to Beam Modeling tools 3D External Beam Treatment Planning Data Acquisition Requirements IMRT Overview/QA Tools Monitor Unit calculations Introduction to Dose Calculation Algorithms Structure Contouring Wedge Modeling tools
Target Groups:	Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	Some beam data collection experience XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic 3D Treatment Planning experience
Contact E-Mail:	David.Ly@elekta.com

XiO IMRT - Application and Physics

Mon, 18 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-11-19 to 2013-11-22
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Location:	Tampa, Florida, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE - APPLICATION TRAINING To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. OBJECTIVES - PHYSICS TRAINING To provide IMRT specific data collection requirement and training on the IMRT specific beam modeling tools. DURATION - APPLICATION TRAINING 3 day in-house training DURATION - PHYSICS TRAINING 4 days in-house training (3 day application training + 1 day physics training)
Content:	Beam Placement The IMRT Prescription Contouring for IMRT Planning Optimization Segmentation/Compensation QA of IMRT Plans Data Acquisition Requirements for IMRT Beam Modeling
Target Groups:	Treatment Planners Physicists Dosimetrist
Pre-Requisites:	XiO Application Training Course or at least 3-6 months experience using XiO XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic Understanding of IMRT treatment planning preferred
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

IMRT / VMAT

Wed, 20 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-11-21 to 2013-11-22
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Location:	Mannheim, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide clinical understanding of the processes required to implement IMRT/ VMAT treatment on Elekta’s linear accelerators. COURSE CONTENT · Introduction to IMRT / VMAT – clinical experience and benefits · Commissioning the linear accelerator and treatment planning system for IMRT/VMAT · Acquisition of beam data · Dosimetry and stability of beam segments of small MU and dimensions · Methods to establish the appropriate margins for IMRT/VMAT · Inverse planning methods for prostate, breast and head and neck IMRT/VMAT · QA tools for IMRT/VMAT delivery · Demonstrations performed on Elekta linear accelerators DURATION 2 days TARGET GROUP · Physicists · Dosimetrist · Radiation Oncologists · Radiation Therapists · Radiographers
Contact E-Mail:	info.oncologyeducation@elekta.com

XiO---Application

Sun, 24 Nov 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-11-25 to 2013-11-29
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE: To provide applications training in the use of XiO for treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the software enabling the user to efficiently create effective treatment plans using our product. DURATION: 5-days in-house training
Content:	Brachytherapy (Prostate and GYN) Digitized Contour-based Planning 2D Irregular Field Planning Special Planning Techniques 3D External Beam Planning Structure Contouring IMRT Overview Plan Evaluation
Target Groups:	Dosimetrists Physicists Treatment Planners
Pre-Requisites:	3D Treatment Planning Experience preferred XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 01 Dec 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-12-02 to 2013-12-06
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT treatment planning. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training (Accredited by ASRT and MDCB)
Content:	Optimization Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription QA tools for IMRT Plans Plan Review IMRT Cost Functions Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning Segmentation
Target Groups:	Physicists Treatment Planners Dosimetrists
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

XiO - Physics

Sun, 01 Dec 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-12-02 to 2013-12-06
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Location:	St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide information in regards to data acquisition requirements for the XiO Treatment Planning system, as well as training on using the beam modeling tools available in XiO. In addition, basic applications training in treament planning will be provided. DURATION 5 day in-house training
Content:	Monitor Unit calculations 3D External Beam Treatment Planning Data Acquisition Requirements Wedge Modeling tools Structure Contouring IMRT Overview/QA Tools Introduction to Beam Modeling tools Introduction to Dose Calculation Algorithms
Target Groups:	Physicists
Pre-Requisites:	3D Treatment Planning experience Some beam data collection experience XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

VMAT and IGRT Practical Implementation into the Clinic

Sun, 01 Dec 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-12-02 to 2013-12-03
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Location:	Swedish Cancer Center Seattle Prostate , United States
Description:	This is a one and a half day Course for Radiation Oncologists, Medical Physicists, Dosimetrists and Nurses interested in Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT). The program will include such topics as defining the target volumes; clinical implementation; billing issues; quality assurance; hypofractionated stereotactic radiotherapy protocols; and patient education. In addition to the didactic sessions, the course will include an onsite demonstration in real time of the CBCT technology. Each participant will receive a detailed manual which will provide additional information for each member of your team and a CD of the PowerPoint slide presentations. Upon completion of this training Course participants will be able to address target volumes for IGRT; billing, coding and reimbursement issues; practical aspects of setting up an image-guided radiotherapy program; the role of IGRT in the treatment of various tumor types; and research results. Day One 7:30 am – 5:00 pm • Workflow Considerations for the Clinic • Technical Aspects of IGRT Linear Accelerator with CBCT • Physics, Commissioning, and Quality Assuranc Cone Beam CT • Defining Target Volumes for IMRT and IGRT • IGRT Therapist Education and Training • Utilizing Active Breathing Coordinator • Body Stereotactic Radiosurgery • Introduction to VMAT: Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy • Treatment Planning and Delivery of VMAT • VMAT Clinical Utility Day Two 7:30 am – 12:00 noon • Live CBCT Patient Demonstration • IGRT for Different Sites: Rationale and Experience • Adaptive Radiotherapy • Coding/Billing Reimbursement for IGRT • Patient Education Materials • Future of Radiotherapy (IMRT, IGRT, IMAT) Accreditation: This CME activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint sponsorship of The Institute for Medical Studies (IMS) and Seattle Prostate Institute. IMS is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Credits: IMS designates this educational activity for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Contact E-Mail:	dana.johnson@elekta.com

SRT

Wed, 04 Dec 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-12-05 to 2013-12-06
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Location:	Würzburg, Germany
Description:	OBJECTIVE This advanced clinical training program is designed to present the processes required to implement SRT for routine treatment on Elekta Axesse™ and other Elekta linear accelerators sterotactic capabilities. COURSE CONTENT • Recognize indications for and outcomes of SRT/Radiosurgery • Understand dose selection, fractionation and planning techniques • Become familiar with Imaging requirements (pre/post treatment) • Practice set up and verification • Observe and discuss delivery of SRT/Radiosurgery • Discover the tools and choosing the right approach • Increase confidence to implement SRS/SRT into routine clinical practice DURATION 2 days TARGET GROUP · Physicists · Dosimetrist · Neurosurgeons · Radiation Oncologists · Radiation Therapists · Radiographers PREREQUISITES A solid understanding of oncology and extensive experience of delivering image-guided RT
Contact E-Mail:	info.oncologyeducation@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Introductory Program

Sun, 08 Dec 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-12-09 to 2013-12-13
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Location:	Cleveland Clinic Gamma Knife Center, Cleveland, OH, United States
Description:	Objective To identify the basic principles and biophysics of Gamma Knife surgery and how they apply to day-to-day patient treatment. Review the clinical indications, parameters of treatment and outcomes of Gamma Knife surgery. Recognize radiation safety issues and principles, as well as become familiar with emergency procedures that pertain to Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion. Content ■ Principles and practice of stereotaxy and radiosurgery ■ Principles of frame application ■ Patient selection and teaching cases ■ Clinical program with lectures covering established indications for Gamma Knife surgery ■ Observation of patient treatments ■ Hands-on sessions with Leksell GammaPlan® ■ Hands-on sessions with Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion Training center and duration 5-day course at Cleveland Clinic Gamma Knife Center, Cleveland, OH, USA (CME accredited). Target group ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Neuro-Otolaryngolists ■ Medical Physicists ■ Neuroradiologists
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Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

XiO-IMRT

Sun, 08 Dec 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-12-09 to 2013-12-11
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Location:	Freiburg, Germany
Description:	Objective To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. Duration 3 days
Content:	Beam Placement IMRT Prescription Contouring for IMRT Planning QA of IMRT Plans Optimization Segmentation / Compensation
Target Groups:	Physicists Treatment Planners Dosimetrists
Pre-Requisites:	XiO Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic Understanding of IMRT treatment planning preferred XiO Application Training Course or at least 3-6 months experience using XiO
Contact E-Mail:	Claudia.Dietz@elekta.com

Monaco

Sun, 08 Dec 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-12-09 to 2013-12-13
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Location:	St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Description:	OBJECTIVE To provide applications training in advanced radiobiology-based IMRT. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. DURATION 5 days in-house training
Content:	IMRT Cost Functions Beam Template Creation The IMRT Prescription Plan Review QA tools for IMRT Plans Optimization Segmentation Contouring / Image Fusion for IMRT Planning
Target Groups:	Dosimetrists Physicists Treatment Planners
Pre-Requisites:	Monaco Treatment Planning system installed in your clinic
Contact E-Mail:	Carla.Lunn@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Upgrade Program

Tue, 10 Dec 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Date:	2013-12-11 to 2013-12-13
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Location:	Cleveland Clinic Gamma Knife Center, Cleveland, OH, United States
Description:	Objective To receive aspects of clinical and technical training for handling new features of Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion, when upgrading from previous models. Training on the dynamic workflow of Leksell GammaPlan includes instruction on using the pre-planning and follow-up features of the program as well as on developing treatment plans using composite shots, dynamic shaping, and inverse-planning options. Content ■ System and workflow overview ■ New approaches to treatment plans ■ New features in Leksell GammaPlan ■ Treatment using Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion ■ QA procedures Training centers and duration 3-day course at Cleveland Clinic Gamma Knife Center, Cleveland, OH, USA All courses are CME accredited. Target group ■ Medical Physicists ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Nurses ■ Others responsible for the operation of Leksell Gamma Knife
Registration page:	Click to get to Registration page
Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

Leksell Stereotactic Neurosurgery Training

Sun, 30 Mar 2014 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2014-03-31 to 2014-04-02
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Location:	Amsterdam, Netherlands
Description:	Objective To make neurosurgeons proficient in the use of Leksell Stereotactic System and to further develop their skills in the use of the system. The clinical part of the training focuses on functional disorders. Content General principles of stereotaxy, visualization and localization Information and demonstration of Leksell Stereotactic System Scientific lectures that focus on basis stereotactic techniques for different indications Methods for target localization Stimulation, DBS implantation and lesioning techniques Interactive scientific lectures and observations of clinical procedures Discussions on cases from the participants Workshop sessions with: Leksell Stereotactic System Leksell SurgiPlan Leksell Neuro Generator Elekta Microdrive^TM Elekta Target Simulator Training centers and duration 3-day course at: Academisch Medisch Centrum, Department of Neurosurgery, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion Advanced Program for Stereotactic Radiosurgery

Tue, 09 Sep 2014 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2014-09-10 to 2014-09-12
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Location:	University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
Description:	Objective To further enhance the participant’s knowledge of Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion and its advanced applications in the field of stereotactic radiosurgery. Specific focus will be placed on Gamma Knife surgery with or without the Extend System for several different indications. Patient selection, radiosurgical techniques and complication avoidance as well as management will be highlighted. In addition, the course will cover aspects of operation, safety, indications, and outcomes for perfexion based radiosurgery. Content This course emphasizes the operation, indications, and outcomes of Gamma Knife surgery ■ Frame placement ■ Neuro-imaging ■ Changes between Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion and previous models: · Pertinent NRC Regulations · Patient Positioning system · Control System · Physician Workflow ■ Practical hands-on with Leksell GammaPlan ■ Indications for Gamma Knife surgery ■ Multisession radiosurgery with the Extend System ■ Outcomes for Gamma Knife surgery ■ Avoidance and Management of Gamma Knife Surgery complications ■ Radiation safety Training centers and duration 3-day course at University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA (CME accredited). Target group ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Medical Physicists ■ Otolaryngologists ■ Neuro-Oncologists ■ Medical Oncologists Pre-requisite 6 months experience in stereotactic radiosurgery.
Registration page:	Click to get to Registration page
Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion Advanced Program for Stereotactic Radiosurgery

Tue, 08 Sep 2015 22:00:00 GMT

Date:	2015-09-09 to 2015-09-11
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Location:	University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
Description:	Objective To further enhance the participant’s knowledge of Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion and its advanced applications in the field of stereotactic radiosurgery. Specific focus will be placed on Gamma Knife surgery with or without the Extend System for several different indications. Patient selection, radiosurgical techniques and complication avoidance as well as management will be highlighted. In addition, the course will cover aspects of operation, safety, indications, and outcomes for perfexion based radiosurgery. Content This course emphasizes the operation, indications, and outcomes of Gamma Knife surgery ■ Frame placement ■ Neuro-imaging ■ Changes between Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion and previous models: · Pertinent NRC Regulations · Patient Positioning system · Control System · Physician Workflow ■ Practical hands-on with Leksell GammaPlan ■ Indications for Gamma Knife surgery ■ Multisession radiosurgery with the Extend System ■ Outcomes for Gamma Knife surgery ■ Avoidance and Management of Gamma Knife Surgery complications ■ Radiation safety Training centers and duration 3-day course at University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA (CME accredited). Target group ■ Neurosurgeons ■ Radiation Oncologists ■ Medical Physicists ■ Otolaryngologists ■ Neuro-Oncologists ■ Medical Oncologists Pre-requisite 6 months experience in stereotactic radiosurgery.
Registration page:	Click to get to Registration page
Contact E-Mail:	education-neuro@elekta.com

Elekta Education and Training Courses

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Upgrade Program

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Applications Introductory Program

XiO-IMRT

Objective To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. Duration 3 days

XiO---Application

XiO - Physics

VMAT and IGRT Practical Implementation into the Clinic

MOSAIQ Reporting Introduction

MOSAIQ Reporting Intermediate

MOSAIQ Reporting Advanced

Monaco

Monaco

IMRT / VMAT

XiO-IMRT

Objective To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. Duration 3 days

SRT

XiO IMRT - Application and Physics

IGRT

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Upgrade Program

XiO---Application

XiO - Physics

XiO IMRT - Application and Physics

Monaco

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion / 4C - Introductory Program

XiO-IMRT

Objective To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. Duration 3 days

XiO - Application

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Upgrade Program

XiO---Application

ERGO++

Monaco

MOSAIQ Under-the-Hood

Monaco

Monaco

XiO-IMRT

Objective To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. Duration 3 days

XiO---Application

Monaco

XiO IMRT - Application and Physics

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Introductory Program

XiO-IMRT

Objective To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. Duration 3 days

XiO-IMRT

Objective To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. Duration 3 days

XiO - Physics

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Upgrade Program

XiO---Application

Monaco

Monaco

(Fully booked/Closed) - Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Applications Introductory Program

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion Advanced Program for Stereotactic Radiosurgery

XiO - Application

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion / 4C - Introductory Program

XiO---Application

Monaco

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Upgrade Program

MOSAIQ-Reporting-Introduction

SBRT

MOSAIQ-Reporting---Intermediate

MOSAIQ-Reporting---Advanced

External Systems Interfaces (ESI)

Monaco

Monaco

XiO-IMRT

Objective To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. Duration 3 days

VMAT and IGRT Practical Implementation into the Clinic

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Introductory Program

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion/Leksell GammaPlan - Physics Introductory Program

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion Clinical Introductory Program

XiO---Application

Monaco

Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion - Upgrade Program

Monaco

XiO---Application

XiO-IMRT

Objective To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product. Duration 3 days

XiO IMRT - Application and Physics

XiO IMRT - Application and Physics

MOSAIQ Under-the-Hood

Objective

To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product.

Duration

3 days

Objective

To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product.

Duration

3 days

Objective

To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product.

Duration

3 days

Objective

To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product.

Duration

3 days

Objective

To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product.

Duration

3 days

Objective

To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product.

Duration

3 days

Objective

To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product.

Duration

3 days

Objective

To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product.

Duration

3 days

Objective

To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product.

Duration

3 days

Objective

To provide applications training in IMRT treatment planning utilizing the XiO Treatment Planning System. The course provides an understanding of the IMRT software enabling the user to efficiently create effective IMRT treatment plans using our product.

Duration

3 days