NucMed Essentials – MSK Basics

Nuclear Medicine Essentials: The Basics of MSK provides a comprehensive introduction to musculoskeletal applications in nuclear medicine, focusing on both diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. Participants will explore the fundamental principles of bone scintigraphy, including its physiological basis, imaging protocols, and wide range of clinical applications, with emphasis on its continued importance in patient care. The course also delves into advanced imaging through NaF PET, highlighting its uptake mechanisms, technical considerations, and growing role in oncology and other clinical contexts. Building on these diagnostic foundations, the course transitions into therapeutic strategies, such as the use of Radium-223 in the treatment of bone metastases, with attention to efficacy, safety, and radioprotection measures.

Beyond theoretical understanding, the program emphasizes practical application and clinical relevance. Learners will gain exposure to cutting-edge research, evidence-based workflows, and therapeutic innovations in the field. Radiosynovectomy for arthritis treatment is presented as an important example of nuclear medicine’s therapeutic scope, with procedural insights and expected outcomes supported by real-world case demonstrations. Departmental video presentations supplement each topic, offering participants a unique opportunity to see workflows and protocols in practice. By the end of the course, attendees will not only understand the fundamentals of musculoskeletal nuclear medicine but also appreciate its evolving role in modern imaging and therapy.