Introduction to NHS Module 7 - Practical Radiography (INSO241112)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectIntroduction to the NHS
DescriptionThis course is one of a number of courses designed to provide an introduction to NHS dentistry, essential for dentists who are undertaking vocational training by assessment.
Additional informationThe course is also suitable for dentists who are new to the NHS, dentists who are returning to NHS dental practice.
A one day course combining theoretical and practical aspects of dental radiography:

The course will cover all aspect of dental radiography relevant to the taking of dental radiographs. The information discussed in the lecture room will then be demonstrated in the surgery environment, using the facilities in a clinical set up.
This will cover both the theoretical aspects of what happens when an x-ray exposure occurs and the relevant records and communications required in maintaining good governance, and complying with legal requirements. Delegates will have the opportunity to use a range of film holder and beam aiming devices, and there will be opportunities to discuss the relative merits of the devices with the course organisers.

The process of deriving an accurate clinical diagnosis from radiograph analysis will also be addressed.

The course will assist delegates to produce supporting evidence for CQC outcomes 10, 11, 12, 13.

Speaker:
Mr. Ian Hamilton - Visiting Lecturer in Radiology Ian Hamilton - RADC BSc CivEng (Hons) BDS Edin (Hons) MSc Ian has 17 years of chair-side experience both within the NHS & Royal Army Dental Corps. Ian has been actively involved in radiation protection and radiation physics throughout his working life. Having gained his MSc in Dental and Maxillofacial Radiology from Kings, he was appointed as subject matter expert (SME) in dental radiology and dental radiography for the Defence Dental Services and is the visiting lecturer in dental radiography, radiation physics & radiation protection for the Defence Dental Services Training Establishment, Aldershot.
VenueEducation Centre, RSHH, Southampton  View details
Date & timeSaturday 24 November 2012, 09:30 to 16:30
LecturerMigration  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeNo development outcome
Course styleHands-on
Core topicNo core topic
CPD hours5:30
Cost£95.00
Aims
  1. Delegates will have an understanding of the physics, legislation and national guidance in dental radiography.
  2. Delegates will be able to take effective x-rays safely.
  3. To describe how to maintain good governance, including the principles of an effective Quality Assurance scheme for Dental Radiography.