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Physics modules

Presented by RSNA and the American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM), the RSNA/AAPM Online Physics Modules explore important physics concepts identified in the AAPM curriculum.

These self-guided modules are designed to supplement physics education during radiology residency and assist with continued self-study. Modules are not intended to be the primary or sole source of information for residents preparing for board exams.

Physics modules are available to RSNA members and AAPM members as a membership benefit. RSNA membership is free for residents and fellows.

Module topics

Developed by a team that includes at least one physicist and one radiologist, the modules undergo ongoing peer review to continually improve content and quality.

Fundamentals

Atoms, Radiation, and Radioactivity (2018)

Interactions of Radiation and Tissue (2022)

Radiation Measurements and Units (2018)

X-Ray Tubes and Spectra (2020)

Basic Imaging Science and Technology

Image Perception and Performance Evaluation

Image Display (2020)

Image Processing and Reconstruction (2018)

PACS

Radiation Biology

Basic Radiation Biology

Radiation Effects (2018)

Radiation Protection

Fundamentals of Radiation Protection (2018)

Radiation Dose and Risk (2022)

Radionuclide Dosimetry and Nuclear Regulations

Estimating Cancer Risk from Imaging Procedures (2021)

Projection X-Ray Imaging

Basic Concepts in Radiography (2022)

Digital X-Ray Imaging (2018)

Radiographic Image Receptors (2021)

Image Quality and Dose in Radiography (2021)

Mammography Image Quality and Dose (2018)

Radiographic and Mammographic Systems for Radiology Residents (2018)

Fluoroscopy

Fluoroscopy Systems

Radiation Dose and Safety in Interventional Radiology (2021)

Computed Tomography

CT Systems (2018)

CT Image Quality and Protocols (2021)

Radiation Dose in CT (2020)

Imaging Gently: Medical Imaging and Radiation Protection of Pediatric Patients (2020)

Ultrasound

Ultrasound – Concepts and Transducers (2022)

Basic Ultrasound Imaging and Display

Ultrasound Image Acquisition and Doppler Ultrasound (2020)

Image Quality, Artifacts, and Safety in Ultrasound

Magnetic Resonance

Basic Principles of Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (2022)

MRI: Image Formation (2022)

MRI: Image Characteristics (2020)

MRI: Pulse Sequences (2020)

MRI: Instrumentation (2021)

MRI: Image Artifacts (2022)

MRI: Special Acquisition Methods (2021)

MRI: Gadolinium-based Contrast Agents (2021)

MRI: Quality/Bioeffects/Safety

MRI: Siting and Environmental Protection

Nuclear Medicine

Radiation Detection Instrumentation in Nuclear Medicine Practice (2020)

Gamma Cameras / Image Quality (2020)

Radioisotopes and Radiopharmaceuticals for Nuclear Medicine (2021)

SPECT/SPECT-CT/Image Quality (2021)

PET/PET-CT/Image Quality (2022)

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Additional physics resources

Visit RadioGraphics American Association of Physicists in Medicine (AAPM) Diagnostic Radiology Residents Physics Curriculum Article Index, a free study guide comprised of RadioGraphics journal articles that cover material particularly relevant to components of the radiology residency physics curriculum.