Introduction to Molecular Neuroimaging
with Positron Emission Tomography

Facilitators:  Dr. Lara Triccia C. Luistro - Department of Nuclear Medicine and Theranostics

Dr. Carl Johnry J. Santos - Department of Nuclear Medicine and Theranostics

Dr. Eduardo Erasto S. Ongkeko - Department of Nuclear Medicine and Theranostics

Description: This workshop will provide attendees with an introduction to the underlying principles behind the use of positron emission tomography (PET) for neuroimaging along with interactive sessions on basic PET interpretation for neurodegenerative diseases. The workshop will give attendees opportunities to view and interpret PET data using the commonly used neuroimaging radiotracers fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) and florbetaben (FBB).

Learning Objectives:

1. To understand the foundations and underlying principles behind the use of PET in neuroimaging

2. To recognize various patterns of cortical glucose metabolism in common neurodegenerative diseases

3. To recognize normal and abnormal patterns of amyloid plaque deposition in the brain

4. To appreciate the current and future applications of PET in the management of neurodegenerative disease

Facilitators:

Dr. Lara Triccia C. Luistro - Department of Nuclear Medicine and Theranostics

Dr. Carl Johnry J. Santos - Department of Nuclear Medicine and Theranostics

Dr. Eduardo Erasto S. Ongkeko - Department of Nuclear Medicine and Theranostics

Support:

Dr. Christopher Azarraga (Resident)

Dr. Jaro Musad (Resident)

Target Audience: Physicians in clinical and diagnostic specialties who handle neurologic cases as well as neuroscientists involved in metabolic brain research.

Registration: This educational workshop is offered for in-person attendance only and requires a registration fee. 

Requirements: Registrants are encouraged to bring their own laptops / digital devices to participate in the hands-on sessions during the workshop.

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