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In this episode, Heather Kistka, MD, a neurosurgeon with Beacon Health discusses imaging options for the brain and spine.  She helps describe which test should be ordered, and how it should be ordered.

Dr. Heather Kistka has no conflicts of interest to report regarding this CME presentation. 

CME Objectives:

1. Understand which imaging modality should be used in order to identify the suspected problem
2. Understand when contrast will be needed in an imaging study
3. Understand the why one would order a standing versus a supine spine x-ray

Thanks for listening! Until the next time when we “Turn the Power of Medical Education ON Together!”