OBJECTIVES
To provide the subspecialty nuclear cardiology fellow with the theoretical and practical aspects of nuclear cardiology, including SPECT sestamibi scintigraphy, MUGA scan tests and exercise stress test interpretation.

DURATION
6 - 12 months

CONTENT

• Understand the theoretical aspects of nuclear cardiology.

• Appreciate radiation physics and radiation safety.

• Learn the practical aspects of the various techniques, including sestamibi and Thallium scintigraphy, and multigated blood pool scans.

• Learn the various stress protocols involved including exercise stress, and pharmacological stress techniques utilising IV dipyridamole and dobutamine.

• Master the interpretations of the various imaging results.

• Be responsible for data entry and assist in patient care.

• Participate in research projects.

ADMISSION CRITERIA

• MMed, MRCP or its equivalent.

• Completed 2 years of general training in Cardiology

HANDS-ON TRAINING
Yes