Musculoskeletal x-ray image interpretation 1

You will build upon your clinical expertise and professional experience. Your existing knowledge about appearances on radiographic images in the field of emergency image interpretation of the shoulder girdle, upper limbs and the cervical spine will be complemented

You will apply a systematic methodology to interpret radiographic images involving trauma, sport injuries, and common pathologies including trauma and non-trauma conditions affecting adult and paediatric patients.

You will learn how to use evidence-based information to communicate your findings of both normal and abnormal radiographic appearances of the shoulder girdle, upper limbs and the cervical spine. You will learn to increase your capability in decision making and clinical judgement which can be communicated in acute care settings.

You will learn to contextualise the practice of radiographic image interpretation in the broader context of the health care system and patient management.