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Explore the Latest Advances in Nuclear Cardiology
Attend the 2019 SNMMI Mid-Winter and ACNM Annual Meeting, January 17-19 in Palm Springs, California and enhance your skills in new areas of nuclear cardiology as you learn directly from the experts developing the methods and leading their clinical application. Register today.
IDEAS Webinars and Resources
SNMMI offers a number of free resources on the Imaging Dementia — Evidence for Amyloid Scanning (IDEAS) Study, including helpful links and on-demand webinars.
Targeted Radioisotope Therapy Webinar Series
The new technologies of radionuclide therapy are allowing for personalized treatment of various forms of cancer. Learn more about the clinical utility of these procedures and earn free CE credit.
Healthcare Provider
Welcome to our Healthcare Provider portal. Everything you need to understand the advantages and applications of nuclear medicine and molecular imaging in your practice. Find out more about ordering the right test for the right patient at the right time.
- What's New
- Disease-Specific Information
- Guidelines
- Ordering Information
- Other Resources
- Request a Speaker
SNMMI's Newly Approved Appropriate Use Criteria
Appropriate Use Criteria (AUC) are statements that contain indications describing when, and how often, an intervention should be performed under the auspices of scientific evidence, clinical judgment, and patient values while avoiding unnecessary provisions of services. SNMMI follows a balanced multidisciplinary approach to guidance development by including various stakeholders in the development process. To view the development process, please click the following link: SNMMI AUC Development Process.
NEW AUCs:
- Somatostatin Receptor PET Imaging in Neuroendocrine Tumors
- Hepatobiliary Scintigraphy in Abdominal Pain
- FDG PET/CT Restaging and Response Assessment of Malignant Disease
- Bone Scintigraphy in Prostate and Breast Cancer
- Ventilation/Perfusion (V/Q) Imaging in Pulmonary Embolism
Disease-Specific Information
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Neurology
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Guidance
SNMMI has created guidelines to identify those elements of the procedure that are most important in obtaining a high-quality examination, Appropriate Use Criteria (AUC), and is working towards optimizing dose.
Guidelines
Appropriate Use Criteria
Dosimetry
Dose Optimization
Related Resources
NCCN's Guidelines Tabular Summary
NCCN Practice Guidelines Narrative Summary
Ordering Information
The SNMMI PET Center of Excellence has created a go-to resource with in-depth ordering information and printable materials related to PET and PET/CT, including:
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Sample Request Forms
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Sample Letters of Medical Necessity
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Sample Reports from Nuclear Medicine Physician
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CMS Decision Memos
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Other Resources
Request a Speaker
SNMMI is dedicated to providing the community with access to the most knowledgeable and experienced speakers in the field of nuclear medicine and molecular imaging. As part of the new Outreach Program, SNMMI is working to enhance relationships with relevant societies and patient organizations. We have created a pool of speakers who can speak at your next meeting. Please complete the form below to request a speaker.
Outreach Speaker Request Form
Outreach Program
FAQs
- April 8, 2019 —
SNMMI and ACR Collaborate on Clinical Data Registry for Nuclear Medicine
SNMMI and the American College of Radiology announce a new collaborative clinical data registry to support high-quality practice and patient care. The registry will allow collection and analysis of data on nuclear medicine procedures, supporting continuous improvement of patient care.
(Press Release) - April 4, 2019 —
SNMMI/ASNC Alert: Important Drug Safety Information for Rubidium 82 Generators
Recently, there has been a report of high-level radiation exposure with use of incorrect eluent in Rubidium 82 Rb82 generators after a failure to follow the eluate testing protocol. ASNC and SNMMI members are reminded to use only additive-free, 0.9 % Sodium Chloride Injection, USP (normal saline) to elute the Rubidium 82 Rb82 generator.
(Government Relations News) - April 4, 2019 —
New PET Imaging Biomarker Could Better Predict Progression of Alzheimer’s Disease
Researchers have discovered a way to better predict progression of Alzheimer’s disease. A study utilizing positron emission tomography to image microglial activation levels showed that these levels could predict current and future cognitive performance better than beta-amyloid levels. The research is published in the April issue of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine.
(Press Release) - March 29, 2019 —
First Total-Body PET/CT Studies Show Potential for Better, Faster, Lower-Dose Images
The first human case studies from the first total-body PET/CT scanner show enhanced image quality, reduced scan time, a longer time window to perform the scan, reduced dose and total-body dynamic imaging, among other benefits and possibilities. The research is published in the March issue of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine.
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Jun 25, 2019
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SNMMI 2019 Annual Meeting
Anaheim Convention Center
Headquarter Hotel: Hilton Anaheim | Anaheim | - Jan 23, 2020 -
Jan 25, 2020
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SNMMI 2020 Mid-Winter Meeting
Marriott Tampa Waterside | Tampa | - Jun 13, 2020 -
Jun 16, 2020
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SNMMI 2020 Annual Meeting
New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
Headquarter Hotel: New Orleans Marriott Downtown | New Orleans | - Jun 12, 2021 -
Jun 15, 2021
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SNMMI 2021 Annual Meeting
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Headquarter Hotel: Marriott Marquis Washington, DC | Washington | - Jun 11, 2022 -
Jun 14, 2022
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SNMMI 2022 Annual Meeting
Vancouver Convention Centre
Co-Headquarter Hotels: Fairmont Waterfront and Pan Pacific | Vancouver | Canada
Featured Resources
- Legislative Issues
SNMMI monitors multiple federal legislative issues and provides resources including issue summaries, letters to Congress, and analysis. Most of this information is in the government relations news section of this web site.
- Celebrate Women in Medicine Month
- Radiation Safety+ Review and Essentials
- Clincal Guidelines
Tools, supported by evidence, to harmonize the practice of nuclear medicine using a progressive and safe approach.
- Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Week: October 6-12, 2019
Happy Nuclear Medicine Week! Encourage community members to take pride in their profession – recognizing their colleagues for their hard work and promoting nuclear medicine to the entire medical community as well as to the public.