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ESGAR presents

Online Workshop: The Essentials on Abdominal MRI

April 20, 2026

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from € 90,--

Workshop Date

April 20, 2026

Live Streaming

The workshop will be live streamed in a Zoom Webinar format. The session times are CEST.

Workshop Language

The workshop will be held in English.

This workshop is organised by ESGAR, an EACCME Trusted Provider.

Scientific Coordinators:

Senior ESGAR Scientific Coordinator
Maria Antonietta Bali
Rome, Italy

Young ESGAR Scientific Coordinator
Francesca Castagnoli
London, United Kingdom

Faculty:

Workshop Faculty

M.A. Bali, Rome/IT
F. Castagnoli, London/UK
O. Lucidarme, Paris/FR
L. Martí-Bonmatí, Valencia/ES
J. Winfield, London/UK

Description

The Essentials workshop series is designed specifically for Radiologists in Training and non-GI specialised Radiologists seeking a solid foundation in gastrointestinal imaging. Focused on Levels I–II, the series covers all the essential basics you need to know — from appropriate imaging modalities and protocols to interpretation of key imaging findings.

Led by experienced GI radiology fellows, each session offers practical tips & tricks, illustrative case reviews, and concise theoretical insights to enhance your clinical confidence. Whether you're looking to strengthen your day-to-day practice or preparing for the EDGAR diploma, this series provides a valuable learning platform.

This focused Abdominal MRI course is designed to take you from foundational knowledge to practical confidence. Starting with the basics and building in complexity, each session blends key theory with real cases, covering:

  • Imaging modalities and protocols
  • Step-by-step interpretation techniques
  • Practical tips & tricks

Cases include clinical background, guided walkthroughs, and clear take-home learning points — making this course ideal for radiologists aiming to strengthen their skills in abdominal MR imaging in a structured, practical way.

Learning objectives

  • To learn abdominal MRI techniques and protocols, including key sequences, basic MR physics, common artefacts, and methods to optimise image quality
  • To recognise MRI safety and contrast use, including appropriate contrast selection, risk–benefit considerations, and strategies to minimise contrast-related artefacts
  • To learn to identify and understand liver MRI findings, including techniques for assessing diffuse and focal liver disease and integrating imaging with clinical context

Target group

Young radiologists, people who wish to prepare for EDGAR (Diploma) or wish to acquire a foundation-level training across abdominal subspecialties

Monday, April 20, 2026

15:00Welcome and introductionM.A. Bali, Rome/IT
15:05 - 17:05Session 1: Fundamentals 
15:05Abdominal MR sequences and protocols that work (essential MRI physics & sequences, protocol optimisation)tbc
15:55Q & A 
16:05Common Abdominal MR artefacts and MR safetyJ. Winfield, London/UK
16:55Q & A 
17:05Break 
17:20 - 19:30Session 2: Liver MRI 
17:20Welcome and introduction to 2nd partF. Castagnoli, London/UK
17:25Using contrast agents in abdominal MRI: when, which type, and clinical rationaleO. Lucidarme, Paris/FR
18:15Q & A 
18:25Liver MRI: diffuse and focal liver disease (cirrhosis, steatosis and iron overload)L. Martí-Bonmatí, Valencia/ES
19:15Q & A 
19:25Final Remark, Adjourn 

Registration

Registration Fees

Radiologists, Physicians Radiologists in Training (Residents) 
ESGAR Member€ 190.00ESGAR Member€ 90.00
Non Member€ 290.00Non Member€ 150.00


Registration fee includes

  • Live access to lectures and interactive case discussions
  • CME certificate (only for live viewers that have completed the evaluation)
  • Access to full workshop content after the workshop for 4 weeks

The number of participants per workshop is limited and registrations will be accepted on a first come first served basis. Together with the registration payment is necessary. Registrations as radiologist in training (Residents) or Radiographer must be accompanied by a confirmation of the head of the department confirming the status as Resident or Radiographer.

 

Bundle Fees (for all 7 Essentials)

Radiologists, Physicians Radiologists in Training (Residents) 
ESGAR Member€ 1090.00ESGAR Member€ 490.00
Non Member€ 1690.00Non Member€ 850.00

The Bundle offer is only valid until March 18, 2026.

 

Bundle fee includes

  • Live access to lectures and interactive case discussions for all 7 Essentials:
  1. The Essentials on CTC, March 23, 2026 
  2. The Essentials on Abdominal IR, April, 13, 2026 
  3. The Essentials on Abdominal MRI, April 20, 2026 
  4. The Essentials on Upper GI Cancer, November 2, 2026
  5. The Essentials on Pancreatobiliary diseases, November 10, 2026
  6. The Essentials on Small Bowel Imaging, November 16, 2026
  7. The Essentials on Acute Abdomen, November 23, 2026
  • CME certificates for all 7 Essentials (only for live viewers that have completed the evaluation)
  • Access to all 7 Essentials content after each respective workshop for 4 weeks

CME Accreditation

An application will be made to the EACCME for CME accreditation of this event. The EACCME is an institution of the UEMS (www.uems.eu).

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from € 90,--