Positron Emission Tomography
Chuck Stearns reviews the imaging basics of PET. He delves into the physics of PET and explains the importance of resolution, sensitivity, and noise. Finally, Chuck reviews some of the key requirements of PET detector technology.

Presenter:
Chuck Stearns, PhD, PET Systems Engineer
GE Healthcare
Waukesha, Wisconsin

Topics:
• Imaging basics of PET
• Physics of PET
• Understanding resolution, sensitivity, and noise characteristics
• PET detectors

Who should view:
Radiation Oncologists, Radiation Physicists, and other interested healthcare professionals

Length of Time: 51:45



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