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SCMR/ASCI Joint Level 1 Course


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Date

Wednesday, 20 May 2026 and Thursday, 21 May 2026

Start Time

07:45 on 20 May and 08:00 on 21 May

End Time

18:00 on 20 May and 18:30 on 21 May

Location

Tower Block, Level 1, Seminar Room 1, National University Hospital, Singapore


Course Fee:
SCMR and ASCI Members - SGD 500
Non-Members - SGD 550

Course Overview

Join us for an intensive 2-day workshop covering the basics of CMR physics, MRI safety, and scanning protocols for common cardiac conditions. Our expert-led sessions will delve into cardiomyopathy, perfusion, viability, valvular heart disease, and congenital heart disease. With 50 mentored CMR cases and hands-on training on advanced workstations, you'll gain practical experience and a deep understanding of CMR indications, image interpretation, and reporting. Perfect for those seeking Level 1 SCMR accreditation, this workshop provides a comprehensive learning experience with ample opportunity for questions and guidance.

Workstation and software supported by Circle CVI 

Course Director

Chiara Bucciarelli-Ducci
Chai Ping

SCMR/ASCI Joint Level 1 Course Speakers/Trainers

Chiara Bucciarelli-Ducci — CEO, SCMR
Vanessa Ferreira — President, SCMR
Calvin Chin Woon Loong — Senior Consultant, Department of Cardiology, National Heart Centre Singapore
Chai Ping — Senior Consultant, Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre Singapore
Lynette Teo — Senior Consultant, Department of Diagnostic Imaging, National University Hospital
Marie Houdmont — Associate Consultant, Department of Medicine, Alexandra Hospital
Mindy Choong — Consultant, Department of Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery, National University Heart Centre Singapore
Ong Ching Ching — Senior Consultant, Department of Diagnostic Imaging, National University Hospital
Sara Tyebally — Consultant, Division of Cardiology, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital
Shalini Nair — Principal Radiographer, Department of Diagnostic Imaging, National University Hospital
Sia Ching Hui — Consultant, Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre Singapore
Song Junda — Principal Radiographer, Department of Diagnostic Imaging, National University Hospital
Tan Ru San — Senior Consultant, Department of Cardiology, National Heart Centre Singapore

Programme

Wednesday 20 May 2026
Time Session Speaker
7.30-8.30 amRegistration
8.30-8.40 amWelcome and IntroductionChiara Bucciarelli-Ducci, Chai Ping
Session IModerator: Chai Ping
8.40-9.00 amCommon CMR sequencesApp spec from GE
9.00-9.20 amVolumes, velocities, flowsSia Ching Hui
9.20-9.40 amCommon CMR artifacts and how to overcome themShalini Nair
9.40-10.00 amCMR Safety, scanning with arrhythmias and CIEDsShalini Nair
10.00-10.20 amT1, T2, T2* mapping, ECV measurementMarie Houdmont
10.20-10.40 amGadolinium enhancementVanessa Ferreira
10.40-11.00 amTea Break
Session IIModerator: Chai Ping
11.00-11.20 amEvaluation of heart failureChai Ping
11.20-11.40 amAcute myocardial infarction including MINOCAChiara Bucciarelli-Ducci
11.40-12.00 pmChronic IHD and myocardial viability assessmentChai Ping
12.00-12.20 pmMyocarditis and pericarditisVanessa Ferreira
12.20-12.40 pmEvaluation of left ventricular hypertrophyChai Ping
12.40-1.00 pmArrhythmogenic, takotsubo cardiomyopathyOng Ching Ching
1.00-2.00 pmLunch symposium (GE Healthcare)
MR scanner technologies and future development
Session IIIModerators: Chai Ping, Sia Ching Hui, Chiara Bucciarelli-Ducci, Lau Wai Keat, Choo Yun Song, Lynette Teo, Song Junda
2.00-3.40 pmLive scanning
3.40-4.00 pmTea Break
Session IVModerator: Chai Ping
4.00-4.20 pmEvaluation of chest pain and suspected IHDCalvin Chin
4.20-4.40 pmRestrictive cardiomyopathyChai Ping
4.40-5.00 pmHypertrophic cardiomyopathyCalvin Chin
Session VDemonstrators:
5.00-6.00 pmSoftware demonstration
Thursday 21 May 2026
Time Session Speaker
7.30-8.30 amSign in
Session VIModerator: Chai Ping
8.30-8.50 amRegurgitant valvular diseaseTan Ru San
8.50-9.10 amStenotic valvular diseaseTan Ru San
9.10-9.30 amCongenital heart diseases ILynette Teo
9.30-9.50 amCongenital heart diseases IILynette Teo
9.50-10.10 amAorta and pulmonary arteriesMindy Choong
10.10-10.30 amCardiac and paracardiac massesMindy Choong
10.30-10.50 amTea break
Session VII Mentored casesTrainers: Chai Ping, Marie Houdmont, Sia Ching Hui, Chiara Bucciarelli-Ducci
10.50 am-1.00 pmVolumes, flow, T1, T2, T2* measurements, IHD
1.00-2.00 pmLunch symposium (Bayer)
MR contrast development and future
Session VIII Mentored casesTrainers: Chai Ping, Sara Tyebally, Sia Ching Hui, Vanessa Ferreira
2.00-3.30 pmCardiomyopathies, myocarditis, pericardial diseases
3.30-3.50 pmTea break
Session VIX Mentored casesTrainers: Chai Ping, Lynette Teo, Ong Ching Ching
3.50-6.00 pmValvular diseases, aortic diseases, congenital heart diseases, masses
6.00-6.30 pmConclusions and Closing Remarks