Imaging Anatomy Course

Lesson 1 • Image Formation and Contrast

Explains how tissue density, attenuation, and signal intensity create visible contrast on images. Builds the perceptual foundation needed to distinguish normal from abnormal structures.

Lesson 2 • Anatomical Terminology and Orientation

Covers directional terms, body planes, and positional language essential for image interpretation. Provides the reference framework used throughout all subsequent imaging chapters.

Lesson 3 • Overview of Imaging Modalities

Introduces radiography, CT, MRI, ultrasound, and nuclear imaging at a conceptual level. Connects modality selection to tissue contrast and clinical indication.

Lesson 1 • Normal Variants in Thoracic Imaging

Catalogs common anatomical variants that mimic pathology on chest imaging. Reduces false-positive interpretation errors in clinical practice.

Lesson 2 • Cardiac and Great Vessel Anatomy

Traces cardiac chambers, valves, and great vessels using CT angiography and standard axial slices. Connects cardiac anatomy to functional imaging interpretation.

Lesson 3 • Chest Radiograph Anatomy

Identifies cardiac silhouette, lung fields, hila, and bony thorax on PA and lateral radiographs. Establishes baseline normal appearance before CT correlation.

Lesson 4 • Pulmonary Anatomy on CT

Details lobar, segmental, and subsegmental bronchopulmonary anatomy visible on high-resolution CT. Enables precise localization of pulmonary lesions for clinical reporting.

Lesson 1 • Solid Organ Anatomy on CT

Covers liver segments, spleen, pancreas, and adrenal glands using contrast-enhanced CT phases. Establishes organ boundaries and internal architecture for lesion localization.

Lesson 2 • Abdominal Vasculature and Lymphatics

Traces the aorta, celiac axis, mesenteric vessels, and portal system on CT angiography. Provides vascular roadmap essential for surgical planning and pathology identification.

Lesson 3 • Pelvic Anatomy by Gender

Details bladder, rectum, and gender-specific reproductive organs on CT and MRI. Enables accurate organ identification for pelvic pathology assessment.

Lesson 4 • Peritoneal Spaces and Retroperitoneum

Defines peritoneal recesses, retroperitoneal compartments, and fascial planes on CT. Explains fluid and pathology distribution pathways within the abdomen.

Lesson 1 • Hip, Knee, and Ankle Anatomy

Details acetabulum, femoral head, knee compartments, and ankle ligaments on MRI and CT. Enables precise localization of lower limb pathology in trauma and orthopedic imaging.

Lesson 2 • Joint Anatomy on MRI

Identifies cartilage, synovium, ligaments, and menisci using MRI signal characteristics. Connects joint anatomy to common injury patterns seen in clinical imaging.

Lesson 3 • Bone Anatomy on Radiographs

Reviews cortical and trabecular bone, growth plates, and periosteum on plain films. Establishes normal bone architecture as a baseline for detecting pathological change.

Lesson 4 • Shoulder and Upper Extremity Anatomy

Maps rotator cuff, glenohumeral joint, elbow, and wrist anatomy on MRI and radiographs. Prepares students to identify upper limb structures relevant to sports and trauma imaging.

Lesson 1 • Spinal Cord and Canal Anatomy

Identifies cord segments, nerve roots, intervertebral discs, and epidural space on MRI. Connects spinal anatomy to radiculopathy and myelopathy imaging patterns.

Lesson 2 • Brain Anatomy on CT

Maps cerebral lobes, basal ganglia, ventricles, and cisterns on non-contrast CT. Establishes the baseline appearance used to detect hemorrhage, edema, and mass effect.

Lesson 3 • Vascular Anatomy of the Brain

Traces anterior, middle, and posterior cerebral arteries and venous sinuses on MR angiography. Provides the vascular map needed for stroke localization and aneurysm identification.

Lesson 4 • Cranial Nerves and Skull Base

Localizes cranial nerve foramina and skull base compartments on thin-slice CT and MRI. Enables identification of cranial nerve pathways relevant to head and neck pathology.

Lesson 1 • Temporal Bone and Inner Ear Anatomy

Identifies ossicles, cochlea, semicircular canals, and facial nerve canal on high-resolution CT. Provides the anatomical detail required for otologic and cochlear implant imaging.

Lesson 2 • Salivary Glands and Thyroid Imaging

Covers parotid, submandibular, and sublingual gland anatomy alongside thyroid and parathyroid on CT and ultrasound. Connects glandular anatomy to mass and calculus localization.

Lesson 3 • Larynx and Hypopharynx Anatomy

Maps laryngeal cartilages, vocal cords, and hypopharyngeal recesses on CT and MRI. Supports staging of laryngeal tumors and interpretation of airway pathology.

Lesson 4 • Facial Bones and Paranasal Sinuses

Identifies orbital walls, nasal bones, and sinus anatomy on CT in axial and coronal planes. Provides the anatomical basis for interpreting facial trauma and sinusitis imaging.

Lesson 1 • Anatomical Landmarks for Guided Procedures

Identifies safe access windows, critical adjacent structures, and needle trajectory landmarks for common biopsies. Translates anatomical knowledge directly into procedural safety.

Lesson 2 • Renal and Adrenal Vascular Anatomy

Identifies renal artery origins, accessory vessels, and adrenal arterial supply on CT angiography. Supports renal artery intervention and adrenal vein sampling procedures.

Lesson 3 • Hepatic and Splanchnic Vasculature

Details hepatic arterial variants, portal vein anatomy, and splenic vasculature for hepatic intervention. Prepares students for TIPS, embolization, and ablation procedure planning.

Lesson 4 • Venous Anatomy for Procedures

Maps central venous anatomy including subclavian, jugular, and inferior vena cava for catheter placement. Reduces procedural complications through precise anatomical knowledge.

Lesson 1 • Anatomy in Oncologic Staging Imaging

Applies regional anatomical knowledge to lymph node mapping and tumor boundary delineation on CT and MRI. Connects anatomy directly to staging accuracy and treatment planning.

Lesson 2 • Anatomy-Based Reporting and Communication

Translates anatomical findings into precise, structured radiology report language using standardized terminology. Ensures clinical teams receive actionable, anatomically accurate imaging reports.

Lesson 3 • Anatomical Variants and Pitfalls

Catalogs clinically significant variants across all body regions that simulate pathology on imaging. Reduces diagnostic error by distinguishing normal variation from true disease.

Lesson 4 • Cross-Sectional Anatomy Correlation

Correlates axial, coronal, and sagittal views of the same structure across CT and MRI simultaneously. Builds three-dimensional spatial reasoning essential for advanced image interpretation.