2026 Classic Lectures in Shoulder Imaging

This CME teaching activity is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of shoulder imaging, focusing on current techniques and approaches for the evaluation of a wide range of shoulder conditions. Faculty will review imaging of rotator cuff disease, instability, postoperative and post-arthroplasty shoulders, and conditions affecting the throwing athlete. Emphasis will be placed on the use of MRI and ultrasound, recognition of common pitfalls, and the role of imaging in guiding patient management.

This CME teaching activity is designed for radiologists, musculoskeletal imaging specialists, orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the diagnosis and management of shoulder conditions. It is also appropriate for residents and fellows seeking to enhance their knowledge of shoulder imaging.

Educational Symposia

Physicians: Educational Symposia is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Educational Symposia designates this enduring material for a maximum of 7.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

All activity participants are required to complete the credit application in order to be awarded credit. Course participants will also have the opportunity to critically evaluate the program as it relates to practice relevance and educational objectives.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)^TM for these programs may be claimed until March 31, 2029.

This program is planned and organized by Educational Symposia, a leader in accredited continuing education since 1975.

This activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Essential Areas and Elements.

At the completion of this CME teaching activity, you should be able to:

• Discuss the role of MRI and ultrasound in the evaluation of shoulder pathology.
• Review imaging approaches for rotator cuff disease and other common shoulder conditions.
• Explain imaging evaluation of shoulder instability, including associated soft tissue and osseous abnormalities.
• Describe imaging assessment of the postoperative shoulder, including arthroplasty and repair.

No special educational preparation is required for this CME activity.