Dates for our 2nd annual CT-Protocol Optimization Workshop have been selected!
Mark your calendars for Monday August 10th & Tuesday August 11th, 2026 at WIMR (Wisconsin Institutes for Medical Research) on the UW Madison campus. Prepare yourself for another exciting year filled with engaging lectures and immersive hands-on lab sessions directly in our CT suites.
Keep scrolling for more details on the event and access to last year’s agenda and pictures.
What is CT-POW?
CT-POW (Computed Tomography – Protocol Optimization Workshop) is an interdisciplinary, hands-on conference dedicated to enhancing CT protocols and workflows. Designed for radiologists, CT technologists, imaging informaticists, and medical physicists, this event provides a unique opportunity to collaborate, learn, and implement practical solutions to optimize CT imaging practices.
Why Attend CT-POW?
- Hands-on Learning – Engage directly with leading experts in CT imaging and workflow optimization.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration – Connect with professionals across multiple specialties to develop well-rounded solutions.
- Real-World Problem Solving – Work on practical case studies and apply knowledge to solve everyday CT protocol challenges.
- Actionable Takeaways – Leave with strategies and tools you can immediately implement in your practice.
Who Should Attend?
CT-POW is designed for professionals involved in CT imaging, including:
- Radiologists – Learn how protocol optimization impacts diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes.
- CT Technologists – Gain insights into advanced scanning techniques and workflow improvements.
- Medical Physicists – Explore strategies to minimize radiation dose while maintaining image quality.
- Imaging Informaticists – Discover best practices for integrating protocols into clinical systems.
What to Expect at CT-POW?
- Expert-led workshops on protocol refinement and radiation dose management
- Interactive case discussions and workflow analysis
- Live demonstrations on optimizing CT scanner settings
- Networking opportunities with leading professionals in the field
Join us for this groundbreaking event and be at the forefront of CT imaging innovation.
CT POW 2026
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CT POW 2025
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7:45-8:15am Check In: WIMR 2409 Welcome to CT POW! Agenda Overview for Guests Breakfast spread (Panera Bread) Attendees will be divided into 2 groups: “Hounsfield & Cormack” |
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| Time | Title | Speaker | Location |
| 8:15-8:30am | Welcome | Tim Szczykutowicz PhD, DABR | WIMR 2409 |
| 8:30-9:00am | CT 101 Introduction | Tim Szczykutowicz PhD, DABR | WIMR 2409 |
| 9:00-9:30am | Protocol Optimization | Tim Szczykutowicz PhD, DABR | WIMR 2409 |
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9:30-9:45am Break |
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| 9:45-10:15am (Group Hounsfield) |
Protocolling: From Family Physician to Sub-Specialty Radiologist | Carrie Bartels RT(R)(CT)
Kelsey Schluter BS RT(R)(CT) |
WIMR 2409 |
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10:15-10:45am (Group Hounsfield) |
A Comprehensive Guide to Interventional CT: Technology, Workflow, & Dose Considerations | Martin Wagner Dr.sc.hum | WIMR 2409 |
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9:45-10:45am (Group Cormack) |
Hands-on CT Protocol Optimization | Tim Szczykutowicz PhD, DABR
Rachel Bladorn BS RT(R)(CT) Courtney Goetsch RT(R)(CT) |
Lab |
| 10:45-11:45am |
Group Hounsfield follows Group Cormack schedule from 9:45-10:45am block above Group Cormack follows Group Hounsfield schedule from 9:45-10:45am block above |
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11:45am-12:30pm: Lunch (Cafe Zupa’s) WIMR 2409 |
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12:30-1:00pm (Group Hounsfield) |
CT Dose: Are we really giving people cancer? | Tim Szczykutowicz PhD, DABR
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WIMR 2409 |
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1:00-1:30pm (Group Hounsfield) |
CT Reconstruction: from Filtered Back Projection to Deep Learning | Ran Zhang PhD | WIMR 2409 |
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12:30-1:30pm (Group Cormack) |
CT Intervention: Hands on Biopsy | Martin Wagner Dr.sc.hum
Kelsey Schluter BS RT(R)(CT) |
Lab |
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1:30-2:30pm |
Group Hounsfield follows Group Cormack schedule from 12:30-1:30pm block above Group Cormack follows Group Hounsfield schedule from 12:30-1:30pm block above |
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| 2:30-3:00pm | Questions, Comments, Knowledge Evaluation |
WIMR 2409 |
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9:00-9:30am Check in: WIMR 2409 Welcome to CT POW! Agenda Overview for Guests Light Breakfast options/refreshments provided Attendees will be in same groups as Day 1 |
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| Time | Title | Speaker | Location |
| 9:30-9:45am | Welcome | Tim Szczykutowicz PhD, DABR
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WIMR 2409 |
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9:45-10:15am (Group Hounsfield) |
CT Contrast Agents & Enhancement Principles | Zahra Alyani Nezhad MS | WIMR 2409 |
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10:15-10:45am (Group Hounsfield) |
CT Images: What Do These Values Mean and How Can We Use Them? | Aria Salyapongse MS | WIMR 2409 |
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9:45-10:45am (Group Cormack) |
Exploring the limits of Scanner Capabilities |
Tim Szczykutowicz PhD, DABR Ran Zhang PhD
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Lab |
| 10:45-11:45am |
Group Hounsfield follows Group Cormack schedule from 9:45-10:45am block above Group Cormack follows Group Hounsfield schedule from 9:45-10:45am block above |
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11:45am-12:30pm Lunch (Jason’s Deli) WIMR 2409
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| 12:30-1:00pm | Avoiding CT Pitfalls | Tim Szczykutowicz PhD, DABR | WIMR 2409 |
| 1:00-1:45pm | Anatomy Crash Course: A CT Primer for Non-Radiologists | Giuseppe V. Toia, MD, MS
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WIMR 2409 |
| 1:45-2:30pm |
Clinical Applications of CT in the Abdomen and Pelvis
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Meghan Lubner, MD, FSAR, FACR | WIMR 2409 |
| 2:30-3:00pm | Questions, Comments, Knowledge Evaluation |
WIMR 2409 |
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