SCMR Level 1 Course: Lithuania
September 11-12, 2025
Location: Emmanuel Levinas Centre, Kaunas, Lithuania
Chair: Prof. Tomas Lapinskas
Co-Chair: Prof. Vanessa Ferreira

Target audience:
This event is specifically designed for cardiologists, radiologists, and CMR technicians looking to build or enhance their CMR expertise in alignment with SCMR Level 1 guidelines.
Objectives:
- Gain Level I competence verification in cardiovascular magnetic resonance in alignment with SCMR guidelines.
- Learn the essentials of a CMR program, including patient preparation, scanning techniques and post-processing.
- Participate in engaging case-based discussions, exploring ischemic heart disease, cardiomyopathies, valvular heart disease, and more.
- Enjoy exclusive benefits: one year of free LSC membership and a 50% discount on SCMR membership for one year!
Course Highlights:
Day 1: Foundations and Key Case Studies
- Dive into CMR fundamentals, protocols, scanning techniques, contrast agents, devices and post-processing.
- Explore over 20 case studies focused on ischemic heart disease, MINOCA, hypertensive and athlete’s heart.
Day 2: Advanced Cases and Special Topics
- Analyze 20 additional cases, covering topics such as cardiomyopathies, valvular and aortic disease, cardiac masses, and pericardial disease.
- Gain insights into congenital heart disease, including a 10-case review.