SPIE Medical Imaging is a multidisciplinary forum that seeks to advance medical imaging technologies: image processing, CAD, modeling, PACS, ultrasonic imaging, biomedical research, and more.Papers will be accepted in these areas:  + Physics of Medical Imaging + Image Processing + Computer-Aided Diagnosis + Image-guided Procedures, Robotic Interventions and Modeling + Biomedical Applications in Molecular, Structural, and Functional Imaging + Image Perception, Observer Performance, and Technology Assessment + Advanced PACS-based Imaging Informatics and Therapeutic Applications + Ultrasonic Imaging and Signal Processing  + Digital PathologyCourses and Workshops Medical Imaging 2013 will include 13 half- and full-day technical short courses and workshops. 2013 course lists and descriptions will be available September 2012.