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What can global radiology learn from Singapore?

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The technology's value is limited by the expertise of the operator and poor conditions for diagnostic-quality ultrasound in the home and inpatient settings, and in primary care settings, there is a steep learning curve for staff, and accreditation and maintenance of skills are both essential, Tan pointed out. since 2010.

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How to comply with CMS's CT radiation dose measure

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Administered CT radiation doses are highly variable across patients, radiologists, and hospitals throughout the U.S. 1 Some patients receive excessive radiation doses without diagnostic benefit, needlessly increasing their personal risk of developing cancer. 2 Rebecca Smith-Bindman, MD. 2022 Feb; 302(2):380-389.

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University of Washington CT expert offers contrast conservation tips

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The University of Washington's radiology department performs 120 to 130 CT exams per day for inpatients, outpatients, and emergency patients. That's why in 2021, the department invested in a syringeless power injector (CT Motion, GEHC), which has had a dramatic effect on the ability to conserve CT contrast.

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Predictions for Healthcare AI Entering 2023

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According to a survey conducted in 2021, nearly 40% of respondents were engaged in the AI market or actively assessing the role AI would play in their health system. In 2021, the AI in healthcare market was worth around 11 billion U.S. For example, helping radiologists read exams, ED physicians identify sepsis, etc.