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Automated protocoling algorithm reduces radiologist CT workload

AuntMinnie

An automated protocoling algorithm used with a hospital's electronic health record (EHR) software reduces radiologist CT exam workload, a research team from Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston has reported. The findings could make busy radiology departments more efficient, wrote a team led by Ryan Chung, MD.

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Patient access to imaging reports faster post-Cures Act enactment

AuntMinnie

However, the researchers cautioned that this could impact communication between patients and radiologists when discussing findings. Radiologists should consider mechanisms to ensure timely and appropriate communication of important findings to ordering providers,” Tan and co-authors wrote.

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Key interventions cut delays for MRIs performed on sedated patients

AuntMinnie

The results were published June 18 in the Journal of the American College of Radiology. The group -- which included radiologists, MRI technologists, radiology and outpatient clinic nursing staff, anesthesiologists, and a pediatrician -- identified particular stages in the imaging process where delays could occur. Of these, 88.7%

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Predictions for Healthcare AI Entering 2023

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Whether it be unleashing genomic sequencing to personalize oncologic treatments or developing an electronic medical records system, the healthcare industry as a whole abides by the highest standards of testing and evaluation prior to welcoming novel solutions that may impact patient lives.