Progress Report on Radiation Therapy
Imaging Technology
JULY 9, 2024
News emerging from several leading organizations and vendors in the radiation therapy arena came in at a fast pace in the first part of 2024.
Meet the Minnies 2024 semifinal candidates
AuntMinnie
OCTOBER 2, 2024
The following is the list of candidates for the 2024 edition of the Minnies, AuntMinnie.com 's campaign to recognize the best and brightest in medical imaging. Lindquester, et al, Journal of the American College of Radiology , July 1, 2024. Francisco, et al, Emergency Radiology , April 26, 2024.
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Study Supports Precision Radiation Therapy in Lung Cancer
Imaging Technology
JULY 3, 2024
associate professor of Radiation Oncology, this study should bring finality to what has been a long-standing debate over optimal radiation technique for locally advanced NSCLC. “3D-CRT and 3.5%, respectively. According to lead author Stephen Chun, M.D., 3D-CRT is a rudimentary technique that’s been around for over 50 years.
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Radiation Oncology Physician Groups Unite to Ensure Patient Access to Cancer Care
Imaging Technology
JANUARY 30, 2024
milla1cf Tue, 01/30/2024 - 19:43 January 30, 2024 — The largest professional societies representing radiation oncology physicians in the United States announced a partnership with the goal of reforming radiation oncology Medicare payments to expand and enhance access to high quality care for people with cancer.
Bipartisan Bill to Modernize Radiation Oncology Reimbursement Introduced in Congress
Imaging Technology
MAY 16, 2024
milla1cf Thu, 05/16/2024 - 15:49 May 16, 2024 — Today marks a significant milestone in cancer care with the introduction of bipartisan federal legislation that would revolutionize Medicare reimbursement for radiation therapy. The Radiation Oncology Case Rate (ROCR) Value-Based Payment Program Act of 2024, sponsored by Sen.
BIOTRONIK and Texray Establish Collaboration to Distribute Texray’s Innovative Radiation Protection Products
Imaging Technology
APRIL 25, 2024
milla1cf Thu, 04/25/2024 - 17:38 April 25, 2024 — BIOTRONIK , a leading global medical technology company specializing in innovative cardiovascular and endovascular solutions, proudly announces a multinational distribution partnership with Texray , the pioneering developer of a groundbreaking radiation protection textile.
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Road to RSNA 2024: Digital X-Ray Preview
AuntMinnie
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
This year’s trip along the Road to RSNA for digital x-ray features a few familiar mileposts – AI for chest x-ray studies, for instance – but notably also significant research into how technology and new techniques can reduce radiation exposure in patients. DAEC system reduces portable x-ray radiation doses Sunday, December 1 | 1:20 p.m.-1:30
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Sun Nuclear Announces Landmark Update to Further Advance Radiation Therapy Workflows
Imaging Technology
MAY 1, 2024
milla1cf Wed, 05/01/2024 - 12:19 May 1, 2024 — Sun Nuclear , a Mirion Medical company, today announced the upcoming version 5.0 release of its SunCHECK software for comprehensive Quality Management in radiation therapy. For more information: www.sunnuclear.com Wednesday, May 1, 2024 - 12:19 SunCHECK Version 5.0
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Mirion Dosimetry Services Announces Availability of New InstadoseVUE Wireless Radiation Dosimeter
Imaging Technology
APRIL 9, 2024
milla1cf Tue, 04/09/2024 - 17:04 April 9, 2024 — Mirion Dosimetry Services , a Mirion Medical company, today announced commercial availability of its innovative new Instadose®VUE wireless dosimeter. For more information: www.mirion.com Tuesday, April 9, 2024 - 17:04
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Dr. Neha Vapiwala Voted President-elect of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)
Imaging Technology
JULY 18, 2024
During her four-year term on the Presidential track, Dr. Vapiwala will represent the society’s 10,000 members, who include physicians, physicists, biologists, dosimetrists, radiation therapists, nurses and other professionals involved in radiation oncology care.
Meet the Minnies 2024 finalists
AuntMinnie
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Who made it to the final round in the 2024 edition of the Minnies, AuntMinnie.com 's event recognizing excellence in radiology? She currently serves as chair of the department of medical imaging and radiation sciences in the College of Health Professions at TJU and directs the radiography and invasive cardiovascular technology programs.
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Road to RSNA 2024: Ultrasound Preview
AuntMinnie
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Ultrasound’s versatility is once again on display at RSNA 2024, with researchers showcasing the modality’s ability to be on par with CT and MRI for guiding diagnosis and treatment strategies in some clinical scenarios. Acoustic output can be upped for SWE in diagnosing liver fibrosis Sunday, December 1 | 10:50 a.m.-11:00 11:00 a.m. |
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Dr. Vivek S. Kavadi Named CEO of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)
Imaging Technology
JUNE 21, 2024
milla1cf Fri, 06/21/2024 - 20:25 June 21, 2024 — The American Society for Radiation Oncology ( ASTRO ) announced today that following a nationwide search, Vivek S. Kavadi, MD, MBA, FASTRO will become CEO of the Society effective November 1, 2024. Michalski, MD, MBA, FASTRO, chair of the ASTRO Board of Directors.
Survey Finds Almost Half of Canadians Mistakenly Believe MRI Scans Expose Patients to Radiation
Imaging Technology
JANUARY 24, 2024
milla1cf Wed, 01/24/2024 - 19:20 January 24, 2024 — Whole Body MRI , a private clinic committed to delivering accurate and comprehensive diagnostic solutions that empower patients and physicians to make informed decisions about their health, today released new data that shows a concerning gap in Canadians’ understanding of MRIs.
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Medicare Physician Payment Final Rule Cements More Cuts to Radiation Oncology, Underscores Need for Legislative Fix
Imaging Technology
NOVEMBER 3, 2023
milla1cf Fri, 11/03/2023 - 12:20 November 3, 2023 —The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) issued the following statement from Jeff M. The consistent decline in Medicare reimbursement for radiation oncology threatens to undermine patients’ access to vital cancer care across the country.
Applications Being Accepted for 2024-25 Bob Cassling Memorial Scholarships
Cassling's MRI
DECEMBER 11, 2023
The window for the 2024-2025 Bob Cassling Memorial Scholarship is now open and will be accepting submissions through January 14, 2024. T he scholarship, which honors the late founder of Cassling, provides financial support to rural healthcare professionals seeking a degree or certification in the imaging or radiation therapy fields.
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American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) CEO Laura Thevenot Announces 2024 Retirement
Imaging Technology
JANUARY 9, 2024
milla1cf Tue, 01/09/2024 - 11:02 January 9, 2024 — The American Society for Radiation Oncology ( ASTRO ) announced that CEO Laura Thevenot plans to retire at the end of 2024 after leading the organization since 2002. Proposed new radiation oncology payment program to Congress.
Penn Medicine to Present Multiple Clinical Trial Results at 2024 ASCO Annual Meeting
Imaging Technology
MAY 29, 2024
Schuchter, MD, FASCO , the Madlyn and Leonard Abramson Professor of Clinical Oncology and director of the Tara Miller Melanoma Center at Penn Medicine , is the 2023-2024 ASCO President, and the ASCO Annual Meeting program features more than 200 sessions complementing her Presidential Theme: "The Art and Science of Cancer Care: From Comfort to Cure."
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Radiation oncologists make AACR Academy's 2024 class list
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 15, 2024
Two radiation oncologists have made the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Academy 's 2024 fellows class list. The two radiation oncologists include the following: Laura D. A full list of the AACR's 30 fellows for 2024 can be found here.
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RefleXion to Share Groundbreaking Research in 37 Scientific Presentations at the AAPM 2024 Annual Meeting
Imaging Technology
JULY 22, 2024
Sunday, July 21, 1:42 pm in Room 152 Invited Program: PET Guided Radiation Therapy 101, Dae Yup Han, Ph.D. For more information: www.reflexion.com Find more AAPM24 conference coverage here Monday, July 22, 2024 - 08:56
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SIR 2024: Study finds ultrasound ablation to be a precise, effective treatment for prostate cancer
Health Imaging
MARCH 27, 2024
The MRI-guided transurethral ultrasound ablation comes with minimal side effects, offering cancer patients an alternative to radiation or surgery.
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Radiation oncology groups unite to reform Medicare payments
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 9, 2024
physician groups representing radiation oncology have partnered to try to reform Medicare payments and expand patient access to high-quality care. In other news, ASTRO said that chief executive officer Laura Thevenot plans to retire at the end of 2024 after leading the organization since 2002.
ASTRO Urges Legislative Action as Reimbursement Cuts Continue in Proposed FY25 MPFS
Imaging Technology
JULY 11, 2024
mtaschetta-millane Thu, 07/11/2024 - 08:52 July 11, 2024 — The American Society for Radiation Oncology ( ASTRO ) issued the following statement from Jeff M. Since 2013, CMS has cut radiation oncology reimbursement through the MPFS by more than 20%, more than nearly any other medical specialty. and Gary Peters (D-Mich.),
Elekta Further Strengthens its Elekta ONE Software Suite with Acquisition of Philips Treatment Planning Patent Portfolio
Imaging Technology
MAY 6, 2024
milla1cf Mon, 05/06/2024 - 10:42 May 6, 2024 — Elekta announced the acquisition of Philips Healthcare ’s Pinnacle Treatment Planning System (TPS) patent portfolio. This strategic move bolsters Elekta’s position in treatment planning and underscores its commitment to being the innovation leader in radiation therapy.
Radiologic Tech Consensus Committee White Paper Offers Recommendations on Workforce Shortage and Career Pathways
Imaging Technology
JULY 19, 2024
christine.book Fri, 07/19/2024 - 09:04 July 19, 2024 — Core tactics to address the current medical imaging and radiation therapy workforce shortage and build career pathways were offered in a new white paper from the Consensus Committee on the Future of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy.
Radiotherapy Market Forecast Analyzes Significant Growth
Imaging Technology
JULY 9, 2024
Radiation therapy , also referred to a radiotherapy, is a cancer treatment which utilizes high doses of radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. Radiation therapy , also referred to a radiotherapy, is a cancer treatment which utilizes high doses of radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors.
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Radformation and Icon Group Unite to Transform Cancer Treatment and Workflows
Imaging Technology
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
milla1cf Mon, 02/12/2024 - 15:11 February 12, 2024 — Radformation , a global pioneer in radiation oncology software solutions, is pleased to announce its strategic partnership with Icon Group , a worldwide leader in comprehensive cancer care. For more information: www.radformation.com Monday, February 12, 2024 - 15:11
Radiation Protection Garment Designed to Protect Healthcare Workers
Imaging Technology
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
tim.hodson Tue, 09/24/2024 - 14:54 Sept. 23, 2024 – BAT, an innovative radiation protection garment designed to safeguard the breast, axilla and thyroid, reducing healthcare workers' risk of breast cancer and other radiation-associated cancers is now available from Burlington Medical. 2024 May 6. Health Physics.
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New Campaign From the American Society of Radiologic Technologists Advocates for Profession to "Be Seen"
Imaging Technology
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
milla1cf Fri, 02/23/2024 - 10:22 February 23, 2024 — The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) launched its "Be Seen" campaign today to raise public awareness about the crucial role medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals play in patient diagnosis, intervention and treatment.
The American Society of Radiologic Technologists Announces the BeRAD Professionalism Award
Imaging Technology
JULY 3, 2024
mtaschetta-millane Wed, 07/03/2024 - 09:24 July 3, 2024 — The American Society of Radiologic Technologists has launched the BeRAD Professionalism Award to recognize health systems, imaging centers, hospitals, clinics and other facilities in which medical imaging technologists and radiation therapists demonstrate a culture of professionalism.
Whole Breast Ultrafractionation Radiotherapy After Breast-conserving Surgery in Early Breast Cancer had No Severe Toxicities and Did Not Affect Patient-reported Outcome
Imaging Technology
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
milla1cf Thu, 02/22/2024 - 13:40 February 22, 2024 — The FAST-Forward randomized trial from the UK found that ultrahypofractionated whole breast irradiation (WBI, 26 Gy in five fractions over 1 week) was just as effective as the 3-week regimen for local control. The results were published in Malignancy Spectrum on 30 January 2024.
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High-Frequency Jet Ventilation Safe, Effective for Percutaneous Cryoablation of Lung Tumors
Imaging Technology
JANUARY 25, 2024
milla1cf Thu, 01/25/2024 - 20:51 January 25, 2024 — According to the American Journal of Roentgenology (AJR) , high-frequency jet ventilation appears to be as safe as spontaneous respiration (SR) for percutaneous lung ablation and could increase procedural efficiency, especially for complex cases. Fintelmann et al.
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Study Shows Significant Radiation Reduction for Breast Cancer Patients
Imaging Technology
OCTOBER 3, 2024
tim.hodson Thu, 10/03/2024 - 11:53 Sept. 30, 2024 – A recent study accepted by the American Society of Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) for their annual meeting in Washington D.C. tim.hodson Thu, 10/03/2024 - 11:53 Sept. Thursday, October 3, 2024 - 11:53 VeraForm is a 3D, radiopaque marker developed by Videra Surgical.
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Accuray Expands Global Training Center Network With Opening of New Facility in Genolier, Switzerland
Imaging Technology
APRIL 18, 2024
Training will be tailored to meet the unique requirements of the various medical professionals involved in the care of patients using radiotherapy and radiosurgery, including neurosurgeons, radiation oncologists, medical physicists, dosimetrists and radiotherapy technologists.
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ASTRO Applauds New Bipartisan Legislation to Reform Prior Authorization for Medicare Advantage Patients
Imaging Technology
JUNE 14, 2024
milla1cf Fri, 06/14/2024 - 19:29 June 14, 2024 — The American Society for Radiation Oncology ( ASTRO ) applauded today’s introduction of bipartisan federal legislation to address critical flaws in the prior authorization process. For more information: www.astro.org Friday, June 14, 2024 - 19:29 Kyrsten Sinema (I-Ariz.),
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New Treatment Option for Prostate Cancer Shows Successful Outcomes
Imaging Technology
MARCH 27, 2024
mtaschetta-millane Wed, 03/27/2024 - 08:31 March 27, 2024 — A minimally invasive treatment using MRI and transurethral ultrasound instead of surgery or radiation is effective in treating prostate cancer, according to new research to be presented at the Society of Interventional Radiology Annual Scientific Meeting ( SIR ) in Salt Lake City.
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Radvocates applaud bipartisan bill that would end decade-long decline in Medicare reimbursement
Radiology Business
MAY 15, 2024
The Radiation Oncology Case Rate Value-Based Program Act of 2024 would build on the shelved RO Model and save the federal payment program $200M.
Study Provides Insight into Radiation Exposure’s Impact on Cancer Risk
Imaging Technology
OCTOBER 7, 2024
tim.hodson Mon, 10/07/2024 - 15:01 A major update was made to the International Nuclear Workers Study (INWORKS) , an international epidemiological study of workers in the nuclear sector to assess their risks of cancer and non-cancerous diseases. Monday, October 7, 2024 - 15:01
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Varian Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance for TrueBeam and Edge Radiotherapy Systems Featuring HyperSight Imaging Solution
Imaging Technology
MARCH 1, 2024
milla1cf Fri, 03/01/2024 - 07:46 March 1, 2024 — Varian , a Siemens Healthineers company, announced that it has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. HyperSight imaging allows clinicians to acquire high-quality images during a patient's daily course of radiation treatments. pending or registered U.S.
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AuntMinnie 2011: Joint Commission issues alert on medical radiation
AuntMinnie
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
New articles will be published each Monday until our official anniversary at RSNA 2024. Joint Commission on the dangers of medical radiation. Joint Commission has issued an alert on the dangers of medical radiation, sending an unmistakable signal that radiology has entered its sights in a formal way. Noting that the U.S.
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GE HealthCare to Unveil AI-enhanced Oncology Solutions at ESTRO 2024 Congress
Imaging Technology
MAY 2, 2024
christine.book Thu, 05/02/2024 - 12:01 May 2, 2024 — GE HealthCare has announced a new radiation therapy computed tomography (CT) solution with innovative hardware and software solutions to help increase imaging accuracy. This is a paradigm shift that can potentially reduce the time between simulation and first radiation dose.
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Model predicts radiation oncology staffing shortage in Canada
AuntMinnie
AUGUST 10, 2023
Demand for radiotherapy and radiation oncologists in Canada may grow more quickl.
GE HealthCare launches Revolution RT system
AuntMinnie
MAY 2, 2024
GE HealthCare will unveil its new Revolution RT radiation therapy CT system at the European Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ESTRO) 2024 Congress being held May 3-7 in Glasgow, Scotland.
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Koneksa Announces Study with New York Proton Center to Collect Patient-Generated Health Data During Proton Radiotherapy in Lung Cancer
Imaging Technology
APRIL 29, 2024
a professor in Radiation Oncology at the Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center , aims to demonstrate the feasibility of PGHD collection during proton beam radiotherapy for lung cancer. For more information: www.koneksahealth.com Monday, April 29, 2024 - 13:01 The study, led by principal investigator Nitin Ohri , M.D.,
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