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New CMS-Approved MRI Standards: Enhancing Safety in Remote Scanning and Portable Imaging

Vesta Teleradiology

These updates, effective immediately, aim to enhance patient safety and adapt to advancements in MRI practices. Key Updates in MRI Standards Remote Scanning Protocols: The revised standards mandate that a registered technologist must always be present with the patient during remote MRI scans.

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The Human Element of AI in Radiology Deployment

Aidoc

The Power of Education and Communication in AI Success One of the biggest misconceptions about AI in radiology is that it replaces physicians. From the outset, securing buy-in from administrators and frontline staff requires transparent communication. They feel empowered by these expanded roles.

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Minnies winners for 2023 highlight AI, innovation in radiology

AuntMinnie

The technology figured prominently in five Minnies categories, including Hottest Clinical Procedure. Pickhardt believes using additional clinical data on CT imaging could save healthcare costs, especially when AI tools are used in parallel, suggesting it is a cost-effective or even cost-saving strategy for personalized or precision medicine.

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Bridging the Communication Gap Between the Emergency Department and Radiologist

Aidoc

Fraught with waiting rooms capaciously full of the ill and injured, under resourced and overworked staff members, incessant alarm bells and chimes, and an endless stream of patients akin to the analogy of digging a hole at the beach only to be filled in again by crashing waves. This predictable occurrence is a seemingly inevitable reality.

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Can LLMs help improve oncologic imaging interpretation?

AuntMinnie

Radiologists highly prefer patient clinical histories generated by large language models (LLMs) for oncologic imaging requisitions to those typically produced by referring physicians,according to research published February 4 in Radiology.

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Bridging the Communication Gap Between the Emergency Department and Radiologist

Aidoc

Fraught with waiting rooms capaciously full of the ill and injured, under resourced and overworked staff members, incessant alarm bells and chimes, and an endless stream of patients akin to the analogy of digging a hole at the beach only to be filled in again by crashing waves. This predictable occurrence is a seemingly inevitable reality.

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What Healthcare Providers Need to Know About FDA-Cleared CGM Sensors During Imaging: A Guide to FreeStyle Libre 2 and 3

Vesta Teleradiology

Safety Considerations : While the sensors are now approved for use during imaging procedures, it’s crucial to note that sensor readings may be compromised during an MRI. Ensure that imaging equipment settings align with the recommended parameters to maintain patient safety and device integrity.