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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. Its about patient care. They feel empowered by these expanded roles.

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Revolutionizing ED Efficiency: The Role of AI in Improving Workflows and Key Metrics

Aidoc

AI technologies , particularly those that help automate administrative and clinical tasks, can have a transformative impact on key metrics like patient throughput, length of stay (LoS) and communication between medical teams. LoS in the ED is often affected by delays in receiving test results or coordinating care with other teams.

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Cyberattacks: What can radiology do to boost protection?

AuntMinnie

The sudden, immediate, and complete shutdown of the radiology information system (RIS) and picture archiving and communications system (PACS) was profound and devastating in our tertiary referral center with a high volume and complex case mix,” wrote medical oncologist Dr. Rachel Keogh, and colleagues. proton mail).

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NEJM: fMRI shows that some unresponsive patients perform cognitive tasks

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"Evidence of cognitive motor dissociation may prompt more thorough investigation of subtle behaviors that are under volitional control, uncovering potential avenues for communicating with the patient and respecting their autonomy," they wrote.

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Bridging the Communication Gap Between the Emergency Department and Radiologist

Aidoc

For the clinical staff who deliver patient care, expectations from their organization and clientele similarly center around providing excellent care as well as excellent service. Similarly, predictive analytics are being used more frequently to solve for the current challenges of managing patient capacity and throughput.

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Nearly half of outpatient MRI orders are delayed

AuntMinnie

It's crucial to mitigate the factors that cause these delays -- which negatively affect patient care, wrote a team led by Ronilda Lacson, MD, PhD, of Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston. Therefore, timely access, performance, and interpretations of an advanced imaging examination is critical for patient care."

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GI Imaging and Communication on the Skeleton Crew Podcast

Radiology Cafe

Here’s what we covered: Importance of Precise Medical Requests: I highlighted the necessity of good communication in medical imaging requests. This integration of technology also facilitates quicker results, which is critical in emergency situations and ongoing patient management.