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The Difference Between X-rays, CT Scans, and Other Diagnostic Imaging Methods

Professional Radiology

Diagnostic imaging tests are tools used by physicians to diagnose a range of medical conditions. Each of these imaging methods uses different technologies to create real-time images and videos of the internal structures of the body. There is no need to be anxious as imaging tests are non-invasive and painless.

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ECR: Implementing imaging referral guidelines shows positive impact

AuntMinnie

Implementing imaging referral guidelines not only supports value-based radiology but makes it easier to communicate with patients about low-value services, according to findings presented February 29 at ECR 2024. Low-value imaging procedures result in an ineffective allocation of resources and imposes potential danger," Tay said.

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Meet the Minnies 2024 finalists

AuntMinnie

An assistant professor of radiology and radiological science, Francis Deng, MD, is the Johns Hopkins radiology department's co-director of medical student diagnostic radiology electives. His area of expertise is neuroradiology, with a special emphasis on diagnostic imaging of the head, neck, brain, and spine. Elliot Fishman, MD.

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Fujifilm Releases D-EVO Suite OTCx, a Next-Generation Overhead Tube Digital Radiographic Suite

Imaging Technology

The system is a versatile, digital radiographic X-ray suite powered by Fujifilm’s latest FDR D-EVO III high-resolution, high sensitivity ultra-lightweight, glass-free detectors coupled with Dynamic Visualization , the company’s intelligent image processing.

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Generative AI, radiologist shortages feature in 2024 Minnies

AuntMinnie

A dedicated teacher and radiologic technologist since 2009, Stewart currently serves as associate professor of diagnostic imaging, and program director of radiologic sciences at Quinnipiac University in Connecticut. I'm a radiographer,' " Stewart recalled. I thought, 'I'm not a teacher. But Hennessy encouraged her.

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Can We Upskill Radiographers through Artificial Intelligence? 

The British Institute of Radiology

Shamie Kumar describes how AI fits into a radiology clinical workflow and her perspective on how a clinical radiographer could use this to learn from and enhance their skills. If the AI findings are seen in PACS, how many radiographers actually log into PACS after taking a scan or X-ray? Can Radiographers Up-Skill?

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ECR: 3 tips for developing a successful cardiac imaging practice

AuntMinnie

"Together with our radiographers, I learned to scan cardiac patients and learned special anatomy from pediatric cardiologists and pediatric cardiac surgeons." Since Gutberlet was starting out, training for cardiac imaging has improved.

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