Mon.Feb 12, 2024

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Radiology practice SimonMed doubling centers offering full-body MRI scans amid ‘exponential’ demand growth

Radiology Business

The private equity-backed provider first launched SimonOne nationwide in summer 2023, capitalizing on increased interest from startup firms and celebrities.

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Radformation and Icon Group Unite to Transform Cancer Treatment and Workflows

Imaging Technology

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. This collaboration unites the expertise of two innovators, setting the stage to significantly transform cancer care through groundbreaking workflows and advanced software solutions.

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Is human-AI ‘symbiosis’ the path forward in chest x-ray?

AuntMinnie

AuntMinnie.com recently spoke with Warren Gefter, MD, of the University of Pennsylvania, lead author of a recent article in Radiology proposing that human-AI symbiosis – rather than totally autonomous AI – should be the current goal for AI in chest radiography. “There are cases where an AI can outperform a human, and vice versa, but, if it’s done right, neither the AI nor the radiologist can outperform a human-AI partnership,” wrote.

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IBA Acquires Radcal Corporation to Expand Medical Imaging Quality Assurance Offering and Strengthen US Presence

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Mon, 02/12/2024 - 15:07 February 12, 2024 — IBA , a world leader in particle accelerator technology and a world-leading provider of dosimetry and quality assurance ( QA ) solutions, announced it has signed an agreement to acquire all the assets of Radcal Corporation , a leader in diagnostic X-ray measurement based in California, USA. Through this acquisition, IBA will further strengthen its Medical Imaging Quality Assurance offering and its presence in the US market.

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Testing Innovations in Cancer: How to evaluate and use new technologies

Amidst rising cancer prevalence and soaring costs, new cancer technologies and innovations are emerging to support the early detection, treatment, and surveillance of cancer. Read this guide to understand how to evaluate these solutions for your employees and members – and to learn more about the current state of coverage, clinical and cost effectiveness, and impact on quality and outcomes.

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Evidence grows for use of amyloid PET in China

AuntMinnie

Chinese clinicians have provided evidence in a “real-world study” that shows amyloid PET imaging is effective for diagnosing and managing patients with Alzheimer’s disease, according to a study published February 8 in Alzheimer’s and Dementia. In patients treated at a memory clinic at Huashan Hospital in Shanghai, amyloid PET scans detected brain pathology associated with the disease and led to changes in treatment plans in 36.5% of patients, noted lead author Ke-Liang Chen, MD, a neurologist at

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Intermountain Medical Imaging Now Contracted and In-Network with St. Luke’s Health Partners (SLHP) Insurance Plans

Intermountain Medical Imaging

IMI joins SLHP, providing quality and affordable medical imaging to the Treasure Valley Healthcare Community {Boise, Idaho, February 15, 2024} SLHP members now have more options when it comes to accessing medical imaging within the Treasure Valley. For over 24 years, Intermountain Medical Imaging has been providing excellence in service quality and patient experience to the healthcare community.

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Free-breathing DL vs. Breath-hold Cardiac MRI Sequences in Ischemic Heart Disease

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Mon, 02/12/2024 - 15:03 February 12, 2024 — According to the American Journal of Roentgenology (AJR) , free-breathing cine-deep learning (DL) may yield reliable left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) measurements in patients with ischemic heart disease (IHD) unable to repeatedly breath-hold. “Free-breathing cine-DL sequence, in comparison with standard breath-hold cine sequence, showed very small bias for LVEF measurements and better subjective quality,” wrote David Monteuuis , MD,

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The Importance of Early Detection and Intervention in Varicose Vein Management

Professional Radiology

Ever wondered why those twisty, swollen veins on your legs matter more than just a cosmetic issue? Catching varicose veins early is crucial for your overall leg health. Professional Radiology is not your average imaging center – we’re all about spot-on scans and treating you like family. Our center stands out for its commitment to providing accurate, meticulous imaging services coupled with compassionate customer care.

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Wearable Ultrasound Sticker Helps Identify Early Signs of Acute Liver Failure

MedImaging Ultrasound

An ultrasound sticker previously developed to image deep tissues and organs could offer a more continuous, wearable alternative for continuous long-term monitoring of post-transplant patients in the ICU.

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Maximize Your Radiology Center’s Performance With Specialized Scheduling

Patient-centric scheduling can only be achieved through optimized radiology workflows, effective communications between staff and physicians, and, of course, through specialized schedulers. In this guide, we’ll take you through a step-by-step process to transform your radiology center into a high-performance hub of medical imaging.

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INFINITT to Showcase New Products, Enhancements at HIMSS24

Imaging Technology

The Healthcare Information and Management Systems (HIMSS24) Conference and Exhibition (March 12-14, in Orlando, Fla.) is the premier event for health information and technology, acting as a nexus for experts to unite over education, innovation and partnership.

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New breast imaging approach provides high sensitivity while reducing false positives: ‘Groundbreaking advancement’

Radiology Business

Low-dose positron emission mammography is a molecular imaging technique that also can reduce radiation exposure while avoiding breast compression.

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MRI overutilized in prostate cancer screening, study finds

Health Imaging

MRI scans rarely detect prostate cancer even in men marked as having an elevated risk, calling into question current clinical guidelines.

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Physician Medicare payment reform the goal of new congressional working group

Radiology Business

Radiology advocates said Friday that they look forward to working with the six senators, who believe Congress "must make changes" to the flawed system.

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The Employers Guide to Controlling Cancer

About 40% of us will be diagnosed with cancer in our lifetime, and patients are getting younger. At the same time, the cost of treatment continues to rise, with employers spending 8.5% more on cancer care for each employee than they did last year. The best thing employers can do for their employees and business tomorrow is to invest in cancer detection and care today.

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AI improves accuracy of brain MRI for amyloid abnormality monitoring

AuntMinnie

Using AI software with brain MR imaging improves the diagnostic accuracy for the monitoring of amyloid-related imaging abnormalities (ARIA) in patients undergoing beta amyloid-directed antibody therapies for Alzheimer's disease, researchers have found. Using AI in this way could improve patient care, noted a team led by Diana Sima, PhD, of Icometrix in Leuven, Belgium.

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Clinical Conundrums: Do We Need to Order a CT for Every Patient with Renal Colic?

REBEL EM

Bottom Line Up Top: In selective patients presenting with flank pain, we can diagnose renal colic without a CT scan. There is also a subset of patients that would benefit from IV contrast enhanced CT scanning. Clinical Scenario: A 35-year-old man with no PMH presents with left flank pain, hematuria and history of kidney stones. His vitals are: HR 90, BP 150/90, Temp 98, O2 Sat 99% on RA, RR 18.

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Assessing the Potential of Positron Emission Mammography: An Interview with Vivianne Freitas, MD

Diagnostic Imaging

In a recent interview, Vivianne Freitas, M.D., discussed new research findings on positron emission mammography (PEM), pertinent benefits of the technology and its potential as a viable alternative in the future to conventional imaging techniques for breast cancer screening.

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The role of contrast-enhanced mammography in the preoperative evaluation of invasive lobular carcinoma of the breast

ScienceDirect

Publication date: Available online 12 February 2024 Source: Clinical Radiology Author(s): E. Giannotti, T.J.A. Van Nijnatten, Y. Chen, G. Bicchierai, J. Nori, D. De Benedetto, U. Lalji, A. Lee, J.

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Improving Access To & Utilization Of Cancer Screening With Color

Discover how Color's comprehensive care solution is revolutionizing cancer screening adherence and knowledge. Through an in-depth case study, Color's unique approach to comprehensive cancer care has shown significant benefits in increasing screening rates and enhancing patient knowledge. Participants reported a 2-3x increase in adherence to screening guidelines over just 8 weeks, with 84% of participants increasing their familiarity with timing and frequency of cancer screening.

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Reassessing Notice Periods for Compensation Cuts and Termination in Radiology Contracts

Diagnostic Imaging

A prospective employer’s willingness or unwillingness to negotiate notice periods in a contact may signal the difference between a worthwhile opportunity and a one-way, dead-end job.

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$4M Grant to Fund Development of Sleep Apnea Outcome Prediction Tools

Health IT Analytics

Mount Sinai researchers will use a $4 million NIH grant to investigate how artificial intelligence could advance outcome prediction for patients with sleep apnea.

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ESR partners with GE HealthCare to focus on breast cancer treatment

Health Imaging

A mobile screening system for breast cancer will be launched at the ECR 2024 conference.

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Talking Trends: AI, Advanced Technology Help Support Patient-centered Radiology

Imaging Technology

Agfa Radiology Solutions is committed to enhancing clinical outcomes and operational efficiency, underscoring its innovative edge in the dynamically evolving healthcare landscape.

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From Prevention to Survivorship: How HR Can Support Employees Facing Cancer Diagnoses

Explore the latest insights from the American Cancer Society's “Cancer Statistics 2024” report, which unveils multiple alarming trends in cancer data. Cancer is on the rise among young adults, and diagnoses for 6 of the 10 most common cancers are escalating. With over 2 million new cancer cases projected in the U.S. this year, employers face increased challenges when it comes to supporting employees.

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Akumin’s founder and CEO steps down days after radiology provider completes bankruptcy process

Radiology Business

Krishna Kumar, MBA—who joined Akumin in June as president and chief operating officer after previously working with Philips—now takes over the role.

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FDA Clears AI Software for Assessing Intracerebral Hemorrhage on Non-Contrast CT

Diagnostic Imaging

Facilitating timely diagnosis and intervention for brain bleeds, the artificial intelligence (AI)-powered Viz ICH Plus software may provide quantified assessment for intracranial hyperdensities, lateral ventricles and midline shifts.

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GEHC, European Society of Radiology renew ECR collaboration

AuntMinnie

GE HealthCare (GEHC) and the European Society of Radiology have renewed their plan to collaborate during the upcoming European Congress of Radiology meeting to be held in Vienna, Austria. The meeting's theme is "Next Generation Radiology," and GEHC plans to highlight its commitment to tailored patient care with a focus on oncology, cardiology, and neurology, it said.

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Upskilling and Reskilling: Investing in Employee Development

MRI Network

Recruiting top talent is only the first step toward creating a workforce that drives business growth. Employees want to know that their company values them and is invested in their future. This might mean helping individuals address skill gaps so they can progress along their career trajectory, or offering skills sessions that benefit whole teams. Upskilling and reskilling are vital aspects of employee development, but could also boost a firm’s bottom line and increase its reputation in the mark

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An HR Leaders Guide: 7 Questions To Ask When Developing Your Cancer Strategy

As HR and Benefits leaders are in the midst of evaluating cancer care solutions and designing their requirements for vendors, it’s key to know what questions to ask to ensure the development of a truly comprehensive strategy: from prevention to diagnosis to treatment to survivorship. Getting to the right answers starts with asking the right questions: How can better access improve engagement?