Fri.Jan 17, 2025

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Surgeon General's alcohol advisory puts patient counseling at the fore

AuntMinnie

Patient communication and education may be key for radiologists in the wake of an advisory from the U.S. Surgeon General, Vivek Murthy, MD,on alcohol-related cancer risk. Murthy issued an advisory on January 3recommending an update to the warning label for beverages containing alcohol to include a cancer risk warning. Alcohol is a well-established, preventable cause of cancer responsible for about 100,000 cases of cancer and 20,000 cancer deaths annually in the U.S. -- greater than the 13,500 al

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Some Advice on Learning Radiology

Ben White

Here are several things to consider about learning radiology in addition to my articles on Approaching the R1 Year, How to be a First Year Radiology Resident , and Radiology Call Tips. Develop Robust Search Patterns Real search patterns are not just the order in which you analyze a fresh scan, they are a series of if-then statements: If I see this finding, then I will look carefully at this other structure for an associated abnormality.

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ASRT doubles down on workforce plan in 2025

AuntMinnie

American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) leaders plan to launch by mid-year the first phase of an action plan that they hope will increase the medical imaging and radiation therapy workforce in the U.S. Consensus committee workgroups are focusing on sustainable action, the ASRT said. In the work ahead, these groups will define the levels and roles for each step in the radiation therapy and medical dosimetry career pathway.

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New GBCA uses 60% less gadolinium

Health Imaging

Bayers latest contrast agent is proving its potential in clinical trials as a promising alternative to agents with higher gadolinium content.

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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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RadNet sees potential midsize and larger acquisitions on its horizon

Radiology Business

Leaders with the Los Angeles-based, publicly traded imaging center operator spoke Jan. 15 at the 43rd annual JP Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco.

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Private equity radiology investor reaches agreement with FTC over alleged anticompetitive tactics

Radiology Business

US Radiology Specialists backer Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe blasted the proposed order Friday, labeling it as symbolic and politically motivated.

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What Makes Aidoc’s Orchestration Agent Unique?

Aidoc

Clinical AI often struggles with fragmented workflows and data inconsistencies. This is where automated orchestration emerges as a transformative solution , overcoming these challenges by integrating AI into clinical workflows, dynamically identifying relevant scans and applying the right algorithms in real time. At the center of this evolution is Aidocs aiOS , a platform that efficiently combines advanced orchestration capabilities with intuitive, user-focused functionality.

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Nusano collaborates with Atley for broader use of At-211

AuntMinnie

Valencia, CA-based radioisotope development company Nusano and Atley Solutions are collaborating to accelerate the use of astatine-211 (At-211) throughout the U.S. and Europe. The companies announced a nonexclusive memorandum of understanding to codevelop products that support the alpha-emitting radioisotope for emerging applications in oncology therapeutics.

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What Does It Take to Become a Radiologist?

TRA Medical Imaging

Becoming a radiologist requires an extraordinary level of dedication, education, and training. Radiologists are medical doctors who specialize in interpreting imaging studies like X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, and ultrasounds to diagnose and guide treatment for various conditions. Heres what their journey entails: Undergraduate Education: Radiologists begin with a four-year undergraduate degree, often emphasizing pre-medical coursework in biology, chemistry, and physics.

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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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PET/CT can rule out CAV in heart transplant patients

AuntMinnie

Cardiac PET/CT scans can effectively rule out moderate to severe cardiac allograft vasculopathy in heart transplant patients, according to an article published January 16 in the Journal of Nuclear Medicine. The finding suggests that low-risk PET/CT scans can reduce the need for invasive coronary angiography screening in these patients, noted cardiologists at Columbia University in New York City.

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Four Strategies to Address the Tipping Point in Radiology

Diagnostic Imaging

In order to flip the script on the impact of the radiology workforce shortage, radiology groups and practices need to make sound investments in technologies and leverage partnerships to mitigate gaps in coverage and maximize workflow efficiencies.

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Capitol Imaging snaps up 7 Texas outpatient imaging centers

AuntMinnie

Capitol Imaging Services has acquired the seven freestanding MRI and diagnostic imaging locations of Houston MRI & Diagnostic Imaging in Texas. The company now owns the largest independent imaging platform in the Greater Houston area, with 18 total centers, according to its parent, Clearview Capital. Clearview Capital acquired Capitol Imaging Services in October 2020.

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A Closer Look at the New Appropriate Use Criteria for Brain PET: An Interview with Phillip Kuo, MD, Part 2

Diagnostic Imaging

In the second part of a two-part interview on the recently published appropriate use criteria for brain positron emission tomography (PET) for patients with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), Phillip Kuo, M.D. discusses clinical cases involving the use of amyloid and tau PET imaging.

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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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The Aha Moment: Dr. Bonnie Joe On Mentoring

UCSF Biomedical Imaging

Bonnie Joe, MD, PhD, recipient of the 2024 Outstanding Faculty Mentoring Award, shares insights from her experience as a mentor duringNational Mentoring Month. "Mentoring is so rewarding! I love seeing the aha moment when I have helped a mentee with a problem or when I see them do well and achieve their goals," she says.

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Advantages and Disadvantages of Remote Work (Part 2 of 4)

MRI Network

Written by HireQuest Inc. , parent company of MRINetwork Now that you know the ten advantages of remote work from a CEO perspective, what about the advantages from an employees point of view? Heres why youll love a work-from-home gig. 10 Advantages of Remote Work from an Employee Perspective Cost Savings :Working from home saves you money on transportation, food, and maintenance.