Imaging Technology
JULY 3, 2024
mtaschetta-millane Wed, 07/03/2024 - 09:10 July 3, 2024 — Results from a new study led by researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center support standard use of the more precise intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) over the alternative 3D-conformal radiotherapy (3D-CRT) for patients with unresectable, locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
AuntMinnie
JULY 3, 2024
The rules and requirements for success in the Medicare Quality Payment Program (QPP) are ever-changing, and it seems like each year brings a new challenge for practices to avoid a payment penalty or, hopefully, to earn a payment bonus. Erin Stephens. Most recently, CMS announced that the 2023 data submission deadline would be extended until April 15, 2024, due to the cyberattack at Change Healthcare in February, and that practices affected by the cyberattack could apply for an Extreme and Uncont
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Imaging Technology
JULY 3, 2024
christine.book Wed, 07/03/2024 - 12:53 July 3, 2024 — A new Harvey L. Neiman Health Policy Institute ( HPI ) study found that radiologists interpreted 72.1% of all imaging studies for Medicare fee-for-service beneficiaries in 2022, with the remaining 27.9% performed by other types of clinicians. According to a written study summary released by HPI, market share varied by imaging modality; radiologists interpreted 97.3% of computed tomography (CT), 91.0% of magnetic resonance (MR), 76.6% of radio
AuntMinnie
JULY 3, 2024
Greg Piefer, PhD, founder and CEO of Janesville, WI, fusion technology company Shine Technologies, says the company is about two years away from launching a new facility called Chrysalis, which is poised to become the world’s largest producer of medical isotopes. “It will be located right here in the middle of the United States and I think it will probably be the way we produce neutron-based isotopes for the next 50 years,” he said, in an interview with AuntMinnie.com.
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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.
Imaging Technology
JULY 3, 2024
mtaschetta-millane Wed, 07/03/2024 - 09:24 July 3, 2024 — The American Society of Radiologic Technologists has launched the BeRAD Professionalism Award to recognize health systems, imaging centers, hospitals, clinics and other facilities in which medical imaging technologists and radiation therapists demonstrate a culture of professionalism. Spearheaded by former ASRT President and current Chair of the Board Brandon A.
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Atlantis Worldwide
JULY 3, 2024
Introducing a cutting-edge blend of advanced gradient technology, deep-learning algorithms, and rapid echo times, GE HealthCare unveiled the groundbreaking Signa Magnus 3T MRI
Radiology Business
JULY 3, 2024
Also, Envision names new general counsel, RBMA recognizes imaging leaders, practice experiences data breach, an $857M merger deal Down Under and more.
Diagnostic Imaging
JULY 3, 2024
The combination of deep learning assessment of prostate MRI with PI-RADS classification at a 15 percent risk threshold spared 49 percent of biopsies in comparison to 37 percent employing a PI-RADS>4 only cut-ff approach, according to new research.
Imaging Technology
JULY 3, 2024
mtaschetta-millane Wed, 07/03/2024 - 09:18 July 3, 2024 — Proscia , a global leader in AI-enabled pathology solutions for precision medicine, has partnered with Nucleai , a leading spatial AI biomarker company that maps protein expression and cellular interactions within tissue samples to predict therapeutic outcomes. At the center of the collaboration, the companies will integrate Nucleai’s predictive biomarker solutions into Proscia’s Concentriq software platform and make them available as p
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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.
Diagnostic Imaging
JULY 3, 2024
Utilizing a threshold of less than 5 mm of ultrasound-measured endometrial thickness, the authors of a new study noted an 11.4 percent false-negative probability for endometrial cancer in Black patients.
Amber Diagnostics
JULY 3, 2024
The Siemens Biograph mCT 64 Slice PET/CT Scanner imaging capabilities, enhanced accuracy and design make it an invaluable tool Siemens Biograph mCT Overview The Siemens Biograph mCT 64 Slice PET/CT Scanner is a highly advanced hybrid imaging system that integrates 64-slice computed tomography (CT) with. Read more The post Siemens Biograph mCT 64 Slice PET/CT Scanner first appeared on Amber Diagnostics.
Open Medscience
JULY 3, 2024
History of Radiochemistry chronicles its evolution from the discovery of radioactivity to modern applications in science and medicine. The post A Brief History of Radiochemistry from Discovery to Modern Applications appeared first on Open MedScience.
Vesta Teleradiology
JULY 3, 2024
Mobile radiology companies play a vital role in modern healthcare by bringing diagnostic imaging services directly to patients, whether at home, in nursing facilities, or at remote medical clinics. These mobile units provide convenient access to critical medical tests, often eliminating the need for patients to travel to traditional imaging centers.
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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.
Mammography Educators
JULY 3, 2024
Written by: Louise Miller, R.T.(R)(M)(ARRT), CRT(M), FSBI, FNCBC Back in the olden days, all patient communication had to go through the patient’s referring physician including biopsy recommendations, ultrasound referrals, additional views and technical repeats, which were almost always related to mammography positioning. At the time, so many of us were new to breast imaging and had no idea what defined "good image quality".
AuntMinnie
JULY 3, 2024
The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) has launched the BeRAD Professionalism Award. The new award will recognize health systems, imaging centers, hospitals, clinics and other facilities in which medical imaging technologists and radiation therapists demonstrate a culture of professionalism, with the current application cycle open until September 30, ASRT said.
Amber Diagnostics
JULY 3, 2024
The Siemens Biograph mCT 64 Slice PET/CT Scanner imaging capabilities, enhanced accuracy and design make it an invaluable tool Siemens Biograph mCT Overview The Siemens Biograph mCT 64 Slice PET/CT Scanner is a highly advanced hybrid imaging system that integrates 64-slice computed tomography (CT) with. Read more The post Siemens Biograph mCT 64 Slice PET/CT Scanner first appeared on Amber Diagnostics.
AuntMinnie
JULY 3, 2024
Carestream Health has added new features to its ImageView software and DRX-Evolution Plus digital x-ray system. ImageView Software 2.1 now offers smart room options like virtual long-length imaging, virtual collimation, patient-position monitoring and patient picture, positioning overlay, and align assist. The updates allow faster, more accurate positioning, fewer retakes, and more comfortable patient exams, Carestream said.
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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.
MedImaging Nuclear Medicine
JULY 3, 2024
A new study indicates that PET/CT imaging, utilizing a novel tracer, is more effective at determining the extent of prostate cancer in intermediate and high-risk cases compared to traditional MRI.
Radiology Business
JULY 3, 2024
Southeast Radiology Ltd. recently terminated its partnership with Crozer Health in Upland, Pennsylvania, according to a recently published report.
Open Medscience
JULY 3, 2024
Positrons, the antimatter counterparts of electrons, are crucial in physics, enabling advances in PET scans and material science. The post Understanding Positrons: Characteristics, Discovery, and Applications appeared first on Open MedScience.
AuntMinnie
JULY 3, 2024
Tracking patients with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) with annual endoscopic ultrasonography or MRI appears to improve clinical outcomes, researchers have found. In fact, surveilling PDAC patients translates to an 84% one-year overall survival rate compared to a rate of 38% among PDAC patients who are not followed, reported a team led by Amanda Blackford of the Sol Goldman Pancreatic Cancer Research Center, Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, in Baltimore, MD.
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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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