Wed.Mar 06, 2024

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Growing as a New Attending

Ben White

When you first get into practice and really want to make a good early impression, you’re going to make some mistakes, and some of them are going to be pretty boneheaded. Everyone has holes in their knowledge, and there are almost certainly things that you should actually know that somehow don’t. Depending on your practice–and how often people see your name–it’s possible you may even burn a bridge or two with an experienced (or headstrong) clinician when you miss some key finding or r

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CEUS shines in diagnostic, interventional settings

AuntMinnie

Dynamic contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) is a useful tool for interventions, according to a March 3 presentation given at ECR 2024. In his talk, Dean Huang, MD, from King’s College London in England outlined novel applications for CEUS in vascular and nonvascular imaging, as well as therapeutic and potential future applications. “Ultrasound contrast agent use can be ubiquitous in interventional practice and can solve many logistical or clinical diagnostic problems,” he said.

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ECR Study Finds Mixed Results with AI on Breast Ultrasound

Diagnostic Imaging

While adjunctive use of AI led to significantly higher specificity and accuracy rates in detecting cancer on breast ultrasound exams in comparison to unassisted reading by breast radiologists, researchers noted that 12 of 13 BI-RADS 3 lesions upgraded by AI were ultimately benign, according to research presented at the European Congress of Radiology.

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PET lung scan times could be cut by half

AuntMinnie

Dynamic PET scans acquired in half the time of normal scans appear clinically feasible for patients with lung lesions, according to nuclear medicine researchers in Shenzhen, China. In an image reconstruction analysis, the group found that dynamic F-18 FDG-PET images acquired in 30 minutes provided images equal in quality to scans acquired after 65 minutes – a big difference for patients who are required to lie prone during the procedures, noted lead authors Fen Du, PhD, and Xieraili Wumener, PhD

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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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Feds launch inquiry to assess private equity’s impact on healthcare

Radiology Business

The Federal Trade Commission, Department of Justice, and Health and Human Services want to learn more about corporations’ “increasing control” of the field.

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REBEL Core Cast 119.0 – Sleep Hygiene

REBEL EM

REBEL Core Cast 119.0 – Sleep Hygiene Click here for Direct Download of the Podcast Employ sleep strategies: Anchor sleep: a period of sleep that overlaps each day regardless of your night shift schedule to provide a guidepost for your body clock. Ideally would overlap with when you would normally be asleep if you were not on night shift. Split sleep: sleep 3-4 hours immediately after shift then another 3-4 hours immediately before shift Melatonin timing/dosing: Most sleep specialists rec

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Grappling with imaging backlogs, RadNet eyes relief through AI, ‘aggressive talent acquisition’

Radiology Business

The Los Angeles-based imaging center operator has deployed "super techs," overseeing multiple CT or MR exams remotely with the help of aids.

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Study could lead to new way to detect brain changes associated with Alzheimer's risk

Medical Xpress: Radiology

New research suggests there is a link between abnormal blood levels of amyloid—a protein associated with Alzheimer's disease—and subtle changes in brain microstructures on a type of MRI, findings that could lead to a new way to detect Alzheimer's earlier in people with no clinical signs.

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Radiologic technologists are uncomfortable with managing imaging exams remotely

Radiology Business

Over 71% of those polled have reservations about serving as the primary tech when working off-site, the American Society of Radiologic Technologists reports.

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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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Amyloid blood levels associated with brain changes in Alzheimer's study

ScienceDaily

A link between abnormal blood levels of amyloid -- a protein associated with Alzheimer's disease -- and subtle changes in brain microstructures on a type of MRI could lead to a new way to detect Alzheimer's earlier in people with no clinical signs.

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Catheter-Based Device with New Cardiovascular Imaging Approach Offers Unprecedented View of.

MedImaging General Imaging

Researchers have invented a novel catheter-based device that combines two sophisticated optical techniques to image dangerous plaques in arteries supplying.

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S&P expects Radiology Partners to generate positive free cash flow for 1st time in years

Radiology Business

The country's largest imaging group spent more than it was collecting in both 2022 and 2023, but the ratings agency believes it may be turning a corner.

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What To Know About Calibrating A CT Scanner

Atlantis Worldwide

CT scanners are the workhorses of imaging departments around the globe, being used in therapeutic, diagnostic and interventional procedures. In fact.

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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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Yakima Valley Radiology experiences data breach

Radiology Business

The Washington state-based practice launched an investigation, consulted with cybersecurity experts and is offering credit-monitoring services.

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New microscopy tech answers fundamental questions in neuroscience

Medical Xpress: Radiology

The mammalian brain is a web of densely interconnected neurons, yet one of the mysteries in neuroscience is how tools that capture relatively few components of brain activity have allowed scientists to predict behavior in mice. It is hard to believe that much of the brain's complexity is irrelevant background noise.

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Radiology department retools workflows to minimize disruptions from instant messaging

Radiology Business

The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine recently implemented such a platform, hoping to cut back on other modes of communication in its reading room.

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Is ‘theragnomics’ the future in molecular imaging?

AuntMinnie

Combining theranostics and radiomics – a new concept termed “theragnomics” – could be the key to realizing the full potential of molecular imaging of cancer patients, according to a presentation delivered February 28 at ECR 2024. Desiree Deandreis, MD, of Gustave Roussy Cancer Treatment Center in Villejuif, France, described the concept and noted that its goal is to harness imaging power to improve patient selection for treatment, identify how patients respond to therapy, integrate new prognosti

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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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Cannabis use may cause false positives on nuclear imaging scans

Health Imaging

Edibles can reduce gut motility and complicate gastric emptying, a new Journal of Nuclear Medicine Technology study finds.

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CT-Based Staging System for Coronary Artery Disease Gets FDA's Breakthrough Device Designation

Diagnostic Imaging

Employing quantitative computed tomography, the staging system’s insights on stenosis, ischemia and coronary atherosclerosis may facilitate individualized assessments of heart disease risk.

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PHOTO GALLERY of brain imaging

Health Imaging

This is a clinical photo gallery of neuro imaging and what conditions can be can be visualized in brain scans, and various imaging techniques used.

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Premier and RamSoft ink 5-year deal

AuntMinnie

Premier Radiology Services has committed to a five-year contract to use RamSoft’s OmegaAI and cloud-based PowerServer PACS platform for reading and processing images. Under the agreement, Premier will deploy RamSoft’s software and platform at more than 1,000 of its teleradiology locations. Premier said it has been a long-time customer of RamSoft, and noted it recently used the company’s PowerServer platform to set up services in under two hours as part of first responder efforts after Hurricane

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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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Robotics in Engineering (and the People Needed to Develop It)

MRI Network

There is one trend today that engineers can’t afford to ignore: robotics. No longer the realm of sci-fi, robots now deliver automation to manufacturing, healthcare, and many other industries. You’ve probably observed the rise of robotics yourself. Likewise, you might have seen how engineers who embrace robotics enjoy a challenging and lucrative career.

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Body Vision validates software on Fujifilm systems

AuntMinnie

Body Vision Medical said it has validated the use of its LungVision 3D tomographic imaging system using Fujifilm Healthcare Americas’ C-arm platforms. The company's LungVision system uses AI to transform x-ray images from C-arms into real-time, intraoperative CT scans. This allows bronchoscopists to biopsy from smaller, more difficult-to-access lung lesions at an earlier stage, according to the firm.

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Museum project uses contrast CT and X-ray to catalog world’s vertebrates

Health Imaging

Over the course of five years, 18 different institutions worked to produce the images for a Florida Museum initiative.

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IAEA and RSNA partner to improve cancer care in poorer countries

AuntMinnie

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the RSNA have established a strategic partnership to bolster diagnostic and medical imaging capabilities in underserved regions across the world. Under the agreement – signed by Najat Mokhtar, deputy director general and head of the department of nuclear applications at the IAEA, and Mark G. Watson, RSNA executive director – the IAEA will leverage RSNA's network and resources to promote equitable access to high-quality radiology services in low a

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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?