Ben White
JANUARY 12, 2024
Excellent piece on Prenuvo’s whole body scans by Dr. Dhruv Khullar in The New Yorker: Doctors sometimes use a barnyard analogy to talk about the vast differences between cancers. A tumor can be a turtle, a bird, or a rabbit, depending on its speed and ability to escape; the goal of screening and treatment is to fence the cancer in. Turtles move so slowly that, fence or no, they’ll never make it out.
Diagnostic Imaging
JANUARY 12, 2024
The FDA has accepted Lantheus' abbreviated new drug application for a generic Lutathera, just months after Novartis announced positive phase 3 data supporting a first-line indication for the radiopharmaceutical in neuroendocrine tumors.
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Imaging Technology
JANUARY 12, 2024
Artificial intelligence in oncology uses deep learning algorithms to analyze medical images and genomic data to detect cancer at an early stage, predict patient outcomes, and personalize treatment plans. It helps radiologists in diagnosing cancer accurately by analyzing medical images.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 12, 2024
More than 60% of diagnostic radiology and radiation therapy staff experience workplace violence, according to a study published January 9 in Radiography. Risk factors for workplace violence include intoxicated patients, staff stress, long patient waiting times, overcrowded environments, and inadequate staff and security measures, wrote lead author Krushi Shah, of Curtin University in Perth, Australia.
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UCSF Biomedical Imaging
JANUARY 12, 2024
In 2003, the Center for Molecular and Functional Imaging (CMFI) at China Basin Landing opened its doors with San Francisco’s first 3T MRI and two 1.5T clinical scanners, followed a few years later by a cyclotron which launched our in-house radiopharmaceutical program. Since then, the CMFI has been at the forefront of 3T research and major advances in theranostics and precision medicine.
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Radiology Business
JANUARY 12, 2024
“This case highlights why academic radiology departments should proactively educate their faculty, trainees, and staff," two experts urged.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 12, 2024
Women with high body fat undergoing early breast cancer treatment may be at higher risk for vertebral fractures, despite the use of bone health drugs, according to a study published January 10 in JAMA Network Open. In a study of patients who received aromatase inhibitors and denosumab over four years, dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scans showed that high baseline fat body mass was independently associated with vertebral fractures after 18 months, wrote lead author Deborah Cosentini, MD,
Imaging Technology
JANUARY 12, 2024
milla1cf Fri, 01/12/2024 - 11:09 January 12, 2024 — RefleXion Medical , Inc., a therapeutic oncology company, announced that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has established a national payment rate for RefleXion’s SCINTIX biology-guided radiotherapy using CMS’ New Technology (NT) Ambulatory Payment Classification (APC) pathway.
Diagnostic Imaging
JANUARY 12, 2024
Patients with benign pulmonary absorbable subsolid nodules (AB-SSNs) have a greater frequency of nodules in comparison to those with non-absorbable benign subsolid nodules (NB-SSNs) and patients with malignant subsolid nodules (M-SSNs), according to a recent study of follow-up non-contrast CT exams in over 400 patients.
Radiology Business
JANUARY 12, 2024
The specialty is experiencing increasing rates of burnout, pushing radiologists to reduce their hours or resign altogether, Ian A. Weissman, DO, noted.
Diagnostic Imaging
JANUARY 12, 2024
Utilizing brain MRI and cognitive assessments, the newly FDA-approved, AI-powered software platform BrainSee can reportedly predict the progression of amnestic mild cognitive impairment (aMCI) to Alzheimer’s dementia within five years.
Radiology Business
JANUARY 12, 2024
The agency said facilities subject to the Mammography Quality Standards Act will have until Sept. 10 to come into compliance.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 12, 2024
Nearly half of outpatient MRI orders are delayed -- that is, performed more than 10 days from the date chosen by the referring provider, according to research published January 10 in the Journal of the American College of Radiology. It's crucial to mitigate the factors that cause these delays -- which negatively affect patient care, wrote a team led by Ronilda Lacson, MD, PhD, of Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston.
Radiology Business
JANUARY 12, 2024
The company recently made the “strategic decision” to exit equipment servicing and focus on its core business of parts, system sales and training.
Health Imaging
JANUARY 12, 2024
A partnership between two developers aims to reduce ultrasound reading time.
Radiology Business
JANUARY 12, 2024
Across 3,000 U.S. physicians surveyed, 60% took three weeks of vacation or fewer per year and 70% worked while away, both factors leading to burnout.
Health Imaging
JANUARY 12, 2024
Ashish Sant, general manager for Imaging at Merge explains how imaging informatics can help mitigate the radiology staffing shortage.
Radiology Business
JANUARY 12, 2024
Radiology has been a common target in such efforts to reduce spending and prevent healthcare waste. But is such scrutiny warranted?
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 12, 2024
Researchers at Dresden University Medical Center in Germany are partnering with OncoRay's National Center for Radiation Research in Oncology on proton therapy research using a full-body MRI-guided proton therapy machine. Under the collaboration, scientists in medicine, medical physics, biology, and engineering will test a new form of radiotherapy for treating cancer.
Radiology Business
JANUARY 12, 2024
The American Medical Association called this a "critical first step" toward reforming the "broken" Medicare payment system.
Health Imaging
JANUARY 12, 2024
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center improved efficiency by adopting an automatic assignment system.
MRI Network
JANUARY 12, 2024
Millennials are highly sought after by employers in various industries. This generation is motivated , flexible, and fun to work with, and are also digitally savvy and highly educated. So, how can you entice more millennials to your workplace? Here are a few recruiting strategies to help attract millennials Promote Work-Life Balance in Your Job Ads In a study of 22,000 millennial and Gen Z workers, work-life balance was the No.1 factor when selecting an employer.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 12, 2024
A University of Massachusetts Amherst biomedical imaging and data science team has secured a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to develop a deep-learning model for predicting Alzheimer’s disease at least two years before symptom onset. Principal investigators are Madalina Fiterau, PhD, of the university's Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences, and Joyita Dutta, PhD, of its Biomedical Imaging and Data Science Lab (BIDSLab).
Future Teleradiology
JANUARY 12, 2024
Introduction In the heart of South Asia, Bangladesh is experiencing a healthcare revolution, and at the forefront of this transformation is teleradiology. This article explores the vital role teleradiology plays in reshaping healthcare in Bangladesh, with a focus on improving diagnostic accuracy, enhancing patient care, and expanding healthcare accessibility across the nation.
Open Medscience
JANUARY 12, 2024
Radiopharmaceuticals, combining radioactive and pharmaceutical elements, enable precise diagnosis and treatment in nuclear medicine. The post The Transformative Impact of Radiopharmaceuticals in Medical Imaging appeared first on Open Medscience.
Future Teleradiology
JANUARY 12, 2024
Introduction In the vibrant landscape of South Asia, Bangladesh is embracing the power of technology to bridge healthcare gaps and transform the way medical services are delivered. At the forefront of this healthcare revolution is teleradiology. This article explores the profound impact of teleradiology in Bangladesh, emphasizing its role in narrowing healthcare disparities, improving diagnostic accuracy, and enhancing overall patient care.
Lake Medical Imaging
JANUARY 12, 2024
Job Type: Full-time patient assist position that would require assisting patients from the front lobby to the specified exam area. Requirements: Customer Service Basic computer skills Ability to multi-task Valid driver's license High school diploma/equivalent Benefits: Robust benefits package Paid Time Off Competitive salary Please note that, due to the nature of our business, [.
Future Teleradiology
JANUARY 12, 2024
Introduction In the heart of South Asia, Bangladesh is witnessing a transformative shift in its healthcare landscape through the adoption of remote radiology, particularly teleradiology services. This article delves into the immense impact of teleradiology on healthcare in Bangladesh, highlighting its role in improving diagnostic accuracy, enhancing patient care, and expanding healthcare accessibility across the nation.
AuntMinnie
JANUARY 12, 2024
Royal Philips is lauding a joint expert opinion statement that highlights the advantages of intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) use in peripheral arterial and deep venous interventions. The opinion was authored by a group of multidisciplinary cardiovascular specialists from medical societies. It was published simultaneously in the Journal of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions , the Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology , and the Journal of Vascular Surgery-Vascul
Future Teleradiology
JANUARY 12, 2024
PET-CT-Scan-Reporting-Service Introduction Bahrain, a nation that brilliantly combines its rich cultural heritage with a forward-thinking approach to technology, is witnessing a remarkable shift in its healthcare landscape. At the heart of this transformation is the adoption of teleradiology, a cutting-edge technology that is leaving an indelible mark on patient care.
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