Radiology Business
OCTOBER 11, 2023
Under terms of the agreement, the Nashville-based multispecialty group will eliminate 70% of its obligations accumulated prior to filing the bankruptcy petition.
AuntMinnie
OCTOBER 11, 2023
Global prostate MRI acquisition parameters vary widely around the world, researchers have reported. The variation isn't good news for quality patient care, wrote a team led by Francesco Giganti, MD, PhD, of the University College London Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in the U.K. "The introduction of MRI into international guideline recommendations for prostate cancer diagnosis has led to a steep increase in the demand and use of this technique over the past few years," the group noted.
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Radiology Business
OCTOBER 11, 2023
The newest additions cover conditions such as invasive breast cancer, sepsis, and abdominal aortic aneurysm, ACR announced Tuesday.
Imaging Technology
OCTOBER 11, 2023
milla1cf Wed, 10/11/2023 - 13:08 October 11, 2023 — A new imaging agent, 68Ga-ABY-025 , can predict early metabolic response to human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 ( HER2 )-targeted treatment in HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer patients, according to new research published in the September issue of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine. By providing whole-body quantification of HER2 expression, 68Ga-ABY-025 PET/CT can play a valuable role in treatment planning and could spare patients f
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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.
Health Imaging
OCTOBER 11, 2023
Vuno's Med-DeepBrain allows MRI images of the brain to be segmented in 100 pieces to identify signs of dementia.
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AuntMinnie
OCTOBER 11, 2023
Unionization in many fields of work has been a topic of interest in 2023, and this includes radiology, with more residency and fellowship training programs at least considering unionization. Priscilla Slanetz, MD, from the Boston University Medical Center recently wrote a commentary piece published in the Journal of the American College of Radiology which gathered opinions from thought leaders on the impact of unionization on radiology residency education.
Radiology Business
OCTOBER 11, 2023
The alleged kickback scheme spanned nine years, with Cardiac Imaging Inc. paying physicians "excessive fees" to oversee PET scans, the DOJ said.
Health Imaging
OCTOBER 11, 2023
The incident happened at a SimonMed location in Arizona after staff failed to remove a waist shackle from the inmate.
Radiology Business
OCTOBER 11, 2023
The “multilevel” intervention involved EHR reminders, patient outreach and navigation to encourage individuals to return following breast or lung imaging.
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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.
Delaney Radiology
OCTOBER 11, 2023
It is recommended that women begin doing monthly self-breast checks at home starting at age 20. The American Cancer Society recommends starting annual mammogram screenings at age 40. In some instances, other imaging exams may be requested for many reasons. Some of these reasons include: incomplete information, something is found that needs further investigation, other image angles are needed to get a better view, etc.
Radiology Business
OCTOBER 11, 2023
“Our organizations are strongly opposed to this newest guidance, which further broadens the already significant discretion health plans had," RBMA and others wrote Oct. 9.
Professional Radiology
OCTOBER 11, 2023
The precision and accuracy of diagnostic procedures have made remarkable strides. These advancements have paved the way for more effective treatments and improved patient outcomes. When it comes to detecting and diagnosing various medical conditions, the field of radiology plays a critical role. Professional Radiology, a leading diagnostic imaging radiology center in El Paso, has been at the forefront of these innovations, offering a wide range of services to aid in the early detection and diag
Radiology Business
OCTOBER 11, 2023
Most practices surveyed said they hired radiologists in 2021 with similar plans in 2022, focused on breast and body imaging as top needs.
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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.
Atlantis Worldwide
OCTOBER 11, 2023
The team at Atlantis Worldwide can help you determine if the time is right to make the leap to a 3D mammography system and whether your system can be.
REBEL EM
OCTOBER 11, 2023
Take Home Points: Patients with recent onset atrial fibrillation can safely be cardioverted if they are 1) on anticoagulation 2) Low risk based on CHADS-VASC with onset < 48 hours or 3) High risk based on CHADS-VASC with onset < 12 hours. In anaphylaxis, think, “If A, B or C, give E.” If the patient has compromise to airway, breathing or circulation, they should get immediate epinephrine.
Health Imaging
OCTOBER 11, 2023
Penn State Health developed a dashboard system to better understand radiology workflows and facilitate data sharing across the organization.
Radiology Business
OCTOBER 11, 2023
“We carefully made this decision in light of the horrifying recent events," CEO Erez Meltzer said in a statement issued Oct. 10.
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Imaging Technology
OCTOBER 11, 2023
milla1cf Wed, 10/11/2023 - 13:21 October 11, 2023 — Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, has announced the interoperability of Philips Capsule Medical Device Information Platform (MDIP) with Philips Patient Information Center iX (PIC iX), providing hospitals with a first-of-its-kind, comprehensive patient overview.
Diagnostic Imaging
OCTOBER 11, 2023
In a study of over 25,000 Medicare beneficiaries with mild cognitive decline or dementia, researchers found that obtaining amyloid positron emission tomography (PET) scans resulted in no statistically significant differences upon subsequent hospitalization and emergency department visit rates at one year.
ScienceDaily
OCTOBER 11, 2023
Researchers have identified a new way of mapping ‘phosphenes’ – the visual perception of the bright flashes we see when no light is entering the eye – to improve the outcome of surgery for patients receiving a cortical visual prosthesis (‘bionic eye’).
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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.
MedImaging Ultrasound
OCTOBER 11, 2023
A revolutionary wireless handheld scanner that provides comprehensive views of both surface-level and deep internal anatomy allows doctors and nurses.
Imaging Technology
OCTOBER 11, 2023
christine.book Wed, 10/11/2023 - 16:11 October 12, 2023 — Global health technology company Qure.ai has named Samir S. Shah, MD, MMM, FACR, as its Chief Medical Officer (CMO). Dr. Shah will lead the company's clinical growth, clinical development and U.S. expansion. "His extensive teleradiology and healthcare leadership experience and innovative drive align with our mission to revolutionize healthcare with AI,” said Prashant Warier , Co-Founder and CEO of Qure.ai in welcoming Shah.
MedImaging MRI
OCTOBER 11, 2023
Scientists have developed a technology capable of eliminating tumors without the need for surgical intervention, all within an outpatient setting.
ScienceDirect
OCTOBER 11, 2023
Publication date: November 2023 Source: Clinical Radiology, Volume 78, Issue 11 Author(s):
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