Radiologists ponder private equity in medicine: ‘Why aren’t we more concerned?’
Radiology Business
APRIL 4, 2024
Leah Davis, DO, and Sharon D'Souza MD, shared their thoughts in a piece published Monday by Current Problems in Diagnostic Radiology.
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AI identifies signs of COVID-19 in lung ultrasound images
Health Imaging
APRIL 4, 2024
The deep neural network was trained using over 40,000 patient ultrasound images and computer-generated facsimiles made from real scans.
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French-led team unveils 11.7 tesla MRI scans of human brain
AuntMinnie
APRIL 4, 2024
A research group based in Saclay, near Paris, has taken the wraps off what it claims are the world's first MRI scans of the human brain in vivo taken at a field strength of 11.7 tesla. President Emmanuel Macron has congratulated the researchers on social media. "The first images surpassed our expectations, giving after just four minutes, mind-blowing brain images without any artifacts, with superb tissue contrast and resolution, which represents a volume equivalent to a few thousand neurons," De
Amyloid blood test could eliminate millions in spending on PET imaging for Alzheimer’s
Radiology Business
APRIL 4, 2024
At roughly $5,000 per positron emission tomography exam, experts estimate the U.S. healthcare system could save $9 million (or about $1,432 per patient) on imaging.
Testing Innovations in Cancer: How to evaluate and use new technologies
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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.
GE HealthCare adds AI guidance to handheld ultrasound devices
Health Imaging
APRIL 4, 2024
Caption AI is designed to make cardiac imaging more accessible by offering step-by-step guidance on probe movements and ensuring image quality through a built-in meter.
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Microwave ablation an effective, safer treatment for thyroid carcinoma, study finds
Health Imaging
APRIL 4, 2024
A comparative analysis against surgical resection found MWS had the same survival rate and caused fewer side effects.
Spurred by radiology M&A deal, US senators aim to curb ‘corporate greed’ in healthcare
Radiology Business
APRIL 4, 2024
UnitedHealth recently announced plans to purchase Steward Medical Group, a multispecialty radiology provider that spans nine states, after private equity owners left it financially hamstrung.
Show Your Work
Ben White
APRIL 4, 2024
In Show Your Work , Austin Kleon argues “the best way to get started on the path to sharing your work is to think about what you want to learn, and make a commitment to learning it in front of others.” That’s what I’ve been doing since 2009. One downside of Showing Your Work is when the showing of the work is the only work you do.
Unable to find a buyer, multispecialty radiology provider closes
Radiology Business
APRIL 4, 2024
Hospital group Intermountain hoped to sell Saltzer Health but instead opted to shutter the physician group while retaining its imaging center in Meridian, Idaho.
Maximize Your Radiology Center’s Performance With Specialized Scheduling
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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.
AIUM president-elect previews UltraCon 2024
AuntMinnie
APRIL 4, 2024
Attendees at this year’s UltraCon in Austin, TX, can look forward to the new research and technology to be highlighted -- as well as the solar eclipse that will take place during the conference. UltraCon, formerly the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) annual meeting, from April 6 to 10 will feature research covering several areas in ultrasound, including point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), elastography, contrast enhancement, and AI, among others.
Teleradiology medical malpractice more frequently leads to higher payouts, patient death
Radiology Business
APRIL 4, 2024
Findings are based on an analysis of 135 teleradiology malpractice cases and 3,474 more in regular radiology, conducted by Harvard Medical School and published in Radiology.
Brainlab and Fujifilm Integrate Cutting-Edge Technology, Offering Advanced Capabilities to Neurosurgery Clinicians in the US
Imaging Technology
APRIL 4, 2024
milla1cf Thu, 04/04/2024 - 12:28 April 4, 2024 — FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation, a leading provider of diagnostic and enterprise imaging solutions and Brainlab , a leading digital medical technology company, announced today that Brainlab will be the exclusive U.S. distributor of ARIETTA Precision Ultrasound for neurosurgery applications to be utilized with Brainlab’s surgical navigation systems.
Radiologists at a clear disadvantage in Medicare’s MIPS program, new study shows
Radiology Business
APRIL 4, 2024
In 2021, there were only nine available MIPS measures for diagnostic radiology versus 65 in family medicine, Neiman Health Policy Institute experts report.
The Employers Guide to Controlling Cancer
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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.
Top 10: Must-reads from the Month of March
Imaging Technology
APRIL 4, 2024
Here is a snapshot of the Top 10 most-read content from ITN's viewers during the month of March: 1.
Imaging center operator RadNet launches new joint venture partnership with Providence
Radiology Business
APRIL 4, 2024
Meanwhile, Moody's also recently issued a credit upgrade for the Los Angeles-based company, highlighting its "healthy" organic growth and "very good" liquidity.
Radiologists at Major Disadvantage in MIPS when Working in Radiology-focused Practices, According to New Study
Imaging Technology
APRIL 4, 2024
milla1cf Thu, 04/04/2024 - 12:33 April 4, 2024 — The latest Harvey L. Neiman Health Policy Institute (HPI) study shows that radiologists in radiology-only practices score significantly lower in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) in 2021. The researchers found that radiologists in multispecialty practices score higher, but rarely report any radiology-relevant MIPS quality measures, and instead report measures relevant to other specialt
Radiology practice participation in payment-related survey is ‘urgently needed,’ ACR says
Radiology Business
APRIL 4, 2024
The American Medical Association has sent its study to thousands of members of the specialty but only received seven responses, ACR says.
Improving Access To & Utilization Of Cancer Screening With Color
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Siemens Healthineers Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance for MAMMOMAT B.brilliant Mammography System
Imaging Technology
APRIL 4, 2024
milla1cf Thu, 04/04/2024 - 12:24 April 4, 2024 — Siemens Healthineers announces the Food and Drug Administration 510(k) clearance of the MAMMOMAT B.brilliant—the first completely redesigned mammography platform in more than 10 years. The clearance includes elements involving full-field digital mammography , or two-dimensional breast imaging; breast biopsy; and titanium contrast-enhanced mammography.
RadNet seeks to refinance $679M term loan, fuel future ‘growth opportunities’
Radiology Business
APRIL 4, 2024
“Our recent strong operating results, successful public offering and upgrade of our corporate credit rating have substantially lowered our leverage and improved our access to capital,” the company's CFO said.
UC San Diego earns $6.7M NIH grant to develop noninvasive imaging to quantify immune cells in tumors
Health Imaging
APRIL 4, 2024
The TAM-Sense technique is currently in pre-clinical development, but it could be used to develop new treatments.
Using HiRise Weight Bearing CT to Inform Surgical Planning of Patient-Specific Total Knee Replacements
CurveBeam AI
APRIL 4, 2024
We are thrilled to announce an esteemed panel of speakers who are at the forefront of orthopedic surgery and biomedical engineering: Dr. Canaan Prater, DO, from OrthoCarolina, a renowned orthopedic surgeon with extensive experience in hip and knee procedures. Dr. Prater brings a wealth of knowledge in cutting-edge surgical techniques and patient-centered care.
From Prevention to Survivorship: How HR Can Support Employees Facing Cancer Diagnoses
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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.
Moonlighting during vacation? 5 short-term process changes to address the radiology workforce shortage
Radiology Business
APRIL 4, 2024
“Rather than working longer and/or faster, there are ways for radiologist to work smarter," researchers wrote in the American Journal of Roentgenology.
Life Molecular Imaging, Sofie add Neuraceq availability out of Ohio
AuntMinnie
APRIL 4, 2024
Life Molecular Imaging (LMI) and Sofie Biosciences have begun offering the Neuraceq ( florbetaben F-18) PET radiotracer produced at Sofie's radiopharmaceutical manufacturing site in Cleveland, Ohio. With this expansion, LMI continues driving commercial sales of Neuraceq around the U.S. for the detection of beta-amyloid plaques in the brains of adult patients with cognitive impairment who are being evaluated for Alzheimer's disease and other causes of cognitive decline, according to the vendor.
Can Short-Term Measures Provide Some Relief with the Radiologist Shortage?
Diagnostic Imaging
APRIL 4, 2024
In an attempt to navigate the imbalance between rising imaging volume and a shortage of radiologists, researchers proposed a variety of measures that may provide additional resources, bolster productivity, and help mitigate burnout.
The rise of theranostics: Part 2 -- Moving into communities
AuntMinnie
APRIL 4, 2024
A decade ago, only a few radiopharmaceutical agents were used to help treat cancer patients. That has changed and the field of theranostics is expanding rapidly in various ways, as described in part 1 of AuntMinnie.com 's series on the rise of theranostics. However, few freestanding theranostics centers exist today. Even if some private urology, radiation oncology practices, or radiologist groups are building the ability to perform theranostics, experts are cautious about patient management, rad
An HR Leaders Guide: 7 Questions To Ask When Developing Your Cancer Strategy
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