AuntMinnie
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
VIENNA Generative AI may have novel applications in the clinic, but using the technology comes with its share of challenges and future directions, according to a presentation given February 26 at ECR 2025. In his talk, Marc Kohli, MD, from the University of California, San Francisco, discussed current applications of this technology in clinical radiology.
Professional Radiology
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
The way physicians identify illness is changing due to advances in medical imaging, which make early diagnosis quicker, more precise, and less invasive. These technologies, ranging from high-resolution MRIs to state-of-the-art CT scans, can give doctors the ability to spot possible health problems before symptoms even show up. As one of El Pasos top radiology centers, Professional Radiology is dedicated to offering cutting-edge imaging services that aid in the early detection of illnesses.
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Ben White
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
The Tension There is an inherent tension in radiology between quality and speed. Obviously, there are faster radiologists and slower radiologists. And there are better radiologists and worse radiologists. It is not even that you are either fast or slow in all contexts. It is also not a false dichotomy in that you are either slow but good or fast but bad.
Health Imaging
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
Following the mass layoffs, labeled the Valentines Day Massacre by some, many have expressed concern with how the move could impact patient care, AI research and more.
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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.
Radiology Business
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
"We vehemently refute all their manufactured allegations, and we will vigorously defend our position," CEO Rich Whitney, MBA, said Wednesday.
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AuntMinnie
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
F-18 FDG-PET/CT is a valuable approach for diagnosing unknown infections in intensive care unit (ICU) patients, according to research published February 20 in Annals of Intensive Care. The finding is from a study in two medical centers in the Netherlands in which patients with persistent illness underwent at least seven other types of diagnostic procedures prior to the PET/CT scans, including x-rays and CT scans, noted lead author Bram van Leer, MD, of the University of Groningen, and colleagues
Imaging Technology
FEBRUARY 12, 2025
tim.hodson Wed, 02/12/2025 - 09:30 Feb. 11, 2025 Harrison.ai, a developer of AI-powered medical diagnostic support and workflow solutions, has announced the accelerated expansion of its operations into the United States a move supported by US$112 million of Series C funding. The funding will also fuel the companys product roadmap and continued growth in the UK, EMEA and APAC.
Ben White
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
From a Radiology Business summary of two new JACR papers predicting the future radiology market : In the next 30 years, the supply of radiologists is expected to grow by nearly 26%, assuming no increases in the number of radiology residents. Meanwhile, imaging utilization will climb between 17-27% during the same time, depending on modality, experts detailed in the JACR. […] The present radiologist shortage is projected to persist unless steps are taken to grow the workforce and/or decreas
Health Imaging
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
These elevated risks extend well beyond the initial infection period, researchers caution.
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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.
Radiology Business
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
Connecticut Sen. Saud Anwar, MD, proposed Bill No. 489 last month amid concerns about care delays at Hartford-based Jefferson Radiology, an affiliate of Rad Partners.
REBEL EM
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
Background In 1979, Hiroshi Natori was the first to appreciate the sonographic changes that occur in the inferior vena cava (IVC)s diameter with ventilation in spontaneously breathing patients, mechanically ventilated patients, and those with carcinogenic and tuberculoid cardiac tamponade. 1 They noticed how spontaneously breathing patients had their IVC collapse with inspiration; and ventilated patients had their IVC dilate during positive pressure ventilation.
AuntMinnie
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
Socioeconomic factors influence how women respond to national mammography recommendations, according to findings published February 5 in JAMA Network Open. In a study of about 1.6 million women, researchers led by Jason Semprini, PhD, from Des Moines University in West Des Moines, IA, found reduced mammography rates after the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) updated its breast cancer screening recommendations in 2009.
Imaging Technology
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
tim.hodson Thu, 02/13/2025 - 09:40 Feb. 12, 2025 Cortechs.ai, a supplier of novel imaging solutions for prostate cancer care, and EDAP TMS SA, a provider ofrobotic energy-based therapies, have announced the successful completion of the worlds first OnQ Prostate-assisted Focal One Robotic HIFU procedure at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Prostate Center.
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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.
Ben White
FEBRUARY 25, 2025
Back in 2020, the American Board of Radiology released new agreements in order to participate in maintenance of certification “continuing” certification, the thing you have to do in order to be board-certified and practice radiology no matter how meaningless the process is (thankfully, the ABR’s OLA process is relatively painless ).
Health Imaging
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
The software has been primarily disguised as Philips DICOM MediaViewerLauncher.exea trusted program that enables patients to view their medical imaging on their own personal servers.
Radiology Business
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
QT Imaging celebrated going public by ringing the Nasdaq bell in April, but less than a year later it has been booted.
REBEL EM
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Bottom Line Up Top: Replacing the nail into the eponychial fold doesnt appear to be critical to nail regrowth and cosmetic outcomes of finger injuries with nail avulsion. Clinical Scenario: A 6-year-old boy presents to the Peds ED with an injury to their left 2nd digit. The finger was caught in a car door, injuring the nail and nail bed. On presentation, the patient has a linear laceration the full length of the nailbed and the nail has been avulsed.
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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.
AuntMinnie
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
The success of radiologists participating in the Medicare Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) varies according to practice type and size, with individual radiologists being at a disadvantage, researchers have reported. The findings suggest possible biases and imbalances in the MIPS program that should be addressed, wrote a team led byYoonKyung Chung, PhD, of the Harvey L.
Vesta Teleradiology
FEBRUARY 12, 2025
February is National Cancer Prevention Month , a time to focus on the impact of early cancer detection and prevention. As healthcare providers, you know that catching cancer in its earliest stages significantly improves patient outcomes. Advanced imaging technologies continue to play a crucial role in detecting cancers before they progress, giving patients the best chance for successful treatment.
Imaging Technology
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
tim.hodson Fri, 02/14/2025 - 15:14 Feb.12, 2025 Konica Minolta Healthcare Americas, has published a case study by clinicians in the pulmonary and radiology departments at ASST Fatebenefratelli Sacco (Milan, Italy) demonstrating the use of Dynamic Digital Radiography (DDR) to help definitively diagnose diaphragm dysfunction. The study, published in the journal Diagnostics, highlights the clinical value of DDR through its unique ability to evaluate diaphragm movement in real time and integrate dyn
Health Imaging
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
The product was developed to both improve image quality and shorten image acquisition times.
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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.
Radiology Business
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Those involved plan to hire a community health worker and care navigator to help shepherd underserved patients through the screening process.
Aidoc
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Built on decades of advancements in machine learning (ML) and neural networks, foundation models stand to address long-standing AI data and training limitations and introduce unmatched adaptability. While foundation models are still emerging in healthcare, its principles are rooted in earlier successes across other industries, making the transition to healthcare a natural progression.
AuntMinnie
FEBRUARY 28, 2025
Hybrid PET/MRI scans outperform either technique alone for identifying tumors in high-risk patients with suspected prostate cancer, according to research presented February 27 at ECR in Vienna. The finding is from a preliminary analysis of 23 patients enrolled in an ongoing clinical trial, noted Giorgio Brembilla, MD, PhD, of the IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute in Milan, Italy.
MRI Network
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) acknowledges that “health disparities are preventable differences in the burden of disease, injury, violence, or opportunities.” Unfortunately, not everyone in the United States receives the same levels of care. Since healthcare disparities in hospitals have preventable sources, though, organizations can work toward providing more equitable services that acknowledge the unique needs of each patient.
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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?
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