Ben White
JULY 14, 2023
This work-in-progress post is the first entry in a series of upcoming posts about radiology tools, ergonomics, and efficiency. This includes the go-to stuff I use every day to practice diagnostic radiology, (briefly) how I use them, and a few alternatives. This series has been a long time coming and is the result of a lot of research, trial and error, and input from others in the radiology community.
Imaging Technology
JULY 13, 2023
I recently attended the 2023 AIMed Global Summit, which focused on artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare, in San Diego. During the summit, many leading experts discussed the various ways that AI is being implemented in healthcare. What struck me was the number of presenters who had a personal story behind what led them to pursue this path in life.
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Maven Imaging
JULY 12, 2023
As experts in radiology equipment, we at Maven Imaging often get asked, "Do urgent care clinics perform X-rays?" The short answer is, yes, they typically do. But there's a lot more to it.
UCSF Biomedical Imaging
JULY 10, 2023
A team of investigators from the Abuabara Lab at UC San Francisco, UCSF Radiology and the University of Arizona reviewed available literature on skin sodium to investigate its connection to total body sodium and to immunity.
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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.
Ben White
JULY 13, 2023
This chart comes from a Joint Commission paper on Physician Task Load and the Risk of Burnout : It reads like a meaningful comparison, but the data is actually just self-reported from a survey of different specialties. It is a (nonetheless flawed) reflection of how these groups of doctors viewed themselves, their work, and its challenges. The paper came out in 2021 but this feels dated.
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MedImaging MRI
JULY 14, 2023
An innovative neonatal MRI system tailored specifically for infant anatomy can be directly installed in the NICU and employs a 3 Tesla (3T) magnet, a feature previously absent in neonatal MRI systems.
Health Imaging
JULY 12, 2023
With proper training, large language models could help address inappropriate imaging referrals, which are common in EDs, experts write in the Journal of the American College of Radiology.
Ben White
JULY 13, 2023
From MONETIZING MEDICINE: PRIVATE EQUITY AND COMPETITION IN PHYSICIAN PRACTICE MARKETS , a report by the American Antitrust Institute: Price increases associated with PE acquisitions are exceptionally high where a PE firm controls a competitively significant share of the local market. When we focus our analysis on markets where a single PE firm controls more than 30% of the market, we find further elevated prices associated with PE acquisitions in each of the 3 specialties with statistically sig
Imaging Technology
JULY 12, 2023
The healthcare market is witnessing a dynamic shift in how and where patients want to receive care, with the flexibility and convenience of outpatient settings driving a greater utilization of outpatient imaging and teleradiology services, a trend most prevalent in the U.S. market.
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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.
MedImaging MRI
JULY 12, 2023
In groundbreaking research, scientists have uncovered a novel application of copper in designing MRI contrast agents that holds promise for generating superior, safer images to facilitate easier and safer patient diagnosis.
Radiology Business
JULY 12, 2023
Measures to optimize the value of imaging will be necessary as the strained PCP workforce is increasingly augmented by other providers, experts wrote in JACR.
Ben White
JULY 11, 2023
Jeff Goldsmith in “ What Can We Learn from the Envision Bankruptcy? “: Strategically, the Envision bankruptcy raises anew the question of whether there are economies of scale, and investment returns to scaling, in healthcare. Certainly the conventional wisdom argued that large firms like Envision had the ability to recruit and retain clinicians across vast geographies, and negotiating power with the large insurers that increasingly dominate key insurance sectors like Medicare Advanta
Imaging Technology
JULY 12, 2023
As the radiology community continues to learn and leverage the latest advancements in the use of artificial intelligence (AI), it was fitting that an esteemed panel of leading experts in this area presented an important and comprehensive session on the final day of the 108th Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting.
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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.
MedImaging General Imaging
JULY 12, 2023
In groundbreaking research, scientists have uncovered a novel application of copper in designing MRI contrast agents that holds promise for generating superior, safer images to facilitate easier and safer patient diagnosis.
Radiology Business
JULY 14, 2023
The window to serve RP with the complaint was slated to expire July 13, with a judge prepared to dismiss the case if the action was not completed
vRad
JULY 13, 2023
The thought of missing a critical finding can strike fear in the heart of even the most seasoned radiologist. So, when I’m asked which findings are most commonly missed, I don’t hesitate to answer. The most-missed findings that can lead to a devastating patient care outcome, or are most likely to land you in court, are spinal epidural abscesses, aortic dissection, ischemic bowel, intracranial hemorrhage and pulmonary embolism.
Imaging Technology
JULY 12, 2023
During the AIMed 2023 Summit, a panel of experts shared their personal perspective on what’s happening in artificial intelligence (AI), particularly with ChatGPT, and where they think these advances are going, in a panel discussion titled AI Foundations: 2023 Update of AI in Healthcare.
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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.
Health Imaging
JULY 13, 2023
A Journal of the American College of Radiology study details how one radiology department implemented NLP software to resolve inadvertent discordance between physicians and an AI decision support system.
Radiology Business
JULY 12, 2023
Such ownership changes were associated with an 8.2% price increase in radiology and statistically significant upticks across 8 of the 10 specialties examined.
Medical Xpress: Radiology
JULY 13, 2023
In a world first, University of Ottawa scientists have introduced a metal-free MRI dye capable of mapping kidney function with unprecedented accuracy. This technique will modernize urology, allow for more personalized care and—ultimately—improve patient outcomes.
Imaging Technology
JULY 12, 2023
milla1cf Wed, 07/12/2023 - 10:35 July 12, 2023 — United Imaging , a global leader in manufacturing advanced medical imaging and radiotherapy equipment and a Leadership Circle sponsor at this year's SNMMI , is making news on several fronts at SNMMI's annual meeting in Chicago. "There has been a debate in the marketplace for a while about the relative importance of resolution, axial field of view (FOV), and time of flight (TOF)," said Jeffrey Bundy, Ph.D , CEO of United Imaging Healthcare Soluti
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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 General Imaging
JULY 14, 2023
A cutting-edge image analysis technology can identify and measure the invisible signs of inflammation in routine CT heart scans.
Radiology Business
JULY 13, 2023
Imaging advocates blasted the proposal shortly after its release, saying it's "unconscionable that radiology is again on the chopping block.
Medical Xpress: Radiology
JULY 13, 2023
Scientists have found a new use for copper in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) contrast agent design, that could help to create better images which help doctors diagnose patients' conditions more easily and safely.
Imaging Technology
JULY 9, 2023
The Association for Medical Imaging Management’s (AHRA) 2023 Annual Meeting and Exposition kicked off today at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, bringing to a close the association’s year-long 50th anniversary celebration.
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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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