Ben White
MAY 9, 2023
It should go without saying, but I’ll say it anyway: these are my opinions, formed from the combination of my biases, my experience as a radiologist since beginning residency 10 years ago, and my many conversations with radiologists across the country. You don’t have to agree with me. Not Enough and No Help Coming For today’s needs and today’s technology, we have simply produced far too few radiologists.
Diagnostic Imaging
MAY 11, 2023
In a large retrospective study of 26,455 participants from the National Lung Screening Trial, low dose computed tomography (LDCT) exams revealed significant incidental findings (SIFs), ranging from emphysema to suspicious lesions, in 8,954 participants.
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Radiology Business
MAY 12, 2023
“I am delighted by the overwhelming support Resolution #11 received at the ACR meeting," one of its supporters told Radiology Business this week.
Imaging Technology
MAY 11, 2023
milla1cf Thu, 05/11/2023 - 11:46 May 11, 2023 — According to an accepted manuscript published in ARRS’ own American Journal of Roentgenology ( AJR ) , frequencies of imaging-apparent and palpable hematoma were not significantly different between patients temporarily discontinuing versus maintaining antithrombotic therapy (AT). “The findings support safety of continuing AT during breast core-needle biopsy (CNB),” wrote lead researcher Melissa Reichman, MD, of Weill Cornell Medicine at New York
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Ben White
MAY 8, 2023
From an opinion piece in AJR recently titled “ The Case for Presence as a Source of Professional, Educational, and Social Fulfillment “: Although the long-term impact on social wellbeing of working virtually compared to working in-person is not yet fully understood, physical presence is likely to be conducive to establishing connectedness.
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Health Imaging
MAY 10, 2023
These findings warrant serious consideration by physicians caring for pregnant women in the future, as the link between poor mental health and placental development remains “underappreciated.
Imaging Technology
MAY 9, 2023
milla1cf Tue, 05/09/2023 - 09:19 May 9, 2023 — Leaders from RadEqual , an organization that fosters networking and mentorship opportunities for leaders in radiology, informatics, and IT management, and the American Association for Women in Radiology (AAWR) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the 2023 American College of Radiology’s annual meeting in Washington D.C.
Radiology Business
MAY 9, 2023
The radiographer profession, for one, hit an "all time high" in 2023, with 18.1% of actively recruited positions sitting unfilled, the ASRT reported Monday.
J Gershon Breast Imaging
MAY 10, 2023
This week the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force came out with a draft version of revised guidelines for mammography screening. The new recommendation endorses biennial screening mammography beginning at age 40 for all women. While this is an improvement over the prior recommendation to begin screening at age 50, it falls short of the current recommendation by the Society of Breast Imaging and the American College of Radiology to obtain annual mammograms beginning at age 40.
Health Imaging
MAY 10, 2023
The ACR Committee on Drugs and Contrast Media stated that exposure to the gadolinium-based contrast agent represents a “sufficiently low or possibly nonexistent” risk to patients.
Imaging Technology
MAY 12, 2023
milla1cf Fri, 05/12/2023 - 22:09 May 12, 2023 — Abbott announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved expanded MRI labeling for its Eterna spinal cord stimulation (SCS) system to include new leads that are MR conditional, which means people with chronic pain can undergo MRI scans within the approved outlined conditions and have a wider selection of lead options for full-body scans.1,2 The Eterna SCS system with TotalScan MRI technology now provides full-body
Radiology Business
MAY 12, 2023
Between 2020-2021 (and amid the pandemic), interventional consult volumes climbed 13%, while consult-specific payments leapt by 84%, experts detailed.
Cassling's MRI
MAY 10, 2023
(May 10, 2023) Omaha, Nebraska – Cassling, an imaging and therapeutic technology, services and solutions vendor, is launching a new team to expand its industry partnerships and make its vision a reality. The business unit, Growth & Innovation, is tasked with bringing new services and solutions to market to help healthcare organizations solve their imaging pain points, remain viable and keep providers local.
UCSF Biomedical Imaging
MAY 11, 2023
2023 Workshop HMTRC celebrated its 11 th year as a center, and its annual Workshop continues to have a national and global impact on advancing hyperpolarized carbon-13 MR molecular imaging technology.
Imaging Technology
MAY 12, 2023
milla1cf Fri, 05/12/2023 - 22:07 May 12, 2023 — A newly published meta-analysis indicates that amino acid PET can accurately differentiate recurrent or progressive brain metastases from treatment-related changes. A specificity of 84 percent suggests that it may reduce the number of invasive procedures and overtreatment in patients who in fact experience treatment-related changes.
Diagnostic Imaging
MAY 12, 2023
In a recent video interview, David Ouyang, M.D., shared insights from two recent studies he co-authored on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve initial assessment of left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) on echocardiography and ascertain cardiac risks associated with changes in the left ventricle sphericity index seen on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Health Imaging
MAY 8, 2023
Researchers suggested these findings could be used as a noninvasive tool in creating more personalized treatment options for patients facing a cancer diagnosis that is invasive in nature.
Radiology Business
MAY 12, 2023
The allegations pertain to the Amsterdam-based corporation’s sales of diagnostic imaging equipment in China, the SEC announced Thursday.
Imaging Technology
MAY 11, 2023
milla1cf Thu, 05/11/2023 - 12:04 May 11, 2023 — The American College of Radiology ( ACR ) unveiled its new brand as a centerpiece of its first 100-year celebration at ACR 2023, the College’s annual meeting in Washington, DC. Featuring the theme — “Focused. Forward. Together.” — the new ACR branding will roll out during the next several weeks. “Celebrating its centennial year, ACR’s new branding is bold, inclusive and forward-thinking,” said Jacqueline A.
Medical Xpress: Radiology
MAY 9, 2023
Many middle-aged and older women get mammograms every one to two years to screen for breast cancer, as recommended by their doctors. A study by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis indicates that previous mammograms hold underutilized data that could help identify women at high risk of breast cancer and even reveal which breast is likely to be affected.
Health Imaging
MAY 10, 2023
These findings highlight a need for more stringent and standardized reporting guidelines relative to incidental findings, authors of the new study suggested.
Radiology Business
MAY 11, 2023
The Plantation, Florida, company saw volumes from the modality leap 16.1% on a same-store basis when compared to Q1 of 2022, leaders said Thursday.
Imaging Technology
MAY 9, 2023
milla1cf Tue, 05/09/2023 - 08:38 May 9, 2023 — The American College of Radiology ( ACR ) Economics and Health Policy Department has selected Ezequiel Silva III, MD, FACR, FSIR, FRBMA, RCC , as the 2023 recipient of the William T. Thorwarth Jr., MD, Award. This honor recognizes individuals who demonstrate outstanding contributions to the field of health policy and economics for radiology.
Medical Xpress: Radiology
MAY 8, 2023
What cell types are found in which human tissue, and where? Which genes are active in the individual cells, and which proteins are found there? Answers to these questions and more are to be provided by a specialized atlas—in particular how the different tissues form during embryonic development and what causes diseases.
vRad
MAY 11, 2023
Ever since I was in grade school, I knew I wanted to be a doctor. I discovered radiology in middle school, and you could say it was my first love. When I started a family, a new love came into my life, but that did not diminish my passion for radiology. I wanted a well-rounded life: a fulfilling radiology career and significant time with my family. I honestly thought a traditional radiology career could provide a healthy work-life balance, but during residency, fellowship, and a few years of pri
MedImaging MRI
MAY 10, 2023
An AI-driven imaging platform for the identification of age-related diseases utilizes sophisticated AI algorithms to examine MRI data and offer.
Imaging Technology
MAY 8, 2023
mtaschetta-millane Mon, 05/08/2023 - 15:26 May 8, 2023 — RapidAI , the global leader in using AI to combat life-threatening vascular and neurovascular conditions and support patient workflow, announced today that its combined hemorrhagic solution — Rapid ICH and Rapid Hyperdensity — has been selected as the “ Best New Imaging Solution ” in the 7th annual MedTech Breakthrough Awards , an independent market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies, technologies, and products
Health Imaging
MAY 11, 2023
Not only could the materials reduce patient exposure to ionizing radiation, they also could reduce costs associated with traditional X-ray equipment, according to newly published research in Nature Communications.
Radiology Business
MAY 9, 2023
PET/CT saw the biggest gains, up almost 21% year-over-year compared to Q1 of 2022, with the group collecting $390M in revenue (up 14%).
Diagnostic Imaging
MAY 8, 2023
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