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.
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.
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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.
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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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.
AuntMinnie
MAY 12, 2023
Abbott has secured approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA. Read more on AuntMinnie.
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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.
Diagnostic Imaging
MAY 8, 2023
Adjunctive use of an artificial intelligence (AI) software demonstrated nearly equivalent sensitivity and over 28 percent higher accuracy in comparison to radiologist assessment of breast ultrasound images for breast lesions, according to new research presented at the recent Society of Breast Imaging (SBI) conference.
AuntMinnie
MAY 12, 2023
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force's (USPSTF) updated breast cancer screenin. Read more on AuntMinnie.com Related Reading: USPSTF calls for biennial mammography screening as of age 40 USPSTF discusses breast cancer screening recommendations BWHI calls for annual breast cancer screening Volpara expands support for DenseBreast-Info.
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.
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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
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.
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.
AuntMinnie
MAY 12, 2023
The authors of a case they dubbed "the Andes of bladder stones" described findin. Read more on AuntMinnie.
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.
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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.
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.
Diagnostic Imaging
MAY 8, 2023
This author emphasizes keys to being engaging and informative during a lecture.
AuntMinnie
MAY 12, 2023
Fibroblast activation protein inhibitor (FAPI)-PET imaging shows promise i. Read more on AuntMinnie.
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.
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Radiology Business
MAY 12, 2023
William Brody, MD, is stepping down from the practice's governing body, with a notable name serving as his replacement.
Health IT Analytics
MAY 8, 2023
Northwestern University… read more
AuntMinnie
MAY 12, 2023
The use of thallium-201 (Tl-201) radiotracer in SPECT imaging has plummete. Read more on AuntMinnie.com Related Reading: SPECT/CT shows lung abnormalities in children with long COVID SPECT tracers go head-to-head in prostate cancer patients Does Tc-99m SPECT damage DNA? Tc-99m SPECT/CT imaging detects COVID-19 Which nuclear modality has the lowest dose for CHD?
Health Imaging
MAY 11, 2023
The task force cited insufficient evidence as the driver behind the decision to forego recommending supplemental screening.
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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
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%).
Health IT Analytics
MAY 9, 2023
New research from the Icahn… read more
AuntMinnie
MAY 12, 2023
A Swedish study of nearly 15,000 women found that digital breast tomosynthesi. Read more on AuntMinnie.com Related Reading: Studies shed light on false-negative DBT findings DBT shines in women with breast cancer history Radiologist DBT reading performance improves over time Could ultrasound be used before DBT in focal breast complaints?
Health Imaging
MAY 8, 2023
“Healthcare is going to change. Writing is going to change. Research is going to change. I’m just trying to publish now and show it so people can know about it and explore more.
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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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