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Radiologists face a significantly higher burden from tumor boards than other physicians

Radiology Business

Researchers with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center believe their study provides important information for institutions seeking to address physician burnout.

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Crowdsourced Advice for Being a Young Radiology Attending

Ben White

When I was serving as chair of the Texas Radiological Society’s Young Professional Section, I surveyed practicing radiologists about the transition between training and independent practice. This collection, along with other career advice, is collected on the YPS page of the TRS website. Here are some highlights from their advice: § On the Single Biggest Surprise of Being a New Attending: Being alone and not being able to get “the answer” from an attending The pace of private p

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FAPI-PET bests FDG-PET in detecting gastrointestinal cancer

AuntMinnie

Fibroblast activation protein inhibitor (FAPI)-PET/CT appears superior to standard FDG-PET/CT for detecting gastrointestinal cancer, with higher radiotracer uptake seen in most tumors, according to a study published October 26 in the Journal of Nuclear Medicine. In a clinical trial, researchers in Xiamen, China, compared the two approaches for detecting primary and metastatic tumors in patients with confirmed gastric, liver, or pancreatic cancer.

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CT News: American Cancer Society Issues Updated Lung Cancer Screening Recommendations

Diagnostic Imaging

In a newly updated guidance, the American Cancer Society recommends the expansion of annual lung cancer screening with low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) for current or previous smokers 50 to 80 years of age who have a 20-pack-year or greater history of smoking.

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Testing Innovations in Cancer: How to evaluate and use new technologies

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.

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CRYOSTAT-2: Early Empiric Cryoprecipitate in Major Trauma

REBEL EM

Background: Hemorrhage is the leading cause of trauma related mortality. The initial injury is often complicated by multifactorial coagulopathy that can exacerbate bleeding. Fibrinogen is the precursor to fibrin and a major component of stable clot formation. Fibrinogen and fibrin are often depleted during major trauma as a result of consumption, breakdown, and dilution.

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Minnies winners for 2023 highlight AI, innovation in radiology

AuntMinnie

Each year, the Minnies award winners reflect the current challenges, issues, and advances in radiology. And 2023 is no exception. Notably, AI was even more prevalent this year among the Minnies winners than in the past. The technology figured prominently in five Minnies categories, including Hottest Clinical Procedure. And for the first time since 2018, physician burnout did not win the Minnies award for Biggest Threat to Radiology.

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Meta-Analysis of 83 MRI Studies Suggests Link Between Adversity Exposure and Mental Health Issues

Diagnostic Imaging

In their review of functional MRI data from over 5,200 study participants, researchers noted that higher amygdala reactivity and lower prefrontal cortical reactivity were associated with adversity exposure, findings that may contribute to exaggerated threat detection and reduced emotional control.

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Medicare Physician Payment Final Rule Cements More Cuts to Radiation Oncology, Underscores Need for Legislative Fix

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Fri, 11/03/2023 - 12:20 November 3, 2023 —The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) issued the following statement from Jeff M. Michalski, MD, MBA, FASTRO, Chair of the ASTRO Board of Directors, in response to the final 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) released today by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS): “ASTRO is deeply disappointed that CMS finalized an additional 2% cut to reimbursement for radiation therapy in today’s MPFS final rule.

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Responding to criticism from radiologists, feds aim to fix dispute resolution under No Surprises Act

Radiology Business

The rule seeks to improve communication between health insurers, physicians and the independent entities that arbitrate disagreements over out-of-network payments.

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Maximize Your Radiology Center’s Performance With Specialized Scheduling

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.

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Microflow imaging useful in diagnosing breast lesions

AuntMinnie

Microflow imaging can differentiate between benign and malignant breast lesions, suggest findings published October 28 in Clinical Radiology. Researchers led by Runlan Luo, MD, from the Chinese PLA General Hospital in Beijing found that this method along with high-definition microflow imaging outperforms color Doppler flow imaging in diagnosing breast lesions.

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Happy National Radiologic Technologist Week, November 5-11, 2023

UCSF Biomedical Imaging

Each year, during the first week of November, we observe National Radiologic Technology Week (NRTW) to recognize and celebrate our imaging technologists.

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AMA Will Issue New CPT Code for AI Prostate Cancer Mapping Tool

Diagnostic Imaging

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) Category III code for the Unfold AI prostate cancer mapping platform can be utilized by radiologists starting in July 2024.

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Medicare finalizes 2024 physician fee schedule with radiologist pay cuts, pause of AUC program

Radiology Business

Physician advocacy groups including the RBMA, ASTRO, MGMA and AMA criticized the final rule, with the latter calling it a "recipe for financial instability.

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The Employers Guide to Controlling Cancer

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.

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AI-FoCUS performs well in LVEF assessment

AuntMinnie

AI-assisted focused cardiac ultrasound (FoCUS) is on par with transthoracic echocardiogram (TTE) when it comes to assessing left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) estimations, according to research published October 28 in npj Digital Medicine. A team led by Pouya Motazedian, MD, from the University of Ottawa Heart Institute in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada found that AI-FoCUS had high area under the curve (AUC) values when identifying an abnormal LVEF and severe dysfunction.

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Guerbet to Spotlight Diagnostic and Interventional Solutions at the 2023 Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Fri, 11/03/2023 - 12:22 November 3, 2023 — Guerbet , a global leader in medical imaging with more than 30 years of experience in MRI, announced today its schedule of activities at the 2023 Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting from November 26-30 in Chicago, IL. In addition to the Guerbet exhibit (booth #1711), the company will be presenting safety data in an abstract titled "Safety of gadopiclenol for magnetic resonance imaging ( MRI ):

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ML Model Estimates Chemotherapy Success in Bone Cancer Patients

Health IT Analytics

Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers have successfully developed a machine learning model to calculate percent necrosis in patients with intramedullary osteosarcoma.

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GE HealthCare bests quarterly profit estimates amid strong demand for imaging products

Radiology Business

Q3 revenues from its imaging segment leapt 5% year-over-year, to $2.6 billion, driven by interest in its molecular imaging, CT and MR offerings.

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Improving Access To & Utilization Of Cancer Screening With Color

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.

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PET/MRI reveals effects of COVID-19 vaccines in children

AuntMinnie

PET/MRI scans have revealed immune system reactions after COVID-19 vaccines in children with cancer, according to a study published October 26 in the Journal of Nuclear Medicine. A team at Stanford University in Stanford, CA, evaluated F-18 FDG-PET/MRI scans of six children and young adults before and after COVID-19 vaccination. The scans demonstrated thymus activation in addition to local lymph node reactions, the group found.

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Future Horizons in Breast Cancer Screening

Imaging Technology

Breast cancer remains a significant health concern, responsible for more than 600,000 deaths annually. Early detection, particularly through screening, is pivotal in mitigating its impact.

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Challenges With Traditional Imaging Methods for Prostate Cancer

Diagnostic Imaging

Imaging experts discuss the challenges with traditional imaging modalities for prostate cancer, commenting on the bone scan and CT scan.

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Rad Tech Week Demonstrates Need for Year-Round Appreciation

Cassling's MRI

It’s one of the best weeks of the year – National Radiologic Technologist Week! Cassling’s annual commemoration of Rad Tech Week has taken place for 14 years, and for good reason, this week is an opportunity to stop and appreciate the hard work technologists, physicians, support teams and other healthcare workers put forth to ensure a compassionate, high-quality patient experience.

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From Prevention to Survivorship: How HR Can Support Employees Facing Cancer Diagnoses

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.

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3D imaging modeling cost-effective for pediatric surgery

AuntMinnie

3D anatomical modeling using advanced imaging software can be cost-effective in planning pediatric surgeries, according to research published October 28 in the Journal of Pediatric Surgery. A team led by Mark Ryan, MD, from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas found that its modeling approach can successfully visualize pediatric anatomical structures.

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Helmet Scanner Diagnoses Brain Stroke in Minutes at Patient Bedside

MedImaging General Imaging

A portable imaging device makes it easier to quickly image the brain, eliminating the need to transport patients to a radiology department - a process that can be time-consuming even when the patient is already in a hospital.

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Radiology societies press Congress to pass bill that would blunt Medicare cuts tied to clinical labor costs

Radiology Business

The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health recently held a hearing to discuss the proposal, with rads hopeful it will be included in a year-end package.

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REBEL Cast Book Club Episode 4 — The Rise of Superman: Decoding the Science of Ultimate Human Performance

REBEL EM

What is Flow? Simply put, flow is the peak of human performance, maximum focus with maximum responsiveness, an optimal state of consciousness. This state of mind is accessible to anyone under the right circumstances and has huge implications to how we live, work and train. REBEL Cast Book Club Episode 4 — The Rise of Superman: Decoding the Science of Ultimate Human Performance Click here for Direct Download of the Podcast In “The Rise of Superman,” Steven Kotler details the flow state throug

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An HR Leaders Guide: 7 Questions To Ask When Developing Your Cancer Strategy

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?