Imaging Technology

JULY 20, 2023

milla1cf Thu, 07/20/2023 - 20:11 July 20, 2023 — The members of the American Society for Radiation Oncology ( ASTRO ) recently elected three new officers to ASTRO’s Board of Directors, including Sameer Keole , MD, FASTRO , as President-elect; Wendy Woodward , MD, PhD, FASTRO, as Science Council Vice Chair; and Vivek S.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 22, 2024

American Shared Hospital Services (ASHS) is mourning the sudden passing of its CEO, Peter Gaccione. He brought 40 years of experience in the global radiation oncology and imaging business to the role, according to the firm. It has also named Greg Mercurio as its senior vice president of radiation oncology.

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Imaging Technology

JUNE 13, 2023

milla1cf Tue, 06/13/2023 - 20:02 June 13, 2023 — The Cancer Institute at Northwell Lenox Hill Hospital is the first in New York State to use the HyperSight imaging solution, which employs state-of-the-art cone-beam computed tomography technology to deliver faster, sharper images during the radiation therapy treatment process.

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AuntMinnie

JUNE 3, 2024

Eliot Siegel, MD; Stanislav Spiridonov, MD; Nathan Gee, MD; and Anthony Chang, PhD, are among a niche gathering of early adopters, entrepreneurial physicians, medical physicists, and investors with a sweet spot for nuclear medicine, diagnostic radiology, and radiation oncology.

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AuntMinnie

APRIL 4, 2024

Even if some private urology, radiation oncology practices, or radiologist groups are building the ability to perform theranostics, experts are cautious about patient management, radiation safety, and the risk of unnecessary imaging. However, few freestanding theranostics centers exist today. Hope added.

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Imaging Technology

AUGUST 3, 2023

milla1cf Thu, 08/03/2023 - 20:52 August 3, 2023 — RaySearch Laboratories AB announced that Lausanne Univeristy Hospital (CHUV), Switzerland, has treated their first patient using RayStation treatment planning system together with the oncology information system RayCare in combination with the Accuray CyberKnife treatment delivery system.

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 5, 2024

F-18 FDG is the most widely used cancer PET imaging radiotracer, yet its effectiveness for the detection and staging of suspected PDAC remains debatable, with studies suggesting its sensitivity ranges from 73% to 94%, according to the authors. DWI = diffusion-weighted imaging. Image courtesy of the Journal of Nuclear Medicine.

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AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 22, 2023

In a retrospective analysis, a team in Taiyuan, China, found that F-18 FDG-PET/CT was superior for analyzing imaging manifestations of NK/T-cell lymphoma and suggested that the scans can improve treatment plans for patients. “F-18 Transaxial images show an F-18 FDG-avid mass in both ethmoid sinus (B).

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AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

A radiomics nomogram based on F-18 FDG-PET/CT imaging could help clinicians assess long-term outcomes in women undergoing treatment for locally advanced cervical cancer, according to a study published January 30 in BMC Cancer.

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Imaging Technology

AUGUST 30, 2023

milla1cf Wed, 08/30/2023 - 14:45 August 30, 2023 — A published study by researchers at the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center shows that multiple beams and intervals in delivery during FLASH proton therapy treatment reduced skin-saving effects in preclinical models.

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Imaging Technology

JANUARY 8, 2024

GE HealthCare expects to leverage MIM Software’s imaging analytics and digital workflow capabilities across various care areas to accelerate innovation and differentiate its solutions for the benefit of patients and healthcare systems around the world.

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Imaging Technology

DECEMBER 1, 2023

milla1cf Fri, 12/01/2023 - 13:13 December 1, 2023 — The Radiation Oncology Program at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is one of only a few in the country to care exclusively for children. We’re entering an era of personalized medicine on all fronts, including pediatric radiation oncology ,” says Dr. Chang of USC.

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Imaging Technology

APRIL 29, 2024

a professor in Radiation Oncology at the Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center , aims to demonstrate the feasibility of PGHD collection during proton beam radiotherapy for lung cancer. These adverse events often lead to hospitalizations and treatment interruptions that can reduce treatment efficacy.

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AuntMinnie

MARCH 26, 2024

Theranostics pairs diagnostic biomarkers that can be visualized on nuclear medicine imaging with therapeutic agents that share a specific target in diseased cells or tissues. This theranostic therapy first demonstrated how using diagnostic imaging with a radioactive probe, gallium-68 (Ga-68 dotatate injection), could locate NETs on PET scans.

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Imaging Technology

APRIL 28, 2023

Chen is a board-certified radiation oncologist and Medical Director of the Central Nervous System (CNS) program at Jersey Shore University Medical Center , where he recently joined the staff. ProCure entered into an affiliation with Hackensack in 2020. ProCure entered into an affiliation with Hackensack in 2020.

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Imaging Technology

APRIL 26, 2023

The guideline is published in Practical Radiation Oncology. Recommendations also outline optimal staging, radiation dosing, treatment planning and delivery techniques, with a preference for hypofractionated radiation therapy or stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) when appropriate.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 23, 2023

CCPSC is the first in France to offer ZAP-X and is part of the renowned American Hospital of Paris, known for offering the most innovative technologies and most advanced treatment methods. milla1cf Tue, 05/23/2023 - 11:18 May 23, 2023 — ZAP Surgical Systems, Inc.,

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Imaging Technology

JUNE 12, 2023

In a Review article published in The Lancet Oncology, Susu Yan, PhD, and Thomas Bortfeld, PhD, from the Biophysics Division of MGH’s Department of Radiation Oncology, and co-authors describe the evolution of proton therapy and its benefits to patients and society.

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Imaging Technology

OCTOBER 3, 2023

2 poster presentation at the American Society for Radiation Oncology's (ASTRO) 65th Annual Meeting, ASTRO 2023 , being held this week in San Diego, CA. The findings add to the growing evidence of the efficacy and safety of its FDA-approved GammaTile Therapy, and were presented during an Oct.

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Imaging Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2023

This collaboration pioneered the use of IBA Proteus PLUS systems and Intensity Modulated Proton Therapy (IMPT) in hospitals globally. Olivier Legrain , Chief Executive Officer of IBA, commented: "We are very pleased to continue our work with Massachusetts General Hospital after a rewarding 25 years of collaboration.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 15, 2023

milla1cf Mon, 05/15/2023 - 10:26 May 15, 2023 — GE HealthCare is presenting three new global innovations – Intelligent Radiation Therapy (iRT), Auto Segmentation, and an updated Magnetic Resonance (MR) Radiation Therapy Suite (AIR Open Coil Suite) – that underscore the company’s commitment to enhancing the radiation oncology care pathway.

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Imaging Technology

APRIL 2, 2024

announced the acquisition’s close and addition of MIM Software’s imaging analytics and digital workflow solutions as a part of its leading global medical technology, pharmaceutical diagnostics, and digital portfolio. This includes MIMneuro , which offers quantification solutions for dopamine transporter imaging and amyloid imaging.

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Imaging Technology

JULY 5, 2023

By partnering with RaySearch, we can further optimize the capabilities of our systems, bringing innovative solutions to the field of radiation oncology. Johan Löf , founder and CEO, RaySearch, says: “We are thrilled to join forces with B dot Medical in this groundbreaking collaboration.

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Imaging Technology

DECEMBER 27, 2023

milla1cf Wed, 12/27/2023 - 20:01 December 27, 2023 — Nationwide Children’s Hospital and The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. This technology has the potential to literally improve the health and well-being of millions of people across Ohio and beyond.”

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Imaging Technology

JUNE 14, 2024

The proton system is scheduled to be installed in 2025, and once in use will usher in a new era of cutting-edge radiation oncology services. Upright patient positioning and a large bore diagnostic CT from Leo Cancer Care allow for real-time image guidance and adaptive therapy.

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Imaging Technology

MARCH 28, 2024

This was much higher than the 47% who felt the responsibility should be shared with physicians, or the 43% who felt it should be shared with hospitals. When asked who has responsibility for medical or legal problems arising from AI use, 91% of respondents pointed to AI developers.

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Imaging Technology

JULY 10, 2023

christine.book Mon, 07/10/2023 - 14:05 July 10, 2023 — The Association for Medical Imaging Management will be installing newly-elected officers during its July 12 business meeting during the AHRA 2023 Annual Meeting. The July 9-12 event is being held in Indianapolis, Ind., and commemorating the organization’s 50th year. Wendy Renneke R.T.(R)(CT)

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Aidoc

JULY 19, 2023

Becker’s Hospital Review recently released their list highlighting the “Great Hospitals in America.” At Carle Foundation hospital, Dr. Brian Mason and colleagues deployed medical imaging AI and care coordination workflows to expedite care and improve outcomes for stroke patients.

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Imaging Technology

MARCH 17, 2025

tim.hodson Mon, 03/17/2025 - 12:17 March 14, 2025 Another pivotal milestone in the nations fight against cancer recently took place with the reintroduction of bipartisan federal legislation to transform Medicare reimbursement for radiation therapy. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) and Gary Peters (D-Mich.) Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.), ASTRO applauds Sen.

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Imaging Technology

AUGUST 17, 2023

The five-week course of treatment is part of a European clinical trial involving both PSI and University Hospital Zurich. This is the first time this type of radiotherapy has been used in Switzerland to treat an oesophageal tumour.

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Imaging Technology

JULY 9, 2024

End users include hospitals, ambulatory services, radiotherapy centers, with applications including breast, prostate, lung, cervical, skin and lip and other cancers. Types of radiotherapy include both External and Internal Beam Radiation Therapy.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 20, 2024

announced that internationally recognized radiation oncology physician, researcher and thought leader Steven E. DABR, FACRO , has joined its care team as Director of the Center of Advanced Radiation Excellence (CARE) and Director of Radiation Oncology Research. Finkelstein, M.D., is an affiliate of U.S.

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Imaging Technology

JUNE 6, 2023

christine.book Tue, 06/06/2023 - 14:41 June 6, 2023 — RaySearch Laboratories has announced that New York University (NYU) Langone Hospital - Long Island (Mineola, NY) has placed an order for the treatment planning system RayStation.

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TTG Imaging Solutions

MAY 5, 2023

Enhances TTG’s continued commitment to offer a full spectrum of high-quality and cost-effective service solutions in the cardiology and radiation oncology markets PITTSBURGH, PA (May 5, 2023) – TTG Imaging Solutions, LLC (TTG) announced today the acquisition of Digirad Health, Inc., headquartered in Suwanee, GA.

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Imaging Technology

MAY 19, 2023

Muroff, MD, FACR , the 2023 Leadership Luminary Award recipients for their exceptional lifetime achievements, innovation, leadership and service to the medical specialties of radiology or radiation oncology. Muroff, MD, FACR , is immediate past CEO and president of Imaging Consultants, Inc., Lawrence R.

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Midstate Radiology Associates

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

continues to expand its award winning imaging services to more convenient Connecticut locations. NHRA) and Whitney Imaging sites. to continue expanding their footprint across the state, providing comprehensive imaging services to more Connecticut towns. currently manages and reads for over 24 imaging locations statewide.

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Imaging Technology

JANUARY 11, 2024

For the first time globally, a full-body MRI device for real-time imaging is combined with a proton therapy system in the form of a prototype. The inauguration ceremony was held at OncoRay – National Center for Radiation Research in Oncology with Saxony’s Minister-President Michael Kretschmer present.

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