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A Short History of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Open Medscience

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revolutionized medical diagnostics by evolving from nuclear magnetic resonance discoveries to life-saving technology. The post A Short History of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) appeared first on Open MedScience.

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PowerPoint files may contain protected imaging health information

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"Radiologists are uniquely positioned to educate other healthcare providers on how to properly remove personal health information from radiologic imaging files," wrote Stern and colleague William Weadock, MD, also of the university. PowerPoint presentations that include medical images are a valuable educational tool, Stern and Weadock noted.

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The Gold Standard in Medical Imaging: What ACR Accreditation Means to Us and Our Patients

Professional Radiology

Accreditation by the ACR is considered the gold standard in medical imaging. One of our major services is providing MRIs (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) for patients. Magnetic Resonance Imaging is a non-invasive technology used to produce high-quality 3-D images of the human anatomy.

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ASRT: Nuclear medicine technologist salaries show greatest gains

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ASRT's survey confirmed that all major disciplines in medical imaging and radiation therapy in the U.S. Magnetic resonance imaging technologists saw an increase of 12.5% Nuclear medicine technologists experienced the largest average compensation gains, up 20.2% have seen wage and salary increases since 2022.

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Medical Imaging for Stroke Diagnosis

Midstate Radiology Associates

During the diagnostic process, medical imaging assists with assessing the blood vessels and surrounding tissue. Learn how CT scans and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) play a role. CT Scan Cross-sectional imaging of the head can determine if a blood clot or bleeding on the brain is present. What Is a Stroke?

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Radiology leadership changes to begin in the new year

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Reeder has been faculty at UW-Madison since 2005 and previously served as director of the clinical magnetic resonance imaging fellowship, chief of MRI, chief of sectional cardiovascular imaging, and senior vice chair of research. Reeder's term becomes effective in early 2024, according to UW.

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Magnetic guidewire steering at ultrahigh magnetic fields for medical imaging

Medical Xpress: Radiology

Magnetic steering strategies are presently limited by low magnetic fields, thereby preventing their integration in medical systems operating at ultrahigh fields, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners.