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Michigan adds requirements for medical imaging equipment operators

AuntMinnie

The new rules now in effect in Michigan help ensure that only medical radiologic technologists with the appropriate education and training can operate medical imaging equipment, according to an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) legislative update.

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Mismatch between radiologist shortages, rising exam volumes a growing concern in medical imaging

Radiology Business

Michael Bruno, MD, vice chair for quality and patient safety at the Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, discusses two hot topics at RSNA 2023.

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WHO to hold patient safety webinar on medical imaging

AuntMinnie

The World Health Organization (WHO) on September 17 will offer a webinar on the importance of accurate and timely diagnoses in ensuring patient safety that will include discussion of medical imaging and radiation exposure. to 1:30 p.m.

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Enhancing Cybersecurity in Medical Imaging: Essential for Patient Safety

Open Medscience

Medical imaging cybersecurity is vital for protecting patient data, ensuring care continuity, and maintaining trust. The post Enhancing Cybersecurity in Medical Imaging: Essential for Patient Safety appeared first on Open Medscience.

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New CMS-Approved MRI Standards: Enhancing Safety in Remote Scanning and Portable Imaging

Vesta Teleradiology

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has approved new MRI standards introduced by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC), focusing on remote scanning and portable imaging technologies. These updates, effective immediately, aim to enhance patient safety and adapt to advancements in MRI practices.

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5 Recommendations to Achieve Excellence in Pediatric Medical Imaging

Everything Rad

If you work in radiology in a community healthcare facility, you may have low demand for pediatric medical imaging. I am passionate about improving the performance and interpretation of pediatric medical imaging. The balance of dose and image quality is even more important in pediatric medical imaging.

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New AI training strategies stiffen defense against adversarial attacks

AuntMinnie

A test of two security techniques developed at the University of Pittsburgh suggested that efforts to make medical machine-learning diagnosis models resilient to attacks could improve patient safety and prevent fraud. The researchers now plan to test ARFL and LIDA in other medical imaging modalities.

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