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Radiologists less susceptible to visual illusions

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Medical image experts demonstrated superior perceptual accuracy in response to visual illusions compared with a control group, according to recent research. and colleagues. Participants were presented with the Ebbinghaus, Ponzo, Mller-Lyer, and Shepard Tabletops visual illusions via forced-choice tasks. Experts had mean scores of 0.49

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ASRT report highlights enrollment growth in technologist programs

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Radiology leaders have looked to education programs to see what drives student interest in the field and how the field can be made to appear more attractive to medical students. Fifteen medical organizations attended the meeting. The ASRT began conducting its yearly survey of radiologic technology students in 2001.

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Michigan adds requirements for medical imaging equipment operators

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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. Both the ARRT and the MSRT are opposing that measure.

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Radiography and medical students benefit from VR training

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Most radiography and medical students appreciate the value of virtual realit.

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Penn. bill will change licensing rules for medical imaging personnel

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The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) said it supports a new Pennsylvania bill that requires licensing of medical imaging professionals, radiation therapists, radiologist assistants, and trainees. Pennsylvania Senate Bill 1281 Licensing of Medical Imaging Professionals (SB 1281) was introduced July 12.

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Canon Medical expands ultrasound, R/F offerings at ECR 2024

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Canon Medical's new midrange ultrasound scanner, Aplio me. Image courtesy of Canon Medical. VIENNA -- Canon Medical Systems Europe unveiled a new ultrasound scanner and a radiography/fluoroscopy (R/F) system in its booth at ECR 2024. Canon Medical's new Xavion digital R/F system and CXDI-B1 digital detector.

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AI model detects low BMD on ankle and foot x-rays

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Ultimately, in practice, the authors proposed that the model could be useful for opportunistically screening patients to identify those who could then be referred for a formal DEXA scan to determine whether they should undergo medical treatment for low BMD.

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