AuntMinnie

JUNE 27, 2024

Administered CT radiation doses are highly variable across patients, radiologists, and hospitals throughout the U.S. 1 Some patients receive excessive radiation doses without diagnostic benefit, needlessly increasing their personal risk of developing cancer. 2 Rebecca Smith-Bindman, MD. Marc Kohli, MD.

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AuntMinnie

MAY 15, 2024

The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) applauded the introduction of legislation in Congress on May 15 that could radically change the way Medicare pays for radiation therapy. It implements a systematic approach to improve quality and protect patient safety through practice accreditation.

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AuntMinnie

MAY 23, 2024

Radiology and radiation oncology are among the top 10 highest average annual compensation medical specialties, according to a May 23 report by Doximity. Radiology and radiation oncology are not immune from these challenges. And this can negatively impact patient safety in imaging.

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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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AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

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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Everything Rad

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Reading Time: 9 minutes read Carestream solutions help improve patient safety and clinical outcomes. Continue reading to learn about Carestream’s suite of solutions to help you improve patient safety and clinical outcomes. However, the benefits of the technology also brought increased radiation dose.

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Imaging Technology

JANUARY 9, 2024

milla1cf Tue, 01/09/2024 - 11:02 January 9, 2024 — The American Society for Radiation Oncology ( ASTRO ) announced that CEO Laura Thevenot plans to retire at the end of 2024 after leading the organization since 2002. Proposed new radiation oncology payment program to Congress. million to an array of bipartisan political candidates.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

This year’s trip along the Road to RSNA for digital x-ray features a few familiar mileposts – AI for chest x-ray studies, for instance – but notably also significant research into how technology and new techniques can reduce radiation exposure in patients. 1:30 p.m. | 8:20 a.m. | 12:45 p.m. |

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AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Joint Commission on the dangers of medical radiation. Joint Commission has issued an alert on the dangers of medical radiation, sending an unmistakable signal that radiology has entered its sights in a formal way. New articles will be published each Monday until our official anniversary at RSNA 2024. Noting that the U.S.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

. | S4-SSPH02-3 | Room S404 In this session on physics in radiography, a study suggests portable x-ray systems outfitted with digital autoexposure control (DAEC) systems enhance image quality and reduce radiation doses. This latest technology holds promise, but has yet to be widely implemented in the field, the group noted. manual vs. 13.4,

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AuntMinnie

JANUARY 18, 2024

A team of researchers at Boston Children’s Hospital has developed an age-specific dose catalog for estimating radiation exposure to children from diagnostic and interventional radiology fluoroscopy procedures.

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Future Teleradiology

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

MRI-Scan-Teleradiology Introduction: The advancement of medical imaging technologies has revolutionized healthcare diagnostics, but concerns about radiation exposure persist. Emphasize the need for a nuanced approach to ensure patient safety.

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Omega Medical Imaging

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

is the most advanced interventional endoscopy system available and is the only ERCP fluoro system proven to reduce radiation exposure by up to 84% – reducing the radiation risk to staff and patients alike. They are neighbors, friends, and family to the patients in their care. The E-View.AI Founded in 1886, St.

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Imaging Technology

AUGUST 14, 2023

The system includes the latest technologies in radiation dose reduction with an accommodating design that reassures patients, as well as a broad range of clinical capabilities and features to meet the demand of today’s diagnostic imaging professionals. New CT Excels at Coronary CT Angiography The Scenaria View is a 128-slice CT scanner combining (..)

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Imaging Technology

JULY 12, 2023

Since its founding in 2016, Radformation has grown to serve over 1,400 radiation oncology clinics worldwide with a portfolio of products streamlining all stages of the cancer care treatment process. We are thrilled to partner with the Radformation team and help accelerate their journey.”

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AuntMinnie

JUNE 6, 2024

Staff operating ionizing radiation equipment in Michigan are now required to meet certain qualifications for active status and employment. In an update, Aragon noted that the bill doesn't require education in radiobiology, medical radiation production, radiography positioning, image evaluation, or radiation protection.

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Imaging Technology

AUGUST 9, 2024

Radiation doses from computed tomography (CT) scans on patients are highly variable across patients and hospitals throughout the United States and other nations.1 Radiation doses from computed tomography (CT) scans on patients are highly variable across patients and hospitals throughout the United States and other nations.1

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Imaging Technology

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

PET imaging with POSLUMA reveals clinical information crucial to decision-making for men with prostate cancer, and we are excited to share further information with the radiation oncology community at ASTRO 2023,” said David E. PET in Patients with Suspected Prostate Cancer Recurrence at PSA Levels Presenter: Ashesh B.

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Imaging Technology

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Compared to iodinated contrast media, adverse reaction rates to the micro-bubble contrast media used for CEUS are also much lower.

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CurveBeam AI

MAY 16, 2024

These scans empower the Duke Health medical team to make more informed decisions about treatment, prioritize patient safety with reduced radiation exposure and personalize care tailored to each individual’s unique needs. WBCT Scans offer a more accurate and comprehensive approach to diagnosing lower extremity conditions.

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The British Institute of Radiology

MARCH 7, 2023

Radiation oncology clinics face numerous challenges in the present environment, including the simultaneous management of multiple tasks (many of which are manual in nature), various degrees of standardisation, and the potential for errors to impact patient treatment.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Alara Imaging is offering free HIPAA and SOC-II certified software to help physicians and health systems comply with a new radiation dose quality measure included in the U.S. The measure provides a standardized method for monitoring radiation dose across patients and facilities, Smith-Bindman said.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Radiation Concerns: A significant challenge of CBCT is radiation exposure. Striking a balance between diagnostic precision and patient safety is an ongoing concern. The CBCT Revolution: CBCT has revolutionized advanced imaging in dentistry, offering detailed three-dimensional views that were once unimaginable.

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Everything Rad

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Not only are children more radiosensitive than adults (the cancer risk per unit dose of ionizing radiation is higher), but children also have a longer expected lifetime, which puts them at greater risk of cancer following radiation exposure.(1) Neither outcome is in the best interest of the patient.

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AuntMinnie

MAY 8, 2024

"We're seeing patients in rapid sequence, multiple times a week, maybe even multiple times a day; they're coming back every three to six weeks for labs, and we're having to make clinical decisions about things that we didn't even think about before," Major said. Extravasations Extravasations, in particular, are of interest to the U.S.

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AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Imaging software developer Qaelum and Philips have entered a partnership focused on enhancing patient safety and optimizing healthcare workflows. The collaboration will see Qaelum's Dose radiation dose monitoring software integrated with Philips' advanced imaging systems, Qaelum said.

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AuntMinnie

JULY 26, 2024

This has been a temporary modification of Medicare rules since 2020, but CMS has failed to make it permanent as they continue to evaluate additional information regarding potential patient safety and quality of care concerns. Radiology practices often participate in the QPP through the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS).

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AuntMinnie

AUGUST 5, 2024

Bayer and Alara Imaging plan to collaborate on CT radiation dose software. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has created new radiology patient safety electronic clinical quality measures (eCQMs); these use Alara software to access data from radiology electronic health measures (EHRs).

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Patient Safety and Minimal Radiation Exposure: CBCT technology is designed with patient safety in mind, limiting radiation exposure to the lowest reasonable level while delivering exceptionally clear images.

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Future Teleradiology

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Ionizing Radiation: Understanding the Nature of X-Rays: Explain the concept of ionizing radiation and how X-rays fit into this category. Discuss the potential biological effects of ionizing radiation on tissues. Dose Considerations: Balancing Diagnostic Value with Safety: Explore the concept of radiation dose in X-ray imaging.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Patient Safety: CBCT practitioners prioritize patient safety by minimizing radiation exposure while providing precise diagnostic insights. This technology has expanded the horizons of diagnostic accuracy, revolutionizing dentistry and extending its reach into the broader medical field.

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Imaging Technology

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

An advanced tele-PACS communication system means that remote clinicians can view CT scans within minutes, make a diagnosis, and decide on the best treatment for the patient. With its short scanning times, it reduces breath-hold time, decreasing patient anxiety.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Striking the Balance: Radiation and Safety: CBCT practitioners and dental professionals are dedicated to minimizing radiation exposure, striking a balance between diagnostic accuracy and patient safety.

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Imaging Technology

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Vizient customer-led councils identify technologies that have the potential to enhance clinical care, patient safety, healthcare worker safety or improve business operations of healthcare organizations. Imagio provides clinicians with real-time information offering same-day results.

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Open Medscience

JUNE 22, 2024

Dosimetry in radionuclide therapy plays a crucial role in optimising treatment effectiveness and ensuring patient safety and well-being. The post Precision in Treatment: The Role of Dosimetry in Radionuclide Therapy appeared first on Open MedScience.

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Future Teleradiology

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Enhancing Patient Safety: CBCT practitioners prioritize patient safety by minimizing radiation exposure while providing precise diagnostic insights. The Art of TMJ Diagnosis: Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) diagnosis has been elevated with CBCT, offering comprehensive views of the joint and surrounding structures.

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Future Teleradiology

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

To uphold the principles of patient safety and ensure excellence in radiology, it is crucial to implement best practices that safeguard patients, healthcare professionals, and the overall well-being of the community. This blog explores key best practices for ensuring safety in radiology and contributing to a safer world.

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