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Is interventional radiology ready for augmented reality?

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Augmented reality (AR) systems may enhance image-guided tumor ablations by improving the accuracy of needle placements, according to a study published January 29 in the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences.

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Workplace violence ‘extremely high’ in radiologic sciences

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More than 60% of diagnostic radiology and radiation therapy staff experience workplace violence, according to a study published January 9 in Radiography. Yet no systematic review has been published on the issue in medical radiation science, the authors noted.

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Meet the Minnies 2024 finalists

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Who made it to the final round in the 2024 edition of the Minnies, AuntMinnie.com 's event recognizing excellence in radiology? Most Influential Radiology Researcher Erik Middlebrooks, MD, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL Erik Middlebrooks, MD. Most Effective Radiology Educator Francis Deng, MD, Johns Hopkins Medicine Francis Deng, MD.

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Survey shows RT educators lack AI knowledge

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Radiologic technologist educators need AI training and guidance, time to develop educational resources, and support from higher education institutions to improve on the teaching and use of AI, according to a recent study. The study was published July 13 in the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences.

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Meet the Minnies 2024 semifinal candidates

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This year, hundreds of candidates have been selected as semifinalists for 14 categories, ranging from Most Influential Radiology Researcher to Best New Radiology Software. The semifinalist list was compiled based on nominations from members of AuntMinnie.com. Winners will be selected by our expert panel in two rounds of voting.

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ASRT Foundation names International Speakers Exchange awardees

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The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Foundation has named society members Maria Dimopoulos, PhD, and Lorrie LeGrand as the International Speakers Exchange Award recipients. Maria Dimopoulos, PhD. Images courtesy of the ASRT Foundation. The conference will be held June 10 to 12 in Liverpool, England.

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Fruit roll-ups shown to improve dental X-ray quality

Medical Xpress: Radiology

A study published in the Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences compared 270 dental X-rays, from people who were told to hold their tongues against the roof of their mouths throughout the procedure.

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