AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The complexity of radiology exams should be considered a driving force over numbers of exams when estimating radiology workloads, according to research presented November 29 at RSNA 2023 in Chicago. In a study at a tertiary imaging center in Sweden, investigators found that the data in CT and MRI studies for radiologists to interpret increased up to six times between 2009 and 2022, while the numbers of exams “only doubled,” said Tomas Bjerner, MD, PhD, of Linkoping University.

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Diagnostic Imaging

DECEMBER 19, 2023

In addition to offering a 98.5 percent sensitivity rate in diagnosing fractures on X-ray, an emerging artificial intelligence (AI) software reportedly helped reduce mean turnaround time on X-ray fracture diagnosis from 48 hours to 8.3 hours, according to new research presented at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference.

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Ben White

DECEMBER 18, 2023

This month credit agency Moody’s downgraded Radiology Partners again (surprising exactly no one): the first (and smallest) of its large debt obligations is due in 2024, they currently owe 10x their earnings, and they can only service these debt obligations through refinancing, which is challenging in the current market even before you consider the potentially tenous state of RP’s acquired practices when they reach their 5-year vesting window.

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Radiology Business

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The administration said it is launching a cross-government public inquiry into “corporate greed" in medicine, with roll-up acquisitions one area of focus.

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Everything Rad

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Reading Time: 6 minutes read AI tools to put to work today; and strategies to address staffing issues and operational costs. This year’s annual Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference came at what felt like a pivotal moment in the medical imaging world. After three years primarily defined by the pandemic and its aftershocks, we are solidly in the post-pandemic phase.

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AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 20, 2023

AuntMinnie.com · Keeping Up With The Radiologists - Episode 1: Why medical students should choose radiology Why should medical students choose radiology? In their inaugural episode of the "Keeping Up With the Radiologists" podcast series brought to you by AuntMinnie.com in collaboration with Penn Radiology, Saurabh (Harry) Jha, MD, and Mitch Schnall, MD, PhD, of the University of Pennsylvania speak with medical student Michael Duong, PhD, about his choice, and also discuss current trends and iss

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Diagnostic Imaging

DECEMBER 12, 2023

In an interview at the recent RSNA conference, Catherine Everett, M.D., shared her perspective on the radiology workforce shortage, offered insights on recruiting radiologists to rural areas and emphasized the urgency of bolstering access to radiologists and other health-care professionals for at-risk communities.

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Imaging Technology

DECEMBER 12, 2023

milla1cf Tue, 12/12/2023 - 10:00 December 12, 2023 — IBA , a world leader in particle accelerator technology and of radiopharmaceutical production solutions is pleased to announce the start of the installation of a Cyclone 30XP in Poland. There are now three sites set to produce Astatine-211 (At-211) for oncology applications, reaffirming IBA’s leadership and innovation in the area of radiotheranostics.

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Radiology Business

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The two giants in their respective industries plan to debut the first “MammogramNow” clinic Dec. 8 at the supercenter in Milford, Delaware.

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Health Imaging

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Philips and Vanderbilt University Medical Center have released findings from their efforts to reduce waste in the hospital's radiology department.

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CurveBeam AI

DECEMBER 21, 2023

As we approach the end of this remarkable year, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve in 2023. Here are the top 5 achievements that have defined our year from getting listed on the ASX to announcing research & development has commenced for the SkyRise. Each of these milestones has been a stepping stone toward our collective vision, and we can’t wait to celebrate them with you.

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AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 14, 2023

An AI model can accurately predict malignancy on breast ultrasound based on BI-RADS assessment, according to research published December 11 in Academic Radiology. A team led by Nilgun Guldogan, MD, from Acibadem Altunizade Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey, found that an AI method showed comparable performance to that of radiologists and can help avoid unnecessary biopsies and follow-up exams.

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Diagnostic Imaging

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Utilizing a deep learning-based AI algorithm to differentiate between diagnostic and non-diagnostic quality of prostate MRI facilitated a 10 percent higher specificity rate for diagnosing extraprostatic extension on multiparametric MRI, according to research presented at the recent RSNA conference.

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Imaging Technology

DECEMBER 18, 2023

milla1cf Mon, 12/18/2023 - 15:13 December 18, 2023 — Exo (pronounced “echo”), a pioneering medical imaging software and devices company, released its 2023 Survey Report: Unlocking Point-of-Care Ultrasound. Based on a survey of more than 150 U.S.-based physicians, the report uncovers trends related to point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) adoption and use—such as challenges with existing solutions, their perceived value of handheld POCUS devices , and the impact of new innovations such as artificia

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Radiology Business

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Another two-thirds of physicians reported having little or no involvement in practice management policies, according to a survey conducted by NORC at the University of Chicago.

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Health Imaging

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Medical imaging makes up 76% of all the FDA-cleared artificial intelligence clinical algorithms used for direct patient care.

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vRad

DECEMBER 8, 2023

How well does your workstation and platform meet your needs to work efficiently, effectively, and without frustration? In my five years working with radiologists as a trainer on the vRad platform, I observed a wide range of needs and backgrounds. This experience highlighted a critical, yet often overlooked, aspect in our field: the need for accessible workstations tailored for radiologists with disabilities or other physical limitations.

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AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The use of both cardiac CT and cardiac MRI increased in the Medicare population over the past seven years, according to research presented November 29 at the RSNA meeting. And it appears that radiologists are reading more cardiac CT exams, but not cardiac MRI studies, presenter Mustafa Al-Ogaili, MD, of the Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, AZ, told session attendees.

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Diagnostic Imaging

DECEMBER 6, 2023

In a recent interview, Masha Dolatshahi, M.D., M.P.H., and Cyrus A. Raji, M.D., Ph.D., discussed MRI and PET study findings, presented at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference, that showed an association between higher amyloid PET tracer uptake in the precuneus cortex and a higher visceral to subcutaneous fat ratio.

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Imaging Technology

DECEMBER 29, 2023

milla1cf Fri, 12/29/2023 - 09:51 December 29, 2023 — AiOne Healthcare Technologies Ltd , a UK-based healthcare technology provider announced a strategic partnership with DeepTek.ai , a leading US-based AI technology company. The partnership aims to bring DeepTek’s innovative AI-powered medical imaging analysis solutions to the UK market, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and streamlining workflow for healthcare providers.

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Radiology Business

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Rad Partners' Nina Kottler, MD, explains what practices should consider when assessing artificial intelligence solutions in an era where there is little reimbursement.

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Health Imaging

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Renee Bullock-Palmer, MD, director, non-invasive cardiac imaging, at the Deborah Heart and Lung Center, explains CT calcium scoring can determine if a patient needs to take aspirin and statins for prevention of coronary disease.

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Health IT Analytics

DECEMBER 11, 2023

A deep learning model can predict the likelihood of antihypertensive treatment success for individuals, which could help personalize hypertension management.

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AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Data privacy concerns steer organizational leaders from sharing public health data such as imaging for AI development, a study published on December 19 in JAMA Network Open reported. Researchers led by Alaa Youssef, PhD, from Stanford University in interviews with these leaders also found that motivation and capabilities are the two main factors related to organizational readiness for data sharing in this area.

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Diagnostic Imaging

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Contrast-enhanced mammography detected additional lesions in 43 percent of patients and led to additional biopsies in 18.2 percent of patients, over half of whom had malignant lesions, according to a study of over 500 women presented at the recent Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference.

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Imaging Technology

DECEMBER 20, 2023

milla1cf Wed, 12/20/2023 - 15:30 December 20, 2023 — According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Philips North America LLC is recalling Panorama 1.0T HFO, a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system, due to a risk of explosion during a quench procedure caused by excessive pressure buildup of helium gas. During a quench, a large amount of helium evaporates and is vented outside the building.

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Radiology Business

DECEMBER 6, 2023

RBMA President Kit Crancer said continued cuts will result in Medicare patients losing access to care when health systems and providers determine it is no longer economical.

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Health Imaging

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The unnamed woman had concealed the weapon, which the MRI machine triggered to fire during an exam.

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MedImaging Ultrasound

DECEMBER 22, 2023

A new study that evaluated an AI system's performance in BI-RADS category assessment for breast masses detected on ultrasound has found that the technology can effectively predict malignancy.

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AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Radiology is among medical specialties at higher risk of physician turnover, according to research published on December 15 in JAMA Network Open. A team led by Dr. Jennifer Ligibel from the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston found that academic radiologists have a higher-than-average rate of intention to leave their institutions. However, professionals in nuclear medicine and neuroradiology had the lowest rates.

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