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Surviving the radiologist shortage: Experts discuss private equity and other options at RSNA 2023

Radiology Business

“Rural healthcare delivery is in trouble and private equity may have a role in supporting it," a Rad Partners leader told attendees on Sunday.

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Study: Regular Mammography Screening Reduces Breast Cancer Mortality Risk by More than 70 Percent

Diagnostic Imaging

Consistent adherence to the five most recent mammography screenings prior to a breast cancer diagnosis reduced breast cancer death risk by 72 percent in comparison to women who did not have the mammography screening, according to new research findings presented at the annual Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference.

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Video from RSNA 2023: MRI safety

AuntMinnie

In a video interview at RSNA 2023, Tobias Gilk of Gilk Radiology Consultants discusses recent MRI safety incidents and shares how a new adverse event reporting system could facilitate better safety practices.

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Society for Breast Imaging, SBI, Announces Gold Medalist, Inducts New Fellows during RSNA 2023

Imaging Technology

christine.book Thu, 11/30/2023 - 22:19 December 1, 2023 — The Society of Breast Imaging (SBI) announced that Elizabeth Morris, MD , has been selected as the SBI 2024 Gold Medalist. The Chair of Radiology and Professor at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine , Morris was the Opening Plenary Session Lecturer at RSNA 2022, speaking on the important role of radiologists in working collaboratively and compassionately with patients to guide care.

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Maximize Your Radiology Center’s Performance With Specialized Scheduling

Patient-centric scheduling can only be achieved through optimized radiology workflows, effective communications between staff and physicians, and, of course, through specialized schedulers. In this guide, we’ll take you through a step-by-step process to transform your radiology center into a high-performance hub of medical imaging.

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Long COVID tied to microstructural changes in the brain, new MRI technique reveals

Radiology Business

The study also unearthed a correlation between such changes and symptom-specific brain networks related to impaired cognition, sense of smell and fatigue.

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Deep-learning model measures shoulder kinematics on DDR

AuntMinnie

An AI algorithm may make dynamic digital radiography (DDR) more efficient by automatically measuring kinematics involved in certain shoulder injuries, according to a presentation delivered November 29 at RSNA. John Sabol, PhD, a scientist at Konica Minolta, described a deep-learning (DL) algorithm designed to measure what’s known as the scapulohumeral rhythm (SHR) of the shoulder.

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Nuance Accelerates the Adoption of Generative AI for Radiology with PowerScribe Advanced Auto Impression Capability

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Fri, 12/01/2023 - 13:08 December 1, 2023 — Nuance Communications, Inc., a Microsoft Company , during the 2023 Radiological Society of North America's (RSNA) Annual Meeting shared its progress helping radiologists harness the growing potential of generative AI capabilities for radiology reporting built on the foundation of the PowerScribe platform used by more than 80% of all radiologists.

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RSNA 2023: 5 ways radiology leaders can respond in the face of moral distress

Radiology Business

"If you’re not teaching, you’re not mentoring, then you’re putting us in the position of training the last generation of radiologists," Frank Lexa, MD, MBA, told attendees.

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GE HealthCare Launches AI Mammography Platform with Key Applications from iCAD

Diagnostic Imaging

Offering an all-in-one platform of artificial intelligence (AI) applications, MyBreastAI Suite reportedly facilitates early breast cancer detection and enhances efficiency with breast imaging workflows.

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MRI shows ties between neck muscle function, common headaches

AuntMinnie

CHICAGO -- Quantitative MRI reveals how muscles in the neck are involved in primary headaches, according to research presented November 29 at the 2023 RSNA annual meeting. In his talk, Nico Sollmann, MD, PhD, from University Hospital Ulm and University Hospital Rechts der Isar in Germany presented findings suggesting that increased T2 values of the trapezius muscles could be an objective imaging biomarker for myofascial involvement in primary headache disorders.

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Philips Launches Ultra Lightweight and Flexible MR Smart Fit Coils to Improve Radiology Productivity and Diagnostic Confidence at RSNA23

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Thu, 11/30/2023 - 12:07 November 30, 2023 — Royal Philips , a global leader in health technology, today launched three new fit for purpose MR Smart Fit coils at #RSNA23. RF coils are an essential part of every MRI scan. The new ultra-light weight coils provide exceptional flexibility, significant reduction in patient setup time and optimization with Philips’ SmartSpeed AI solution, which allows for better image quality resolution and improved diagnostic confidence for healthcare provi

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How radiology departments can decarbonize, save money

Health Imaging

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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AI model predicts breast cancer risk without racial bias, researchers report

Medical Xpress: Radiology

A deep learning artificial intelligence (AI) model that was developed using only mammogram image biomarkers has accurately predicted both ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) and invasive carcinoma, according to research being presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). Additionally, the model showed no bias across multiple races.

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DTI-MRI reveals impact of soccer heading on brain

AuntMinnie

CHICAGO -- Diffusion tensor imaging (DTI-MRI) reveals declines in the brain microstructure and function caused by soccer heading, where a player hits the ball with their head, a study presented November 28 at the RSNA annual meeting found. In her talk, Molly Charney, MD, from New York-Presbyterian Hospital presented research showing that the normally sharp gray matter-white matter interface seen on imaging was blunted in proportion to high repetitive head impact exposure.

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Hologic Developments in Next-Generation AI Solutions Showcased at RSNA 2023

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Thu, 11/30/2023 - 12:00 November 30, 2023 — Hologic, Inc. showcased several recent developments in next-generation AI solutions at the 109th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America, RSNA 2023 which was held from Nov. 26 to 30 in Chicago, IL. On the show floor and during multiple workshops, the global leader in breast imaging unveiled advances that leverage AI to improve cancer detection, workflow and patient satisfaction.

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5 things to know about unpaid caregiving (from a radiologist caregiver’s point of view)

Health Imaging

After experiencing firsthand the burdens and rewards of caring for a sick loved one, an academic radiologist underwent an awakening of awareness.

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Sectra CEO discusses new partnership with GE and what’s on tap at RSNA

Radiology Business

Torbjörn Kronander said the Sweden-based imaging IT company's primary focus is addressing radiologist burnout and the heavy demand on the specialty.

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Study shows role mammography screening plays in breast cancer survival

AuntMinnie

CHICAGO -- Following through with regular mammograms is the “very best insurance” for the prevention of advanced, life-threatening breast cancer, according to research presented November 30 at the RSNA meeting. Robert A. Smith, PhD, American Cancer Society. Data gleaned from nearly 25 years of screenings showed a correlation-to-survival trend and suggested that it's important for imaging centers to not only manage cancelations but also improve scheduling, according to the study’s author, Robert

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RSNA 2023 Day Two Overview: Big Partnerships, Bi-RADS Update Plans, Technology Trends

Imaging Technology

News of innovation-driven business partnerships, anticipated BI-RADS updates and a Plenary session speaker driving home the vital role of collaboration made for an action-packed Monday during day two of the Radiological Society of North America Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL.

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Advanced Vascular Access Ultrasound System Improves Clinician Efficiency

MedImaging Ultrasound

A new, advanced ultrasound system has been designed to help improve clinician efficiency when placing PICCs, central venous catheters, IV lines, and other vascular access devices.

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Aidoc invests $30M to create first-of-its-kind artificial intelligence model

Radiology Business

The new AI effort will initially focus on three key areas, including accelerating the development of robust imaging algorithms, leaders said at RSNA 2023.

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AI algorithm helps determine status of small renal lesions

AuntMinnie

CHICAGO -- A deep-learning AI algorithm designed to determine the malignancy status of renal lesions less than 4 cm could reduce overtreatment and undertreatment of kidney cancer, according to research presented November 26 at RSNA 2023. The AI functions by taking a preoperative CT scan as input, localizes the tumor region by segmenting it, and then predicts the probability of malignancy in a fully automated fashion, according to Aakanksha Rana, PhD, of Johnson & Johnson in New Brunswick, NJ

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Mirion Medical Introduces Instadose VUE Dosimeter at Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Annual Meeting

Imaging Technology

mtaschetta-millane Sat, 11/25/2023 - 06:00 November 25, 2023 — Mirion announced that it will debut the new Instadose VUE personal dosimeter, from its Dosimetry Services brand, at the 2023 Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Meeting starting Sunday in Chicago, Illinois. Mirion Dosimetry Services joins Sun Nuclear, Capintec, and Biodex medical imaging brands in the Mirion Medical booth (#6328) at RSNA, which will feature products and services for occupational dosimetry, diagnostic imaging

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A Man of Many Modalities: Jeremy Long Celebrates 20 Years of Dedicated Service

Cassling's MRI

As Cassling continues to grow, we’re always evolving to better serve our customers. One way we’re doing this is by expanding our equipment service offerings. Expanded service is an ask that came from our customers, and it is a direct result of the trust and confidence they have in dedicated field service engineers like Jeremy Long.

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RSNA 2023: Panel spars over record-sharing provision in 21st Century Cures Act

Radiology Business

Three physicians, each with differing perspectives on the regulation, spoke during the session, titled: “21st Century Cures Act Information Blocking Provision: Friend or Foe?

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Racial disparities found in outpatient imaging for cognitive impairment

AuntMinnie

CHICAGO – Black patients receive fewer MRI scans for Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis and undergo imaging at an older age than other racial groups, according to research presented November 27 at RSNA 2023. Out of 1,699 people who underwent outpatient imaging to assess cognitive impairment at Boston Medical Center, Black patients were less likely to undergo MRI than CT and were significantly older than white and Hispanic patients at the time of imaging, according to presenter Joshua Wibecan, MD.

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Discrimination during pregnancy can affect infant's brain circuitry

ScienceDaily

Experiences of discrimination and acculturation are known to have a detrimental effect on a person's health. For pregnant women, these painful experiences can also affect the brain circuitry of their children, a new study finds. These effects, the researchers say, are separate from those caused by general stress and depression. The study was published in the journal Neuropsychopharmacology.

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Children Who Play Baseball Risk Elbow Injury

Imaging Technology

milla1cf Thu, 11/30/2023 - 08:00 November 30, 2023 — Youth baseball players are prone to elbow pain and injuries, including repetitive overuse changes and fractures, based on the maturity of their bones, according to a new study being presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America ( RSNA ). Vandan Patel, B.S. The repetitive motion and force of throwing a baseball places a large amount of stress on the growing bones, joints and muscles of the elbows of baseb

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GE HealthCare earns first FDA OK for device that enables remote patient scanning

Radiology Business

GE said the product also allows radiologists to share expertise, best practices and “in-the-moment” advice with other members of the care team.

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Video from RSNA 2023: How to recruit, retain radiologists

AuntMinnie

In a video interview, Sandy Coffta and Rebecca Farrington of Healthcare Administrative Partners offer suggestions on how radiology practices can handle the challenges associated with recruiting -- and retaining -- radiologists.