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American Board of Imaging Informatics awards record CIIP certifications

(DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING) -- Number of Certified Imaging Informatics Professionals reaches 612

With eight rounds of the American Board of Imaging Informatics exam since its June 2007 debut, 612 individuals have earned the Certified Imaging Informatics Professional designation.

The growing importance of imaging informatics has generated increasing demand for certification of the radiologic technology and information technology professionals working in the field.… Continue

Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 21, 2010 at 6:00am — No Comments

Invitation to Springer’s Discussion Group at RSNA for Electronic Radiology Resources

Springer would like to offer you a unique opportunity to share your thoughts on the development of an electronic learning product in radiology by participating in our focus group at RSNA.

Tuesday, November 30th 6:30–8:30 PM

at the Hyatt Regency Chicago (151 E. Wacker Drive)

The evening will include a discussion of electronic learning and reference resources for radiologists, as well as a presentation of Springer’s new electronic product. We would like your… Continue

Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 20, 2010 at 11:58pm — No Comments

CT Colonography approval sought by coalition

(DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING) -- Citing clinical evidence, coalition urges U.S. panel to approve CT colonography for screening

A growing body of evidence supports the use of CT colonography for colon cancer screening and a U.S. panel should reverse its decision to not endorse the procedure, according to the CT Colonography Coalition.

Currently, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), a panel CMS often turns to for advice when it comes to determining what to… Continue

Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 20, 2010 at 6:00am — No Comments

MRI for Diagnosis of Autism

(DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING) -- Diffusion tensor MRI may yield autism diagnosis

University of Utah medical researchers made an important step in diagnosing autism through diffusion tensor imaging, an MR technique that could help healthcare providers identify the problem much earlier in children and lead to improved treatment and outcomes for those with the disorder.

In a study published in Cerebral Cortex online, researchers led by neuroradiologist Dr. Jeffery Anderson a… Continue

Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 19, 2010 at 7:00am — No Comments

Carestream finds new opportunity in digital radiography

(DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING) -- Carestream scours landscape, finds new opportunity

Thirty years ago radiology was on the cusp of an explosion, triggered by the introduction of CT and MR and propelled by the widening adoption of these technologies. Expansion of the imaging universe continued with PET/CT, digital x-ray, and healthcare IT. But now this big bang has begun to cool. New and different opportunities for future growth are swirling into shape. Carestream Health has identified… Continue

Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 18, 2010 at 8:00am — No Comments

Will the iPad Transform Radiology?

Will the iPad transform radiology? Despite today's mobile technology craze, many radiologists are unsure whether the iPad can live up to the hype. However, it could revolutionize one aspect of radiology: education. In the Fall 2010 issue of ARRS InPractice, read radiologists' analysis of the new device and find out what role they expect the new device to play in busy radiologists' day-to-day work.

Check out this month's ARRS In Practice here:…

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Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 17, 2010 at 11:30pm — No Comments

Airport scanners and radiation-blocking underwear

(DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING) -- Comment: The legacy of 9/11—Airport scanners and radiation-blocking underwear Before you get on that plane, check the frequent flyers’ round trip special from Rocky Flats Gear: Purchase two pair of men’s radiation-shielding briefs and two pair of women’s briefs and get two pair of bra inserts for free. It seems like only yesterday when ads on the back cover of comic books tried to lure me to buy x-ray glasses. Those were the days. Today, the Transportation Safety… Continue

Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 16, 2010 at 2:00am — 1 Comment

MRI Safety - Beware of patients with insulin pumps

(DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING) -- MRI safety: Patients with insulin pumps require special cautions

An insulin pump allows the replacement of slow-acting insulin for basal needs with a continuous infusion of rapid-acting insulin. By using an insulin pump, a patient can typically match the dosage of insulin to lifestyle and activities, rather than adjusting those to the body’s response to insulin injections. The advantages of using an insulin pump include the fact that an insulin… Continue

Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 15, 2010 at 8:00am — No Comments

ARRS Figley Fellow Applications Due Tomorrow

October 14, 2010

ARRS Figley Fellow Applications Due Tomorrow

The application deadline for the Melvin M. Figley Fellowship in Radiology Journalism is Friday, October 15. The purpose of the fellowship is to stimulate radiologists to continue with an academic career, enhance their credentials, and to improve the quality of radiology journals by teaching the fundamentals of medical journalism, train manuscript reviewers and future editors, and provide core teachers of medical… Continue

Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 14, 2010 at 3:57pm — No Comments

Radiology and Healthcare Reform - Learn the Insurance Game to Survive

(DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING) -- Surviving healthcare reform: Get lean, learn the insurance game We know healthcare reform will change the rules, but what can radiologists do now to be proactive? This is the first article in a series that will examine how healthcare reform is likely to affect radiology practices and how they can prepare for drastic change. So far, few radiology practices, and none that I know of, have expressed relief that healthcare reform finally passed so we can offer services in the… Continue

Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 14, 2010 at 2:00am — No Comments

Radiology untethered: 4G technology promises new levels of mobility

(DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING) -- Launch of the new fourth-generation network from cellular wireless companies will enable radiologists to upload and download images more than 10 times faster than they have been able to in the past. While wireless mobile applications for imaging are still a distinct minority, the faster speeds could open the door for preliminary reads or image demonstrations on smartphones and iPads. Verizon Wireless, the nation’s largest wireless provider, could be the first out of the… Continue

Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 13, 2010 at 2:00pm — No Comments

RadNet expands with acquisition

(DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING) -- RadNet eyes efficiencies, teleradiology with tech purchase The biggest player in the imaging center market announced on Monday a technology purchase that will enhance its efficiency as well as expand its reach into the teleradiology field. RadNet also said its acquisition of Image Medical Corporation, the parent of eRAD, for $10.75 million will qualify RadNet for federal stimulus money geared toward adoption of electronic medical records. …

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Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 12, 2010 at 11:00pm — No Comments

FDA and MRI Contrast Agents... the Saga continues...

(DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING) -- FDA sharpens MR contrast warning, singles out three agents as ‘inappropriate’ Three of the most popular MR contrast agents—Magnevist by Bayer Healthcare, Omniscan by GE Healthcare, and Optimark by Covidien—will soon carry labels warning that their use is “inappropriate” for patients with acute kidney injury or chronic severe kidney disease. These and other gadolinium-containing agents will also carry new warnings emphasizing the need to screen patients for kidney… Continue

Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 11, 2010 at 11:19pm — No Comments

Radiology Contract lost... example of Sutter Health and more...

(DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING) -- Technology, HR issues crop up when hospital shifts radiology services When hospitals transition from a contract with an independent radiology practice to an in-house model or a multispecialty group, they can expect some growing pains in the form of technological issues and human resources quandaries, as well as general headaches while trying to get the new practice up to speed. A recent example of the move is Sutter Health in Sacramento. On April 1, Sutter Health severed… Continue

Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 10, 2010 at 2:39am — No Comments

ED utilization of CT and MRI rises in last decade

(DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING) -- Use of CT, MR for injury-related ED visits jumped in past decade

From 1998 to 2007, the use of CT or MRI scans in emergency departments for injury-related conditions increased about three-fold without a similar increase in the prevalence of the diagnosis of certain life-threatening trauma-related conditions, according to a study in the October 6 issue of The Journal of the American Medical Association.

Injury-related conditions are among the… Continue

Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 9, 2010 at 12:30am — No Comments

NYU Dual Energy CT Symposium

(DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING) -- NYU plans first annual Dual-Energy CT Symposium NYU will hold its first annual Dual-Energy CT Symposium Oct. 9-10 in New York City. The program is designed for radiologists who have or are considering acquiring a dual-energy scanner, research scientists who are looking to understand current uses of dual-energy CT to stimulate development of translational research projects, and technologists who need a basis in dual-energy terminology and concepts. …

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Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 8, 2010 at 11:00pm — No Comments

Hologic Breast Tomosynthesis Training Begins...

(DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING) -- Hologic readies training program for breast tomosynthesis By Greg Freiherr Before Hologic’s 3D digital mammography system can become a commercial product on the U.S. market, the company must develop a program to train physicians on how to interpret this new kind of mammogram. “It is digital mammography, so it’s nothing that new,” said Arthur Friedman, a Hologic senior vice president in charge of regulatory, clinical, and quality issues. “But there are slight… Continue

Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 8, 2010 at 12:26am — No Comments

Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month - October!

October is Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month! To celebrate we're asking you to share what inspires you about ultrasound and/or your career in ultrasound. Post your stories here (videos are welcome too). We can't wait to hear from you!

Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 8, 2010 at 12:19am — No Comments

2011 SIR Resident-in-training Annual Scientific Meeting Scholarship

Due to generous corporate sponsorship, SIR is able to offer the Resident-in-training Scholarship for the 2011 Annual Scientific Meeting in Chicago, Ill. This program is open to all first- and second-year…

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Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 6, 2010 at 1:52am — No Comments

Preflight safety briefing: What can healthcare learn from aviation industry?

(DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING) -- Preflight safety briefing: What can healthcare learn from aviation industry? By Arun Krishnaraj, MD, MPH | October 6, 2010 Over the past week I have seen my fair share of our nation’s airports. After seven flights in six days I am ready for landing by land or sea and will not hesitate to don my oxygen mask before assisting my fellow passengers in doing the same. Whether narrated by the flight attendants or shown as a video on the in-flight entertainment system, the… Continue

Added by radRounds Radiology Network on October 6, 2010 at 12:00am — No Comments