December 04, 2008

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Wrap-Up From the RSNA Floor

Come inside for a quick update and photo-tour from the Trade Show Floor of RSNA 2008 in Chicago at the McCormick Place Exposition Center.

Bone mineral density measurements obtained with CT colonography were in agreement with dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scores.
Leading associations team on important effort.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed three national coverage determinations (NCDs) to establish uniform national policies that will prevent Medicare from paying for certain serious, preventable errors in medical care.
The Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) released recent findings on treatment for breast cancer at its annual meeting in Chicago, IL this week.


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The company will focus on core businesses including healthcare, Philips tells DOTmed News.
New PriceGuide™ database and toolset will help hospitals reduce their supply costs immediately.
A bipartisan commission reported that the United States can expect a terrorist attack using nuclear or more likely biological weapons before 2013.
GE Capital, caught in the ongoing credit crunch, has gone from a cash cow to a liability for the company.
Perceptions, Politics and Partnering in the Radiographic Sector
A report released from The Joint Commission offers guiding principles and actions for the hospital of the future to meet the daunting challenges of older and sicker patients, patient safety and quality of care, economics and the work force.
Terror attacks cited as reason for delay in Drug Information Association conference.

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KUBTEC Introduced New Specimen Radiography System for the Biopsy Suite at RSNA 2008
A digital specimen radiography system exclusively for the biopsy suite.
Toshiba Installs Vantage Titan MR at Top Medical Institutions
With the industry's largest bore and noise reduction technology, the Titan improves patient MR experiences. Read a summary of TAMS MR innovations.

Read more in the Press Room...

Letter From the Editor


All the News From RSNA and Beyond
As many professionals return from RSNA, including DOTmed's team, we will keep you posted on all the scientific, technological, and business news affecting medical equipment markets.

This week's DOTmed Online News includes a report direct from the RSNA floor, plus a breast cancer research update, and numerous innovations from companies great and small. In fact, visit our online press room for updates on new products and technologies.

Also this week don't miss our industry sector report on radiographic equipment sales and service, along with top stories on the regulatory and management fronts. The news coverage just keeps expanding at DOTmed -- you'll notice more reporting on financial markets, too. Of course, with the new month dawning, check out the December issue of DOTmed Business News, our flagship magazine, which includes our calendar for next year.

See you tomorrow!

Barbara Kram, Editor

People & Companies

Elite Medical Enjoying its Growing Reputation
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Standing behind the product is important for this DOTmed 100 company.
Axess Ultrasound Achieves Industry-Leading Quality Accreditation
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Axess Ultrasound, a DOTmed 100 leader in after-market ultrasound services, recently met necessary requirements to become a Sonora-accredited probe repair laboratory in accordance with ISO 9001/13485.
Cardinal Health and SRI/Surgical Form Joint Venture
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Cardinal Health will make disposable surgical kits for both companies while SRI will make reusables.
RapidArc Radiotherapy Technology at St. Vincent
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RapidArc radiotherapy technology -- a major advance from Varian Medical Systems available at St. Vincent Hospital Cancer Center in NYC.
Philips Appoints Chief Medical Officer
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Eric Silfen, M.D. to strengthen company's patient and provider focus.
Carestream Health Showcases Industry's First Wireless, Cassette-Size DR Detector at RSNA
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Company also demonstrates new image processing software for CR and DR Systems.
Artes Medical Inc. Files for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
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Artes Medical Inc. maker of dermal fillers used in cosmetic treatments, has filed for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy.
Women's Center Design Client Honored by NYWA
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Architecture for Radiology's client feted on Dec. 9.
Anulex Technologies, Inc. Names Richard Lunsford as President and Chief Executive Officer
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The privately held medical device manufacturer focuses on spinal disc technology.
Merge Healthcare Announces eFilm Software Exchange Program
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Developers can create and sell new applications online for the benefit of eFilm users worldwide.
Imaging Therapeutics, Inc. Receives FDA Clearance for OsDx Hip Bone Mineral Density System
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The FDA has given marketing clearance to Imaging Therapeutics, Inc. for its OsDx Hip Bone Mineral Density (BMD) system, a stand-alone x-ray image processing software system which physicians can use to assess osteoporosis.
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