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NuVasive files lawsuit against former vice chairman
by John R. Fischer 10/12/2017Alleges breach of fiduciary duties and violation of contractual obligations
European Society of Radiology calls for diagnostics to be better represented in value-based care
by John R. Fischer 10/12/2017Diagnosis 'is the basis for any treatment decision'
Merry X-Ray acquires Consensys Imaging Service
by John R. Fischer 10/11/2017Expands presence in MR, CT and other imaging modality markets
Theraclion taps EDAP to distribute HIFU system throughout France
by John R. Fischer 10/10/2017Echopulse is a noninvasive ablation solution
Sectra report addresses value of machine learning in radiology
by John R. Fischer 10/10/2017Concept of automatic characterization and scoring of lesions has great support
MR detects neurological impairments in newborns with CHD before surgery
by John R. Fischer 10/09/2017Detects brain impairments even before cardiac surgery
Olympus to launch 4K-3-D Microscope at Congress of Neurological Surgeons
by John R. Fischer 10/06/2017Allows entire surgical team to monitor operation in progress
Cybersecurity bill for medical devices proposed to US House of Representatives
by John R. Fischer 10/06/2017Public-private partnership to create protection framework
MR better at detecting Zika fetal brain abnormalities than ultrasound alone
by John R. Fischer 10/05/2017Provides greater detail regarding brain structures
Handheld ultrasound scanners market to reach $725 million by 2027
by John R. Fischer 10/05/2017Will grow at a CAGR of 8.8 percent
Boston Scientific to acquire Apama Medical
by John R. Fischer 10/05/2017Will allow Boston Scientific to enter the single-shot PVI market
Researchers develop targeted alpha therapy protocol for prostate cancer
by John R. Fischer 10/04/2017Determines most effective therapy with the least number of side effects
Elekta partners with Alliance for Cancer Care
by John R. Fischer 10/04/2017The Alliance will replace all radiotherapy tools and services with Elekta products
Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance issues live model ultrasound scan guidelines
by John R. Fischer 10/03/2017Addresses the purpose and safety of live demonstrations at trade shows
MEDNAX acquires Jefferson Radiology
by John R. Fischer 10/03/2017Will expand its radiology services
Abbott Ellipse ICD now available with MR-conditional labeling
by John R. Fischer 10/02/2017Ensures patient safety and relaxation during MR exams
Researchers to assess benefits of 3-D mammo versus 2-D
by John R. Fischer 10/02/2017Will follow 165,000 women between ages 45 and 74 through at least 2025
Hologic launches SmartCurve breast stabilization system for U.S. consumers
by John R. Fischer 09/29/2017A more comfortable mammogram without compromised image quality
Eyeing theranostics, Sofie Biosciences completes acquisition of Zevacor Pharma
by John R. Fischer 09/29/2017Growth of FDG also influenced decision
Hypofractionated whole-breast radiotherapy best for early-stage breast cancer patients under 50
by John R. Fischer 09/28/2017Study supports higher dose, shorter form treatment
South Carolina health system to pay nearly $8 million to DoJ in settlement
by John R. Fischer 09/28/2017Accused of violating False Claims Act
What would Graham-Cassidy mean for the medical equipment industry?
by John R. Fischer 09/26/2017Eliminating the medical device tax, but also fewer insured patients
New MR contrast agent distinguishes aggressive from slow-growing breast cancer
by John R. Fischer 09/25/2017Lights up biomarkers in different shades of brightness
Carestream to showcase AI capabilities of enterprise imaging platform at SIIM event
by John R. Fischer 09/22/2017Detecting disease before symptoms appear
FDA greenlights first duodenoscope with disposable distal cap
by John R. Fischer 09/22/2017Reduces risk for transfer of infections between patients
Radiology Partners to acquire Southwest Diagnostic Imaging
by John R. Fischer 09/20/2017Joining with SDI 'represents about a 25 percent increase' in RP's size
FDA gives nod to Hitachi’s Supria True64 CT System
by John R. Fischer 09/19/2017Economy compact model system that consists of a premium image quality chain
NuVasive releases LessRay software technology system in the U.S.
by John R. Fischer 09/18/2017Allows for lower dose while still retaining high image quality
Children undergoing CT scans for head injuries at risk for radiation overexposure
by John R. Fischer 09/18/2017Roughly half of kids visiting ER receive scans
National Association of Proton Therapy appoints new executive director
by John R. Fischer 09/15/2017Scott Warwick was chosen for the role following a nationwide search
Optim LLC launches video endoscopy System for ENT disorders in the U.S.
by John R. Fischer 09/14/2017System provides visual diagnosis for Ear-Nose-and-Throat disorders
MR shielding: out of sight, but hopefully not out of mind
by John R. Fischer 09/14/2017Insights from the experts on installation and RF shield maintenance
Experts indicate need for a shift in MR safety focus
by John R. Fischer 09/14/2017Detectors, guidelines and certifications are all good, but patient safety requires more
Alpha Imaging acquires Medical Imaging Systems
by John R. Fischer 09/14/2017Will provide services to customers in 16 states
DePuy Synthes to launch TRUMATCH CMF Titanium 3-D Printed Implant System in U.S.
by John R. Fischer 09/14/2017Patient-specific 3-D printed titanium implants for facial reconstruction
Invicro acquires Imanova
by John R. Fischer 09/13/2017Creating the world’s largest provider of translational imaging services
Low-level ionizing radiation less of a health risk than obesity: study
by John R. Fischer 09/13/2017Research aimed at non-medical audience, to 'facilitate a better quality' debate
Determining pediatric radiation dose and CT image quality with quantitative method
by John R. Fischer 09/12/2017A systematic way to ensure safer imaging
Hologic launches Brevera breast biopsy system in the U.S.
by John R. Fischer 09/11/2017Doctors can perform and examine biopsy results in the same room
FDA approves sale of SyMRI IMAGE software for GE Healthcare MR scanners
by John R. Fischer 09/08/2017Reduces scan times
China approves iCAD Xoft Axxent balloon applicators for early-stage breast cancer treatment
by John R. Fischer 09/06/2017Administers IORT during lumpectomies
DiA Imaging Analysis and Neusoft Medical partner to enhance heart diagnostics
by John R. Fischer 09/06/2017Arrangement aims at enhancing care for patients with heart conditions
GE gets FDA nod for patient-assisted mammography compression device
by John R. Fischer 09/05/2017Dueta gives patients control, with guidance from technologist
Kolo Medical to unveil new ultrasound transducer
by John R. Fischer 09/01/2017Enables high-resolution superficial imaging
New technique could save TAVR patients with particular heart anatomies
by John R. Fischer 08/31/2017Involves the use of transcatheter electrical surgery
Children’s National Health System first U.S. pediatric institution to use MR-HIFU
by John R. Fischer 08/30/2017Requires no incision
Abbott updates cybersecurity features for 465,000 pacemakers
by John R. Fischer 08/30/2017Follows criticism from U.S. health regulators
Forcare installs new enterprise interoperability system for UK Healthcare
by John R. Fischer 08/30/2017No replacement of viewers, PACS, EHR or other technology
PinnacleHealth adopts system for reducing stroke risk
by John R. Fischer 08/29/2017Used in TAVR procedures
Doctors to apply for CT and MR scan permission under Anthem
by John R. Fischer 08/29/2017Aimed at reducing hospital outpatient imaging services