DOTmed HealthCare Business News
Phase I trial demonstrates safe use of radiotracer produced in minutes
by John R. Fischer 10/16/2017Manufactured using a Ga-68 generator and a cold kit vial
Imaging departments stay afloat during hurricanes
by John R. Fischer 10/13/2017Advice from the front lines of Harvey and Irma
Medical 3-D printing: Q&A with Dr. Jonathan Morris, Mayo Clinic radiologist
by John W. Mitchell 10/13/2017Imaging and 3-D printing have proven to be a perfect match
Q&A with Dr. Julie Gill: How tech innovation has created gaps in the radiology student’s education
by John W. Mitchell 10/13/2017The ability to discuss procedures and pronounce medical terms correctly are vital skills that are often developed through interactions that don't take place anymore
How a thriving social media presence can benefit radiology departments
by John W. Mitchell 10/13/2017Q&A with Alexander J. Towbin, associate chief of clinical operations and radiology informatics, Radiology Department, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
SuperSonic Imagine introduces Aixplorer Ultimate ultrasound system
by John R. Fischer 10/13/2017Enhances possibility of detecting breast and liver diseases
Soccer club PSV Eindhoven utilizes Philips Lumify portable ultrasound
by John R. Fischer 10/12/2017Assesses injuries of players immediately at the point of care
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
Is a cyber equivalent of 'D-Day' inevitable in the medical industry?
by John W. Mitchell 10/04/2017Experts warn that the industry is on that path, and lives will be lost
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
Wireless, handheld spinal ultrasound takes the guesswork out of epidural needle placement
by John W. Mitchell 09/28/2017Two new studies demonstrate value
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
Why radiology must embrace artificial intelligence, not fear it
by John W. Mitchell 09/22/2017Is big data anxiety in the industry overblown?
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
PET/MR scans can assess pediatric cancer survivor health
by John W. Mitchell 09/14/2017Study targets chemotherapy after-effects in young patients
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