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AI model predicts malignant breast cancer as well as humans: IBM
by John R. Fischer 06/19/2019Incorporates mammogram and EHR data in predictions
FDA gives thumbs up for Canon's deep learning image reconstruction tech
by John R. Fischer 06/18/2019Suppresses noise and enhances signal for sharper images
MR and ultrasound biopsies combined can detect prostate cancers, says study
by John R. Fischer 06/18/2019Detect up to 33 percent more tumors together
Vulnerabilities found in infusion pump firmware
by John R. Fischer 06/17/2019Could enable dose or infusion rate manipulation
Demand on the rise for MR-guided radiotherapy, says new report
by John R. Fischer 06/17/2019Compound annual growth rate of 20 percent through 2028
NY DOH gives green light for HealthAlliance $93 million hospital expansion
by John R. Fischer 06/14/2019Will host new centers and a new imaging department
AMA issues recommendations for accountability of AI in healthcare
by John R. Fischer 06/14/2019Aid in advancing quadruple aim
New dye helps control 'lighting' for sharper images of heart
by John R. Fischer 06/14/2019May help identify early signs of heart disease
The rapidly growing value of data analytics in HTM
by John R. Fischer 06/13/2019Helps with purchasing, keeping inventory of equipment, end-of-life decisions for devices
How can OEMs and in-house service teams work better together?
by John R. Fischer 06/12/2019Experts from both sides get together and share their views at AAMI
Servicing vs. remanufacturing: finding the balance between safety and value at AAMI
by John R. Fischer 06/11/2019Experts weigh in on FDA white paper and ongoing debate
EQ2 showcases advancements and new products at AAMI Exchange
by John R. Fischer 06/10/2019Added data analytics, supply chain management and tracking capabilities
Understanding 'data cleaning' in equipment service, and the tools used to do it
by John R. Fischer 06/09/2019Acquiring data is only the beginning, insights from AAMI
GE adds multi-vendor parts and new functions to online Service Shop
by John R. Fischer 06/08/2019Showcased at AAMI Exchange
New algorithm better predictor of readmission following discharge, says study
by John R. Fischer 06/06/2019Final model drew predictions from 382 variables
Bill aiming to reduce prior authorization delays for cancer treatment introduced in Congress
by John R. Fischer 06/06/2019Supporting timely access to care
SEC probes Siemens, GE and Philips over business with China
by John R. Fischer 06/05/2019Lawsuit alleges OEMs worked together to fix prices on medical equipment
Breast MR for cancer survivors may result in unnecessary biopsies
by John R. Fischer 06/05/2019No difference in sensitivity compared to mammography alone
Financial details of nearly 12 million patients at risk following AMCA breach
by John R. Fischer 06/04/2019Includes social security numbers, credit cards and medical information
One-third of breast cancer patients not aware of minimal scarring surgery
by John R. Fischer 06/04/2019Remote incisions can avert physical and psychological impacts of scarring
Roche and GE Healthcare release NAVIFY Tumor Board 2.0
by John R. Fischer 06/03/2019Supports personalized treatment decision-making
Absolute Imaging Solutions acquires Northeast Electronics
by John R. Fischer 06/03/2019Facilitates push into East Coast market
Fujifilm to build new 'smart' facility for endoscope production
by John R. Fischer 05/31/2019Will leverage AI and IoT to enhance endoscope production
Cancer mortality for men, women and children on the decline, says report
by John R. Fischer 05/31/2019Decreased by 1.8 percent in men and 1.4 percent in women
Agfa investigates sale of Hospital IT and Integrated Care business
by John R. Fischer 05/31/2019Shedding $213 million unit will position company mainly as imaging vendor
Enterprise content management (ECM) systems are the rise
by John R. Fischer 05/31/2019Offering better data security, market may exceed $1.3 billion by 2023
Ezra launches direct-to-consumer full-body MR scanning program
by John R. Fischer 05/30/2019Full-body imaging for $1,950 or single-region starting at $675
Google and Northwestern develop deep learning model for lung cancer detection
by John R. Fischer 05/30/2019Performed as well or even better than radiologists
Assessing the state of Alzheimer’s imaging
by John R. Fischer 05/24/2019The battle against neuro-degenerative disease wages on
Installing and removing imaging equipment is no small task
by John W. Mitchell 05/24/2019Expert insights on how project management is evolving
Mobile PET relieves hardship for rural cancer patients
by John W. Mitchell 05/24/2019Mobile PET isn't just good medicine, it's good business
The rise of theranostics in nuclear medicine
by John R. Fischer 05/24/2019Investments ramp up but challenges remain
Japanese startup to develop ultra-compact proton therapy system
by John R. Fischer 05/24/2019Designed to replace conventional radiotherapy systems
Ultrasound market gets supercharged by AI, cloud, and greater portability: report
by John R. Fischer 05/24/2019Generated $6.12 billion in 2018, and more growth expected
Eden Radioisotopes scores funding for isotope reactor production
by John R. Fischer 05/23/2019Will primarily produce Mo-99
FDA gives thumbs-up to launch of ControlRad Trace
by John R. Fischer 05/22/2019Only solution that integrates with C-arms to reduce dose
FDA okays Philips' MR-only radiotherapy simulator, MRCAT pelvis
by John R. Fischer 05/21/2019Create treatment plans for bladder, rectal, anal and cervical cancer
Varian to acquire Cancer Treatment Services International for $283 million
by John R. Fischer 05/21/2019Enables production of multidisciplinary solutions
FBI opens probe into alleged kickbacks by healthcare OEMs in Brazil
by John R. Fischer 05/20/2019Accused of making bribes to sell medical equipment
Study calls for better factoring-in of patient complexity in head CT scans
by John R. Fischer 05/20/2019Should consider complexity of associated billed patient encounters
SHINE secures rights to new method for Lutetium-177 production
by John R. Fischer 05/16/2019Generate Lu-177 at greater speed and scale
Verasonics settles legal dispute over software with SuperSonic Imagine
by John R. Fischer 05/16/2019Alleged patent infringement and misappropriate of trade secrets
Mild combat-related brain trauma can be detected with magnetoencephalography (MEG)
by John W. Mitchell 05/15/2019Superior to conventional neuroimaging techniques like MR, CT
AI tool matches radiologist in amyloid detection for Alzheimer's
by John R. Fischer 05/15/2019Processes entire whole-brain slice with 98.7 percent accuracy
icometrix raises $18 million in funding
by John R. Fischer 05/15/2019Will help with deployment of icobrain software in Europe
Covera Health and Walmart partner to help connect patients with better radiology care
by John R. Fischer 05/15/2019Avoid unnecessary and misguided treatments
Bruker and the Champalimaud Foundation to develop first 18 Tesla UHF MR scanner
by John R. Fischer 05/14/2019Enable discovery of new contrast mechanisms
New machine learning algorithm could decide who is best for heart failure treatment
by John R. Fischer 05/14/2019Could help prevent sudden death from heart failure
Whole body MR may support faster, less expensive cancer treatment planning
by John R. Fischer 05/13/2019A single scan for planning and staging, but challenges remain
FDA clears Zebra Medical Vision's HealthPNX AI solution for pneumothorax
by John R. Fischer 05/13/2019Can detect 40 findings that indicate presence of condition