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Research shows how hurricanes hinder radiotherapy outcomes
by John R. Fischer 07/17/2019Treatment transfers and eliminating out-of-network insurance charges could help
Intuitive acquires Schölly Fiberoptic's robotic endoscope business
by John R. Fischer 07/16/2019Enhances supply chain, raises manufacturing capacity for imaging devices
Patients like the idea of telemedicine, but what about physicians?
by John R. Fischer 07/16/2019New study examines U.S. physician interest in telemedicine
New technique enables quick AI-based breast cancer diagnoses
by John R. Fischer 07/16/2019Relies on synthetic images for training
Elekta to distribute C-RAD SIGRT technology in North America and Mexico
by John R. Fischer 07/15/2019Advances stereotactic radiosurgery and stereotactic body radiotherapy
CMS proposes alternative payment model for radiation oncology
by John R. Fischer 07/15/2019Uses prospective, episode-based payments; ensures value-based care
Siemens forms $113 million alliance with UM System and MU Health Care
by John R. Fischer 07/15/2019The 10-year partnership will focus on improved care delivery and research
Study advises personalized breast cancer screenings for cancer survivors
by John R. Fischer 07/12/2019May benefit from MR alone, rather than MR and mammography
FDA gives RaySearch green light for RayStation 8B platform
by John R. Fischer 07/11/2019First treatment planning system to offer machine learning applications
Providers in need of more specialists, fewer primary care physicians, says report
by John R. Fischer 07/10/2019Facing projected shortage in a number of specialties
Rising workloads and technology are main causes of clinician burnout
by John R. Fischer 07/10/2019Called a 'public health crisis' by 92 percent of survey respondents
Noritsu acquires R&F Imaging Systems
by John R. Fischer 07/09/2019Expands R&F presence from regional to national scale
Agiliti acquires Zetta Medical Technologies
by John R. Fischer 07/09/2019Extends management and maintenance capabilities for medical imaging equipment
Consumer experience is top priority for 69 percent of US hospitals: survey
by John R. Fischer 07/08/2019Trend reflects growing patient burden in paying for services
Global breast ultrasound market expected to reach $1.7 billion by 2023
by John R. Fischer 07/08/2019Driven by novel vendor techniques, machine learning and deep-learning algorithms
Ethics in artificial intelligence — many questions, but few answers
by John W. Mitchell 07/01/2019Sharing patient data to build more comprehensive algorithms
Radiologists voice workload frustration in research report released at SIIM
by John W. Mitchell 07/01/2019Using AI to put voice reporting into structural data could ease issue
When it comes to enterprise imaging, having a 'vision' is the easy part
by John W. Mitchell 07/01/2019Experts share frontline experiences at the SIIM meeting
Blockchain may be the next great thing in healthcare — or not
by John W. Mitchell 07/01/2019Cutting through the 'mysticism' of blockchain at SIIM
A functional imaging IT contract enhances vendor performance over the long haul
by John W. Mitchell 07/01/2019Three questions with four experts at SIIM
MedAustron to add health IT to proton and carbon ion treatment facilities
by John R. Fischer 07/01/2019Orders more than $13 million worth of RaySearch systems
Google and UC Medical Center sued for alleged sharing of EHR info
by John R. Fischer 07/01/2019Accused of violating HIPAA
Cardiology occupies a unique space in medical informatics
by John W. Mitchell 06/28/2019Looking at enterprise imaging and informatics through the lens of cardiology at SIIM
'Nudge' in EHRs cuts imaging in half for palliative radiotherapy, says study
by John R. Fischer 06/28/2019Reduces duration of radiotherapy sessions
Medtronic recalls insulin pump models over cybersecurity risks
by John R. Fischer 06/28/2019Identified 4,000 patients with such pumps in US
Imaging deep learning AI successes kick off SIIM 2019
by John W. Mitchell 06/27/2019Researchers show how they are using AI to enhance imaging capabilities
Getting to 'yes' in enterprise imaging
by John W. Mitchell 06/27/2019Tackling common problems on the road to more efficient radiology at SIIM
CT and MR waiting times costing Canadians over $3 billion
by John R. Fischer 06/27/2019Need $4.4 billion to update imaging stock, says report
Bracco Imaging to acquire Blue Earth Diagnostics for $450 million
by John R. Fischer 06/27/2019Will gain rights over Axumin
SIIM spotlights gender parity challenges in imaging informatics
by John W. Mitchell 06/27/2019Leveling the playing field and fighting Imposter Syndrome
OR products and services market expected to reach $7.04 billion by 2022
by John R. Fischer 06/27/2019Frost & Sullivan analysis looks at US and EU5 hospital markets
Admittance for radiology residencies based on looks, says study
by John R. Fischer 06/26/2019Discriminates against obese or unattractive candidates
Siemens showcases works in progress at SNMMI
by John R. Fischer 06/25/2019Includes TeamPlay, syngo Virtual Cockpit and a number of AI algorithms
GE debuts Discovery IQ Gen 2 PET/CT system at SNMMI
by John R. Fischer 06/24/2019Equipped with MotionFree to prevent blurring of images
First dual PET isotope scans performed on living organism
by John R. Fischer 06/24/2019Discussed at SNMMI 2019 Annual Meeting
MiE showcases cardiac PET scanner, Ancoris, at SNMMI
by John R. Fischer 06/24/2019Provides simultaneous 3D cardiac PET perfusion and CFR
Rethinking training and education for the future of medicine at SNMMI
by John R. Fischer 06/23/2019Discussing innovations and efforts of SNMMI Technologist Section
Philips shares insights on PET/CT utilization trends at SNMMI
by John R. Fischer 06/23/2019Continued growth in use expected through 2019
Hologic puts forth $85 million offer to buy SuperSonic Imagine
by John R. Fischer 06/21/2019An entry into cart-based breast ultrasound market
Genetics and the future of breast cancer assessment
by John R. Fischer 06/20/2019Insights from Pam Cumming, senior director of women’s health for Siemens Healthineers North America
The road ahead for breast density awareness
by John R. Fischer 06/20/2019It's been a good year for advocacy, here's what happens next
Office manager for radiology practice sentenced to five years for fraud
by John R. Fischer 06/20/2019Arranged kickbacks in exchange for patient referrals
AI tool for Alexa and smart devices detects cardiac arrest in sleeping patients
by John R. Fischer 06/19/2019Monitors patients for agonal breathing
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