Smart DR Workflow helps improve image quality and consistency, and speed patient throughput. Applications for Artificial Intelligence (AI) in radiology are increasing, especially in workflow where they can help streamline exam efficiency and provide more consistent outcomes. Carestream’s software powered by Eclipse uses AIto optimize exam
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3 ways image quality can help attract patients and referrals, and offset price erosion. There are several strong forces in healthcare that are eroding profitability for orthopaedic providers in large hospital settings: Price erosion as more surgeries – like knee and hip replacements – previously done
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AHRA keynote speaker inspires administrators to push beyond boundaries. “There is no need for sight when you have a vision.” That is the inspirational mantra central to Lex Gillette, the keynote speaker at the AHRA 2021 conference in Nashville. Mr. Gillette, who has been blind since the
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How to leverage your image capture devices for improved image quality and productivity. Maximizing the return on your existing radiology equipment has always been a priority. It is even more critical today if your funds for purchasing new equipment were diverted to COVID-related expenses. In this
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Strategies and insights from radiology administrators for navigating the new normal. Editor’s Note: as we approach #AHRA2021, Everything Rad interviewed radiology administrators to understand their challenges for the remainder of 2021, and their strategies for addressing them. Although the number of COVID-19 cases in some countries is
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A look at how Carestream Service prioritizes, measures, and improves customer satisfaction and the customer experience. At Carestream Health, the customer is at the center of everything we do: from creating innovative new medical imaging solutions, to on-site training of radiology staff, to providing support and
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Children’s hospital pilots bedside fluoroscopy imaging in the neonatal intensive care unit. By Mark C. Liszewski, MD, Children’s Hospital at Montefiore. Portable radiography and sonography are mainstays of initial diagnostic assessment in critically ill patients. However, there are many situations in which they cannot provide the information
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Carestream applies Artificial Intelligence to improve medical image quality. In some ways, the path to improving X-ray image quality seems pretty straightforward. There are three fundamental components of image quality: noise, sharpness, and contrast. The complexity comes from the fact that the sharpness and the noise
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Medical imaging providers in LAR are adapting to new workflows. In the upheaval of the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare providers in Latin America were presented with new challenges to deliver medical imaging to their patients. Some of the challenges still persist, while others are emerging. Everything
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COVID-19's impact on healthcare professionals, their patients and the businesses that provide medical imaging solutions. COVID-19 has disrupted healthcare delivery around the world. In this edition of Everything Rad, we explore the impact of COVID-19 and other factors on medical imaging trends in Asia Pacific. Everything
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AI delivers enhanced imaging and improved workflow for medical imaging. Discussions about potential applications for artificial intelligence in radiology have dominated medical imaging conferences and news headlines for years. All the noise and hype can make it hard for imaging providers to know which AI-based
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New Lux 35 detectors weigh almost 2 pounds less than DRX-Plus Detectors What is more robust than a traditional detector? Weighs less than a traditional detector? And can improve staff and patient satisfaction? Answer: the new glass-free, ergonomically-designed Lux 35 Detector, Carestream’s newest and most advanced
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How to demonstrate quality when you cannot compete on price. By Yoshimi Anzai, MD, MPH, Professor of Radiology at the University of Utah. There is a price transparency movement underway in health care that has the potential to impact imaging revenue in hospitals in the U.S. Now
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Understanding features that improve clinical workflow and efficiency. New X-ray room equipment is a major expenditure for an imaging facility, and the choice you make today can impact your ability to leverage future capabilities. The less time a radiographer spends focusing on the system, the more time
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Carestream offers innovative X-ray solutions to help meet the unique needs of imaging children. The goal of every radiology exam is to produce a high-quality image that helps to accurately diagnose a disease or condition – and create that image at the lowest possible dose of
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Carestream’s strategies to help address emerging challenges. Clearly, as we enter 2021, the world is in an intense state of flux — and so is the field of radiology. In today’s post, we interview Jorge Quant, Carestream’s Global Marketing Director, to drill down into the specifics
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COVID, radiology administration topics, and patient care and safety make the list. Which topics interested readers of Everything Rad the most in 2020? COVID-19 and its impact on radiology imaging and administration was a prominent topic of course. However, evergreen subjects like productivity, patient care, and
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Improved patient care, infection control and faster diagnosis drive increase in use of mobile imaging. The amount and volume of imaging exams done at the patient bedside has increased steadily. In this blog, I’ll explain the benefits of mobile imaging and its potential clinical use cases
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With DR detectors, it’s about way more than price. A digital radiology detector is an integral part of your medical imaging system and workflow. The right detector can help improve the efficiency of your radiographers and provide you with advanced imaging applications to help improve diagnosis
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Recommendations from participants to prepare for your next virtual event. If you are attending the RSNA 2020 virtual meeting and exhibition, your pre-show planning is very different than previous years. No need to book travel or reserve hotel rooms. However, in order to get the most
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Overcoming the complexities of CXR without a dose penalty. Chest X-rays (CXR) are one of the most difficult radiographs to interpret. The dense chest structure includes complex overlying and underlying patient anatomy, and the ever-present motions of the lungs and heart. Ideally, radiologists would like to
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An interview with the President-elect of the Inter-American College of Radiology. Everything Rad: Please explain the mission of the CIR. Dra. Gonzalez Ulloa: The Inter-American College of Radiology (Colegio Interamericano de Radiología) (CIR) is an Ibero-American Scientific Medical Association founded in 1943. It is made up of
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6 steps to become a more effective administrator. By Kernesha S. Weatherly, Director of Radiology, UAB Medicine. Are you an effective radiology manager? How do you know? In today’s climate, increased productivity and efficient use of existing facilities have become a necessity. From budget cuts, fee for performance,
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Strategies for providing inpatient and outpatient imaging under new and challenging conditions. The persistence of the COVID-19 virus is requiring many imaging providers to adjust operations in order to resume routine radiology care as well as attend to patients infected with COVID-19. Everything Rad asked several imaging
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NHG Diagnostics overcomes pandemic challenges to provide timely imaging diagnosis at community care facilities. By Chong Chun Meng, Principal Radiographer; and Damien Li, Senior Radiographer; National Healthcare Group Diagnostics. Like other countries around the world, the COVID-19 pandemic has forced a dramatic shift in the way healthcare
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University of Utah Health captures X-ray images of suspected COVID-19 patients through glass wall. By Michael Mozdy, University of Utah Health. Editor's note: this blog is part of a special series on medical imaging during COVID. Read the first blog: 3 Key Challenges in Radiology Administration During
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The impact of COVID-19 on radiology staff and administrative planning. The COVID-19 pandemic has created multiple challenges for medical imaging: the primary ones being diagnosing and monitoring the disease, and infection control. Additionally, the tenacious virus has a significant impact on administration of the radiology department.
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How to get the maximum return from training on your medical imaging equipment. When radiology departments invest in new medical imaging equipment, they want to get the maximum return on their investment. The most effective path for your radiographers to become proficient on your equipment -
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Advice from an experienced service technician to maximize the ROI of your imaging equipment. The images captured by X-ray equipment are often a critical first step to making a diagnosis and starting a care plan to improve a patient’s health. In addition, the revenue generated by
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Radiology department's primary objective is satisfaction in patient care. Carestream had the opportunity to interview Dr. Marco Antonio Téliz, head of the department of radiology and molecular imaging at ABC Medical Center, on the objectives of the hospital’s radiology department at RSNA 2019. ABC Medical
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Brigham and Women’s Hospital’s initiative to measure the patient experience in radiology. Editor’s Note: Today’s blog is one of a series about the patient experience in radiology. Earlier we shared 2 blogs by Dr. Cheryl Turner on root causes of adverse patient experiences in radiology. Be sure
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A Two-Part Series on Workplace Stress, Burnout, and the Risks to Patient Safety. By Dr. Cheryl Turner, Director of Global Education and Training at Legion Healthcare Partners; and founder of Rad-Cast, the CE Podcast for Rad Professionals. Editor’s Note: Today’s blog is one of a series about
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A Two-Part Series on Workplace Stress, Burnout, and the Risks to Patient Safety. By: Dr. Cheryl Turner, Director of Global Education and Training at Legion Healthcare Partners; and founder of Rad-Cast, the CE Podcast for Rad Professionals. Editor’s Note: Today’s blog is one of a series about the
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A guide to the science behind X-ray noise. As a radiographer, your goal from day to day, from patient to patient, is to complete an imaging exam that provides sufficient information for an accurate clinical diagnosis – at the lowest possible dose. You have a
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Demand for mobile imaging surges as unlikely locations become urgent care facilities. Carestream has added production lines, shifts, and workers to meet the increased demand for the DRX-Revolution mobile imaging unit. In response to the overwhelming and crushing need for critical care of patients infected with
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An imaging informatics fellowship director and fellow share their insights. By Dr. Teresa Martin-Carreras and Dr. Tessa S. Cook, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. At first glance, the principles of patient care in radiology and imaging informatics might seem at odds. Patient care being very personal,
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The three cornerstones of high-quality, consistent X-ray imaging. Like most technologies, X-ray imaging software is evolving, delivering more automation and improved image quality. However, the fundamental imaging basics for radiologic technologists remain unchanged. Here is a helpful review of the imaging basics for rad techs. In
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Techniques to improve workflow in the X-ray imaging department. Radiology administrators are constantly looking for ways to improve productivity in the imaging department. As modality software has evolved, so have the features that enhance automation and efficiency in the workflow. But in my interactions with
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Section 179 offers radiology equipment tax savings for some small businesses New radiology equipment and medical printing solutions have the potential to improve an imaging center or medical practice’s bottom line through increased patient throughput. But did you know that there is also a possible
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The pros and cons of new hires for radiology department staff. By Ron Jones MSRS, RT (R, CT) ARRT Editor note: This is the second in a 2-part series. In Part One, we looked at the benefits and process of cross-training current employees to fill a
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The pros and cons of cross-training radiology department staff By Ron Jones MSRS, RT (R, CT) ARRT Editor note: This is the first in a 2-part series on staffing in radiology departments. In Part One, we look at the benefits and process of cross-training current employees to
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Innovations in hardware and software help keep medical imaging as affordable and secure as possible. Last week in our blog on Medical Imaging Trends in 2020,we explored four technology innovations in radiology that can help improve diagnosis while keeping dose as low as possible. In addition
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Four technology innovations that will shape the future of diagnostic imaging. It's a new year and a new decade - and time to look ahead at the innovations that will shape the future of medical imaging in 2020. The overall healthcare industry is striving to make
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Which apps will be the most useful to radiologists in the New Year? Whether you’re looking for an app to help you study for your radiology exams, or one that is FDA-approved to support clinical diagnoses, look no further than consumer app stores and AI marketplaces.
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The top 10 medical imaging blogs in 2019. What were the most popular blogs about diagnostic imaging published on Everything Rad in 2019? Here’s the summary – keep reading to get the complete story behind the headlines! Radiologist burnout Improving the quality of chest X-rays
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AuntMinnie Semifinalists share their strategies for leading successful radiology departments. What are the best practices used by effective radiology administrators? Read the strategies shared by three of the AuntMinnie Semifinalists for Most Effective Radiology Administrator/Manager. Make your strategic goals measurable Radiology administrators have multiple complex and highly
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Balancing the patient experience with high case volumes. The issue – and the opportunity – for radiologists to interact with patients was in the spotlight on day one of RSNA 19. To highlight the need for radiologists to interact with patients, RSNA President Valerie Jackson, MD,
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Educate yourself for the possibility of being a witness in a criminal investigation. By Dr. Michaela Davis, Winston Churchill Research Fellow, Assistant Professor UCD School of Medicine and Medical Science, and Diagnostic Radiographer Assistant. Although you might not carry the actual title of “forensic radiologist,” there
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Diagnostic Imaging Providers Need to be Diligent in Evaluating New Technologies Artificial intelligence (AI) in radiology has been generating significant buzz for several years, and will inevitably play a large and vital role in the future of medical imaging. But what is the cost-benefit analysis
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An Everything Rad Interview with RAD-AID Volunteers Jamie and Steve Surratt. RAD-AID, founded in 2008, is an international, volunteer-driven, non-profit organization dedicated to increasing radiological availability, expertise and infrastructure around the globe –in many underserved countries that need this support the most. In today’s post, we interview
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Adopting new breast imaging technologies for earlier cancer detection. By Dr. Stamatia Destounis, MD FACR, Elizabeth Wende Breast Clinic. Editor’s note: for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Everything Rad asked EWBC physician, Dr. Stamatia V. Destounis, MD, FACR, to share her insights on the current and future role
Read MoreNorth Colorado Medical Center shares process and tips for installing ceiling mounted X-ray systems. Rafael Hernandez is the Medical Imaging Senior Manager at North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley, Colorado. DOTmed HealthCare Business News recently interviewed him about the facility’s updates to their X-ray room
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Epidemiologic evidence and bench research demonstrate the truth about low radiation risk to patients. By Dr. Akshay Baheti and Dr. Bhavin Jankharia. The perceived risk of radiation from medical imaging remains a major source of concern in the minds of many radiologists, referring physicians,
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RAD-AID deploys Radiology-Readiness and volunteers worldwide. Radiology shortages come in many forms - lack of radiologists, lack of training, or perhaps lack of equipment. RAD-AID understands that a single model can’t address all aspects of radiology shortages. That’s why its critical first step is to
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AHRA 2019 speakers share insights on leadership, employees, and stress. What are the top challenges in medical imaging management? According to knowledgeable presenters at AHRA 2019, they are: leadership – and often lack of it;managing medical imaging staff;dealing with stress Challenge 1: Leadership – or lack thereof
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Dr. Wende Young, a pioneer in breast imaging, discusses the roles of technology and patient-centricity in breast imaging. Editor’s note: the Elizabeth Wende Breast Clinic (EWBC) in Rochester, NY, is highly regarded as being on the cutting edge of technology in its quest to identify breast
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Visit Carestream to see our innovative solutions for your medical imaging needs. Going to RSNA 2019? Be sure to visit Carestream Health in the North Hall. Here is a preview of the medical imaging solutions we are showing in our booth - #7513. Visit Carestream at RSNA
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New corrugated packaging for DRYVIEW Laser Imaging Films reduces solid waste and promotes recycling. According to the World Bank’s 2018 What a Waste 2.0 report (1), annual waste generation in the world’s cities is expected to surge from 2.01 billion tons in 2016 to 3.40 billion
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AHRA 2019 keynote speaker identifies tips for overcoming challenges and reaching goals in medical imaging. Imagine that you decide to pick up a sport and have just four years to make it to the Olympics. That is what AHRA 2019 Keynote Speaker, Vince Poscente, asked of
Read MoreSteps for organizations and individuals to combat burnout in radiology. By M. G. Myriam Hunink, MD, PhD. Chronic stress and burnout in radiologists and other healthcare professionals is a serious issue. It can lead not only to diminished health and quality of life among the professionals
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A look at the ROI on moving from film to digital medical imaging. Upgrading your office’s medical imaging equipment from film to digital can be a smart strategy for building your practice and expanding your range of billable services. Plus, digital medical imaging delivers a wealth
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A mid-year review of Everything Rad's top blogs. What are the most popular blogs on medical imaging? Everything Rad reviews which blogs written this year in the first half of 2019 were opened the most by our 15,000 monthly visitors. The most popular blogs are
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A radiography educator explains how to utilise VBP in daily practice By Dr. Ruth Strudwick, Associate Professor and Subject Lead for Radiography and Interprofessional Learning at The University of Suffolk. Values-Based Practice (VBP) is the consideration of a patient’s values in decision-making. By patient’s values, we
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Study identifies ideas, views and perceptions of technology; and opportunities to increase its adoption. By Sil Aarts, Assistant Professor, Department of Health Services Research, the Netherlands. New forms of technology are introduced constantly in medical imaging, often leading to enhanced diagnostic and therapeutic options. However, new
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A strategic approach to X-ray purchases. Radiologic technology is advancing at an extraordinary and ever-accelerating pace. Ongoing advances help empower radiology departments to continually increase their efficiency as well as their standard of care. However, this rapid evolution can mean that expensive imaging equipment becomes obsolete too
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Educator calls for updated and more extensive curriculum for radiographers. Salvador Pedraza Gutiérrez, Director of the Diagnostic Imaging Institute. Spain has one of the shortest curricula in the world for radiographers: two years. This is half the time considered necessary worldwide. But advanced imaging and the continuously rising
Read MoreECR sessions offer studies and suggestions for keeping the patient in focus. There were 80 sessions on artificial intelligence at ECR 2019. However, the topic that surfaced often in conversations and the sessions I attended on day one was the very low-tech but all-important human factor.
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Diagnostic imaging can be a critical step in treating patients as early as possible. Sometimes, patients suffering from a rare disease experience a delayed diagnosis. The delay can enable their condition to further advance, possibly jeopardizing their quality of life and, in some cases, life expectancy.
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Compensating for the effects of X-ray scatter improves contrast. Mobile chest X-rays are often performed on acutely ill patients who are too critical or unstable to be transported to an X-ray imaging room. For these patients, bedside mobile X-rays can be the only option for
Read MoreToday’s portable systems are smaller, safer during transport, and more affordable than ever. Since its introduction, mobile X-ray imaging has quickly emerged as an essential modality. And for good reason – because when every patient who needs an imaging exam has to be transported to an
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A local resident shares his itinerary for a perfect day of eating and sightseeing in Vienna for ECR attendees. If you are attending ECR 2019, you might be wondering where to eat in Vienna. As a local who assists Carestream Health at ECR, I am
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Carbon nanotube technology increases portability and image quality; and is more energy efficient. We are constantly bearing witness to important advances in the development and applications of medical technologies. However, it is not so common for there to be changes of a disruptive nature that lend
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The technology is not new, but the applications might be surprising. The outlook for diagnostic imaging in 2019 seems very familiar to what Everything Rad reported in 2018. Artificial intelligence (AI) and wearable devices are on the list once again, along with the addition of more apps for mobile
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Faster and more accurate diagnoses possible as the IoT continues to evolve. Is your healthcare organization adopting Internet of Things (IoT) technology in 2019? Or perhaps you already are using it. According to a report by Aruba Networks, 87 percent of healthcare organizations will have
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Can you guess the image in the X-ray? This month's "Guess the X-ray Image Challenge!" is here! We welcome radiologists, technologists, RAs, MDs, PAs - or anyone who thinks they're up to the challenge - to guess the object in this X-ray. Please leave your answer
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Can you guess the image in the X-ray? This month's "Guess the X-ray Image Challenge!" is here! We welcome radiologists, technologists, RAs, MDs, PAs - or anyone who thinks they're up to the challenge - to guess the object in this X-ray. Please leave your answer
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