The security within your digital X-ray detector. (Lea la versión en español del blog.) Digital radiography detectors capture what seems like the most personal of data: an image of our inner selves. For this reason, hospital administrators and radiology directors occasionally ask us about the ways we
Read MoreArticles include ways to increase patient satisfaction; and proper positioning can reduce radiologists’ injuries. This week’s articles in our Diagnostic Reading summary include: radiologists’ views of the imaging IT market today and where it’s headed; results of a recent study exploring CT exams and meningioma; how
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Un regard objectif sur ce mouvement crucial pourtant mal compris dans l’imagerie de diagnostique. «Un bon médecin soigne la maladie. Un très grand médecin soigne le patient qui a la maladie. » - Sir William Osler, M.D. 12 juillet 1849 - 29 décembre 1919 ; Co-fondateur de l’hôpital John Hopkins Tout
Read MoreMaking headlines: patient portals and radiologists have a role in patient centered care. This week’s articles include: the importance of patient engagement and successful use of online tools; predicting no shows in radiology; radiologists and their part in effective physician-patient communication; what it takes to succeed in
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Medical imaging and radiologic technologists remain frontrunners in changing healthcare paradigm. Lea la versión en español de este blog. The evolution and integration of clinical informatics platforms and applications in radiology departments is happening faster than we realize. It is imperative for Radiologic Technologists (RTs) to fully
Read MoreIn the news this week: articles for radiologists new to the profession as well as seasoned HIT professionals. This week’s articles include: radiation is not the only risk for pediatric patients; AI learns to predict schizophrenia from MRI brain scan; role of healthcare data governance in big
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Dra. María Luisa Chapel: "El físico médico es una figura imprescindible en la medicina radiológica actual”. Por Dr. Pablo Valdés, Vice presidente de Radiología Española. Recientemente se han cumplido dos años desde que María Luisa Chapel, responsable del Servicio de Radiofísica y Protección Radiológica del Hospital Universitario
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Medical record storage, over-recommended mammograms, and point-of-care ultrasound are in the news. This week’s articles include: Kaiser EDs implement head CT trauma rules that reduce utilization; how long should healthcare providers save medical images; U.S. physicians over-recommend mammography; more point-of-care ultrasound is needed in ambulances and
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Can you guess the image in the X-ray? Happy August! It’s August and with every new month comes a new “Guess the X-ray Image Challenge!” We welcome radiologists, technologists, RAs, MDs, PAs – or anyone who thinks they’re up to the challenge – to guess the subject
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A radiology technologist gives his view from the sidelines. Haga clic aquí para leer la versión en español de este blog. It's time for NFL preseason kickoff! For many fans, a player’s physical condition is as important as their number of sacks or passing yards. And of
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