In this paper, the historic and recent evidence supporting the value of breast cancer screening will be described, along with the underpinnings of the current debate over the relative and absolute benefit of regular mammography screening. More »
In their review of multi-gene assays of breast cancer, Drs. Gökmen-Polar and Badve highlight the overall similarity of “first-generation” molecular assays that have been developed, using different strategies, to understand the relationship between gene expression within tumor samples and the... More »
An FDA panel unanimously recommended approval of U-Systems’ somo•v® Automated Breast Ultrasound system for breast cancer screening for women with dense breasts. More »
A large-scale study of US women between the ages of 20 and 44 shows that using the injectable contraceptive, depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA), is associated with a two-fold increase in the risk of invasive breast cancer when the contraceptive is used for at least one year. More »
Researchers at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada have sequenced and analyzed over 100 triple-negative breast tumors at the time of diagnosis, the first in-depth genomic analysis of this heterogeneous breast cancer subtype. More »
Routine mammograms do not reduce the incidence of late-stage breast cancer detection and may result in significant overdiagnosis of early breast cancers. More »
Triple-negative breast cancer is aggressive, has a high rate of metastases, and carries a poor prognosis. Dr. Joyce O’Shaughnessy, who will be presenting at the Miami Breast Cancer Conference, discusses an overview of new therapies for triple-negative breast cancer. More »
Two studies published today help clarify how to interpret CYP2D6 genetic testing and the results will likely affect the current trend of CYP2D6 genotyping prior to tamoxifen usage in early-stage ER-positive breast cancer patients. More »
In this four-minute video interview conducted at RSNA 2011, Dr Berg reviews new data from the ACRIN 6666 study that suggests operator error is similar for all of the major imaging techniques employed for breast cancer detection.
Approved by the FDA February 11, 2011, breast tomosynthesis, a new imaging technology pioneered by the MGH Breast Imaging Program under the leadership of Elizabeth Rafferty, MD, director of Breast Imaging at MGH, produces a 3D image of the breast and gives doctors a clearer view through the overlapping structures of breast tissue.
GE's Senograph mammography systems, magnetic resonance systems, logic ultrasound system and molecular breast imaging offer new possibilities for noninvasive breast cancer detection...
Remember the cartoon Goofus and Gallant from Highlights? Introducing teleradiology’s version, Doofus and Valiant, with quite different approaches to their jobs.
The drive for improved system integration and decreased turnaround time has led to a continuous analysis of procedures and a never-ending cycle of trying to get the work flow to work.
Physician Performance Goals Are Great, But Balance Is More Realistic Jennifer Frank, MD, May 15, 2012 Performance measurements for physicians are well-intentioned and get me to rethink how I practice. But in the end I won't make the goals, so I'll have to go with balance over perfection.
Designing the Perfect Business Card for Your Medical Practice C. Noel Henley, MD, May 11, 2012 Does your business card say anything substantive about the valuable work you do in your practice? Here’s how to re-design your next business card for maximum impact and engagement.
Registered Nurses an Ideal Fit for Primary Care Practices Audrey "Christie" McLaughlin, RN, May 10, 2012 Here are four good reasons to hire a registered nurse for your primary care practice …maybe even instead of a medical assistant.
The Five Biggest Medical Practice Marketing Mistakes James Doulgeris, May 10, 2012 There are best practices to marketing your practice, but often, success is more about knowing what not to do. Here are the five most common pitfalls …and how to avoid them.
Can You Practice Medicine and Manage Your Practice? Rosemarie Nelson, May 9, 2012 Whether you practice alone, or in a group, if you're trying to see patients in this pay-for-volume environment and also run the business of your practice, you may be missing out on important opportunities.
A radiologist alone in a dark room with his computer.