Key Considerations with Implementing Contrast-Enhanced Mammography in Your Practice
October 12th 2022As literature continues to emerge about the potential of contrast-enhanced digital mammography (CEDM), this author reviews clinical and practical benefits of the modality and pertinent steps for adding it to your diagnostic armamentarium.
Flash Versus Function: Does the AI Focus in Radiology Compromise Our Infrastructure Needs?
October 3rd 2022Addressing upgrades of traditional infrastructure used in everyday radiology practice may be a more practical use of resources than investment in artificial intelligence (AI) technology that is still evolving.
Exploring the Merits of a Teleradiology Fellowship, Part 2
September 26th 2022A teleradiology fellowship that offers an information technology (IT) component and dedicated time with teleradiology attendings to learn tricks of the trade with workstation navigation could go a long way toward reducing downtime and maximizing efficiency.
What a New Study Reveals About Radiographers and Mammography Assessment
September 14th 2022In a new United Kingdom study comparing radiologist and radiographer assessment of over 1.4 million digital mammograms, researchers said there were no significant differences with cancer detection rates or recall rates.
Could the New Stratus Imaging PACS Viewer Help Streamline Radiology Workflows?
September 9th 2022Offering a variety of features to enhance efficiency, bolster security and reduce IT overhead, the cloud-native SaaS platform may help radiologists minimize workflow issues that can impede practices with high imaging volume.
Addressing the Digital Divide with Annual Mammography Exams
September 1st 2022In a new study of over 7,200 women with no history of breast cancer, researchers found that women who scheduled health-care appointments online were more likely to have annual mammography exams but only 18 percent of the study population scheduled appointments online.
Medicare Claims Study Shows Increasing Utility of PAs and NPs in Radiology Practices
August 23rd 2022In a new study comparing 2017 and 2019 Medicare claims submission data, researchers noted a 40 percent increase in evaluation and management (E&M) services, and a 74 percent increase in imaging services performed by radiology-employed nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs).
Combatting Workplace Musculoskeletal Injuries in the Radiology Community
June 23rd 2022Recognizing the significant potential for workplace injuries in the radiology field, these authors discuss the proactive benefits of optimal positioning and disruptions of static posture as well as a heightened management awareness of ergonomic solutions and potential issues in maneuvering mobile imaging units.
Emerging Strategies for Managing the Acute Shortage of Iodinated Contrast Media
May 18th 2022In a recent video interview, two radiology professors from the Yale School of Medicine discussed the impact of the iodinated contrast media (ICM) shortage and potential strategies, ranging from ICM dose reduction to possible deferment of non-urgent imaging, that may provide a viable path moving forward.
How Fostering a Culture of Inclusion Can Help Mitigate Burnout
May 13th 2022In addition to addressing workplace stressors, leaders in radiology should have an increased awareness of other key drivers of burnout, including inclusivity issues and challenges for radiologists who are managing their own health conditions.
Iodinated Contrast Media: 15 Recommendations for Addressing the Shortage
May 12th 2022Given the challenges with the shortage of the iodinated contrast agent Omnipaque, national and state organizations have issued suggested risk mitigation and conservation strategies to reprioritize imaging needs during this temporary shortage.