Facility Management

Study provides no additional evidence supporting 2008 FDA advisory that warned CT scans potentially interfere with CRM devices.

Fluoroscopic time and contrast media volume were significantly reduced when fellows received one year of formalized training.

Changing health care laws contribute to the uncertain future of radiology.

Patient and referring physician satisfaction surveys are becoming more important. Here’s how radiology groups can collect and use the data.

Here are three simple ways you can strengthen your relationship with your practice's technical partners.

Studying for my maintenance of certification exam sends me down memory lane, as I rediscovered the purer aspects of radiology

Here’s how one radiology department improved their work flow using a free software solution that prioritized cases, easing the stress for referrers and radiologists alike.

Integrating a reading room with a clinic encourages more interaction between radiologists and clinicians, benefitting patient care.

Patients who underwent CT with or without contrast had similar rates of acute kidney injury, showing contrast use isn’t associated with nephropathy.

Virtual second opinion services allow patients to upload images and medical information for physician review. Here’s one institution’s experience.

Medical imaging industry groups hailed a bipartisan deal this week to replace the maligned sustainable growth rate formula for physician payment.

Radiology is a good fit for the lean tools and approach. Here’s what you need to know to transform your operations.

Peer review can help radiologists improve. Here are some methods for peer review and solutions for barriers your group may face.

A radiation oncology department implemented crew resource management for improved communication and an improved safety record.

Peer review is becoming an increasingly important quality measurement. Here’s how to make it work for your practice.

I'm back in study mode for the MOC exam.

The Image Wisely campaign launched the latest radiation safety cases designed to test imaging professionals on radiation safety concepts.

Does your imaging facility have a disaster plan in place? Here’s why that’s critical and what steps to consider while developing your plan.

I'd like a gift from the voice recognition software industry. It'd be called the "anti-macro" for those phrases that should not be transcribed.

CMS’s 2014 Physician Fee Schedule includes significant reimbursement reductions and changes. But it’s not all doom and gloom. Here’s what you need to know.

Radiologists are feeling the squeeze, which can bring feelings of anxiety and dread. In 2014, resolve to banish the bad attitude and be happier. Here’s how.

The Cincinnati Children’s Hospital in Ohio implemented a standardized radiology report system, which allows radiologists and physicians to communicate more effectively.