Radiology practices are facing increased pressure on multiple fronts, which is driving many to consider consolidation. Joining a larger group through merger or acquisition does offer some protection in an ever more competitive marketplace, but it also has drawbacks, most notably reductions in salary and loss of autonomy.
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From AI breakthroughs to imaging trends, we serve up real-time radiology insights.
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On the Case
A 43-year-old black man with no past medical history presented with a palpable right breast mass. Approximately four months prior, he noticed right breast soreness and this breast felt firmer compared with his left breast. He described continual increase in the size of the right breast over time.
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Women’s Imaging: Early Warning
AI helps detect the most challenging breast cancers. Breast cancer detection has improved significantly in recent years due to advancements in screening technology and techniques, such as digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT).
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Billing and Coding: Is There a Pediatric Code for That?
Imaging pediatric patients can often take more effort and time than exams performed on adults. Additionally, physical considerations that come into play may change how the protocol of a study is defined. For these reasons, exams that are specifically defined for, or most commonly performed on, pediatric patients require extra attention.
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Editor’s Note: The Basis of Value in Radiology
With the nation riveted, and rightfully so, by the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a good bit of discussion about radiology’s role in detecting and characterizing the virus. The most effective protocols are still up for debate, but it seems clear that medical imaging can add value to the evaluation of SARS-CoV-2.
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Critical Communication — How Technology Is Helping Close the Loop on Follow-Up Recommendations
For many a medical practice, postexam follow-up has left much to be desired. We’ll see how radiologists can harness technology and savvy to get an efficient system dialed in.
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Diverse Views — A Look Behind the Numbers at Radiology’s Gender Disparity
Find out how accomplished female radiologists are making inroads into what traditionally has been a male-dominated profession, while inspiring others to follow their example.
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Not the Usual Kid Stuff
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia has added its voice to the growing movement that says PET/MRI, rather than traditional PET/CT, is the right fit for pediatric patients.
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A Broader Platform
Recent innovations are delivering radiologists an expanded palette in the MR space. We’ll take a look at some developments that are shaping the conversation and the outlook, for now and the near future.