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What’s at stake for radiology in the 2026 midterm election?

The Radiological Society of North America recently discussed this year’s election in its monthly Washington Update newsletter, speculating how the outcome could impact imaging. 

HeartFlow CCTA FFRct being read by Quantum radiologist Demetrius Dicks, MD, in Marietta, Georgia.
Radiologists often suffering repetitive-stress injuries from PACS use

Potential solutions could include formal ergonomic training, regular workstation assessments, timely equipment maintenance, and customization to individual users. 

Marcel M. Maya, MD, FACR Cedars Sinai
Los Angeles’ largest hospital names new imaging chair

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center on Oct. 30 announced the appointment of Marcel M. Maya, MD, as its next chair of imaging, succeeding Barry Pressman, MD. 

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On-site radiologist coverage linked to faster emergency CT reporting

CT interpretations in the emergency department have significantly longer turnaround times when reads are completed off-site, new research suggests.

Study analyzes utility of shortened PSMA PET scanning protocols
Providers must tread carefully when using shortened PSMA PET/CT protocols

Using reduced protocols runs the risk of missing lesions in some patients, warranting judicious use, according to new research published in BMC Medical Imaging. 

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Top factors fueling radiologist burnout and how to address them

“Too many hours at work” was the No. 1 answer among burned-out rads, cited by about 60% of respondents, Medscape reports. 

A cardiology practice in Florida and several of its cardiologists have agreed to pay $2 million to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act and committed fraud. As a part of the agreement, there has been no determination of liability.
$40M jury verdict after interventional procedure leads to patient’s heart problems

Plaintiff Kimberly Divelbliss, of New Mexico, recently prevailed in the product liability case against Becton, Dickinson and Co., which makes the troubled Bard PowerPort.  

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Radiology societies seek help in valuing physician services

“Strong physician participation is what makes the RUC process effective,” the American College of Radiology said in a news update Oct. 29. 

Instylla Embrace Hydrogel Embolic System
New FDA approval expands embolization options for peripheral arterial bleeding

The expanded approval adds a hemorrhage treatment indication to the device’s existing use in interventional oncology.

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Surgeon-Pathologist: Digital Pathology Is ‘Day to Analog Pathology’s Night’

Thanks in no small part to a former surgeon who traded her scalpel for a microscope more than a decade ago, digital pathology is today finding a sure foothold in the largest region of Spain.

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