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More than a dozen proposals are being considered this legislative session, as the AMA lobbies alongside radiology groups to address this issue. 

Clear Connect Medical Imaging will offer state-of-the-art technology, private dressing rooms and other modern amenities

The Rochester, New York, manufacturer first filed for chapter 11 in August, seeking to wipe out $470M in debt. 

The Israel-headquartered firm specializes in AI-based ultrasound image examination, scoring its ninth U.S. FDA clearance in February. 

Washington has been all over AI this week. One highlight: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman testifying strongly in favor of federal AI oversight.

The worldwide stroke rate has been decreasing over time, but the population is aging and growing at such a rapid rate that stroke-related mortality is still expected to rise. 

While the AI chatbot’s scores do reflect its impressive strengths, its weaknesses could present a unique opportunity for educators.

The USPSTF’s update suggests that women should screen every other year, but the group's own modeling studies have cited the benefits of annual screening.

An intense focus on RVU productivity may have unintended negative consequences, experts wrote in the Journal of Operations Management.

The American College of Radiology, SNMMI and the Michael J. Fox Foundation, among others, voiced support for the FIND Act. 

Also, radiologist joins state medical society representing small groups, and three LucidHealth rads honored as "top docs." 

However, GPT-4 confidently delivered incorrect or irrelevant answers on some questions, according to new research in Radiology.