December 2017

Radiology residency programs must improve websites or risk losing quality prospects
Direct communication key to quality patient-centered care, physician satisfaction
Researchers use machine learning to detect fractures in plain radiographs
Patients prefer annual mammography over biennial
FDA announces new warning, guidelines for gadolinium-based contrast agents
Video-aided tools show promise for improving informed consent process
ASRT funds new research of computer-based educational tools at academic medical centers
Software using machine learning algorithms accurately audits radiologist compliance
Radiologists, other physicians invest in insurance to combat security breaches
RadNet, MemorialCare Health System announce new joint venture
Should procedural training be standardized during residency?
Concerns over concussions contribute to flag football boom
What specialists, faculty can do to stop decline of pediatric radiology
Q&A: vRad’s Shannon Werb and Benjamin W. Strong, MD, on Developing a Practical AI Strategy and the Future of Radiology
Am I required to participate in MIPS? A new primer for radiologists
MSK ultrasound utilization by nonradiologists on the rise
3 lessons for providing patient-centered care through a lung cancer screening program
DBT paired with synthetic 2D imaging increases cancer detection rates
Radiologists awarded $50K grant to research prenatal imaging techniques
San Diego radiologist found guilty of fraud, bribery
Radiology Partners secures $695M from Golub Capital, closes Southwest Diagnostic transaction
Q&A: Kathleen A. Ward on improving female participation in radiology
ACR chair hopes radiologists work together to combat Anthem outpatient imaging policy
Patients prefer TVUS to MRI for pelvic imaging
These deep learning algorithms outperformed a panel of 11 pathologists
2018 Planning Guides: Recommended Reading for Modern Radiology Practices
RSNA 2017: 5 Trends to Track in 2018
Palmetto Health Tuomey Purchases Carestream DR Rooms, Upgrades for Mobile Imaging Systems
iCAD Announces Study Demonstrating Economic and Health Benefits of Intraoperative Radiation Therapy (IORT) for Early-Stage Breast Cancer Treatment
MITA supports delaying medical device tax for 5 more years
Meeting their radiologist has a significant impact on patients
Radiology professor uses nanotechnology to develop potential cancer treatment
Are we losing touch with the 'human side’ of radiology?
Radiologists scan mummy to better understand the past
Patients go online to research mammographic efficacy, screening guidelines
3 takeaways from exploring 20 years of Medicare Part B medical imaging data
New Customizable ACR Website Offers More Interactive, Mobile-Friendly Experience
Female college athletes experience higher rate of concussion over 15-year period
Konica Minolta’s AeroRemote Insights Provides Interactive Analytic Reporting for Radiology Departments
‘Concussion’ doctor Bennet Omalu resigns due to interference from sheriff
Less variability, better patient care: 3 steps to reducing radiation dose in CT exams
Using hormonal contraception leads to small increase in risk of breast cancer
RSNA in review: Radiologists ready to make the most of AI
Facing looming radiology crisis in UK, Health Secretary plans to hire 500
Q&A: What the 2018 MPFS Final Rule means for radiologists
Do you want a CT with that? Exploring the 'McDonaldization' of radiology
98% of radiology residents intend to pursue a fellowship
RSNA 2017: Are EDs utilizing breast ultrasound too often?
UCSF names new radiology chair
RSNA 2017: The advantages of using peer learning vs peer review
ACR announces 2018 gold medalists, honorary fellows, distinguished achievement recipients
FDA issues new guidance on 3D printing medical devices
RSNA 2017: Patients want improved access to images, reports, meetings with radiologists
RSNA 2017: 3 tips for writing efficient, effective radiology reports
Patient shares struggles with being claustrophobic and undergoing MRI
Novel needle technique takes optical-ultrasound guidance inside the heart
The value of happiness: Patients satisfied with care more likely to undergo a mammogram
RSNA 2017: Why radiologists should start using social media
Can RCAT programs alleviate the stress of radiology residents?
UK’s NHS radiology services under review after 20,000 X-rays go unread
N.Y. Gov. Cuomo signs 3D mammography legislation into law
RSNA 2017: 3 tips for effective leadership in radiology
Mednax reportedly fielding interest from private equity firms
Experience with DBT increases radiologists’ recall, cancer detection rates for digital mammography alone
RSNA 2017: Diversity a key contributor to excellence in radiology