“This case highlights why academic radiology departments should proactively educate their faculty, trainees, and staff," two experts urged. 

The specialty is experiencing increasing rates of burnout, pushing radiologists to reduce their hours or resign altogether, Ian A. Weissman, DO, noted. 

Female patients and those with public insurance plans were much more likely than others to witness delays of 10 days or more, according to new research.

"We strongly urge the departments to establish and enforce penalties for noncompliance," ACR CEO William Thorwarth, MD, wrote to the administration.

Daniel Howell will steer the strategic direction of the Columbus-based company's 50 sites across Ohio and Wisconsin. 

Experts underlined the importance of radiologist-patient communication, which can include building rapport, clear descriptions of procedures and taking time for questions. 

Harbingers of an unsuccessful M&A deal can include decreased productivity and work quality, along with squabbling between coworkers or frequent sick days. 

Employing a "silver squad" of former physicians to decompress work lists should be a "strong consideration" for any practice, one expert argued.