Balancing the patient experience with high case volumes. The issue – and the opportunity – for radiologists to interact with patients was in the spotlight on day one of RSNA 19. To highlight the need for radiologists to interact with patients, RSNA President Valerie Jackson, MD,
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Can you guess the image in the X-ray? This month's “Guess the X-ray Image Challenge!” is here! We welcome radiologists, technologists, RAs, MDs, PAs – or anyone who thinks they’re up to the challenge – to guess the subject in this X-ray. Please leave your answer in the comment
Read MoreForensic imaging and a preview of RSNA 2019 are in the news. This week’s articles in Diagnostic Reading include: what’s in store at RSNA 2019; preparing yourself should you suspect a patient has been abused; medical students, radiologists have differing views of AI; brain MRIs may
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Educate yourself for the possibility of being a witness in a criminal investigation. By Dr. Michaela Davis, Winston Churchill Research Fellow, Assistant Professor UCD School of Medicine and Medical Science, and Diagnostic Radiographer Assistant. Although you might not carry the actual title of “forensic radiologist,” there
Read MoreIn the news: cost-benefit analysis of AI applications; radiographer vacancy rates on the rise. This week’s articles in Diagnostic Reading include: are today’s AI applications in radiology delivering quantifiable benefits; are nonradiologist physicians qualified to interpret images; new imaging method may help diagnose pregnancy complications; an
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Diagnostic Imaging Providers Need to be Diligent in Evaluating New Technologies Artificial intelligence (AI) in radiology has been generating significant buzz for several years, and will inevitably play a large and vital role in the future of medical imaging. But what is the cost-benefit analysis
Read MoreThis week’s articles in Diagnostic Reading include: upcoming changes to the ICD-10-CM system; how to reduce image retakes and rejection; volunteer opportunities for radiologists; suggestions on implementing a disaster recovery plan; and news on RSNA’s upcoming Case Collection publication. What radiologists need to know about
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An Everything Rad Interview with RAD-AID Volunteers Jamie and Steve Surratt. RAD-AID, founded in 2008, is an international, volunteer-driven, non-profit organization dedicated to increasing radiological availability, expertise and infrastructure around the globe –in many underserved countries that need this support the most. In today’s post, we interview
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Los estudios clínicos identifican cuándo usar la tomografía computarizada en 3D para las lesiones de pie y tobillo. Por Anish R Kadakia, MD, Hospital Northwestern Memorial Aunque la tomografía computarizada para imágenes médicas ha estado disponible durante algún tiempo, la TC 3D con carga de peso es
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Can you guess the image in the X-ray? This month's “Guess the X-ray Image Challenge!” is here! We welcome radiologists, technologists, RAs, MDs, PAs – or anyone who thinks they’re up to the challenge – to guess the subject in this X-ray. Please leave your answer in the comment
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