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FDA approves another GLP-1 pill for weight loss

The approval, made as part of a special FDA pilot program, took just 50 days.

Cardiologist was fired for speaking out about racist texts, private jet misuse, lawsuit claims

An interventional cardiologist believes he was targeted and terminated for being outspoken about a series of incidents at his hospital.

Hospital sues cardiology practice for alleged breach of contract, ending years-long partnership

The cardiovascular care of thousands of Missouri patients is suddenly up in the air. The heart of the issue is a practice's alleged interest in opening up a new private equity-backed clinic.

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Certain radiology subspecialties less likely to score promotions than others

In particular, rads working in breast imaging and pediatrics appear to notch the lowest rates of career advancement, experts write in Current Problems in Diagnostic Radiology.

Harvard economist claims imaging volumes are falling, blunting need for more radiologists

David M. Cutler, PhD, a noted researcher and professor, shared his thoughts on the specialty in an editorial published by JAMA Health Forum.

Pennsylvania private radiology practice exits ownership stake in hospital joint venture

Lancaster Radiology Associates and Penn Medicine had together owned both the MRI Group and PET Partnership, operating six centers in the Keystone State.

Radiology groups fight state proposal to expand nonphysicians’ scope of practice

Ohio Senate Bill 324 would exempt NPs and PAs from certain licensure requirements, allowing them to supervise X-ray machine operators.

GE HealthCare's latest AI recon tool earns FDA clearance

True Definition DL was designed to help produce detailed, high resolution images without protocol or workflow adjustments.

Is CT overused on patients involved in car crashes?

These exams can place an added burden on both patients and healthcare staffers, according to new research.

Gilbert Tang, MD, explains new tricuspid TEER TRILUMINATE data that now shows clinical efficacy.

Tricuspid TEER shows clinical efficacy for first time in newest TRILUMINATE data

Gilbert Tang, MD, spoke to Cardiovascular Business about late-breaking data from the TRILUMINATE IDE trial. While early results were promising, these latest findings highlight the TriClip device's true value for the first time.

Field Museum using CT scans to study mummified subjects.

Mobile CT unit helps Field Museum experts gain new insight into ancient history

Using computed tomography allows researchers to study these individuals in a more sensitive, person-centered approach.

Abbott TriClip tricuspid edge-to-edge repair (T-TEER) device shown on transesophageal echo (TEE). The device clips together the leaflets of the valve to form a better seal and reduce regurgitation without the need for open heart surgery. Photo by Dave Fornell

Cardiology societies push Medicare to pay for tricuspid TEER

Six multispecialty cardiovascular societies have called on CMS to approve Medicare payments for tricuspid transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (T-TEER).

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FDA approves another GLP-1 pill for weight loss

The approval, made as part of a special FDA pilot program, took just 50 days.