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Caon Medical USA ultrasound director Dan Skyba explains advances in ultrasound processing algorithms at RSNA 2025.
Canon gains FDA clearance for new ultrasound processing algorithms ahead of RSNA

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has green-lit new updates that improve microvascular flow, AI-assisted harmonic imaging and elastography, which Canon will showcase at RSNA 2025.

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‘Strongest growth in over a decade’: Heart tech helps Medtronic beat earnings expectations

The company's PFA and TAVR technologies both played key roles in the successful second quarter. In addition, Medtronic expects its place in the renal denervation market to make a major impact going forward. 

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Healthcare AI today: Noblesse oblige, European lag, inspirational leadership, more

One of the AI haves feels the pain of the AI have-nots. His discomfort is especially pronounced when he thinks about how hard it must be for financial strugglers to keep up with regulations and rumors of regulations to come.

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Pennsylvania passes bill requiring coverage for supplemental breast imaging

It's slated to become the 31st state to finalize legislation eliminating out-of-pocket costs for follow-up exams after an abnormal screening mammogram. 

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Whole-body MRI provider Function Health raises $298M, reaches $2.5B valuation

Backed by celebrities such as Matt Damon and Pedro Pascal, the Austin, Texas-based longevity firm previously expanded into imaging with the acquisition of Ezra in May. 

Radiology Partners affiliate inks in-network deal with Florida Blue

Jacksonville-based Mori, Bean and Brooks Inc. said the new agreement is retroactive to Nov. 1 and spans multiple years. 

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Radiologist sues Los Angeles County after near fatal accident

The doctor alleges the county's negligence pertaining to a crosswalk has caused serious harm to numerous individuals.  

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Emergency head CT use has more than doubled over last decade

A new analysis suggests approximately 1 out of every 10 patients presenting to the ED will complete a head CT during their visit.

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TAVR linked to stronger valve performance than SAVR in new 5-year study

TAVR is associated with a significantly lower risk of bioprosthetic valve dysfunction than SAVR, according to new data presented at CRT 2025 and simultaneously published in JACC. 

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Cardiology groups urge Congress to ‘take a stand’ after spending proposal fails to fix Medicare cuts

A new spending proposal that would extend government funding for another seven months does not address the Medicare payment cut that went into effect on Jan. 1. More than 100 healthcare groups, including the ACC, STS, SCCT and SCAI, are now voicing their disappointment. 

Medtronic's Evolut FX TAVR valve, designed with 3 golden markers that improve alignment
Self-expanding TAVR valves still linked to superior durability in patients with small annuli after 2 years

Researchers presented new two-year data from the SMART trial at CRT 2025 in Washington, D.C. Overall, self-expanding TAVR valves continue to show superior valve performance compared to balloon-expandable valves, and clinical outcomes remain comparable.

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Physicians ‘outraged’ after proposed spending package ditches doc fix

House Republicans on Saturday released a seven-month funding patch to avert a government shutdown, adding billions for deportations, veterans' healthcare and the military.

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Radiology Business
Canon gains FDA clearance for new ultrasound processing algorithms ahead of RSNA

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has green-lit new updates that improve microvascular flow, AI-assisted harmonic imaging and elastography, which Canon will showcase at RSNA 2025.

Cardiovascular Business
‘Strongest growth in over a decade’: Heart tech helps Medtronic beat earnings expectations

The company's PFA and TAVR technologies both played key roles in the successful second quarter. In addition, Medtronic expects its place in the renal denervation market to make a major impact going forward. 

AI in Healthcare
Healthcare AI today: Noblesse oblige, European lag, inspirational leadership, more

One of the AI haves feels the pain of the AI have-nots. His discomfort is especially pronounced when he thinks about how hard it must be for financial strugglers to keep up with regulations and rumors of regulations to come.

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