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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 score 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 south central PA.

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.

$13M federal grant fuels research into imaging AI for Alzheimer's

In total, NIH has awarded the project over $30 million. Researchers are hopeful that the funding will help pave the way for more personalized treatments for Alzheimer's.

Kathryn Berlacher, MD, MS, FACC, chair of the 2026 American College of Cardiology (ACC) 2026 Scientific Sessions, and clinical director of cardiology and a women's heart and cardio-obstetrics specialist at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, explains the major trend of artificial intelligence (AI) in cardiology, the use of coronary CT angiography (CCTA) for the first time at a medical meeting to scan attendees, and the rise in hands on, guideline, business and advocacy sessions.

Impactful innovations reshape learning and technology at ACC 2026

ACC 2026 Chair Kathryn Berlacher, MD, MS, FACC, explains some of the big trend at this year's meeting, including AI, CCTA, hands-on and guideline sessions.

Lower Medicare drug costs translated into more patients taking their medications, leading to better outcomes.

Interlock claims responsibility for Kettering cyberattack, stolen data listed for sale

In a post on the dark web, well-known hacker group Interlock is offering a 941 GB trove for sale, said to contain patient financial records, driver's licenses, clinical summaries and more from Ohio-based Kettering Health.

Multiple anesthesia breathing kits recalled by FDA due to risk of death

Multiple kits manufactured by Draeger are subject to a recall and an updated set of use instructions due to the risk of cracks developing in hoses that can cause inadequate ventilation.

FDA issues Class I recall on Baxter infusion pumps after serious patient injury

An issue with Novum IQ Large Volume Pumps entering standby mode or being turned off could result in the subsequent patient infusion flowing at an inadequate rate. Baxter has supplied updated use instructions to fix the issue.

Female Medical Research Scientist Working with Brain Scans

Up to one-third of radiology researchers may be falsifying medical images prior to publishing

These actions represent "a significant threat to the integrity of radiology research," authors of a new analysis caution.

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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 score the lowest rates of career advancement, experts write in Current Problems in Diagnostic Radiology.