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Radiologist-AI combo has highest potential to improve pulmonary embolism detection, experts charge

In new Neiman Health Policy Institute research, scientists explored the use of artificial intelligence to aid in diagnosing PE on CTPA, with “AI-informed radiologists" scoring high marks.

Solis Mammography opens 4 new imaging centers

The Towerbrook Capital-backed breast imaging provider announced the latest openings on May 11, with new centers in Houston and Doylestown, Pennsylvania.

82% of radiologists and other physicians now employed by corporate entities

This leaves only about 18% of docs practicing in physician-owned settings as of Jan. 1, with corporations employing an additional 48,000-plus docs over the past two years.

Are White men victims of their own top-dog status? Equity researchers eye provocative hypothesis through lens of health and wellbeing

Conventional wisdom holds that social standing and economic stability tend to manifest as long life, good health and optimal wellbeing. In the U.S., the subpopulation holding the most such power and footing is White men. So: What has happened to this demographic?

State health authorities investigating radiology group's handling of fatal MRI incident

The patient was reportedly having difficulty breathing before the scan started but signaled to technologists that he was doing OK once it began.

Diaphragmatic dome height could inform lung cancer surgery outcomes

Simple measurement from routine X-rays accurately predicts post-op lung cancer outcomes

For the first time, research has identified diaphragmatic dome height measured on chest X-rays as an indicator of what patients’ post-op recovery will look like following surgery for cancer or other lung disorders.

Consolidation of physician practices proceeds apace, corporatizing medicine one acquisition at a time

The days when most doctors worked in independent practice settings are fading from memory like old photoprints in a dog-eared scrapbook.

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AI uses 12-lead ECGs to predict long-term stroke risk

Stroke is still a leading cause of death all over the world. A new AI model showed early potential to anticipate such adverse outcomes up to a decade in advance, ensuring high-risk patients receive the care they need.

Black medical students have little interest in cardiothoracic surgery

Medical students pointed to a lack of experience with cardiothoracic surgery as a primary reason for their lack of interest. In addition, many believe they may encounter a bias against Black trainees if they got involved in the specialty.

Radiologists say tax provision in reconciliation bill will harm private practices

“The effect will be a ‘double tax’ on small medical practices, without the protections enjoyed by other small businesses or corporations,” the Society of Interventional Radiology says.

ChatGPT large language models radiology health care

ChatGPT excels at assessing breast pain symptoms, deciding if patients require imaging

This task could potentially be performed by a member of the radiology scheduling team with oversight by a clinical nurse navigator.

Private equity firm Stonepeak reportedly walks away from $1.9B radiology group acquisition

Previous reports claimed the New York-based investment firm was "inches" from buying I-MED Radiology, but talks have now stalled.

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Radiologist-AI combo has highest potential to improve pulmonary embolism detection, experts charge

In new Neiman Health Policy Institute research, scientists explored the use of artificial intelligence to aid in diagnosing PE on CTPA, with “AI-informed radiologists" scoring high marks.

Radiology Business

Solis Mammography opens 4 new imaging centers

The Towerbrook Capital-backed breast imaging provider announced the latest openings on May 11, with new centers in Houston and Doylestown, Pennsylvania.

Radiology Business

82% of radiologists and other physicians now employed by corporate entities

This leaves only about 18% of docs practicing in physician-owned settings as of Jan. 1, with corporations employing an additional 48,000-plus docs over the past two years.