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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.

Aakriti Gupta, MD, Cedars-Sinai, explains use of cerebral embolic protection devices in TAVR

An updated look at the use of cerebral embolic protection devices during TAVR

Cardiologist Aakriti Gupta, MD, MSc, spoke to Cardiovascular Business about the latest data and trends associated with using cerebral embolic protection devices during TAVR to lower the risk of stroke.

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AI leader Heartflow enters new era focused on delivering personalized care for CAD patients

The company's AI-powered CCTA assessments have already been used to help manage more than 400,000 heart patients around the world.

SimonMed Imaging failed to protect patient information before ransomware attack, class action lawsuit claims

Maricopa County, Arizona, resident Rosemary Hamermaster and others are seeking a jury trial and damages of more than $5 million.

Imaging startup Ezra hopes to launch 15-minute, $500 whole-body MRI by 2026

The New York-based healthcare AI firm has scored U.S. Food and Drug Administration clearance for its Ezra Flash, a class 2 medical device.

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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.