Quality

The focus of quality improvement in healthcare is to bolster performance and processes related to diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Leaders in this space also ensure the proper selection of imaging exams and procedures, and monitor the safety of services, among other duties. Reimbursement programs such as the Merit-based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) utilize financial incentives to improve quality. This also includes setting and maintaining care quality initiatives, such as the requirements set by the Joint Commission.

Applicants cite potential happiness as No. 1 factor when ranking IR residencies

Perceived happiness of existing residents and faculty, job placement of recent grads and interaction with current trainees are among the most important factors to radiology residency applicants when ranking their program choices for the NRMP, according to a report published this week in Academic Radiology.

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Virtual morning rounds encourage collaboration between radiologists, other providers

An immersive video conference between radiologists and ICU clinicians could facilitate relationships between doctors who haven’t been connected for a decade and boost quality of care in both departments, a group of Philadelphia physicians reported this summer in the Journal of the American College of Radiology. 

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Why consultant radiology technologists need a better job description

The lack of a solid framework or job description for consultant radiology technologists in the U.K. is jeopardizing the profession, according to research published in Radiography this month. It’s also resulting in a generation of consultants who are ill-prepared for their roles.

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What radiologists can learn about hospitality from a hotel staffer

Imagers could learn a thing or two about hospitality from the hotel industry, Marriott International Global Officer Brian King wrote in the Journal of the American College of Radiology this month—and artificial intelligence (AI) could have a significant role in advancing customer service in both fields.

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Clinical decision-making tool could reduce low-risk CTs by 34%

A decision instrument developed by researchers at the University of California aims to aid physicians with clinical decision-making while reducing pediatric CTs by up to 34 percent, according to work published in the July issue of Academic Emergency Medicine.

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Forefoot running vs. rearfoot running: Which style is better for joint health?

Does a person’s running style affect joint health? Is one approach better for fending off osteoarthritis than the other?

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Research is essential to radiology residencies—but do trainees have the time for it?

Research is a fundamental component of any radiology residency, but residents are struggling to find adequate time, interest or faculty mentorship to complete the requirement, a group of doctors reported this month in the Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal. 

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Interventional radiologists keeping radiation exposure to a minimum

Interventional radiology procedures are exposing patients to less radiation than in the past, according to a new study published by the Journal of the American College of Radiology.