Diagnostic Imaging

Radiologists use diagnostic imaging to non-invasively look inside the body to help determine the causes of an injury or an illness, and confirm a diagnosis. Providers use many imaging modalities to do so, including CT, MRI, X-ray, Ultrasound, PET and more.

Cardiologist discusses Lp(a), the CVD risk factor responsible for many surprise heart attacks
Cardiologist Nathaniel Lebowitz, MD, reviews the latest updates in lipoprotein(a) awareness, testing and drug development.
Siemens Healthineers' partnership sets sights on point-of-care testing for athletes
On-the-field imaging helps determine if athletes can be treated effectively on-site or whether they might need to be transferred to a medical center for additional care.
Current imaging AI systems can be repurposed to address future pandemics, study asserts
Experts say these new findings represent “a significant advancement in the field of radiology."
Dynamic chest radiography could potentially replace pulmonary function tests
The X-ray technique uses continuous radiographic acquisition during respiration to assess lung function.
Community Health Systems sells ambulatory diagnostics segment to Labcorp for $194M
The all-cash deal is expected to be finalized in April 2026. With this divestment of its ambulatory labs, Tennessee-based Community Health Systems said it will be better able to focus on its core patient care business.

MRI evidence finds COVID-19 harms many areas of the brain, even in mild cases

It's the first study to compare brain scans both before and after participants were diagnosed with the novel virus.

Brain imaging insights associated with COVID-19 in spinal fluid shed light on neurological symptoms

Although the combination of specific brain MRI results and SARS-CoV-2 in the spinal fluid are rare, the findings can help as society moves into the post-pandemic era.

MLB ‘FEVER’ pitch: New MRI view changing the game for elbow injuries

Major league pitchers put a tremendous amount of stress on their arms and new imaging insights can give players a competitive advantage on their road to recovery.

7 in 10 radiologists crave unified consensus for managing incidental pancreatic findings

Additionally, a majority of rads said they would like to include follow-up recommendations in their reporting but 60% never use structured templates to do so.

One-quarter of severe COVID-19 patients retain lung problems 1 year after discharge, CT scans show

Routine respiratory follow-up and new treatment strategies will be required for those who were hospitalized with severe infection, experts noted.

Radiologists’ public service message underscores need to educate patients on COVID-19 vaccine side effects

Physicians called on imaging societies, clinicians and news media to spread awareness about vaccine-related swollen lymph nodes.

Combined imaging technique pushes field closer to standard 5-minute knee MRI exams

Parallel and simultaneous multi-slice imaging offer the most promising path to shorter knee scans, one Cleveland Clinic expert said recently.

CT data shows high rates of emphysema among marijuana users

Radiologists should take note of these findings as the drug's popularity and legalization continue to climb.

Diagnostic Imaging

Cardiologist discusses Lp(a), the CVD risk factor responsible for many surprise heart attacks

Siemens Healthineers' partnership sets sights on point-of-care testing for athletes

Current imaging AI systems can be repurposed to address future pandemics, study asserts

Dynamic chest radiography could potentially replace pulmonary function tests

Community Health Systems sells ambulatory diagnostics segment to Labcorp for $194M