Medical Imaging

Physicians utilize medical imaging to see inside the body to diagnose and treat patients. This includes computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), X-ray, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, angiography, and the nuclear imaging modalities of PET and SPECT.

Rural hospitals band together to offer MRI services
Five Northern California critical access hospitals are banding together to share a mobile MRI unit across three counties.
FDA grants De Novo marketing authorization for at-home prenatal ultrasound
Women's health experts are calling the approval a "long-awaited leap forward" for obstetrical care.
MRI recall update: New guidance on issue prompting FDA Class 1 safety warning
Concerns pertain to the systems’ venting paths, but certain functions within their operating suite, manufactured by IMRIS Imaging Inc., could trigger an adverse event within the scanner itself.
45% of seniors report longer wait times for care than 1 year ago, new RBMA survey finds
About 60% of those experiencing delays said they’ve struggled to find doctors who accept Medicare, the Radiology Business Management Association reports.
Radiologists remain dominant specialty for key clot-busting procedure, with opportunity for expansion
Cardiologists recorded the biggest overall uptick in claims at roughly 185%, according to research published Thursday in the Journal of the American College of Radiology.

Dan Budoff explains use of CCTA to track coronary disease plaque progression

CCTA shows colchicine's impact on atherosclerosis progression

Matthew Budoff, MD, detailed new data highlighting CCTA's value when it comes to tracking the progression of coronary atherosclerosis.

MRI biomarkers could signal early onset of Parkinson's.

Experts identify MRI biomarkers that could signal the early onset of Parkinson's

Using one of the most powerful MRI scanners to date, researchers believe they have identified subtle neural changes in the brain that precede Parkinson’s disease.

Most women have yet to form an opinion about breast imaging AI

In a nationwide survey of 3,500 patients, those with higher electronic health literacy, educational attainment or of a younger age were “significantly” likelier to see AI as beneficial.

Oklahoma governor vetoes bill requiring coverage for supplemental breast imaging

"This legislation imposes new and costly insurance mandates on private health plans that will ultimately raise insurance premiums for working families and small businesses," said Gov. J. Kevin Stitt.

Interventional radiologist radiology IR genicular artery embolization surgery

New data highlight 'critical' need to raise awareness about interventional radiology offerings

The specialty has seen significant growth in recent years, but a new analysis suggests that IR knowledge is still relatively limited outside the U.S.

Tariffs not enough to make Siemens Healthineers move production or raise prices—yet

The imaging manufacturer expects to spend between $227 million and $340 million on tariff mitigation efforts, leaders said Wednesday.

ACR updates guidance for managing and preventing contrast media reactions

The new recommendations address discordance between the college and other organizations’ prior guidelines on the use of premedication.

Lantheus announces plans to divest SPECT imaging business

Janesville, Wisconsin-based nuclear fusion firm Shine Technologies is the buyer, issuing an upfront cash payment under terms of the deal.

Medical Imaging

Rural hospitals band together to offer MRI services

FDA grants De Novo marketing authorization for at-home prenatal ultrasound

MRI recall update: New guidance on issue prompting FDA Class 1 safety warning

45% of seniors report longer wait times for care than 1 year ago, new RBMA survey finds

Radiologists remain dominant specialty for key clot-busting procedure, with opportunity for expansion