Professional Associations

This page includes news coverage of medical associations and medical societies. Use these links to find focused news coverage from specific organizations: Cardiology Associations, Healthcare Associations, Radiology Associations.

The future of MRI is helium-free

The healthcare industry accounts for close to 30% of global helium consumption, with MRI equipment needs accounting for a significant portion of that figure.

doctor telehealth computer screen

Accessibility emerged as a prominent theme during RSNA 2025

Remote scanning, mobile operations and telehealth logistics were among some of the week’s most talked about topics. 

scanner money radiology dollar MRI CT payment compensation

Funding-related barriers preventing many radiology residency programs from expanding

According to data presented at RSNA, the capacity to expand prgrams exists, but the funds do not.

heart doctors and surgeons working together. top cardiology hospitals in the United States.

Interventional cardiology groups unite to push the specialty forward

SCAI and CRT have announced a new partnership focused on education, advocacy and research.

SavvyWire OpSens TAVR guidewire owned by Haemonetics

3-in-1 TAVR guidewire linked to faster procedures, less radiation

The sensor-guided device delivers continuous hemodynamic measurements and rapid left ventricular pacing during TAVR procedures. Back in 2023, it was at the heart of a $253 million acquisition. 

Ultrasound is both the prevention and solution for cosmetic filler-related injuries

When fillers are injected without imaging guidance, there is a risk that the materials could be misplaced. A common complication of this scenario is vascular occlusion, which occurs when filler is injected in a way that disrupts bloodflow to arteries. 

Siemens Healthineers software Syngo.CT Coronary Cockpit

Siemens Healthineers unveils new AI-powered CCTA software

The new software, announced at RSNA 2025 in Chicago, was built to evaluate CCTA images for signs of coronary artery disease and improve cath lab efficiency. 

NYC nurses union

Nurses back on the march against AI in healthcare

The nationwide movement of nurses against AI has received an energy infusion.