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.

AMA continues fight against scope of practice creep
The American Medical Association had 180 scope of practice victories around the country, opposing incidents of groups practicing medicine without the proper background and training. However, its efforts to clamp down are being challenged.
Statin use may protect patients from subarachnoid hemorrhages
Statins appear to be the most impactful for patients diagnosed with hypertension or cerebrovascular disease.
Early occlusion after CABG much more likely for female patients
Care teams should be aware of this difference, even using CT images when possible to look for signs of any potential issues.
Medical malpractice lawsuits are rare in sports cardiology—but they can cost providers millions
When doctors are accused of mishandling the heart health of a young athlete, it occasionally ends up being settled in a courtroom.
AMA trustee says the U.S. healthcare system is in a state of crisis
“We are in a crisis with healthcare research, administrative burdens, and with payment. Access for our patients is hurt," said American Medical Association (AMA) Board of Trustees member Scott Ferguson, MD, FACR.

A new study suggests not delaying mammograms due to getting a COVID vaccine because cancers may go un detected. The RSNA study showed several examples of swollen lymph nodes that appeared to be from the vaccine, but turned out to be cancers.

Q&A: Should COVID vaccinated patients delay getting breast imaging — new study says no

The lead authors of a new study, Stacey Wolfson, MD, and Beatriu Reig, MD, from the Department of Radiology, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, say women should not delay breast imaging if they recently received the COVID vaccine or a booster.

Prominent imaging society advocates for 5 changes following CMS amyloid PET payment decision

SNMMI is fighting for expanded coverage for amyloid PET, including broadening accepted sites of service, among other changes.

Major pharmacy group criticizes FTC decision on PBMs

FTC failed to reach a consensus on a study looking into PBM practices.

MindMaze secures $105 million to expand commercial growth

The financing was led by Concord Health Partners in conjunction with AlbaCore Capital Group and London-based Hambro Perks.

RSNA and SIIM announce return of imaging informatics course

In a statement released Wednesday, RSNA announced the return of NIIC-RAD, which provides education and training modules on the fundamentals of informatics.

DOJ reportedly prepping lawsuit to block UnitedHealth’s acquisition of Change Healthcare

The blockbuster $13 billion deal has been in the works for more than a year, with healthcare giant UHG hoping to fold change into its Optum business line.

COVID-19 vaccine associated myocarditis on short-axis 1.5T MRI images of a 19-year-old man who presented with chest pain three days following the second dose of an mRNA COVID-19 vaccine.

Cardiac MRI sheds new light on vaccine-related myocarditis

Vaccine-associated myocarditis shows an injury pattern on cardiac MRI similar to other causes of myocarditis, but abnormalities are less severe.

American College of Cardiology announces new industry framework for developing cardiovascular solutions

The document, available in full for free, is the result of a collaboration with the Consumer Technology Association.

Professional Associations

AMA continues fight against scope of practice creep

Statin use may protect patients from subarachnoid hemorrhages

Early occlusion after CABG much more likely for female patients

Medical malpractice lawsuits are rare in sports cardiology—but they can cost providers millions

AMA trustee says the U.S. healthcare system is in a state of crisis