Over the past several years, technological advancements have driven the development of more precise and targeted radiation therapy techniques, improved treatment outcomes and minimizing side effects. The market trend is moving toward advanced radiation therapy techniques, such as intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT) and proton therapy, all…
Setting the stage for the immense amount of discussion and insights on artificial intelligence (AI) during the 109th Radiological Society of North America Scientific Sessions and Annual Meeting (RSNA23), one of the first sessions brought high-level human intelligence to a crowded room of attendees, including myself, eager to learn the latest. Presenting on “AI in…
Playing sports is good for all ages: it helps participants stay in shape, learn how to organize their time, and help build relationships with peers. However, sports can be dangerous. In fact, a 2023 study found that approximately 5.2 million sports injuries occurred in high school athletes in the US. * No athlete goes into…
January 15, 2024 — The American College of Radiology (ACR) named Dana H. Smetherman, MD, MPH, MBA, FACR, as its CEO effective July 1. A diagnostic radiologist specializing in breast imaging, Dr. Smetherman is chair of the Department of Radiology and Associate Medical Director for Medical Specialties at the Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans and a past member of…
January 15, 2024 — MRI simulation software leader ScanLabMR announced the release of UltraLab, a breakthrough software feature that combines two previously separated concepts: image contrast and spatial resolution, into one interface. The UltraLab interface also brings together radiofrequency (RF) and scan time elements within Gradient Echo, Spin Echo and Fast Spin echo pulse sequences. For ScanLabMR’s educational…
January 15, 2024 — After fulfilling all regulatory requirements, the KA Imaging Premium Dual-Energy Mobile System, Reveal Mobi Pro, is now available for sale in the United States. This product is a collaboration with UMG/Del Medical. The Reveal Mobi Pro integrates KA Imaging’s Reveal 35C detector with SpectralDR technology into a complete mobile X-ray solution. Reveal’s ability to…
Coherent Market Insights has recently published a report, titled, Artificial Intelligence in Oncology Market, By Component (Software/Platform, Hardware, Services), By Cancer Type (Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Brain Tumor, and Others), By Treatment Type (Chemotherapy, Radiotherapy, Immunotherapy, and Others), By End User: ): Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2024-2031”. According to the…
January 12, 2024 — RefleXion Medical, Inc., a therapeutic oncology company, announced that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has established a national payment rate for RefleXion’s SCINTIX biology-guided radiotherapy using CMS’ New Technology (NT) Ambulatory Payment Classification (APC) pathway. This pathway is reserved for novel procedures that are not represented in the existing reimbursement claims…
January 12, 2024 — NeuroLogica Corp. announced its OmniTom Elite PCD has received an Innovative Technology designation from Vizient, Inc., the largest provider-driven healthcare performance improvement company in the country. NeuroLogica Corp. exhibited OmniTom Elite PCD at the Vizient Innovative Technology Exchange on Oct. 17 in Dallas. Each year, healthcare experts serving on Vizient customer-led councils review select…