Archive for September 2019
Reduction in patients length of stay in hospitals as a result of timely follow up of radiology studies
As the transition towards value-based imaging continues, today’s radiologists face new challenges. Besides closely supervising and improving clinical quality to ensure each patient’s safety, radiologists are also tasked with evaluating patient results and reporting on outcome measures: Meanwhile, despite all these additional tasks, the radiologist must continue to optimize his or her own productivity level…
Read MoreA Primer on Consolidation in the Radiology Industry With Private Equity
The radiology industry continues to undergo a consolidation process, putting more power in the hands of private equity firms. According to a 2018 presentation to the American College of Radiology, private practice radiology groups were organized as radiologist-owned partnerships. However, recent years reveal a strong increase in the incidence of mergers and acquisitions on a national…
Read MoreHow Artificial Intelligence is Improving Radiology Workflows
Modern computing technology has improved efficiency in radiology in the same ways that it has in many fields. But many experts expected the benefits of IT on radiology to plateau. But now, the advent of real Artificial Intelligence is breaking down anticipated roadblocks, offering major improvements in the efficiency, quantity, and quality of the work…
Read MoreVirtual Reality in Radiology
Virtual reality (VR) refers to a computer-generated simulation of a near-to-real-life experience that is created using an interactive three-dimensional (3D) image or environment. VR fools the senses by eliminating distractions from the outside world, which provides the user with an immersive experience. Radiology departments are exploring the use of virtual reality in clinical care and…
Read MoreRadiologists are Earning More in 2019
If you’re in radiology or are considering it as a career, we’ve got some exciting news. Radiologists are earning more in 2019. A national annual average of $419,500. That’s a 4% increase from 2018. This year’s average wage increase for radiologists moves the profession up. It’s now the number five spot next to other top…
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