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Imaging Trends Tell the Story. Now’s the Time to GROW! With Us

In the evolving landscape of medical imaging, the data speaks volumes. And if you’re listening, it’s clear: the future is advanced imaging, and the time to level up your career is now. Let’s take a closer look at what the certification trends from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) tell us, and why the GROW! Fellowship through the AHEC Foundation is more important than … Continue reading Imaging Trends Tell the Story. Now’s the Time to GROW! With Us

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Night Shift Coverage: Teleradiology versus the Onsite Radiologist

The Critical Role of Radiology in Patient Care Radiology is the branch of medicine that utilizes imaging technology to diagnose and treat diseases with X-ray (XR), computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance (MR) imaging, nuclear medicine (NM), positron emission tomography (PET), ultrasound (US), and interventional radiology (IR). Physicians who have specialized training in radiology are known as radiologists. The radiologist reviews the medical images, interprets the … Continue reading Night Shift Coverage: Teleradiology versus the Onsite Radiologist

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Cross-Training into CT: Why Now Is the Time to Level Up Your Imaging Career

As the world of medical imaging continues to evolve, Computed Tomography (CT) stands out as one of the fastest-growing and most in-demand specialties. For radiologic technologists seeking to grow their skill set, improve patient care, and boost career mobility, cross-training into CT is a smart and strategic move. Whether you’re a Radiologic Technologist (RT), a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, or a Radiation Therapist, adding CT to … Continue reading Cross-Training into CT: Why Now Is the Time to Level Up Your Imaging Career

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The View from the Other Side: A Healthcare Professional’s Reflection

As I sit with my mother-in-law in her final days, I think about the care she has received from healthcare professionals along the way. She had many radiographs and scans completed, and each and every time, she would ask if the technologist had me as their instructor and, if so, proudly listen as they spoke of our time together. Mom would then tell me how … Continue reading The View from the Other Side: A Healthcare Professional’s Reflection

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Rise of the Digital Doctor: Microsoft Unveils AI That Diagnoses Patients Four Times More Accurately Than Human Physicians

In a development that could reshape the landscape of medical diagnostics, Microsoft announced a new artificial intelligence system that has demonstrated a remarkable ability to diagnose complex medical cases with significantly higher accuracy than human doctors. The new system, dubbed the Microsoft AI Diagnostic Orchestrator (MAI-DxO), correctly diagnosed challenging patient cases a staggering four times more accurately than a panel of experienced physicians. The groundbreaking … Continue reading Rise of the Digital Doctor: Microsoft Unveils AI That Diagnoses Patients Four Times More Accurately Than Human Physicians

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Cracking the Code: How TBS and FRAX Complete the DXA Picture

Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) continues to be the gold standard for evaluating bone mineral density (BMD), a key component of bone strength. But while DXA provides critical insight, its focus on bone density alone can sometimes fall short in predicting who will experience a fracture. In fact, many suffer fractures despite having BMD values above the osteoporosis threshold. To fill this gap, clinicians now rely … Continue reading Cracking the Code: How TBS and FRAX Complete the DXA Picture

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What Medical Imaging Technologists Really Want: Insights from Our Recent Polls 

Over the past week, we turned to our community of medical imaging professionals with two important questions:  Your responses were loud and clear—and they tell a powerful story about the evolving needs and priorities of imaging professionals in today’s healthcare landscape.  Poll 1: What’s the Best Way to Appreciate Medical Imaging Technologists?  It’s no surprise that higher pay took the lead. Compensation is a reflection … Continue reading What Medical Imaging Technologists Really Want: Insights from Our Recent Polls 

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