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The Expanding Dimensions of 3D |
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by Cheryl Hall Harris |
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With the help of computers that render volumetric images in 3D, healthcare providers
can see what radiologists have viewed since the first CT and MRI scanners were invented. |
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Teleradiology Legalities |
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by Sydney Schuster |
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Teleradiology has become a valuable tool in diagnosis and patient care. However, the
technological advance also has an equally profound downside of obsolete and/or conflicting
legislation, proposed standards no one agrees on, and uncontrollable invasions of privacy. |
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Cover Story: Launching a New Service |
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by Lisa Fratt |
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Before offering a new medical imaging service, facilities need to consider market and
demographic analyses, financing, reimbursement and staffing — just to name a few
factors. In many cases, it is easier said than done. |
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Service Solutions: Interview of Emanuel Kanal, M.D. |
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by Wayne Forrest |
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Two tragic deaths last year have brought to light the need for stricter safety
procedures and policies in MR suites. Medical Imaging discussed issues and solutions with
one of the nation’s leading authorities on the topic, Emanuel Kanal, M.D., from the
University of Pittsburgh (Pa.) Medical Center. |
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Money Management |
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by Laura Gater |
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Meeting Supply and Demand: Financing and Leasing |
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