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Zecotek inks supply deal for PET crystals in China

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

Photonic technologies developer Zecotek Photonics has signed an agreement to supply lutetium fine silicate (LFS) scintillation crystals for PET cameras to EBO Optoelectronics of Shanghai.

January 24, 2017

Mevion completes Fla. installation

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

Proton therapy developer Mevion Medical Systems has completed the integration of an in-room CT scanner with the company's Verity patient positioning system for the Mevion S250 proton therapy unit at UF Health Cancer Center - Orlando Health.

January 24, 2017

IBA, Nelco ink North American deal

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

Proton therapy developer Ion Beam Applications (IBA) has signed a comarketing agreement for North America with radiation shielding products firm Nelco Worldwide.

January 24, 2017

Novarad debuts channel partner program

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

RIS/PACS vendor Novarad said it has launched a channel partner program for which it is actively recruiting new partners.

January 24, 2017

Contrast ultrasound is safe, effective for pediatric patients

By Erik L. Ridley

Contrast-enhanced ultrasound is a safe and likely cost-effective imaging option for pediatric patients, often obviating the need for MRI and CT, according to a study published in the February issue of the American Journal of Roentgenology.

January 24, 2017

MedPAC sets sights on specialty reimbursement

By Kate Madden Yee

The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) is setting its sights on raising payments for primary care providers by reducing Medicare reimbursement for specialty physicians -- including radiologists.

January 24, 2017