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Harnessing technology, training to make the most of FFDM

By Shalmali Pal

The first results of the Digital Mammographic Imaging Screening Trial (DMIST) trial may be in, but breast imaging specialists aren't resting on their laurels. While a group from Texas forges ahead on improving full-field digital mammography (FFDM) systems from a technical standpoint, the RSNA is looking to help readers brush up on their interpretive skills using this new technology.

October 2, 2005

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Siemens unveils Web-based CE program

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

Siemens Medical Solutions said it has developed a Web-based e-learning program comprised of self-administered tutorial courses that focus on disease-centric segments including cardiology, oncology, neurology, and women's health.

September 26, 2005

Interventional Radiology: A Survival Guide

Interventional Radiology: A Survival Guide is great book for someone who is looking for an introduction to theory, interventional terminology, as well as practical usage information.

September 21, 2005

ECR offers molecular imaging grant

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

The European Congress of Radiology (ECR) has announced the availability of a molecular imaging scholarship grant sponsored through the ECR/European Association of Radiology (EAR) research and education fund.

September 20, 2005

Practical Radiography: Principles and Applications

Author Peter Hertrich states that his goal is to "provide X-ray technologists, radiologists, service technicians, developers and sales engineers with a unique and comprehensive introduction to radiographic procedures and applications." Unfortunately, the book falls short of that goal.

September 19, 2005

AFIP wins reprieve from closure

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

The Walter Reed Army Medical Center will be shutting its doors, but the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology (AFIP) program will continue.

September 6, 2005

RadPath program stays course as military bases close

By Shalmali Pal

The fate of the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology (AFIP) remains uncertain in the wake of the latest news on U.S. military base closings, but the radiology program will continue, according to an AFIP source.

August 23, 2005

Interpreting Chest X-Rays

The authors mention that it is targeted to fourth-year medical students and residents, but it is not appropriate for either of these groups.

August 15, 2005

MQSA Made Easy, Understanding and Implementing the Facility-Based Final Regulations

MQSA Made Easy is a quick, accurate, thorough, and easily understood way to access the information necessary to remain in compliance with regulatory requirements.

August 7, 2005

Siemens makes $1.5 million donation

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

Siemens Medical Solutions has pledged $1.5 million to support the Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation's Clinical Investigator Award.

July 25, 2005

Internal audits, nighthawk attendings enrich residency experience

By Shalmali Pal

Self-policing is the most effective way for a residency program to keep on the good side of the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), according to an article in the July Journal of the American College of Radiology. A second JACR article examines the delicate balance between providing optimal patient care while still giving residents a chance to learn.

July 19, 2005

CT of the Heart: Principles and Applications

The strength of the book is the quality of images. However, many readers may be scared off by the book's emphasis on technical issues versus clinical ones.

June 30, 2005

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