With existing scheduling backlogs, radiology technologists are feeling the pressure to move fast. While patient volumes have swelled, staffing challenges have left a less-than-optimal workforce with a bigger workload. A critical element of care can suffer on account of this pressure: patient communication. Effective patient communication is already a topic of concern in radiology. While there's a case for providing more training opportunities to support good patient communication, there's also a conversation to have about how the equipment used by a facility can impact patient com ..read more

Industry’s strongest gradients on a clinically available 3T MR scanner Enables clinicians to see smaller structures and capture images faster New features address major obstacles for scientific community, can advance research Siemens Healthineers has announced the Food and Drug Administration clearance of the MAGNETOM Cima.X 3 Tesla (3T) magnetic resonance imaging whole-body scanner. It possesses the strongest-ever gradient system for a clinically released whole-body MR scanner, making smaller structures in the body visible, and capturing images faster than previous MR scanners. Addi ..read more

Affordable for wide range of healthcare facilities Embedded AI and user assistance features deliver workflow efficiencies Improved cooling system and more efficient power consumption Siemens Healthineers has announced the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance of the SOMATOM Pro.Pulse, a dual-source computed tomography scanner designed to be more affordable for a wide range of healthcare facilities, including outpatient diagnostic centers. The scanner combines the power and speed of dual-source CT technology—two X-ray tubes and two detectors—with embedded artificial intelligence and ..read more

Last August, Field Service Engineer Duane Losh celebrated 35 years of dedicated service. As one of Cassling’s longest-tenured employees, Duane is a true pioneer of “The Cassling Way” and an embodiment of the organization’s culture. These qualities made Duane an ideal recipient of the 2024 Bob Cassling Service Excellence Award. The award, created in 2015, recognizes employees who go above and beyond in exemplifying the organization’s culture and commitment to providing world-class service. Established in memory of our founder, Bob Cassling, it is a fitting honor for Duane, who keeps Bob’s me ..read more

Industry-best 178-ps time of flight for better lesion detection, anatomical detail 20% performance improvement boosts throughput Siemens Healthineers has announced the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance of the Biograph Vision.X™¹, a positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) scanner with a time of flight (TOF) of 178 picoseconds (ps)—the industry’s fastest TOF.² The next-generation system builds on the established performance of the Biograph Vision family of scanners ..read more

Fluoroscopy-guided procedures are the leading source of occupational ionizing radiation exposure for electrophysiologic (EP) personnel. High cumulative doses of X-ray radiation might increase the risk for malignancies, early development of cataracts and orthopedic problems due to the heavy weight of lead aprons. Reducing high scatter radiation exposure during medical procedures is the principal task of many professional societies and advisory groups. Radiaction is one potential solution. A recent clinical study evaluated the efficacy of the Radiaction Shielding System (RSS), designed to provi ..read more

Cancelled appointments are an inevitable part of a radiology department's — and a hospital's — operations, as shown in anMGMA Stat poll. Looking at this through the lens of financial health, this increase in no-shows translates into a big profit hit for radiology. It's more than the loss of revenue from delivered services — it's also a matter of underutilization of resources ..read more

In 2023, Cassling provided nearly 5,000 free Continuing Education credits to imaging professionals around the country. Omaha, Neb. (February 6, 2024) – Cassling, a family-owned company providing hospital providers of all sizes with imaging and therapeutic technology, services and solutions, is excited to announce the 20th anniversary of its nationwide Continuing Education program, Investing In You. The program offers opportunities for radiologic technologists and sonographers to learn about the latest industry trends and meet their yearly certification requirements free of charge. “It’s ex ..read more

Powerful, cost-effective system configurable for all clinical needs  AI-powered applications optimize efficiency  Ideal for emerging markets and smaller healthcare centers  Siemens Healthineers has introduced the ACUSON Maple, a powerful, versatile, and affordable ultrasound system that enables rapid diagnosis and assessment in all clinical settings. Artificial intelligence (AI)-powered features optimize everyday clinical performance for users of all skill levels ..read more

As we head into the New Year, we’re starting to see some very positive trends in healthcare. Staffing within the healthcare space has roared back, outpacing basically every other industry. Drug prices continue to weigh on the average consumer, but new rules and negotiation policy have sought to bring some of those down. Life expectancy in the United States has actually experienced an uptick, and the advent of new technologies in even the most cost-effective imaging systems has led hospitals to upgrade and provide a better experience for their patients. We recently sat down with some of the ..read more