Precision Medicine

Also called personalized medicine, this evolving field makes use of an individual’s genes, lifestyle, environment and other factors to identify unique disease risks and guide treatment decision-making.
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Research demonstrates use of magnets to thin blood

Investigators have reportedly developed a method to thin blood by subjecting it to a magnetic field, according to a recent study at Temple University. Researchers tout the discovery as a possible future alternative to blood thinners such as aspirin.

MedSolutions program addresses misdiagnosis

The Premerus Diagnostic Accuracy program, offered by MedSolutions, provides health plans and members a solution to misdiagnosis, according to the organization, by utilizing clinical technology to connect patients with diagnostic specialists.

Study: MRI reveals brain differences for violent criminals

Structural MRI has revealed that individuals with violent criminal histories have larger gray matter volumes in the brain, while previous drug users show smaller volumes in other brain regions, compared with healthy individuals, firming up a growing link between biology and social behavior, according to a study published online June 6 in Archives of General Psychiatry.

MedPro Imaging adds 4D transducer repair capabilities

MedPro Imagings Advanced Probe Repair Division has added 4D transducer repair capabilities, featuring proprietary computer-based technology and processes.

SIIM: Siemens showcases mobile syngo technology

Siemens Healthcare demonstrated a range of clinical and mobile imaging IT systems as part of its syngo suite at the annual meeting of the Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine (SIIM), June 2 through 5, in Washington, D.C.

Study: EHR, paper workarounds may lead to efficiencies

Workarounds identified during the outpatient consultation management process, first studied two years ago, continue to challenge EHR-based ambulatory consultation systems, according to a study in the July 2011 issue of the International Journal of Medical Informatics. 

CSC: Telemedicine could answer healthcare challenges

As global healthcare reform continues to change approaches to providing quality care, research has shown that implementing telemedicine models in the hospital setting can achieve desirable results. In a recent report, Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC) outlined ways in which the technology is addressing healthcare challenges, as well as telemedicines barriers and recommendations for overcoming them.

SIIM: Quantitative imaginga grand opportunity

WASHINGTON, D.C.Quantitative imaging offers a grand opportunity for radiology. However, key prerequisites including systems to support development and integration into clinical workflow are required, according to the Quantitative Imaging session June 4 at the annual meeting of the Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine (SIIM).

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Heart Rhythm Society President Kenneth A. Ellenbogen, MD, detailed a new advocacy group focused on improving EP reimbursements, patient care and access. “If you’re not at the table, you’re on the menu," he said.