Radiology

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Radiology

Top Protective Equipment Used by Radiologic Technologists

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Henry Johnson

Specialized equipment minimizes radiation exposure for radiologic technologists. Explore the roles of lead aprons, gloves, thyroid shields, and dosimeters.

Radiology

Foundation Radiology Group and ACMH Hospital Now Offering Specialized CT Lung Screening Program

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

By James W. Backstrom, MD Lung cancer screening is not a new topic.  160,000 people die in the United States ...

Events Radiology

The Advisory Board Company and Foundation Radiology Group Host Free Webinar July 19th, 2012 on Strategies to Increase Imaging Referrals

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

Achieving success in an imaging department requires an effective outreach strategy to increase volume and identify trends. Join Dr. James ...

Radiology

Radiology Safety at the Forefront of Patient Care

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

By James W. Backstrom, MD Radiology, arguably, has been one of the fastest growing but least visible areas of medicine ...

Radiology

Can Standards-Based Radiology Services Improve Quality and Control Costs?

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The Western PA Healthcare News Team

By Alison Shurell The answer is, without question, yes. As a 24-hour, high-volume service with many different types of consumers ...