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1) First human brain images captured with 11.7T Inseult MR

Researchers hope it will yield previously unattainable information about consciousness

2) GE HealthCare's imaging CEO stepping down

Jan Makela will be leaving after more than 17 years with the company

3) Federal court issues consent decree to Philips Respironics for recall remediation

Mandate restricts production and distribution of new sleep therapy machines

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FDA: Institute of Medicine to Study Premarket Clearance Process for Medical Devices
Current activity at the FDA suggests a shift toward heavier device regulation.
Improving standard of Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Care while increasing MRI revenues

Standalone Performance AUROC curve of Bot Image's ProstatID AI Software obtained during clinical studies using retrospective Imaging and Pathology data from various MRI vendors and locations.


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A Pill a Day to Keep Cancer Away?
Scientists in Israel believe new treatments could eventually turn cancer into a chronically manageable disease. The tumor dormancy model may transform cancer care.
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Mako - a meter and a milestone
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Health Care Reform Round-Up: White House and Senate Move on the Issues
Baucus announces changes to the Mark-up; Administration focuses on insurance.
Vegetative, But Not, Perhaps, Unconscious
Ability to learn among those in vegetative states predicts likelihood of recovery, suggesting some retention of awareness.
Swine Flu News Update
CNN's Dr. Gupta had it; influenza dangerous for heart patients, Chinese students receive local vaccine; adjuvant brouhaha.
House Hearing on Medical Isotope Legislation Focuses on Molybdenum-99 Crisis
Isotope can be produced domestically without HEU and address U.S. shortage, witnesses say.
Obese Kids With Leukemia Have Higher Chemo Resistance and Relapse Rates
Obese children with leukemia have higher rates of chemotherapy resistance and higher relapse rates than thinner kids, according to recent findings published online in Cancer Research, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research.
Catheter That Reduces Contrast Media Injury Developed at Duke
Though rare, IV contrast media can sometimes result in patient injury while it is being injected during a CT scan.
FDA Releases Draft Guidance on AF Surgical Ablation Device Clinical Study Designs
Agency has recommendations for methodology and contents of study design.
CT Scans Measure Up to SPECT When it Comes to Heart Health
New study shows CT scans provide a SPECT-comparable picture of heart function while also detecting arterial narrowing.
FDA Awards $2 Million for Pediatric Device Development
Awardees will work with industry and the FDA to address unmet pediatric medical device needs.
Tiny Region of Brain Says 'Lights Out'
The potential discovery that one tiny region of the brain can induce an anesthesia-like state might pave the way for better knock out, pain relief drugs.
Even Loftiest Medical Journals Haunted by Ghostwriting
Study finds one in ten articles in respected publications fail to disclose real authors.
Mobile Clinic Finds Success in Helping At-Risk and Homeless Youth
Innovative program finds holistic methods likely to help community health costs.
Law & Order: September 2009 Edition
A medico-legal roundup from DOTmed Business News.
Underreported, Easily Overlooked: OR Fire Risk a Menace to Doctors and Patients
Fire in a theater takes on new meaning in this DOTmed Business News report.
New Guidelines Could Reduce Unneeded CT Scans in Children With Head Injuries
Doctors identify just six risk factors for brain damage after head trauma in children; could reduce number of kids exposed to cancer-causing CT radiation.
Senate Judiciary Committee Holds Hearing on Strengthening Forensic Science
Testimony examines the current problems in forensic standards.
Test Can Predict Who Will Respond to Lexapro, Wellbutrin
An experimental test can accurately predict within a week whether a particular antidepressant will be effective using brain-wave patterns on an EEG.
MRI Can Help Diagnose, Treat Diabetes
Imaging might help catch diabetes in its earliest stages, according to study.
Reform Round-Up Special Report: Sen. Baucus Reveals Health Care Plan
Bill has no public option but includes expansion and reform of insurance coverage.
Defibrillators Don't Help Women, Study Finds
A puzzling study finds the use of defibrillators in women with heart failure does not decrease their chances of sudden cardiac death. So now what?
Busy ER? Expect to Drop in the Hospital Rankings, Says Study
Having a busy ER, dealing with patients on Medicaid, could make a hospital seem riskier than it is, according to a recent study.

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Weighing risk tolerance against independent MR service options
What providers should consider when customizing maintenance contracts

For better or worse, why are hospitals such a goldmine for private equity investors?
Two federal investigations explore impact on care quality, costs, and provider finances

How AI and remote monitoring are revolutionizing MR maintenance
Three leading manufacturers on the future of service agreements

Inside one ISO's right-to-repair battle with a leading MR manufacturer
A legal dispute for our times between Philips North America and Image Technology Consulting

What will it take to usher in a digital twin era in healthcare?
Exploring the challenges and possibilities of revolutionizing medicine

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Philips and Celsion Turn Up the Heat On Cancer

A heat-activated drug and a new temperature-raising ultrasound device might offer precisely targeted cancer treatment.

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FDA OKs Blood Test for Ovarian Cancer

Test could improve survival rates by identifying which women need to see a specialist for their surgeries.

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BMES Offers New, Six-Month Warranty Program

Bio-Medical Equipment Service Co. a leading provider of world-class telemetry repair, rental and sales, is excited to announce their new plan.

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Siemens DR System Donation Benefits Children's Health Fund and Long Island Hospital

More than $285,000 in proceeds were presented to the Children's Health Fund last week after an auction for the new Siemens Ysio DR System.

Press Room

First Voice--Handling the Elements With Rugged First Aid System
September 24, 2009
ACR Image Metrix Completes Successful Second Year as Imaging CRO
September 23, 2009
GE Launches New Venue 40 Miniaturized Ultrasound Product Line
September 23, 2009
Study Offers Hope for Advancement in Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
September 23, 2009
Toshiba Introduces Next Generation CV-3D for Infinix Cardiovascular X-Ray
September 23, 2009
New Imaging Technology Emerges in the Preclinical Market Through Memorandum of Understanding Between Philips and Bruker BioSpin
September 23, 2009
Philips and Celsion Advance Development of ThermoDox and MR-Guided HIFU
September 23, 2009
September 22, 2009
Ingalls and St. Peter's Latest to Successfully Launch Siemens Soarian Clinicals
September 22, 2009
Philips Lifeline Issues Safety Alert for Lifeline Pendant Personal Help Buttons
September 21, 2009