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Introduction As remote diagnostic work becomes increasingly common, radiologists performing mammography reads from home must replicate the image quality and environmental control of clinical workstations.

Progress in medical science can be painful.  It’s no joke.  Technology such as PACS and digital imaging can cause repetitive strain injuries for radiologists.  And

Mobile radiology imaging services mean that certified technologists and radiologists travel to a medical facility, residence, or place of business with any equipment needed to

Scintillators, nanophotonic scintillators, nanophotonics, and HiP-CT are just a few of the new terms you will hear when discussing new developments in X-ray imaging. All

The types and number of imaging data handled by hospitals are increasing as we witness improvements in medical technology.  This is having an impact on

Point of Care Technology (POCT or POC), also referred to as Point of Care Testing, has significantly impacted medical care over the past 40 years. 

DICOM stands for Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine. It is an internationally standardized protocol for managing and transmitting images with related data.  It ensures

Surgical monitors and ER monitors provide high quality images that facilitate your ability to successfully perform surgeries and procedures. A quality monitor allows you to

Diagnostic Imaging Systems are a vital component of clinical decision-making, and they are commonly used in many hospitals and health centers. Imaging provides physicians a

No Surprises Act Summary & Key Factors What is the No Surprises Act in Radiology? When treated by facilities or physicians outside their insurance network 

Why Human-Computer Interaction in Radiology? Focus on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) in the field of radiology has increased significantly over the years.  It is now common

Radiology reporting online has become a primary means of communicating results of radiology imaging.  As this change has evolved, the requirement for immediate availability of

As medical offices work to increase patient satisfaction while reducing costs, employee injuries, and sick time, their workplaces’ physical, cognitive and organizational ergonomics are crucial

Interventional radiology (IR) is a medical sub-specialty of radiology that performs minimally-invasive procedures with the aid of medical imaging devices to diagnose and treat diseases

Double Black Imaging Medical Monitors FAQs When it comes to improving quality of life, no industry has made advances matching those in medical technology. Compared

Professionals in interventional radiology perform medical imaging during various minimally-invasive procedures such as X-ray fluoroscopy, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, or ultrasounds. These imaging tests

During the past decade, and especially with the new normal, the medical model has shifted to focus on patient-centered care. Patient-centered care (PCC) is at

Mobile medical imaging is gaining increasing momentum in the medical field.  This cost-effective service helps patients get an early diagnosis from medical facilities, homes, or

Artificial intelligence has revolutionized the way the medical industry approaches decision-making. Data collected by AI affords healthcare workers and scientists detailed insights and efficient tools

Load balancing, or equitable distribution of radiology workflow, has been a longstanding and widely disputed issue in radiology stemming back to the pre-PACS era. Unequal

Showing radiology practice valuation is easier said than done. That is because the term “value” has different meanings to the different stakeholders involved. Insurance providers

The evolution of MRI safety in radiology has become more challenging than ever for radiologists, MR technologists, and referring physicians. As Sammet explains” The increasing

Since the widespread emergence of COVID-19 in North America in early 2020, online radiology reading from home (also known as teleradiology) has seen a surge

Tax time will be here before you know it. Now is a good time to start pulling together your business expenses and documentation from this

The occupational hazards of radiology are well known: exposure to radiation, splashes with contrast media, bodily fluid exposure, and stress to name a few. Another

What is teleradiology? Teleradiology is the exchange of digital images such as x-rays, MRIs, and CT scans between healthcare providers in different locations through electronic

With the radiology technology developing at breath-taking speed, the number of images viewed daily has increased in radiology departments. This has led to several workplace-based

Why Does Burnout in Radiology Happen and How Can You Prevent It? Although most physicians choose to become a radiologist because they see it as

While the technology in medical imaging is constantly improving, what seems to be constant is the imperfect interpretation of images in radiology. According to a

As a radiology or medical professional working from home, you need a comfortable ergonomic radiology workstation to help prevent repetitive strain injuries and unnecessary fatigue

Tech Tip from Double Black Imaging: Cleaning your display is always a good practice, but it’s necessary now more than ever. Your display screen can attract

In this new COVID-19 era of working from home, attending Zoom meetings, and minimizing contact in the workplace, radiologists are finding themselves in a unique

The traditional radiology reading room design didn’t require much thought. Often they existed in basements or dark corners where professionals could view their films against

The progress of machinery, especially in medical industries but truly all over, has made it amazing how quickly newer, better equipment becomes available. After only

A repetitive strain injury (RSI) is a gradual buildup of damage to muscles, tendons, and nerves from repetitive motions. Repetitive strain injuries in the workplace

Radiology professionals today can do more than just look at X-Rays. They have a window into the human body with technologies like magnetic resonance imaging,

Almost twenty years ago, LCD screens began to replace traditional CRT monitors in diagnostic imaging. Their thinner size, reduced energy requirements, and most importantly, flat

Each year, more than 1,100 new radiologists complete their diagnostic training and take jobs in hospitals, medical clinics, and diagnostic laboratories. These new doctors specializing

As a radiologist, you’ve been able to make huge strides in efficiency in the past few years. Filmless digital images that can be viewed anywhere

As diagnostic medicine moved from film to the computer screen, medical professionals found that reasonable guidelines were needed to control how diagnostic monitors display images.