Two of Philips' most notable RSNA announcements were that its new cloud-based PACS is available and that its helium-free mobile MRI system will soon be deployed. More than 80 sites across the U.S. and Latin America have already migrated to Philips' new PACS, and its mobile MRI system will be traveling to various cities next year.
New York-based startup Ezra recently received FDA clearance for an AI tool it plans to use to launch “the world's first 30-minute full body MRI scan.” The tool, named Ezra Flash, enhances the quality of MR images so that radiologists can detect cancer earlier.
Munck Wilson Mandala Partner Greg Howison shared his perspective on some of the legal ramifications around AI, IP, connected devices and the data they generate, in response to emailed questions.
Perspectum — a company that makes medical imaging devices designed to improve the diagnosis of metabolic diseases and cancer — recently announced the second close of its $55 million Series C funding round. Its flagship product is a diagnostic tool that assesses and monitors chronic liver disease.
Prenuvo — a company that makes an MRI machine that performs quick whole-body scans — closed a $70 million Series A equity and debt funding round. It will use the money to open more clinics throughout the country, as well as find ways to make its price point more accessible.
As health systems pivot to virtual and at-home care, Mass General Brigham is continuing to invest in brick-and-mortar facilities as CEO Dr. Anne Klibanski believes there will always be a need for inpatient care. At HLTH, she discussed the health system's investment in its facilities and how it is leveraging enterprise services to help keep costs down.
Newly formed Theseus AI plans to reduce unnecessary back surgery referrals by providing more objective MRI data to physicians.
At the Abarca Forward conference earlier this year, George Van Antwerp, managing director at Deloitte, discussed how social determinants of health and a personalized member experience can improve medication adherence and health outcomes.
The Israeli company's technology uses the power of focused ultrasound guided by MR imaging to target conditions like essential tremor, Parkinson's disease and neuropathic pain.
Called fastMRI, the research collaboration will examine how artificial intelligence can make MRI scans up to 10 times faster.
ECRI Institute has unveiled a list of 10 emerging innovations healthcare leaders should watch this year. A neonatal MRI system, direct-to-consumer genetic testing and VR for pediatric patients are among the topics that made the cut.
The challenge with radiation and other cancer therapies is getting the right amount of treatment to the tumor and leaving healthy cells unscathed.
We will highlight Build My Health's revenue practice management tools, which could help physician practices add up to $250,000 to their practices.
Aspect Imaging and design firm frog are working together to develop a new MRI technology that's cheaper and can be placed outside shielded areas in a hospital.
“There is a real need to detect cancers that are small [less than 1 cm] before they metastasize. That would be the Holy Grail.”
With the full ImageReady system, patients are approved to get full-body MRI scans, which eliminates some of the potential risks of a device malfunctioning due to the scan.
The average MRI cost is $2,948, but Smart Choice MRI is offering the imaging for $600 or less.
Tal Medical is using a neurostimulation treatment that could potentially change the face of psychiatric treatment entirely.