Impact of Legislative Policy and Regulations on Imaging Informatics

Nov. 29, 4:30-6:00 p.m. | S504AB

This session looks at policy’s effect on imaging informatics, from the FDA approval process for mobile apps to regulations on radiation dose. It also spells out what’s next for Meaningful Use.

 

Speaker Information:

•             David S. Hirschorn, MD, Staten Island University Hospital, N.Y.

•             Safwan Halabi, MD, Henry Ford Health System, Detroit

•             Richard L. Morin, PhD, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Fla.

•             Arun Krishnaraj, MD, MPH, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston

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