According to the American College of Radiology, an estimated 68 million Computed Tomography (CT) scans are performed in the United States each year. CT imaging makes it possible to see inside the body to help diagnose a variety of medical conditions, from determining if a child has a head injury from an accident during soccer practice to imaging the liver or kidneys to help physicians accurately diagnose disease.

Accountable care organizations (ACOs) won’t just materialize from thin air. They must be based on collaboration among physicians and hospitals, and supported by a robust infrastructure. This is a challenge that has not yet been resolved, according to Jeff Goldsmith, PhD, President of Health Futures and associate professor of Public Health Sciences at the University of Virginia, Charlottesville.

Health Imaging seeks to recognize and reward five practices that exemplify patient engagement via its Imaging 3.0: Patient-Centric Imaging Awards.

For many patients, healthcare is a family affair. Several of this week’s top stories underscored some familial trials and triumphs. The high cost of family healthcare coverage dominated headlines, while reports of a lifesaving application of 3D printing hinted at the promise of the technology.

Residents and fellows can now apply for one of up to five  scholarships to attend the American College of Radiology (ACR) Radiology Leadership Institute (RLI) Annual Event, July 25–28, 2013, at the Kellogg School of Management on  Northwestern University’s Evanston, IL, campus.

Carestream Health has dramatically reduced air emissions and energy consumption as part of an ongoing proactive effort to trim its environmental footprint.

The Medical Imaging & Technology Alliance (MITA) today announced that Andrew Northup has joined the organization as International Director. In this role, he will oversee international activities and the Ultrasound and Magnetic Resonance Sections of MITA.

As patient engagement and Imaging 3.0 take center stage, the American College of Radiology (ACR) has prepared a survey to help radiologists assess their progress, or lack thereof, toward Imaging 3.0.