The Future of Radiology: What Are the Threats and How to Respond to Them

Nov. 28, 8:30-10:00 a.m. | N227

There are a number of threats facing radiology, both at the individual practice level and beyond. This session preps participants on how to deal with these challenges, including declining reimbursements, reduced procedure volumes and others.

 

Speaker Information:

•             Jonathan W. Berlin, MD, NorthShore University Health, Evanston, Ill.

•             David C. Levin, MD, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia

•             Vijay Madan Rao, MD, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia

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