The first thing that comes to mind when opening a nuclear medicine department is the equipment. There are many types of different gamma cameras available on the market today, each with various features, and it can be challenging to sort through the noise to determine what you need. Extraordinary advancements
For years, new cardiovascular imaging technologies have generated buzz, but how does SPECT MPI imaging compare to these newer modalities, and which is better? The answer may surprise you. While newer technologies may offer improvements to image quality, you have to consider the whole picture when it comes to cardiac
A stress test uses physical exercise on a treadmill to get the heart pumping. While most cardiologists consider physically stressing the heart the best option, there are cases where a pharmaceutical stress agent, also known as a vasodilator, is a better fit for the patient. Sometimes jokingly called a “jog
MedAxiom recently held a webcast where the topic of Telehealth and Cardiology was explored in detail. The session was moderated by MedAxiom President, Dr. Jerry Blackwell, and featured a set of panelists with expertise in Telehealth. The Sudden Shift to Telemedicine The COVID-19 pandemic has caused upheaval in countless ways.
While the majority of the current COVID-19 related news pertains to the care and treatment of patients with confirmed coronavirus cases, there is emerging data about the complications that can arise after a patient recovers from the virus. New JAMA Study A recent publication in the Journal of American Medical
Artificial intelligence is developing rapidly in medicine, including in the field of cardiology. If you’ve been to conferences in the last couple of years, you’ve probably seen presentations on some aspect of artificial intelligence. Quite simply, AI involves computer systems performing tasks that usually require human intelligence. They do this
Cardiac catheterization is one of the most common diagnostic procedures for heart patients. But, because of its invasive nature, it can carry a higher risk of patient-related and procedure-related complications. These complications can often lead to hospital readmissions which, under Medicare, not only serve as a performance measurement for hospitals
Operating a financially successful practice requires a daily focus on operational concerns, but it also necessitates seeking new opportunities for revenue streams. Many cardiologists overlook opportunities to offer ancillary services that will boost practice income. Here are four revenue streams that could increase efficiency, referrals, and patient volume, while improving
