Administrators and imaging managers are familiar with the ever-present need to assess and improve the quality of care provided to patients. Diagnostic imaging is particularly prone to human factors that can lead to variations from image acquisition to reporting. When armed with Quality Improvement (QI) data, managers are empowered to actively seek out and implement changes that can lead to continuous improvement. The ability to identify specific areas for improvement, understand the impact of current processes and make data-driven decisions ultimately results in better patient outcomes.
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Traditional breast cancer imaging is faced with critical screening and diagnostic challenges – from workflow bottlenecks and reading inconsistencies to clinician burnout and patient accessibility. The stage is set for desperately needed innovation to propel us into the future of breast cancer care.
The reel on my social media automatically loaded after I watched a Go-Pro video my friend had posted. It was a famous actor, his golden voice familiar to millions, standing behind a podium. “He has discovered a new product to clear the lungs of excess fluid,” a caption read. It was presented as a major announcement from the press secretary of the United States. This was amazing news – that after a long career, the actor was turning his efforts to medical research.
These days, the term “DEI” feels different.
Thriving organization know that what got you here won’t necessarily get you there. In other words, change occurring around us often means we must adapt the way we do things just so we can keep up.
In the repair industry, one thing is certain, the user is the greatest stress test of a system. With this in mind, it should be no surprise that user input can have some devastating effects to the functionality of a system.
Ironically, at the start of MRI Safety Week 2025, we heard the news of a tragic MRI safety incident in New York that resulted in a death. While the details of how this occurred are still being uncovered, it shows how quickly something like this can happen. There is no benefit to judge the situation or assume this could not happen to me. It is an opportunity to be introspective and identify what we can do better.
Workplaces need teams, too, but many teams are nowhere near as effective as they could be. The reasons are many. Some teams lack structure. Others suffer from poor communication. Still others are ineffective because of unclear roles and responsibilities.
The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Be Seen campaign is spreading awareness about medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals. Through commercials, videos, social media posts, earned media placements, paid advertising and word-of-mouth, Be Seen is raising the visibility and respect for the profession by educating the public, other health care professionals, prospective students and elected officials about the vital role medical imaging and radiation therapists play on the health care team.
Radiology is often the entry point for diagnosis. If patients skip that step due to shame, lack of access, or fear of embarrassment, we’re not just losing an appointment – we’re losing trust, time, and critical opportunities to intervene early.
