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The Latest in Lung Cancer Screening: Trends Shaping 2026 and Beyond
Since the mid 1900s, lung cancer has been the leading cause of cancer deaths among both men and women and each year. More people die of lung cancer than of colon, breast and prostate cancers combined, even as the number of deaths from lung cancer has fallen thanks to fewer people smoking and new technologies for early... Read moreKey Considerations When Opening an ASC, OBL or Outpatient Imaging Center
Are you interested in starting an ambulatory surgery center (ASC), office-based lab (OBL) or outpatient imaging center that sets the standard for patient outcomes and profit, but don’t know how to start? Opening an ASC, OBL or outpatient imaging center is one of those rare projects that blends clinical expertise with... Read moreLung Cancer CT Screening Update: What Providers Need to Know
Lung cancer is a pervasive public health issue in the United States. To date, it remains the leading cause of cancer death among Americans — more than breast, pancreas, and colorectal cancers combined. The American Cancer Society estimates 2026 will bring: About 229,410 new cases of lung cancer (110,910 in men and 118,500... Read moreHow To Build a Patient Environment People Want To Be In
Hospitals are, by nature, high-stakes places. People often arrive feeling anxious, vulnerable or uncertain about what comes next. Physicians and care teams help patients feel seen and supported, but they’re not the only ones shaping the experience. The environment also plays a crucial role. From the time a patient walks... Read moreImaging Implants with Confidence: Here’s What Technologists Should Know
After more than two decades in MRI and over 11 years teaching MRI physics, one thing has become clear to me: implant safety is one of the most misunderstood responsibilities we have as technologists. Every day, we balance patient comfort, diagnostic quality and safety in an environment where even small oversights can have... Read moreGrow Your Cardiovascular Service Line To Meet the Moment
Every February, American Heart Month puts a spotlight on the critical importance of cardiovascular care. Heart disease is still the leading cause of death in the U.S., and the number of patients seeking care continues to rise. Inpatient cardiovascular procedures are expected to grow 8% by 2035, while outpatient procedures... Read moreThe Official Guide to the 2026 Cassling Leadership Institute
Discover a series of webinars that will amplify your professional and personal growth In partnership with Bellevue University, Cassling is excited to launch another year-long series of webinars to support healthcare leaders in challenging the status quo and developing practical skills to grow both professionally and... Read moreOEM Service Contracts: The Ultimate Return on Investment
With every imaging equipment purchase comes an important question your team will need to answer: Do we purchase a service contract? While the response boils down to a relatively simple ‘Yes’ or ‘No,’ the ramifications are more complicated. For an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) service contract to make sense, your... Read moreby Shawn Pew in Equipment Service,