Cassling

DECEMBER 2, 2022

He understood that radiologic technologists and other specialists were the frontlines for patient care. “When my father founded Cassling nearly 40 years ago, he wanted his company to provide imaging professionals with a level of support they simply wouldn’t find anywhere else,” said Mike Cassling, CEO of Cassling. “He

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DAIC

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Getty Images milla1cf Thu, 12/14/2023 - 09:19 December 14, 2023 — Physicians are enthusiastic about augmented intelligence (AI) - often called artificial intelligence - and its assistive role in health care that enhances human intelligence rather than replaces it, according to a new physician survey by the American Medical Association (AMA).

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DAIC

MAY 7, 2024

Instead, they focused almost exclusively on their ability to provide ever-improving patient care. Their obsession was patient care: new and novel technologies, research and finding ways to treat patients.

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American College of Cardiology

JANUARY 5, 2024

As the caretakers of cardiovascular patients, the ACC is committed to developing and advancing solutions to increase access, quality and value of patient care and promote heart health for all.

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DAIC

MAY 21, 2024

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance in September 2023. Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) clearance in September 2023, and is currently under review in Europe. ECG-AI LEF, the company’s breakthrough AI algorithm, received U.S.

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DAIC

APRIL 22, 2024

“The insights underscore the significant promise of this novel technology, which inaugurates a new era for monitoring in a wide variety of scenarios real-time and affords the opportunity to develop and refine diagnostic pathways that will have a substantial impact on patient care.”

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Research

JANUARY 28, 2024

The research, conducted on patients within the STS Adult Cardiac Surgery Database (ACSD) undergoing isolated TV repair or replacement between July 2017 and June 2023, involved a comprehensive examination of 13,587 cases. The primary endpoints for the study were operative mortality and major morbidity/mortality composite.

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DAIC

JANUARY 29, 2024

The event’s late-breaking trial sessions focus on studies anticipated to significantly influence advances in cardiothoracic patient care. The STS 2023 Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Surgical Treatment of Atrial Fibrillation : Key Takeaways and How Do They Differ from the ACC/AHA Atrial Fibrillation Clinical Practice Guidelines ?

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DAIC

JANUARY 8, 2024

GE HealthCare expects to integrate MIM Software solutions into its advanced visualization offerings to facilitate AI-based segmentation and contouring as well as dosimetry analysis for patients across their treatment journeys and in the growing fields of radiology, molecular imaging, and radiation oncology. “We

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DAIC

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The academic medical centers received three-star ratings in isolated coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) and isolated mitral valve replacement and repair (MVRR) surgeries.

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Early Career

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Involvement opportunities to be discussed include joining a task force or workforce, becoming an advocate on healthcare policy, and developing new tools and resources to improve patient care. Watch recordings of previous programs from September 2023 and December 2023. Resident / Fellow Surgeon Early Career Image 7 p.m.

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DAIC

JANUARY 23, 2024

We appreciate the American Medical Association’s decision to assign FFRCT a Category I CPT code, a decision backed by years of research that highlights the positive impact FFRCT can have on the diagnosis and eventually treatment of patients with coronary artery disease,” said John Farquhar , CEO of HeartFlow.

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DAIC

DECEMBER 22, 2023

milla1cf Fri, 12/22/2023 - 08:21 December 22, 2023 — HeartBeam, Inc., To lead this effort, the company has hired Mohammad Shokoohi-Yekta, PhD, as Senior Director of Machine Learning. A renowned expert in the field of data science and machine learning, Dr.

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DAIC

JULY 3, 2024

His responsibilities include working to ensure the organization fulfills its strategic vision of advancing the field of transplantation and improving patient care by promoting research, education, advocacy, organ donation and service to the community.

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DAIC

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

 We look forward to learning more about how this innovative approach to LAA closure performs compared to currently available solutions." This is particularly important for the nearly 40% of AFib patients who cannot tolerate long-term blood thinners3,4.  Jennifer Currin, Ph.D., The acquisition of Laminar, Inc.

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DAIC

JULY 24, 2024

Mohr-Durdez added, “To help enhance patient care in this field, Volta Medical aims to further integrate its AI solution with EP innovators to help increase compatibility and address the challenges clinicians face in analyzing cardiac electrical signals.” adult population. Am J Cardiol 2013; 112:1142–1147. DOI: 10.1016/j.amjcard.2013.05.063

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DAIC

MARCH 6, 2024

In April 2023, Philips announced the availability of Philips HealthSuite Imaging on Amazon Web Services (AWS). Since Sectra assumes responsibility for the technology and operation of the system, the healthcare provider can devote more time to its core business, offering the best possible patient care.

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DAIC

APRIL 9, 2024

UC Davis also hosted clinical trials for the procedure in 2023. “We We are excited to offer our patients this novel treatment that offers meaningful improvement in quality of life without the high procedural risk often associated with tricuspid surgery,” said Gagan D. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) last week.

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DAIC

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

By enabling the decisive shift from a reactive to a proactive cardiology model, this technology doesnt just improve patient outcomes it is also helping keep cardiovascular care sustainable and affordable. billion between 2021 and 2023.

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DAIC

MARCH 7, 2024

By integrating AI into our products, we enable clinicians to make better use of data, streamline their workflows, and enhance patient care. Command Center Software Platform: Command Center Software Platform provides a real-time and predictive control system for ongoing patient care orchestration. link] ii Deloitte.

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DAIC

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

“Our conclusions are that acute large vessel occlusion (LVO) ischemic stroke patients that have viable brain that can be saved by thrombectomy should immediately be positioned with the head at 0 degrees to preserve brain function prior to the thrombectomy procedure,” Dr. Alexandrov said.

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Cardiomatics

JUNE 6, 2024

Marco Mazzanti , Scientific Director of International Research Frameworks on Artificial Intelligence in Cardiology, notes, “Pharmacies often serve as accessible points of care for many patients. Integrating AI-powered ECG analysis into these networks can enhance patient care.

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Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

Background:High-value practices (HVP) focus on optimal patient care with minimized costs and unnecessary interventions. to 50% within one year.Methods:In July 2023, vascular neurologists agreed on the limited utility of routine echo with bubble study in older adults. Changes were finalized in September 2023.

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GEMMS

MARCH 7, 2024

In late 2023, CMS released the 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) Final Rule, ushering in key policy changes for the Quality Payment Program (QPP). MIPS Quality Measurements The Quality performance measure for 2023 includes 30% of the total score. Be sure to check your qualifying status using the QPP Participation Status Tool.

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Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

Background and Purpose:In 2023, High Point Medical Center implemented a quality improvement initiative to enhance outcomes for hospitalized patients experiencing strokes. This initiative was created after review of cases entered in a patient event reporting system.

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Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

The secondary focus was to see if the effect of in-person, hands-on (escape room) nurse education would improve individualized stroke-patient education compliance compared to eLearning and poster board education.Methods:All stroke cases from June 2023 - June 2024 were audited for documentation of individualized stroke-patient education.

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DAIC

APRIL 3, 2024

The strategic acquisition of Caption Health in 2023 continues to expand the capabilities of our products and solidifies our leadership in ultrasound and the emerging artificial intelligence landscape." The Vscan Air SL with Caption AI will be on display in booth #2517. For more information, visit the Vscan Air website here.

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DAIC

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The ability to deliver both types of energy via one catheter simplifies the workflow for ablation procedures, while integration with the Carto 3 Mapping System enables real-time catheter visualization and feedback on contact force measurements and ablation indexes – important factors for durable lesion formation.”

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Early Career

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Blog What Surgeons Need to Know About Engaging Consultants KCummings Thu, 11/02/2023 - 14:43 All Members Image Dr. Melanie Edwards In the increasingly complex world of medicine, it is difficult to maintain a high level of expertise in every disease process. But more commonly, collaboration yields better outcomes.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2023

1-3] But these studies were very short duration and used cardiology interpretation of ECGs or emergent angiography rather than patient outcomes. Emergency department Code STEMI patients with initial electrocardiogram labeled “normal” by computer interpretation: A 7-year retrospective review.

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DAIC

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Members of the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT) Health Policy & Practice Committee (HPPC) presented as subject matter experts during a May 2023 MAC-led Multijurisdictional Meeting on CAC Non-Invasive Technology for Coronary Artery Plaque Analysis and later provided comments on the draft LCDs that helped shape the final policies.

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Research

JULY 25, 2023

Press Release STS Launches Next-Generation Adult Cardiac Surgery Risk Calculator July 25, 2023 KCummings Tue, 07/25/2023 - 07:39 July 25, 2023, Chicago, Ill… The Society of Thoracic Surgeons has launched its next-generation Operative Risk Calculator to assess the risk of adult cardiac surgery operations.

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ADN Center of Excellence

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Remember, knowledge is the key to trust and success in patient care. The realm of cardiology is rapidly evolving, and #TAVI stands as a pivotal advancement you should be well-versed in.

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Technology

MAY 17, 2023

KCummings Wed, 05/17/2023 - 13:11 Surgeon Image Elisabeth Dexter, MD Scenario: You finished CT surgery residency last June and are the newest assistant professor at Perfect University. However, once on the committee, I realized how many important issues need consideration regarding a new product for patient care.

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DAIC

JUNE 4, 2024

. • The opening Plenary Session featuring ASE President, Benjamin Eidem, MD, FASE, Mayo Clinic, presenting "The State of ASE," and recognition of the 2024 Award Winners, 3rd Leadership Academy, and 2023 FASE members. To honor his legacy, this annual lectureship features an ethical dilemma or humanitarian patient care activity.

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DAIC

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

This includes zero fluoroscopy workflows, enabled by our CARTO™ 3 Navigation System, which allows clinicians to reduce or eliminate radiation exposure for themselves and their patients while maintaining excellent clinical outcomes," said Jasmina Brooks , President, Biosense Webster. doi: 10.1016/j.jacc.2014.04.072

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Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

The goal was to standardize stroke response and decrease DTP times during off-hours, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes in AIS cases.Methods:Radiology staff nurses developed and implemented a comprehensive AIS training program for night shift ED nurses.

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