Susan L. MurpheyUltrasoundLean principles and ergonomics aid imaging managementDiagnostic imaging practices have become increasingly difficult to manage, largely due to hard-hitting reimbursement cuts from the Deficit Reduction Act (DRA). At the same time, high rates of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSD) among imaging professionals are costing employers billions of dollars a year. Blending ergonomics with lean process improvement helps reduce injuries and increase productivity, while improving the quality of patient care and the patient care experience.April 29, 2008Page 1 of 1Top StoriesMolecular ImagingPET scans tie fast food to altered blood flow in the heartUltraprocessed foods may acutely affect vascular and brain function, researchers report.AIAI boosts rads' identification of incidental PE on CT imagingPractice ManagementHow are technologists dealing with higher vacancy rates?UltrasoundUltrasound screening for vasa previa tied to better pregnancy outcomesDigital X-RayAI could be cost-effective for osteoporosis screening
