ResourcesVendorsBusiness ServicesPatient Education and MarketingIMV Medical Information Division1400 E. Touhy Avenue, Suite 2501400 E. Touhy Avenue, Suite 250 Des Plaines, IL, USA 60018-3339eMail:Website:https://www.imvinfo.comPhone:847-297-1404Latest from IMV Medical Information DivisionDigital X-RayC-arm procedure demand and variety expected to increaseBy Davin KorstjensC-arm procedure demand and variety are expected to increase, according to a new report from IMV Medical Information.July 5, 2024Nuclear MedicineThe rise of theranostics: Part 3 -- What is a theranostics center?By Liz CareyFor this third in a series covering the rise of theranostics, AuntMinnie.com asked four doctors of theranostics to discuss the spectrum of freestanding theranostics center development.June 3, 2024Digital X-RayIMV: Hospital-based diagnostic x-ray volumes continue to declineBy Davin KorstjensFrom 2020 to 2023, the number of general x-ray procedures performed in main hospital radiology departments declined 16%.May 17, 2024Clinical NewsWeek in review: ACR news | ChatGPT and data mining | FAPI-PET in lung cancer patientsBy Erik L. RidleyOur most highly viewed article this week reported on the American College of Radiology (ACR) announcement that it has decided to lay off 11% of its workforce. Click "Read More" for our coverage of that news as well as other popular articles from the week.April 19, 2024Nuclear MedicineIMV: Nuclear medicine procedure volumes decreaseBy Davin KorstjensTotal nuclear medicine patient study volumes decreased between 2021 and 2023, according to a newly published IMV 2024 Nuclear Medicine Market Outlook Report.April 15, 2024AdministrationAuntMinnie.com Administration InsiderBy Erik L. RidleySome hospitals are using postoperative CT exams more often than they should for pediatric patients with complicated appendicitis, but a research team aims to change that. Click "Read More" for our coverage of that story and other Administration news.March 20, 2024Molecular ImagingThe rise of theranostics: Part 1 -- Gaining momentumBy Liz CareyFDA-approved radiopharmaceuticals have energized the field of theranostics. In part 1 of a series, experienced theranostics leaders offer implications of the latest clinical trials, how a theranostics clinic works, and advice for introducing theranostics.March 19, 2024Molecular ImagingIMV: PET scan volumes continue to growBy Davin KorstjensThe total volume of PET scans increased 10.2% year over year in 2023, according to the newly published IMV 2024 PET Market Summary Report.March 7, 2024Clinical NewsWeek in review: AI adoption | Oncology-based imaging competition | Predictions for 2024By Erik L. RidleyWidespread adoption of radiology AI technology has yet to be achieved, due in large part to reimbursement issues; payors don’t reimburse providers for use of most types of medical imaging AI software due to a perceived lack of impact on patient outcomes.January 19, 2024Practice ManagementIMV: Nonhospital sites see increased competition for oncology-related imagingBy Davin KorstjensIn 2023, nonhospital sites faced more competition compared to hospital-based facilities for oncology-related diagnostic imaging scans, according to IMV’s recent report.January 16, 2024EquipmentIMV: MR departments seek to leverage AI to improve workflow, productivityBy Davin KorstjensIn 2023, the top priorities for MR departments are to increase patient satisfaction and improve MRI department workflow and productivity.December 27, 2023EquipmentIMV: CT, MRI, ultrasound are the top modalities for predictive maintenance servicesBy Davin KorstjensIn a new column, Davin Korstjens of IMV Medical Information Division reviews current market trends for predictive maintenance services of diagnostic imaging equipment.November 21, 2023Practice ManagementIMV: Hospital-based procedures drive CT procedure volume growthBy Davin KorstjensCT procedure volumes increased 9.1% from 2022 to 2023, according to IMV’s recently published 2023 CT Market Outlook Report, due in large part to hospital-based procedures.November 3, 2023EquipmentIMV: Diagnostic imaging service expenditures shifting to third-party providersIn a new column, Davin Korstjens of IMV Medical Information Division describes recent trends in the imaging equipment service market.October 20, 2023Artificial IntelligenceIMV: As AI use increases in radiology, clinical benefits come into focusBy Davin KorstjensUse of AI in diagnostic imaging has focused on ways the technology enhances clinical benefits and optimizes workflows, according to IMV’s recently published report, the 2023 Artificial Intelligence in Diagnostic Imaging Landscape.October 11, 2023
