The new era of medical imaging - Progress and pitfalls

Article Abstract:

A report on the rise of new imaging techniques as useful clinical tools is presented, together with a discussion on two provisions enacted by the US Congress that would reduce Medicare payments for some imaging services by an estimated US$2.8 billion over a five-year period. A review of the work done by the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission is also presented considering the progress and the failures.

Government expenditures, Reports, Federal aid to community health services, Government aid to community health services, Government finance, Report

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Incidentalomas: Clinical correlation and translational science required

Article Abstract:

Incidental findings, the phenomena of improved imaging capabilities, frequently lead to the ordering of further tests, additional inconclusive results, and untold anxiety. In order to address this problem of incidentalomas, both clinical correlation and translational science are required before any technique can help the physicians see with optimal focus.

Technology application, Medical tests

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Communication between physicians and patients in the era of E-medicine

Article Abstract:

Four major types of services, online appointment scheduling, electronic prescription refills, general messaging capabilities, and web visits by physicians, in addition to secure Web messaging are discussed.

United Kingdom, Management dynamics, Management, Physician and patient, Physician-patient relations, Company business management, Communication in medicine, Medical communication, Online health care service, Online health care information services

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