March 24, 2010 - “The NCBC stands as a testament to collaboration, cooperation and camaraderie,” said NCBC President Don Dizon, M.D., FACP, at the 20th Annual National Interdisciplinary Breast Cancer Conference, hosted by National Consortium of Breast Centers (NCBC) on March 20 - 24, 2010 in Las Vegas.

March 24, 2010 - A moderately aggressive hypofractionation schedule can be used along with chemotherapy, with low side effects, according to the first published results from a study on the concurrent use of hypofractionated TomoTherapy radiation treatments and chemotherapy for unresectable locally-advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

March 24, 2010 - The FDA 510(k) has issued marketing clearance for a PACS (picture archive and communication system), which has added viewing capabilities for digital mammography studies for diagnostic interpretation using FDA approved monitors.

March 23, 2010 - Orthopedic practices making the transition to digital radiography (DR) may find support in a new DR system that does not require modifications to an existing radiographic room.

March 22, 2010 - In an effort to continually provide customizable, reliable and cost-effective RIS, PACS and teleradiology solutions, RamSoft, has partnered with ERadiology, a Tennessee-based technology company, to offer a hosting solution that leverages digital imaging technology while reducing capital costs for equipment purchase, and maintenance.

March 17, 2010 - New data from an NIH-sponsored, multi-site study showed the positron emission mammography (PEM) had 31 fewer unnecessary biopsies and 26 percent higher positive predictive value (PPV) than breast MR. Researchers said this may reduce unnecessary breast biopsies.

March 15, 2010 — An FDA-pending 3D advanced visualization software package for cardiologists includes a broad array of cardiovascular-specific image analysis applications and boasts several workflow benefits over the use of third-party systems.