Electronic consultations between primary providers and radiologists improve patient care

(American Roentgen Ray Society) According to ARRS' American Journal of Roentgenology (AJR), the eConsult electronic consultation system allowed primary care providers to easily consult with radiologists, was perceived as high value by primary care providers, resulted in altered patient management, and avoided unnecessary imaging tests. " We identified follow-up imaging of cystic lesions and imaging workup of pain in patients as opportunities for continuing medical education for primary care providers, " the AJR authors wrote.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news