ACR 2016 Highlights Health Care Technology Solutions for Radiologists
WASHINGTON, DC — ACR 2016—The Crossroads of Radiology® will offer sessions on advanced data science tools, clinical decision support and electronic medical records (EMRs) optimization to help radiology professionals support enterprise imaging initiatives and adapt to new alternative payment models.
“Radiology professionals must better understand new advances in health care technology and how these developments can help them document quality-based care, to continue to demonstrate the value of the specialty,” noted William W. Boonn, MD, co-chair of the ACR 2016 Informatics and Innovatio...
Source: American College of Radiology - February 3, 2016 Category: Radiology Source Type: news
Aiming for Better Medical Education in Africa
Improving healthcare standards in developing countries does not simply mean enhanced access to medicines. Often medical education systems are not fit for purpose, and inherent problems with infrastructure, communication, and facilities in remote areas, in particular, mean that modernization of medicine is next to impossible.
The African Institute for Medical Education (AIM) is a CPA-audited 501 c.3. organization registered in the US in 2014, and its goal is exceptionally admirable – to educate nurses, midwives and other medical professionals by visiting the most remote villages in Uganda by delivering “the most advance...
Source: EyeForPharma - January 28, 2016 Category: Pharmaceuticals Authors: Danielle Barron Source Type: news
How to prevent diabetes from sneaking up on your patients
An AMA Viewpoints post by AMA Board Chair Stephen R. Permut, MD
A major health threat has been silently taking hold of 86 million Americans, with 90 percent of them unaware of it. A new public health campaign is about to change that—and you’re the key to helping these patients take their health back.
A campaign to prevent type 2 diabetes
If you’re not already talking to your patients about prediabetes and the risks associated with it, it’s time to start. People with prediabetes—more than 1 in 3 adults—are at higher risk of developing serious health problems such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease and s...
Source: AMA Wire - January 21, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Amy Farouk Source Type: news
NACCME Presents Pharmacy Medical Education Meeting: Pharmacy Learning...
The North American Center for Continuing Medical Education, LLC (NACCME) is pleased to announce the 2016 Pharmacy Learning Network regional meetings, a series of 1-day, live Continuing Pharmacy...(PRWeb January 19, 2016)Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2016/01/prweb13167916.htm (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)
Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals - January 19, 2016 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
3 things you should know about CME from the JAMA Network
Most physicians are familiar with journal-based continuing medical education (CME) activities, and many used the JAMA Network journals for this purpose. Eleven of the JAMA Network journals have at least one article per issue that is certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Here’s how the JAMA Network journals can help you fulfill your CME requirements:
1. JAMA Network CME is organized to fulfill state-mandated CME requirements.
Some state licensing boards require physicians to participate in CME activities that include specific content requirements, such as pain management, end-of-life care, child abuse and appropr...
Source: AMA Wire - January 12, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Amy Farouk Source Type: news
ACR 2016 Moreton Lecture: How Radiology and Patient Care Intersect
Washington, DC — In today’s value-based health care delivery system, radiology professionals must learn to merge evidence-based medical practice with ideal patient experience. Influential patient advocate Andy DeLaO will offer ways to add value to a patient’s medical experience in his May 17 Moreton Lecture at ACR 2016 — The Crossroads of Radiology®. DeLaO, better known as @CancerGeek in social media circles, has an extensive background in health care, cancer services, business development, marketing and health care experience design.
“During the Moreton Lecture, ACR 2016 attendees will g...
Source: American College of Radiology - January 12, 2016 Category: Radiology Source Type: news
How to set your practice team up for successful change
The new year makes us think about change, both personal and professional. If you already have decided what practice changes you plan to make in 2016, use these five steps to help you organize and motivate your practice team to see changes through to completion.
Make sure practice changes take hold
Organization of your practice is crucial to enabling transformation and will help everyone on your team stay focused on the change initiative while still managing daily responsibilities with patients. A free online module from the AMA’s STEPS Forward™ collection provides a framework for organizing your practice for this t...
Source: AMA Wire - January 5, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Troy Parks Source Type: news
ACR 2016 Program Delivers Skills Needed for Value-based Health Care
Washington, DC — The just-released ACR 2016 — The Crossroads of Radiology® program schedule delivers skill-building sessions that empower radiology professionals to deliver and document valued-based care. The American College of Radiology’s second annual all-member meeting will be held May 15–19 in Washington, DC. Early-bird registration has been extended until Jan. 15.
“Today’s radiology professionals have to adapt their skills and methods to new health care delivery models and better understand the patient experience. The diverse, flexible ACR 2016 program provides practical knowl...
Source: American College of Radiology - January 4, 2016 Category: Radiology Source Type: news
3 steps physicians say make practice changes successful
The new year is here and brings with it many—often too many—resolutions for change. While change fatigue is common, when the desire for change comes from within your practice, the results can unify your team. If you’re planning to make changes in 2016, use these three tips from physicians to select the right change initiatives for your practice and keep your practice team on board throughout the process.
How to decide on changes in your practice
Change is always difficult, and identifying the right opportunities for improvements in your practice often can be the most critical part of the transformation process. F...
Source: AMA Wire - January 3, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Troy Parks Source Type: news
5 ways to optimize space in your practice
Did you know the physical design of your practice can influence the relationships you have with your patients? Where you choose to place furnishings and how you decorate may create inefficiencies and drive down patient satisfaction. Learn how to positively influence those who pass through your practice with five quick and cost-effective design techniques that can smooth your work flow, increase patient safety and enhance patient and team interactions.
As a physician, you work with patients to treat current conditions and prevent future illnesses. Preventive treatment can start from the moment patients enter your practice...
Source: AMA Wire - December 9, 2015 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Troy Parks Source Type: news
3 things to consider when selecting an EHR
Electronic health records (EHR) are commonplace in physician practices now, but physicians know they haven’t always made it easier to practice medicine or provide high-quality care. A free online module in the AMA’s STEPS Forward collection can help you prioritize the needs of your patients and your practice to make the best EHR choice. There is no “one-size-fits-all” approach to EHR adoption, but there are things you can consider before you make your selection.
Assess the needs of your practice to determine the most important and relevant characteristics you need in an EHR system. Consider:
1. Health IT ...
Source: AMA Wire - December 2, 2015 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Troy Parks Source Type: news
ACR 2015™ Mobile App Keeps Radiology Professionals Up to Date and On the Go
By downloading the ACR 2015™ Annual Meeting App, radiology professionals can access up-to-the-minute ACR 2015 information – including CME session details, featured faculty and exclusive offers. The ACR 2015 App also alerts users when new information is released and provides exclusive access to cutting-edge educational content.
“The ACR 2015 App empowers busy radiology professionals to get the latest meeting information, personalize their itinerary, find the right restaurant and make the most of Washington in the springtime – all from their mobile phone or tablet,” said Shawn Teague, MD, FACR,...
Source: American College of Radiology - November 18, 2015 Category: Radiology Source Type: news
ACR 2015™ Quality and Safety Training Addresses Real-World Radiology Challenges
Quality and safety sessions at ACR 2015™ can help radiology professionals address hot-button issues — including radiation dose optimization, mammography value, quality metrics and pay-for-performance measures. Demonstrating quality is increasingly important as medicine transitions from volume to value-based care.
Quality and safety is a primary focus at The Crossroads — ACR 2015, the all-new American College of Radiology (ACR) annual meeting, May 17–21 at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel in Washington, DC.
“The ACR 2015 quality and safety sessions provide practical, real-world examples to...
Source: American College of Radiology - November 18, 2015 Category: Radiology Source Type: news
ACR 2015™ to Feature CMS Deputy Administrator for Innovation & Quality at Economics Forum
Patrick Conway, MD, MSc, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Deputy Administrator for Innovation and Quality and Chief Medical Officer, will address national health care changes that could affect radiology at the May 18 ACR 2015™ Economics Forum. The forum is part of the advocacy, economics and health policy sessions offered the College’s all-new, all radiology annual meeting, May 17-21 at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel, Washington, DC.
“We are proud to have Dr. Conway shed light on emerging national health care changes that may affect radiology. His presentation is part of the wealth of...
Source: American College of Radiology - November 18, 2015 Category: Radiology Source Type: news
ACR 2015™ Attendees to Gain Real-World Advocacy Skills to Strengthen Their Practice and Profession
Radiology professionals attending ACR 2015™ will learn how to advocate for their practices, profession and patients at every level of government and use those skills in an exclusive Capitol Hill visit with their members of Congress.
“With healthcare delivery and payment evolving, effective advocacy for our practice, profession and patients has never been more vital. ACR 2015 is a “don’t miss” opportunity for radiology professionals to learn important advocacy skills and use them to help shape the forces impacting their future,” said Bibb Allen Jr., MD, FACR, chair of the ACR Board of ...
Source: American College of Radiology - November 18, 2015 Category: Radiology Source Type: news
