CML HealthCare Income Fund Reports 2008 Third Quarter Financial Results Nov 5, 2008
On August 29, 2008, the Fund closed the acquisition of the Calgary Women's Imaging Centre, Canada's first full-service women's-only diagnostic imaging facility, located in Calgary, Alberta. On September 19, 2008, the Fund completed the acquisition of General Medical Imaging Services Inc., comprising four multi-modality clinics and one single-modality clinic in the Greater Vancouver Area. (Canada Newswire)
Dr. Chang joins medical group Nov 4, 2008
For 90 years, Borgess-Lee Memorial Hospital has delivered comprehensive services throughout Dowagiac and Cass County, from cardiac and primary care to rehabilitation and diagnostic imaging. A member of Borgess Health, the largest health care provider in southwest Michigan, the hospital has the resources to offer specialized, nationally-recognized medicine. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Imagining diagnostic imaging Nov 1, 2008
As diagnostic imaging manager at Bartlett Regional Hospital, Ernest Wick knows all about picture-taking - of the body, that is ... Ernest Wick, diagnostic imaging manager at Bartlett Regional Hospital ... To read more about Bartlett Regional Hospital's Diagnostic Imaging department, visit. (Juneau Empire)
Cleveland Clinic to open new digs at CityPlace Nov 1, 2008
The 25,000 square-foot facility will house medical offices, plus space for diagnostic imaging and various outpatient procedures. The imaging center on the first floor will debut later this year. (The Palm Beach Post)
Bedford Springs Resort to Host Annual Women's Wellness Weekend Oct 31, 2008
Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC is a full-service women's hospital, which has now expanded to include a range of services for women and men: diagnostic imaging, including CT and MRI, a Heart Center, bariatric surgery, orthopedics, digestive disorders, pulmonology, thoracic surgery, minimally invasive abdominal surgery and vascular surgery. Bedford Springs Resort re-opened in July 2007 following a $120-million restoration and expansion. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Search: Medical & health jobs Oct 28, 2008
Multinational Player - Impressive Product Portfolio in Diagnostic Imaging - Immediate Start - Great Salary Package And Conditions - Do You Have a.. Sydney Based Position - Market Leader. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Bartlett, SEARHC pair up to bring mobile mammograms to Southeast Oct 25, 2008
"Basically this is a wonderful thing and that's why we're moving forward in our support for the program," said Ernest Wick, diagnostic imaging manager at Bartlett. "It's so highly thought of, and that's why we're paying to go digital next year.". (Juneau Empire)
FDA advisory panel today with Bayer, GE Healthcare on imaging biomarkers in Alzheimers will affect disease modification drug trials Oct 24, 2008
The Advisory Committee Meeting is aimed at providing specific recommendations based on clinical utility towards the design of Phase III diagnostic imaging studies in AD.. Two defining features of Alzheimers disease in the brain are amyloid plaques and neurofibrillary tangles, or tau. (FT.com -- Markets)
Hospital opens its front door Oct 23, 2008
PAS II (on the second floor, main lobby entrance) hours are Monday through Friday 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. It primarily admits and registers all patient types except Emergency Department and Diagnostic Imaging patients ... It primarily registers Emergency Department and Diagnostic Imaging patients. (Juneau Empire)
State tweaks health insurance rules Oct 18, 2008
The Commonwealth Health Insurance Connector Authority board voted to delay until Jan. 1, 2010 implementation of rules that will mandate radiation and chemotherapy; maternity and newborn care; and diagnostic imaging and screening tests. The delay is to give employers more time to overhaul their policies. (Boston Globe)
Mattel Children's Hospital UCLA launches program in nanopediatrics Oct 18, 2008
" Projects currently underway at UCLA include the development and application of nanodiagnostic tools such as DNA-based newborn screening tests for genetic abnormalities, the development of a new generation of nanodevices for the treatment of children with genetic diseases and cancer, and the investigation of the use of nanoparticles for diagnostic imaging both during pregnancy and after birth. The Mattel UCLA NanoPediatrics Program will partner with the California NanoSystems Institute (CNSI)... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Hospital a day from closing over debts Oct 18, 2008
" The Herald understands tens of millions of dollars are owed to medical suppliers by four area health services - Northern Sydney Central Coast, Greater Southern, South Eastern Sydney Illawarra and Greater Western. The NSW Health Department has refused to reveal how much it owes and has gagged its area health services. South Eastern Sydney Illawarra Health did not respond to Professor Jones's claims. The state Opposition health spokeswoman, Jillian Skinner, said she had been contacted by several... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Head of State Oct 17, 2008
Obviously, there are batteries of sophisticated tests, and even diagnostic imaging that can rule TBI in or out, but John McCain has made it clear he will not only not co-operate, he will not abide discussion of anything of this nature. In the absence of his willingness to deal with such matters, we are forced to rely on his public record. (The American Conservative)
Immunomedics Announces U.S. Patents Awarded for CD20 Antibody, Veltuzumab, and Reagents Used in Pretargeted Imaging and Therapies Oct 14, 2008
We believe this patent further strengthens the Company's extensive patent portfolio in the field of diagnostic imaging and therapy,'' commented Ms. Sullivan. About Veltuzumab. (Primezone Releases)
Your Career as an X Ray Technician Oct 12, 2008
As the population grows and ages, demand for diagnostic imaging will increase. There will also be the need to replace workers leaving the work force due to retirement. (Suite101.com)
Patterson expands reach with buys Oct 7, 2008
The company makes diagnostic imaging software for veterinarians, to help them illustrate conditions to clients. Terms of that deal were undisclosed. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Lodi Memorial Hospital to hold kick-off open house Sep 25, 2008
Improvements to the South Wing include construction of rooms for more than 90 new patient beds, a new emergency department and expanding services in the birthing center, diagnostic imaging, medical ambulatory care, materials management and food service areas. The kick-off event will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 975 S. Fairmont Ave., near the Ham Lane entrance. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Mammograms offered free to qualifying women Sep 23, 2008
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Advanced Diagnostic Imaging Center will be offering free mammograms to local women who cannot afford it ... Advanced Diagnostic Imaging Center is situated at 1728 Villagepark Drive in The Village in Orangeburg. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Whole brain radiation increases risk of learning and memory problems in cancer patients Sep 23, 2008
SRS is also commonly used in combination with WBRT, radiation of the entire brain, to treat tumors that are visible and those that may not be detected by diagnostic imaging. "Determining how to optimize outcomes with the smallest cost to the quality of life is a treatment decision every radiation oncologist faces," said Chang. (EurekAlert!)
Riverside site might have buyer Sep 21, 2008
The facility offers surgical services and has an emergency department with 14 treatment rooms, diagnostic imaging services and physician offices. The News-Herald, A Heritage Newspapers Tri-Weekly Publication. (The News-Herald)
Meat given the chop at debt-ridden hospitals Sep 21, 2008
It's understood Leeton Diagnostic Imaging is owed more than $30,000 by the Greater Southern Area Health Service. Part of that debt dates back to May and the business cannot get any answers about when it will be paid. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
M&A, partnerships remain mainstay for smaller devices and pharma companies Sep 20, 2008
He said firms that Safeguard is partnered with, such as Avid Radiopharmaceuticals a private company developing diagnostic imaging agents, including radiopharmaceutical imaging agents for CNS diseases would be a good therapeutic play. Regenerative medicine companies such as Advanced BioHealing, which is also partnered with Safeguard, would also be attractive as it generates revenue, he added. (FT.com -- Markets)
CRMC installs advanced CT system Sep 19, 2008
While CT uses X-ray technology, it is distinguished from other diagnostic imaging tools like traditional X-ray and MRI by its ability to display a combination of soft tissue (such as muscles, tissue, organs, and fat), bones, and blood vessels all in a single image. Health care providers perform CT scans to diagnose kidney, lung, liver, spine, blood diseases, cancer, tumors, and cysts, as well as blood clots, hemorrhages, and infections. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Grand entrance at Sutter Coast Sep 19, 2008
9 million diagnostic imaging machine required the removal of one exterior and two interior walls before the behemoth could be wrestled into place. Director of Diagnostic Imaging for Sutter Coast Phil Revetta expects the new machine to be up and running by mid-October. (Daily Triplicate)
Juneau leaders back up earmarks Sep 18, 2008
9 million to improve its diagnostic imaging facilities. The hospital serves patients from elsewhere in the region, and the new equipment will prevent people from having to travel to Seattle or Anchorage for testing, said Ernest Wick, Diagnostic Imaging manager for Bartlett. (Juneau Empire)
Indo-American wins nuke medicine's 'Nobel' Sep 18, 2008
Thakur has focused on developing and evaluating radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic imaging and therapy. He has produced and isolated many medically useful radionuclide and has been instrumental in the preparation of several novel radiopharmaceuticals, noted the society in its press release. (India Times, India)
Costly health care 'average' Sep 17, 2008
The province scored well for providing access to home care, quick access to diagnostic imaging as well as good heart attack survival rates. Walberg said the results suggest provinces like Alberta are spending enough money on health care and should consider changing the way they pay for the system. (Calgary Herald)
CMC-NorthEast seeks $264M project Sep 17, 2008
4 million free-standing diagnostic imaging center in Salisbury. The application for a certificate of need includes a 5,300-square-foot imaging center that would be in the Pinnacle Office Park at 340 Jake Alexander Blvd. It would include computer-tomography, X-ray and digital- mammography services. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Lodi Hall of Fame Sep 15, 2008
"Its spin-off benefits are still resounding throughout the world in the fields of medicine with new diagnostic imaging technologies, optics with improved camera sensitivity and new remote sensing capabilities with homeland security devices," he said. In addition to the telescope, Bulkin was responsible for the Lockheed efforts of Mission to Planet Earth environmental research, which were studies of the earth's resources and the weather. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Hospitals could reduce unnecessary tests for cardiac diagnostic imaging Sep 13, 2008
The study looked at 375 patients who underwent nuclear stress testing at Henry Ford and showed that in the majority of cases, 90 percent, physicians ordered the diagnostic imaging test appropriately using the updated 2007 Appropriateness Criteria of the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology (ACNC) and American College of Cardiology. However, researchers also found that 21 patients should not have received the test because their patient profile and assessment didn't meet the test criteria under... (EurekAlert!)
Communications & Power Industries Showcases New Satellite Communications Products at IBC2008 Sep 12, 2008
End-use applications of these systems include the transmission of radar signals for navigation and location; transmission of deception signals for electronic countermeasures; transmission and amplification of voice, data and video signals for broadcasting, Internet and other types of commercial and military communications; providing power and control for medical diagnostic imaging; and generating microwave energy for radiation therapy in the treatment of cancer and for various industrial and... (PR Newswire)
Nano-sized 'Cargo Ships' To Destroy Tumors Sep 12, 2008
We hope that these devices will improve the diagnostic imaging of cancer and allow pinpoint targeting of treatments into cancerous tumors. The researchers loaded their ships with three payloads before injecting them in the mice. (Science Daily)
Gilbert Hospital Donates First Aid Kits Sep 11, 2008
About Gilbert Hospital Located at 5656 S. Power Rd., a half mile south of Ray Rd., Gilbert Hospital ) is licensed as an acute-care general hospital with 24/7 services including emergency; expanded in-patient including ICU; diagnostic imaging; pharmacy; laboratory; and surgery services. Designated as a Level II trauma center, Gilbert Hospital provides health care services to the communities located throughout the east and southeast valley. (PR Newswire)
Groundbreaking set for new hospital Sep 11, 2008
The new hospital will offer all the services that the hospital now provides and include the newest medical and diagnostic imaging equipment. It will also feature: private patient rooms designed for the comfort of patients and visitors; eastside rooms with views of the foothills and westside rooms with views of the healing garden; newest medical technology; a rooftop helipad for emergency transports; a chapel for prayer and meditation; nearly triple the number of parking spaces; and plenty of... (Enumclaw Courier Herald, WA)
AG Mednet Simplifies Image Exchange Infrastructure and Increases Productivity and Revenue For Affiliates in Imaging Sep 8, 2008
BOSTON, Sept. 8, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AG Mednet, the world's largest diagnostic imaging network, today announced that Affiliates In Imaging, a large radiology practice group based in Oakland, CA, has selected AG Mednet's imaging network and managed service for rapid, reliable and secure diagnostic image exchange with all their client hospitals ... AG Mednet is the world's largest diagnostic imaging network. (Primezone Releases)
Infant Abductions Increase In Private And Public Places Sep 7, 2008
6, 2008) The American Journal of Nursing (AJN) has just announced results from a study, based on 23 years of data collection, identifying new trends in nonfamily infant abductions. The report, conducted in partnership with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, showed that while the number of abductions in hospital settings dramatically declined, those from private homes and public places have increased in incidence. (Science Daily)
Research Foundation Salutes Stand Up to Cancer, Urges Improved Prostate Cancer Imaging Sep 6, 2008
"September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. This is a particularly important month for me as my father, like millions of other men in this country, has prostate cancer, the most common major cancer in the United States. Prostate cancer strikes a man every 2.5 minutes and kills a man every 18 minutes. It has become more common than even breast cancer, yet advanced diagnostic imaging technologies comparable to life-saving mammograms remain unavailable. While prostate cancer can be cured when... (PR Newswire)
LifeGuard Established at the Arizona Heart Institute Sep 5, 2008
"By offering sophisticated imaging technologies combined with laboratory studies that probe much deeper than conventional tests, we are able to evaluate an individual's toxic exposure, nutritional, biochemical and physiological status, paying special attention to the relationship of one body system to another. This allows us to reveal to an individual not only their current health status, but the map of how to live a healthier, longer life void of diseases." LifeGuard has access to... (PR Newswire)
Slidell Memorial Hospital update Sep 4, 2008
SMH's diagnostic imaging center MD Imaging reopens Thursday, Sept. 4. MD Imaging, located at 1495 Gause Blvd., will be open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. for client appointments. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Broadlane Secures Seven-Year Exclusive Contract with Tenet Sep 2, 2008
Tenet Healthcare Corporation, through its subsidiaries, owns and operates acute care hospitals and related ancillary health care businesses, which include ambulatory surgery centers and diagnostic imaging centers. Tenet is committed to providing high quality care to patients in the communities it serves. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Sanofi-aventis completes Symbion buy Sep 1, 2008
Primary, whose main businesses are medical centres and diagnostic services, has sold the Symbion consumer and pharmacy divisions and retained Symbion's pathology, diagnostic imaging and medical centres. 2008 Brought to you by. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
(video in report)Cancer treatment center construction on target Aug 29, 2008
The new facility will offer diagnostic imaging, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, a 30-bed inpatient oncology unit, breast health services, a family resource center, and healing gardens. This cancer center was built in addition to South Shore Hospital s already existing comprehensive cancer care program, Darcy said. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Alberta lags at offering private MRIs Aug 22, 2008
Despite Alberta's reputation as a private health-care powerhouse, new statistics suggest the diagnostic imaging industry is growing faster in other parts of Canada, with no new clinics opening in this province over a four-year period ... The Canadian Institute of Health Information data released Thursday show that several other provinces have more private diagnostic imaging scanners than Alberta. (Calgary Herald)
Medicare not universal without coverage of prescriptions, new CMA head says Aug 21, 2008
In fact, Dr. Ouellet, a radiologist, has operated diagnostic imaging clinics for more than 20 years while also practising in the public system, something that would not be allowed in the rest of Canada. Danielle Martin, chairperson of Canadian Doctors for Medicare, said she was surprised at the "radical" nature of Dr. Ouellet's views and said they do not reflect those of most doctors in Canada. (Globe and Mail -- National)
/R E P E A T -- Persistence Capital Partners Creates Canada's First Private Equity Fund Dedicated to Healthcare/ Aug 19, 2008
PCP made its first investment in March 2008, when it acquired the three businesses of Medisys Health Group - Canada's leading provider of health services to over 4,000 corporations with offices in Montreal, Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver, Ottawa and Quebec City; a leading provider of diagnostic imaging services in Ontario; and a leading provider of medical information services for the Canadian life insurance industry. Dr. Philippe Couillard, former Minister of Health and Social Services of Quebec,... (Canada Newswire)
New CEO, Eller, named for SRMC Aug 19, 2008
Beyond the main Sonora Regional campus on Greenley Road, the center runs a separate diagnostic imaging center nearby and has satellite medical centers in Angels Camp, Arnold, Groveland and Twain Harte. Eller said he and his wife, DeeAnna, were already familiar with the Sierra foothills thanks to a memorable boating vacation at New Melones Reservoir with their two sons several years ago. (The Union Democrat)
New hospital eyed for New Braunfels Aug 17, 2008
While the plans for the hospital are still in the early stages, the current specs call for a facility that would include 100 medical surgical beds, 30 intensive- and coronary-care beds, diagnostic imaging and lab services, and several operating suites. This article is for Paid Print Subscribers ONLY.. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Lantis' OCT Dental Imaging System Capable of Providing Array of Diagnostic Scanning Modalities Aug 14, 2008
Lantis has a strong OCT portfolio of licensed intellectual property and a strategic supply agreement for its OCT Engine with Axsun Technologies that ensures its dominance in the dental market for this next generation diagnostic imaging modality ... Search Healthcare Schools for Diagnostic Imaging Degrees & Training. (Primezone Releases)
Anita Smith retires at Lee after 30 years Aug 14, 2008
For 90 years, Borgess-Lee Memorial Hospital has delivered comprehensive services throughout Dowagiac and Cass County, from cardiac and primary care to rehabilitation and diagnostic imaging. A member of Borgess Health, the largest health care provider in southwest Michigan, the hospital also has the resources to offer specialized, nationally-recognized medicine. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Study finds a wide variety of errors in testing process at family medicine clinics Aug 14, 2008
The tests included lab work, diagnostic imaging and other tests such as pulmonary function tests and electrocardiograms. Errors were classified in one of 10 categories: test ordering, test implementation, reporting results to the clinician, clinician responding to results, notifying the patient of results, administrative, treatments, communications, other process errors, and knowledge and skills. (EurekAlert!)
Amil Exceeds the 3 Million Member Mark, Net Income Moves Up 56% in 2Q08 Aug 13, 2008
The Company is also the MCO with the largest accredited provider network in Brazil, with more than 2,100 hospitals, 32,000 health care clinics and private practices and 5,900 laboratories and diagnostic imaging centers. SOURCE AmilPar. (PR Newswire)
State OKs $150M Rex Hospital expansion Aug 8, 2008
Most diagnostic imaging facilities. One MRI scanner. (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)
CML HealthCare Income Fund Reports 2008 Second Quarter Financial Results Aug 7, 2008
On August 5, 2008, the Fund entered into definitive agreements to acquire General Medical Imaging Services comprising four multi-modality clinics and one single-modality clinic in the Greater Vancouver Area; and Calgary Women's Imaging Centre, Canada's first full-service women's-only diagnostic imaging facility, located in Calgary, Alberta. Notice of Conference Call Management of CML HealthCare Income Fund will host a conference call today, Thursday, August 7, 2008 at 10:00 am (EST) to discuss... (Canada Newswire)
NDS Surgical Imaging buys Dome Imaging Aug 7, 2008
said Wednesday it acquired , which makes medical display products for diagnostic imaging and patient care applications. San Jose-based NDS did not disclose financial or other terms of the deal. (San Jose Business Journal)
Same Dose Of Anthracycline Is Not Safe For Everyone, Study Finds Aug 5, 2008
(May 30, 2008) According to a new study, patients are receiving estimated doses of radiation from medical diagnostic imaging studies, such as CT scans, that may be detrimental to their long term health, putting. (Nov. (Science Daily)
Care to Care LLC Responds to the GAO Report and AHIP White Paper on Radiology Cost and Radiology Benefit Management Aug 1, 2008
Care to Care believes that appropriate radiological and diagnostic imaging services improve member outcomes. A panel of Board Certified Radiologists developed our clinical guidelines and conduct peer to peer reviews in an effort to prevent or at least minimize the high cost of acute and chronic illnesses. (PR Newswire)
Hospital departments move into new wing Aug 1, 2008
Those include emergency services, diagnostic imaging, laboratory draw station, surgery reception area, and patient registration. Ten of the 20 same-day surgery rooms have been in operation since early July, Forgey noted. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Equity stake to boost Vanguard's $125M plan Aug 1, 2008
The Valley is Vanguard's largest market, with six hospitals, a health plan, a group of advanced diagnostic imaging centers, school-based health centers and other facilities and services. "While we enhance our national presence, we will continue to further our activities and growth in the Valley," Ballantyne said. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Nexavar Approved for Liver Cancer in China Jul 28, 2008
In the U.S., Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals comprises the following business units: Women's Healthcare, Diagnostic Imaging, Specialized Therapeutics, Hematology/Cardiology and Oncology ... Its research and business activities are focused on the following areas: Diagnostic Imaging, General Medicine, Specialty Medicine and Women's Healthcare. (PR Newswire)
MSC Completes PBM Transaction with Express Scripts Jul 23, 2008
(Logo: ) MSC's sole focus is to provide market-leading cost containment solutions through its four distinct business lines: Home Health Nursing Services, Transportation/Translation, Durable Medical Equipment and Diagnostic Imaging. "The ancillary market has unique needs and is vastly under-penetrated from a network perspective," said Joe Delaney, MSC's President and CEO. "Placing all our resources, innovation and expertise into fortifying this core business will improve our position as a... (PR Newswire)
Restaurant claims it is being forced out (3410) Jul 23, 2008
Diagnostic imaging services, an on-site laboratory and physician offices also are planned for the location. 7 comment(s). (Northwest Indiana Times)
Foundation Radiology Group to provide services for Va. hospital. Jul 22, 2008
Downtown Pittsburgh-based will provide diagnostic imaging services for under contract agreement effective Aug. 1, the company announced Monday ... Foundation will provide imaging services remotely from its headquarters in Downtown Pittsburgh, according to Dr. Brandon Chan, Foundation's CEO. "Our unique capabilities allow us to cost-effectively provide professional, world-class diagnostic imaging services to the southwest Virginia patients and physicians," he said in a prepared statement. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Lantis' OCT Dental Imaging System Uses Fast-Growing, Light-Based Technology Jul 22, 2008
DENVILLE, N.J., July 22, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Lantis Laser Inc.'s (Other OTC: - ) () OCT Dental Imaging System, a diagnostic aid for the early detection of decay and microstructural defects, deploys optical coherence tomography (OCT), a novel light-based, high-resolution, diagnostic imaging technology ... It is generally considered to be the sixth major diagnostic imaging technology after x-ray, ultrasound, CT scan, MRI and PET scan ... Dr Craig Gimbel, Vice-President Clinical Affairs at... (Primezone Releases)
Sanofi-Aventis to buy Primary Health Care unit for $544 million Jul 21, 2008
Sanofi-Aventis, the largest drug maker in France, agreed to pay 560 million Australian dollars, or $544 million, in cash for Primary Health Care's consumer unit, adding vitamins to its products, which include diabetes and cardiovascular disease treatments (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Primary Health sells Symbion unit for $560m Jul 21, 2008
"The sale of the consumer business will allow Primary to continue its focus on operating its core businesses and progress with the integration of the Symbion business acquired in February,'' Primary managing director Edmund Bateman said. Primary retains Symbion's diagnostics assets - comprising pathology, diagnostic imaging and medical centres. The sale of the consumer business is expected to be completed on August 31. It is conditional on an audit of the Symbion consumer accounts for the... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
