What many parents and children do not understand are the dangers associated with sports related head injuries.
Just as with smoking or going green, bad habits can be changed, and new healthier habits and lifestyles can become the norm and a natural part of their choices.
Children -- and adults -- need to know that parents, teachers and others in their lives support and believe that they can succeed and take pleasure in their accomplishments.
As the need for orthopedic imaging of children rises during summer months due to increased physical activities,parents need to better understand safety guidelines for X-rays.
Does your doctor take hard copy or digital radiology images? Does he/she have access to images via PACS? If not, are they working on making it happen?
The courts have increasingly been recognizing the significance of the radiologist and that they are a critical part of the healthcare team.
Technology is fascinating, and can be quite addictive, e.g. bigger, faster, more Apps, more color, more depth and, of course, more cost. How does this idea relate to medicine?
If you are considering a total joint replacement or currently have one and need imaging to evaluate pain or discomfort, speak with your physician about all of the available imaging options
As a doctor (and also a patient that has had to endure prolonged time in waiting rooms) I thought I could shed some light on this subject.
While many children are raised to be well behaved and polite there are a few that use things like obesity to torment and make other children feel badly about themselves.
PRP injections were talked about quite a bit in the news throughout 2009, mainly for its healing properties in injured tendons.
In the world of radiology, medical oncology, and other fields of medicine where radiation plays a key role in diagnosis and treatment, safety must be top priority.
I liken excessive use of salt to something akin to smoking or excessive drinking. Many people know that certain things are bad for their health yet continue to overindulge.
Examinations need to be interpreted with the patient in mind, without bias toward "unnecessary" utilization of "available and convenient" resources that benefit the bottom line of the practice more than the patient.
Reform should focus on the patient and what we (meaning all healthcare providers) can do to ensure the best in quality patient care for most, if not all of our population.
The current process of trying to institute healthcare reform has the potential of completely changing the way healthcare is accessed for everyone. America is at the precipice of change.
My biggest piece of advice for anyone looking closely at Eastern medical practices is to do research, keep an open mind and consult with your physician.
An important factor to consider when acquiring medical images is the equipment that is being used. New technology is regularly being developed, tested and launched.
As a physician I realize that some may think I'm being blasphemous by taking this position but, I wonder, in some cases not all, why we as patients pay so much money for so little time with our physicians.
Wintertime and the hectic holiday season is upon us, bringing long lines and standing around -- carrying way too many packages, carrying things that you know are too heavy or awkward to carry, etc.
As a specialist who has been practicing musculoskeletal radiology for more than 25 years, I find the recent policy proposal of The National Quality Forum to be somewhat concerning.
It is okay to research and gather information when various symptoms present themselves, but avoid self-diagnosis. Leave diagnosis up to your primary care physician or medical specialist.
Studies have shown that a relaxed patient helps to achieve success in imaging; a winning experience for both patients and doctors. Think "simplicity" and "utility" in planning and everyone involved benefits.
National Radiologic Technology Week is celebrated annually to recognize the vital work of Radiologic Technologists across the nation.
Your imaging provider is most likely taking the necessary steps to ensure your safety, but it never hurts to inquire.
