The Australian Government has introduced new restrictions, limiting MRI scans of the knee for patients aged 50 or over.
From 1st November 2018, patients aged 50 or over, will not qualify for a Medicare rebate for an MRI of the knee, when referred by a GP.
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A new computer program can analyse images of patients’ lung tumours, specify cancer types, and even identify altered genes driving abnormal cell growth, a new study shows.
Led by researchers at NYU School of Medicine and published online in Nature Medicine, the study found that a type of artificial intelligence (AI), or “machine learning” program, could distinguish with 97 percent accuracy between adenocarcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma–two lung cancer types that experienced pathologists at times struggle to parse without confirmatory tests.
Is this the way of the future?
To read more about how artificial intelligence may be the way of the future please follow the links below-
MEDICAL NEWS
SCIENCE DAILY
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/09/180917111642.htm
It’s official! Spring fever is well and truly underway.
The days are warmer, longer and there is a certain buzz in the air. In go the bulky sweaters and out come the bold colours and floral prints. The spring season, however also comes with the rise of the common allergic reactions such as hay fever, rhinitis and congestion. Many of us suffer such symptoms, with 1 in 5 Australians experiencing rhinitis every year, especially those aged between 15 – 64 years.
Signs and symptoms to look out for include:
From the very first moment you decide to come to our practice for a scan we want to make sure you feel comfortable. We want your booking process to be easy and accessible, that is why we now offer the option to “request a booking” via our website.
You also have the convenient My Health Diary patient friendly App available to be downloaded from the App Store. This App allows you to view, store, share and access your images and reports anywhere at any time!
If you have any questions or queries regarding your experience with us we would love to hear from you HERE!
We are pleased to share we will be opening our new Randwick practice, offering a comprehensive range of radiology services for a range of patient needs. Experience patient-centred service in a modern setting. Your journey to better health begins with us. Stay tuned for our grand opening.