# Cardiothoracic Radiology * **Definition:** A subspecialty of radiology that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions affecting the heart, lungs, and thoracic cavity through the use of imaging techniques such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and ultrasound. * **Taxonomy:** Specialties / Cardiothoracic Radiology ## News * Selected news on the topic of **Cardiothoracic Radiology**, for healthcare technology leaders * 2.1K news items are in the system for this topic * Posts have been filtered for tech-related keywords | Date | Title | Source | | --- | --- | --- | | 5/28/2025 | [**Driscoll Children's to unveil $100M heart center expansion**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/cardiology/driscoll-childrens-to-unveil-100m-heart-center-expansion/) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 5/19/2025 | [**Arineta's SpotLight Duo CT Scanner Receives FDA Clearance for Low-Dose Lung Cancer Screening**](https://hitconsultant.net/2025/05/19/fda-clearance-enables-dual-heart-lung-screening-in-single-image/) | [[HIT Consultant]] | | 12/18/2024 | [**Healthcare AI News 12/18/24**](https://histalk2.com/2024/12/18/healthcare-ai-news-12-18-24/) | [[HISTalk]] | | 12/18/2024 | [**VSee Health Awarded Teleradiology Services Agreement with Premier, Inc.**](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241218912145/en/VSee-Health-Awarded-Teleradiology-Services-Agreement-with-Premier-Inc./?feedref=JjAwJuNHiystnCoBq_hl-RLXHJgazfQJNuOVHefdHP-D8R-QU5o2AvY8bhI9uvWSD8DYIYv4TIC1g1u0AKcacnnViVjtb72bOP4-4nHK5ieT3WxPE8m_kWI77F87CseT) | [[Business Wire]] | | 12/11/2024 | [**Do AI Diagnostics have a role in telemedicine? What does this mean for healthcare equity?**](https://www.healthtechmagazines.com/do-ai-diagnostics-have-a-role-in-telemedicine-what-does-this-mean-for-healthcare-equity/) | [[Health Tech Magazines]] | | 12/4/2024 | [**Ketryx Announces DeepHealth Selected Its Software to Accelerate AI-Powered Health ...**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ketryx-announces-deephealth-selected-its-software-to-accelerate-ai-powered-health-informatics-innovation-302321708.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 12/3/2024 | [**180+ chief medical officers to know - 2025 - Becker's Hospital Review**](https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/180-chief-medical-officers-to-know-2025.html) | [[Beckers Hospital Review]] | | 12/1/2024 | [**Bayer Showcases Growing Radiology Portfolio at RSNA 2024 - Business Wire**](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241201662413/en/Bayer-Showcases-Growing-Radiology-Portfolio-at-RSNA-2024) | [[Business Wire]] | | 12/1/2024 | [**Bayer Showcases Growing Radiology Portfolio at RSNA 2024**](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241201662413/en/Bayer-Showcases-Growing-Radiology-Portfolio-at-RSNA-2024/?feedref=JjAwJuNHiystnCoBq_hl-RLXHJgazfQJNuOVHefdHP-D8R-QU5o2AvY8bhI9uvWSD8DYIYv4TIC1g1u0AKcacnnViVjtb72bOP4-4nHK5ieT3WxPE8m_kWI77F87CseT) | [[Business Wire]] | | 12/1/2024 | [**Bayer Showcases Growing Radiology Portfolio at RSNA 2024**](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241201662413/en/Bayer-Showcases-Growing-Radiology-Portfolio-at-RSNA-2024/?feedref=JjAwJuNHiystnCoBq_hl-Q-tiwWZwkcswR1UZtV7eGe24xL9TZOyQUMS3J72mJlQ7fxFuNFTHSunhvli30RlBNXya2izy9YOgHlBiZQk2LOzmn6JePCpHPCiYGaEx4DL1Rq8pNwkf3AarimpDzQGuQ==) | [[Business Wire]] | | 12/1/2024 | [**Bayer Showcases Growing Radiology Portfolio at RSNA 2024**](https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241201662413/en/Bayer-Showcases-Growing-Radiology-Portfolio-at-RSNA-2024/) | [[Business Wire]] | | 11/25/2024 | [**Maverick Medical AI, NewVue.ai, and RADPAIR Announce Strategic Integration to Reduce Burnout and Optimize Financial Performance**](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241125220631/en/Maverick-Medical-AI-NewVue.ai-and-RADPAIR-Announce-Strategic-Integration-to-Reduce-Burnout-and-Optimize-Financial-Performance/?feedref=JjAwJuNHiystnCoBq_hl-Q-tiwWZwkcswR1UZtV7eGe24xL9TZOyQUMS3J72mJlQ7fxFuNFTHSunhvli30RlBNXya2izy9YOgHlBiZQk2LOzmn6JePCpHPCiYGaEx4DL1Rq8pNwkf3AarimpDzQGuQ==) | [[Business Wire]] | | 11/25/2024 | [**Maverick Medical AI, NewVue.ai, and RADPAIR Announce Strategic Integration to Reduce Burnout and Optimize Financial Performance**](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20241125220631/en/Maverick-Medical-AI-NewVue.ai-and-RADPAIR-Announce-Strategic-Integration-to-Reduce-Burnout-and-Optimize-Financial-Performance/?feedref=JjAwJuNHiystnCoBq_hl-RLXHJgazfQJNuOVHefdHP-D8R-QU5o2AvY8bhI9uvWSD8DYIYv4TIC1g1u0AKcacnnViVjtb72bOP4-4nHK5ieT3WxPE8m_kWI77F87CseT) | [[Business Wire]] | | 10/7/2024 | [**Siloam Hospitals Group and Philips sign AI capability MoU to support Indonesia's ... - Morningstar**](https://www.morningstar.com/news/globe-newswire/1000995993/siloam-hospitals-group-and-philips-sign-ai-capability-mou-to-support-indonesias-healthcare-transformation-strategy) | [[Morningstar]] | | 9/26/2024 | [**Global Health Exhibition to Showcase Unique Advances in AI-Enabled Diagnostics and Patient Care**](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/global-health-exhibition-to-showcase-unique-advances-in-ai-enabled-diagnostics-and-patient-care-302259884.html) | [[PR Newswire]] | | 9/23/2024 | [**JAMA**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2823929) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 9/2/2024 | [**JAMA**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2823031) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 8/26/2024 | [**JAMA**](https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2822727) | [[JAMA Network]] | | 8/14/2024 | [**Ai4 Conference - Day 1**](https://www.healthitanswers.net/ai4-conference-day-1/) | [[Health IT Answers]] | | 8/5/2024 | [**Bayer and Alara Imaging Announce Collaboration**](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240805207093/en/Bayer-and-Alara-Imaging-Announce-Collaboration/?feedref=JjAwJuNHiystnCoBq_hl-RLXHJgazfQJNuOVHefdHP-D8R-QU5o2AvY8bhI9uvWSD8DYIYv4TIC1g1u0AKcacnnViVjtb72bOP4-4nHK5ieT3WxPE8m_kWI77F87CseT) | [[Business Wire]] | | 7/26/2024 | [**Mass General, UW Health Working With Microsoft on Medical Imaging AI**](https://www.hcinnovationgroup.com/imaging/artificial-intelligence/news/55128823/mass-general-uw-health-working-with-microsoft-on-medical-imaging-ai) | [[Healthcare Innovation]] | | 7/25/2024 | [**Artificial Intelligence - Healthcare IT News**](https://www.healthcareitnews.com/taxonomy/term/7341/m89gsv6dzcjz.jsp/page/130?type=video) | [[Healthcare IT News]] | | 7/24/2024 | [**Microsoft partners with Mass General Brigham, UW Health to advance AI models for radiology**](https://www.mobihealthnews.com/news/microsoft-partners-mass-general-brigham-uw-health-advance-ai-models-radiology) | [[MobiHealthNews]] | | 7/24/2024 | [**Microsoft, Mass General Brigham & UW Health to Advance GenAI in Medical Imaging**](https://hitconsultant.net/2024/07/24/microsoft-mass-general-brigham-uw-health/) | [[HIT Consultant]] | | 6/26/2024 | [**AI in Healthcare News and Updates**](https://www.healthitanswers.net/ai-in-healthcare-news-and-updates-062624/) | [[Health IT Answers]] | ## Specialty Overview (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Key Players - **Cleerly**: A company specializing in AI-enabled cardiovascular imaging solutions, particularly in coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA). - **RamSoft**: A leader in cloud-based radiology solutions, providing innovative software for imaging centers and teleradiology providers. - **Blackford**: A provider of radiology and operational AI solutions, focusing on improving clinical efficiency and patient outcomes. - **RapidAI**: A company focused on streamlining radiology workflows through advanced AI technology, enhancing care coordination. - **GE HealthCare**: A leading company in medical imaging technology, actively involved in projects like Thera4Care to enhance personalized cancer care. - **Royal Philips**: A major player in healthcare technology, focusing on integrated diagnostics and remote radiology operations. - **Medtronic PLC**: A global leader in medical technology, focusing on innovative solutions in minimally invasive surgical instruments and cardiothoracic surgery. - **Dicom Systems**: A provider of imaging management solutions processing billions of medical images annually. - **Mindray**: A medical technology company enhancing ultrasound imaging access through strategic partnerships. - **Konica Minolta**: Provider of digital radiography solutions, focusing on improving workflows and resource management in radiology. - **United Imaging**: Provider of advanced imaging systems, including MRI and PET/CT technologies, aimed at improving diagnostic precision. - **Deepc**: An AI operating system vendor that achieved ISO 27001:2022 certification for information security in radiology. - **Densitas**: A leader in Operational AI for mammography, collaborating with the ACR Learning Network to enhance quality standards in breast cancer screening. - **Dr. Mehmet Oz**: A prominent cardiothoracic surgeon and television personality, nominated to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, influencing healthcare policies. - **Bayer**: A pharmaceutical company advancing medical imaging solutions and AI technology in radiology. - **mediaire**: A company specializing in AI solutions for radiology, already established in over 350 hospitals and clinics in Europe. ### Partnerships and Collaborations - **LucidHealth and Rad AI**: Partnering to provide AI-driven radiology solutions, enhancing capabilities in radiology practices. - **RamSoft and Upland Software**: Integrating cloud-based solutions to enhance workflows for radiologists and imaging experts. - **Microsoft and UW Health**: Developing AI tools for radiologists to interpret chest X-rays and generate reports. - **Deepc and NHS Trusts**: Facilitating the deployment of AI tools to alleviate backlogs in radiology departments. - **Thera4Care**: A project aimed at standardizing theranostic methods across Europe, involving GE HealthCare and various academic and industry partners. - **RapidAI and healthcare systems**: Partnerships to implement the Rapid Enterprise Platform, optimizing radiology operations and enhancing patient care. - **Bayer and Alara Imaging**: Collaborating to address variability in radiation doses from CT scans, aiming to reduce unnecessary radiation exposure. - **American College of Radiology (ACR) and ARCH-AI**: Launched the first national AI quality assurance program for radiology facilities to ensure safe and effective AI implementation. - **Akumin and United Imaging**: Collaboration to establish a Center of Excellence featuring advanced imaging systems to enhance patient care. - **Maverick Medical AI, NewVue.ai, and RADPAIR**: Strategic partnership to improve radiology workflows and revenue cycle management, integrating AI capabilities. - **Densitas and ACR Learning Network**: A collaboration to align AI solutions with quality improvement objectives in mammography. - **Fovia and Konica Minolta**: Integrating advanced visualization technology into cloud-based PACS for improved diagnostic capabilities. - **Philips and AWS**: Offering an integrated diagnostics portfolio in the cloud to enhance access to imaging insights. - **Bayer and Subtle Medical**: Collaborating to leverage AI technology for enhancing medical imaging workflows. - **Viz.ai and Microsoft**: Integrating AI-powered diagnostic imaging models into clinical workflows to improve patient outcomes. - **Microsoft and Mass General Brigham**: Collaborating to enhance AI in medical imaging, focusing on developing multimodal AI foundation models to improve workflow efficiency and patient care outcomes. - **Royal Philips and AWS**: Expanded collaboration to offer cloud-based integrated diagnostics solutions, enhancing healthcare efficiency. - **Ramaiah Memorial Hospital and Mount Sinai Health System**: A partnership to enhance healthcare services in India through clinical excellence and innovation. - **GE HealthCare and AWS**: Partnering to develop generative AI applications aimed at enhancing patient care and medical diagnostics. ### Innovations, Trends, and Initiatives - **Remote Radiology Operations**: Philips' Radiology Operations Command Center (ROCC) allows remote assistance for improved diagnostic imaging quality. - **Teleradiology**: Gaining traction as it allows remote consultations and improves patient care. - **Telemedicine and Teleradiology**: Increasing demand for remote imaging solutions and advanced diagnostic capabilities post-COVID-19. - **AI in Radiology**: Integration of AI technologies to enhance diagnostic accuracy, streamline workflows, and improve patient outcomes. - **Generative AI in Radiology**: Emerging technologies aimed at improving diagnostic accuracy and operational efficiency in radiology, with a focus on enhancing clinician decision-making. - **Digital Radiography Solutions**: Konica Minolta's introduction of Bone Suppression Imaging (BSI) for enhanced lung visualization in chest X-rays. - **AI-Quantitative Coronary CT (AI-QCT)**: Cleerly's validated technology for assessing coronary atherosclerotic plaque, enhancing personalized care for coronary artery disease (CAD). - **ARCH-AI Program**: A framework established by ACR for integrating AI into radiology practices, focusing on safety and patient care improvements. - **Cloud Computing in Healthcare**: Advancements in cloud technology are improving the capabilities of cardiology information systems. - **Teleradiology Growth**: The U.S. teleradiology market is expanding due to technological advancements and the demand for quick diagnostic solutions. - **AI4VBH Initiative**: A collaboration to accelerate the adoption of radiology AI within the NHS, focusing on model testing and deployment. - **Sonic DL for 3D**: A new imaging technology from GE HealthCare that accelerates MRI scans while maintaining diagnostic quality. - **AI in Diagnostic Imaging**: The integration of AI into imaging modalities like MRI and CT scans is enhancing diagnostic accuracy and reducing analysis time. - **3D Printing in Radiology**: The use of 3D printing technology is improving surgical planning and patient outcomes by creating accurate anatomical models. - **AI Quality Assurance Program**: Initiated by the American College of Radiology to ensure governance and compliance in AI applications. - **Teleradiology Market Growth**: Projected growth of the teleradiology market from USD 9.40 billion in 2023 to USD 36.67 billion by 2029, driven by technological advancements. - **ISO 27001**: 2022 Certification: Deepc becomes the first radiology AI platform to achieve this certification, enhancing information security. ### Challenges and Concerns - **Capacity Challenges in Radiology**: Healthcare facilities face critical capacity challenges, necessitating innovative solutions like AI-driven reporting tools. - **Interoperability Issues**: Lack of standard interoperability in healthcare infrastructure, hindering the full potential of teleradiology services. - **Physician Burnout**: The decline in radiologists has led to increased workloads, prompting the need for AI solutions to improve efficiency. - **Regulatory Challenges**: Potential hurdles in the adoption of minimally invasive surgical techniques and AI technologies in healthcare due to stringent regulations. - **Resource Constraints**: Healthcare providers often struggle with limited resources to implement advanced AI technologies effectively. - **AI Integration in Healthcare**: Despite advancements, there is a lack of standardized evaluation metrics for AI tools, making it difficult for providers to assess effectiveness. - **Data Interoperability Issues**: Need for improved data sharing and integration across healthcare systems to enhance patient care. - **Regulatory Hurdles**: Healthcare systems face significant challenges related to compliance with regulations like HIPAA and data privacy. - **Clinician Burnout**: Concerns regarding the impact of AI on clinician workload and the need for human oversight in decision-making. - **Malpractice Risks**: Concerns among physicians regarding malpractice risks associated with the rapid adoption of AI technologies in clinical settings. - **Conflicts of Interest**: Concerns regarding Dr. Oz's financial ties to pharmaceutical companies and their potential influence on healthcare policies if confirmed as CMS Administrator. - **Data Privacy and Security**: With the rise of AI in healthcare, ensuring the protection of sensitive patient data remains a critical concern. - **Cybersecurity Issues**: Concerns regarding the security of patient data and the potential for breaches in AI applications. - **Healthcare Provider Disparities**: Smaller healthcare providers may struggle to keep up with rapid AI advancements, raising concerns about equitable access to technology. - **Data Quality and Interoperability**: AI's effectiveness is heavily reliant on the quality of data, necessitating compliance with established protocols for effective integration. - **Bias in AI Models**: Studies indicate that AI algorithms may rely on demographic shortcuts, raising concerns about fairness and clinical validity. ## Related Topics [[Cardiovascular Radiology]]; [[Chest Radiology]]; [[Cardiovascular Medicine]]; [[Radiology]]; [[Diagnostic Radiology]]; [[Cardiology]]; [[Emergency Radiology]]