A new 57-page report from MedAxiom explored the latest data on compensation, production, staffing and medical imaging offerings among cardiology programs in the United States. 

Mark Rabbat, MD, discusses the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography's efforts to make an impact by lobbying in Washington. 

“Given the dramatic difference in death risk for older adults receiving complex PCI, we suggest that such interventions in this exceptionally vulnerable population should be approached with additional caution," researchers wrote. 

Carlyle Group, one of the world’s largest private equity firms, is reportedly working to buy the two business units and turn them into a brand new company. 

The advanced AI model, developed by Anumana with help from Mayo Clinic, could provide value as a screening tool for heart failure.

The total value of the acquisition, first announced in 2022, is dependent on various regulatory and commercial milestones.

Cardiologist Martha Gulati, MD, lead author of the 2021 chest pain guidelines, explained how the document may have contributed to the rise of cardiac CT. "These guidelines have made it harder for people to push back and say you don't need this test," she said. 

Vivek Reddy, MD, explained that pulsed field ablation is associated with many benefits compared to the current standard of care in electrophysiology. 

Women cite a lack of time as the primary reason for not scheduling a mammogram, according to a survey from one large health system.

Illinois, New Jersey and Tennessee are the only states in the country to mandate emergency preparedness for pediatric patients.