Ivan E. Diaz-Meneses’ Post

Can AI combined with SPECT/CT myocardial perfusion imaging (MPI) effectively predict hospitalization for acute heart failure? According to a team of U.S. researchers, the answer is yes. A recent study published in The Journal of Nuclear Medicine - JNM represents, to our knowledge, the first evidence demonstrating that integrating SPECT MPI into an AI-based risk assessment algorithm significantly improves the prediction of hospitalizations due to heart failure. You can read more about this interesting breakthrough here: https://lnkd.in/gacjSFEe #NuclearMedicine #Radiopharmaceuticals #HeartHealth

Last month, professionals and advocates from all of the country gathered at Capitol Hill, we educated and advocated on the impact of three important topics. The first topic was THE FIND ACT. The FIND ACT is now more important than ever as the field of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging has entered an era of growth furthering the sector of precision medicine. However, due to CMS bundling our specialized isotopes as a "supply", many organizations cannot absorb the financial loss. This has limited access to this care. The organizations that do perform the more specialized imaging, either absorb the cost or switch to the latest radiopharmaceutical coming out for commercial use because of pass through. <---- this in particular is bothersome as we should switch as the radiopharmaceuticals IMPROVE patient outcomes not because CMS establishes a limited reimbursement window. Please follow the link below to send a pre-drafted letter to your state legislators.

The Enchanting Realm of Nuclear Medicine Molecular Imaging" 🌟🧬🔬 Nuclear Medicine Molecular Imaging is akin to having X-ray vision 👓—but on steroids 💪. It offers a peek 👀 into the body’s functions by using radiopharmaceuticals, essentially drugs tagged with radioactive markers ☢️. Picture tagging your keys with glow-in-the-dark stickers 🔑🌟 to find them in the dark 🌃; similarly, we’re tagging molecules to observe their behavior inside the body 🧬. #molim #drugdevelopment

#DidYouKnow in the 2010's, the emergence of radiotherapeutics using isotopes like Lu-177 marked a milestone shift in the nuclear medicine market, changing the importance of isotopes in healthcare? The radiotherapeutic market represented 20% of the total nuclear medicine market in 2019, up from 6% in 2013. Through continued investment and innovation, it is projected that radiotherapeutics will represent around 75% of the market by 2031, massively expanding the possibilities for personalized medical treatments!

🔬 Excited to share our latest publication: "Evaluation of parameters affecting Intrinsic Uniformity for optimum daily QC"! 📊 We explored key factors influencing daily Quality Control (QC) in nuclear medicine, aiming to enhance diagnostic accuracy and patient care. Our findings offer insights into best practices for maintaining imaging quality. Read more [link to publication]. #NuclearMedicine #QualityControl #Research #DiagnosticImaging

This is extremely important for getting our patient the care and imaging they need that is detrimental for their treatment and planning. Write your legislators today! Don’t have time; they did the work for you! Did it from my phone in less than 30 seconds! #patientcare #accesstocare #supportingpatientneeds #submityoursupport #nuclearmedicine #legislation #timewellspent

More about the arrive of United Imaging Healthcare to MEXICO 🇲🇽 🦾⚕️⚛️☢️ | This device is installed in public sector in Mexico city. | Personally I hope we can install the next one in private sector. | The MedicinaNuclearMX collective are Mexican Nuclear Medicine Physicians promoting, expanding clinical use & doing disruptive business by private sector in Mexico. #molecularimaging #nuclearmedicine #PETct United Imaging - North America

#nuclearmedicine and #molecularimaging are highly sophisticated medical technologies that have harnessed the power of the atom for the benefit of humanity; for the benefit of you! We are medical golden! 🇲🇽⚕️⚛️☢️🚀🏆🦾 | Available at my centers of clinical practice in MEXICO. The MedicinaNuclearMX collective are Mexican Nuclear Medicine Physicians promoting, expanding clinical use & doing disruptive business by private sector in Mexico.

Celebrating #EarthDay with Nuclear Medicine: A Green Approach to Healthcare ☢️ ---------- Today, on #Earth_Day, let's celebrate the innovative field of nuclear medicine that offers powerful diagnostic tools while minimizing environmental impact! 🌎 How is it green? ♻️ Compared to traditional imaging (CT scans, X-rays), nuclear medicine procedures: ✅Require less overall energy. ⚡ ✅Use smaller amounts of contrast dyes, reducing waste disposal. ️🗑 ✅Help with earlier diagnoses, potentially reducing the need for more invasive procedures. Nuclear medicine's role in a healthy planet: 🌟Enables targeted treatment approaches, leading to less medication use and potentially fewer side effects. 🥰 🌟 Helps monitor treatment effectiveness, minimizing unnecessary procedures. 💉 Looking ahead: 👩🔬Researchers are constantly developing new radiotracers for a wider range of diseases, further promoting a greener approach to healthcare. 💚 ------- 🙋♂️Let's celebrate Nuclear Medicine for its contributions to accurate diagnoses, effective treatments, and a healthier planet! 😊 #NuclearMedicine #GreenHealthcare 🩺

PET positron emission tomography is a nuclear medicine functional technique that is used to display the total concentration of radioactive elements in the body PET and nuclear magnetic resonance NMR both are quantitative radiological technique radiologist use PET to diagnose tumor , brain and heart disorders.