Computed tomographic (CT) colonography, also referred to as virtual colonoscopy, is providing local clinicians with a minimally invasive screening tool for detecting early colorectal cancer and polyps. Christopher Meyer, MD, radiologist and member of the virtual colonoscopy team at Radiologic
U.S. Task Force Recommends CT Lung Cancer Screening
An influential advisory group, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, has recommended yearly low-dose CT screening for people who are at high risk for lung cancer. “Modeling evidence suggests an annual screening program starting at age 55 years and ending at
Radiologist Spotlight: Jeffrey A. Frazier, MD
Dr. Jeffrey A. Frazier didn’t plan on becoming a physician. He graduated from Clemson University with a degree in finance. After four years working as a commercial lender, he says ““I decided I wanted to do more with my life. There was symmetry in transitioning from helping people with their fiscal health to helping people with their physical health.” Along …
U.S. Task Force Recommends CT Lung Cancer Screening
An influential advisory group, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, has recommended yearly low-dose CT screening for people who are at high risk for lung cancer. “Modeling evidence suggests an annual screening program starting at age 55 years and ending at age 80 years (among current or former smokers with a 30 pack-year smoking history and less than15 years since …