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From Foundation to Frontier: Radiology Leaders Discuss Scaling AI in Imaging

Radiology informatics is advancing fast, with AI moving beyond pilots to real-world impact — improving image interpretation, streamlining workflows and supporting clinical decisions. Still, many health systems are working through key challenges: integration, governance and building trust among teams. The…

Jan 29, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST

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Dr. Paul Yi, Associate Professor of Radiology and Chief of the Intelligent Imaging Informatics Section, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Dr. Moozhan Nikpanah, Chief Resident in Diagnostic Radiology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Recipient of Philips Emerging Leader RLI Scholarship
Dr. Sanjay Gandhi, Chief Medical Officer for Philips Enterprise Informatics

Where dental shortages stand going into 2026

There are currently 7,443 dental professional shortage areas in the U.S., according to the most recent data from the Health Resources and Services Administration. The HRSA updated its dashboard showcasing data on health professional shortages Dec. 18. The dashboard shows…

Smile Doctors' growth in 2025: 6 key moves

Dallas-based Smile Doctors is one of the largest DSOs in the U.S., supporting more than 560 offices in 36 states. Here is what the DSO accomplished this year: 1. Smile Doctors was included on Newsweek‘s list of the greatest workplaces…

5 notable dental tech acquisitions in 2025

Here are five notable acquisitions between dental technology companies that have taken place this year: 1. Dental 3D printing company SprintRay acquired the dental portfolio of EnvisionTEC, a global manufacturer of 3D printers. The acquisition includes patents, trademarks, inventory and…

Why efficiency is becoming the new growth strategy for ambulatory care organizations

Ambulatory leaders face a stark reality: cost pressures, staffing shortages and access bottlenecks are rising faster than resources can keep up. Yet expectations for growth and patient experience haven’t softened. According to a Becker’s survey, organizations are turning to seven…

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'We are at a crisis': CareQuest CEO zeroes in on top priorities for dental care access in 2026

The CareQuest Institute for Oral Health will continue to advocate for dental care accessibility as the industry faces persistent challenges along with some new obstacles in 2026. Wade Rakes, the organization’s new CEO, recently spoke with Becker’s to discuss roadblocks…

Dental technology company acquires PMS platform

Dental lab company Dandy has acquired Neem, a dental practice management software company. The two companies said they aim to advance digital innovation in restorative dentistry, according to a Dec. 9 news release. This is one of several acquisitions within…

4 updates on unlicensed dentistry cases

Here are four updates on unlicensed dentistry since September: 1. A grand jury indicted a man in Atlanta who has been accused of performing cosmetic dental procedures without a dental license. 2. A Texas man was given probation and ordered…

How 3 systems are improving patient flow and workforce alignment at infusion centers

Infusion centers are under growing pressure as cancer incidence rises and treatment protocols grow more complex. At the same time, staffing shortages and workforce fatigue are making it harder to meet demand. Facilities, pharmacy operations, and clinical teams aren’t scaling…

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Pearl earns FDA clearance for dental pathology in panoramic X-rays

Dental AI company Pearl was granted FDA 510(k) clearance for the detection of dental pathologies on panoramic X-rays. Pearl’s Second Opinion platform is now available to use to identify caries, periapical radiolucencies and impacted third molars on panoramic radiographs, according…