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Welcome to our specialist blog on lung health in general and issues around advancements in lung imaging. Here you will find the latest news and developments, along with thought-leading articles from top pulmonologists, radiologists, and other related professionals.
Perfusion Education
27 June 2025

Understanding Lung Perfusion: What is it? Why does it matter? And how is it measured?

Early identification of Usual Interstitial Pneumonia (UIP) and diagnosis of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) remains a significant challenge in pulmonary medicine. Despite advances in imaging and clinical awareness, the process still requires specialized training and experience that isn't always readily available—especially in non-urban or resource-limited healthcare settings. This gap can
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Dr Chung Interview - AI for Early UIP Detection
17 June 2025

Addressing the Challenge of UIP—and IPF Diagnosis: A Conversation with Dr. Chung

Early identification of Usual Interstitial Pneumonia (UIP) and diagnosis of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) remains a significant challenge in pulmonary medicine. Despite advances in imaging and clinical awareness, the process still requires specialized training and experience that isn't always readily available—especially in non-urban or resource-limited healthcare settings. This gap can
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OSIC Blog Post - Chuck Hatt
07 May 2025

Partner Spotlight: 4DMedical Featured by OSIC

We're thrilled to be featured in the latest OSIC Partner Spotlight, where Chuck Hatt, our Vice President of Medical & Clinical Affairs, discusses 4DMedical’s leadership in transforming pulmonary diagnostics. The blog highlights our commitment to advancing lung health through innovative, non-invasive imaging solutions powered by AI, including the FDA-cleared IQ-UIP™
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Lung Imaging Trends
27 April 2025

Lung Imaging Trends

Lung imaging is entering a new era with advancements in AI, machine learning, and innovative imaging techniques. Historically, diagnosing chronic respiratory conditions like asthma, COPD, and bronchiectasis has been difficult. Patients may report regular symptoms, yet their lungs often look “unremarkable” on traditional imaging methods. In many cases, a lung
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Overcoming Barriers to Lung Health Screening
11 April 2025

Bridging the Gap: Overcoming Barriers to Preventive Cancer Screenings for At-Risk Populations

A recent study conducted at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston revealed that patients who are most in need of preventive screenings for breast, lung, and colorectal cancers are actually less likely to receive screenings compared to patients with lower risk factors. For many cancers, like lung cancer, the disease is
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Keep Your Lungs Healthy
11 April 2025

5 Ways to Keep Your Lungs Healthy

Our lungs are hard at work every day, taking in oxygen, filtering out carbon dioxide, and powering every cell in our bodies. Issues with pulmonary health quickly affect our heart, brain, and other major organs. Quality of life can be severely impacted by poor lung health, with individuals no longer
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Innovation in Respiratory Imaging
04 April 2025

Reducing the Burden on Healthcare Systems: The Efficiency of 4D Imaging in Respiratory Medicine

Anyone who has faced a health challenge knows that a diagnosis can take time, often, a lot of time. Studies suggest that the average patient can wait 25 to 1,800 days for a diagnosis, and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) reports that this timeline can extend to four to
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Price Transparency and Radiology
28 February 2025

Price Transparency and Radiology: A Necessity for Better Patient Care

Recent findings published in the Journal of the American College of Radiology highlight a concerning trend: high out-of-pocket costs for imaging procedures can delay necessary medical diagnoses, potentially impacting patient outcomes. This underscores the critical role of price transparency in radiology.
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21 February 2025

How Coronary Artery Calcification Predicts Heart Health

Coronary artery calcification is a strong indicator of heart health and potential heart attack risk. The calcification aspect refers to the collection of calcium in your heart’s two main arteries (the coronary arteries). These arteries are responsible for pumping blood to the rest of the body. A well-functioning heart also
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