The Breast Imaging Task Force of the WSRS fully endorses the recent statement put forth by the Society of Breast Imaging which outlines a thoughtful and sensible approach to re-opening of breast imaging services during these uncertain times. We strongly
A message from the WSRS Board
Dear Members, As you are aware, the Washington State government has taken several measures to slow the coronavirus pandemic, such as social distancing and a pause on all elective medical procedures. The latter includes non-urgent imaging studies and screening examinations.
COVID-19 Response
The Washington State Medical Association (WSMA), Washington state officials, and the state’s health care community have joined the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in responding to an outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Initially detected
Image Wisely 2020
WSRS pledges to endorse and promote the goals of Image Wisely among our members and students: Image Wisely is committed to raising awareness throughout the medical community of opportunities for eliminating unnecessary imaging exams and to lowering the amount of
3D Mammography in the News
The Seattle Times published a front-page article on Oct. 27 about 3D mammography. This piece, which was written by Kaiser Health News and published in USA Today last week, stated that digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT or 3D mammography) was no
ACR Breast Imaging Toolkit
“Talking to Patients about Breast Cancer Screening” CME Toolkit from ACR The ACR strongly encourages radiologists to download these materials now available on their website. This toolkit contains informative materials designed to better inform patients and help providers assess the
WSRS President’s Viewbox: May 2019
Dear Members, The first quarter saw the Executive Committee undertake activities involving political advocacy and networking both locally and in Washington D.C. At the annual Olympia Day held on January 23rd this year, our delegation visited several State House and
ACR Annual Meeting
The 2019 ACR Meeting in Washington DC was a success. This important meeting included the annual Capitol Hill Day visits with our Washington State legislators. The WSRS delegates had the opportunity to meet with our legislators in Washington DC on
WSRS launches website to answer patient & provider breast density questions
The WSRS Breast Imaging Task Force has created a new website to provide information and answer questions regarding the Washington State Bill 5084, passed in 2018, which requires mammography facilities to inform patients of their breast density beginning January 1st,
Gold medal Chapter Recognition Award
ACR Chapter Recognition Program. ACR IS pleased to announce that WSRS has been selected to receive the award for Excellence in Meetings & Education in Division D. Your chapter’s commitment to excellence in Meetings & Education has not gone unnoticed