CARJ 2021: Year in Review.

Area of Science:

• Radiology and Medical Imaging
• Healthcare Management
• Medical Education

Background:

• The COVID-19 pandemic presented unprecedented challenges to the medical profession globally.
• The CARJ (Current Advanced Radiology Journal) has published significant research addressing these challenges over the past year.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review key topics published in the CARJ during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• To explore advancements in medical imaging technology and artificial intelligence.
• To discuss the impact on physician wellbeing, patient safety, and trainee education.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of articles published in the CARJ during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Thematic analysis of publications covering physician wellbeing, patient safety, technological innovations, and education.
• Exploration of patient privacy in the context of AI in medical imaging.

Main Results:

• Key topics included physician wellbeing and burnout, patient safety protocols, and technological innovations like dual-energy CT, quantitative imaging, and ultra-high frequency ultrasound.
• The pandemic significantly impacted medical trainee education, necessitating new approaches.
• Patient privacy is a critical consideration for developing AI applications in medical imaging.

Conclusions:

• Despite adversity, the COVID-19 pandemic has spurred innovation and new focus areas in radiology and medical imaging.
• The reviewed publications demonstrate resilience and adaptation within the medical community.
• Future directions emphasize technological advancement, enhanced patient care, and ethical considerations in AI development.