What are some of the means at our disposal to assess how well our hearts are functioning? What new technologies are available and what are some of the promising avenues in imagiing research and development. Dr. Robert Beanlands will also be presenting at the World Society of Cardio-Thoracic Surgeons conference and the title of his [...]

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Originally published in The Ottawa Citizen, August 6, 2005 Original Title: Sounds Like a Good Idea New ultrasound technologies offer valuable diagnostic tools The application of new technologies and research has the potential to revolutionize medical diagnostic imaging, diagnosis and treatment. My last column looked at the amazing progress being made to restore lost sight. [...]