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Medical Expert - Annette Johnson, MD

Area of Expertise: Radiology

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Annette Johnson, MD

Associate Professor, Radiology

Johnson's expertise is in the area of brain tumor imaging, neuroradiology, magnetic resonance imaging and advanced neuroradiology MRI techniques. She has conducted recent research into patient satisfaction when it comes to radiology test results, finding that patients want greater and more timely access to information in their medical records and in understandable lay language. The study looked at the possibility of radiologists using a secure online patient portal to communicate rapid online imaging results directly to patients.

Faculty Profile, Research and Publications

Keywords

pediatric magnetic resonance imaging, neuroradiology, magnetic resonance imaging,

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New Imaging Technique Recommended for Brain Cancer Patients

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Patients Want Immediate Access to Radiology Test Results Even if Theyre Complicated and Contain Bad News

You've been experiencing severe back pain and weakness in your right leg. Your doctor orders a spinal MRI to help determine the cause. The radiology report diagnoses cancer.

Would you rather read the detailed medical report right away at home or wait until your doctor was available to explain the test results, diagnosis and treatment options?