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Aikenist secures 510(k) clearance for AI PACS and RIS system

AuntMinnie

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k) clearance to Aikenist Technologies to market its QuickRad AI PACS and RIS with viewer product. The company described the system as a web-based PACS featuring a "Zero Footprint Viewer" with precision measurement tools, structured reporting, and automated AI-assisted diagnosis.

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PACS industry veteran returns to launch cloud workflow platform

AuntMinnie

If you’ve been around the PACS industry for a while, you’ll undoubtedly remember DR Systems, a vendor that launched in the early years of PACS and carved out a niche as an independent firm for over two decades. The company can also provide customers with a full PACS replacement system. But market dynamics are changing.

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Why PACS should be part of undergrads' medical education

Health Imaging

Many traditional radiology courses leave out hands-on opportunities for students—something that could greatly benefit their understanding of the specialty.

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ASTRO vice chair highlights momentum for ROCR Act

AuntMinnie

Along with the government relations committee, this includes membership roles on the ASTRO PAC Board, the Mega Issue Working Group, and the ASTRO Rural Task Force. Its also going to save Medicare money. Corso has served in several roles for ASTRO. Currently, the payment system for radiation oncology services is volume-based.

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Data Security in Medical Imaging: IntelePACS and Best Practices for PACS Systems 

Intelerad

A PACS is one of the most critical assets within a healthcare organization, housing sensitive patient records, diagnostic images, and other Protected Health Information (PHI). By implementing best practices alongside native PACS security features, organizations can establish a robust, nearly impenetrable shield around patient data.

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Radiology practices can make breastfeeding more accessible for returning mothers

AuntMinnie

Researchers led by Courtney Tomblinson, MD, from Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN, outlined current challenges for breastfeeding radiologists and how departments can develop and implement strategic lactation plans to create more accessibility for trainees and faculty.

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How can Enterprise Imaging empower radiology in the modern health network?

AuntMinnie

While academic medical center radiology departments are expanding significantly and hospitals are adapting to health system consolidation trends, demand for innovative imaging informatics remains strong among operations and physician teams. Another, a new hospital complex is underway at University of Utah Health.