Cloud-based PACS offers significant cost savings, better collaboration, and faster diagnostics. Key Takeaways: Cloud-based PACS offers efficiency and availability not available with in-house storage Security fears can be laid to rest because cloud PACS systems use the HIPAA enforcement rule and Health-Level 7 (HL7) transmission protocols to ensure data encryption. Cloud-based PACS offer…
Telemedicine platforms and remote diagnostic devices became essential to maintain social distancing during COVID-19, and they’ll continue to redefine healthcare moving forward. Key Takeaways: Digital preparedness and tools became essential for healthcare organizations during the pandemic to maintain patient care Telehealth came to the forefront as regulatory barriers to access came down and…
When it comes to full anatomic visualization, digital 3D models provide superior benefits over their physical counterparts. Key Takeaways: Healthcare practitioners can build digital 3D models to visualize patients’ anatomical structures 3D models enable surgeons, radiologists, and other healthcare professionals to gain a clear understanding of patients’ medical issues based on MRI and…
When it comes to storing medical images, healthcare professionals need to prioritize patient privacy. Key Takeaways: MRI and CT scans contain sensitive patient data, and they must be stored and secured accordingly. Healthcare data breaches are becoming increasingly common around the world. Complying with HIPAA and HITECH enables a healthcare organization to minimize…
Augmented reality and virtual reality technologies in medicine are revolutionizing patient treatment. Here’s where AR and VR in medicine could be headed. Key Takeaways: Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies can be used to improve the patient experience. With AR and VR, surgeons, radiologists, and other healthcare professionals can leverage 3D…
Key Takeaways: Cybercriminals are launching picture archiving and communication system (PACS) attacks to steal patient data from healthcare organizations. Hackers can exploit PACS security gaps to launch attacks and illegally access patient data. Healthcare organizations must utilize medical visualization software that complies with HIPAA and other data security regulations to keep cybercriminals at bay.…
21st-century medicine depends on imaging solutions for proper diagnosis and care of patients, here’s how to make sure your imaging workflow is easy and efficient. Key Takeaways Medical imaging plays a more prominent role than ever in the patient’s diagnostic and treatment process. Addressing medical imaging workflow challenges is well worth the effort…
New advances in visualization technology are helping surgeons prepare for procedures, treat patients, and enhance their skills. Key Takeaways: Surgeons can use advanced visualization technology to go beyond computerized tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans for medical imaging. With advanced visualization technology, surgeons can use 3D models to prepare for procedures…
It’s shocking to think that just a few short decades ago, mammography was a rare procedure offered by few radiologists. In fact, the first completely dedicated mammography unit was developed by Gros in France In The Middle 1960s. Needless to say, things are a lot different now. Mammography is taken seriously by both physicians…
Open source software runs the world. The browser you’re reading this post on, your desktop at home and even your smartwatch are all sustained by software which is open source. But what exactly is open source software? The Oxford dictionary defines it as “Software for which the original source code is made freely available…