PACS

Picture archiving and communication systems (PACS) have replaced conventional radiographic films as the digital image-viewing hub over the past two decades and now serve as the primary communication bridge between radiologists, radiologic technologists and referring providers. PACS enables all authorized clinicians to access medical images and reports quickly, easily and from virtually any location. Some health systems have integrated PACS into the electronic medical record (EMR). Others have moved to enterprise image systems to replace radiology PACS and allow all departments to now store images and reports in one location for easier health system-wide access.

Key trends in enterprise imaging
Radiology is going though a period of disruption with a growing radiologist shortage, decreasing reimbursements and increasing numbers of exams, making workflow efficiency a critical concern.
Cloud-based platforms could expand teleradiology access to tens of thousands of patients in need
Dedicated teleradiology services could expand quality healthcare in regions where access and staffing shortages hinder patient care the most.
Hospital system data sharing initiative leads to 80% of patients accessing their imaging records
The change was made to comply with the information blocking rule in the 21st Century Cures Act.
Aycan introduces a 'mini' PACS for independent practices
The enterprise imaging system is equipped with basic features for storage and sharing, with the option to upgrade.
OmegaAI adds 'progressive loading' for real-time radiology image reading
The cloud-based enterprise image system loads scan results almost instantly.

Billions of images left vulnerable online due to unsecured PACS

The findings build off of a September 2019 report from German security firm Greenbone Networks, which revealed that more than 730 million medical images were accessible over the internet.

January 14, 2020

INFINITT to showcase INFINITT PACS 7.0, an AI-empowered, Intelligent PACS, at RSNA 2019

INFINITT North America, award–winning developer of enterprise image management solutions for healthcare, will be highlighting a next generation, AI-empowered PACS viewer at RSNA 2019.

November 22, 2019

Lake Medical Imaging Selects INFINITT for Multi-Site RIS/PACS, Mammography PACS and Disaster Recovery

INFINITT North America, an award-winning developer of Enterprise Imaging solutions for radiology, cardiology, mammography and advINFINITT North America, award-winning developer of enterprise imaging solutions for radiology, cardiology, mammography, pathology and advanced visualization, will be implementing INFINITT RIS/PACS and INFINITT Mammo PACS at six Lake Medical Imaging facilities in The Villages and Leesburg, Florida.

August 8, 2019

Intelerad commits $75 Million to R&D for new AI and cloud-based medical imaging software solutions

Montreal-based software company accelerates 20-year track record of international growth.

May 31, 2019

Midwest hospital purchases Carestream’s radiology PACS, advanced image reading, reporting tools

Carestream

Platform provides comprehensive capabilities at affordable cost.

May 16, 2019

Missouri healthcare system deploys Carestream’s PACS, Vendor-Neutral Archive, Enterprise Viewer

Carestream

New portal allows patients to easily, securely view and share their medical images.

April 17, 2019

Check the PACS, radiology isn’t fully prepared for AI

There is an "immaturity" between machines and humans, said Paul J. Chang, MD, of the University of Chicago. Unless radiology departments augment their current IT infrastructure, AI could become another technological-driver of burnout.

February 22, 2019

Plaque characteristics boost predictive power of CTA risk scoring

A CT angiography (CTA)-derived score that also incorporated the extent, location and composition of coronary plaque outperformed a model that focused only on the severity of stenosis, researchers reported Jan. 16 in JACC: Cardiovascular Imaging.

January 18, 2019

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AI improves CT assessments, boosts care for real-world heart patients

Automated AI-generated measurements combined with annotated CT images can improve treatment planning and help referring physicians and patients better understand their disease, explained Sarah Jane Rinehart, MD, director of cardiac imaging with Charleston Area Medical Center.

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AI predicts cardiovascular risk during CT scans—no invasive tests or contrast required

Two advanced algorithms—one for CAC scores and another for segmenting cardiac chamber volumes—outperformed radiologists when assessing low-dose chest CT scans.

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Google teams with Bayer to address radiologist burnout via AI

"Gen AI can help tackle repetitive tasks and provide insights into massive datasets, saving valuable time," Thomas Kurian, CEO of Google Cloud, said Tuesday.

PACS

Key trends in enterprise imaging

Cloud-based platforms could expand teleradiology access to tens of thousands of patients in need

Hospital system data sharing initiative leads to 80% of patients accessing their imaging records

Aycan introduces a 'mini' PACS for independent practices

OmegaAI adds 'progressive loading' for real-time radiology image reading

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