UltraLinq, Advanced Imaging align for image management program

UltraLinq Healthcare Solutions, a Raleigh, N.C.-based image manage provider, and healthcare consulting company Advanced Imaging Consultants have formed a partnership for the creation of an all-inclusive business management and operation program for imaging facilities.

According to the companies, Advanced Imaging Consultants will leverage UltraLinq's exam management and reporting system as the infrastructure for its consultation base of sonographers and cardiologists in the establishment and growth of mobile and outreach ultrasound programs.

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