Florida imaging centers make move to digital with Intelerad

Diagnostic imaging technologies provider Intelerad Medical Systems will install its IntelePACS breast imaging digital mammography at Naples Diagnostic Imaging Centers, part of the NCH Healthcare system based in Naples, Fla.

According to the Montreal-based company, the installation will help the imaging centers move to a paperless system for its radiology needs. The system will eliminate the need for dedicated workstations and provides access to multi-modality images, from within the facilities or remotely.

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