Orthopaedic Sports Specialists installs Sectra PACS

Orthopaedic Sports Specialists has installed Sectra PACS at their main facility in Glastonbury, Conn. Orthopaedic Sports Specialists is a prominent sports medicine clinic in the Northeast.
    
The organization has fully integrated digital imaging into the diagnosis and treatment of orthopedic trauma and disease through the use of Sectra’s PACS.

“With Sectra PACS, we have improved our workflow and the overall efficiency of the clinic, resulting in a high level of patient care and a better overall patient experience. Sectra’s dedication to orthopedic PACS, and their strong customer service and support, has resulted in a stable transition from film to a digital based environment,” said Dr. Michael Joyce, Orthopaedic Sports Specialists.

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