CAE Healthcare acquisitions allows for imaging training services

CAE Healthcare, a simulation and training services provider for healthcare education, has acquired ultrasound services provider ICCU Imaging and echocardiography simulation provider Vimedix.

Montreal-based CAE Healthcare said that the acquisition of the two companies will allow for the expansion of its portfolio to include a specialty in ultrasound imaging training to be employed in healthcare facilities.

Around the web

The new technology shows early potential to make a significant impact on imaging workflows and patient care. 

Richard Heller III, MD, RSNA board member and senior VP of policy at Radiology Partners, offers an overview of policies in Congress that are directly impacting imaging.
 

The two companies aim to improve patient access to high-quality MRI scans by combining their artificial intelligence capabilities.