Medical Imaging

Physicians utilize medical imaging to see inside the body to diagnose and treat patients. This includes computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), X-ray, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, angiography,  and the nuclear imaging modalities of PET and SPECT. 

Intelerad Launches Tomosynthesis Module with Diagnostic Features and Functionality

Denver, Colorado and Montreal, Canada – May 13, 2014 – Intelerad Medical Systems™, a leader in medical imaging PACS, RIS and workflow solutions, today announced the launch of their Tomosynthesis Module. Integrated directly into Intelerad’s InteleViewer™, the module eliminates the need for dedicated workstations, allowing practices to easily open new revenue streams, while enhancing radiologists’ workflows by allowing them to read tomosynthesis studies from their main workstation. 

December 12, 2014

FUJIFILM introduces Virtual Grid that offers selectable grid ratios to enhance image contrast and clarity during exams

Stamford, C.T., November 24, 2014 (Booth # 2511, South Building) – FUJIFILM Medical Systems U.S.A., Inc. will introduce a cutting-edge new image processing tool called Virtual Grid– the latest evolution of the company’s digital x-ray advances – at the 100th annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) in Chicago, Ill. The Virtual Grid intelligently adapts contrast to improve image quality for exams that are taken without a grid.

November 25, 2014

On the Horizon: Three Imaging Technologies Head Toward the Clinic

A NIBIB director describes three areas of research with big-impact potential and poised to go from bench to bedside.

November 21, 2014
SNMMI Infographic

SNMMI introduces infographic explaining nuclear medicine therapy

 Reston, Va. (November 20, 2014) — The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) has released a new infographic showing how certain types of cancer can be treated using nuclear medicine therapy. Targeted Cancer Treatment with Nuclear Medicine Therapy is a visual guide to radioisotope therapy, a personalized treatment where a radioactive drug compound seeks and destroys cancer cells.

November 20, 2014
Carestream touch ultrasound system

Carestream unveiling sleek new ultrasound system with unique all-touch control panel at RSNA

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Nov. 18 — Building upon its global leadership in digital X-ray systems, Carestream will debut its CARESTREAM Touch Ultrasound System that offers a revolutionary combination of exceptional user experience and image quality to meet the needs of even the most demanding radiologists and sonographers

November 18, 2014

Samsung introduces RS80A premium ultrasound system

Ridgefield Park, NJ – November 17, 2014 – Samsung Electronics America Inc. today announced the U.S. availability of the Samsung RS80A, a high-resolution, full-featured, premium ultrasound system designed to serve the Radiology segment. Incorporating Samsung’s latest technology, the RS80A offers sophisticated digital image processing and superb resolution to support accurate diagnosis.  With its intuitive user interface and design, the new system was developed to assist providers in enhancing workflows and support improved healthcare delivery and outcomes in today’s changing healthcare environment.

November 18, 2014
Carestream DBT module

Carestream announces enhancements to Its digital breast tomosynthesis module at RSNA 2014

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Nov. 6 — Carestream will show enhancements to its digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT) module including a slabbing tool, improved workflow capabilities and the display of DICOM-compliant 2D synthetic views (which are generated from the 3D dataset) at the 2014 Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) conference. The latest DBT module is currently available.

November 13, 2014

Viztek introduces new 14x17 ViZion + wireless DR panel at RSNA

RALEIGH, NC - (RSNA Booth #7322) -- Viztek, the leading provider of complete digital software and hardware diagnostic imaging solutions, today announced commercial availability of the ViZion + Wireless DR panel, which will be shown for the first time at RSNA 2014. The easy-to-install 14x17 panel provides both high image quality and high durability. The ViZion + Wireless panel delivers a cost-effective option for all environments including hospitals, imaging centers and mobile imaging units, and further expands Viztek's extensive line-up of imaging systems across the spectrum.

November 13, 2014

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