Medical Imaging Solutions That Improve Your Workflow
The medical imaging solutions industry is one of an ever-changing landscape. Some of those
changes, while technologically advanced, have had side effects that were not intended; a lack of control being one of them. However, control and customization of medical imaging solutions is increasingly heading back into the hands of radiologists, technologists and clinics.
It’s also important for patients to have more control. Electronic health records (EHRs) are an advancement that place a tighter focus on patient satisfaction, which is partially derived from the fact that EHRs give patients control. Essentially, EHRs are a link to the data healthcare providers have on patients. Patients access their EHRs to take a more active role in their healthcare process and stay up to date on scheduled exams. Some hospitals offer an electronic communication process where patients can ask questions and receive answers regarding their healthcare process.
Patients today are increasingly seeking out the assistance of radiologists who have access to new and exciting technology that offers a more comprehensive view of the human body. The pressure is on for these radiologists and technologists to deliver these images to a patient’s EHR within 24 hours of the exam. However, some experience issues when it comes to access. Fortunately, there are cloud-based medical imaging solutions that erase anxiety and obstacles.
Telemedicine is also stepping up to offer more control. Some refer to it as “distance health,” and this telemedicine allows medical professionals to connect with patients from afar. It’s all about access, and even though it is not a hands-on interaction, it’s still a beneficial interaction. For instance, new technologies are being created that allow for medical images to be shared and studied without the usual issues that occur with proprietary equipment.
Utilizing cloud-based medical imaging solutions and a mobile device, doctors are able to read exams on the go. Radiologists are also utilizing these devices to improve their workflow. One of the top devices in this area is MED-TAB. It’s a portable DICOM calibrated medical image display that looks and feels like a tablet computer. IMAGE Information Systems, a global leader in image technology, created MED-TAB for a portable medical image analyses.
Radiology technicians and teleradiologists have for years only been able to view their medical images on specific workstations, which means their mobility was limited to the confines of their desk/cubical. With new technology coming out like MED-TAB, control is much less of an issue than ever before.
OffSite Image Management, Inc., offers its cloud-based solutions that can be viewed on any device that is Wi-Fi enabled, including MED-TAB. With more mobility and access to images, healthcare professionals are able to improve patient care. Contact us today and let’s discuss your workflow, disaster recovery, business continuity and control challenges.