IMIX INTUITION DR System see page 4, Booth #3060
Carestream Demonstrates New Capabilities see the back cover, Booth #2636
ClearCanvas: The Imaging Informatics Ecosystem see page 12, Booth #1811
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Are You at Risk for a Data Breach??
The View from ARIS: Looking Up!
CoActiv’s VNA and Mobile Technology Outpace the Competition
Are you absolutely positive about your vendor’s security procedures? Are they really in the X-ray destruction business or are they just a “recycler” that might be HIPAA/HITECH compliant and offer a certificate of destruction. In the event of a data breach, did you know that you have to inform all of your patients that their personal information may have been stolen? You will have to deal with large fines from HHS, bad press (ie: television and newspapers) and complete loss of trust from your
ARIS Teleradiology is one of the leading providers of professional radiology services in the United States, serving radiology groups and hospitals with less than 20 beds to more than 350, providing high quality subspecialty interpretations. Carl Kozlowski has been the CEO of ARIS since its inception more than five years ago. We recently caught up with him at the ARIS headquarters in Hudson, Ohio.
ContextVision – Let’s Reinvent the Rules of Medical Imaging, Together
Medicatech USA Launches New Don’t Miss this Must-Have Digital Wireless X-ray Panel Series Resource from the Leading As a pioneer in the digital X-ray field, Medicatech of Mind in Neuroradiology!
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Anita Tollstadius, former member of the company board of directors since 2008, became CEO of ContextVision in September 2010. She has held numerous management roles in global businesses within life science during her 30 year career. In addition to serving on the ContextVision board of directors since 2008, Tollstadius has experience from other global medical technology companies in areas such as product research and development as well as continued on page 24
NeuroLogica Pioneers a New Look in Imaging
Dr. Eric M. Bailey, founder and CEO, received an Electrical Engineering Degree from the Citadel Military College in 1984 and rose to the rank of Captain in the U.S. Air Force before entering the private sector in 1988. In 2006, Bailey was awarded an honorary Doctor of Biomedical Engineering degree from Northeastern University for his contributions to aerospace/defense, homeland security and medical imaging. Prior to forming NeuroLogica in 2004, Bailey led the development of several state of the art medical and security CT systems, including the
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Q: It sounds like things are hopping around ARIS these days. What’s new?
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Irvine, Calif., is a complete digital solution provider, system integrator and manufacturer of direct digital X-ray systems – a premiere vendor to dealers throughout the United States, as well as worldwide. One of the first companies in the U.S. to offer an affordable 14 inches x 17 inches Portable-Tethered, Cassette-Size Panel that can easily be moved between a table and chest stand (and can be used extensively for mobile X-ray applications), Medicatech has developed a well-earned reputation
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Handheld Point of Care Creatinine / eGFR Meter for Radiology and Cath Labs
In response to the growing need to quickly and easily assess kidney function in Radiology Departments and Cath Labs, Nova Biomedical developed StatSensor Creatinine, a handheld analyzer and miniaturized, disposable biosensor for whole blood creatinine testing. StatSensor Creatinine system incorporates patented Multi-Well technology adapted from Nova’s hospital glucose monitoring system. StatSensor advanced technology enables
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Ed Heere is founder, president, and CEO of CoActiv Medical, an industry-leading company he founded in 2003 to develop, market and service digital radiography systems. A pioneer in the PC industry and visionary entrepreneur, Heere also founded and managed a portfolio of successful computer-related companies in networking and internet services, website development and IT staffing. Q: Tell us about the company.
A: With a reputation for excellence, CoActiv Medical is a
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“Osborn’s Brain: Imaging, Pathology, and Anatomy” is easy to read, a visual delight, and a feast of concise, clear information. This impressive volume gives every radiologist and clinical neuroscientist the essential information he or she needs to know, while offering a fascinating journey into Osborn’s brain! In this just-published 1,300page volume, Dr. Osborn applies her special touch to make complex topics visually appealing
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The Nationwide Advantage For Diagnostic Imaging Equipment
Nationwide Imaging Services, Inc. offers innovative imaging equipment solutions to meet a variety of customer needs, from turnkey projects, service contracts, financing, leasing and installation services. Your diagnostic imaging equipment requirements can be expedited by their certified staff with more than 100 years of combined experience in the industry. They provide the perfect combination of cost-effectiveness, product quality and customer satisfaction through all phases of the product lifecycle. Nationwide Imaging Services is a leader in providing
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IMIX INTUITION DR System – Scandinavian Design with Seamless Integration
The IMIX INTUITION DR System is a unique combination of proven technology and Scandinavian design creating an elite yet cost-effective DR imaging solution. Featuring both IMIX Slimline HD2 and IMIX X Wireless technologies, the IMIX INTUITION provides a cost-effective solution to a wide variety of clinical needs. Featuring IMIX’s Smart Space concept the IMIX IN-
Perkins Healthcare Technologies Makes a Splash at RSNA 2012
Steven K. Plaugher joined Perkins in 2000 as Vice President of Sales and Marketing before being appointed to General Manager in 2003 and Chief Operating Officer in 2007. Plaugher has more than 30 years of medical product experience encompassing product development, marketing, sales, service, production and business administration.
Q: Please start by telling us a bit about the company, a brief history of Perkins and an overview of your business today.
A: Perkins has designed and marketed medical Video Integration products since the company’s inception in 1986. Our first product, the Video Routing Bus released in 1987, provided clinical team
TUITION can be installed in both the tallest and shortest of rooms. Our unique ceiling wagon provides unsurpassed usable stroke for high ceiling heights while the IMIX CUBE allows the system to be installed in rooms as low as 8 feet 3 inches without requiring ceiling support infrastructure.
About IMIX IMIX Holding AB was formed in March 2010 by the merger of digital radiography (DR) manufacturer IMIX ADR and medical radiology systems and sub-systems developer ARCOMA AB. With more than 40 years of combined imaging experience, the merger brought together pioneers of digital imaging technology with the industry’s most technically advanced supplier of systems and subsystems to continued on page 33
members the ability to control and manage real time patient video information from any video source and display the information on one or more monitors located in the control room and the procedure suite. This technology allows patient information to be delivered to the clinical team in lieu of the traditional approach of having the team member go to the original source. The broad market acceptance and adoption of our product provided a foundation continued on page 13
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Malaysian Trade Office Debuts at RSNA
The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) will be making a debut at the RSNA Technical Exhibition 2012. MATRADE is the National Trade Promotion Agency that promotes various products and services from Malaysia to the world. In the context of the health sector, MATRADE is actively promoting pharmaceutical products and medical devices. Malaysian pharmaceutical industry has high growth potential for the export market, in view of its present strength in the production of generic
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for extending Video Integration functionality, leading Perkins to develop and introduce a packaged solution that provided automated real time recording and play back of Live Fluoro onto the examination room displays. This was unprecedented at the time and is now a standard in interventional procedure systems. Today, we remain committed to delivering flexible, scalable, medically compliant Video Integration solutions to manage and deliver real time patient information to clinical team members where, when and how
drugs. There are also vast opportunities to capitalize on Malaysia's diversified natural flora and fauna to develop resource-based bio-generic drugs. While for medical devices, Malaysia has a good platform for growth by riding on strong foothold in medical consumables and strong supporting industry. Availability of strong supporting industry ranging from sterilization services, sterile medical packaging, precision engineering, tool & die making to contract manufacturing and assembly & machinery fabrication they need it.
Q: Please tell us about the company’s products.
A: The recent introduction of the MD Product Family continues to be a tremendous success for Perkins. The MD Product family utilizes the latest video processing design architectures and incorporates our extensive 26 years’ experience in Video Integration working with OEM’s and clinical customers. Our Interfacing Solutions ensure the integrity of the OEM’s system is maintained, our Video Management Solutions provide complete flexibility in man-
will enhance Malaysia’s position as an ideal location for the manufacture of medical devices. The Malaysian health sector looks very attractive from profitability and growth perspectives. For the period between 2007 and 2011, exports of medical devices and pharmaceuticals products have been experiencing double digit growth averaging 12.1 percent
aging real time patient information presented where, when and how you need it and our Recording/Streaming Solutions provide the ability to archive and deliver this content securely.
All Perkins’ products are open standards based designs ensuring you have the option to select the supplier of choice for your medical imaging needs without sacrificing functionality in the context of Video Integration within your procedure suites. Our solutions can be installed on new systems, providing extended functionality beyond what is available from your imaging system provider, or retro-
and 13.7 percent per annum respectively. Exports of electro medical equipment also showed significant expansion, growing by 44.7 percent last year. The growth was mainly due to increased exports in electro-diagnostic apparatuses, electro-cardiographs products and magnetic resonance imaging apparatuses. A baseline study conducted by Boston Consulting Group in July 2011 identified a total of 180 local players in medical devices industry. This includes local and multinational manufactures, label manufacturers, OEM suppliers and contract manufacturers and the supporting industries. These provide a comprehensive continued on page 24
fitted to your legacy imaging system, extending the life of your system and capital investment.
MD Products can be used independently or packaged together to provide highly flexible, cost effective solutions that can be scaled to meet your near term needs and expanded as your requirements grow.
Q: How can our readers find out more about your company?
A: For more information, visit www.perkins-ht.com, call 877-828-4545 or stop by Booth #3629.
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Hyperpolarized MRI Promises Imaging of Pulmonary Function in One Breath
A pioneer in hyperpolarized gas technology, Polarean, Inc. is opening new avenues for functional and physiological imaging with its hyperpolarized gas MRI technology. High-resolution, 3D images of inhaled noble gases using conventional MRI scanners illuminate tissue characteristics and organ function. Such detailed views are
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A: These are indeed exciting times at ARIS. We are in a growth mode with almost 20 new clients added just this year. We will soon be active in more than 20 states and now provide professional services to more than 80 clients.
Q: ARIS’s niche is in a crowded marketplace. What sets you apart?
A: ARIS begins and ends with quality. We are telling the story this week of two hospitals who left us for a lower priced competitor only to come back within 90 days for the ARIS quality difference. Everyone talks about quality; what really sets us apart is the execution. Our Med-
currently inaccessible by existing methods. Hyperpolarized gases provide a new research platform to extend MRI capabilities. Recently developed by GE Healthcare to standard requirements for medical devices and high-end lab equipment, Polarean has now obtained all exclusive intellectual property rights necessary to sell
ical Director, Dr. Malay Mody, devised our quality program from the ground up. He has used it to recruit and develop the finest clinical staff and to provide positive quality feedback and metrics to our internal team as well as to our client base.
We provide each of our customers with a monthly quality report tracking turnaround times and documenting any variances. We randomly perform peer review on more than 2 percent of all our reads with the reviewer blinded to the initial reader. We track TAT by client. Nationwide YTD, ARIS’s STAT reads have averaged 17 minutes and 5 seconds! We have assembled the very best crew of U.S. based, fellowship trained radiologists in the industry. Many have subspecialty expertise in body, MSK, neurology,
and service hyperpolarizers and ancillary equipment for biomedical imaging research. They are now making gas hyperpolarization technology available to research labs across the United States and around the world. Polarean Chief Technology Officer and founder, Dr. Bastiaan Driehuys is one of the original inventors of hyperpolarized Breast MRI and PET/CT imaging.
Q: I understand that you recently moved into a new data center. What’s that all about?
A: ARIS is unique in that our majority owner is Summa Health, a $2 billion health system in northeast Ohio. That has always given us insight into our clients’ perspectives, as well as access to significant resources competitors don’t have. One of those assets has been use of the Summa Data Center. We have recently outgrown our roots, however, and just completed the move into a new Level III rated, Tier 1 ISP Data Center in Columbus, Ohio sitting on the backbone of the internet with 1 Gigabit bandwidth and 100 TB of storage. I’m not sure what all
gas MRI. He explains, “One of the most promising areas of application is imaging the functioning lung. Just as functional MRI changed the way we study the brain, hyperpolarized gas MRI enables studying the lung in ways that were never before possible. And because it’s based on MRI, these functional images don’t expose patients to ionizing radiation, and don’t require intravenous injection of contrast continued on page 21
that means, but I do know it’s big and it’s fast!
Q: I have heard on the street that ARIS may be in an acquisition mode. Anything you want to tell us?
A: Now you know I can’t talk about things like that! I will tell you that we added a private equity partner last year in Great Point Partners out of Greenwich, Conn. They continue to advise us and help evaluate multiple opportunities for growth.
Q: It looks like my time is up, thank you for the insight into ARIS.
A: Thank you and please visit us at Booth #8710 or at www.aristeleradiology.com.
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media.” Driehuys says the process is intrinsically faster than conventional MRI scans. “Subjects inhale a dose of hyperpolarized gas and hold that breath briefly. The resulting MRI scan reveals a detailed map of their lung function.” This technique holds great promise for monitoring patients’ response to treatment in a wide variety of pulmonary disorders, including asthma, interstitial lung disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and cystic fibrosis. Until recently, hyperpolarized gas MRI was available at just a handful of leading academic research centers around the world. Though the technology is not yet approved by regulatory authorities for routine clinical use, it is becoming recognized as a powerful clinical research tool to shed new light on lung function. Now that Polarean owns the rights to this technology, it is poised to expand availability to the biomedical imaging community. In addition to its potential for diagnosing and monitoring lung diseases, hyperpolarized gas MRI – when used in conjunction with xenon – is a viable imaging option for function of other organs, including heart and brain, and holds promise for non-medical applications. The polarizer transforms select inert gases, 3He and 129Xe, into a hyperpolarized state using circularly polarized laser
light. This process leaves the gases chemically unchanged, while their nuclei are magnetically aligned. The resulting MRI signal is enhanced by a factor of x100,000, which in turn makes direct imaging of gas atoms possible. All polarizers are fully documented, built to exact specifications and adhere to UL & IEC 61010 standards governing laboratory equipment and international safety requirements. With systems installed at more than 15 sites worldwide, Polarean has gained significant experience in installation, service, training, maintenance and adherence to regulatory standards. Polarean hyperpolarization systems are currently sold solely for research and investigational applications. You can contact Polarean, Inc. to learn how they can help you put a new spin on MRI research – www.polarean.com, 919-2067900 or visit Booth #1407.
“We have always felt that hyperpolarized gas MRI is an enormously powerful research platform. The potential applications are limited only by the imagination of the scientists who use it. We are thrilled to finally be able expand the access to the scientific community, and in doing so, we expect to see not only great progress in imaging lung disease, but novel applications in molecular imaging and other organs too.” - Dr. Bastiaan Driehuys, Polarean Chief Technology Officer & founder
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Detroit Tigers Install Merry X-Ray System in Comerica Park
CHICAGO—Summit Industries, a manufacturer and marketer of diagnostic radiographic and digital equipment for the worldwide medical imaging markets, announced that the Detroit Tigers have installed one of their AmRad Medical systems at Comerica Park to provide onsite diagnostic imaging capabilities for the players and staff. The X-ray system is marketed under the private brand, Merry X-Ray Integrity 1000, and will be used to screen and detect injuries for the Tigers players, team staff and visiting players. “It is very important that we provide high-quality imaging services as part of our goal to offer the very best facility and service to all athletes. The system is easyto-use and provides all the functionality we need to assist with diagnosis,” said Kevin Rand, Director of Medical Services for the Detroit Tigers. The Merry X-Ray Integrity radiography solution replaces the analog system purchased by the Tigers in 2000. The system
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leading healthcare software and IT systems provider offering a full line of PACS, digital image and data storage services and related solutions for hospitals, imaging facilities and medical practices. CoActiv’s EXAM-PACS family of Web-based PACS solutions provide leading edge, affordable and scalable image management with sophisticated tools. Products also include RIS and digital storage customized to users’ needs. Q: How is your VNA (vendor-neutral archive) different from others’?
A: CoActiv’s VNA solution is distinguished by its advanced technology backed by a wealth of experience and large user base, as well as a track record of zero-downtime and no loss of a single image ... ever.
CoActiv has offered a cloud-based VNA solution for more than a decade—before most companies even understood the term. CoActiv has always been committed to the open architecture that enables medical sites to control their own data. Today, we have one of the largest VNA implementations with millions of exams and billions of images stored. Our ultra-secure webbased VNA connects seamlessly to any PACS without the IT complexities of a VPN. Exams are stored in our unique QUAD-REDUNDANT ARCHIVING solution in four geographically distant locations, including two Tier-IV data centers for superior disaster protection. The system also provides immediate business continuity, restoring data access in emergency situations in seconds. Now, at RSNA 2012, CoActiv also intro-
features enhanced diagnostic image quality and will be used in conjunction with the Konica Minolta Image Pilot digital solution, which offers multiple methods to measure and control dose that optimizes exposure, a key consideration in healthcare today. “We are very pleased to play an important role in ensuring these athletes receive superior image quality during their preliminary examinations,” said Tom Boon, President of Summit Industries. “And we are very proud to have our Company be associated with Comerica Park, one of America’s premier ballparks.”
About Merry X-Ray/SourceOne Founded in 1958 by current owner and Chairman Leo Zuckerman, Merry X-Ray Chemical Corporation (Merry X-Ray) has kept pace with rapidly changing technology within the medical imaging field for over half a century. With its subsidiary, SourceOne Healthcare Technologies, Inc. continued on page 33
duces expanded service and pricing options. Choices range from complete medical image management, storage, and cloud-based sharing to extremely affordable disaster recovery and ultra-reliable data back-up with a range of add-ons. With these introductions, every site can enjoy the best VNA technology customized to their needs.
Q: What is CoActiv’s position on viewing exams through mobile apps?
A: We believe exams should be readily available to radiologists and physicians, anytime and anywhere. That’s why our EXAM-PACS has supported an evergrowing number of mobile devices since 2009, when we were the first company to make exam viewing available on the popular Apple iPhone as well as Windows and Mac OS X mobile devices.
Since that time, CoActiv has supported viewing on a full range of smartphones and tablets. In addition to the iPhone and iPad, this ranges from Android phones to the T-Mobile Slate and Samsung Galaxy—and of course the customized CoActiv EXAM-PAD.
This year at RSNA, CoActiv introduces its zero-footprint Web-based EXAMBROWSER with real-time, multi-user collaboration and 3-D reconstruction on-the-fly. With the technology, multiple users can now review an image simultaneously, collaborate, and offer second opinions as needed--with no pre-planning.
Q: How can our readers find out more about your company?
A: Visit www.coactiv.com, call 877-2622848 or stop by RSNA Booth #7303.
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marketing and sales. She holds a M.B.A. from the Stockholm School of Economics and a M.Sc. in Pharmacy from Uppsala University.
Q: Please start by telling us a bit about the company, a brief history of ContextVision and an overview of your business today. A: ContextVision is the market leader within image enhancement solutions for medical imaging. Our core business is to provide OEM customers with customized software and expertise for image
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for its highest-quality products and unparalleled customer service. Medicatech was founded in 2005 by Dr. George Makar, who currently serves as President, and holds a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine. Makar's focus with Medicatech has always been Digital X-Ray Systems for Human and Veterinary applications. As such, Medicatech has developed a complete lineup of Digital Radiography Retrofit Systems with KrystalRad panels to give doctors an affordable alternative to having to replace an entire X-ray system. And this strategy has been most successful as customers look for cost-effective ways to upgrade their existing X-ray equipment. Recently, Medicatech launched a
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and easy to understand, wrapping the “must know” aspects of brain imaging together with spectacular pathology examples, relevant anatomy, and the most up-to-date techniques in brain imaging. When asked about her favorite aspects of writing the book, she commented: “The literature is full of wonderful
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patients. But… this can’t happen to you right? We thought you’d say that. We can guarantee those affected by breaches in the past thought the same thing. Instead of having to think of possible repercussions why not just choose the right vendor now? Ag Medical Systems, Inc. (AMS) has provided the secure solution to your
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ecosystem to support the development and growth of medical devices sector towards becoming a major hub in
enhancement to improve image quality and ultimately enable a better diagnostic value for clinicians. The company was founded in the early 80s as a spin-off from the University of Linkoping in Sweden. Since then we have developed an extensive product portfolio and application expertise which has granted us the market leading position with more than hundred thousand installations.
The portfolio of products contains image enhancement solutions for ultrasound, MRI, X-ray including interventional radiology and mammography. All based on our versatile GOP technology. We have strengthened our leader position over the last few years by pioneering the market with the first solution for 3D/4D image enhancement.
within OB/GYN. We expect that 3D/4D imaging will grow extensively over the years to come. Our third generation of 2D Ultrasound has unique properties to optimize image quality and maximize performance. I’m also proud to highlight that we are considered to provide the gold standard when it comes to image quality within X-ray and MRI. All these products are available for demonstration at RSNA.
unique in the market place.
Q: How can our readers find out more about your company?
Q: Please tell us about the company’s products.
Q: Which of your products are most popular?
A: GOPiCE US, our product for volumetric ultrasound have caught a lot of attention since the technology has started to become a new standard, especially
A: For more information you can stop by Booth #8927 in Hall B at RSNA, visit www.contextvision.com or call +46 8 750 35 50.
new generation of lightweight Wireless and Portable Retrofit Panels that are being showcased at RSNA 2012 (Booth #7026), and are available for sale. This new KrystalRad series of panels comes with Auto Exposure Detection (AED), which features an “auto-sensing trigger” inside the detector that requires no cable connection or integration with the X-ray generator. This simplifies the installation process and prevents the dealer from opening the customers’ generator – which could void the current generator warranty. Medicatech's new lineup of KrystalRad Digital X-ray AED Panel Series in GOS or CsI consists of: • KrystalRad Wireless Cassette-Size 14 inches x 17 inches Panels • KrystalRad Wired (Tethered) 14 inches x 17 inches Panels • KrystalRad Fixed 17 inches x 17 inches Panels
In addition at RSNA 2012, Medicatech is also showcasing its new Voyance Acquisition Software for Human and Veterinary Medicine. According to Makar, this has all the features necessary to control CR or DR acquisition hardware. It can receive DICOM modality worklists from a remote PACs, while also sending acquired images to a remote PACs. And it supports calibration of images and accurate free-mark-up measurement tools, side-by-side image viewing, and a full complement of image processing tools. Also, an upgraded version of Voyance turns the acquisition software into an advanced all-in-one acquisition and mini-PACs solution, and also offers: • Additional DICOM abilities. • Advanced “Guided Mark-Up” for analysis of various anatomy (guiding users to pick certain key anatomical features and then computes important measures from those picks).
• Multi-page reports creation. • Image Stitching (two or more images in a single image). • Voice annotation ability. • The ability to create/edit custom filtering algorithms. • Special image & data export features. • Additional image processing tools and databases.
insights, some entities of which I was unaware, and as I went on my journey of discovery through neuroradiology, I picked out the most important things that I thought would be interesting and up to date for the reader.” The format of this book departs significantly from the bulleted style of Osborn’s most recent publications. In “Osborn’s Brain,” information is presented in detailed prose paragraphs to demonstrate
the thinking behind the facts, discussing the most critical topics first to put key information at your fingertips. Throughout the book, summary boxes highlight the most important points from each section, enhancing functionality and ease of use. This detail-rich content is augmented with more than 2,375 stunning, high resolution radiologic images and medical illustrations, all of which are annotated to describe the most clinically significant
features. To join Osborn for an unprecedented journey into the brain, its pathology, and its imaging, visit www.LWW.com/ OsbornsBrain Visit Wolters Kluwer Health/Lippincott Williams and Wilkins at Booths #2600, #803, and #7804 or go to www.LWW.com/Radiology to learn more about this title and other top radiology resources.
archival film destruction for more than30 years. By using the latest technology and AMS policies and procedures, we can help you avoid a breach at your facility, which is where more than 50 percent of all breaches occur. For starters, AMS provides you with up-to-date photos of all of our security service technicians and purge technicians to be placed in your file rooms. We also give strict instructions to only release film to these authorized individuals. All
AMS employees wear company uniforms adorned with our company logo and will provide you with their security photo ID’s. AMS technicians have barcode scanners and all containers are barcoded in and out for tracking and reporting purposes. In addition our trucks have back door sensors, GPS tracking system, and our facility is equipped with 24 hour security surveillance. If your vendor is using rudimentary security procedures, “YOU ARE
AT RISK FOR A BREACH.” Additionally, your vendors should be offering additional destruction services besides X-ray Film such as document, hard drive and media. If not, contact us to learn more about our advanced security procedures and our Silver Rebate. Don’t be caught being headline news, partner with AMS! For more information, visit www.AMSsilverrebate.com or stop by Booth #9301.
Asian region. There is also increasing interest from electronics manufacturing companies to diversify their operations to manufacture medical device products. Malaysia has high potential to be medical devices manufacturing
hub due to low cost, high quality and good infrastructure. MATRADE encourages healthcare companies interested in exploring the products, services and business opportunities available in the Malaysian
healthcare industry to visit their Booth #2004 in the Lakeside Center - Hall D. For further information, please check out their website at www .matrade.gov.my or drop them an email to newyork@matrade.gov.my.
A: We offer image enhancement solutions across multiple modalities. The products in combination with our extensive knowledge within image processing are what make us
This upgraded Voyance package has become vastly popular with chiropractic and podiatry professionals. They look forward to having you visit the Medicatech Booth (#7026) at RSNA 2010. Makar and the Medicatech team are excited to see you, and to show you the new KrystalRad Wireless and Portable Panels, along with an overview demonstration of the Voyance Acquisition Software. For more information, visit www.medicatechusa.com, call 949-6792881 or stop by Booth #7026.
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mid-range CT product line for Philips Medical Corporation. Bailey was instrumental in the development of the world's first multi-slice CT scanner designed for explosive detection, which is now installed at many United States airports. He holds more than 30 patents and has more than 30 years of expertise in medical and security imaging and aerospace/defense industries.
Q: What prompted you to create NeuroLogica?
A: NeuroLogica was founded on the principle that all patients should have access to life saving imaging regardless of their location. I faced a very personal tragedy when my brother sustained a head injury in a car accident high in the mountains of Northern New Hampshire.
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pre-owned, diagnostic imaging equipment to the healthcare community worldwide. Nationwide's unparalleled selection of imaging equipment includes used MRI's, used CT scanners, gamma cameras, mammography, ultrasound, PET scanners, laser printers, cath and angio labs, as well as select special procedure imaging apparatus and all mobile modalities. Due to their stringent quality processes, pre-owned imaging equipment purchased at Nationwide is eligible for an OEM service contract. Nationwide's mission is to provide cost-effective, high quality refurbished and used diagnostic imaging equipment to hospitals, imaging centers and inde-
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simple, rapid and accurate assessment of renal function by finger stick capillary blood sampling at the point of care.
Capillary Whole Blood Creatinine and eGFR in 30 Seconds StatSensor Creatinine offers easy, virtually painless capillary blood sampling on small, 1.2 microliter blood samples with fast, 30-second test results, and seamless connectivity with hospital and laboratory information systems. StatSensor Creatinine also calculates eGFR by either MDRD or Cockcroft-Gault equations. Testing can be performed by radiology technicians or other non-laboratory per-
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some of the world’s leading OEM
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(SourceOne), Merry X-Ray is one of the
He was taken to a facility that was illequipped to handle such trauma. There was no CT scanner and the nearest facility capable of administering such a scan was miles away. My brother was too critical to transport. It was discovered that a simple CT scan would have shown area of impact on the brain and these scans could have led to life saving treatment. After losing my brother, I made the decision to focus my life’s work on bringing imaging to the patient. NeuroLogica was born. NeuroLogica is the world’s only designer and manufacturer of completely portable computed tomography devices. We began development in 2004 and since then we have introduced three products that have changed the way hospitals monitor critical patients and the way surgeons carry out life saving procedures.
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units with two motorized drive systems allowing the scanners to be easily moved throughout the hospital and provide scans by moving the scanner over the patient. We have patented a battery array capable of powering the X-ray tube, recon computer and all other components while charging on standard wall power. These innovations have led to two things: less capital spent on an expensive build out and more toward direct patient care and the ability to transport our scanners to the most critically ill patients. The value proposition to a hospital or facility cannot be overlooked.
Q: What makes NeuroLogica’s products unique from the rest of the imag-
A: Our products have reached a level of portability no other company has been able to attain. It began with CereTom in 2006. This is a portable, small bore CT scanner capable of imaging the head and neck and diagnosing the kinds of injuries that took my brother. We’ve placed CereTom in the ICU, in the ER and the OR and in some of the most remote locations on Earth. Places like Haiti, where following the 2010 earthquakes, CereTom was the only functioning CT scanner on the island. We followed the success of CereTom with BodyTom, the portable full body, 32-slice scanner on the market. The first BodyTom installation took place in January of 2012; we expect great things to come. NeuroLogica’s products were designed with safety to the patient and staff in mind. We added radiation shielding, which reduces scatter and radiation exposure to staff. We have designed our
A: For more information, visit www.neurologica.com, email us at info@neurologica.com or call 978-5648500. NeuroLogica will be at RSNA Booth #5423.
pendent medical practices worldwide. Their goal is to ensure customer satisfaction through all aspects of the product life cycle by providing variety of value added services designed to optimize resource utilization and streamline imaging operations. By adhering to strict business practices, they have earned an unmatched reputation for integrity and honesty and have developed one of the largest networks of dealers and certified technical staff and engineers in the industry. Nationwide provides a variety of flexible financing options to meet your specific financial needs. In particular, Nationwide has entered into an agreement with Nationwide Funding Corp. to provide equipment leasing solutions to their customers. By combining their industry expertise with Nationwide Funding
Corp's financial strength, even difficult financing situations can be resolved. Nationwide Imaging Services, Inc. measures itself against the highest standards for refurbishing quality and customer satisfaction and continually comes out on top. Their refurbishing process ensures their quality. They start by carefully selecting the equipment they buy; they then rigorously inspect, update and paint the equipment, and then finish with staging and testing to ensure operational performance before shipping. Their refurbishment facility is FDA registered. In addition, Nationwide Imaging is a founding member and in good standing with IAMERS. IAMERS is a recognized governing body for refurbishers and providers of equipment and services. IAMERS provides a vehicle for dispute
resolution to maintain the integrity of the industry. Their sales and service consultants offer their clients years of experience in the diagnostic imaging equipment industry. They help their clients with identifying their top priorities in choosing a scanner and then offer comparisons and advice on the scanner that best fits these needs. They also provide consulting on the siting option, the service contract and the financing options that are most appropriate. Experience you can trust, Trust you can rely on, Rely on them for all your diagnostic imaging needs. They’ll get the Job Done! For more information, stop by Booth #2860 or visit www.nation wideimaging.com.
Minimize Risk of Contrast Media Induced Nephropathy According to a study on hospital acquired renal insufficiency by SH Hou, et. al, contrast media induced nephropathy (CIN) is the third most common cause of acute renal failure in hospitalized patients. CIN is associated with prolonged hospital stay, adverse cardiac events, and high mortality. An increasing number of imaging procedures require the use of in-
From Nova Biomedical, World Leader in the Development of Advanced Biosensors for Whole Blood Analysis During the past 35 years, Nova Biomedical has introduced 20 whole blood
For more information, stop by Booth #7700, call 800-458-5813 or visit www.novabiomedical.com.
sonnel. This lightweight, handheld analyzer can eliminate workflow interruptions when patients arrive for contrast media imaging procedures without prior renal assessment or when earlier performed lab tests cannot be obtained in a timely manner.
Healthcare providers. IMIX Holding AB provides advanced sub-systems to its OEM partners under the ARCOMA brand and complete imaging
leading providers of diagnostic imaging solutions to hospitals and healthcare centers across the United States, including those transitioning to a digital imaging environ-
travenous contrast media, and the patient population subjected to these procedures is progressively older and has more preexisting conditions. A fast, easy POC creatinine assay provides the following benefits: • StatSensor can minimize the risk of CIN by providing comprehensive assessment of renal impairment prior to contrast media imaging. • Comprehensive renal assessment allows renal protective strategies to be considered.
solutions to the broader imaging market though Value Added Resellers under the IMIX brand. IMIX serves imaging customers throughout Europe, Asia,
ment. Merry X-Ray’s broad equipment and consumables portfolios, as well as nationwide sales professionals and field service engineers, enable customers to turn to Merry
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biosensors including the industry’s first biosensor to directly measure whole blood glucose in 1988 and the industry’s first biosensor to directly measure whole blood creatinine in 1996. These earlier biosensors are used routinely in thousands of hospital laboratories and critical care settings around the world in their Stat Profile brand blood gas/critical care analyzers. Now Nova has incorporated its creatinine biosensor technology into a precalibrated, single use, disposable system that provides laboratory quality test results at the point of care.
North America and Latin America. For more information about IMIX please visit www.imixadr.com, call 800-614IMIX (4649) or stop by Booth #3060. X-Ray/SourceOne as the best-in-class, single source for radiology imaging solutions. For additional information, visit www.equipment.merryxray.com.