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Toshiba showcases Kalare DR system with new lightweight DR panel detector at RSNA 2010

Maximizing medical imaging resources and improving patient throughput is critical to success for healthcare facilities today. To improve workflow in X-ray imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is showcasing the Kalare™ DR system with a new lightweight DR panel and new rotating bucky tray at this year's Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting in Chicago, Nov. 28 - Dec. 3, 2010 (Booth #3435, South Hall).

2 Dec 2010

Expert panel at RSNA meeting to discuss medical imaging technique

An expert panel convened today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) to discuss medical imaging appropriateness, ionizing radiation from imaging procedures and efforts under way to curb overutilization, decrease radiation dose and educate patients on the risks and benefits of medical imaging.

2 Dec 2010

Lexus of Tacoma donates $3,000 to Carol Milgard Breast Center

Today, Lexus of Tacoma at Fife presented the Carol Milgard Breast Center, a joint collaboration of the Multicare Health System, the Franciscan Health System and TRA Medical Imaging, a company-sponsored donation in the amount of $3,000.

2 Dec 2010

Noncancerous cells from primary site appear to facilitate tumor growth: Study

The process of metastasis requires that cancer cells traveling from a primary tumor find a hospitable environment in which to implant themselves and grow. A new study from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Cancer Center researchers finds that circulating tumor cells prepare this environment by bringing along from their original site noncancerous cells that support tumor growth. The report has been published online in PNAS Early Edition.

1 Dec 2010

Dec. 1 news from RSNA 2010

The risk of developing radiation-induced cancer from computed tomography (CT) may be lower than previously thought, according to a Stanford University study. Using more than 10 million Medicare claims from 1998 through 2005, the researchers analyzed the distribution of CT scans, determined the ionizing radiation exposure associated with the exams and estimated the associated cancer risk in a population of older adults.

1 Dec 2010

Study indicates risk of developing radiation-induced cancer from CT may be lower than previously thought

The risk of developing radiation-induced cancer from computed tomography (CT) may be lower than previously thought, according to a study presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

1 Dec 2010

iNTERFACEWARE to develop HL7 interfaces for radiology, diagnostic imaging service providers

iNTERFACEWARE, a software provider committed to simplifying HL7 integration, today announced that leading radiology and diagnostic imaging service providers including Clinical Radiologists, Touch Stone Medical Imaging, Medical Imaging Northwest and Advance Technological Radiology have selected iNTERFACEWARE to develop their HL7 interfaces for seamless transfer of electronic medical data. Additionally, iNTERFACEWARE manages HL7 integration for healthcare providers including GE Healthcare and Fujifilm.

30 Nov 2010

Hitachi showcases Oasis Bore-Less MR at RSNA Annual Meeting

Hitachi showcases Oasis Bore-Less MR at RSNA 2010, celebrating installations at premier healthcare providers and brand new clinical capabilities.

30 Nov 2010

Imaging Diagnostic Systems showcases CT Laser Breast imaging system at RSNA 2010

Imaging Diagnostic Systems, Inc.,, a pioneer in laser optical breast imaging, announced today that it is exhibiting its CTLM system at the 96th RSNA 2010 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, November 29th - December 2nd in Chicago, Illinois. The company is located at booth #4419 in Hall A of the North Building.

30 Nov 2010

Siemens to distribute Rcadia's COR Analyzer System

Rcadia Medical Imaging and Siemens Healthcare have entered into an agreement for Siemens to distribute Rcadia's COR Analyzer® System. The COR Analyzer's ability to identify stenotic lesions in Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (cCTA) studies in combination with Siemens' Syngo®.via CT Cardio-Vascular Engine provides a comprehensive solution for evaluating suspected cardiac patients. The integration of both systems realizes a seamless workflow with enhanced productivity.

30 Nov 2010

SuperSonic Imagine receives €19 million from historical investors

SuperSonic Imagine's historical investors, Edmond de Rothschild Investment Partners, Auriga Partners, Crédit Agricole Private Equity, NBGI Ventures, BioAm (managed by CDC Entreprises), Wellington Partners and IXO Private Equity, reiterated their strong support through a combined investment of €19 million in this round.

29 Nov 2010

Accuray's CyberKnife VSI System recognized as Best New Radiology Device of 2010

Accuray Incorporated, a global leader in the field of radiosurgery, announced today that the company's CyberKnife® VSI™ System received the 2010 Minnie for Best New Radiology Device from AuntMinnie.com, the largest and most comprehensive community internet site for radiologists and related professionals in the medical imaging industry. Accuray will be presented with the award at the 2010 Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting taking place in Chicago, Ill. from November 28 – December 3, 2010.

29 Nov 2010

DICOM Grid releases ImageCare scalable cloud computing platform for medical imaging management

DICOM Grid, provider of a cloud-based platform for medical imaging management, today announced the general availability of DICOM Grid™ ImageCare™, the first secure, scalable cloud computing platform that makes searching, sharing and exchanging medical images as easy as using consumer web applications such as Google, Facebook and iTunes.

29 Nov 2010

MEDIAN Technologies receives OSEO 'Innovative Company' accreditation

MEDIAN Technologies, the leading provider of clinical applications for quantitative management of treatment responses in oncology imaging, today announced that it had obtained "Innovative Company" accreditation from OSEO (the French state innovation agency). This accreditation enables innovation-focused French investment funds (Fonds Communs de Placement dans l'Innovation) to invest in MEDIAN Technologies and enjoy a number of fiscal advantages.

29 Nov 2010

Toshiba to highlight dose reduction technologies at RSNA annual meeting

Reducing radiation dose is a high priority for medical imaging manufacturers and healthcare facilities. Expanding its dedication to reducing CT radiation dose while maintaining diagnostic confidence, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is expanding its suite of low dose CT technologies. Toshiba will showcase dose reduction technologies, such as Target CTA and Adaptive Iterative Dose Reduction (AIDR), at this year's Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting, held in Chicago, Nov. 28 - Dec. 3, 2010

28 Nov 2010

Segasist Technologies receives HTX funding for clinical validation of prostate MRI software

Segasist Technologies, a Canadian software company developing contouring productivity tools for medical imaging, has today announced the receipt of funding from The Health Technology Exchange (HTX) towards support of clinical validation of its software, to be conducted at the Lawson Health Research Institute and London Health Sciences Centre (London, Ontario). Experts from Sunnybrook Research Institute and Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre will also participate in the validation process by providing input in the form of gold standard contours.

26 Nov 2010

Mach 7 Technologies releases Keystone Suite v11 Enterprise Imaging Platform

Mach 7 Technologies, a global provider of PACS vendor neutral medical image management solutions, announces the introduction of Keystone Suite v11.

26 Nov 2010

SuperSonic signs distribution agreement with Hologic to develop breast ultrasound market in the U.S

SuperSonic Imagine, the innovative producer of ultrasound equipment, announced today that it has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Hologic, Inc. to develop the breast ultrasound market in the United States.

From Hologic, Inc. 26 Nov 2010

Intelerad releases new embedded Multi-Method Reporting module for InteleOne, IntelePACS solutions

Intelerad® Medical Systems, a leader in medical imaging PACS and workflow solutions, today announced their new embedded Multi-Method Reporting™ module for their InteleOne™ and IntelePACS® solutions.

25 Nov 2010

Hologic announces receipt of FDA approvable letter for Selenia Dimensions 3-D digital mammography system

Hologic, Inc., a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of premium diagnostics products, medical imaging systems and surgical products dedicated to serving the healthcare needs of women, announced today that Hologic has received an approvable letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the Selenia Dimensions three-dimensional (3-D) digital mammography tomosynthesis system.

From Hologic, Inc. 23 Nov 2010

Medical Imaging News and Research

Toshiba showcases Kalare DR system with new lightweight DR panel detector at RSNA 2010

Expert panel at RSNA meeting to discuss medical imaging technique

Lexus of Tacoma donates $3,000 to Carol Milgard Breast Center

Noncancerous cells from primary site appear to facilitate tumor growth: Study

Dec. 1 news from RSNA 2010

Study indicates risk of developing radiation-induced cancer from CT may be lower than previously thought

iNTERFACEWARE to develop HL7 interfaces for radiology, diagnostic imaging service providers

Hitachi showcases Oasis Bore-Less MR at RSNA Annual Meeting

Imaging Diagnostic Systems showcases CT Laser Breast imaging system at RSNA 2010

Siemens to distribute Rcadia's COR Analyzer System

SuperSonic Imagine receives €19 million from historical investors

Accuray's CyberKnife VSI System recognized as Best New Radiology Device of 2010

DICOM Grid releases ImageCare scalable cloud computing platform for medical imaging management

MEDIAN Technologies receives OSEO 'Innovative Company' accreditation

Toshiba to highlight dose reduction technologies at RSNA annual meeting

Segasist Technologies receives HTX funding for clinical validation of prostate MRI software

Mach 7 Technologies releases Keystone Suite v11 Enterprise Imaging Platform

SuperSonic signs distribution agreement with Hologic to develop breast ultrasound market in the U.S

Intelerad releases new embedded Multi-Method Reporting module for InteleOne, IntelePACS solutions

Hologic announces receipt of FDA approvable letter for Selenia Dimensions 3-D digital mammography system

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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