Robert Bruce

CHICAGO - Eastman Kodak Health Imaging invested heavily in its healthcare information systems (HCIS) business in 2003, the results of which were evident in its booth at the 2003 RSNA meeting. The Rochester, NY-based vendor highlighted enhancements to its Web-based System 5 PACS architecture, an integrated RIS/PACS network, and new archive management software.

CHICAGO - A 1.5-tesla MRI scanner and a 64-slice CT system are spearheading the list of new product introductions at the RSNA conference this week for Siemens Medical Solutions of Malvern, PA. The company is also launching a new mid-range PACS offering targeted at large radiology practices and community hospitals.

CHICAGO - A new 32-slice CT scanner, a short-bore MRI magnet, and a flat-panel digital x-ray unit top the list of new RSNA product introductions for Toshiba America Medical Systems of Tustin, CA.

CHICAGO - In a move bound to shake up the industry, two of the top three CAD developers have announced a merger. Nashua, NH-based iCAD will continue to trade on NASDAQ, while privately held CADx of Beavercreek, OH and its parent company, Qualia, will operate independently as a subsidiary of iCAD, at least until the new company decides exactly how it wants to integrate its operations.