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PACS app alerts radiologists of follow-up studies

By Erik L. Ridley

Researchers are reporting their experiences with a PACS plug-in app that allows radiologists to automatically track whether follow-up imaging studies have been performed. The app opens the door for an expanded role in patient management -- and closer relationships with referring physicians.

January 22, 2012

ECRI issues guide to social media in healthcare

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

Nonprofit technology research firm ECRI Institute has published a new analysis, "Social Media in Healthcare," to help healthcare providers face the unique risks posed by social media.

January 18, 2012

Peridot launches new medical imaging app

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

Ultrasound software developer Peridot Technologies has released a new medical imaging app for Windows Phone 7 devices that can browse and load medical images from a patient's Microsoft HealthVault account for sharing with friends, family, and other doctors.

January 18, 2012

PACS market primed for double-digit growth

By Erik L. Ridley

The global PACS market generated $2.8 billion U.S. (2.1 billion euros) in revenues in 2010, and it is expected to grow at a 10% compound annual growth rate to reach approximately $5.4 billion (4.2 billion euros) by 2017, according to a new report from market research firm GlobalData.

January 18, 2012

Ohio practice debuts imaging ordering app

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

Ohio radiology group Columbus Radiology has created a new mobile application that allows physicians to review ordering guidelines and make imaging procedure decisions from their smartphone.

January 17, 2012

MMP awarded Ga. contract

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

Billing and practice management services provider Medical Management Professionals (MMP) has received an exclusive billing contract with Atlanta Radiology Consultants.

January 16, 2012