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IMRIS moves intraoperative MRI scanner between rooms

The nascent field of intraoperative MRI has seen a number of technology trends, but all share a common theme -- patients are moved into and out of a stationary magnet for imaging studies. A Canadian firm may be the first to change this paradigm with a new dedicated intraoperative MRI scanner that moves to the patient rather than having the patient move to it.

August 11, 2005

Biofield cancels merger talks

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

Breast technology developer Biofield has terminated discussions of a potential merger or acquisition with Bay Point Group.

August 10, 2005

Bridging the gap between CR and DR

August 10, 2005

SonoSite promotes Cox

Compact-ultrasound technology provider SonoSite of Bothell, WA, has promoted Graham Cox to vice president of its international business.

August 10, 2005

AHRA doles out awards

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

The American Healthcare Radiology Administrators (AHRA) and partner GE Healthcare announced this year's recipients of the 2005 AHRA Gold Award and the 2005 Awards of Excellence at this year's AHRA conference in San Antonio.

August 10, 2005

Standardized testing enables CR and DR cohabitation

By Jonathan S. Batchelor

SAN ANTONIO - Successfully integrating computed radiography (CR) and digital radiography (DR) systems in the same practice to obtain images of similar quality requires multidisciplinary troubleshooting and implementation skills, according to a presentation this week at the American Healthcare Radiology Administrators (AHRA) annual meeting.

August 10, 2005

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Digital radiography: How to make a successful transition

Digital radiography is one of the fastest-growing technologies in medical imaging. Most radiology departments recognize the benefits of digital radiography, but some organizations lack experience in managing large, multifaceted projects like transitioning to digital radiography. Several key factors can help ensure an organization's success in going digital, and following some basic steps can help smooth the transition.

August 9, 2005

Analogic forms DR finance unit

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

Medical imaging firm Analogic of Peabody, MA, has formed a new subsidiary to provide financing options for customers that wish to purchase digital imaging equipment from its Anexa subsidiary.

August 9, 2005

Molecular Imaging to return leased equipment

By AuntMinnie.com staff writers

PET imaging services provider Molecular Imaging of San Diego said that it will return four mobile scanners to GE Healthcare Financial Services after talks broke down over the restructuring of an equipment leasing deal for the units.

August 9, 2005

Details drive service contract negotiations

By Jonathan S. Batchelor

SAN ANTONIO - A well-negotiated service contract can ensure that a modality is up and running in a timely and cost-efficient manner, while a poorly bargained service contract can impact a practice's referrals and carve large bites out of its bottom line, according to a presentation at the American Healthcare Radiology Administrators (AHRA) annual meeting.

August 9, 2005

Square pegs and round holes: Retrofitting MRI into an existing building

As challenging as it is to design a new building to support an MRI scanner, it is even harder to retrofit an existing building that wasn't designed for one. MRI architectural consultant Tobias Gilk describes the major issues, pitfalls, and obstacles of retrofitting buildings for MRI, and explains how proper planning can save a lot of time and money.

August 9, 2005

Diagnostic imaging's future: Bigger than radiology

By Jonathan S. Batchelor

SAN ANTONIO - No one can argue that the volume of diagnostic imaging hasn't increased exponentially over the past decade. And by all accounts, usage will continue to increase as advanced imaging applications enable adoption of less invasive, more precise therapies, according to a presentation at the American Healthcare Radiology Administrators (AHRA) annual meeting.

August 8, 2005

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