At RSNA 2011, Sectra will highlight the latest development within its radiology IT suites, including features in its North American Radiology Information System (RIS) that support certification criteria to meet meaningful use objectives under the ARRA’s electronic health record (EHR) incentive program to increase customers’ profitability.

The ergonomic design of the Half-Moon-shaped Dual Tier desk from AFC Industries enables the user to arrange monitors in a way that maximizes both visibility and reach advantages. When sitting at a proper distance from the Dual Tier suited for the user, he or she gains easy access to all input entry devices. The independent electronic height adjustment capabilities of each of the surfaces allows the user to change the height of the equipment within seconds at the simple touch of a button, thus optimizing comfort in use whether in a seated or standing position.

October 18, 2011 – At RSNA 2011, CoActiv debuts its Exam-RIS v.2.0, an advanced, customizable Web-based radiology information system (RIS) that brings a full range of premium features to the management of medical images, while integrating seamlessly with CoActiv Exam-PACS (picture archive and communications system). From comprehensive, specialized worklists and automated referring physician communications to a seamless HL7 interface for billing and more, new Exam-RIS, powered by Swearingen RISynergy, will help imaging sites manage workflow with complete electronic ease. The software is offered as an affordable alternative to more expensive RIS on the market.

The 3-D Imaging C-Arm Table from Biodex Medical Systems is designed specifically for brachytherapy seed implantation procedures. The table features motorized actuation of height, X-Y, lateral roll and Trendelenberg motions of the tabletop.

October 18, 2011 – Barco launched its brand-new Nio Color 2MP HB, a 2- megapixel high-bright display system for dependable diagnostic viewing of color or grayscale images. With this new display, Barco expands its Nio family of high-performance diagnostic display systems.

Claron Technology Inc., a developer of advanced visualization and analysis software for medical images, debuts version 2.0 of Withinsight Framework (WIF), a powerful platform for the acceleration of medical image visualization applications. This next-generation solution provides enhanced features and functionalities that now address the full range of imaging modalities, offer richer user interfaces with multiple modes of interaction and answer specific partner requests for enhancements.

October 18, 2011 — For the first time, Ziehm Imaging offers its Ziehm Vision R mobile C-arm with a powerful 20 kilowatt (kW) generator. The compact monoblock generator triples the performance of the predecessor model and can be used for unlimited fluoroscopy time in the operating room (OR), as it is water-cooled.

With new technology investments in radiography and fluoroscopy, mammography, bone densitometry and metabolic health, GE X-ray is committed to helping physicians make each patient’s first experience with X-ray a comforting one.