Over the past few years, the trends in automated imaging contrast media injection systems have included the conversion from single- to dual-head injectors, the integration of data management systems and improved patient safety features.

The Breast Imaging Department of Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center) operates eight breast centers, providing far-reaching access to screening and diagnostic services for women in Western Pennsylvania. “Patients come here because we specialize in women’s health.

In order for the radiologist to do the best possible job, there are a number of systems that need to work optimally. Not the least of these is the monitor on which the images and information are displayed, especially in digital mammography; in fact, if the monitor is not up-to-snuff, all the quality of the systems and processes that go before may be wasted.

Dictated narrative documentation remains the preferred mode for radiologists, both for its convenience and speed as well as its unique ability to capture reasoning, context, and other meaningful patient detail that is critical to physicians beyond structured template data. As such, dictated information will play a central role in meaningful use.
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