February 15, 2008 - Carestream Molecular Imaging debuted the Kodak X-Sight large stokes shift dye conjugates created for fluorescent in vitro and in vivo imaging applications, and are available conjugated to a range of secondary antibodies in two excitation and emission wavelengths in the near infrared range.

February 15, 2008 - Carestream Health was given the 2008 Global Radiology Information Systems Market Penetration Leadership Award by Frost & Sullivan, for its development in the Radiology Information Systems (RIS) market, as well as new markets and for its strategies for production and distribution.

February 15, 2008 – The Aurora Breast MRI Society Global PACS Teaching Tool, reportedly a first of its kind, allowing users to upload cases and images without disclosing private patient information, network with colleagues and obtain/exchange images digitally, was introduced at the Aurora Breast MRI Society Meeting in Newport Beach, CA.

Siemens offers the Artis zeego, a robotic-assisted positioning capability for interventions in both radiology and cardiology, as well as the developing OR environment, designed to offer greater flexibility of movement and image acquisition.

February 14, 2008 - The New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology (New Mexico Tech) and Biomoda Inc. have partnered with the New Mexico Department of Veterans Services (DVS) to conduct a $350,000 clinical study using proprietary testing technology for detection of early lung cancer in the state’s veterans.

February 14, 2008 - The Center for Molecular Medicine (CMM) today announced the formation of a collaborative effort with its affiliates and QIAGEN NV to support research focused on discovering molecular biomarkers capable of helping diagnose breast cancer and other women’s health issues.

February 14, 2008 - XTend Medical Corp. announced today the company has begun a remote diabetic monitoring program with a target of 500 patients to be part of the initial program.

February 14, 2008 – The first Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) treatment at General Hospital Vienna was successfully completed on Jan. 31, making the hospital one of the first in the world to carry out this innovative cancer treatment option, according to the hospital.

February 14, 2008 - eVent Medical recently said it received FDA 510(k) clearance for its Heliox gas delivery system for use with its Inspiration ventilator system.

February 14, 2008 - Washington, D.C.-based Sibley Memorial Hospital selected the QuadraMed Corp. Computerized Patient Record (QCPR) as part of its initiative to build a longitudinal electronic health record (EHR).

“Our research has shown that QuadraMed’s CPR is a robust, clinician-oriented information system,” said Lorraine Fordham, Sibley’s CIO. “Our nurses and physicians are very pleased with the advanced functionality of the applications, which allow us to easily access important clinical data and customize the solution to accommodate an individual’s workflow needs.”

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