March 1, 2007 - Neurostar Solutions debuted at HIMSS 2007 its next-generation version 6.4 Virtual Radiology Network (VRN) clinical image workflow platform, a web-based solution for converting to a digital radiology environment, enabling users to outsource reading radiologists.

Feb. 26, 2007 — Microsoft Corp. announced a deal to acquire Medstory Inc., a developer of intelligent Web search technology specifically for health information, representing a strategic move for Microsoft in the consumer health search arena and signals a long-term commitment toward the development of a broader consumer health strategy.
Medstory’s intuitive technology is designed to improve access to health information and empowers consumers to make better-informed health decisions.

By Mary Beth Massat

Interoperability and integration are once again two key issues addressed at this year’s HIMSS conference. Integrating the Healthcare Enterprise (IHE) showcased system and device interoperability in its exhibit by following the path of a patient through the care process. In each step, the exhibit demonstrated the integration of systems by enabling the electronic transfer of the patient record from an ambulatory to an acute care environment.

Brit Systems Inc. has rolled out a clinical context object workgroup-enabled workstation, Brit Lite, which uses vendor-independent HL7 CCOW standards. This enables viewing of medical images and reports within a patient context set by disparate clinical applications at the point of care. Lite integrates multivendor and multispecialty applications with a single interface, single log on, and sharing of patient context information among different applications associated with the electronic medical record.

GE Healthcare recently introduced the LightSpeed VCT XT CT scanner for cardiac imaging, which reportedly reduces a patient’s radiation exposure by up to 70 percent for diagnostic cardiac scans, while maintaining optimal image quality.

New software for Kodak Carestream Enterprise Information Management not only integrates images with electronic medical record systems but also supports Sun MicroSystems’ new Honeycomb CAS platform, in addition to existing storage options from Sun, EMC, IBM and others.

Toshiba recently received FDA 510(k) clearance for its new EXCELART Vantage powered by Atlas 1.5T MRI system, designed to improve patient comfort and enhance workflow.
The complete redesign of the system features 128 elements engineered to meet clinical demands and an optional 205-cm acquisition range allows for high-resolution images for feet-first imaging of the entire body. The new design includes an integrated coil concept for performing multiple exams without repositioning the patient and provides reportedly faster imaging times and quick rendering.

February 28, 2007 – Hologic, Inc. (HOLX), provider of imaging and interventional systems directed towards women’s health, recently announced the U.S. Army Medical Materiel Agency (USAMMA), Fort Detrick, MD, selected Hologic for all mammography computer-aided detection (CAD) units the Army will purchase in 2007.

Feb. 28, 2007 - The nation’s community pharmacies announced that Massachusetts ranks first in the nation in electronic prescribing and recognized the state, along with nine others, as part of the second annual Safe-Rx Awards. Electronic prescribing, or “e-prescribing,” is widely acknowledged as a means of enhancing patient safety. The Safe-Rx Award is given annually by the nation’s community pharmacies to the top 10 e-prescribing states in the nation and to three physicians in each winning state who have demonstrated outstanding leadership in their use of e-prescribing technology.

Feb. 28, 2007 - SureScripts, operator of the Pharmacy Health Information Exchange, announced that six physician technology vendors have achieved its new GoldRx certification status. In doing so, Allscripts, ChartConnect, DrFirst, NextGen, RelayHealth and Zix have each gone beyond SureScripts baseline product certification to establish a proven track record with pharmacy interoperability.

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