As the next-generation of Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) are finding their way into the market place, many healthcare organizations are realizing the second time around can be much more complex when it comes to implementation.

The question is, what can organizations expect to see as far as changes between the two systems?  A lot, according to an article from Health Imaging. But with calculated planning, the benefits of a second-generation PACS are predictable.

The article suggests healthcare organizations ensure a second-generation PACS:

• Provides HIPAA-compliant asset tracking
• Allows for teaching file and peer review documentation
• Enables enhanced workflow, speed and accuracy of results
• Provides redundant hardware and remote support capabilities
• Works well and interface with other applications including digital mammography and voice products
• Includes adaptive image loading, where the first image of a data set is viewable before all images are loaded

Read the full article to learn more implementing a next-generation PACS, including how to overcome data migration challenges.

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This entry was posted on Wednesday, June 9th, 2010 at 12:09 pm, is filed under PACS and tagged with medical imaging, medical imaging technology, PACS, Picture Archiving and Communication System, Radiology.