2004 June

Facing the prospect of lackluster growth over the next several years, the gamma camera market is looking toward the advent of molecular imaging to ignite interest in the technology and rescue it from the mire of sluggish sales.

Fusion imaging is making its mark in diagnosis and therapy of cancer, and gaining support in cardiac and neurology imaging applications.

Cardiology departments tried to follow radiology's lead in digital image and information management, but found unique technological hurdles.

Lung computer-aided detection (CAD) systems could ignite a dramatic change in the practice of radiology.

Monitoring radiation dosages is a top priority for CT scans for children who run the risk of radiation exposure as their bodies develop.

Storage system vendors are enhancing their technologies and features, as providers recieve mandates to maintain large files for longer periods of time.

The healthcare IT industry met its new czar in late May at the TEPR show in Ft. Lauderdale. Just days before starting his job as the President's new National Health Information Technology (NHIT) coordinator, Dr. David Brailer said he's focused on prioritizing his plan to accelerate the adoption of electronic medical records over the next decade. While specifics of the plan aren't due out until late July, he provided great clues as to the tack he plans to follow.