AHRA Preview 2016
July 28, 2016
AHRA’s 44th annual meeting and exposition is set for July 31 to Aug. 3.
The event will take place at The Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee. More than 1,000 imaging leaders and 200 exhibitors will attend. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from educational session experts, network with medical imaging peers, connect with leading industry vendors and explore the sights and sounds of Nashville.
Special events taking place on Sunday, July 31, will include:
• The CRA Exam Workshop. This is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• The Lean Six Sigma Workshop. The event will occur from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• Leadership and Mentoring for Radiology Directors and Managers, from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The keynote speaker scheduled to appear on Tuesday, Aug. 2, from 9:45 a.m. to 11 a.m. is Scott Steinberg. His topic will be “Leading with Innovation: How to Future- Proof Yourself, Fearlessly Innovate, and Succeed in the New Normal.” Breakout sessions will take place during the event. Some of the topics will include:
• Current Issues in Health Care Administration.
• A national Look at Joint Commission diagnostic imaging standards — one year later.
• Lessons from a large-scale health system’s journey toward constant dose awareness.
• MRI safety lessons learned, and the new Joint Commission standards.
• How can I get better data from my referring physicians?
• AHRA regulatory affairs update.
• Decoding the hidden message in your employee engagement scores.
• Clinical supervision for radiology scheduling.
• Improving CT workflow and contrast media utilization with syringeless power injector.
AHRA Exhibitors 2016
AFC Industries — Booth # 340
Sit. Stand. Raise monitors. Lower monitors. Move them in. Move them out. Different users. Different needs. Electronically height-adjustable at the touch of a button. Independent adjustment of monitor height and focal length for optimal viewing. These are the building blocks of AFC's ergonomic workstations. When you visit AFC Industries' booth (# 340) at this year's AHRA, you will see what one company, committed to ergonomics, is doing to improve worker productivity while maintaining an effective and efficient workplace. You will see the latest in Height Adjustable Workstations; Monitor Mounting Systems; Wall mounted desks, Tablet carts, Teleradiology carts and much more.
Bayer MVS — Booth # 602
Bayer MVS offers the Acuity DR™ 14×17 Wireless DR Detector. Transforming a conventional X-ray room into an efficient DR suite has never been easier. Acuity’s outstanding image quality can allow for quick, easy and reliable imaging. Multi-channel functionality allows for communication with multiple workstations through one detector. Bayer offers a hot swap option, over-nighting a replacement detector directly to you, minimizing costly downtime. All of these features and more can allow you to optimize your efficiency while providing a reliable and affordable DR solution. Visit booth #602 to learn how Bayer MVS can help you today!
Beekley Medical — Booth #433
At Beekley Medical, our goal is to help positively impact patients' lives and improve clinical outcomes. Our simple, low-cost disposable products help you improve communication, productivity and patient care. Stop by our booth and ask for the studies that demonstrate how you can significantly reduce questions regarding architectural distortion in 3D mammography with TomoSPOT® scar makers; how you can increase drinking compliance and patient satisfaction in CT and MR enterography with Breeza® flavored beverage for neutral abdominal imaging; and how you can help reduce aborted scans and additional coaching time in MRI with Elequil®, aromatherapy for the clinical setting.
Biomorph Radiology Furniture — Booth #746
Biomorph revolutionizes the PACS Radiology Reading Table. Through built-in ergonomics, Biomorph improves efficiency and well-being in PACS radiology reading rooms by dealing with the physical challenges radiologists face reading files for often more than 10 hours a day. Aware of the risks of repetitive stress injuries, medical practitioners will understand the importance of the multi-level, fully adjustable sit-to-standing surfaces, creating an optimal rock-solid PACS radiology reading experience. Designed with comfort, good health and productivity in mind, Biomorph PACS radiology furniture is available in multiple configurations to suit the most demanding users and facilities.
Canon U.S.A, Inc. — Booth #622
Canon U.S.A., Inc. is a leading provider of consumer, business- to-business and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States and to Latin America and the Caribbean (excluding Mexico) markets. With approximately $31 billion in global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc. (NYSE:CAJ), ranks third overall in U.S. patents granted in 2015† and is one of Fortune Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies in 2016. Canon U.S.A. is committed to the highest level of customer satisfaction and loyalty, providing 100 percent U.S.-based consumer service and support for all of the products it distributes.
† Based on weekly patent counts issued by United States Patent and Trademark Office.
DEXA Solutions — Booth #443
DEXA Solutions is the leading service provider for all your Bone Densitometry needs. Our dedicated, OEM trained experts specialize in providing onsite service, parts sales, computer upgrades, system relocations, applications training, annual PMs, flexible service contracts and equipment sales. Stop by booth 443 during the AHRA conference to see how you can receive a WIN 7 computer upgrade for your GE Lunar DXA for Free!
DOTmed — Booth #518
This year at AHRA, DOTmed is rolling out its new Clean Sweep Equipment Auctions Program — a unique service for hospitals that fills an important gap in an underserved market: how do you sell low-value equipment? Every dealer and broker wants to buy your high-value imaging equipment, but almost no one wants all the hundreds of pieces of low-value surplus equipment you don’t use anymore, but can’t seen to discard. Well, DOTmed wants them. We’ll take it all and auction it all for you, and cut you a check after our expenses are met. Come by and learn more about this great program. DOTmed is also the world’s leading medical equipment, parts and service marketplace. We host over 625,000 user listings on any given day. We welcome more than 22,000 unique visitors a day and have over a quarter-million registered users. We publish HealthCare Business News magazine monthly, and feature breaking industry news daily via HealthCare Business Daily News online. Our
Trade Show Team is ready to help you make the most of all the free services DOTmed offers.
Dunlee — Booth #120
World Leader in the Design, Manufacture and Distribution of CT products and programs. Dunlee is one of the world's primary sources for OEM and replacement CT tubes. We design, engineer and manufacture replacement tubes that are second to none. It is what we have done for over 70 years, employing the very best people and advancing technology to shape how today's images are made. Through our advanced engineering techniques, our replacement tubes are designed to have a long tube life which saves our customers money. Dunlee's customers benefit from the many supporting programs that go hand in hand with doing business with us. We offer same-day delivery, 24/7/365 customer care and exclusive Glassware Solution programs that help to minimize risk. Dunlee also has trusted partners that can be utilized for parts, expert installation and extensive training.
EOS imaging — Booth #635
EOS imaging is a med-tech company based in Paris, France, that designs, develops and markets EOS, an innovative medical imaging system dedicated to orthopaedics and osteoarticular pathologies. A low dose or micro dose EOS exam provides full body, stereo-radiographic images in weight-bearing positions. The frontal and lateral images are acquired simultaneously in less than 20 seconds without magnification. The accompanying sterEOS workstation enables you to create patient-specific 3D models, calculate over 100 clinical parameters automatically and generate customizable patient reports. EOS also offers online 3D services and cloud-based, 3D surgical planning software solutions. The EOS platform adds value throughout the patient care pathway and truly connects imaging to care.
iCAD, Inc. — Booth #802
iCAD's PowerLook Advanced Mammography Platform® supports 2D mammography for accurate detection of breast cancer; and iReveal® an automated breast density solution that standardizes the assessment and reporting of breast density. This technology assists radiologists in evaluating and scoring breast density to identify patients who may be at higher risk of developing breast cancer. iCAD to showcase its latest technology *Tomosynthesis CAD built on deep learning optimizes workflow, reading efficiency, and supports cancer detection.
* FDA pending approval
Kopp Development — Booth #520
Ferromagnetic Detection Innovation Helps To Comply With The New Joint Commission Requirements. Kopp Development Inc., the leading manufacturer of ferromagnetic detectors for MRI Safety, invites you to see their new enhanced package for the entryway systems FerrAlert™ HALO II PLUS and Ferromagnetic Incident Log Manager, F.I.L.M. The PLUS system dramatically reduces alarm fatigue by not alarming on the MRI door and ferromagnetic objects exiting the MRI room. The F.I.L.M. device was designed to facilitate compliance with the new safety standards set by The Joint Commission and to assist with Root Cause Analysis. FerrAlert™ detectors are recognized to be the most accurate ferromagnetic detectors for MRI, due to their unique, patented technology to detect and precisely locate the offending ferrous objects.
LG Medical Technologies — Booth #330
LG Medical Technologies, Inc. offers Advanced MRI and CT Programs for Short- and Long-Term Programs. All our units are serviced by the OEMs with extended hour service contracts. We provide uptime guarantees, site planning and training. Responsiveness, flexibility and transparency are key to providing solutions to our customers. We believe that our customers’ needs are unique to their circumstances. We offer MRI & CT systems by GE, Toshiba and Siemens with the most current technology software available and XR-29 compliance. Honesty, Integrity and Trust are values that are earned and serve as the foundation in all we do.
McKesson — Booth #841
At McKesson Imaging and Workflow Solutions, we partner with our customers to transform healthcare delivery by creating high quality, interoperable, technology solutions through innovation, commitment to excellence and extraordinary people. McKesson Radiology™ is a web-based PACS solution with native solutions for 3D advanced visualization and digital breast imaging, including tomosynthesis. Conserus™ is a highly interoperable, vendor neutral suite of products for workflow orchestration and diagnostic image management. BEAM by OneMedNet offers image sharing and distribution. Visit our booth to see these products live and talk to us about how we can support you in your transition to value based care.
Oxford Instruments Healthcare — Booth #516
Oxford Instruments Healthcare specializes in providing quality CT & MRI equipment sales, maintenance service, mobile imaging solutions, quality parts and biomedical support options to health care practitioners across North America. We focus on delivering world-class service and support for your CT & MRI systems. Our expertly refurbished equipment and parts undergo a comprehensive quality inspection to meet or exceed OEM specifications helping you save a substantial amount of money without compromising on quality. Visit us at AHRA to speak with a sales representative.
Rayence — Booth #639
Highlighting our AHRA booth this year is the Rayence RU-3000 Digital Universal Radiography System. This unique U-arm features a compact design with dual telescoping arm movement that permits installation in settings having ceiling heights of just eight (8) feet. Its fully motorized movements for SID, arm rotation, height and detector angle can be automatically programmed to user-specific radiographic positions utilizing the intuitive touch-screen located tube side, a hand-held remote control, or by using the technologist workstation.
Rays — Booth #539
Rays tele-radiologists leverage state-of-the-art technology to provide fast, accurate, complete imaging studies 24/7 across numerous imaging subspecialties … always there, always on. Rays is committed to delivering exceptional service to each and every customer, clients, patients and study ordering physicians. Our teleradiology solutions include comprehensive quality assurance programs, which include peer review and a rigorous radiologist screening process. Our physician-led team consists of Board-certified, U.S.-based radiologists in numerous subspecialties. Our VidRay(R) video consultation platform allows the reading radiologist to add clarity to consults by scrolling across and highlighting image areas as they are being discussed.
Richardson Healthcare — Booth #224
Richardson Healthcare provides high-quality diagnostic imaging components and superior technical support to hospitals, diagnostic imaging centers, independent service organizations and more. Stop by AHRA booth #224 to learn about our NEW Image Systems N-Series diagnostic displays, which were designed for the demanding needs of radiology. The new series is highlighted by the new 5MP Color display (C5MPn) that will support multi-modality PACS and mammographic image viewing. We will also be showcasing the Thales Art- Pix™ EZ2GO DR System. This wireless flat panel detector and tablet make it possible to easily upgrade from CR to DR in one day — with no equipment to replace.
Shimadzu Medical Systems USA — Booth #214
Shimadzu Medical Systems USA, headquartered in Torrance, California, and a subsidiary of Shimadzu Corporation, is a provider of medical diagnostic equipment including conventional, interventional and digital X-ray systems. Shimadzu’s imaging portfolio includes “EDGE” technologies for Radiographic, RF and Cardiovascular systems. Offering a complete line of the most competitive DR and DFR panels in the industry and being the only manufacturer with Large Format Tomosynthesis and SLOT Radiography of both RAD and RF equipment. Regularly achieving both KLAS and MD Buyline awards, Shimadzu’s leadership is lowering lifetime cost and assuring imaging excellence guaranteeing our customers the maximum value on their investment.
Technical Prospects — Booth #223
With 18 years as the leader in Siemens-specific parts, training and technical support, Technical Prospects is your ONLY alternative to Siemens Medical Imaging. Founded by an engineer and supported by a team of engineers to help engineers. Your success depends on quality, timeliness and support you receive from your parts provider. Technical Prospects helps you help the patient with quality new, used and refurbished parts. The ability to maintain and repair equipment is the main focus of an engineer. We build your knowledge by offering training courses taught by industry experts. Knowledge = confidence. When troubleshooting becomes time sensitive, you need an ally. Our team of engineers delivers on-demand tech support you can rely on.
Varian Medical Systems — Booth #425
Varian's Imaging Components group is the world's largest independent supplier of medical X-ray tubes, and also manufactures flat panel digital detectors and image processing software for X-ray imaging. With over 50 years of experience providing high quality, safe and effective products our goal is to support our customers by strengthening their competitiveness and helping them become world-class system suppliers. We serve all major segments of the market such as computed tomography (CT), radiographic and fluoroscopic imaging, mammography, angiography and cardiology. Varian is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, with manufacturing facilities in Charleston, South Carolina; Beijing, Shanghai and Wuxi, China; and Willich, Germany.
Volpara Solutions — Booth #233
Volpara Solutions provides a suite of quantitative breast imaging tools designed to help maintain accuracy and consistent quality in breast screening. VolparaAnalytics assists in quality assurance by monitoring critical elements of the breast imaging process and generating key metrics to help breast imaging centers monitor the performance of technologists, readers and mammography and tomosynthesis machines. VolparaAnalytics provides unique information such as average pressure applied by each technologist, and breast density profiles by mammography system, helping address potential issues early.
The event will take place at The Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee. More than 1,000 imaging leaders and 200 exhibitors will attend. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from educational session experts, network with medical imaging peers, connect with leading industry vendors and explore the sights and sounds of Nashville.
Special events taking place on Sunday, July 31, will include:
• The CRA Exam Workshop. This is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• The Lean Six Sigma Workshop. The event will occur from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• Leadership and Mentoring for Radiology Directors and Managers, from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The keynote speaker scheduled to appear on Tuesday, Aug. 2, from 9:45 a.m. to 11 a.m. is Scott Steinberg. His topic will be “Leading with Innovation: How to Future- Proof Yourself, Fearlessly Innovate, and Succeed in the New Normal.” Breakout sessions will take place during the event. Some of the topics will include:
• Current Issues in Health Care Administration.
• A national Look at Joint Commission diagnostic imaging standards — one year later.
• Lessons from a large-scale health system’s journey toward constant dose awareness.
• MRI safety lessons learned, and the new Joint Commission standards.
• How can I get better data from my referring physicians?
• AHRA regulatory affairs update.
• Decoding the hidden message in your employee engagement scores.
• Clinical supervision for radiology scheduling.
• Improving CT workflow and contrast media utilization with syringeless power injector.
AHRA Exhibitors 2016
AFC Industries — Booth # 340
Sit. Stand. Raise monitors. Lower monitors. Move them in. Move them out. Different users. Different needs. Electronically height-adjustable at the touch of a button. Independent adjustment of monitor height and focal length for optimal viewing. These are the building blocks of AFC's ergonomic workstations. When you visit AFC Industries' booth (# 340) at this year's AHRA, you will see what one company, committed to ergonomics, is doing to improve worker productivity while maintaining an effective and efficient workplace. You will see the latest in Height Adjustable Workstations; Monitor Mounting Systems; Wall mounted desks, Tablet carts, Teleradiology carts and much more.
Bayer MVS — Booth # 602
Bayer MVS offers the Acuity DR™ 14×17 Wireless DR Detector. Transforming a conventional X-ray room into an efficient DR suite has never been easier. Acuity’s outstanding image quality can allow for quick, easy and reliable imaging. Multi-channel functionality allows for communication with multiple workstations through one detector. Bayer offers a hot swap option, over-nighting a replacement detector directly to you, minimizing costly downtime. All of these features and more can allow you to optimize your efficiency while providing a reliable and affordable DR solution. Visit booth #602 to learn how Bayer MVS can help you today!
Beekley Medical — Booth #433
At Beekley Medical, our goal is to help positively impact patients' lives and improve clinical outcomes. Our simple, low-cost disposable products help you improve communication, productivity and patient care. Stop by our booth and ask for the studies that demonstrate how you can significantly reduce questions regarding architectural distortion in 3D mammography with TomoSPOT® scar makers; how you can increase drinking compliance and patient satisfaction in CT and MR enterography with Breeza® flavored beverage for neutral abdominal imaging; and how you can help reduce aborted scans and additional coaching time in MRI with Elequil®, aromatherapy for the clinical setting.
Biomorph Radiology Furniture — Booth #746
Biomorph revolutionizes the PACS Radiology Reading Table. Through built-in ergonomics, Biomorph improves efficiency and well-being in PACS radiology reading rooms by dealing with the physical challenges radiologists face reading files for often more than 10 hours a day. Aware of the risks of repetitive stress injuries, medical practitioners will understand the importance of the multi-level, fully adjustable sit-to-standing surfaces, creating an optimal rock-solid PACS radiology reading experience. Designed with comfort, good health and productivity in mind, Biomorph PACS radiology furniture is available in multiple configurations to suit the most demanding users and facilities.
Canon U.S.A, Inc. — Booth #622
Canon U.S.A., Inc. is a leading provider of consumer, business- to-business and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States and to Latin America and the Caribbean (excluding Mexico) markets. With approximately $31 billion in global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc. (NYSE:CAJ), ranks third overall in U.S. patents granted in 2015† and is one of Fortune Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies in 2016. Canon U.S.A. is committed to the highest level of customer satisfaction and loyalty, providing 100 percent U.S.-based consumer service and support for all of the products it distributes.
† Based on weekly patent counts issued by United States Patent and Trademark Office.
DEXA Solutions — Booth #443
DEXA Solutions is the leading service provider for all your Bone Densitometry needs. Our dedicated, OEM trained experts specialize in providing onsite service, parts sales, computer upgrades, system relocations, applications training, annual PMs, flexible service contracts and equipment sales. Stop by booth 443 during the AHRA conference to see how you can receive a WIN 7 computer upgrade for your GE Lunar DXA for Free!
DOTmed — Booth #518
This year at AHRA, DOTmed is rolling out its new Clean Sweep Equipment Auctions Program — a unique service for hospitals that fills an important gap in an underserved market: how do you sell low-value equipment? Every dealer and broker wants to buy your high-value imaging equipment, but almost no one wants all the hundreds of pieces of low-value surplus equipment you don’t use anymore, but can’t seen to discard. Well, DOTmed wants them. We’ll take it all and auction it all for you, and cut you a check after our expenses are met. Come by and learn more about this great program. DOTmed is also the world’s leading medical equipment, parts and service marketplace. We host over 625,000 user listings on any given day. We welcome more than 22,000 unique visitors a day and have over a quarter-million registered users. We publish HealthCare Business News magazine monthly, and feature breaking industry news daily via HealthCare Business Daily News online. Our
Trade Show Team is ready to help you make the most of all the free services DOTmed offers.
Dunlee — Booth #120
World Leader in the Design, Manufacture and Distribution of CT products and programs. Dunlee is one of the world's primary sources for OEM and replacement CT tubes. We design, engineer and manufacture replacement tubes that are second to none. It is what we have done for over 70 years, employing the very best people and advancing technology to shape how today's images are made. Through our advanced engineering techniques, our replacement tubes are designed to have a long tube life which saves our customers money. Dunlee's customers benefit from the many supporting programs that go hand in hand with doing business with us. We offer same-day delivery, 24/7/365 customer care and exclusive Glassware Solution programs that help to minimize risk. Dunlee also has trusted partners that can be utilized for parts, expert installation and extensive training.
EOS imaging — Booth #635
EOS imaging is a med-tech company based in Paris, France, that designs, develops and markets EOS, an innovative medical imaging system dedicated to orthopaedics and osteoarticular pathologies. A low dose or micro dose EOS exam provides full body, stereo-radiographic images in weight-bearing positions. The frontal and lateral images are acquired simultaneously in less than 20 seconds without magnification. The accompanying sterEOS workstation enables you to create patient-specific 3D models, calculate over 100 clinical parameters automatically and generate customizable patient reports. EOS also offers online 3D services and cloud-based, 3D surgical planning software solutions. The EOS platform adds value throughout the patient care pathway and truly connects imaging to care.
iCAD, Inc. — Booth #802
iCAD's PowerLook Advanced Mammography Platform® supports 2D mammography for accurate detection of breast cancer; and iReveal® an automated breast density solution that standardizes the assessment and reporting of breast density. This technology assists radiologists in evaluating and scoring breast density to identify patients who may be at higher risk of developing breast cancer. iCAD to showcase its latest technology *Tomosynthesis CAD built on deep learning optimizes workflow, reading efficiency, and supports cancer detection.
* FDA pending approval
Kopp Development — Booth #520
Ferromagnetic Detection Innovation Helps To Comply With The New Joint Commission Requirements. Kopp Development Inc., the leading manufacturer of ferromagnetic detectors for MRI Safety, invites you to see their new enhanced package for the entryway systems FerrAlert™ HALO II PLUS and Ferromagnetic Incident Log Manager, F.I.L.M. The PLUS system dramatically reduces alarm fatigue by not alarming on the MRI door and ferromagnetic objects exiting the MRI room. The F.I.L.M. device was designed to facilitate compliance with the new safety standards set by The Joint Commission and to assist with Root Cause Analysis. FerrAlert™ detectors are recognized to be the most accurate ferromagnetic detectors for MRI, due to their unique, patented technology to detect and precisely locate the offending ferrous objects.
LG Medical Technologies — Booth #330
LG Medical Technologies, Inc. offers Advanced MRI and CT Programs for Short- and Long-Term Programs. All our units are serviced by the OEMs with extended hour service contracts. We provide uptime guarantees, site planning and training. Responsiveness, flexibility and transparency are key to providing solutions to our customers. We believe that our customers’ needs are unique to their circumstances. We offer MRI & CT systems by GE, Toshiba and Siemens with the most current technology software available and XR-29 compliance. Honesty, Integrity and Trust are values that are earned and serve as the foundation in all we do.
McKesson — Booth #841
At McKesson Imaging and Workflow Solutions, we partner with our customers to transform healthcare delivery by creating high quality, interoperable, technology solutions through innovation, commitment to excellence and extraordinary people. McKesson Radiology™ is a web-based PACS solution with native solutions for 3D advanced visualization and digital breast imaging, including tomosynthesis. Conserus™ is a highly interoperable, vendor neutral suite of products for workflow orchestration and diagnostic image management. BEAM by OneMedNet offers image sharing and distribution. Visit our booth to see these products live and talk to us about how we can support you in your transition to value based care.
Oxford Instruments Healthcare — Booth #516
Oxford Instruments Healthcare specializes in providing quality CT & MRI equipment sales, maintenance service, mobile imaging solutions, quality parts and biomedical support options to health care practitioners across North America. We focus on delivering world-class service and support for your CT & MRI systems. Our expertly refurbished equipment and parts undergo a comprehensive quality inspection to meet or exceed OEM specifications helping you save a substantial amount of money without compromising on quality. Visit us at AHRA to speak with a sales representative.
Rayence — Booth #639
Highlighting our AHRA booth this year is the Rayence RU-3000 Digital Universal Radiography System. This unique U-arm features a compact design with dual telescoping arm movement that permits installation in settings having ceiling heights of just eight (8) feet. Its fully motorized movements for SID, arm rotation, height and detector angle can be automatically programmed to user-specific radiographic positions utilizing the intuitive touch-screen located tube side, a hand-held remote control, or by using the technologist workstation.
Rays — Booth #539
Rays tele-radiologists leverage state-of-the-art technology to provide fast, accurate, complete imaging studies 24/7 across numerous imaging subspecialties … always there, always on. Rays is committed to delivering exceptional service to each and every customer, clients, patients and study ordering physicians. Our teleradiology solutions include comprehensive quality assurance programs, which include peer review and a rigorous radiologist screening process. Our physician-led team consists of Board-certified, U.S.-based radiologists in numerous subspecialties. Our VidRay(R) video consultation platform allows the reading radiologist to add clarity to consults by scrolling across and highlighting image areas as they are being discussed.
Richardson Healthcare — Booth #224
Richardson Healthcare provides high-quality diagnostic imaging components and superior technical support to hospitals, diagnostic imaging centers, independent service organizations and more. Stop by AHRA booth #224 to learn about our NEW Image Systems N-Series diagnostic displays, which were designed for the demanding needs of radiology. The new series is highlighted by the new 5MP Color display (C5MPn) that will support multi-modality PACS and mammographic image viewing. We will also be showcasing the Thales Art- Pix™ EZ2GO DR System. This wireless flat panel detector and tablet make it possible to easily upgrade from CR to DR in one day — with no equipment to replace.
Shimadzu Medical Systems USA — Booth #214
Shimadzu Medical Systems USA, headquartered in Torrance, California, and a subsidiary of Shimadzu Corporation, is a provider of medical diagnostic equipment including conventional, interventional and digital X-ray systems. Shimadzu’s imaging portfolio includes “EDGE” technologies for Radiographic, RF and Cardiovascular systems. Offering a complete line of the most competitive DR and DFR panels in the industry and being the only manufacturer with Large Format Tomosynthesis and SLOT Radiography of both RAD and RF equipment. Regularly achieving both KLAS and MD Buyline awards, Shimadzu’s leadership is lowering lifetime cost and assuring imaging excellence guaranteeing our customers the maximum value on their investment.
Technical Prospects — Booth #223
With 18 years as the leader in Siemens-specific parts, training and technical support, Technical Prospects is your ONLY alternative to Siemens Medical Imaging. Founded by an engineer and supported by a team of engineers to help engineers. Your success depends on quality, timeliness and support you receive from your parts provider. Technical Prospects helps you help the patient with quality new, used and refurbished parts. The ability to maintain and repair equipment is the main focus of an engineer. We build your knowledge by offering training courses taught by industry experts. Knowledge = confidence. When troubleshooting becomes time sensitive, you need an ally. Our team of engineers delivers on-demand tech support you can rely on.
Varian Medical Systems — Booth #425
Varian's Imaging Components group is the world's largest independent supplier of medical X-ray tubes, and also manufactures flat panel digital detectors and image processing software for X-ray imaging. With over 50 years of experience providing high quality, safe and effective products our goal is to support our customers by strengthening their competitiveness and helping them become world-class system suppliers. We serve all major segments of the market such as computed tomography (CT), radiographic and fluoroscopic imaging, mammography, angiography and cardiology. Varian is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, with manufacturing facilities in Charleston, South Carolina; Beijing, Shanghai and Wuxi, China; and Willich, Germany.
Volpara Solutions — Booth #233
Volpara Solutions provides a suite of quantitative breast imaging tools designed to help maintain accuracy and consistent quality in breast screening. VolparaAnalytics assists in quality assurance by monitoring critical elements of the breast imaging process and generating key metrics to help breast imaging centers monitor the performance of technologists, readers and mammography and tomosynthesis machines. VolparaAnalytics provides unique information such as average pressure applied by each technologist, and breast density profiles by mammography system, helping address potential issues early.