Web-Based Service Provides Low-Cost PACS Alternative

(Eastlake, OH, USA), offers imaging facilities a viable PACS alternative with such features as no upfront capital costs, no hardware or software to purchase, and a system that does not depreciate in value. The service does not have to be maintained or repaired, creating greater efficiency within imaging facilities.

For a small monthly fee, which is based upon the number of users that require access, and the amount of storage used, imaging facilities can utilize eWIX to simplify their imaging needs. The service represents a low-cost alternative to PACS, an interim solution to PACS, or a cost-effective way to archive PACS data.

eWIX has recently been upgraded to now offer an HL-7 interface for HIS (hospital information system) and RIS (radiology information system) communications and has upgraded its LOSSY compression capability from JPEG to JPEG 2000.

"Our eWIX service is a simple, risk-free solution to manage and archive medical information,” said Charles Patti, president of NCD Medical. "eWIX is a web-based application service provider [ASP] PACS and patient information service designed to eliminate the hardware, software, and networking costs of setting up a PACS. For imaging facilities facing budget constraints, this service a viable solution for their needs.”

The system provides total solutions for PACS--from accessing Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) images to document imaging and film archiving to disaster recovery. NCD Medical also features a refurbishing staff equipped and trained by leading manufacturers to recondition most radiology diagnostic imaging equipment. The refurbishing system is much less expensive than purchasing a new replacement unit.

NCD Medical provides turnkey diagnostic imaging systems and services in conjunction with PACS and document imaging services. The company's range of products and systems is broad, providing for most modalities including X-ray, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and Nuclear Medicine. NCD Medical also provides PACS ASP services, X-ray film storage, film digitizing, and document image ASP hosting.


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