FreedomPACS Solves Radiology Image Access Challenges for 500 Ordering Physicians at a Michigan Outpatient Center

Premier MRI/CT Streamlines Image Access, Sharing and Storage with Secure, Cost-Effective Cloud Technology

SOUTHFIELD, MICH. Ever since Premier MRI/CT implemented the web-based medical imaging solutions of FreedomPACS™, the multi-location outpatient center has experienced significantly improved workflow, patient care and savings.

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The benefits experienced by Premier, which serves thousand of patients each year in the tri-county area near Detroit, are detailed in the latest FreedomPACS case study.

With cloud storage, ImageShare technology and on-site radiology PACS, Premier has virtually eliminated its former medical image access challenges experienced by patients and the center’s nearly 500 ordering physicians.

For example, Premier no longer has to rely on cumbersome physical records and outdated CDs to store and share X-rays, MRAs, CTs and MRIs with patients and their primary care physicians or specialists.

“With so many locations geographically, moving around physical records was problematic. It was impractical for the amount of volume we have and the number of patients we see,” explained Gary Wood, director of Premier MRI/CT.

 “FreedomPACS is much easier, less frustrating to outside doctors, and more affordable than the image sharing solutions I used during my 28 years on the hospital side of radiology,” Wood said.

More specifically, FreedomPACS has helped Premier to:

“With FreedomPACS, we are able to operate an imaging center that has multiple sites and manage our images so that they are readily accessible, secure and backed up,” Wood shared.

FreedomPACS also enables us to archive our images across multiple sites—efficiently, inexpensively and with quick access to images regardless of where our doctors might be located. ImageShare is a great benefit as it allows us to connect our external physicians securely so that they can see their patients’ exams,” he added.

Call FreedomPACS at 855-740-1130 or fill out the online form for more details or to request a demonstration of the provider’s signature medical imaging solutions.

Read the full case study: Premier MRI/CT Provides Efficient, Secure Radiology Image Sharing for 500 Physicians.

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About FreedomPACS™ FreedomPACS provides efficient and economical medical imaging solutions to healthcare professionals, practices and facilities. Signature offerings include server and web-based medical PACS (picture archiving and communication system), off-site cloud storage, a cross-platform diagnostic viewer and ImageShare, enabling secure sharing of radiology studies with outside facilities.

FreedomPACS is owned by MN Systems, headquartered in Southfield, Mich., a joint venture between a medical software development company and a group of practicing physicians.

Connect with FreedomPACS on:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FreedomPACS
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/FreedomPACS

Contact:
Sonia Coleman, Coleman Unlimited
636-861-7282, scoleman@colemanunlimited.com

FreedomPACS to Showcase Medical Imaging Solutions at RSNA 2013 in Chicago, Dec. 1-6

Radiology Technology Provider to Offer Exclusive Promotions, Product Demos to RSNA Attendees

SOUTHFIELD, MICH. FreedomPACS™ is a technical exhibitor at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, at the McCormick Place in Chicago, Dec. 1-6.

RSNA Conference Logo Each year, this premier international radiology event unites 53,000-plus healthcare providers, practitioners and related professionals from more than 110 countries to “advance radiology and optimize patient care.”

As a radiology imaging solutions and technology provider, FreedomPACS invites RSNA participants to discover how its Web-based, HIPAA-compliant solutions can help medical facilities streamline services, enhance patient care and be more cost-effective.

At Booth 8058 in Hall B, attendees can access exclusive promotions and see product demos on the company’s signature offerings including:

  • ImageShare—a convenient and secure way to share in-house radiology studies with out-of-network parties through an online HIPAA-compliant channel.
  • FreedomPACS Cloud—an efficient and economical alternative to traditional offsite storage methods, while retaining on-demand access to studies and reports utilizing cloud technology.
  • Radiology PACS—a Web and server-based medical picture archiving communications system, incorporating DICOM standards and offering enterprise-wide viewing on PC, Macintosh and mobile platforms.

Event details:

2013 Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Annual Meeting
Booth 8058, Hall B
Dec. 1-6, 2013
McCormick Place, Chicago

For more information or to set up an appointment, call 855-740-1130 or complete the online form.

About FreedomPACS™

FreedomPACS provides efficient and economical medical imaging solutions to healthcare professionals, practices and facilities. Signature offerings include server and Web-based medical PACS, off-site cloud storage, a cross-platform diagnostic viewer and ImageShare, enabling secure sharing of radiology studies with outside facilities. FreedomPACS is owned by MN Systems, headquartered in Southfield, Mich., a joint venture between a medical software development company and a group of practicing physicians.

Connect with FreedomPACS on: 


Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/FreedomPACS
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/FreedomPACS

Contact:

Sonia Coleman, Coleman Unlimited
636-861-7282, scoleman@colemanunlimited.com

FreedomPACS Awards $45,000 Medical Imaging System to Rural Illinois Hospital

HIPAA-compliant, Web-based PACS solution helps hospital streamline workflow, patient services

Southfield, Mich. To equip rural health providers with the latest medical imaging technology, FreedomPACS™ recently awarded a complete Web-based medical PACS (picture archiving communication system) to Massac Memorial Hospital, Metropolis, Ill. The $45,000 gift will help the 25-bed general medical and surgical hospital improve workflow and enhance patient care, according to Chelle Keplinger, chief financial officer. Screen Shot 2013-09-27 at 8.07.46 PM

“We now have the ability to give our cardiologist immediate access to medical images and studies stored on a server to view and compare to past images,” said Keplinger. “We have never had this ability before and it will benefit our patients.”

The HIPAA-compliant system donated by FreedomPACS includes the company’s three signature products:

  • Web or server-based PACS software – offering enterprise-wide viewing, storage and instant access to digital medical images.
  • FreedomPACS Cloud – a highly secure, cost-effective offsite image storage solution
  • ImageShare Diagnostic Viewer – a secure cross-platform and license-free service that enables outside facilities and physicians to access necessary patient images quickly and efficiently

The gift to the Metroplis-Ill. based hospital represents FreedomPACS’ ongoing commitment to rural healthcare. The medical imaging services provider is an exhibitor at both the National Rural Health Association (NRHA) and Illinois Rural Health Association (IRHA) annual conventions. At this year’s IRHA event, FreedomPACS sponsored the $45,000 PACS Solution Drawing. Massac Memorial Hospital is the recipient of the prize.

About FreedomPACS™

FreedomPACS provides efficient and economical medical imaging solutions to healthcare professionals, practices and facilities. Signature offerings include server and Web-based medical PACS, off-site cloud storage, a cross-platform diagnostic viewer and ImageShare, enabling secure sharing of radiology studies with outside facilities. FreedomPACS is owned by MN Systems, headquartered in Southfield, Mich., a joint venture between a medical software development company and a group of practicing physicians.

Connect with FreedomPACS on: 

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/FreedomPACS
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/FreedomPACS

About Massac Memorial Hospital

Massac Memorial Hospital is a 25-bed general medical and surgical hospital located in Metropolis, Illinois. Founded more than 50 years ago, the hospital has been designated a Critical Access Hospital and offers cardiopulmonary, cardiac rehabilitation, laboratory, physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, radiology, surgery, sleep medicine, and transitional care departments. Massac Memorial Hospital is dedicated to being the area’s leading medical and health care provider to provide families with the care they need, close to home.

Contact:

Sonia Coleman, Coleman Unlimited
636-861-7282, scoleman@colemanunlimited.com

 

New White Paper Explores Safe Mobile Device Usage in Healthcare and Radiology

Guide examines trends, HIPAA compliance and best practices of mobile technology in a health setting

SOUTHFIELD, MICH. With over 80% of physicians using a mobile device at work, it’s crucial that medical facilities understand how this technology impacts patient privacy and security. The new FreedomPACS™ white paper, “Five HIPAA-Compliant Best Practices for Using Mobile Devices in Healthcare,” examines usage in light of federal HIPAA and HITECH requirements.

The free informational guide explores the mobile trend among patients, medical students, healthcare professionals and physicians alike. It weighs the advantages of smartphones and tablets on the job—improved workflow, communication and patient care—against potential disadvantages, including privacy and security breaches of protected health information.

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This publication seeks to help medical providers enhance patient services with mobile technology without sacrificing patient privacy. FreedomPACS, a provider of radiology and imaging software and storage solutions, wants to help address the concerns of healthcare leaders.

The free white paper will help medical professionals understand:

  1. How mobile devices and apps are impacting communication, workflow, diagnosis and patient care in healthcare and radiology specifically
  2. Privacy and security issues regarding HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), HITECH (Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health) and other laws
  3. Specific physical, technological and administrative solutions and strategies to stay in compliance with federal legislation

Visit the FreedomPACS Web site to download the “Five HIPAA-Compliant Best Practices for Using Mobile Devices in Healthcare.”  For more information, contact FreedomPACS at 855-740-1130 or info@freedompacs.net.

 About FreedomPACS™

FreedomPACS provides efficient and economical medical imaging solutions to healthcare professionals, practices and facilities. Signature offerings include server and Web-based medical PACS (picture archiving and communication system), off-site cloud storage, a cross-platform diagnostic viewer and ImageShare, enabling secure sharing of radiology studies with outside facilities. FreedomPACS is owned by MN Systems, headquartered in Southfield, Mich., a joint venture between a medical software development company and a group of practicing physicians.

Connect with FreedomPACS on: 


Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/FreedomPACS
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/FreedomPACS

Contact:

Sonia Coleman, Coleman Unlimited
636-861-7282, scoleman@colemanunlimited.com

 

FreedomPACS Sponsors $40,000 Radiology PACS Drawing at 2013 IRHA Education Conference, Aug. 22-23, Effingham, Ill.

Prize includes complete PACS system, diagnostic Web viewer and cloud storage solution

SOUTHFIELD, MICH. — FreedomPACS™ invites all 2013 IRHA (Illinois Rural Health Association) Annual Education Conference attendees to enter its Radiology PACS Giveaway at the Keller Convention Center in Effingham, Ill.

Each year, the IRHA offers networking, education and development opportunities to its members at the conference in order to “improve access to healthcare for rural Illinoisans.” To support the IRHA mission, FreedomPACS, is donating a complete $40,000 radiology PACS imaging system to be given away during the 2013 event, Aug. 22-23. IHRA logo

FreedomPACS will also show how rural hospitals and facilities can improve patient care with each of its three signature systems included in the prize:

  • Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) software – server and Web-based solutions that offer enterprise-wide viewing, storage and instant access to digital medical images.
  • FreedomPACS Cloud – a highly secure, cost-effective offsite storage solution
  • ImageShare Diagnostic Viewer – a cross-platform viewer that is license-free and incorporates DICOM standards

To sign up for the Radiology PACS Drawing, eligible IRHA members and attendees can register online or stop by the FreedomPACS exhibit at the conference.

  • Drawing participants must be at least 18 years of age and legitimate representatives of medical health facilities (under 50 beds) or medical clinics and practices (with less than 20 doctors).
  • Each facility is limited to two entries and no donation or purchase is necessary to sign up.
  • In addition, the winner is responsible for certain support and installation requirements.

For additional information, call 855-740-1130 or fill out the online form.

About FreedomPACS™:

FreedomPACS provides efficient and economical medical imaging solutions to healthcare professionals, practices and facilities throughout the U.S. FreedomPACS is owned by MN Systems, headquartered in Southfield, Mich., a joint venture between a medical software development company and a group of practicing physicians.

Connect with FreedomPACS on: 


Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/FreedomPACS

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/FreedomPACS

Contact:

Sonia Coleman, Coleman Unlimited

636-861-7282, scoleman@colemanunlimited.com

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FreedomPACS Showcases Radiology Imaging Solutions to Rural Healthcare at Annual TORCH Conference, April 17-19

TORCH logoRadiology PACS provider offers product demos and donates to TORCH Foundation silent auction

SOUTHFIELD, MICH. Web-based PACS and cloud storage provider FreedomPACS™ is exhibiting at the Texas Organization of Rural & Community Hospitals (TORCH) Annual Conference and Trade Show, April 17-19 in Dallas. Held at the Omni Hotel, the event is one of the largest gatherings of rural hospitals and medical professionals nationwide.

Each year, the TORCH gathering brings over 600 medical providers and exhibitors together to address the specific needs and issues facing rural healthcare such as legal advocacy, technology, patient services and access to quality care. FreedomPACS is a corporate member of TORCH, with a goal to better serve the rural medical industry with cost-effective medical imaging solutions.

For example, FreedomPACS recently helped fellow TORCH Member Winkler County Memorial Hospital of Kermit, Texas, improve workflow, enhance patient care and save 75% on their cloud radiology image storage costs. Read the complete case study here.

TORCH members are invited to network with FreedomPACS at Booth #95 to:

  • Learn about the security and efficiency of its HIPAA-compliant cloud storage.
  • See a demo of the diagnostic web-based DICOM viewer.
  • Discover how the web-based PACS system helps rural physicians, clinics and hospitals save both time and money with instant access to patient studies and radiology images.

Conference attendees also have the chance to bid on a FreedomPACS-donated EIZO RadiForce MX240W color monitor during the silent auction on April 18. FreedomPACS contributed this high-quality radiology LCD monitor (valued at $1,800) to the auction, with all proceeds benefitting the TORCH Foundation Scholarship Fund.

For additional information or to schedule an appointment, fill out the online form or call 855-740-1130.

About FreedomPACS™ & FreedomPACS Cloud

FreedomPACS (https://freedompacs.net) is a cost-effective medical picture archiving and communication system (PACS) that provides convenient, economical access and archiving of images from multiple modalities using cloud technology. This radiology system incorporates DICOM standards and can be accessed on Windows or Mac as well as mobile platforms like iPad and Android.

FreedomPACS Cloud offers secure, HIPAA-compliant off-site storage for radiology images. Available with or without a PACS system, this affordably priced solution harnesses the protection and efficiency of the cloud. It provides instant access and can integrate with other PACS or medical equipment. FreedomPACS is owned by MN Systems, headquartered in Southfield, Mich., a joint venture between a medical software development company and a group of practicing physicians.

Connect with FreedomPACS on: 


Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/FreedomPACS

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/FreedomPACS

Contact:

Sonia Coleman, Coleman Unlimited

636-861-7282, scoleman@colemanunlimited.com

 

Radiology PACS Provider FreedomPACS to Exhibit at the 2013 MASA Annual Session in Mobile, April 11-14

MASA LogoAlabama healthcare attendees to access medical imaging solutions, radiology PACS drawing

SOUTHFIELD, MICH. Radiology PACS and cloud storage provider FreedomPACS™ is participating in the 2013 MASA (Medical Association of the State of Alabama) Annual Session, April 11-14 in Mobile, Ala. Physicians and healthcare professionals throughout the state will attend the association event, held at the Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel.

The MASA conference offers industry-specific educational and development opportunities to participants, with this year’s focus on volunteer medicine. It also allows attendees to network with key product and service exhibitors like FreedomPACS, which provides medical imaging resources to radiologists, healthcare facilities and physician practices.

MASA participants are invited to:

  • Visit FreedomPACS (booth #5) to see how its PACS solution, cloud offsite storage and diagnostic Web viewer can help save medical facilities both time and money.
  • Register to win a complete Web-based PACS prize bundle, valued at $40,000.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, fill out the online form or call 855-740-1130.

About FreedomPACS™ & FreedomPACS Cloud

FreedomPACS (https://freedompacs.net) is a cost-effective medical picture archiving and communication system (PACS) that provides convenient, economical access and archiving of images from multiple modalities using cloud technology. This radiology system incorporates DICOM standards and can be accessed on Windows or Mac as well as mobile platforms like iPad and Android.

FreedomPACS Cloud offers secure, HIPAA-compliant off-site storage for radiology images. Available with or without a PACS system, this affordably priced solution harnesses the protection and efficiency of the cloud. It provides instant access and can integrate with other PACS or medical equipment. FreedomPACS is owned by MN Systems, headquartered in Southfield, Mich., a joint venture between a medical software development company and a group of practicing physicians.

Connect with FreedomPACS on: 


Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/FreedomPACS

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/FreedomPACS

Contact:

Sonia Coleman, Coleman Unlimited

636-861-7282, scoleman@colemanunlimited.com

 

 

FreedomPACS Giving Away Complete Radiology PACS Bundle in Spring 2013 Drawing

Radiology PACS drawing

Valued at $40,000, prize includes PACS solution with cloud offsite storage and diagnostic Web viewer

SOUTHFIELD, MICH. FreedomPACS™ invites eligible medical facilities to enter its Spring 2013 Drawing, which runs through Tuesday, April 16. Qualified participants have a chance to win a complete medical picture archiving and communication system (PACS) for their healthcare facility.

The Web-based PACS prize bundle, valued at $40,000, also includes offsite storage utilizing cloud technology and a DICOM diagnostic viewer. These cost-effective resources help medical providers access, store, retrieve and disseminate their digital images and reports safely and efficiently.

To enter, participants can complete the official entry form and official drawing rules online at https://freedompacs.net/pacs-drawing. Or, those attending the MASA (Medical Association of the State of Alabama) Annual Session may do so in person by visiting the FreedomPACS booth April 12 or 13 in Mobile.

No purchase is necessary to enter the drawing. Participants must be at least 18 and legitimate representatives of health facilities (under 50 beds) or medical clinics or practices (less than 20 doctors). Installation and support of the radiology PACS prize bundle are the responsibility of the winner. For more information, call 855-740-1130.

About FreedomPACS™ Radiology PACS Solutions

FreedomPACS (https://freedompacs.net) is a cost-effective medical PACS that provides convenient, economical access and archiving of images from multiple modalities using cloud technology. This radiology system incorporates DICOM standards and can be accessed on Windows or Mac as well as mobile platforms like iPad and Android.

FreedomPACS Cloud offers secure, HIPAA-compliant off-site storage for radiology images. Available with or without a PACS system, this affordably priced solution harnesses the protection and efficiency of the cloud. It provides instant access and can integrate with other medical, equipment or PACS systems. FreedomPACS is owned by MN Systems, headquartered in Southfield, Mich., a joint venture between a medical software development company and a group of practicing physicians.

Connect with FreedomPACS on: 


Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/FreedomPACS

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/FreedomPACS

 

Contact:

Sonia Coleman, Coleman Unlimited

636-861-7282, scoleman@colemanunlimited.com

 

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Radiology PACS Technology Provider FreedomPACS to Attend RSNA 2012

 

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RSNA attendees access special pricing for radiology PACS and cloud image storage provider

SOUTHFIELD, MICH. — Radiology PACS and Cloud Storage provider FreedomPACS announced that it will be attending the 2012 Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Annual Meeting on Nov. 25-30 in Chicago.

FreedomPACS provides radiology PACS systems, affordable cloud image off-site storage, and a user-friendly cross platform diagnostic image viewer to hospitals, physician practices and radiologists.

FreedomPACS invites RSNA attendees to learn more about how FreedomPACS and FreedomPACS Cloud can help medical facilities become more efficient, improve patient care, and bring savings to the bottom line. FreedomPACS Cloud is affordable off-site image archiving and storage that is HIPAA-compliant and designed to safeguard data in case of a natural disaster.

The 2012 RSNA Annual Meeting is the world’s most important annual event in medical imaging science, education, and technology. Nearly 60,000 people from over 100 countries attend the conference to learn about medical advances in radiology, network, and view the latest technology.

Event details:

2012 Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Annual Meeting
Nov. 25-30, 2012
McCormick Place, Chicago, Illinois

To learn more or set up an appointment, visit our form online or call 855-740-1130.

About FreedomPACS™ & FreedomPACS Cloud

FreedomPACS (https://freedompacs.net) is a cost-effective medical Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) that provides convenient, economical access and archiving of images from multiple modalities using cloud technology. This radiology PACS system incorporates DICOM standards and can be accessed on Windows or Mac as well as mobile platforms like iPad and Android.

FreedomPACS Cloud offers secure, HIPAA-compliant off-site storage for radiology images. Available with or without a PACS system, this affordably priced solution harnesses the protection and efficiency of the cloud. It provides instant access and can integrate with other medical, equipment or PACS systems. FreedomPACS is owned by MN Systems, headquartered in Southfield, MI, a joint venture between a medical software development company and a group of practicing physicians.

Connect with FreedomPACS on:


Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/FreedomPACS
Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/FreedomPACS

Contact:

Sonia Coleman, Coleman Unlimited
636-861-7282, scoleman@colemanunlimited.com

Radiology Technology Provider FreedomPACS to Attend Advancing Health Information Technology (HIT) in Nebraska, Oct. 30

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Attendees access special pricing for radiology PACS and cloud image storage provider

SOUTHFIELD, MICH. — Radiology PACS and Cloud Storage provider FreedomPACS announced that it will be attending and exhibiting the 2012 Advancing HIT in Nebraska on October 30 at the Holiday Inn in Kearney, Neb.

Organized by the Wide River Technology Expansion Center, this day-long event will discuss hot topics like Meaningful Use, Medicare Electronic Health Records (EHR), Health Information Exchange (HIE) success stories, and much more.

Health Information Technology (HIT) in NebraskaFreedomPACS provides radiology PACS systems, affordable cloud image off-site storage, and a user-friendly cross platform diagnostic image viewer to hospitals, physician practices and radiologists.

FreedomPACS invites all Advancing HIT attendees to connect with their representatives to learn more about how FreedomPACS and FreedomPACS Cloud can help medical facilities become more efficient, improve patient care, and bring savings to the bottom line. FreedomPACS Cloud is affordable off-site image archiving and storage that is HIPAA-compliant and designed to safeguard data in case of a natural disaster.

Event details:

Advancing Health Information Technology (HIT) in Nebraska
October 20, 2012
Holiday Inn, Kearney, NE
Wide River Technology Extension Center

To learn more or set up an appointment, visit our form online or call 855-740-1130.

About FreedomPACS™ & FreedomPACS Cloud

FreedomPACS (https://freedompacs.net) is a cost-effective medical Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) that provides convenient, economical access and archiving of images from multiple modalities using cloud technology. This radiology PACS system incorporates DICOM standards and can be accessed on Windows or Mac as well as mobile platforms like iPad and Android.

FreedomPACS Cloud offers secure, HIPAA-compliant off-site storage for radiology images. Available with or without a PACS system, this affordably priced solution harnesses the protection and efficiency of the cloud. It provides instant access and can integrate with other medical, equipment or PACS systems. FreedomPACS is owned by MN Systems, headquartered in Southfield, MI, a joint venture between a medical software development company and a group of practicing physicians.

 

Connect with FreedomPACS on:


Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/FreedomPACS

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/FreedomPACS

 

Contact:

Sonia Coleman, Coleman Unlimited

636-861-7282, scoleman@colemanunlimited.com