Products and Services

NovaPACS Express was designed specifically for small medical offices that generate up to 20 studies per day and use up to two modalities. The PACS includes a complete diagnostic tool set with standard viewing features (window level, colorize, Cobb angle, zoom, pan, scroll, etc.) and seven-year off-site NovaCloud archive protection. Low per-study fee pricing is a key benefit. The easy setup of a plug-and-play DICOM image routing appliance means physicians can begin reading studies on their own hardware in no time. Novarad

Redefining cart flexibility

Designed with an open architecture and fully modular assembly, the VHRC Series cart allows a wide variety of computer equipment, patient monitors and other medical equipment to be combined in one single workstation that addresses specialized application needs. Many modular options are available, including a popular laptop enclosure, slide-out keyboard and locking drawer, and multiple flat-panel and monitor mounts. Product benefits include: compatibility to accept any GCX channel-mounted components, a space-saving footprint and strong aluminum construction. GCX Corporation

Virtual computing with a view

The 22-inch, widescreen P Series Network Monitor (N2210WZ) uses a Teradici PCoIP (PC-over-IP) chipset and VMware to deliver a powerful and secure virtual computing solution. This LED-backlit unit is fully compatible with VMware View Virtual Desktop Environments. True zero-client devices eliminate the need for additional CPUs, operating systems, device drivers and anti-virus management, making multi-station computer labs easier than ever and helping to cut back on computer system building, maintenance and energy costs. LG

Industrial-strength labeler

3M and DYMO have partnered to create the Portable Labeler PL150, the first in this line of solutions to feature a computer-style (QWERTY) keyboard. This device can be used to easily label wires, cables, modules, panels and blocks in addition to creating custom flags or vertical labels. The unit prints on a range of label materials, including heat shrink, for long-lasting indicators that can stick to challenging surfaces. New label colors meet ANSI and ISO standards. One-touch formatting keys enable quick creation of specialty labels. 3M Electrical Markets Division; DYMO

Super-cool workstation with swappable parts

The HP Z1 is a solid choice for healthcare environments that require high reliability and easy serviceability from the point of care to telemedicine, EMR systems and PACS. This compact, all-in-one system is designed to reduce overall acoustic output levels, provide extremely efficient heat removal from processors and simplify servicing and upgrades.

Features include a huge 27-inch display that supports more than a billion colors, blazingly fast rendering and performance, and a tool-less chassis that snaps open so users can easily swap out parts. HP

Improve Rx inventory control

Hospital pharmacies across the U.S. are transforming their operations using McKesson’s pharmacy automation solutions, including its RightStock inventory management feature. Exclusive to McKesson’s AcuDose-Rx medication dispensing cabinets, RightStock’s “set it and forget it” features optimize inventory for each cabinet automatically on a daily basis, preventing costly medication stock-outs and minimizing waste. Benefits include significant cost reductions, improved medication availability and greatly enhanced workflow. It also reduces the time needed for pharmacists to analyze reports and make inventory decisions. McKesson

EMR for small practices

ChartMakerLite is a low-cost electronic medical record designed to provide small medical practices with an affordable hardware and software EMR that will qualify for the HITECH Stage 1 meaningful-use incentives. An optional billing system is available. The medical practice is responsible for meeting the HITECH objectives, but the STI Meaningful Use Dashboard and STI training staff will assist in monitoring meaningful-use status. More than 100 physicians have already achieved meaningful use and received their first payment of $18,000 using the ChartMaker Medical Suite. STI Computer Services

Wall mount chock full of options

The PeerCare Adaptive Fully Articulating Wall System (HCW201) is a convertible wall-mount unit that can transform from a standard-mount solution into a fully enclosed system. The solution is deployable in both patient and exam rooms. Positioning of the independent display and keyboard tray is effortless and allows for preferred viewing angle and typing position. When not in use, the system can be folded up against the wall to present a clean and neat appearance. An Agion antimicrobial finish assists in controlling the spread of infection. Peerless Industries

Be your own TV program director

The Aceso Hospital TV Network (HTV) is an integrated video network that aims to deliver relevant and compelling programming to common and waiting areas over a hospital’s existing infrastructure, paralleling UpCare, Aceso’s bedside patient-engagement solution. Content focuses on wellness, education, learning and inspiration sourced from both trusted national network producers and locally produced programming. Hospitals can deploy this solution as a marketing and promotional forum that focuses on the unique areas of clinical expertise, research and specialty care available at their facilities. Aceso

A clinician resource like no other

Designed after conducting market research with more than 2,000 physicians, ClinicalKey is the next generation of online clinical information resources. This clinical insight engine draws answers from the largest collection of clinical resources, including more than 700 textbooks and 400 top medical journals, to provide the most current clinically relevant evidence-based answers. Expert commentary, MEDLINE abstracts and select third-party journals are also provided. This solution was designed to meet the three key search requirements polled physicians demanded: comprehensive, trusted and fast. Elsevier

UPS technology gets an eBoost

GE Energy’s eBoost software provides data centers and IT organizations with a way to reduce energy consumption and cost without sacrificing reliability. This solution has received ecomagination qualification for improving the efficiency of GE’s 225- to 750-kVA SG Series UPS modules from 92-94 percent to 98-99 percent. eBoost provides UPS modules with high efficiency and fast power transfers. It allows a bypass of the power conversion process under normal power system conditions, which in turn saves energy. GE

Transfer weight, height, BMI to EMRs

Automated interfacing between the Welch Allyn Connex Vital Signs Monitor (Connex VSM), the Welch Allyn Connex Integrated Wall System (Connex IWS) and select DETECTO professional medical scales is now possible due to a new partnership between the two companies. This capability can help eliminate documentation errors by reducing the need for manual parameter recording, while also increasing the speed of recording weight, height and BMI into electronic medical records. DETECTO’s unique 1LOOK feature displays all measurements onscreen simultaneously. Welch Allyn; DETECTO Medical Scales