First Pilot Operation of the Electronic Case File Between Two Clinic Operators
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RHÖN-KLINIKUM AG, the Fraunhofer-Institut für Software- und Systemtechnik ISST and Siemens Medical Solutions met at Medica 2007 to discuss the status of the electronic case file (eFA) and to provide an outlook on the future of this platform in terms of cross-facility and cross-sector data exchange in the health care system. In December, Siemens will start a pilot project on the electronic case file. In this process, two reputable clinic chains, including RHÖN-KLINIKUM AG, will exchange data for the first time.
An Overview of the Siemens Highlights at Medica 2007
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Under the motto "Broadening Perspectives. Increasing Performance." Siemens Medical Solutions introduces its comprehensive portfolio for health care at Medica 2007 - from prevention to early detection and diagnosis to therapy and subsequent care. Siemens offers performance-oriented products, solutions, and services that support hospitals and medical practices in their effort to increase the quality of healthcare and reduce costs at the same time.
Drägerwerk Invests in Efficiency and Innovation
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"We will invest substantially in research and development in 2008 in order to extend our position as a technology and innovation leader". This statement was made by Stefan Dräger, Chairman of the Executive Board of Drägerwerk AG. Better use will also be made of synergies between the two divisions, Medical and Safety.
European Journal of ePractice: Call for papers
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On 30 November 2007 ePractice.eu launches a peer-reviewed online publication on eGovernment entitled European Journal of ePractice. The Journal belongs to the ePractice.eu community, and is run by an Editorial Board. The aim of European Journal of ePractice (EjeP) is to reinforce the visibility of articles and professionals in eTransformation. The publication will promote the diffusion and exchange of good practice in eGovernment, eHealth and e-Inclusion and will be open access, free of charge to all readers.
Live webcast from the Erlangen University Hospital
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A new, technologically innovative CT system, the SOMATOM Definition AS from Siemens Medical Solutions, is being put into operation for the first time worldwide in the surgical trauma center at the Erlangen University Hospital. Seriously injured patients can be comprehensively examined, and life-saving treatment is initiated faster than ever before.
Delivering Efficient Caregiver - Mobility with Security
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The trend in healthcare today is to enable patients to actively participate in their own care without worrying about exposing information to the wrong people. Today, Sun provides technology that can securely deliver clinical information to patients and providers on virtually any device. The technology offers secure access for providers at the point of care, whether as part of an office visit or at the patient's bedside.
IV International Conference "Telemedicine - Experience@Prospects"
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March 25-27, 2008, Donetsk (Ukraine)
Abstracts and articles will be published in the "Ukrainian Journal of Telemedicine and Medical Telematics".
Healthcare 2015: Win-win or lose-lose?
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Healthcare is in crisis. While this is not news for many countries, we believe what is now different is that the current paths of many healthcare systems around the world will become unsustainable by 2015. Healthcare systems that fail to transform will likely "hit the wall" and require immediate and major forced restructuring - a "lose-lose" scenario for all stakeholders.
Frost & Sullivan to Moderate International Conference at MEDICA 2007
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Hosted by the U.S. Government in partnership with Frost & Sullivan and several strategic partners, the International Conference at MEDICA 2007 is expected to see attendance by every international medical device, equipment and diagnostic company. This pioneering event offers the international medical technology community a unique opportunity to tap the expertise and resources needed to be successful on the world's most important medical market - the USA.
From 3,000 to 30,000 Members: The First 8 Months of ESR
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With 29,375 radiologists on board as per 31st of October, the European Society of Radiology (ESR) has increased its membership ten-fold since it was created eight months ago. With 2,564 members back in March 2007, the ESR has been rallying an impressive number of radiologists thanks to its principle of openness and accessibility to everyone, translated into a low membership cost.