Unique Hybrid PACS Model

ProtonPACS is an innovative system designed to enhance your medical imaging workflow. It offers a seamless user experience by mirroring your user preferences, workflow, and critical enterprise data for each study.

With ProtonPACS, you can ensure uninterrupted access to all your data, as your on-site server and offsite storage automatically sync in real-time for efficient collaboration. The system provides easy management of study viewing, along with additional features like a performance image viewer and advanced search functionality. Leveraging cloud computing technology, ProtonPACS improves security, scalability, and mobility, enabling you to securely access and analyze medical images anytime, anywhere.

Hybrid Architecture Benefits

Our system mirrors your user preferences, workflow and all other critical enterprise data for each study.

You never lose access to any of your data.

Your on-site server and offsite storage automatically sync with each other for real-time collaboration.

Additional features include: performance image viewer, advanced search functionality, and cloud computing which improves security, scalability and mobility.

PACS Architecture Comparison

Overview

Capital Expenses

Ongoing Support

Scalability

Image Access

Data Storage and Disaster Recovery

ON PREMISE
  • On-site server
  • Local data storage
  • In-house IT support
  • Software licenses
  • Hardware
In-house IT support needed for:
  • Ongoing upgrades
  • Hardware maintenance
  • Hardware replacement
  • Network monitoring
  • Application troubleshooting
To give more resources access you must purchase:
  • Additional software licenses
  • Supporting hardware
  • Access images on local server
  • If the server is down, images are not accessible
In-house IT typically archives images on local hardware and maintains 2 copies
CLOUD-BASED
  • Off-site server
  • Off-site data storage
  • In-house OR outsourced IT support
Typically a pay-as-you-go subscription pricing plan
Can be included or offered as add-on service
  • Can be included
  • Additional licenses may be required for new users and workstations
  • Access images via secure Internet connection
  • If Internet is down, images are not accessible
Solutions are available for additional fees
PROTONPACS HYBRID
  • On-site server
  • Off-site server and cloud data storage
  • IT support included in per study fee
NONE
ProtonPACS provides all hardware and software as part of per-study fee
ALL INCLUDED
in per-study fee
100% SCALABLE
For no additional fee you can add new:
  • Users
  • Locations
FULLY ACCESSIBLE
Access all images easily, even when the local server or Internet is down.
Included:
  • 2 off-site data centers
  • 4 levels of redundancy

Frequently Asked Questions

How does a PACS system work?

A PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) works by capturing, storing, and distributing digital medical images and reports during a medical exam. It serves as a centralized system for image and data management in clinics, hospitals, or any medical facility that provides medical imaging services.

What are PACS used for?

PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication Systems) are used in healthcare for storing, retrieving, and viewing digital medical images. They streamline workflow, enable efficient image analysis, and facilitate remote collaboration. PACS also generate comprehensive reports linked to patient records, integrate with electronic health records, and support long-term image archiving.

What does PACS stand for?

In medical imaging, the acronym PACS stands for Picture Archiving and Communication System.

Who uses a PACS system?

PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication Systems) are used by radiologists, imaging departments, clinicians, specialists, technologists, administrators, and IT staff in healthcare. They enable storing, managing, and accessing digital medical images for interpretation, diagnosis, treatment planning, and collaboration. PACS support remote consultations, telemedicine, research, and education. They are essential for hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic centers, streamlining workflows and enhancing patient care.

What does a typical PACS architecture look like?

A PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) architecture typically consists of three main components: an image acquisition system, a central database or server, and viewing workstations. The image acquisition system captures digital medical images from various modalities and sends them to the central database. The central database stores and organizes the images, along with associated patient data. Viewing workstations provide healthcare professionals with access to the stored images, allowing them to view, analyze, and generate reports for patient care. Communication protocols ensure seamless data exchange between these components within the PACS architecture.

How do you use a PACS system as a clinician?

As a clinician, you can use a PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) by accessing the system with your authorized credentials. Search for patient records by entering their identifying information, retrieve and view the medical images relevant to the case, and analyze the findings using the available tools. Generate reports based on your analysis and integrate them with the electronic health record if the PACS system allows. Collaborate with other healthcare providers by securely sharing images. Utilize the PACS system for treatment planning and informed decision-making, ensuring compliance with organization protocols and privacy regulations.

What are the benefits of a PACS system?

A PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) offers benefits such as improved workflow efficiency, faster image retrieval, secure data sharing and collaboration, cost savings, integration with electronic health records, and long-term data preservation. It enhances patient care through streamlined processes, enhanced accessibility, and informed decision-making.

What are the benefits of a PACS for patients?

PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication Systems) significantly improves quality and safety in patient care by enhancing timeliness, accuracy, and access to vital information. It ensures prompt diagnosis and treatment, reduces errors, and enables healthcare providers to make informed decisions based on comprehensive patient data, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes.