The Myth of “Free” PACS Systems: What’s the Real Cost?

The Myth of “Free” PACS Systems: What’s the Real Cost?

We’ve all heard the idiom, “you get what you pay for.” Still, the allure of a "free" PACS system is tempting to many medical imaging facilities trying to operate with limited funds. But, in reality, there's no such thing as a truly free PACS system in the healthcare industry. What may appear to be a bargain upfront can end up costing you dearly in terms of functionality, reliability, and ...
PACS and RIS: Radiology’s Dynamic Duo

PACS and RIS: Radiology’s Dynamic Duo

We all know that radiology plays a critical role in diagnosing and tracking various medical conditions. To manage the complex medical imaging workflow, modern healthcare facilities employ sophisticated technologies, including the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) and the Radiology Information System (RIS). So, how do these systems collaborate to streamline radiology ...
Five Considerations when Upgrading your PACS

Five Considerations when Upgrading your PACS

Upgrading your PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) is essential to modernize medical imaging. PACS is the foundation for efficient image storage and sharing in healthcare. To stay current, upgrading is crucial. Newer systems integrate better with other healthcare technologies, improve data transfer, enhance scalability for future needs, and ensure compliance with ...
ProtonPACS: Ensuring Uninterrupted Access and Data Protection

ProtonPACS: Ensuring Uninterrupted Access and Data Protection

Ongoing Upgrades: ProtonPACS prioritizes continuous improvement by implementing regular software upgrades. These upgrades not only enhance performance but also address bugs, apply security patches, and introduce new features. The software upgrades are carefully planned and implemented with failover mechanisms in place to minimize any potential downtime. By staying up-to-date with the ...
Radsource Protects Client Data from Wrath of Florence

Radsource Protects Client Data from Wrath of Florence

When threatening weather strikes, Radsource stands ready to support any ProtonPACS customers who may be impacted. Our goals are simple: • Protect and preserve client data • Limit downtime • Protect hardware and equipment The first two weeks of September brought frenzied weather to the Atlantic Basin, producing a total of five named storms, including Florence, the long-lived hurricane ...

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