Canada’s UH Network Buys 18 Carestream Systems

Canada’s University Health Network’s Joint Department of Medical Imaging (JDMI) of Toronto has purchased 18 Carestream Imaging Systems to boost productivity and enhance image quality.

Canada’s University Health Network (UHN) includes Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital and Toronto Rehabilitation Institute. UHN initially purchased one Carestream DRX-Evolution system and assessed it for a year before placing an order for additional systems. UHN purchased 10 CARESTREAM DRX-Evolution Plus digital radiography systems and eight CARESTREAM DRX-Revolution Mobile X-ray Systems.

Carestream DRX-Evolution Plus systems allow technicians to achieve optimal positioning for complex cross-table and musculoskeletal exams through various configurations that allow the wall stand and DR detector to be positioned so that the patient does not have to be moved during certain complex procedures.

Christina Ciapanna, Manager of Medical Imaging, Toronto General Hospital, said, “Carestream’s imaging systems and detectors deliver the excellent image quality and fine detail that are required to optimize the care we deliver to fragile patients with severe injuries and illnesses, including patients who are undergoing organ transplants, car accident victims, cardiac patients and those with musculoskeletal injuries.”

Paul Cornacchione, Senior Director of Imaging Operations, JDMI, explained why the health network chose Carestream. “We evaluated other mobile systems and decided to replace all our portables with Carestream DRX-Revolution systems…Our portable systems capture up to 120 images a day. We are very pleased with their reliability and consistent delivery of extremely high-quality images. These systems are also user friendly, which helps boost staff productivity.”

Cornacchione also complimented Carestream’s service and support. “Carestream offers exceptional service and their support staff works with our team to promptly resolve issues. They are also committed to working with us to achieve excellent image quality that can equip our staff members to deliver better patient care.”

Bob Hamilton, Carestream’s General Manager of Sales in Canada, told OTW, “Carestream has a longstanding relationship with University Health Network facilities and we are committed to delivering products that address their imaging needs as well as responsive service.”