Sectra: Let's Talk Enterprise Imaging Sectra

What is the real value of standardizing the data format and utilizing structured fields? Prof. Dr. Tobias Heye, Radiologist, Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, University Hospital Basel, Switzerland, together with Jonatan Ekström, Global Product Manager for PACS Workflow & Reporting, Sectra, discuss how radiology reports can be transformed into valuable repositories of information that enable researchers and clinicians to mine insights, discover trends, and make evidence-based decisions. Tune in!
 
Dr. Tobias Heye, Radiologist, Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, University Hospital Basel, Switzerland Jonatan Ekström, Global Product Manager, PACS Workflow & Reporting, Sectra  
IN THIS EPISODE:
[4:38] Tobias discusses challenges in radiology reporting, mentioning variations in conveying information and the need for standardization.
[7:00] Jonatan reflects on historical radiology reports from 1896 and compares them to modern reports, highlighting the persistence of certain communication challenges.
[16:47] Tobias discusses the advantages of standardized language and structured information for physicians to streamline their workflow.
[18:06] The conversation shifts to the benefits of structured reporting, enabling trend analysis and data tracking. Tobias mentions a published paper correlating pneumonia findings with seasonal trends.
[19:07] Jonatan emphasizes the need to expand the bandwidth of radiology reports to avoid losing critical information in the process.
[20:14] The discussion touches on the challenges of adapting structured reporting.
[26:42] Jonatan introduces the concept of a "data race" in healthcare.
 
KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Structured reporting proves beneficial in providing relevant information tailored to the needs of referring physicians. Stanford uses Sectra PACS as their radiology imaging software, providing radiologists with high-performance capabilities and innovative tools. Structured reporting enables data extraction and analysis, revealing insights such as disease trends, workflow improvements, and correlations with other health phenomena like seasonal diseases. Structured reporting enhances the workflow of physicians, allowing them to focus more on interpreting images and on the cumbersome task of typing or dictating reports. Structured reporting improves feedback loops in healthcare, which enhances collaboration between various medical specialties.  
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Sectra Website

In a world where remote reading has become the standard practice, how can you enable efficient reading for radiologists? Dr. Gloria Hwang, Clinical Professor of Radiology at Stanford University, shares valuable insights into Stanford’s remote reading program, emphasizing the role of a high-performing PACS and innovative tools in seamlessly connecting radiologists and healthcare professionals, even when miles apart.


Dr. Gloria Hwang, Clinical Professor of Radiology, Associate Chair, Clinical Operations, Dept. of Radiology, Stanford University Petra Granlund, VP of Global Customer Success, Sectra  
IN THIS EPISODE:
[1:30] Petra shares statistics on remote reading from the Journal of the American College of Radiology
[2:30] Dr. Hwang provides an overview of Stanford’s remote reading program
[5:00] The geographical locations of Stanford’s hospitals and clinics
[7:40] Dr. Hwang describes the performance and connectivity when working remotely
[9:55] How Stanford utilizes Sectra’s chat for asynchronous workflow and other collaborative purposes
[14:17] Stanford and Sectra’s collaboration to develop solutions for peer learning
[18:30] Dr. Hwang discusses the impact of remote reading on work-life balance and productivity
 
KEY TAKEAWAYS: 
The pandemic accelerated the adoption of remote reading in radiology, with 91% of organizations enabling it during that period.  Stanford uses Sectra PACS as their radiology imaging software, providing radiologists with high performance capabilities and innovative tools.   Sectra's chat has become a vital tool for radiologists, facilitating asynchronous workflows and enabling collaboration among team members.  Geographical flexibility has allowed some radiologists to work remotely from various locations, improving work-life balance. Remote reading is expected to remain a permanent part of radiology workflows, offering flexibility and enhancing the overall well-being for radiologists.   
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Sectra Website

Transitioning from whole slide to digital pathology isn’t just a shift—it’s a true evolution. Derek Holzhauser, CIO, and Zoe Vayanos, Manager of Operations at The Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia Quality Assurance Programs guide us through the QAP’s transition to digital technology. Get an inside look at their journey, explore the practical impact of this transformation, and learn about the new opportunities it unlocked.


Derek Holzhauser, CIO, The Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia Quality Assurance Programs Zoe Vayanos, Manager of Operations, The Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia Quality Assurance Programs

IN THIS EPISODE:
[01:02] Zoe and Derek delve into the QAP's mission and share how they've achieved greater sample consistency using digital pathology [10:16] What sets the Sectra platform apart from other options [13:34] Current AI initiatives by the QAP, including a comparison of AI scoring with human assessment     [19:52] Challenges currently faced by the QAP [27:41] Advantages offered by cloud technology in the context of digital pathology [32:51] Whether the advantages of transitioning to digital pathology outweigh the associated costs   
KEY TAKEAWAYS: 
The transition from whole slide to digital pathology is a pivotal evolution in the field.  Sectra’s digital pathology solution facilitates the expansion of digital imaging across disciplines and reduces reliance on USB devices.  The adoption of Sectra’s platform allows for scanner upgrades, resulting in a notable enhancement in image quality. The ability to expand their virtual program enables the QAP to extend its services to remote regions, bridging gaps in access to pathologists and ultimately enhancing education and patient care. While the cloud offers many benefits for digital pathology, the decision to adopt cloud technology varies for each organization and should be tailored to their unique needs.   
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Article: Driving the transition to digital pathology (November 2022)

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How can genomics and diagnostic imaging come together to revolutionize integrated diagnostics? Fredrik Lysholm, General Manager of Genomics IT at Sectra, and Dr. Prabhu Arumugam, Director of Clinical Data and Imaging at Genomics England, have the answers. Join them as they explore the transformative possibilities when radiology imaging, digital pathology, and genomics data converge. 


Fredrik Lysholm, General Manager of Genomics IT, Sectra Dr. Prabhu Arumugam, Director of Clinical Data and Imaging, Genomics England  
IN THIS EPISODE:
[0:54] Fredrik provides information about his education and work experience [1:47] Prabs discusses his background and the relationship between Genomics England and Sectra [6:03] The reason Sectra established a Genomics IT business unit [8:22] The definition of genomics in terms of cancer and diagnostics, as well as clinical and research perspectives [14:07] The capabilities of Sectra’s genomics solution [17.39] Genomics England’s initiatives and the potential that comes from integrating this data [21:27] Integration of genomics within the clinical workflow, and the influence of genetic data utilization on diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient outcomes [25:26] Sectra Genomics launch and update on the Penn Medicine pilot project [27:35] What genomics might look like in ten years and what impact it might have on healthcare

KEY TAKEAWAYS: 
Sectra launched a new Genomics IT business unit dedicated to innovation and product development to help customers in working efficiently in a molecular diagnostic setting. Sectra’s genomics solution will bring radiology, digital pathology, and genomic data together on a single platform to take integrated diagnostics to the next level. The convergence of data from radiology, digital pathology, and genomic data has the potential to significantly improve patient care and precision medicine.  
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Sectra Website
 

In the world of healthcare, security is paramount, and Sectra takes a unique approach to providing customers with a secure SaaS. Douglas Wallgren, Solutions Architect at Sectra, explains how Sectra One Cloud combines Sectra's software and services with Microsoft Azure cloud technology to create a highly secure enterprise imaging service that healthcare organizations can trust.
 
Douglas Wallgren, Solutions Architect, Sectra  
IN THIS EPISODE:
[0:51] Douglas describes his background and his current role as Solutions Architect [2:18] The importance of security in the healthcare industry [4:26] Douglas explains Sectra One Cloud and why Sectra chose to partner with Microsoft [9:55] Douglas talks about Sectra's security framework and the multi-layered approach to delivering a secure cloud service [16:52] Sectra’s approach to the Shared Responsibility Model [19:07] Douglas emphasizes the importance of communication and transparency when working with customers [20:54] Douglas provides advice to healthcare organizations transitioning to enterprise imaging as a service in the cloud  
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
Due to the sensitivity of patient data, the healthcare industry is a popular target for cybercriminals and cyberattacks. If data is compromised, the consequences can be severe. It is critical to have a secure enterprise imaging service to ensure the safety and security of data. Simply having secure software and cloud technology is insufficient to ensure a service's security. To achieve true security, a solid security framework, complete with appropriate policies and procedures, is also required. Effective communication and transparency between the healthcare organization and the imaging vendor are critical to avoiding mistakes and ensuring a smooth transition to SaaS in the cloud.  
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Sectra One Cloud
 
 
 
 

Transitioning enterprise imaging to the cloud is top of mind in many healthcare organizations. With cloud adoption comes change, but with the right vendor, change also brings opportunity. How do you find the right vendor to trust and partner with? Bill Russell of This Week Health talks with Stacie Barnard of the University of Rochester Medical Center about choosing the right vendor and the importance of internal buy-in. 
 
Bill Russell, Managing Editor and Founder, This Week Health Stacie Barnard, Director, Enterprise Imaging Informatics & Integrated Clinical Systems, University of Rochester Medical Center  
IN THIS EPISODE:
[01:08] Stacie explains her role at the University of Rochester, the scope of the medical center, and why the old technology they were using needed to be replaced [06:28] Stacie describes the process of selecting a new enterprise imaging vendor and the  “go-live” date [10:09] Stacie talks about the importance of redundancy and security when transitioning to the cloud  [12:49] Selection of Sectra’s enterprise imaging solution and compliance with the governance process [17:47] Stacie explains the approach to making the on-premises-to-cloud transition as smooth as possible for the IT staff and end users [20:47] Stacie offers advice to other healthcare organizations looking to move their imaging to the cloud  
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
It is easier to convert the users of an old system to new technology when they can see how that technology will positively impact their daily work. When moving imaging to the cloud, it is critical to partner with a vendor you can trust, as well as one that is innovative and constantly evolving their offering.  Cloud is new to many healthcare organizations. Look for a vendor who has expertise and years of experience delivering software as a service.  
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Sectra Website