Medical Informatics Press Release Archive

RemedyMD Promotes Adam Slovik as President and Chief Operating Officer - August 7, 2008

RemedyMD® Inc., pioneer in the use of predictive informatics to help improve medical outcomes, today announced the promotion of Adam Slovik to President and Chief Operating Officer. “Adam has all the tools and talent to succeed in this role,” said Gary Kennedy, RemedyMD chairman and CEO. Predictive Medical Informatics >>

CompuMed Receives Regulatory Clearance by China’s State Food and Drug Administration for OsteoGram Product - July 28, 2008

CompuMed, Inc. (OTCBB:CMPD) -- a medical informatics company serving the healthcare community with diagnostic software solutions -- today announced it has received approval from the State Food and Drug Administration (SFDA) of the People’s Republic of China to market the OsteoGram system for screening, diagnosing and monitoring osteoporosis. OsteoGram Regulatory Clearance >>

Bioinformatics Pioneer Will Lead New Initiatives at Emory University - July 21, 2008

oel H. Saltz, MD, PhD, a pioneer in the fields of high-performance computing and biomedical informatics, will join Emory University’s Woodruff Health Sciences Center in September as director of the Center for Comprehensive Informatics and as Emory Healthcare’s Chief Medical Information Officer. Bioinformatics Initiatives >>

Varian Medical Systems Schedules Third Quarter FY2008 News Release and Conference Call - July 14, 2008

Varian Medical Systems (NYSE: VAR) announced today that it will report results for third quarter of fiscal year 2008 following the close of regular trading on Wednesday, July 23, 2008. The news release will be followed by a teleconference available to all interested parties at 2:00 pm PT. Medical Systems Quarterly Results >>

MedAssurant's Dr. Keith Dunleavy to Present at AHIP's Institute 2008 - May 27, 2008

MedAssurant, Inc., a leading medical informatics solutions provider, announced today that MedAssurant President and CEO, Dr. Keith Dunleavy will be presenting at AHIP's Institute 2008 to be held June 18-20, 2008 at the Moscone Center West in San Francisco. Patient Medical Data >>

Align Technology Names Dana C. Cambra as VP, Research & Development - May 19, 2008

Align Technology, Inc. NASDAQ: ALGN, today announced that it has hired Dana C. Cambra as vice president of research and development, effective June 16. Mr. Cambra will report directly to Align President and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas M. Prescott and lead the Company's research and development initiatives. Medical Informatics Research and Development >>

World of Health IT Organising Committee Welcomes European Federation for Medical Informatics - March 14, 2008

The World of Health IT Conference & Exhibition (WoHIT) Organizing Committee welcomes the European Federation for Medical Informatics (EFMI) as a new member for the 2008 Conference. The conference will be held in Copenhagen, Denmark on Nov. 4-6, 2008. The EFMI supports healthcare informatics and all disciplines concerned with healthcare and informatics; 30 countries are now members of the organisation. Medical Informatics Conference >>

AMD Telemedicine at CST 2007- November 2, 2007

AMD Telemedicine, the world leader in telemedicine equipment, today announced that it would be speaking and exhibiting at Canadian Society of Telehealth's (CST) Annual Conference at the Fairmont Hotel in St. Johns, Newfoundland, November 4-6, 2007. Telemedicine Equipment >>

Perlegen Expands Leadership Team to Prepare For Landmark Personalized Medicine Programs - October 31, 2007

Perlegen Sciences announced today the successful recruitment of three senior professionals to help the company prepare for several key landmark drug response studies. Personalized Medicine Programs >>

Varian Medical Systems: Prestigious LondonHospitalEnters Long-Term Agreement with Varian Medical Systems - October 30, 2007

The London Clinic is set to be the first UK hospital to offer cancer patients advanced RapidArc treatments as part of a long-term collaboration with Varian Medical Systems. The London Clinic, one of the UK's most established independent hospitals, will also be the first in the UKto acquire an advanced Trilogy all-in-one linear accelerator. Medical Informatics Cancer Treatments >>

Perlegen Expands Leadership Team to Prepare For Landmark Personalized Medicine Programs - October 31, 2007

Perlegen Sciences announced today the successful recruitment of three senior professionals to help the company prepare for several key landmark drug response studies. Personalized Medicine Programs >>

Varian Medical Systems to hold grand opening of Beijing facility - July 26, 2007

Varian Medical Systems will celebrate the grand opening and inauguration of a new manufacturing plant in China on July 28. Radiotherapy >>

AMIA Announces 2008 Summit on Translational Bioinformatics - July 21, 2007

The American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA) Board of Directors, in support of its strategic plan, has approved the development of an annual meeting that will explore topics related to translational bioinformatics. Translational Bioinformatics >>

Siemens Supports Advancement of Informatics in Nursing Field - July 16, 2007

Recognizing the need to educate nurses about how the use of informatics can assist in delivering quality care, Siemens Medical Solutions will serve as lead sponsor of the Summer Institute in Nursing Informatics 2007, presented by the University of Maryland School of Nursing, July 18-21 in Baltimore. Nursing Informatics >>

TheraDoc(R) Awarded Patents for Expert System Platform(R) and Interface Technologies - July 9, 2007

TheraDoc(R) announced today that the standards-based core technology for the TheraDoc product line, the Expert System Platform(R) (ESP), is now patented. Medical Informatics Patents >>

Varian Medical Systems Completes Acquisition of Bio-Imaging Research - May 24, 2007

Varian Medical Systems, Inc., today announced it has completed the acquisition of Bio-Imaging Research, Inc., a supplier of X-ray imaging products for security and inspection. Varian paid approximately $21 million to acquire the privately-held business based in Lincolnshire, IL.  Bio-Imaging Research >>

Biomax Informatics AG Releases a New Version of its Flagship Product, The BioXM Knowledge Management Environment - May 23, 2007

Adding new data management capabilities for high-throughput "-omics" research, BioXM™ version 2.4 widens its target market as a premier enterprise platform for the integration of life science knowledge using semantic technologies. Medical Informatics Management Environment >>

American Medical Informatics Association Leaders Shaping the Future of Biomedical and Health Informatics - May 21, 2007

The American Medical Informatics Association is featured in an important new episode of Healthy Body, Healthy Mind exploring the link between health information technology and informatics, particularly the use of electronic health records and the efficiency, and quality of health care that patients receive.  Biomedical and Health Informatics >>

Danish Cancer Patients to Receive State-of-the-Art Radiotherapy Treatments with New Varian Equipment at Three Hospitals - May 16, 2007

Cancer patients in Denmark will benefit from state-of-the-art radiotherapy treatments with the installation of new suites of treatment machines, software and networking systems from Varian Medical Systems, the world leader in radiotherapy. Medical Informatics Radiotherapy >>

Healthline Selected to Power Intelligent Health Search Across the HealthCentral Network - May 15, 2007

Healthline Networks and The HealthCentral Network, Inc., today announced that Healthline's Medically Guided Search and navigation platform will now power search for all of The HealthCentral Network (THCN), a collection of more than thirty general health and condition-specific Web sites, significantly enhancing health information search experience on each site. Intelligent Health Search >>

CompuMed, Inc., Announces Second Quarter Fiscal 2007 Financial Results - May 15, 2007

CompuMed, Inc., a medical informatics company leading the development of advanced imaging technology for cost effective analysis and monitoring, today announced financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2007, which ended March 31. Medical Informatics Financial Results >>

Pioneer in Disease Management Selects Medical Care Corporation's Memory Assessment Technology - May 3, 2007

Medical Care Corporation's memory assessment technology has been selected by Secured Independence, Inc., a leading provider of wellness and disease management solutions for the senior market, for Secured Wellness(SM) LTCI, the first wellness and disease management solution customized for the long term care insurance (LTCI) industry. Memory Assessment Technology >>

Elsevier Enhances MD Consult, Giving Physicians Faster Access - May 3, 2007

Elsevier, a leading publisher of scientific, technical and medical information products and services, has enhanced MD Consult, its online clinical reference tool, to accelerate access to information and educational content for better diagnosis and treatment. Online Clinical Reference Tool >>

Leader Emerges in Bariatric Device Race - May 2, 2007

Forty-nine percent of the people using a simple new medical device lost more than 5 percent of their body weight in four months vs. 4.5 percent of a comparable control group who did not use the device according to a newly-completed clinical trial announced today by Scientific Intake. Bariatric Device >>

Cardiac Expertise: Now Just a Heartbeat Away - April 25, 2007

ValleyCare Health System announced today they have installed Digital Union’s new Surgical Data Network at ValleyCare Medical Center, in Pleasanton, CA. SDN is a specially designed application for operating and exam rooms enabling attending physicians and surgeons to contact colleagues outside the hospital and consult on patient care in real-time. Surgical Data Network >>

Varian Medical Systems Signs Agreement to Acquire Bio-Imaging Research; Acquisition to Strengthen Varian's Security and Inspection Product Offerings
- April 25, 2007

Varian Medical Systems, Inc., today announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Bio-Imaging Research, Inc., a privately-held supplier of X-ray imaging products for security and inspection. Bio-Imaging Research >>

Senior Leaders From Provider Groups to Address Evolving HIT Landscape at Collaborative Communications Summit During National Health IT Week - April 17, 2007

The Fourth Annual Collaborative Communications Summit: Transforming Health Care through Health Information Technology will take place May 17-18, 2007 at the Ritz Carlton Washington, D.C. The CCS is a proud partner of National Health IT Week. Health Information Technology >>

The Report 'Optimizing Clinical Workflows' Focuses on the Effect of CCHIT Certification on the Purchasing Decisions of Healthcare Organizations - April 12, 2007

Research and Markets has announced the addition of Optimizing Clinical Workflows: Technology Trends To Improve Patient Care to their offering. When it comes to clinical data management, healthcare organizations are looking to take advantage of the greater efficiency and ease of use that advances in technology have afforded them. Clinical Data Management >>

PAREXEL Expands Consulting Capabilities With Appointments of Washington-D.C. Based Regulatory and Product Development Experts - April 11, 2007

PAREXEL Consulting, a leading global life sciences consultancy serving the bio/pharmaceutical and medical device industries, today announced that it has appointed five new consulting experts, including several former U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reviewers, to support its growth. Medical Informatics Consulting >>

New OHSU Senior Care Program Gets $2.5M Boost - April 10, 2007

A $2.5 million grant to Oregon Health & Science University will expand Care Management Plus, a technology-intensive, innovative primary care model that reduces hospitalizations, lowers costs, and improves health outcomes for older adults with chronic illnesses. Medical Informatics Care Management >>

Leading China Cancer Center Offers Advanced Radiotherapy Treatments Using Varian's On-Board Imager - April 10, 2007

One of China's top public cancer centers has introduced image-guided radiotherapy treatments for cancer patients using a Clinac(R) linear accelerator and On-Board Imager(R) from Varian Medical Systems. Radiotherapy On-Board Imager >>

Varian Medical announces Japanese clearance for 3-D imaging - March 28, 2007

Varian Medical Systems, Inc., the world's leading manufacturer of medical devices and software for treating cancer and other medical conditions with radiotherapy, has received Shonin approval from the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare for three-dimensional cone-beam CT imaging using the company's On-Board Imager™ device for image-guided radiotherapy. Medical Informatics 3-D Imaging >>

EnovateIT Provides Rubbermaid Mobile EMAR Solution for Southern Ocean County Hospital - March 27, 2007

Southern Ocean County Hospital adopts fully integrated, ready-to-roll medication workstation solution from EnovateIT to facilitate eMAR implementation. The med carts and medication transfer system enhances clinical workflow and patient interaction, resulting in improved patient care and satisfaction on the med/surg floors. Electronic Medication Administration Record (eMAR) >>

CBaySystems Named as a Supplier for GNYHA Services Members - March 26, 2007

After a thorough selection process, CBaySystems, a provider of health care technology, outsourced business solutions, and medical transcription services, was chosen as a supplier for GNYHA Services members, a group purchasing organization. Medical Informatics Transcription >>

SIIM 2007 Program Emphasizes Imaging Informatics in the Enterprise - March 21, 2007

The Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine will host its 2007 Annual Meeting June 7-10 in Providence, R.I. It features a comprehensive educational and scientific program unmatched in the field. “SIIM 2007 will feature a program covering topics that span the realm of imaging across the health care enterprise,” Enterprise Imaging Informatics >>

MEDITECH Upgrades Conference Platform With AT&T - March 15, 2007

AT&T Inc. today announced an agreement to upgrade the conference platform used by Medical Information Technology, Inc., a leading software vendor in the health care informatics industry. The migration to AT&T's new audio and video Web-conference services occurs two years into a wide-ranging agreement for AT&T's networking services with MEDITECH. Specific terms of the new contract were not disclosed. Medical Informatics Conference Platform >>

Revised: Frost & Sullivan Recognizes A&D Medical's Technological Excellence in Advanced Blood Pressure Monitoring Solutions - March 14, 2007

Frost & Sullivan selected A&D Medical / LifeSource as the recipient of the 2007 Excellence in Technology of the Year Award in the North American blood pressure monitoring market. A&D has developed advanced, innovative blood pressure monitoring solutions such as the AM/PM TimeWise(TM) tracking technology and the Pressure Rating Indicator(TM) system, which are part of its Premium Automatic Blood Pressure Monitor UA-853AC. Advanced Blood Pressure Monitoring Solutions >>

Campbell Informatics Appoints New CEO - August 28, 2006

“Campbell Informatics is entering a new phase of growth which positions the company as a key player in the Data Modeling and Engineering Informatics for the Life Sciences Industry" states Cliff Campbell, Founder and President of Campbell Informatics. We welcome Donagh in his new role as Chief Executive Officer which will focus on delivering both operational and strategic business objectives. Engineering Informatics for Life Sciences >>

Seaside Therapeutics Announces Formation of Board of Directors - August 24, 2006

Seaside Therapeutics today announced the appointment of Steven E. Hyman, MD and Geoffrey Duyk, MD, PhD as founding members of its Board of Directors. Harvard University Provost, Professor Steven E. Hyman, MD, will serve as Chairman. Brain Research Informatics >>

Murex Pharmaceuticals Licenses Ariadne’s Pathway Studio Software Solution To Be Utilized For Cancer Therapeutics Development - July 27, 2006

Ariadne Genomics, Inc. today announced that Murex Pharmaceuticals (Dallas, Texas) has licensed its Pathway Studio® software solution for the visualization and analysis of biological pathways and gene regulation networks. Murex will use Pathway Studio to develop computer-based models for the identification and validation of cancer targets. Cancer Therapeutics >>

CompuMed, Inc. Announces Latest Contracts to Provide Remote ECG Screening That Reaffirm Correctional Market Dominance - July 24, 2006

CompuMed, Inc. (OTCBB:CMPD) -- a medical informatics company serving the healthcare community with diagnostic software solutions -- today announced agreements to provide electrocardiogram (ECG) remote interpretation systems and services for three state departments of corrections. Remote ECG Screening >>

Thousands of Patients Have Their Own Portable Medical Records - July 24, 2006

Thousands of patients now carry their own portable medical records with them that can be read on virtually any computer. "This is a breakthrough that health organizations around the world were working toward for many years," says David Tully-Smith MD, president of Chartware, the medical software company of Rohnert Park, California, that produced the system. Portable Patient Medical Records >>

MIE'S WebChart Receives CCHIT Certification - July 20, 2006

The Certification Commission for Healthcare Information Technology (CCHIT(SM)) today announced that Medical Informatics Engineering, Inc. is CCHIT Certified(SM) for its product, WebChart version 4.23, and meets CCHIT ambulatory electronic health record (EHR) criteria for 2006. Ambulatory EHRs are designed for physician offices and clinics where most Americans get their healthcare. CCHIT Certification >>

Siemens Emphasizes Importance of Informatics in the Future of Nursing - July 17, 2006

Highlighting the increasingly vital role of information technology (IT) in empowering nurses to deliver evidence-based, knowledge-driven patient care, Siemens Medical Solutions (www.usa.siemens.com/medical) subject matter experts will lead several workshop sessions and panel discussions at the Summer Institute in Nursing Informatics (SINI) 2006, presented by the University of Maryland School of Nursing, July 19 - 22 in Baltimore. Patient Care Informatics >>

RADinfo SYSTEMS^TM Introduces Orthopedic Templating Solution - July 14, 2006

RADinfo SYSTEMS Inc., a leader in affordable RIS/PACS and Teleradiology solutions, introduces a new orthopedic templating software application, PowerPACS® e-Templating. "The technological advancements of the orthopedic market today are pushing companies to reassess the products and services they provide," said Dr. Chen- Tai Ma, President and CEO of RADinfo SYSTEMS. Orthopedic Templating Solution >>

Initiate Systems, Regenstrief Institute and RxHub Team to Prove Viability of National Health Information Network - July 11, 2006

Initiate Systems, Inc., the leading provider of software for creating the most complete, real-time views of data about people, households and organizations, Regenstrief Institute, an internationally recognized informatics and healthcare research organization, and RxHub, the largest nationwide prescription information network, today announced they are working together to re-vamp the way that emergency department (ED) physicians and nurses approach patient diagnosis and treatment. NHIN National Health Information Network Viability >>