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Embracing the Future of Radiography: A Shift to Digital Excellence at Tygerberg Hospital

In the 2007/08 period, Tygerberg Hospital saw significant advancements in radiography with the introduction of two new CT scanners and various digital imaging technologies. A R20 million investment brought a new PACS and RIS solution, leading to enhanced workflow and responsibilities for staff. Key changes included digital ordering, scheduling, and reporting, while new roles such as PACS/RIS Administrator and 3D Technician emerged. Embrace the digital revolution in imaging and become part of the transformation toward more efficient radiological practices.

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Embracing the Future of Radiography: A Shift to Digital Excellence at Tygerberg Hospital

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  1. Gladiators, ARE YOU READY? Radiographers, ARE YOU READY?

  2. Tygerberg in the future • 2007/08 • 2 x New CT’s (6 & 40) • 2 x Computed Radiography • 1 x Digital Radiography • 1 x Digital Fluoroscopy / Angio-suite • 2008/09 • R20 Million for PACS / RIS solution • New posts: • PACS / RIS Administrator • 3D Technician • New responsibilities: • PACS / RIS Super User

  3. Imaging modality – The machine

  4. PACS – The filmPicture Archiving and Communication System

  5. RIS – The paperRadiology Information System

  6. Interdependent Information Systems Digital Imaging Modalities PACS RIS HIS IT

  7. Changed Workflow • Digital Ordering • Digital Scheduling • Digital Statistics / Tick-Sheets • Digital Work-lists • Digital Quality Control • Digital Reporting • Digital Distribution

  8. Film – paper based department

  9. Digital department

  10. What can you do? • Participate in the change • Become computer literate • Read some articles on Digital Radiography / PACS / RIS

  11. Q &A

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