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new technology Seeing is Believing. Incredible Images. Astonishing Detail. Images from the GE Lightspeed VCT GE Lightspeed VCT Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital is one of the first medical facilities in Western Montana to offer patients the GE Healthcare Lightspeed VCT CT Imaging system. According to John Bartos, Hospital Administrator, “The addition of the GE Healthcare Lightspeed VCT CT Imaging system and an Acuson Antares Ultrasound System complements the advanced technology in the Radiology Department and extends the range of quality diagnostic services that Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital offers to Ravalli County residents.” The LightSpeed VCT and Acuson Antares Ultrasound provide incredibly detailed images. The new LightSpeed VCT system provides “The improved image quality enables us to make accurate diagnoses more quickly, often helping us to avoid referring our patients to more expensive modalities.” outstanding image details for virtually any exam, including cardiac, head, spine, abdominal and vascular studies. This technology allows us to image smaller structures and see greater detail in even the most challenging applications. The LightSpeed VCT allows us to perform studies faster, with better resolution and lower radiation dosage. The Acuson Antares Ultrasound provides dramatically improved image quality for patients, helping radiologists to make faster, more confident diagnoses, and improved overall patient care. According to Lance 4D baby image from the Acuson Antares Ultrasound Pysher, MD, Marcus Daly Staff Radiologist, “This new system provides us with exciting new levels of detail especially when trying to capture diagnostic information from criticalcase patients or those considered more difficult-to-image.” He continues, “The improved image quality enables us to make accurate diagnoses more quickly, often helping us to avoid referring our patients to more expensive modalities.” The Acuson Antares Ultrasound enables clinicians to capture clearer, sharper images that previously were unattainable with a non-invasive exam. Other features include MultiHertz and directional power Doppler imaging for use in abdominal, obstetrical, gynecological, vascular, shared service cardiac and urology applications and 3 and 4 dimensional. With 4D imaging, we are able to image fetal anatomy which is very helpful to illustrate and explain the development of the fetus. 6 | healthlines
new technology According to industry analysts, ultrasound is second in use to X- ray. In addition, the cost is approximately one half to one fifth the cost of other imaging modalities. Ultrasound and CT Scan are both non-invasive modalities. “At Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital we are committed to improving patient care,” said Dr. Pysher. “The addition of this advanced medical technology to our existing state-of-the-art Radiology Department will keep us at the forefront of the medical community while allowing us to provide better, more efficient care for our patients in Ravalli County at lower costs,” Mr. Bartos added. Above: Marie Watson RT (R) CT, Marla Holcomb RT (R) CT and Drew Hayward RT (R) CT. Technology Training As medicine and technology continue to evolve, it is important that healthcare professionals continue learning. At Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital, continuing education is considered a key component of care quality and a necessity as new equipment continues to arrive. According to Scott McCormick, Director of Radiology, “All technologists at MDMH have attended an approved training program and have passed national registry exams, which makes them Registered Radiologic Technologist – R.T. Each technologist at Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital is required to attain 12 continuing education credits annually to maintain certification.” All disciplines offered at MDMH require certifications: Ultrasound, MRI, Mammography, X-Ray and CT. Physician and staff received GE Site and local training for operation of the new LightSpeed VCT CT Imaging system, as well as specialty training for advanced coronary artery evaluations and other heart related studies. EMS June 2007 marks the fifteenth month of Marcus Daly’s renewed ambulance service. In December 2005 the hospital governing board resolved once again to provide ambulance service in Ravalli County. The previous service was experiencing multiple problems at that time. Now the service is stable and the quality of care is improving. Serving Ravalli County Dr. Clint Adkins, service Medical Director and Donna Rennaker, EMTP, Director of Ambulance Services, provide invaluable leadership to the continued improvement of carequality. Also, the hospital contributes financial support to the Ravalli County EMS Council. The Council sponsors educational offerings around the county and supplies important operations feedback to the hospital. The Ambulance Service is financially stable. A continuing challenge the hospital faces is the replacement of the ambulance fleet as it ages. Last month the hospital purchased a new and a used ambulance and retired two ambulances built in 1985. Our continuing goals include: • Improving Care-Quality • Building a Seamless Ambulance Service • Improving Public and Staff Safety • Improving Standardization of Operations • Improving Cooperation with QRU and Fire and Law Enforcement agencies summer 2007 | 7
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