Express_Healthcare__February_2018

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TAKEAWAYS FROM AOCR 2018
We see that the customers coming to AOCR have a desire to change, even though some of
them might not have the means to change as of now. They are looking at all the new
technologies such as DR in a more aggressive manner. As for the smaller customers, in terms
of the size of examinations that they conduct, they might not be able to afford these products.
For them, we have interim solutions and we have displayed them here
Dilip Bhosale, Country Head -Sales, Agfa Healthcare
IRIA as a gathering has grown tremendously just as the field continues to evolve. This year, the
show is even bigger with AOCR happening together, wherein international delegates and
experts have joined us. This is not just an exhibition or a conference but a learning platform.
People, both radiologists and equipment players, come to increase our knowledge. This year
we have also seen some incredible amalgamation of digital technologies wherein people are
exploring the potential of AI etc
Praveen Rajgopal, VP- MFAPS, India cluster, Carestream
We have received a very warm response at AOCR 2018. In fact, after the launch of one of our
products at AOCR this year, we will be having our first installation of our equipment in Navi
Mumbai coming March. We have also understood that radiologists from tier II cities are now
opting for high-end technology solutions just as imaging centres from metros would do. Tier III
radiologists are still opting for low-cost solutions
Ratish Nair, CEO, Sanrad
We see a lot of promise in the Indian healthcare market. AOCR 2018 has been a good platform
for us to showcase our innovations. In the coming months, we look forward to introduce many
of our innovative products in India, as well as looking for strengthening partnerships with the
government. We have received a good response from radiologists present at the AOCR conference
Chander Shekhar Sibal, Executive VP, Medical Division, Fujifilm
AOCR 2018 has been a great learning experience, especially for post graduate students. On
Day 1, there was a very informative film reading session with out-of-the-world cases, which was
an eye-opener in many ways. For us, it is also a place to catch up with old friends and share
our knowledge
Dr Varsha Rathi, Professor, Dept of Radiology, Grant Medical College and JJ Group of Hospitals
At AOCR 2018, we have focussed on the youth. We have therefore, had an e-poster facility for
the young students who come to seek knowledge at IRIA conference. We have also started of
with a green/ e-conference where we will send out research papers, awards etc. on mail. We
have a special mobile app for them and have received a superb response to this
Dr Sanjeev Mani, Organising Secretary, AOCR 2018
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February 2018