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Introduction to digital medical image management: departmental concerns
Steve G Langer1, Sue Ramthun, Claire Bender
1Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Rochester, MN 55905, USA. langer.steve@mayo.edu
Objective:
The objective of this article is to provide an overview of the considerations that are faced when a film-based imaging department transitions to a filmless practice. Both departmental and enterprise issues will be discussed in the context of a single geographically confined campus.
Conclusion:
A successful transition to a filmless practice results from applying imaging informatics principles and using established standard, appropriate change management practices, all coordinated by a team of representative stakeholders.
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