[optimal] Re: DICOM and Ultrasound Machines
- From: CPMC Ophthalmic Diagnostic Center <cpmceyelab@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: "'optimal@xxxxxxxxxxxxx'" <optimal@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Thu, 29 Nov 2012 08:15:05 -0800
Dear fellow Ultrasonographers
With the credentials of ROUB and CDOS under my belt I believe I can speak with
some authority regarding the various ophthalmic ultrasound manufacturers.
I would hesitate to make a statement that "Ellex is the US of choice". Just
as with fundus imaging systems, there are many variables- functionality,
portability, service, DICOM, network capabilities, and price.
There are currently FIVE viable vendors for ophthalmic Ultrasonography
instrumentation. I can say truthfully I have used them all, and currently
utilize Accutome, Quantel and Ellex in my diagnostic Center. The reason for
so many is varied, again, the parallels to our fundus imaging can be made. The
right tool for the right task.
Why do I not ALSO have a Sonomed? The reasons are simple, at the time of
purchase, the other vendors suited my needs. This is not to say that I would
not also confidently recommend Sonomed in a given situation.
I also utilize the IOL Master and the Haag Streit Lenstar for Biometry. Again,
the right instrument for a specific task.
So, lets us keep an open mind and as we respect our ophthalmic imaging vendors
let us also give our Ultrasonography brethren the opportunity to convince us on
their merits as to which device works best in a given practice.
Respectfully,
Denice
Denice Barsness, CRA, COMT, ROUB, CDOS, FOPS
Ophthalmic Diagnostic Center
CPMC Department of Ophthalmology
2100 Webster Street Suite 212
San Francisco CA 94115
(415) 600-3937 FAX (415) 600-6563
From: optimal-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:optimal-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On
Behalf Of Michael Elrod
Sent: Thursday, November 29, 2012 8:00 AM
To: optimal@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Cc: optimal-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [optimal] Re: DICOM and Ultrasound Machines
Hi Alexis,
3k is about the going rate for a DICOM license no matter what you are
purchasing. I work with a verity of accounts and it seems like the Ellex is the
US of choice. If you don't get the DICOM license you will need to use a third
party tool to bring the data into a Data management system. This means the
instrument DB is left with potential errors with regards to patient
demographics. Eventually DICOM will end up being a standard feature on ever
instrument that is created once the Ophthalmology community demands this.
Thanks,
Carl Zeiss Meditec Inc.
Enterprise Account Manager Data Management\FORUM
5160 Hacienda Drive
Dublin, CA 94568
Michael Elrod
Desk Phone: +1 925.557.4856
Cell Phone: +1 925.858.1762
Fax: +1 925.557.4652
mailto:m.elrod@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
http://www.meditec.zeiss.com<http://www.meditec.zeiss.com/>
From: "Cullen, Alexis" <smithcra@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: "optimal@xxxxxxxxxxxxx" <optimal@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: 11/29/2012 07:33 AM
Subject: [optimal] Re: DICOM and Ultrasound Machines
Sent by: optimal-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
________________________________
Hi Everyone!
Thanks Peter!
I probably should give a little more information : )
The ultrasound needs to have UBM and Standardized A-scan for tissue sensitivity.
I've looked up units online, but I've found that sales reps haven't given me
accurate information about how seamless their "DICOM" feature is. When we
first bought Ellex's EyeCubed machine we were told by our rep it was DICOM
compatible and seamlessly integrated into Symphony (without needing to manually
enter in patient data) . . . that turned out to be inaccurate. Their new
upgrade is supposed to have this feature . . . for $3,000.
I'm hopeful that I can get a few reviews via the community here so that I have
other options : )
Thanks!
Alexis
From: <Breit>, Peter <BreitP@xxxxxxxx<mailto:BreitP@xxxxxxxx>>
Reply-To: "optimal@xxxxxxxxxxxxx<mailto:optimal@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>"
<optimal@xxxxxxxxxxxxx<mailto:optimal@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>>
Date: Thursday, November 29, 2012 10:20 AM
To: "optimal@xxxxxxxxxxxxx<mailto:optimal@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>"
<optimal@xxxxxxxxxxxxx<mailto:optimal@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>>
Subject: [optimal] Re: DICOM and Ultrasound Machines
Check out Accutome. Their B-scan is essentially a laptop with a probe attached.
You believe can send the file as pictures or movie. And the price is right too.
http://www.accutome.com/product/b-scan-plus
Thank you
Peter
Peter L. Breit, CRA.
Director Ophthalmic Services
The Lankenau Hospital & Bryn Mawr Hospital
484-476-3338
484-476-8206 fax
484-437-3262 mobile
page 3707
________________________________
From:
optimal-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx<mailto:optimal-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>[mailto:optimal-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx]
On Behalf Of Cullen, Alexis
Sent: Thursday, November 29, 2012 9:55 AM
To: optimal@xxxxxxxxxxxxx<mailto:optimal@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: [optimal] DICOM and Ultrasound Machines
Hi Fellow Optimalers,
Is there anyone out there using an ultrasound machine with DICOM compatibility
that connects seamlessly with their EMR and/or image viewing system?
We've been using Ellex and are looking to purchase a new unit; however, they
are charging 3,000 extra to ship the unit with their new DICOM update. I'd
like to find out if there are other viable options. It seems with meaningful
use etc, this should be a standard feature.
Thanks group!
Alexis
**********************************************************
Electronic Mail is not secure, may not be read every day, and should not be
used for urgent or sensitive issues
**********************************************************
Electronic Mail is not secure, may not be read every day, and should not be
used for urgent or sensitive issues
----------------------------------------
This message is intended for a particular addressee only and may contain
business or company secrets. If you have received this email in error, please
contact the sender and delete the message immediately. Any use of this email,
including saving, publishing, copying, replication or forwarding of the message
or the contents is not permitted.
Other related posts:
