2020 Healthcare Trends to Watch By Catherine Slotnick · January 28, 2020

The last few years have seen dramatic changes in healthcare technology, models, delivery, and regulation.

How AI Supports And Accelerates Healthcare By Morris Panner · January 27, 2020

Artificial intelligence (AI) is making an impact in most major industries today. While there is a long way to go before all the possibilities of AI are exhausted or even realized (including the many dreams and nightmares of science fiction), AI is currently most adept at helping to improve and accelerate workflows for researchers and healthcare professionals.

Three Imaging Trends to Watch for in 2020 By Morris Panner · January 22, 2020

Will the 2020s be the roaring twenties of healthcare? There is much that remains to be seen as many questions loom over the real efficiency level of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, patient control over data and its usage, and interoperability across vendors.

Social Media Tips for Radiologists By Catherine Slotnick · January 10, 2020

As a marketing and PR specialist, I can’t say that I ever thought I would be giving an academic presentation

Preventive Cancer Screenings Are Becoming Too Lax By Morris Panner · January 3, 2020

The most common cancer screenings and tests, all of which are recommended by the American Cancer Society, include mammograms (for breast cancer) and screenings for colorectal cancer, lung cancer, cervical cancer, and prostate cancer. These are screenings that have all been found to save lives by detecting dangerous cancers early.

Remote Patient Monitoring Brings Healthcare To Your Home By Morris Panner · December 10, 2019

Using monitoring equipment, a healthcare provider can keep tabs on a patient's clinical data. Glucose meters, ECGs and blood pressure monitors are among the most common types of RPM equipment used, but the array of available technologies is rapidly expanding.

What To Look For At RSNA 2019 By Rebecca Schankerman · November 25, 2019

Those of us at Ambra hope everyone has a great holiday and we send our best wishes. As we prepare for Thanksgiving this week, there is one thing we are all grateful for—RSNA!

Wearables And Hearables Increasingly Have A Role In Patient Treatment Plans By Morris Panner · November 20, 2019

The concept of wearable technology that could advance the user’s health goals really caught fire with the popularity of smart devices like the Apple Watch, which boasted the ability to track the wearer’s steps and heart rate when it was first released in 2015. But with each passing year, new wearables emerged and existing ones developed more impressive features.

Lung Cancer Awareness Month By Rebecca Schankerman · November 6, 2019

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Early detection, low dose screening, and increased awareness are leading to improved experiences for lung cancer patients. 

Breast Health Awareness Month By Catherine Slotnick · October 31, 2019

October is Breast Health Awareness Month. This means not only identifying risk factors and diagnosis statistics but also recognizing the tools that improve the patient experience, diagnosis, and care. Early detection, better screening, increased awareness, and new treatment options have led to earlier diagnoses and better care for breast cancer patients.

Caregivers: Supporting And Learning From Our Most Valuable Human Resource By Morris Panner · October 29, 2019

Whether standing next to a patient receiving a difficult diagnosis or spending countless hours by a hospital sickbed, these vigilant caregivers are often mistakenly seen by doctors and other healthcare workers as simply “the family.”

A Day in the Life of Ambra Health Support By Rebecca Schankerman · October 22, 2019

A recent interview with Rebecca Schankerman, Ambra Health Field Marketing Coordinator, and Melissa Lam, Ambra Health Consultant, about the day in the life of Ambra's support team.

The New Rules of Ambulatory Surgery Competition By Catherine Slotnick · October 15, 2019

Hospitals and health systems are seeing massive growth in the lucrative and highly competitive market for ambulatory surgery. How can organizations implement an ASC strategy to compete against new and traditional competitors?

Diversity Is Severely Lacking Among Clinical Trial Participants — How Can We Solve This Problem? By Morris Panner · October 15, 2019

Although the general public may not be aware of the extent of the problem, this disturbing underrepresentation is well-known in the research community, which has been trying for some time to address the issue.

Become Fool Proof with CaptureProof By Jennifer Thomas · October 2, 2019

This is a guest blog post from one of Ambra's partners, CaptureProof. CaptureProof allows patients to record their health trends through photos and videos and instantly and securely share them with their physician.

The Patient Portal: Giving People Control Over Their Health Data By Morris Panner · October 2, 2019

The focus of most digital transformations taking place across the health industry is to make health care truly patient-centric. The rapid adoption and implementation of disruptive technologies, such as the cloud, artificial intelligence and machine learning, continue to accelerate in health care. A common theme running through this disruption is making patients a meaningful part of the health care process.

Improving Patient Safety & Security with the Cloud By Caroline Schweitzer · September 27, 2019

We have come a long way, but there is still much uncertainty revolving around “the cloud” in healthcare. Many organizations hesitate about switching away from their current systems to a cloud-based structure. Cloud technology can offer many benefits to health organizations, including, most importantly, improvements in patient care and safety. 

Don’t Get Caught in the Storm. What is Your Disaster Recovery Plan? By Kimiko Morris · September 26, 2019

The healthcare industry is constantly innovating and growing due to the rapid technological advances of the 21st century. With EHR’s (Electronic Health Records), and a growing interoperable network becoming more prevalent, it is hard-pressed to find a hospital that isn’t trying to stay up to date with the latest technology. As good as the healthcare industry gets when everything is right, we need healthcare IT to work its best when everything goes wrong.

Upgrade your Phone, Upgrade Your TV, Upgrade Your Patient Care By Shelby Wells · September 25, 2019

When people talk about technology growth in recent years, everyone thinks of cell phones and computers because they are so prevalent in our everyday lives. There has been exponential growth in technology, but one area that is commonly forgotten and is severely lacking is the healthcare industry. For example, why are we still using CDs when it comes to something vitally important to us; our health?

Can’t Find Your Patients in the Office? Check the Cloud! By Isaiah Dolcee · September 24, 2019

Millennials’ preferences are shaping the new physician-patient relationship. A recent Business Insider article described how millennials currently comprise roughly 30% of the US population and their wants and needs are shaping a multitude of other industries such as retail, transportation, and healthcare. Millennials are a tech-savvy group interested in gaining multi-channel access to their healthcare just like they have in adjacent industries.

Don’t Risk A Slipped Disc By Renee Steller · September 23, 2019

Take a look at a personal story from one of Ambra's Sales Development Representatives on how health IT impacted her life.

Why the Cloud is Necessary for 21st Century Healthcare By Hannah Swain · September 23, 2019

In the age of Amazon Prime and Uber Eats, traditional processes in healthcare -- getting a call to hear back about your lab results or waiting 3-5 business days to pick up a CD with your images -- seem painfully antiquated. Twenty-first-century healthcare requires methods that mirror the technology and accessibility consumers experience day-to-day. 

Incorporating Diverse Data Types in Clinical Trials By Morris Panner · September 17, 2019

Working together, vendors and facilities can establish strategies for gathering real-world evidence, including imaging and diverse data, successfully.

Personalized Medicine: The Trend That’s Sweeping Health Care By Morris Panner · September 5, 2019

From cloud-based medical imaging platforms to artificial intelligence-powered diagnostics, health care continues to be the epicenter of digital innovations that are geared toward boosting patient care. Personalized medicine is another new wave sweeping health care with the dual objectives of achieving more meaningful patient-to-doctor relations and lowering costs.

Patient Awareness Opens Lines of Communication in Radiology By Rebecca Schankerman · September 5, 2019

Why do incidental findings go unreported? The first reason is due to a lack of patient awareness. Their physician may verbally tell them their results, but they may never review the report themselves. A physician may fail to disclose all the information if incidental findings are not dire news; they may worry that they are burdening the patient with too much information. However, it is a patient’s right to be fully aware of their own health and new regulation may soon make that law. 

Ambra Health Partners with AWS to Expand Medical Imaging Platform By Morris Panner · September 4, 2019

Morris Panner, CEO of Ambra Health, shares exciting details on the partnership between Ambra Health and Amazon Web Services in this video.

How Health IT Infrastructure Affects Patient Outcomes By Rebecca Schankerman · August 28, 2019

In today’s post, we are going to focus on IT infrastructure and the role it can play in the patient outcome. Healthcare organizations have gone decades without modernizing their IT infrastructure which is unfathomable compared to other industries like banking, cell phone networks, and many more.

Discover The True Cost of CDs By Catherine Slotnick · August 19, 2019

Let’s stop wasting physician, administrator, and patient time with CDs. It is time to #DitchTheDisk and move to the Cloud.

Getting More Women Speakers in Radiology and Informatics By Catherine Slotnick · August 15, 2019

“Diverse representation in radiology is critical to effectively addressing the needs of our diverse patient population. Organizations should be thinking about this as they craft their agendas and panels,” said McGinty.

Image Enable HIEs to Streamline Patient Care By Rebecca Schankerman · August 15, 2019

When it comes to sharing reports and notes on a patient, HIEs are a great resource, but where do a patient’s medical images go? In cases of serious illness, medical imaging is often a critical part of the overall diagnosis. Only a small portion of U.S.-based HIEs have incorporated an image exchange component into their data sharing abilities, yet the sharing of diagnostic imaging holds great promise for patient outcomes and efficiency.

Encouraging Patient Portal Use By Catherine Slotnick · August 13, 2019

You've finally established a patient portal at your medical practice. It's what your patients have said they wanted, and you can't wait to see it put to use. Yet, a few months go by, and the portal doesn't seem to have many logins. What is going on? How can you actually encourage patients to use the patient portal?

Six Ways To Lower Errors — And Unnecessary Surgeries — In Radiology Exams By Morris Panner · August 12, 2019

Diagnostic errors are an indication of poor patient care. According to research conducted by Johns Hopkins University, over 250,000 (or 10%) of all U.S. deaths are due to medical errors. Radiology plays a key role in the diagnostic process for many patients.

Telehealth & Mobile Tools Improve Outcomes for Patients & Providers By Catherine Slotnick · August 7, 2019

The core goal of any telehealth tool or initiative is to break down traditional barriers associated with geography to enable access to premier healthcare services rapidly. When we think of geography, we tend to think of wide ranges, sometimes even as wide as countries or continents. However, breaking down geography can even include the drive or subway ride between a provider and their office.

Healthcare And Baby Boomers: Tech Adoption Is The Key To Better Outcomes By Morris Panner · July 1, 2019

By 2050 there will be 83.7 million people aged 65 and older, almost double the 43.1 million seniors in 2012. Such a dramatic increase is expected to have a huge impact on the healthcare industry, not only due to the sheer numbers but also because of the rapidly declining health of those over the age of 65.

3 Things to Expect at SIIM 2019 By Catherine Slotnick · June 21, 2019

At SIIM19 prepare to hear about exploring new ways to use data, engaging with patients, and empowering one another.

Blockchain In Healthcare: How It Could Make Digital Healthcare Safer And More Innovative By Morris Panner · June 20, 2019

Digital healthcare trends are largely driven by the need for better patient care, faster and more accurate analysis, and on-demand access to medical data. The pace of innovation in digital healthcare began gaining momentum with artificial intelligence (AI), and it is set to further accelerate as the industry turns to blockchain technology.

Physician Burnout Can Be Fatal. Does Artificial Intelligence Offer Hope? By Morris Panner · May 29, 2019

Doctors have the highest suicide rates among all professions. Is technology the reason or the answer?

Why Your Healthcare Organization Should #DitchtheDisk By Morris Panner · May 15, 2019

It’s astonishing to think that the visual patient health record is still managed on this dinosaur of technology.

AI In Health Care Is Not About Replacing Humans By Morris Panner · May 13, 2019

AI and machine learning are set to expand, and health care is poised to witness an unprecedented explosion of AI use cases.

The 21st Century Cures Act & The Future of Enterprise Imaging By Catherine Slotnick · May 7, 2019

A recent interview with Catherine Slotnick, Ambra Health Senior Marketing Manager, and Cheryl Petersilge, M.D., M.B.A., Founder and CEO of Vidagos Advisors which focuses on the future of enterprise imaging.

The Information Highway To Connected Health Care By Morris Panner · April 22, 2019

Digital data silos keep providers in the dark, hindering their ability to dispense care.

Five Ways Millennials Do Health Care Their Own Way By Morris Panner · April 10, 2019

Millennials are more inclined than baby boomers to research health care online. These relatively well-educated 20- and 30-somethings compare treatment options and check quality ratings of doctors and hospitals.

Opportunity and Concern — A New World of Patient Data By Morris Panner · April 9, 2019

The opportunities for positive outcomes are endless, but facilities must make transparency and patient control core institutional values as they move forward.

Radiology Mergers Create New Obstacles for Practices By Catherine Slotnick · April 4, 2019

Once the imaging stack has been reevaluated and restructured, the question remains, how do these mergers affect patients?

Healthcare’s Tower of Babel By Catherine Slotnick · March 28, 2019

The US healthcare system has its own Tower of Babel problem. If you don’t recall this biblical tale, it’s a

Cancer Treatment Costs Imperil Patients By Morris Panner · March 26, 2019

Cancer patients face many tough choices about their care, yet one of the most gut-wrenching may be whether to undergo high-priced treatment that could save their life but impoverish their family.

Improving Access to Life Saving Transplants By Catherine Slotnick · March 14, 2019

Today is World Kidney Day. Did you know that chronic kidney disease affects 1 in 10 people worldwide? A few

Radiology Rolls With The Cloud By Morris Panner · March 4, 2019

This article originally appeared on Forbes on March 1, 2019.  Let’s face it: People don’t always obtain the health care

#HIMSS19 : Interoperability Across Healthcare Still Needs Improvement By Catherine Slotnick · February 21, 2019

It seems like AI was the talk of the town at every healthcare conference we attended in 2018. However, at

What to Expect at #HIMSS19 By Catherine Slotnick · February 7, 2019

HIMSS19 is just a few days away, and our team couldn’t be more excited to get some sunshine and check

Reducing Imaging Volumes While Retaining Value By Catherine Slotnick · January 24, 2019

A recent article on the JAMA website is causing waves as it at calls for less medical imaging in the

How Mobile Medical Services Are Improving Health Care By Morris Panner · January 17, 2019

This article by Ambra Health CEO, Morris Panner, originally appeared on Forbes on January 16, 2019.  The mobile revolution has

Bringing The Data To Where The Patient Is By Morris Panner · January 3, 2019

This article was originally published on Forbes on  December 28, 2018. Ambra Health CEO, Morris Panner, is a contributor to the Forbes

2019 Healthcare Predictions: 10 Trends to Watch in the New Year By Catherine Slotnick · December 20, 2018

The Ambra Health team shares our top healthcare trends and imaging predictions for 2019.

Real-World Health Data Push Brings Challenges And Opportunities By Morris Panner · December 12, 2018

This article was originally published on Forbes on  December 12, 2018. Ambra Health CEO, Morris Panner, is a contributor to the Forbes

4 Things We Shared at RSNA 2018 By Catherine Slotnick · December 6, 2018

If you attended the RSNA Annual Meeting last week, there’s a good chance that your feet are still sore from

Health Data Meets Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning By Morris Panner · November 21, 2018

This article was originally published on Forbes on Nov 21, 2018. Ambra Health CEO, Morris Panner, is a contributor to

Bringing Radiology Access to Lao Friends Hospital for Children By Erin McGee · November 21, 2018

This is a guest blog post by Ambra Health’s Erin McGee, Manager, Professional Sevices. Erin spent two weeks in Laos

RSNA Trends: What to Expect at the Show By Catherine Slotnick · November 20, 2018

Missed our webinar? Read the recap here as panelists from Johns Hopkins, South Baptist Health Florida, and Ambra Health share their insights.

Image Enabled Patients By Catherine Slotnick · November 13, 2018

This article originally appeared in Radiology Today  Vol. 19 No. 10 P. 16 and is written by By Beth W. Orenstein.  At a

Artificial Intelligence Makes Waves in Breast Cancer Research & Awareness By Catherine Slotnick · November 12, 2018

We’re excited to share an interview with Dr. Mark Traill, who is the owner of MammoBot LLC. Mammobot is a

Medical Imaging : Competing in an Era of Price Transparency By Catherine Slotnick · October 22, 2018

Ambra Health was joined by Erin Lane of the Advisory Board to discuss consumerism and imaging pricing strategy during a

Breast Health Awareness Month By Becky Kinkead · October 19, 2018

October is Breast Health Awareness Month. This means not only identifying risk factors and diagnosis statistics but also recognizing the tools that improve the patient experience, diagnosis, and care.

Redesigning Hospitals to Promote Better Health By Meghan Doe · October 11, 2018

Loud and cluttered hospital rooms slow down patient recovery.

Revisiting the 21st Century Cures Act By Lucas Voli · October 10, 2018

This is the third blog post in our National Health IT Week series.  As the two year anniversary of the

When Healthcare Data Meets Natural Disasters By Mimi Wirth · October 9, 2018

This is the second blog post in our #NHITweek series. You can check out the first one here. As hurricane season

Embracing AI in Healthcare By Katie Ford · October 8, 2018

It’s National Health It Week! This week, Ambra team members will be sharing some of the unique insights they’ve gained

Practical Considerations in AI Application By Catherine Slotnick · September 27, 2018

As artificial intelligence and machine learning gain more traction in radiology, how can facilities be sure to appropriately evaluate new tools?

Changing Stroke Guidelines By Catherine Slotnick · September 6, 2018

What is imaging’s role in stroke care? Strokes are a leading cause of disability in the United States and can cause

Cloud-based PACS System Cuts Imaging Costs by Half for Rural Hospital By Catherine Slotnick · August 20, 2018

This article by Bill Siwicki was originally published on Healthcare IT News on August 14, 2018.  Republic County Hospital in

Telehealth : Overcoming the Obstacle of Geography By Eve Rothenberg · August 15, 2018

Telehealth is an emerging method of medical care that takes advantage of technological developments in communication among providers and between

Back to Cloud Basics: Image-Enabling the EHR By Catherine Slotnick · August 9, 2018

EHR systems are often missing a critical component of patient care - medical images. In this blog post we examine image-enabling the EHR.

Back to Cloud Basics: Vendor Neutral Archiving By Catherine Slotnick · July 30, 2018

Ready for part 4 in our Back to Basics blog series? Last week, we defined Cloud PACS, and today we’re discussing – Cloud-based vendor neutral archiving.

Trending Now in Cancer Care Survey : 3 Takeaways By Eve Rothenberg · July 23, 2018

The latest Trending Now in Cancer Care Survey conducted by the Advisory Board provides a needed lens into the perspective of how cancer

Pediatric Medical Image Management By Catherine Slotnick · July 5, 2018

U.S. News & World Report recently released its “Best Children’s Hospital” rankings, which names the 10 best children’s hospitals in the country and the

Back to Cloud Basics: Medical Image Viewers By Catherine Slotnick · July 5, 2018

Time for part 2 in our cloud image management 101 series. Last week, we defined medical image exchange, discussed the

Back to Cloud Basics: Medical Image Exchange By Catherine Slotnick · June 27, 2018

Have you ever been in a situation where you never asked what something was and now it is far too

The Role Humans Will Play in the AI Transformation of Healthcare By Morris Panner · June 18, 2018

There is much talk about how AI will radically transform healthcare, using big data – our data – to find

SIIM 2018 Recap: Collaboration in Medical Imaging By Catherine Slotnick · June 5, 2018

Ambra Health has been attending the annual SIIM conference for quite a few years now, and we always look forward

Future Trends : Who Will Be Your Doctor? By Morris Panner · May 22, 2018

Who will be your doctor in the future? When we think of “doctor,” we usually picture someone wearing a white

Panel on Outside Image Management with Cincinnati Children’s and MD Anderson By Catherine Slotnick · April 10, 2018

We couldn’t say it any more clearly than Dr. Alexander J. Towbin, “CDs suck!” Leading healthcare facilities are expanding at a

HIMSS 2018 Recap By Catherine Slotnick · March 13, 2018

What do medical images, Google, Amazon, EHRs, and patient portals have in common? They were all a key part of

What to Expect at HIMSS By Catherine Slotnick · February 28, 2018

As we prepare for HIMSS 2018, we are excited about the great food, casinos, and fun times to see the latest

Thought Leaders from the Mayo Clinic & UCSF Share Imaging Trends to Expect in 2018 By Catherine Slotnick · February 22, 2018

With changing patient preferences, expanding provider networks, and tech titans like Google and Apple moving into the healthcare realm, 2018

Technology Report: Enterprise Imaging By Catherine Slotnick · February 20, 2018

ITN Contributing Editor Greg Freiherr offers an overview of enterprise imaging advances at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)

SIIA Company CODiE Winner | Start-Up Company of The Year – Ambra Health By Catherine Slotnick · February 5, 2018

This post was originally published on SIIA by Rhianna Collier, VP for the Software Division at SIIA. SIIA’s TechChats provides a

Why Imaging Isn’t Just for Radiology By Morris Panner · February 1, 2018

If medical imaging was a category on family feud, radiology and radiologist would be among the first answers given by

What Are Most HIEs Missing? Medical Imaging By Catherine Slotnick · January 29, 2018

It is estimated that out of roughly 300 HIEs that exist today, less than 2 percent support medical images. The

2018 Healthcare Predictions: 10 Trends to Watch in Imaging By Morris Panner · December 21, 2017

2018 will bring an advanced pace to the digital transformation of the healthcare industry. Changing consumer preferences, provider consolidation, and

RSNA 2017 Recap By Catherine Slotnick · December 11, 2017

Much like the holidays, RSNA is an event we anticipate with great excitement and then is over in a whirlwind.

At Ambra We’re Grateful for.. RSNA! By Nina Vaswani · November 21, 2017

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! We here at Ambra hope everyone has a great holiday and send our best wishes. As we

3 Cloud Benefits for Enterprise Systems By Jonathan Holland · November 13, 2017

The enterprise health system, a conglomeration of top providers, business administrators, and a force of other employees all focused on

Image Access for Breast Cancer Patients By Nina Vaswani · October 23, 2017

We’ve featured stories on the importance of patient access to medical imaging before, but in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness

Optimizing Imaging Informatics & Radiology Operations By Catherine Slotnick · October 20, 2017

Informatics is a fast growing discipline within healthcare as new technology and increased amounts of patient data converge. But how

Should Patients Have Access to Medical Imaging? By Sara Muche · October 5, 2017

From generation to generation, we’re seeing healthcare consumers increasingly yearning to be more informed about their health outcomes. While some

The 3 Pieces of Disaster Recovery Planning By Meghan Doe · October 5, 2017

Disaster recovery often remains forgotten on the never-ending to-do list of healthcare. When we say “disaster,” natural disaster comes to

#IHEARTHIT By Mimi Wirth · October 4, 2017

As a mother of two, home health caretaker for the elderly, and Sunday school teacher for kids with special needs,

Medical Management and the Millennial Manifesto By Jonathan Holland · October 4, 2017

*Click* … *Click* *Click* *Click* – I, a self-admitted millennial, pitter-patter away on the illuminated screen of my cell phone. In

My First 60 Days in the Healthcare Industry By Joshua Beauregard · October 3, 2017

“I work for a healthcare IT company.”  That’s my classic response to the “what are you doing these days?” question

Rent Apartment, Buy Couch, Find Doctor? By Nina Vaswani · October 2, 2017

Noteworthy new restaurants, must-see music venues, emerging art museums: this was the to-do list I initially had planned when thinking

A Netflix Style Personal Health Record By Mini Peiris · September 27, 2017

You’re a parent. You have a 10 year old son. Want to keep track of what he’s watching? Easy. You

Despite Progress, Nearly 1 In 3 Patients Cannot Easily Access Medical Records By Morris Panner · September 18, 2017

We recently conducted a survey of over 1,100 U.S. adults on consumer healthcare behavior that showed the industry lagging on technology – with nearly 1 in 3 patients reporting they can not easily access their medical records.

A Practical Blueprint to Build a Future-Proof Image Management Strategy By Catherine Slotnick · August 25, 2017

Across leading facilities, we frequently hear the same common struggles around image management. CDs still act as the primary method

AI – The Future Of Medicine By Catherine Slotnick · July 13, 2017

It seems like AI is everywhere this Summer. But what does it mean in the world of healthcare? How is

C-Suite Q & A with Ambra Health’s Morris Panner By Catherine Slotnick · June 29, 2017

This two part interview series with Ambra Health’s CEO Morris Panner & Ryan Black originally appeared on Healthcare Analytics News

Ambra Health CEO Morris Panner Appears on Cheddar By Catherine Slotnick · June 22, 2017

Live from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Ambra Health CEO, Morris Panner, appeared on Cheddar to discuss

Innovate from Within: Unlock Medical Imaging as a Data Asset By Catherine Slotnick · June 14, 2017

Leading healthcare providers across the globe place a constant focus on innovation around all aspects of the care continuum. Medical

Patient Portal Adoption By William Ranschaert · May 26, 2017

Just like the rapid evolution of the EHR, patient portals have become the norm for providers and patients alike. Along

Unlocking Imaging’s Strategic Advantage By Catherine Slotnick · May 23, 2017

In a live special webinar event, Ambra Health CMO, Mini Peiris, was joined by Miriam Sznycer-Taub of the Advisory Board who shared how the key to enterprise "systemness" can and should start within imaging departments.

RADxx TweetChat brings in 70 leaders for discussion about mentorship for women in radiology By Catherine Slotnick · May 17, 2017

Welcome to the 2nd #RADxx tweet chat recap! We thought it was impossible to keep up with the last tweet

Should You Have a Mentor, a Sponsor, or Both? By Dr. Geraldine McGinty · April 13, 2017

This is a guest blog post by imaging and informatics thought leader, Dr. Geraldine McGinty. Dr. McGinty was Chair of the ACR’s

3 Ways to Innovate Your Imaging Technology By Catherine Slotnick · April 3, 2017

Ambra Health was joined on a live webinar event by Blackford Analysis, DiACardio, and Realize for a panel discussion and offered demos of their forward thinking imaging technologies, each of which provides a way to innovate part of your imaging technology workflow.

Can Cloud-Based Archiving Cure Your Security Headaches? By Ed Marshall · March 27, 2017

This article originally appeared on March 22, 2017 on auntminnie.com Longstanding U.S. healthcare regulations have enforced the security of data

Radiology Trends to Watch in 2017 By Paul Turner · February 20, 2017

During a special webinar event, in partnership with HIMSS, Dr. Safwan Halabi, a pediatric radiologist and a fetal radiologist, was joined by Tyler Martin, the Executive Director of Ambulatory Network Operations at New England Baptist Hospital, and Morris Panner, CEO, Ambra Health. During the event, we took the pulse of the trends in radiology.

Leaders Weigh in On How to Advance Women in Radiology in Lively #RADxx Tweet Chat By Catherine Slotnick · February 7, 2017

Welcome to the #RADxx tweet chat recap. Whew, say that 5x times fast. During our live tweet chat, we could

Interoperability and Patient Access Just Became Law By Morris Panner · January 10, 2017

This article by Ambra CEO, Morris Panner,  was originally published on HIT Leaders & News on January 5, 2017.  When

2017 Healthcare Predictions: Top 9 in Imaging By Catherine Slotnick · December 21, 2016

Although 2016 was a rather unpredictable year on some fronts,  it’s safe to say that when it comes to healthcare,

Mrs. Claus Needs a Second Opinion By Catherine Slotnick · December 21, 2016

Powdering her nose ever so carefully, Mrs. Claus knew that she couldn’t hide it forever – her nose was turning

What Patient Centered Radiology Looks Like By Catherine Slotnick · December 16, 2016

How should a patient receive their radiology exam results? From their referring physician, radiologist, patient portal, or all of the

5 Trends at RSNA 2016 By Catherine Slotnick · December 7, 2016

Walking the show floor at RSNA is a mind-boggling experience. You’ll find MRI machines, live ultrasounds, software vendors, the latest

Calling all RAD Women (and Men!) : Let’s Bring More Diversity to Informatics Leadership By Mini Peiris · November 21, 2016

It’s our favorite time of the year, Thanksgiving the RSNA (Radiological Society of North America) conference season! Each year we look

Latest Research from Frost & Sullivan: Impact of the Cloud on Enterprise Imaging By Catherine Slotnick · November 15, 2016

MACRA, MIPS, population health, consumerism – how is one supposed to key up with all the healthcare lingo? And more

Think RADical Recap: Driving Innovation in Medical Imaging By Catherine Slotnick · October 4, 2016

How to turn medical imaging data into an invaluable asset was the topic of discussion at Think RADical, a National Health

Deliver Better Patient Care in the Cloud By Catherine Slotnick · September 26, 2016

Ambra Health is a proud partner of National Health IT Week, #NHIT. This week, we’ll be sharing why the cloud

Ambra Health Joins the Boston Tech Party By Catherine Slotnick · September 16, 2016

When searching for the Boston Tech Party, you might find that Google suggests that your search should be the Boston

DICOM Grid is Now Ambra Health By Catherine Slotnick · August 24, 2016

DICOM Grid is excited to reveal a new name, brand identity and website – Ambra Health. Of course, the first

Innovating Your Imaging Stack: An Imaging Center Case Study By Catherine Slotnick · August 9, 2016

“Cloud PACS” & “Deconstructed VNA” – are we even speaking English? Whether you’re already familiar with these terms or not, the

Balancing Healthcare’s Iron Triangle with Telemedicine By Eli Auerbach · July 15, 2016

Telemedicine remains a controversial topic for both insurance companies and doctors. Money and quality of care are central issues as

Cloud slowly moves towards mainstream medical applications By Catherine Slotnick · June 30, 2016

As cloud has become very much a mainstream way of delivering IT for enterprises, there are still a couple of

Add the Cloud to Your Enterprise Image Management Strategy By Catherine Slotnick · June 15, 2016

As SIIM 2016 approaches in just a few weeks, all eyes are on the Journal of Digital Imaging, the HIMSS-SIIM

The Future of Medical Image Management- Thought Leaders from Mayo Clinic and Stanford Children’s Health Share Their Perspectives By Catherine Slotnick · April 27, 2016

“You can’t plug in pipes across a hospital network,” said Dr. Jeremy Friese, Interventional Radiologist, Mayo Clinic. Raise your hand

Diagnosed with Silo Syndrome? A Cloud Based Treatment Guide By Catherine Slotnick · March 29, 2016

In a healthcare organization suffering from silo syndrome, each medical imaging system interacts primarily within that “silo” and can not

Shrinking Barriers to Patient Centered Care By Mark Grenga · January 26, 2016

As technology remains at the forefront of prominent healthcare trends, growing mHealth Solutions and global telemedicine markets have reified the

How Cloud Medical Image Management Saved Santa By Catherine Slotnick · December 21, 2015

Sit by the fire everyone…it’s time for the annual tale of how Santa sprained his ankle while climbing down the

3 Barriers that Prevent Widespread Adoption of Advanced mHealth Solutions By Morris Panner · December 10, 2015

This blog post was written by DICOM Grid CEO, Morris Panner, and originally published on HITECH Answers. Mobile devices have

Cloud Imaging Solutions Can Revolutionize Modern Healthcare By Catherine Slotnick · October 2, 2015

This featured post was written by Sean Fenske and originally published on MDT.  The next generation of imaging technologies will

3 Problems with Existing Image Management Solutions in Hospitals By Catherine Slotnick · August 18, 2015

Here’s a sneek peek from our latest eBook on unified image management in the enterprise. Download here to view the

Saving for a Rainy Day: How Cloud PACS Can Reduce the Total Cost of Ownership By Catherine Slotnick · May 4, 2015

Saving money for a rainy day is not as easy as it sounds, and sometimes we make a very big

Why SaaS is Key When Evaluating Cloud PACS Vendors By Catherine Slotnick · March 19, 2015

The “Cloud.” It’s cool, it’s trendy, and it can work really, really well. However, as with all major technology innovations,

DICOM Grid Settles the Dress Dispute! By Catherine Slotnick · February 27, 2015

Is it white and gold? Is it blue and black? The dress mystery has been on everyone’s mind this morning

What to Expect from Health IT in 2015: 3 Trends to Keep Tabs On By Catherine Slotnick · December 30, 2014

As 2014 comes to a close, it’s time to reflect on how healthcare IT has evolved over the past year.

The Internet of Everything and What it Means for Healthcare By Catherine Slotnick · September 8, 2014

Imagine living in a world of connected things that intelligently and intuitively respond to your needs and wants. From the

Review: Secure Medical Texting Applications By Catherine Slotnick · August 13, 2014

Since posting our blog last week, Medical Texting: There’s An App For That, in which we discussed the benefits of

The Importance of Medical Image Exchange By Catherine Slotnick · July 18, 2014

Sitting down to prepare for our monthly webinar, my thoughts strayed to the concept of purpose again. Medical image exchange

KLAS Takes a Close Look at Medical Image Exchange By Catherine Slotnick · July 1, 2014

“Which image exchange vendors are delivering added value and functionality? Which vendors have earned high loyalty in today’s environment of

What is a Zero Footprint Medical Image Viewer? By Catherine Slotnick · June 26, 2014

If you’ve recently attended any of the big radiology or imaging conferences, like SIIM or RSNA, you may have noticed

What’s The Deal With Big Data? By Catherine Slotnick · June 5, 2014

If you’ve recently attended any of the big radiology or imaging conferences, like SIIM or RSNA, you may have noticed

Clarity in the Cloud: Farewell Traditional Software By Catherine Slotnick · March 4, 2013

Last night DICOM Grid’s Chief Architect, Anatoly Geyfman, and Marketing Manager, Dana Tee, kicked off HIMSS13 at the Clarity in

Vendor Neutral Archive : A Transformation in Healthcare By Catherine Slotnick · February 27, 2013

Flexibility is becoming a key attribute for the successful healthcare enterprise. For those managing and improving diagnostic imaging, “Vendor Neural

The Future of Radiology: the Millennials vision By Catherine Slotnick · September 27, 2012

Millennials, the generation born between the late 1970s to early 2000s, are expected to number 83 million by 2015 and

2020 Healthcare Trends to Watch By Catherine Slotnick · January 28, 2020

The last few years have seen dramatic changes in healthcare technology, models, delivery, and regulation.

How AI Supports And Accelerates Healthcare By Morris Panner · January 27, 2020

Artificial intelligence (AI) is making an impact in most major industries today. While there is a long way to go before all the possibilities of AI are exhausted or even realized (including the many dreams and nightmares of science fiction), AI is currently most adept at helping to improve and accelerate workflows for researchers and healthcare professionals.

Three Imaging Trends to Watch for in 2020 By Morris Panner · January 22, 2020

Will the 2020s be the roaring twenties of healthcare? There is much that remains to be seen as many questions loom over the real efficiency level of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, patient control over data and its usage, and interoperability across vendors.

Social Media Tips for Radiologists By Catherine Slotnick · January 10, 2020

As a marketing and PR specialist, I can’t say that I ever thought I would be giving an academic presentation

Preventive Cancer Screenings Are Becoming Too Lax By Morris Panner · January 3, 2020

The most common cancer screenings and tests, all of which are recommended by the American Cancer Society, include mammograms (for breast cancer) and screenings for colorectal cancer, lung cancer, cervical cancer, and prostate cancer. These are screenings that have all been found to save lives by detecting dangerous cancers early.

Remote Patient Monitoring Brings Healthcare To Your Home By Morris Panner · December 10, 2019

Using monitoring equipment, a healthcare provider can keep tabs on a patient's clinical data. Glucose meters, ECGs and blood pressure monitors are among the most common types of RPM equipment used, but the array of available technologies is rapidly expanding.

What To Look For At RSNA 2019 By Rebecca Schankerman · November 25, 2019

Those of us at Ambra hope everyone has a great holiday and we send our best wishes. As we prepare for Thanksgiving this week, there is one thing we are all grateful for—RSNA!

Wearables And Hearables Increasingly Have A Role In Patient Treatment Plans By Morris Panner · November 20, 2019

The concept of wearable technology that could advance the user’s health goals really caught fire with the popularity of smart devices like the Apple Watch, which boasted the ability to track the wearer’s steps and heart rate when it was first released in 2015. But with each passing year, new wearables emerged and existing ones developed more impressive features.

Lung Cancer Awareness Month By Rebecca Schankerman · November 6, 2019

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Early detection, low dose screening, and increased awareness are leading to improved experiences for lung cancer patients. 

Breast Health Awareness Month By Catherine Slotnick · October 31, 2019

October is Breast Health Awareness Month. This means not only identifying risk factors and diagnosis statistics but also recognizing the tools that improve the patient experience, diagnosis, and care. Early detection, better screening, increased awareness, and new treatment options have led to earlier diagnoses and better care for breast cancer patients.

Caregivers: Supporting And Learning From Our Most Valuable Human Resource By Morris Panner · October 29, 2019

Whether standing next to a patient receiving a difficult diagnosis or spending countless hours by a hospital sickbed, these vigilant caregivers are often mistakenly seen by doctors and other healthcare workers as simply “the family.”

A Day in the Life of Ambra Health Support By Rebecca Schankerman · October 22, 2019

A recent interview with Rebecca Schankerman, Ambra Health Field Marketing Coordinator, and Melissa Lam, Ambra Health Consultant, about the day in the life of Ambra's support team.

The New Rules of Ambulatory Surgery Competition By Catherine Slotnick · October 15, 2019

Hospitals and health systems are seeing massive growth in the lucrative and highly competitive market for ambulatory surgery. How can organizations implement an ASC strategy to compete against new and traditional competitors?

Become Fool Proof with CaptureProof By Jennifer Thomas · October 2, 2019

This is a guest blog post from one of Ambra's partners, CaptureProof. CaptureProof allows patients to record their health trends through photos and videos and instantly and securely share them with their physician.

The Patient Portal: Giving People Control Over Their Health Data By Morris Panner · October 2, 2019

The focus of most digital transformations taking place across the health industry is to make health care truly patient-centric. The rapid adoption and implementation of disruptive technologies, such as the cloud, artificial intelligence and machine learning, continue to accelerate in health care. A common theme running through this disruption is making patients a meaningful part of the health care process.

Improving Patient Safety & Security with the Cloud By Caroline Schweitzer · September 27, 2019

We have come a long way, but there is still much uncertainty revolving around “the cloud” in healthcare. Many organizations hesitate about switching away from their current systems to a cloud-based structure. Cloud technology can offer many benefits to health organizations, including, most importantly, improvements in patient care and safety. 

Don’t Get Caught in the Storm. What is Your Disaster Recovery Plan? By Kimiko Morris · September 26, 2019

The healthcare industry is constantly innovating and growing due to the rapid technological advances of the 21st century. With EHR’s (Electronic Health Records), and a growing interoperable network becoming more prevalent, it is hard-pressed to find a hospital that isn’t trying to stay up to date with the latest technology. As good as the healthcare industry gets when everything is right, we need healthcare IT to work its best when everything goes wrong.

Upgrade your Phone, Upgrade Your TV, Upgrade Your Patient Care By Shelby Wells · September 25, 2019

When people talk about technology growth in recent years, everyone thinks of cell phones and computers because they are so prevalent in our everyday lives. There has been exponential growth in technology, but one area that is commonly forgotten and is severely lacking is the healthcare industry. For example, why are we still using CDs when it comes to something vitally important to us; our health?

Can’t Find Your Patients in the Office? Check the Cloud! By Isaiah Dolcee · September 24, 2019

Millennials’ preferences are shaping the new physician-patient relationship. A recent Business Insider article described how millennials currently comprise roughly 30% of the US population and their wants and needs are shaping a multitude of other industries such as retail, transportation, and healthcare. Millennials are a tech-savvy group interested in gaining multi-channel access to their healthcare just like they have in adjacent industries.

Don’t Risk A Slipped Disc By Renee Steller · September 23, 2019

Take a look at a personal story from one of Ambra's Sales Development Representatives on how health IT impacted her life.

Why the Cloud is Necessary for 21st Century Healthcare By Hannah Swain · September 23, 2019

In the age of Amazon Prime and Uber Eats, traditional processes in healthcare -- getting a call to hear back about your lab results or waiting 3-5 business days to pick up a CD with your images -- seem painfully antiquated. Twenty-first-century healthcare requires methods that mirror the technology and accessibility consumers experience day-to-day. 

Incorporating Diverse Data Types in Clinical Trials By Morris Panner · September 17, 2019

Working together, vendors and facilities can establish strategies for gathering real-world evidence, including imaging and diverse data, successfully.

Personalized Medicine: The Trend That’s Sweeping Health Care By Morris Panner · September 5, 2019

From cloud-based medical imaging platforms to artificial intelligence-powered diagnostics, health care continues to be the epicenter of digital innovations that are geared toward boosting patient care. Personalized medicine is another new wave sweeping health care with the dual objectives of achieving more meaningful patient-to-doctor relations and lowering costs.

Patient Awareness Opens Lines of Communication in Radiology By Rebecca Schankerman · September 5, 2019

Why do incidental findings go unreported? The first reason is due to a lack of patient awareness. Their physician may verbally tell them their results, but they may never review the report themselves. A physician may fail to disclose all the information if incidental findings are not dire news; they may worry that they are burdening the patient with too much information. However, it is a patient’s right to be fully aware of their own health and new regulation may soon make that law. 

Ambra Health Partners with AWS to Expand Medical Imaging Platform By Morris Panner · September 4, 2019

Morris Panner, CEO of Ambra Health, shares exciting details on the partnership between Ambra Health and Amazon Web Services in this video.

How Health IT Infrastructure Affects Patient Outcomes By Rebecca Schankerman · August 28, 2019

In today’s post, we are going to focus on IT infrastructure and the role it can play in the patient outcome. Healthcare organizations have gone decades without modernizing their IT infrastructure which is unfathomable compared to other industries like banking, cell phone networks, and many more.

Discover The True Cost of CDs By Catherine Slotnick · August 19, 2019

Let’s stop wasting physician, administrator, and patient time with CDs. It is time to #DitchTheDisk and move to the Cloud.

Getting More Women Speakers in Radiology and Informatics By Catherine Slotnick · August 15, 2019

“Diverse representation in radiology is critical to effectively addressing the needs of our diverse patient population. Organizations should be thinking about this as they craft their agendas and panels,” said McGinty.

Image Enable HIEs to Streamline Patient Care By Rebecca Schankerman · August 15, 2019

When it comes to sharing reports and notes on a patient, HIEs are a great resource, but where do a patient’s medical images go? In cases of serious illness, medical imaging is often a critical part of the overall diagnosis. Only a small portion of U.S.-based HIEs have incorporated an image exchange component into their data sharing abilities, yet the sharing of diagnostic imaging holds great promise for patient outcomes and efficiency.

Encouraging Patient Portal Use By Catherine Slotnick · August 13, 2019

You've finally established a patient portal at your medical practice. It's what your patients have said they wanted, and you can't wait to see it put to use. Yet, a few months go by, and the portal doesn't seem to have many logins. What is going on? How can you actually encourage patients to use the patient portal?

Six Ways To Lower Errors — And Unnecessary Surgeries — In Radiology Exams By Morris Panner · August 12, 2019

Diagnostic errors are an indication of poor patient care. According to research conducted by Johns Hopkins University, over 250,000 (or 10%) of all U.S. deaths are due to medical errors. Radiology plays a key role in the diagnostic process for many patients.

Telehealth & Mobile Tools Improve Outcomes for Patients & Providers By Catherine Slotnick · August 7, 2019

The core goal of any telehealth tool or initiative is to break down traditional barriers associated with geography to enable access to premier healthcare services rapidly. When we think of geography, we tend to think of wide ranges, sometimes even as wide as countries or continents. However, breaking down geography can even include the drive or subway ride between a provider and their office.

Healthcare And Baby Boomers: Tech Adoption Is The Key To Better Outcomes By Morris Panner · July 1, 2019

By 2050 there will be 83.7 million people aged 65 and older, almost double the 43.1 million seniors in 2012. Such a dramatic increase is expected to have a huge impact on the healthcare industry, not only due to the sheer numbers but also because of the rapidly declining health of those over the age of 65.

3 Things to Expect at SIIM 2019 By Catherine Slotnick · June 21, 2019

At SIIM19 prepare to hear about exploring new ways to use data, engaging with patients, and empowering one another.

Blockchain In Healthcare: How It Could Make Digital Healthcare Safer And More Innovative By Morris Panner · June 20, 2019

Digital healthcare trends are largely driven by the need for better patient care, faster and more accurate analysis, and on-demand access to medical data. The pace of innovation in digital healthcare began gaining momentum with artificial intelligence (AI), and it is set to further accelerate as the industry turns to blockchain technology.

Taking the Complication out of Imaging Records By Jason Howie · June 18, 2019

Cloud vendors can come together to create holistic solutions. Integrating imaging within the EHR eliminates the need to login to separate systems and toggle between browsers. With cloud-based solutions, system upgrades, maintenance, and storage are standard and managed by the vendors which allow physicians to focus more time on patients.

Physician Burnout Can Be Fatal. Does Artificial Intelligence Offer Hope? By Morris Panner · May 29, 2019

Doctors have the highest suicide rates among all professions. Is technology the reason or the answer?

Why Your Healthcare Organization Should #DitchtheDisk By Morris Panner · May 15, 2019

It’s astonishing to think that the visual patient health record is still managed on this dinosaur of technology.

AI In Health Care Is Not About Replacing Humans By Morris Panner · May 13, 2019

AI and machine learning are set to expand, and health care is poised to witness an unprecedented explosion of AI use cases.

The 21st Century Cures Act & The Future of Enterprise Imaging By Catherine Slotnick · May 7, 2019

A recent interview with Catherine Slotnick, Ambra Health Senior Marketing Manager, and Cheryl Petersilge, M.D., M.B.A., Founder and CEO of Vidagos Advisors which focuses on the future of enterprise imaging.

The Information Highway To Connected Health Care By Morris Panner · April 22, 2019

Digital data silos keep providers in the dark, hindering their ability to dispense care.

Five Ways Millennials Do Health Care Their Own Way By Morris Panner · April 10, 2019

Millennials are more inclined than baby boomers to research health care online. These relatively well-educated 20- and 30-somethings compare treatment options and check quality ratings of doctors and hospitals.

Opportunity and Concern — A New World of Patient Data By Morris Panner · April 9, 2019

The opportunities for positive outcomes are endless, but facilities must make transparency and patient control core institutional values as they move forward.

Radiology Mergers Create New Obstacles for Practices By Catherine Slotnick · April 4, 2019

Once the imaging stack has been reevaluated and restructured, the question remains, how do these mergers affect patients?

Cancer Treatment Costs Imperil Patients By Morris Panner · March 26, 2019

Cancer patients face many tough choices about their care, yet one of the most gut-wrenching may be whether to undergo high-priced treatment that could save their life but impoverish their family.

Radiology Rolls With The Cloud By Morris Panner · March 4, 2019

This article originally appeared on Forbes on March 1, 2019.  Let’s face it: People don’t always obtain the health care

#HIMSS19 : Interoperability Across Healthcare Still Needs Improvement By Catherine Slotnick · February 21, 2019

It seems like AI was the talk of the town at every healthcare conference we attended in 2018. However, at

What to Expect at #HIMSS19 By Catherine Slotnick · February 7, 2019

HIMSS19 is just a few days away, and our team couldn’t be more excited to get some sunshine and check

Adding Phone Numbers to Radiology Reports: Patient Centered Care By Catherine Slotnick · January 30, 2019

Radiologists are elusive to patients. Although they play a critical component in the healthcare trajectory of any individual, many patients will never come into direct contact with one. However, we know that patients do in fact want to interact with radiologists. Many studies have highlighted an interest among patients to hear results not only from their referring physician but also the radiologist, particularly in cases of complex diagnosis.

A Shift in Archiving: Cloud VNA For Disaster Recovery and More By Morris Panner · January 28, 2019

This article was written by Morris Panner, CEO, Ambra Health and originally appeared on FierceHealthcare.com on January 28, 2019.  It

How Mobile Medical Services Are Improving Health Care By Morris Panner · January 17, 2019

This article by Ambra Health CEO, Morris Panner, originally appeared on Forbes on January 16, 2019.  The mobile revolution has

Bringing The Data To Where The Patient Is By Morris Panner · January 3, 2019

This article was originally published on Forbes on  December 28, 2018. Ambra Health CEO, Morris Panner, is a contributor to the Forbes

2019 Healthcare Predictions: 10 Trends to Watch in the New Year By Catherine Slotnick · December 20, 2018

The Ambra Health team shares our top healthcare trends and imaging predictions for 2019.

Real-World Health Data Push Brings Challenges And Opportunities By Morris Panner · December 12, 2018

This article was originally published on Forbes on  December 12, 2018. Ambra Health CEO, Morris Panner, is a contributor to the Forbes

4 Things We Shared at RSNA 2018 By Catherine Slotnick · December 6, 2018

If you attended the RSNA Annual Meeting last week, there’s a good chance that your feet are still sore from

Health Data Meets Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning By Morris Panner · November 21, 2018

This article was originally published on Forbes on Nov 21, 2018. Ambra Health CEO, Morris Panner, is a contributor to

Breast Health Awareness Month By Becky Kinkead · October 19, 2018

October is Breast Health Awareness Month. This means not only identifying risk factors and diagnosis statistics but also recognizing the tools that improve the patient experience, diagnosis, and care.

Patient Portals: Bridging the Gap Between Physicians and Patients By Joshua Beauregard · October 18, 2018

Forward-thinking physicians and healthcare administrators see patient portals as an ideal route to engage patients and create a ‘patient-centered’ experience.

Practical Considerations in AI Application By Catherine Slotnick · September 27, 2018

As artificial intelligence and machine learning gain more traction in radiology, how can facilities be sure to appropriately evaluate new tools?

Telehealth : Overcoming the Obstacle of Geography By Eve Rothenberg · August 15, 2018

Telehealth is an emerging method of medical care that takes advantage of technological developments in communication among providers and between

Back to Cloud Basics: Image-Enabling the EHR By Catherine Slotnick · August 9, 2018

EHR systems are often missing a critical component of patient care - medical images. In this blog post we examine image-enabling the EHR.

Does Your Practice Have a Patient Friendly Website? By Catherine Slotnick · August 2, 2018

During Ambra Health’s most recent webinar, Providers Go All in, Ambra Marketing Designer Becky Kinkead shared her best practices for

Medical Images: The Only Photos Not in the Cloud? By Morris Panner · July 30, 2018

This article by Morris Panner, CEO, Ambra Health was originally posted on ai-med.io on July 20, 2018.  We share a

Patient-Centered Care in Radiology By Eve Rothenberg · July 18, 2018

Today’s patients are truly consumers and have more access to information than ever before. However, patient-centered care has not been

Back to Cloud Basics: Cloud-based PACS By Catherine Slotnick · July 12, 2018

Ready for part 3 in our cloud image management 101 series? Last week, we defined medical image viewers, discussed the

Back to Cloud Basics: Medical Image Viewers By Catherine Slotnick · July 5, 2018

Time for part 2 in our cloud image management 101 series. Last week, we defined medical image exchange, discussed the

Back to Cloud Basics: Medical Image Exchange By Catherine Slotnick · June 27, 2018

Have you ever been in a situation where you never asked what something was and now it is far too

The Role Humans Will Play in the AI Transformation of Healthcare By Morris Panner · June 18, 2018

There is much talk about how AI will radically transform healthcare, using big data – our data – to find

Future Trends : Who Will Be Your Doctor? By Morris Panner · May 22, 2018

Who will be your doctor in the future? When we think of “doctor,” we usually picture someone wearing a white

Providers Must Go “All-In” By Catherine Slotnick · April 17, 2018

I am guilty of a few things –  being a millennial, working for a cloud-based Health IT company, and watching

HIMSS 2018 Recap By Catherine Slotnick · March 13, 2018

What do medical images, Google, Amazon, EHRs, and patient portals have in common? They were all a key part of

What to Expect at HIMSS By Catherine Slotnick · February 28, 2018

As we prepare for HIMSS 2018, we are excited about the great food, casinos, and fun times to see the latest

SIIA Company CODiE Winner | Start-Up Company of The Year – Ambra Health By Catherine Slotnick · February 5, 2018

This post was originally published on SIIA by Rhianna Collier, VP for the Software Division at SIIA. SIIA’s TechChats provides a

Why Imaging Isn’t Just for Radiology By Morris Panner · February 1, 2018

If medical imaging was a category on family feud, radiology and radiologist would be among the first answers given by

Start the New Year off Right! Resolutions for a Small Practice By Jonathan Holland · January 2, 2018

CDs were first invented in 1982, the same year Michael Jackson released ‘Thriller’ and 2 years before the first cell

2018 Healthcare Predictions: 10 Trends to Watch in Imaging By Morris Panner · December 21, 2017

2018 will bring an advanced pace to the digital transformation of the healthcare industry. Changing consumer preferences, provider consolidation, and

At Ambra We’re Grateful for.. RSNA! By Nina Vaswani · November 21, 2017

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! We here at Ambra hope everyone has a great holiday and send our best wishes. As we

Saving Time, Saving Money – A Real Use Case with Jupiter Orthopedics & Ambra By Joshua Beauregard · November 6, 2017

The problems that Dr. Wade Van Sice and his team were running into at Jupiter Orthopedics & Sports Medicine were

Image Access for Breast Cancer Patients By Nina Vaswani · October 23, 2017

We’ve featured stories on the importance of patient access to medical imaging before, but in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness

Should Patients Have Access to Medical Imaging? By Sara Muche · October 5, 2017

From generation to generation, we’re seeing healthcare consumers increasingly yearning to be more informed about their health outcomes. While some

#IHEARTHIT By Mimi Wirth · October 4, 2017

As a mother of two, home health caretaker for the elderly, and Sunday school teacher for kids with special needs,

Medical Management and the Millennial Manifesto By Jonathan Holland · October 4, 2017

*Click* … *Click* *Click* *Click* – I, a self-admitted millennial, pitter-patter away on the illuminated screen of my cell phone. In

My First 60 Days in the Healthcare Industry By Joshua Beauregard · October 3, 2017

“I work for a healthcare IT company.”  That’s my classic response to the “what are you doing these days?” question

Rent Apartment, Buy Couch, Find Doctor? By Nina Vaswani · October 2, 2017

Noteworthy new restaurants, must-see music venues, emerging art museums: this was the to-do list I initially had planned when thinking

A Netflix Style Personal Health Record By Mini Peiris · September 27, 2017

You’re a parent. You have a 10 year old son. Want to keep track of what he’s watching? Easy. You

Despite Progress, Nearly 1 In 3 Patients Cannot Easily Access Medical Records By Morris Panner · September 18, 2017

We recently conducted a survey of over 1,100 U.S. adults on consumer healthcare behavior that showed the industry lagging on technology – with nearly 1 in 3 patients reporting they can not easily access their medical records.

What the Cloud Means for Medical Groups & Practices By Catherine Slotnick · August 22, 2017

The “cloud” is a term that’s been around for quite awhile now, and applications like deconstructed PACS, cloud PACS, and

AI – The Future Of Medicine By Catherine Slotnick · July 13, 2017

It seems like AI is everywhere this Summer. But what does it mean in the world of healthcare? How is

C-Suite Q & A with Ambra Health’s Morris Panner By Catherine Slotnick · June 29, 2017

This two part interview series with Ambra Health’s CEO Morris Panner & Ryan Black originally appeared on Healthcare Analytics News

Ambra Health CEO Morris Panner Appears on Cheddar By Catherine Slotnick · June 22, 2017

Live from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Ambra Health CEO, Morris Panner, appeared on Cheddar to discuss

Innovate from Within: Unlock Medical Imaging as a Data Asset By Catherine Slotnick · June 14, 2017

Leading healthcare providers across the globe place a constant focus on innovation around all aspects of the care continuum. Medical

Patient Portal Adoption By William Ranschaert · May 26, 2017

Just like the rapid evolution of the EHR, patient portals have become the norm for providers and patients alike. Along

RADxx TweetChat brings in 70 leaders for discussion about mentorship for women in radiology By Catherine Slotnick · May 17, 2017

Welcome to the 2nd #RADxx tweet chat recap! We thought it was impossible to keep up with the last tweet

Should You Have a Mentor, a Sponsor, or Both? By Dr. Geraldine McGinty · April 13, 2017

This is a guest blog post by imaging and informatics thought leader, Dr. Geraldine McGinty. Dr. McGinty was Chair of the ACR’s

3 Ways to Innovate Your Imaging Technology By Catherine Slotnick · April 3, 2017

Ambra Health was joined on a live webinar event by Blackford Analysis, DiACardio, and Realize for a panel discussion and offered demos of their forward thinking imaging technologies, each of which provides a way to innovate part of your imaging technology workflow.

Radiology Trends to Watch in 2017 By Paul Turner · February 20, 2017

During a special webinar event, in partnership with HIMSS, Dr. Safwan Halabi, a pediatric radiologist and a fetal radiologist, was joined by Tyler Martin, the Executive Director of Ambulatory Network Operations at New England Baptist Hospital, and Morris Panner, CEO, Ambra Health. During the event, we took the pulse of the trends in radiology.

2017 Healthcare Predictions: Top 9 in Imaging By Catherine Slotnick · December 21, 2016

Although 2016 was a rather unpredictable year on some fronts,  it’s safe to say that when it comes to healthcare,

Mrs. Claus Needs a Second Opinion By Catherine Slotnick · December 21, 2016

Powdering her nose ever so carefully, Mrs. Claus knew that she couldn’t hide it forever – her nose was turning

What Patient Centered Radiology Looks Like By Catherine Slotnick · December 16, 2016

How should a patient receive their radiology exam results? From their referring physician, radiologist, patient portal, or all of the

5 Trends at RSNA 2016 By Catherine Slotnick · December 7, 2016

Walking the show floor at RSNA is a mind-boggling experience. You’ll find MRI machines, live ultrasounds, software vendors, the latest

Calling all RAD Women (and Men!) : Let’s Bring More Diversity to Informatics Leadership By Mini Peiris · November 21, 2016

It’s our favorite time of the year, Thanksgiving the RSNA (Radiological Society of North America) conference season! Each year we look

Think RADical Recap: Driving Innovation in Medical Imaging By Catherine Slotnick · October 4, 2016

How to turn medical imaging data into an invaluable asset was the topic of discussion at Think RADical, a National Health

Deliver Better Patient Care in the Cloud By Catherine Slotnick · September 26, 2016

Ambra Health is a proud partner of National Health IT Week, #NHIT. This week, we’ll be sharing why the cloud

DICOM Grid is Now Ambra Health By Catherine Slotnick · August 24, 2016

DICOM Grid is excited to reveal a new name, brand identity and website – Ambra Health. Of course, the first

The Future of Medical Image Management- Thought Leaders from Mayo Clinic and Stanford Children’s Health Share Their Perspectives By Catherine Slotnick · April 27, 2016

“You can’t plug in pipes across a hospital network,” said Dr. Jeremy Friese, Interventional Radiologist, Mayo Clinic. Raise your hand

How Cloud Medical Image Management Saved Santa By Catherine Slotnick · December 21, 2015

Sit by the fire everyone…it’s time for the annual tale of how Santa sprained his ankle while climbing down the

3 Barriers that Prevent Widespread Adoption of Advanced mHealth Solutions By Morris Panner · December 10, 2015

This blog post was written by DICOM Grid CEO, Morris Panner, and originally published on HITECH Answers. Mobile devices have

DICOM Grid Settles the Dress Dispute! By Catherine Slotnick · February 27, 2015

Is it white and gold? Is it blue and black? The dress mystery has been on everyone’s mind this morning

The Internet of Everything and What it Means for Healthcare By Catherine Slotnick · September 8, 2014

Imagine living in a world of connected things that intelligently and intuitively respond to your needs and wants. From the

The Importance of Medical Image Exchange By Catherine Slotnick · July 18, 2014

Sitting down to prepare for our monthly webinar, my thoughts strayed to the concept of purpose again. Medical image exchange

What is a Zero Footprint Medical Image Viewer? By Catherine Slotnick · June 26, 2014

If you’ve recently attended any of the big radiology or imaging conferences, like SIIM or RSNA, you may have noticed

The Future of Radiology: the Millennials vision By Catherine Slotnick · September 27, 2012

Millennials, the generation born between the late 1970s to early 2000s, are expected to number 83 million by 2015 and

How AI Supports And Accelerates Healthcare By Morris Panner · January 27, 2020

Artificial intelligence (AI) is making an impact in most major industries today. While there is a long way to go before all the possibilities of AI are exhausted or even realized (including the many dreams and nightmares of science fiction), AI is currently most adept at helping to improve and accelerate workflows for researchers and healthcare professionals.

Three Imaging Trends to Watch for in 2020 By Morris Panner · January 22, 2020

Will the 2020s be the roaring twenties of healthcare? There is much that remains to be seen as many questions loom over the real efficiency level of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, patient control over data and its usage, and interoperability across vendors.

Social Media Tips for Radiologists By Catherine Slotnick · January 10, 2020

As a marketing and PR specialist, I can’t say that I ever thought I would be giving an academic presentation

Preventive Cancer Screenings Are Becoming Too Lax By Morris Panner · January 3, 2020

The most common cancer screenings and tests, all of which are recommended by the American Cancer Society, include mammograms (for breast cancer) and screenings for colorectal cancer, lung cancer, cervical cancer, and prostate cancer. These are screenings that have all been found to save lives by detecting dangerous cancers early.

Remote Patient Monitoring Brings Healthcare To Your Home By Morris Panner · December 10, 2019

Using monitoring equipment, a healthcare provider can keep tabs on a patient's clinical data. Glucose meters, ECGs and blood pressure monitors are among the most common types of RPM equipment used, but the array of available technologies is rapidly expanding.

What To Look For At RSNA 2019 By Rebecca Schankerman · November 25, 2019

Those of us at Ambra hope everyone has a great holiday and we send our best wishes. As we prepare for Thanksgiving this week, there is one thing we are all grateful for—RSNA!

Wearables And Hearables Increasingly Have A Role In Patient Treatment Plans By Morris Panner · November 20, 2019

The concept of wearable technology that could advance the user’s health goals really caught fire with the popularity of smart devices like the Apple Watch, which boasted the ability to track the wearer’s steps and heart rate when it was first released in 2015. But with each passing year, new wearables emerged and existing ones developed more impressive features.

Lung Cancer Awareness Month By Rebecca Schankerman · November 6, 2019

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Early detection, low dose screening, and increased awareness are leading to improved experiences for lung cancer patients. 

Breast Health Awareness Month By Catherine Slotnick · October 31, 2019

October is Breast Health Awareness Month. This means not only identifying risk factors and diagnosis statistics but also recognizing the tools that improve the patient experience, diagnosis, and care. Early detection, better screening, increased awareness, and new treatment options have led to earlier diagnoses and better care for breast cancer patients.

Caregivers: Supporting And Learning From Our Most Valuable Human Resource By Morris Panner · October 29, 2019

Whether standing next to a patient receiving a difficult diagnosis or spending countless hours by a hospital sickbed, these vigilant caregivers are often mistakenly seen by doctors and other healthcare workers as simply “the family.”

A Day in the Life of Ambra Health Support By Rebecca Schankerman · October 22, 2019

A recent interview with Rebecca Schankerman, Ambra Health Field Marketing Coordinator, and Melissa Lam, Ambra Health Consultant, about the day in the life of Ambra's support team.

Become Fool Proof with CaptureProof By Jennifer Thomas · October 2, 2019

This is a guest blog post from one of Ambra's partners, CaptureProof. CaptureProof allows patients to record their health trends through photos and videos and instantly and securely share them with their physician.

The Patient Portal: Giving People Control Over Their Health Data By Morris Panner · October 2, 2019

The focus of most digital transformations taking place across the health industry is to make health care truly patient-centric. The rapid adoption and implementation of disruptive technologies, such as the cloud, artificial intelligence and machine learning, continue to accelerate in health care. A common theme running through this disruption is making patients a meaningful part of the health care process.

Improving Patient Safety & Security with the Cloud By Caroline Schweitzer · September 27, 2019

We have come a long way, but there is still much uncertainty revolving around “the cloud” in healthcare. Many organizations hesitate about switching away from their current systems to a cloud-based structure. Cloud technology can offer many benefits to health organizations, including, most importantly, improvements in patient care and safety. 

Don’t Get Caught in the Storm. What is Your Disaster Recovery Plan? By Kimiko Morris · September 26, 2019

The healthcare industry is constantly innovating and growing due to the rapid technological advances of the 21st century. With EHR’s (Electronic Health Records), and a growing interoperable network becoming more prevalent, it is hard-pressed to find a hospital that isn’t trying to stay up to date with the latest technology. As good as the healthcare industry gets when everything is right, we need healthcare IT to work its best when everything goes wrong.

Upgrade your Phone, Upgrade Your TV, Upgrade Your Patient Care By Shelby Wells · September 25, 2019

When people talk about technology growth in recent years, everyone thinks of cell phones and computers because they are so prevalent in our everyday lives. There has been exponential growth in technology, but one area that is commonly forgotten and is severely lacking is the healthcare industry. For example, why are we still using CDs when it comes to something vitally important to us; our health?

Can’t Find Your Patients in the Office? Check the Cloud! By Isaiah Dolcee · September 24, 2019

Millennials’ preferences are shaping the new physician-patient relationship. A recent Business Insider article described how millennials currently comprise roughly 30% of the US population and their wants and needs are shaping a multitude of other industries such as retail, transportation, and healthcare. Millennials are a tech-savvy group interested in gaining multi-channel access to their healthcare just like they have in adjacent industries.

Don’t Risk A Slipped Disc By Renee Steller · September 23, 2019

Take a look at a personal story from one of Ambra's Sales Development Representatives on how health IT impacted her life.

Why the Cloud is Necessary for 21st Century Healthcare By Hannah Swain · September 23, 2019

In the age of Amazon Prime and Uber Eats, traditional processes in healthcare -- getting a call to hear back about your lab results or waiting 3-5 business days to pick up a CD with your images -- seem painfully antiquated. Twenty-first-century healthcare requires methods that mirror the technology and accessibility consumers experience day-to-day. 

Incorporating Diverse Data Types in Clinical Trials By Morris Panner · September 17, 2019

Working together, vendors and facilities can establish strategies for gathering real-world evidence, including imaging and diverse data, successfully.

Personalized Medicine: The Trend That’s Sweeping Health Care By Morris Panner · September 5, 2019

From cloud-based medical imaging platforms to artificial intelligence-powered diagnostics, health care continues to be the epicenter of digital innovations that are geared toward boosting patient care. Personalized medicine is another new wave sweeping health care with the dual objectives of achieving more meaningful patient-to-doctor relations and lowering costs.

Patient Awareness Opens Lines of Communication in Radiology By Rebecca Schankerman · September 5, 2019

Why do incidental findings go unreported? The first reason is due to a lack of patient awareness. Their physician may verbally tell them their results, but they may never review the report themselves. A physician may fail to disclose all the information if incidental findings are not dire news; they may worry that they are burdening the patient with too much information. However, it is a patient’s right to be fully aware of their own health and new regulation may soon make that law. 

Ambra Health Partners with AWS to Expand Medical Imaging Platform By Morris Panner · September 4, 2019

Morris Panner, CEO of Ambra Health, shares exciting details on the partnership between Ambra Health and Amazon Web Services in this video.

How Health IT Infrastructure Affects Patient Outcomes By Rebecca Schankerman · August 28, 2019

In today’s post, we are going to focus on IT infrastructure and the role it can play in the patient outcome. Healthcare organizations have gone decades without modernizing their IT infrastructure which is unfathomable compared to other industries like banking, cell phone networks, and many more.

Discover The True Cost of CDs By Catherine Slotnick · August 19, 2019

Let’s stop wasting physician, administrator, and patient time with CDs. It is time to #DitchTheDisk and move to the Cloud.

Getting More Women Speakers in Radiology and Informatics By Catherine Slotnick · August 15, 2019

“Diverse representation in radiology is critical to effectively addressing the needs of our diverse patient population. Organizations should be thinking about this as they craft their agendas and panels,” said McGinty.

Image Enable HIEs to Streamline Patient Care By Rebecca Schankerman · August 15, 2019

When it comes to sharing reports and notes on a patient, HIEs are a great resource, but where do a patient’s medical images go? In cases of serious illness, medical imaging is often a critical part of the overall diagnosis. Only a small portion of U.S.-based HIEs have incorporated an image exchange component into their data sharing abilities, yet the sharing of diagnostic imaging holds great promise for patient outcomes and efficiency.

Encouraging Patient Portal Use By Catherine Slotnick · August 13, 2019

You've finally established a patient portal at your medical practice. It's what your patients have said they wanted, and you can't wait to see it put to use. Yet, a few months go by, and the portal doesn't seem to have many logins. What is going on? How can you actually encourage patients to use the patient portal?

Six Ways To Lower Errors — And Unnecessary Surgeries — In Radiology Exams By Morris Panner · August 12, 2019

Diagnostic errors are an indication of poor patient care. According to research conducted by Johns Hopkins University, over 250,000 (or 10%) of all U.S. deaths are due to medical errors. Radiology plays a key role in the diagnostic process for many patients.

Healthcare And Baby Boomers: Tech Adoption Is The Key To Better Outcomes By Morris Panner · July 1, 2019

By 2050 there will be 83.7 million people aged 65 and older, almost double the 43.1 million seniors in 2012. Such a dramatic increase is expected to have a huge impact on the healthcare industry, not only due to the sheer numbers but also because of the rapidly declining health of those over the age of 65.