This is a common concern for Radiology practices that are diversifying/supplementing their workload with multiple locations. "Swivel Chainring" has been the go-to solution as it is easy and fast to implement. KVM's help by eliminating the need for dedicated monitors for each workstation, but swivel chairing is inefficient, can cause quality issues, and is frustrating for the radiologists. I believe some of the other posts should help with how to best utilize KVM's.
BUT... there is a better way. The goal of match supply to demand in radiology is becoming the holy grail given the shortage of radiologists. Too often the conversation ends in disappointment because the hospital (who needs coverage) says, "you have to read on my PACS" and the Radiologists (Practice) says, "we will read your studies but it has to be on our PACS."
So, the question is how can everyone (the hospital and the radiologists) get what they want, and everyone is happy, efficient, and not wasting money.
At Imaging Healthcare Specialists, a 10 location outpatient imaging company, we have partnered with Software companies, Radiology Practices and Hospitals to create a community coverage capability that enables the people who scan patients to get coverage from Radiologists without having to stress over workstations, KVM's and swivel chairing.
I'd love to share our experience with you and see if there is a strategy that could help in your situation. Thanks.
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Ken Brande
CIO
Imaging Healthcare Specialists
San Diego CA
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Original Message:
Sent: 10-09-2024 15:15
From: Krissy Luke
Subject: KVM for Multiple PACS
Hello All,
We currently do not have our own PACS system and need to read from two PACS. We were told that KVM switches were an option for home workstations. I would like to know the following:
- Is this a viable option, especially regarding image quality?
- If yes, what were your challenges?
- Any recommendation for KVM that's best for radiology
Any guidance regarding this would be greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
--Krissy
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Krissy Luke MHA
Executive Director
Radiology Specialists of the Northwest, PC
Portland OR
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