With hybrid radiology rising, technology companies must ensure that remote and in-person radiologists, educators, and students have the tools necessary to succeed. Manufacturers need to make telehealth, hybrid collaboration and learning possible and, in turn, must listen to and meet the demands of radiologists and healthcare professionals. Technology companies can also offer insight into what technology systems are best for individual facilities and offer expert engineering services pre- and post-installation for a seamless transition.

Some technology features are particularly important for functionality and to ensure that radiologists and other healthcare professionals are supported in their aspirations for excellent patient care. Low-dose imaging in radiology equipment, high-level image sensitivity and impeccable image quality are top priorities for radiologists, and many technology vendors match these requirements. Technology companies can also provide radiology equipment that is easy to install, lightweight and wireless to support easy movement within hospitals as needed–wireless x-ray detectors have been very useful during the pandemic because clinicians can operate them in a variety of locations.


Manufacturers now supply radiology equipment that is cost conscious, supports compliance needs, and secures patient information safely, making the decision to upgrade a simple one. Looking ahead, radiologists and all healthcare professionals have the opportunity to re-examine and optimize workflows and patient care in collaboration with new state-of-the-art technology provided by manufacturers. Working together, healthcare facilities and technology companies can generate the most productive and positive medical environments possible in a world recovering from COVID-19.

About the author: Brian Fabrizio is the medical information displays team leader at LG Business Solutions USA.

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