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MetricAid ED physician scheduler gains traction
North Bay hospital spinoff sells software to three Toronto area Eds An Emergency Department physician scheduler developed by North Bay-based MetricAid is taking over a thankless task often performed by…
Timmins and District enhances DI capabilities
Purchasing the latest and greatest MRI and CT scanners may be the ideal way to stay current with steadily advancing diagnostic imaging technology, but in a climate of spending restraint…
Virtual ICU program rolls out across the northeast
Program will reduce emergency transfers, keep patients in their home communities and promote knowledge transfer Chalk up another first for telemedicine. On May 26th, Health Sciences North (HSN) and the…
RDA test measures chemotherapy effectiveness
RNA disruption test was developed in Sudbury by Dr. Amadeo Parissenti and Dr. Baoqing Guo A test developed in Sudbury is proving successful in predicting which breast cancer patients will…
Algoma renal program pioneers app for home dialysis
Dialysis platform for Communication, Assistance and Training simplifies self-care The Algoma Region Renal Program (AARP) is serving as a test bed for the development of a technology solution designed to…
Northwest one step closer to going paperless
Shared services corporation rolls out clinical documentation The Northwest Health Alliance and its 13 member hospitals are one step closer to shared paperless patient records following the recent rollout of…
Teledermatology service speeds consults
OTN service ideal for patients in underserviced areas Northern Ontario patents referred to one of the few dermatologists practicing in the region can expect wait times of up to six…
Technology solution helps seniors remain at home
Care Link Advantage solution includes sensors, door contacts, cameras and emergency communication device. An independent living solution developed by Sudbury-based Care Link Advantage has been embraced by New Brunswick’s Department…
SAH first to implement Nexadia EMR in North America
Technology improves efficiency and quality of care for renal patients On January 25, Sault Area Hospital’s (SAH) Algoma Regional Renal Program went live with the Nexadia System, an electronic medical…
Telehomecare programs rolling out across the north
Nurses monitor health status and provide self-management coaching A growing number of seniors in Northern Ontario are taking advantage of telehomecare technology to help them manage their chronic diseases. In…
