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Meritus Health Enhances Radiology Services with Sectra One Cloud

In a groundbreaking move for radiological services, Meritus Health, a healthcare provider located in Western Maryland, has officially launched Sectra One Cloud, an enterprise imaging solution delivered entirely as a cloud service. This strategic implementation aims to streamline radiology workflows and significantly improve the speed of diagnostics for the healthcare community it serves.

Mike Fried, the Vice President and Chief Information Officer of Meritus Health, emphasized the growing demand for imaging services at the organization. “Our radiologists face increasing volumes of imaging work. With the daily operation of Sectra One Cloud, they have access to images, prior exams, and necessary diagnostic tools consolidated into one platform. This transformation provides a holistic view of patient data and informs quick decision-making,” he stated.

Located in a region populated by over 200,000 residents spanning Western Maryland, Southern Pennsylvania, and the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia, Meritus Health's recent deployment marks an essential milestone for both the organization and the communities it serves. This upgrade is the first deployment of Sectra technology by the health system, with an expectation to process approximately 257,000 radiology exams annually under a five-year contract that commenced in the fourth quarter of Sectra's fiscal year 2025/2026.

Sectra One Cloud is positioned as a fully managed service that alleviates pressure on the internal IT teams by taking charge of the infrastructure, maintenance, and upgrades necessary for optimal operation. This cloud service not only enhances operational efficiencies but also strengthens security protocols, safeguarding patient privacy amid growing concerns over health information security. The scalability afforded by this solution enables Meritus Health to expand its services in response to increasing imaging volumes and to adopt future imaging technologies seamlessly.

Reflecting on the implementation, Isaac Zaworski, President of Sectra Inc., remarked on the trend among health systems toward seeking reliable and secure imaging infrastructure. “By shifting to a cloud service model, Meritus Health aims to focus more on patient care and less on IT concerns. Sectra One Cloud proves to be a sustainable foundation for the organization to advance its imaging services in line with regional healthcare needs,” he commented.

The move to integrate Sectra's enterprise imaging solution aligns with growing industry demands for unified strategies to address a variety of imaging needs while simultaneously lowering operational costs. This scalable, modular solution features a Vendor Neutral Archive (VNA) at its core, allowing healthcare providers versatility to transition from modality to modality and across various enterprises.

In addition to improving patient care, this deployment showcases Sectra's commitment to innovation within the healthcare technology landscape. The organization's solutions have been recognized among the best in the industry, earning accolades such as 'Best in KLAS' for exceptional performance in imaging IT solutions.

For more information on the advancements and capabilities offered by Sectra, you can visit their official website. The successful integration of Sectra One Cloud marks a significant step forward for Meritus Health, as they embrace innovative solutions to enhance patient care and radiology services in the region.

For inquiries, please contact:

• - Dr. Torbjörn Kronander, CEO and President of Sectra AB
• - Marie Ekström Trägårdh, Executive Vice President of Sectra AB

These advancements not only change the operational landscape for Meritus Health but also set a new standard for patient-centric imaging solutions in the medical field.