Belgian Hospital Implements Sectra Enterprise Imaging for Enhanced Radiology Efficiency and Patient Care

Enhancing Radiology Diagnostics at AZ Sint-Lucas Gent

In a significant advancement in radiological healthcare, AZ Sint-Lucas Gent, a prominent hospital located in Ghent, Belgium, has opted for Sectra’s enterprise imaging solution. This innovative technology promises to streamline the diagnostic workflow for radiologists, enhancing productivity and thereby improving patient care.

AZ Sint-Lucas Gent is renowned for providing extensive medical services, performing approximately 300,000 exams annually across a diverse array of specialties. With the integration of Sectra’s enterprise imaging solution, the hospital aims to simplify the entire diagnostic process, allowing radiologists to operate from a single application. This unified approach not only consolidates necessary tools but also reduces the time taken for diagnostics, ultimately providing quicker results to patients.

Dr. Nele De Ruyter, the head of the medical imaging department at AZ Sint-Lucas Gent, stated, "By choosing Sectra, we’re investing in a solution that enhances our radiologists' efficiency. The built-in reporting eliminates the need to switch between multiple applications. With Sectra's high availability, we ensure our radiologists can perform imaging exams anytime and anywhere. This streamlined workflow will allow us to reduce turnaround times and increase the high-quality care for our patients."

The contract, signed in the second quarter of Sectra’s 2024/2025 fiscal year, spans ten years and includes the implementation of modules for radiology and breast imaging, along with Sectra’s vendor-neutral archive (VNA). This modularity enables healthcare facilities to seamlessly scale operations according to their needs while also controlling operational costs.

As the demand for medical imaging continues to rise, the demands placed on radiologists have similarly escalated. The balancing act between managing heavy workloads and maintaining high diagnostic accuracy is increasingly challenging. Sectra’s enterprise imaging solution addresses these pressures by providing radiologists with essential tools to enhance their workflow and efficiency.

Bart Thielen, Managing Director of Sectra Benelux, commented on the partnership, saying, "Radiologists today are under more pressure than ever. The demand for imaging is growing rapidly, and radiologists must manage heavy workloads while maintaining high diagnostic accuracy and a reasonable work-life balance. AZ Sint-Lucas Gent's commitment to enhancing radiology workflows reflects their mission to deliver the best possible patient care. We look forward to supporting them in this mission."

This venture aligns with Sectra’s commitment to facilitating improvements in healthcare systems globally. Established in 1978 and headquartered in Linköping, Sweden, Sectra focuses on enhancing efficiency across various medical fields. The company is dedicated to making healthcare processes more effective, ultimately benefitting both patients and professionals in the medical field.

With these advancements, AZ Sint-Lucas Gent is not only prioritizing the efficiency of its radiology department but also ensuring that patients receive timely and high-quality care. The integration of Sectra's technology marks a noteworthy evolution in the hospital’s approach to radiological diagnostics, promising to pave the way for enhanced healthcare delivery in Belgium.

For further insights into Sectra and its pioneering solutions, interested parties can visit their official website.