Via Christi Acquires advanced biplane imaging system to enhance patient care

Via Christi St. Francis in Wichita, Kansas, has acquired its second ARTIS icono biplane system, a cutting-edge X-ray technology that significantly enhances the hospital's diagnostic and interventional capabilities. The investment reflects Via Christi's commitment to providing the highest quality patient care through advanced medical imaging.

The biplane system offers numerous advantages for both patients and medical teams:

• Improved image quality: The system's advanced technology delivers sharp, high-contrast images even in challenging situations, providing more precise diagnostics.
• Reduced radiation exposure: The system enhances patient safety by reducing radiation exposure by up to 60% compared to conventional systems, without compromising image quality.
• Enhanced flexibility: The system's highly flexible positioning provides comprehensive, head-to-toe coverage and accommodates a wide range of procedures.
• Increased efficiency: The system's adaptability reduces the time required for each procedure and the time in between procedures, supporting greater efficiency and better patient outcomes.

"This state-of-the-art technology assists our physicians in providing the best possible care for our patients through improved diagnostic accuracy, ultimately leading to better outcomes," said Dr. S. Kumar Reddy, MD, Via Christi's Director of Neurovascular and Interventional Radiology.

He added, "With this second biplane angio suite, we are able to simultaneously address complex cases that frequently arise at our Comprehensive Stroke Center and Level 1 trauma center. It allows us to continue to provide high-quality care to Wichita and surrounding communities and also to fulfill Via Christi's mission to care for everyone, with special attention to those who are poor and vulnerable."

This acquisition marks another step in Via Christi's ongoing efforts to enhance its technological capabilities and continue providing patients with the highest level of care.

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