Rapid scans and low doses suit Freeman Hospital’s needs

Siemens Healthcare regional sales manager Neil Lincoln, consultant radiologist Dr Michelle Muller, cross-site CT superintendent radiographer Sharon Iles and senior superintendent radiographer and manager Graeme Hughes.

Freeman Hospital, part of Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, has installed a Somatom Definition Flash CT scanner from Siemens Healthcare.  The hospital is one of the first to benefit from Siemens’ Stellar Detector technology that virtually eliminates electronic noise.

“We chose the system because, with its low dose, rapid scanning and dual energy capabilities, it was the best system for our needs and the needs of our patients,” said senior superintendent radiographer and manager Graeme Hughes. “The radiographers using the system enjoy its ease of use, while the speed of scanning, enhanced image quality and reduction in dose greatly enhances not only the patient experience but the CT service as a whole.”

See the full report on page 18 of the June 2013 issue of RAD Magazine.