Washakie Medical Center in Worland, Wyo., is now using the Siemens Somatom Definition AS64-slice CT system, according to Big Horn Radio Network.
Here are four observations:
1. The imaging system works faster and uses lower radiation doses than the center's previous system.
2. The quickness of the technology fosters better care for emergency patients.
3. Washakie Medical upgraded its 16-slice CT scanner to the 64-slice CT scanner, improving image quality.
4. Washakie Medical is a part of Banner Health, based in Grand Rapids, Mich.