Hot Topic - Session 5: Clinical Research Imaging Management System (CRIMS)
Saturday, May 17, 2008
8:00 am - 9:30 am
Ballroom 6C
Session Chair: Bradley J. Erickson, MD, PhD
Mayo Clinic, Rochester
Description:
The purpose of this session is to familiarize attendees with the features and
functions that are required of a research organization that uses images. In many
respects, the requirements are like a PACS and RIS, but with some unique input
and output needs. Image processing and analysis tools are more developed for
research and must be included.
Participants:
Basics of a CRIMS – What Makes Research Special?
Bradley J. Erickson, MD, PhD
Mayo Clinic, Rochester
Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the unique requirements of research utilizing imaging as an
outcome.
2. Understand the unique requirements of research focused on image processing.
Do You Need a RIS and a PACS for Research?
Fred W. Prior, PhD
Washington University School of Medicine
Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the similarities and differences of research versus
clinical practice with respect to RIS and PACS functions.
Getting Results in a Research World David S. Channin, MD
Northwestern University Medical School
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe some of the reporting requirements when imaging is used
as an outcome measure.
2. Describe with some of the standards and technologies available for
image-based reporting.
