PLANTATION, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Akumin Inc. (“Akumin” or the “Company”), a leader in managed radiology and oncology services, has been selected to exhibit their proprietary Akumin AXIS Expandable Patient Solutions™ at the Vizient Innovative Technology Exchange®. Vizient®, the nation’s largest provider-driven healthcare performance improvement company, will hold the Exchange Sept. 17 in Las Vegas.
The annual Innovative Technology Exchange offers selected suppliers the unique opportunity to demonstrate their product or service to supply chain and clinical leaders from Vizient’s hospital clients and subject matter experts who serve on their supply councils. Each product or service will showcase how it improves clinical outcomes, enhances safety or drives incremental improvements to healthcare delivery or business models.
Akumin AXIS is an innovative, fully equipped, expandable care solution that combines the spacious, modern feel of a permanent facility with the flexibility of relocatability. Designed to support both advanced imaging and cancer treatment, Akumin AXIS represents a new class of care delivery that helps hospitals and health systems overcome the challenges of high construction costs, limited capital, and rising patient demand. Available in configurations for PET/CT, LINAC, and 1.5T MRI, it provides a smarter, more adaptable way to expand access while enhancing the experience for both patients and staff.
“We are proud to showcase Akumin AXIS at the Vizient Innovative Technology Exchange,” said Henry Howe, Chief Executive Officer of Akumin. “Hospitals and health systems are looking for smarter, more flexible ways to expand access to advanced imaging and cancer care, and Akumin AXIS was designed to do exactly that. We look forward to demonstrating how this solution can help providers improve care for their patients.”
“The Innovative Technology Exchange fosters a unique opportunity for healthcare providers to interact with products and services that have the potential to impact the healthcare industry and improve clinical care or the business model of organizations,” said Kelly Flaharty, associate vice president, contract operations for Vizient. “We are pleased to invite Akumin to the Exchange.”
The annual Innovative Technology Exchange is part of Vizient’s Innovative Technology Program that includes product review of supplier-submitted technologies by provider-led councils. Since 2003, Vizient has reviewed over 1,700 product submissions as part of its Innovative Technology Program.
About Akumin
Akumin is a leading U.S. provider of advanced imaging and radiation oncology services, committed to excellence in patient care and expanding access to life-saving diagnostics and treatments. Serving millions annually, Akumin operates one of the nation’s largest networks of fixed-site radiology centers and mobile imaging and oncology solutions, including the innovative Akumin AXIS Expandable Patient Solutions™. Partnering with over 1,000 hospitals and physician groups, including 23 of the top 30 health systems, Akumin combines clinical expertise, operational excellence, and advanced technology to broaden access, enhance care standards, and meet community needs. Through innovation and collaboration, Akumin is pioneering the future of patient-centered care. For more information, visit www.akumin.com.
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