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MILWAUKEE,
Wisconsin – October 6, 2003 – GE Medical Systems today
unveiled VoiceScan on its LOGIQ 9 ultrasound scanner, which is a
voice activated control feature that allows physicians and sonographers
to control system functions by voice command alone.
By
talking into a wireless headset, physicians and sonographers can
interact with the LOGIQ 9 scanner and have it perform more than
150 actions.
Cindy
Owen, RDMS, RVT at Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto, TN has found
Voice Scan to be a valuable addition to ultrasound scanning. “It
allows me to use both hands for scanning since I can operate the
system by voice. This is a great benefit when performing venous
augmentation, when scanning large or difficult patients, and for
portable exams in CCU or the neonatal nursery.”
A physician
or sonographer activates the voice recognition component of VoiceScan
on the LOGIQ 9 by talking into the headset. After a few simple commands,
the LOGIQ 9 is ready to perform based on commands given by the sonographer.
“VoiceScan
on the LOGIQ 9 will be great for exams that typically require three
hands, such as a venous study in the lower extremities,” said
Omar Ishrak, President and CEO of GE Medical Systems Global Ultrasound
business. “Now, a physician or sonographer can conduct the
exam alone, without the need for additional help because both hands
are free to work on the patient. VoiceScan is like having a third
hand.”
VoiceScan
is the latest development in ultrasound user comfort and operator
ergonomics. In 2001, GE introduced a floating keyboard on the LOGIQ
9 that moves up and down and left and right to allow a sonographer
the ability to personalize a workspace to maximize comfort during
an exam.
“Even
on routine studies in the department I find that voice scan allows
me to just relax my left arm in my lap. Since I am operating the
system with voice, I don't have to reach across the system to adjust
various controls. This reduces wear and tear on my body and also
reduces overall fatigue during a scan day. I love using it,”
added Owen.
The
LOGIQ 9 and GE’s entire family of ultrasound products were
designed by ultrasound users for ultrasound users. Each system offers
improvements in image quality, ergonomics, workflow and advanced
applications.
Voice
activated control for hands-free operation is the newest feature
designed to improve physician and sonographer comfort.
VoiceScan
on the LOGIQ 9 represent the latest example of GE's commitment to
developing and introducing cutting edge applications annually.
About
GE Medical Systems
GE
Medical Systems is a $9 billion global leader in medical imaging,
interventional procedures, healthcare services, and information
technology. Its offerings include networking and productivity tools,
clinical information systems, patient monitoring systems, surgery
and vascular imaging, conventional and digital X-ray, computed tomography,
electron beam tomography, magnetic resonance, ultrasound and bone
mineral densitometry, positron emission tomography, nuclear medicine,
and a comprehensive portfolio of clinical and business services.
For more than 100 years, health care providers worldwide have relied
on GE Medical Systems for high quality medical technology and productivity
solutions. For more information, visit the GE Medical Systems web
site at www.gemedical.com.
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