BridgeHead Software, a leading provider of healthcare data management solutions, has officially joined the Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine (SIIM), an international organisation dedicated to advancing medical imaging through research, innovation, and collaboration. This strategic membership underscores BridgeHead’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge imaging informatics solutions that enhance interoperability, streamline workflows, and improve patient care.
By becoming a SIIM member, BridgeHead Software will collaborate with a global network of Imaging Informaticists, researchers, software developers, vendors, and healthcare professionals to address key challenges in modern medical imaging. Through active participation in discussions, research initiatives, and knowledge-sharing forums, BridgeHead aims to contribute to the evolution of next-generation imaging informatics solutions that improve efficiency, reduce operational risks, and enhance patient outcomes.
Enhancing Imaging Informatics with HealthStore®
For over three decades, BridgeHead Software has been at the forefront of healthcare data management, offering innovative solutions that support clinical and operational needs. At the core of its technology is HealthStore®, an advanced Clinical Data Repository (CDR) designed to integrate seamlessly with essential healthcare systems, including:
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS)
- Radiology Information Systems (RIS)
- Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
By eliminating data silos, HealthStore® enables hospitals and healthcare organisations to consolidate medical images, clinical reports, scanned documents, and laboratory results into a single, structured repository. Built on FHIR and other industry standards, it ensures that critical patient data is instantly accessible, empowering clinicians with the insights needed to support faster diagnoses, improved treatment decisions, and better patient outcomes.
Driving Innovation in Medical Imaging
Cheryl Kreider Carey, MBA, CAE, Chief Executive Officer at SIIM, welcomed BridgeHead Software’s membership, stating: “We are delighted to welcome BridgeHead Software to the SIIM community and look forward to their contributions in advancing medical imaging. Their deep expertise in healthcare data management and imaging informatics aligns perfectly with our mission to drive innovation in medical imaging. We look forward to their valuable insights and contributions as we work together to advance imaging technology.”
Jim Beagle, President and CEO of BridgeHead Software, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration: “Joining SIIM offers BridgeHead an incredible platform to engage with top innovators in medical imaging informatics. SIIM’s dedication to research, education, and advancing imaging technology resonates with our mission to provide healthcare providers with solutions that enhance clinical efficiency, improve data accessibility, and support better patient care. We are eager to collaborate and contribute to this dynamic community.”
Commitment to Healthcare’s Digital Transformation
As medical imaging continues to evolve, healthcare providers require advanced data management solutions that ensure the seamless integration, accessibility, and security of critical patient information. BridgeHead Software’s SIIM membership reinforces its long-term commitment to driving digital transformation in healthcare by offering scalable, interoperable solutions that optimise workflows and enhance efficiency.
With healthcare institutions facing an ever-growing volume of imaging data, BridgeHead Software remains focused on developing future-ready solutions that empower medical professionals, support innovation, and ultimately improve patient outcomes worldwide.
Through its participation in SIIM, BridgeHead Software will continue shaping the future of medical imaging informatics, ensuring that healthcare professionals have the tools, expertise, and technology needed to deliver high-quality patient care in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
