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Jul 08, 2019

The Physicists Weigh In: HyperArc Improves Workflow While Meeting or Exceeding Quality Expectations

Since its introduction in 2017, Varian’s HyperArc™ high-definition radiotherapy has been deployed to deliver noncoplanar stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) at sites around the world. Physicists in the United States, Europe, and Asia report that HyperArc has improved workflow and throughput at their sites, while improving or maintaining the high quality of treatment plans, even when prepared by less experienced users. Read more >
Jun 27, 2019

Not Even a Flood Holds Back the ARIA Migration at Baton Rouge General

After 20 years with one oncology information system (OIS), migrating to a new one is a serious step, but it’s one that Baton Rouge General took in the summer of 2016 with an eye to the future for its three hospitals. The transition forged ahead, even in the face of catastrophic flooding. Read more >
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Jun 10, 2019

Varian Expands Cancer Care Solutions Portfolio with Interventional Oncology Acquisitions

Varian has acquired Endocare, based in Austin, Texas; and Alicon, based in Hangzhou, China. Endocare is a leading provider of technology for cryoablation and microwave ablation. In China, Alicon is a leader in embolic therapy agents for treating liver cancer. Read more >
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Jun 04, 2019

Machine Learning at Northwell Health: Using RapidPlan to Develop Quality Head & Neck Treatment Plan Models

Varian’s RapidPlan™ knowledge-based planning brings the power of machine learning to the challenge of treatment planning and has been helping clinicians at centers around the world since 2014 to achieve new levels of consistency, efficiency, and quality. Read more >
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May 10, 2019

ARIA Care Paths: Bringing Greater Efficiency to Patient Care at Loyola University Medical Center

In 2015, the Radiation Oncology Department of Loyola University Medical Center transitioned to the ARIA® oncology information system. Today, the department efficiently runs its daily clinical operations on ARIA. This article details how the department manages its processes using ARIA Care Paths. Read more >
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Mar 29, 2019

Varian Clinical School: Expert Clinicians on Advanced Treatment Modalities

On a regular basis, Varian convenes a Clinical School (course VC201) at the company’s Las Vegas education center—a unique opportunity for clinical teams to obtain concrete information for implementing advanced modalities. This three-day course is taught by expert radiation oncologists and physicists from leading cancer centers, who tag-team instruction so that topics are thoroughly covered from both perspectives. Read more >

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