The J4Care SMooTH VNA is a DICOM archive solution for all types of medical-diagnostical images and other types of documents like PDF, waveforms and videos. The central function of a medical archive is to combine different healthcare appliances and connects data of miscellaneous department systems to a central spot and to act as a crosspoint for tele radiologies.
Seamless image distribution to various IT solutions inside of the complete healthcare enterprise is a core function of J4Care SMooTH ​Archive
Key Features
Broad Data Support
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SMooTH VNA supports an extensive array of data types from multiple departments, enabling seamless archival and retrieval:
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DICOM Images: Configurable SOP classes ensure future-proofing for CT, MR, Mammography, Cardio-Echo, XA, and more.
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JPEGs
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Videos: Including AVI and MPEG4 formats.
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Audio Files: WAV format.
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PDFs
Multi-ology, Multi-site Solution
Designed to work across entire organizations and beyond, the SMooTH VNA transforms departmental information silos into a centralized platform for information sharing. It has successfully integrated data from various specialties including:
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Cardiology
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Ophthalmology
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Radiology
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Dermatology
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Endoscopy
Advanced Technology Stack
Built with the latest technologies, SMooTH VNA offers high performance and reliability:
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Technologies: Java, HTML-5, Javascript, Docker, Keycloak, Wildfly, ElasticSearch, Nagios.
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Database Compatibility: Supports Postgres, Oracle, MSSQL, and more.
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Operating System: Robust Linux foundation.
Adherence to Standards
SMooTH VNA adheres to all relevant medical data standards ensuring interoperability and compliance:
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Standards: DICOM, HL7, IHE, XDS including RAD-69, QIDO, IOCM, STOW.
Best-of-Breed Open Source Integration
Combining open-source software with enterprise-level solutions, SMooTH VNA delivers a state-of-the-art, future-proof system.
Value and Benefits
Unlocking Data Potential
We recognize the immense value of the information our customers store. SMooTH VNA’s data cleansing features ensure you get the most value from your data, setting the stage for advanced analytics and insights.
True Vendor Neutrality
SMooTH VNA ensures seamless integration regardless of vendor or version. Proven at IHE Connectathons in Europe and the US, it successfully interfaces with major healthcare IT vendors:
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AGFA
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Siemens
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GE
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Philips
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Carestream
Storage Neutrality
Your data is owned by you. SMooTH VNA provides full flexibility with an abstraction layer that connects to various content and storage repositories:
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Products Supported: NFS, S3, EMC Documentum, Alfresco, Hitachi HCP.
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Data Storage: Uses DICOM Part 10 standard file format for unaltered data storage.
Accessible Database Schema
J4Care provides access to the database schema and stores all metadata into the repository, ensuring transparency and ease of access.
Conclusion
SMooTH VNA by J4Care is a comprehensive, high-performance solution that meets the evolving needs of modern healthcare organizations. Its broad compatibility, adherence to standards, and commitment to open systems ensure it is a future-proof choice for managing your medical data. Transform your data management and archiving with SMooTH VNA, and unlock the full potential of your information today.