GE HealthCare (Nasdaq: GEHC) and MedQuest Associates (MedQuest) have announced a strategic three-year collaboration aimed at elevating patient care standards through the integration of innovative medical device technology and digital tools into outpatient imaging centers. This partnership leverages GE HealthCare's expertise in medical technology and digital solutions alongside MedQuest's infrastructure and resources, with a focus on optimizing multi-site outpatient imaging networks for enhanced efficiency and patient outcomes.

"As the demand for imaging services grows, advancements in technology enable a broader range of services to be provided in ambulatory settings, which can help alleviate the burden on acute care hospitals," noted Jason Howard, CEO of MedQuest. "Our partnership with GE HealthCare positions us at the forefront of innovative care delivery and product line development, enhancing the level of care for our patients and health system partners."

The collaboration will see MedQuest integrating AI-enabled digital capabilities from GE HealthCare, including AIR Recon DL, AIR Touch Technology, Imaging Protocol Manager, Smart Subscription, and Digital tools with Imaging 360. These state-of-the-art technologies aim to empower clinicians to deliver personalized, precise patient care while improving radiology workflows and alleviating workloads for care teams.

"GE HealthCare is excited to provide advanced technologies and digital tools to enable clinicians to make faster, more informed decisions through intelligent data and smart devices to help improve patient outcomes," stated Jason Schneck, President, U.S. & Canada Imaging, GE HealthCare. "We are relentlessly focused on improving the healthcare experience for patients everywhere."

This collaboration underscores the commitment of both organizations to expanding access to high-quality imaging services and enhancing the overall patient experience across communities. Through the deployment of cutting-edge technologies and innovative care models, GE HealthCare and MedQuest are poised to drive positive transformations in outpatient imaging centers, benefiting patients and healthcare systems alike.