My Health Record: upload by default mandate from July 2026
The Australian Government has confirmed that from July 2026, healthcare providers will be required to upload pathology and diagnostic imaging reports to My Health Record by default. The change is part of the Modernising My Health Record reforms and is enshrined in the Health Legislation Amendment (Modernising My Health Record, Sharing by Default) Act 2025. Read more […]
Why Australia and New Zealand’s Radiology Providers Trust Kestral for Support, Reliability and Service
Kestral Offers Some of the Strongest Local Support in Australian/New Zealand Radiology Software When a radiology information system goes down, every minute matters. Radiologists and specialists cannot report, patients cannot be scheduled, and clinical workflows grind to a halt. For Australian and New Zealand imaging providers, the quality of vendor support is not a secondary consideration. It is a […]
What is a Radiology Information System (RIS)?
Published by Kestral Computing | Expert-reviewed | Australian radiology specialists A Radiology Information System (RIS) is the digital backbone of any modern imaging practice. It manages everything from patient scheduling and imaging orders through to report distribution and billing, all in one connected platform. For Australian radiology providers operating in both public and private settings, a purpose-built RIS […]
Digital Health Festival 2026
Kestral is proud to be exhibiting at Digital Health Festival 2026, joining the conversation at the forefront of diagnostic technology innovation. The Digital Health Festival 2026 marks a significant moment for Kestral as we unveil the next chapter of our roadmap — spanning radiology and pathology and built around the people at the heart of […]
How Kestral is Leading FHIR eRequesting for Australian Radiology
At Kestral, interoperability has always been central to how we build products that genuinely improve clinical care. As one of Australia’s leading radiology and pathology software providers, we believe that connected systems lead to safer, faster, and more informed patient outcomes. Our involvement in Sparked, the Australian Government-funded initiative accelerating the development of national FHIR […]
Early Detection, Seamless Integration: Kestral and the National Lung Cancer Screening Program
What is the National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP)? The National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP) is a landmark initiative designed to save lives by detecting lung cancer before symptoms appear. Using low-dose Computed Tomography (CT), eligible Australians receive a bulk billed screening CT every two years. By standardising reporting and ensuring radiology providers follow […]
What Is the Karisma Transport Module and How Does It Improve Patient Flow in Hospital Radiology?
Patient transport is one of the most consistently underestimated sources of disruption in hospital radiology departments. When patients are not in the right place at the right time, imaging schedules slip, reporting is delayed and the downstream effects ripple through departments that depend on timely diagnostic results. The Karisma Transport Module brings patient movement into […]
Introducing Kestral’s Provider Directory: Automating Provider Data Management in Karisma
At Kestral, we believe technology should remove barriers, not create them. Accurate provider information is the backbone of efficient healthcare workflows, yet maintaining it has traditionally been a frustrating, manual process. That’s why we developed Kestral’s Provider Directory: a smarter, automated solution that ensures your Karisma system always reflects the official source of truth. With Provider Directory, you gain confidence in your […]
Unlock the Power of My Heath Record Integration with Karisma – Webinar
Join us for an exclusive session to discover how seamless integration with My Health Record can transform your practice. Learn how Karisma goes beyond basic compliance to deliver advanced features that improve workflow efficiency, enhance patient care, and future-proof your operations. What you’ll learn: Register here
My Health Record Integration: Why It Matters and How Kestral Makes It Simple
Access to accurate health information is the foundation of safe and efficient care. My Health Record brings this vision to life by providing a secure, national platform for patient health data. When integrated with Karisma, it transforms workflows, improves patient safety, and reduces administrative effort. Here’s what you need to know. What is My Health Record? My […]