Seamless Healthcare Integration with Kestral’s Interop API
How Does Kestral’s API and K-Link Gateway Enable Smarter Integration for Radiology Practices? Target audience: Practice Owners / CIOs and Practice Managers / Operations Managers Author: [CONFIRM AUTHOR] Internal links: See https://kestral.com.au/the-power-of-interoperability-in-healthcare/ and https://kestral.com.au/karisma/ The Karisma API and K-Link integration gateway are Kestral’s tools for connecting Karisma with the third-party systems that radiology practices depend […]
The Future of Diagnostic Healthcare: Insights from the Sparked Leadership event
At Kestral, we are committed to advancing diagnostic healthcare through seamless interoperability solutions. As the industry moves towards a more connected, patient-centric healthcare system, FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources) is setting the foundation for secure, efficient, and standardised data exchange. Recent industry discussions at the Sparked Leadership Evening reinforced this vision, bringing together health technology leaders, government […]
Understanding AI and its Impact on Medical Imaging
How Is Artificial Intelligence Changing Medical Imaging and What Does It Mean for Radiology Practices? Target audience: Practice Owners / CIOs and Practice Managers / Operations Managers Author: [CONFIRM AUTHOR] Internal links: See https://kestral.com.au/frequently-asked-questions-ai-use-cases-in-radiology-practice/ and https://kestral.com.au/the-power-of-interoperability-in-healthcare/ Artificial intelligence in medical imaging refers to the application of machine learning and deep learning technologies to image analysis, […]
What is FHIR? Transforming Healthcare Interoperability in Australia
What Is FHIR and Why Does It Matter for Healthcare in Australia? Target audience: Practice Owners / CIOs and Practice Managers / Operations Managers Author: [CONFIRM AUTHOR] Internal links: See https://kestral.com.au/the-power-of-interoperability-in-healthcare/, https://kestral.com.au/which-karisma-api-best-suits-your-business/ and https://kestral.com.au/k-link/ FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources) is the emerging global standard for electronic health data exchange, and its adoption across the Australian […]
Navigating the Future: Key Trends in Healthcare for 2025
The healthcare industry stands at a pivotal moment, shaped by workforce challenges, technological advancements, regulatory shifts, and evolving patient expectations. Let’s explore the key trends that are reshaping the future of healthcare and what they mean for patients, providers, and the broader community. Workforce Challenges: Caring for the Caregivers Demographic shifts, particularly the growing and ageing population, […]
My Health Record: Changes for 2025
The Australian Government will be making it a requirement for all public and private pathology and diagnostic imaging providers to share their reports by default to My Health Record (MyHR) in 2025. It is expected that pathology and diagnostic imaging providers will be sharing reports by default by June 30 2025 with legislative requirements expected in […]
Kestral’s Karisma RIS: A Partnership for Success Through Training and Support
What Should Practice Managers Expect From RIS Training and Support Throughout the Karisma Lifecycle? Target audience: Practice Managers / Operations Managers Author: Jan Sebire, Support Manager, Kestral Computing Selecting a RIS is one decision. Getting the most out of it over the long term is a different challenge entirely, and it depends heavily on the […]
Customisation Options in RIS: Tailoring Solutions to Your Practice’s Needs
Why Does a Configurable RIS Matter for How Your Radiology Practice Actually Runs? Target audience: Practice Owners and Practice Managers / Operations Managers Author: [CONFIRM AUTHOR] Internal links: See https://kestral.com.au/online-bookings/ and [INSERT URL: Article 17 – Approvals Module] Karisma is a configurable radiology information system built to reflect how individual practices actually operate, rather than […]
Unleash the Power of Karisma Report Distribution and Transform Your Practice
How Does Karisma Report Distribution Strengthen Referrer Relationships in Radiology? Target audience: Practice Managers / Operations Managers Author: [CONFIRM AUTHOR] Internal links: See https://kestral.com.au/frequently-asked-questions-ereferrals-and-online-bookings-for-radiology-practices/ and https://kestral.com.au/karisma/ The radiology report is the primary clinical deliverable of every examination. It carries the findings that shape treatment decisions, informs the referring clinician and reflects directly on the practice […]
Kestral’s Journey: Pioneering Diagnostic Healthcare Informatics
Why Does Experience in Diagnostic Healthcare Informatics Matter When Choosing a RIS? Target audience: Practice Owners and Practice Managers / Operations Managers Author: [CONFIRM AUTHOR] Internal links: See https://kestral.com.au/the-power-of-interoperability-in-healthcare/ and https://kestral.com.au/frequently-asked-questions-why-upgrade-to-karisma/ Kestral has been building diagnostic healthcare software since 1989, launching Australia’s first Radiology Information System for public hospitals in 1992 and developing Karisma, its […]