SPRINGFIELD, IL – March 2nd, 2026 – ASCEND Cardiovascular, the leader in cardiovascular IT solutions, today announced the launch of its re-imagined pediatric cardiology offering, a comprehensive solution specifically designed to meet the unique, lifelong demands of congenital heart disease (CHD) care - from fetal through adulthood. By combining modernized Mullins diagrams with an integration-first architecture, ASCEND is ending the era of “good [...]
For decades, pediatric cardiology programs have had only one widely available option for documenting catheterization procedures. Not because it was ideal. Not because it evolved with the field. But because it was the only option. Most institutions know the limitations well. Workflows feel dated. Data is siloed. Reporting is rigid and uninspiring. Yet within these legacy systems are tens of thousands of cases representing decades [...]
Wayne, NJ, and Springfield, IL, November 30, 2025 – ASCEND Cardiovascular, a leading provider of purpose-built enterprise imaging for cardiology, and Konica Minolta Healthcare Americas, Inc., a world-class provider of medical diagnostic imaging and healthcare IT solutions, today announced a strategic partnership to deliver a unified and complete enterprise imaging solution for hospital cardiology departments [...]
The Radiologist Shortage is Real Critical medical images often sit for hours or days before a radiologist can review them. For many hospitals, this is reality. Key facts: The U.S. is projected to face a shortage of 17,000 to 42,000 radiologists by 2033. Globally, there are ~345,475 radiologists, but distribution is uneven. Low-income countries may [...]
Unique Challenges in Pediatric Cardiology In cardiology, advanced visualization tools are evolving rapidly… in the adult space. AI tools are continuing to be built and improved for adult hearts, adult focused workflows, and adult disease patterns. Pediatric cardiology, and the management of Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), is a different world entirely. Children with CHD often [...]
In healthcare IT, trends often move in cycles. One concept that has come in and out of favor over the past 5 years is the “best of breed” approach. For some, the term conjures up memories of disconnected systems, costly integrations, and IT headaches. But in cardiology, where clinical depth and precision matter most, best [...]
Enterprise Imaging has become a cornerstone for many healthcare organizations seeking to streamline the collection, storage, and management of comprehensive medical imaging records.
Specialized Analytics as a Critical Enabler of the Cardiovascular Enterprise Cardiology has become one of the most data-intensive and clinically demanding specialties in healthcare today. With broad procedural diversity, high-acuity patient populations, and a need for real-time data access, cardiovascular care presents analytical demands that far exceed the capabilities of generalized enterprise systems—which often fail [...]
In the world of modern healthcare, Enterprise Imaging has become more than just a buzzword — it’s a strategic imperative. Across hospitals and health systems, leaders are investing in solutions that bring medical imaging from different specialties under a single, unified patient record. The promise? Reduced technical complexity, standardized tools and workflows, improved collaboration across [...]
Toronto, Ontario – December 18, 2024 – Ventripoint Diagnostics Ltd. (“Ventripoint” or the “Company”), (TSXV:VPT; OTCQB:VPTDF) is pleased to announce Ventripoint and ASCEND Cardiovascular, a leading provider of cardiovascular IT solutions, have signed a term sheet defining the general terms and conditions for a non-exclusive license to Ventripoint’s VMS+ proprietary technology. The two parties expect [...]
