SIIM 2008 Day 2

SIIM 2008 Day 2 brought more learning and more fun.

The first session I attended this morning was regarding the calibration of monitors to the DICOM standard. There was a lot discussed at this session so my note taking was lacking but I did get some pretty interesting tidbits.

There was a a lengthy discussion regarding information security and the prevention of healthcare data loss, a subject that should frighten all of us.

The final session that I attended today covered technical aspects of PACS such as DICOM troubleshooting, imaging device testing prior to hooking into your system and asset management.

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Besides some learning, today also offered some diversions as well. I was able to sneak away this afternoon and visit the famous Pike St Fish Market and the market center in downtown Seattle. I had some great oysters and was able to see some of the first catch of this seasons Coper River Salmon get tossed around.

I also took the opportunity to check out Safeco Field when I went to the Seattle Mariners game against the San Diego Padres. The Mariners didn't fair to well, but his is fine considering I am a Mets fan anyway.

Day two was a success in both the learning and entertainment categories.

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