Foqal MRI is an integral part of our efficiency management tools, including Foqal CT repeat and Foqal Contrast.
The Foqal MRI module of the FOQAL platform collects images and metadata of the performed MR exams. It analyzes this data and creates a vendor-neutral data model, allowing in-depth analyses of MRI device utilization. In addition to identifying gaps in MRI device usage, the software analyzes trends through automated KPI monitoring, advanced statistics, distribution graphs, and benchmarks. Insights on the usage of similar protocols are generated automatically, and cases where extra training may be beneficial are highlighted. Integration is flawless with any PACS or directly with MRI scanners using industry standards. All analyses are performed in the background requiring minimal to no supervision.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) services have seen a steady increase in usage from the inpatient, outpatient and Emergency Department populations. With increased demand for MRI services, operational details like staff and patient scheduling, service turn-around-times, and throughput have become more challenging. Managing and analyzing MRI data is a complex and time-consuming task that becomes even more difficult when with different manufacturers and generations of scanners. The Foqal MRI solution solves this problem and provides actionable numbers to support decisions to improve efficiency and quality. In addition to built-in Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), the user can define their own customized regions of interest. The configurable interface allows to focus on the relevant KPIs for your facility without being overwhelmed by numerous charts and numbers.
Performance metrics are calculated and monitored continuously based on live device data.
Various trend charts are automatically compiled for users to quickly spot outliers, changes in normal behavior, and any potential patient safety concerns.
Foqal MRI by Qaelum is a vendor-neutral module within the FOQAL platform that collects, analyzes, and standardizes MRI study data across different scanner types. It transforms raw imaging data and metadata into actionable insights, helping healthcare providers optimize scanner usage, improve scheduling, and ensure consistent quality across protocols, all while operating in the background with minimal supervision.
By continuously monitoring KPIs such as the Active Imaging Ratio, Foqal MRI reveals inefficiencies in scanner use, including long preparation times and inter-sequence delays. It provides visual dashboards and benchmarks that allow administrators to streamline operations, increase the number of daily exams, and reduce costly idle time—without needing to add more machines or staff.
Foqal MRI by Qaelum supports all major scanner brands, enabling unified analysis across multi-vendor environments. This vendor-neutral approach allows hospitals and imaging centers to compare performance and protocols across different devices and locations, eliminate data silos, and implement standardization and optimization initiatives with confidence and accuracy.
The system tracks real-time and historical KPIs including study duration, preparation time, inter-sequence intervals, scanner occupancy rates, energy dose (SED), and SAR values. Custom KPIs can also be defined. These metrics empower clinical and operational teams to identify inefficiencies, improve protocol consistency, and ensure optimal scanner utilization per site, device, or technologist.
Foqal MRI identifies underutilized scanners, repeated sequences, and inefficient practices that lead to excessive scan times. By providing detailed data on coil usage and protocol performance, it supports smarter capital investments, such as selecting high-ROI coils or reassigning scanner workloads. The result is measurable cost reduction, better resource allocation, and higher operational profitability.
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