CHICAGO, Ill. -- By Lee Han-soo/Korea Biomedical correspondent – Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as the centerpiece of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) 2023 conference, cementing its position in the new era of medical imaging.

The world's largest radiological conference, RSNA 2023, commenced on Sunday at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, Ill. the U.S.

According to the organizers, the exhibition will be participated by more than 650 in-person technical exhibits, including over 100 first-time exhibitors, occupying 365,500 square feet.

At this year's event, radiologists and industry experts from around the globe have converged to delve into the transformative impact AI technologies are having on the field.

With a record number of research presentations and exhibits dedicated to AI, including 38 sessions focused on AI, the conference underscores a significant shift towards intelligent diagnostic procedures, efficiency in workflow, and personalized patient care.

This focus signals a collective acknowledgment of AI's crucial role in shaping the future of medical imaging and patient care.

Korea Biomedical Review captured some of the scenes and booths of multinational pharmaceutical and Korean companies exhibiting at the RSNA 2023 meeting. RSNA 2023 is open from Sunday to Thursday this week.

Exhibitors and visitors are waiting to take a picture in front of the RSNA 2023 sign at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, Ill., on Sunday. While the conference provided both in-person and virtual participation, it was packed with participants attending the event in person.
Exhibitors and visitors are waiting to take a picture in front of the RSNA 2023 sign at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, Ill., on Sunday. While the conference provided both in-person and virtual participation, it was packed with participants attending the event in person.

 

The AI Showcase zone continued to attract tremendous attention from RSNA participants, especially with the conference putting more emphasis on AI in recent years.
The AI Showcase zone continued to attract tremendous attention from RSNA participants, especially with the conference putting more emphasis on AI in recent years.

The technology exhibit at RSNA 2023 was dominated by the AI Showcase area, featuring over 90 companies. This section provided exciting opportunities for attendees to witness the latest AI software and product demonstrations, highlighting the strong presence of Korean firms with advanced AI-integrated video technologies.

Lunit presented seven AI-powered studies during RSNA 2023, including an oral presentation on Lunit's AI model. This model redefines the efficiency of chest radiograph reporting by combining new and existing AI algorithms to filter normal chest radiographs, acting as a safety net to reduce radiologists' workload.
Lunit presented seven AI-powered studies during RSNA 2023, including an oral presentation on Lunit's AI model. This model redefines the efficiency of chest radiograph reporting by combining new and existing AI algorithms to filter normal chest radiographs, acting as a safety net to reduce radiologists' workload.

 

Although the company has a variety of AI software in AI medical imaging, this year, VUNO put a lot of emphasis on the recently FDA-approved VUNO Med DeepBrain at RSNA 2023, a deep learning-based AI medical device that provides quick and detailed analysis of brain MRI images, segmenting the brain into more than 100 regions and quantifying the extent of atrophy. The company is aggressively seeking new customers and partnerships based on FDA approval.
Although the company has a variety of AI software in AI medical imaging, this year, VUNO put a lot of emphasis on the recently FDA-approved VUNO Med DeepBrain at RSNA 2023, a deep learning-based AI medical device that provides quick and detailed analysis of brain MRI images, segmenting the brain into more than 100 regions and quantifying the extent of atrophy. The company is aggressively seeking new customers and partnerships based on FDA approval.

 

Other Korean companies, such as Neurophet, ClariPi, Coreline Soft, and Monitor Corporation, were also located throughout the AI showcase zone and attracted attention from visitors.

From top left, Coreline Soft, Medical IP, Monitor Corporation, Neurophet, ClariPi
From top left, Coreline Soft, Medical IP, Monitor Corporation, Neurophet, ClariPi

 

Korean medical device manufacturers also unveiled new products, showcasing their commitment to innovation and the development of sophisticated tools aimed at enhancing diagnostic accuracy and improving patient outcomes. 

NeuroLogica Corp., a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, showcased its latest offerings in mobile computed tomography (CT) and features the OmniTom Elite Photon Counting mobile CT scanner.
NeuroLogica Corp., a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, showcased its latest offerings in mobile computed tomography (CT) and features the OmniTom Elite Photon Counting mobile CT scanner.
DK Medical Systems showed off various medical devices during RSNA 2023. Notably, the company put an emphasis on Innovision-EXII, a digital radiography system that covers the spectrum of clinical requirements and reduces redundant work steps.
DK Medical Systems showed off various medical devices during RSNA 2023. Notably, the company put an emphasis on Innovision-EXII, a digital radiography system that covers the spectrum of clinical requirements and reduces redundant work steps.

The Korean Pavilion, sponsored by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and Korea Medical Devices Industry Association (KMDIA), also showcased various up-and-coming Korean medical device companies and AI medical imaging companies.

Companies such as Phantomics, SG Healthcare, and Chosun Instrument participated in the Korean Pavilion.
Companies such as Phantomics, SG Healthcare, and Chosun Instrument participated in the Korean Pavilion.

While Korean companies showed a large presence in the AI Showcase zone, multinational medical device companies also focused on AI this year, with many of them integrating AI software into their devices.

Philips unveiled Philips AI Manager, an end-to-end AI enablement solution that allows radiologists to leverage more than 100 AI applications for a more comprehensive assessment and deeper clinical insights in the radiology workflow. The company also showcased its latest medical devices, such as the BlueSeal MR Mobile, the world's first and only mobile MRI system with helium-free operations.
Philips unveiled Philips AI Manager, an end-to-end AI enablement solution that allows radiologists to leverage more than 100 AI applications for a more comprehensive assessment and deeper clinical insights in the radiology workflow. The company also showcased its latest medical devices, such as the BlueSeal MR Mobile, the world's first and only mobile MRI system with helium-free operations.
Philips' booth before the convention opened on Sunday. 
Philips' booth before the convention opened on Sunday. 
GE Healthcare also put an emphasis on AI, with the company unveiling new software such as MyBreastAI Suite, an all-in-one platform that integrates a comprehensive collection of AI tools that can seamlessly deploy AI to the breast imaging workflow.
GE Healthcare also put an emphasis on AI, with the company unveiling new software such as MyBreastAI Suite, an all-in-one platform that integrates a comprehensive collection of AI tools that can seamlessly deploy AI to the breast imaging workflow.

 

Canon Medical Systems showcased Precise IQ Engine (PIQE), their new Deep Learning Reconstruction technology for MRI, which increases matrix size, removes noise, and delivers sharp anatomical images.
Canon Medical Systems showcased Precise IQ Engine (PIQE), their new Deep Learning Reconstruction technology for MRI, which increases matrix size, removes noise, and delivers sharp anatomical images.

 

Bayer will host more than 30 comprehensive programs focused on innovation in AI – hosted jointly by teams from Calantic Digital Solutions and Blackford Analysis. Calantic Digital Solutions delivers access to applications for medical imaging, including those enabled by AI.
Bayer will host more than 30 comprehensive programs focused on innovation in AI – hosted jointly by teams from Calantic Digital Solutions and Blackford Analysis. Calantic Digital Solutions delivers access to applications for medical imaging, including those enabled by AI.
Siemens Healthineers is presenting ideas and prototypes for the use of generative AI that combines both image and text applications at RSNA 2023. Siemens Healthineers is also working on generative AI for use in customer service and support as well as for training medical staff.
Siemens Healthineers is presenting ideas and prototypes for the use of generative AI that combines both image and text applications at RSNA 2023. Siemens Healthineers is also working on generative AI for use in customer service and support as well as for training medical staff.
Hologic will show off its newest addition to its breast and skeletal health solutions Genius AI Detection 2.0 solution, a deep-learning technology designed to improve breast cancer detection while reducing the number of false-positive markings per case.
Hologic will show off its newest addition to its breast and skeletal health solutions Genius AI Detection 2.0 solution, a deep-learning technology designed to improve breast cancer detection while reducing the number of false-positive markings per case.

 

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