Michael Lewallen

In the heart of Northeast Oklahoma, a comprehensive cancer centre has been quietly revolutionising patient care. Oklahoma Cancer Specialists and Research Institute (OCSRI), a physician-owned oncology network of board-certified medical, gynaecological and radiation oncologists, has emerged as a beacon of hope for cancer patients in the region. 

At the core of OCSRI’s technological transformation lies the implementation of GE HealthCare's Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), which has dramatically improved the efficiency and quality of care provided by the institute’s team of healthcare professionals.

Formed in 2016 as a partnership between St. John Health System and Tulsa Cancer Institute, the institute has grown into a formidable force in cancer treatment and research. Today, OCSRI is a community-based oncology practice with 400 staff members, including a combined 40 physicians and allied health professionals, and focuses on providing high-quality, value-based care for Oklahomans.

Michael Lewallen: From music education to IT innovation

Michael Lewallen's path to becoming an IT applications analyst at OCSRI is a testament to the diverse backgrounds that contribute to healthcare innovation. “I started as a music education major,” Michael reveals, “but changed careers after realising the potential income.” 

From there, his love for technology led him to pursue a career in IT, with his position at OCSRI marking his first significant role in the field. Michael's responsibility as one of two IT applications analysts at OCSRI primarily focuses on the Radiology department, a role he has held for the past three to four years.

As OCSRI continues to grow and evolve, its partnership with GE HealthCare positions it at the forefront of cancer treatment and research. The institute's commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology to improve patient care sets a high standard for comprehensive cancer centres across the country.

In the words of Dr Cross: “What any radiologist wants out of a PACS is for it to not get in their way during their workday. You want to not notice the PACS. You want it to be seamless and intuitive and not interrupt your workflow.” 

With GE HealthCare's True PACS system, OCSRI has achieved this goal, allowing its healthcare professionals to focus on what matters most – providing the best possible care to their patients in their fight against cancer.

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