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Frequently Asked Questions About PACS

Q: What is PACS?

A: PACS stands for Picture Archiving Communication System. John C. Lincoln's PACS allows clinical offices and hospitals access to their patient's diagnostic reports and imaging over the Internet.

Q: Is my computer fast enough to run PACS?

A: Having the latest in computer technology is unnecessary when accessing reports. However, to view images, it is recommended that your computer at least meet these minimum hardware and software requirements (PDF).

Q: Am I eligible to receive access to PACS?

A: Physicians and clinical staff members who have patients at John C. Lincoln for diagnostic imaging qualify to get access.

Q: How do I get access to PACS?

A: If you meet the eligibility requirements, you can request access. If approved, access to John C. Lincoln's PACS is generally sent out with a notification from the PACS Administration Group.

Q: My login doesn't work. How do I get in?

A: A Synapse account can only be locked for one of two reasons: 1.) Either the user has incorrectly entered his or her password more than three times in a row, or 2.) the account is over the 90-day limit. Call the John C. Lincoln Helpdesk at 602-870-6060 ext. 1442 to have an account representative unlock your account.

Physician News

4.18.2013 Affiliation planned: Scottsdale Healthcare and John C. Lincoln Health Network have announced an intent to form a system-wide affiliation.
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4.1.2013 April is National Donate Life Month: John C. Lincoln's Hospitals are competing in Donor Network of Arizona's Hospital Donor Registry Challenge. Sign up at DonateLifeAZ.org and choose John C. Lincoln in the "How Did You Hear About Us?" dropdown menu.

3.11.2013 Jessica Rivas, RN, MSN, has joined Deer Valley Hospital as the new VP and CNO. "Jessica brings a successful track record of leading nursing operations and is experienced in the implementation of the Magnet Journey for Nursing," said John Harrington, SVP and CEO, Deer Valley Hospital.

3.11.2013 North Mountain Hospital's new café and outside dining patio are now complete. Included are a private area for staff dining, a LifeClinic Station, comfortable chairs and an outside seating area. This marks the completion of the hospital's transformative renovation project.

3.7.2013 JCL Connect physician training to be revamped: A new format should reduce class time and allow for better individualized education. "This is an important first step. We'll actively seek feedback to further improve the programs," says Susan Kjell, principal trainer.

2.25.2013 New Low-Dose X-ray at Mendy's Place Reduces Radiation for Kids: The Shimadzu Radspeed X-ray system has digital direct capture technology that uses up to a third less radiation and wirelessly beams the X-ray image in seconds for review on the technician's computer monitor.

2.6.2013 Deer Valley Hospital a Level III trauma center: The Arizona Department of Health Services Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Trauma Systems has granted Deer Valley provisional Level III trauma status.