Medical Imaging, PACS system, Clients, Cyber Attack
When PET/CT Imaging of Berkeley faced a serious malware attack, their ability to care for patients was in doubt. For small, independent imaging centers, losing access to medical scans could mean missed appointments, delayed diagnoses, and disrupted trust. This was no hypothetical situation, this was real. We’re proud that in their moment of need, MIMIC stood ready to protect their imaging data and their patients.
Imagine waking up one morning to discover that your PACS server has been infected. Scans are inaccessible. Patient care could grind to a halt. This is exactly what happened at PET/CT Imaging of Berkeley. Fortunately, since they had been using MIMIC’s cloud-based PACS system, their imaging data was already safely backed up off-site. With just a few clicks, they were able to retrieve everything and continue serving patients without missing a beat.
Dr. Eric Dovichi, Medical Director, put it best. “As a radiologist at a small independent center, it’s been invaluable to keep a backup database of our scans in MIMIC. After a recent malware intrusion, we were able to retrieve everything and continue providing optimal patient care without skipping a beat.” His words are a reminder that proactive data protection is not just a smart investment, it is a critical part of modern care.
Cyber threats are no longer rare or far-fetched. They are now part of daily risk management in healthcare. While local servers can be vulnerable to attacks, MIMIC’s cloud-based architecture is designed to resist and recover. Here’s what makes it work:
Every scan is encrypted at the moment of capture. MIMIC’s small but powerful MDRIVE device securely transmits the data into our HIPAA-compliant cloud environment. Even if your local system goes down, your scans are safe and ready to retrieve.
We handle regular backups and maintain version histories. That means your data is protected without needing your team to manage extra systems or hardware.
Recovering from an incident like malware doesn’t have to be chaotic. For PET/CT Berkeley, the ability to quickly access their scans meant they could keep their schedule, keep their patients, and keep moving forward.
Building your own secure local system can be costly and complicated. MIMIC eliminates that burden and gives you reliable access and protection without the overhead. In short, we take care of the infrastructure so you can focus on care.
While many organizations would have scrambled to recover, PET/CT Imaging of Berkeley kept going as if nothing had happened. Appointments remained on the books, reports were delivered on time, and referring physicians stayed in the loop.
That kind of continuity is often taken for granted, but in moments like these, it becomes everything. Access to imaging data is more than a convenience. It ensures trust, supports accurate diagnosis, and keeps patient relationships strong. Because PET/CT Berkeley could rely on MIMIC, their patients never felt the ripple effects of the crisis.
This wasn’t just a recovery story. It was a glimpse into how future-ready systems are supposed to work. MIMIC’s infrastructure isn’t a quick fix, it’s a foundation for resilience. Our clients benefit from:
We detect potential issues before they disrupt operations.
You decide who sees what. Your data stays protected at every level.
Stay compliant with ease and keep a full picture of how your data is used.
These protections are not optional add-ons. They are included with every MIMIC setup. For independent practices like PET/CT Berkeley, that means no surprise costs, no complicated tech setups, and no compromise on care.
PET/CT Imaging of Berkeley is one of many small practices leading the shift to secure cloud PACS solutions. Across the country, imaging centers are recognizing that cloud-based infrastructure offers unmatched value.
These are not just benefits for IT departments. They are real tools that help physicians deliver care confidently. For PET/CT Berkeley, MIMIC helped turn a near-disaster into a non-event. That’s a powerful reminder of what modern imaging should look like.
The core of this story isn’t just about systems or technology. It’s about care.
Because of MIMIC, patients received their scans and reports on time, physicians never lost access to the files they needed, and staff didn’t have to stress about recovery or data loss.
Instead, everyone kept doing what they do best; delivering outstanding care.
That’s what MIMIC is all about. Not just storing data, but empowering healthcare providers to do their work better, faster, and more securely.
Want to protect your practice against data loss and downtime?
Reach out to MIMIC today and discover how our cloud-based PACS platform can help you stay secure, scalable, and ready for anything.
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