Optimized Reading Rooms

The essential elements for an optimized environment

How they all fit together

White Glove Service
From consultation to installation, every detail is seamlessly orchestrated with all parties to deliver a fully optimized ergonomic workspace

Custom-designed Ergonomic Workstations
The Evolve Ergonomic Workstation is the core of any optimized reading room and supports sustained focus, maximizes productivity, and enhances user comfort

Space Configuration Design
Design layouts featuring strategically optimized zones partitioned to support focused reading, collaborative discussions, in-depth research, and clinical consultation

Ambient and Task Lighting
Controlled ambient and task lighting to reduce eye strain, enhance image reading accuracy, and provide visual comfort while accommodating individual preferences

Ergonomically-designed Seating
Ergonomically designed seating to promote proper posture, reduce pain, and enhance comfort during long reading sessions

Sound Remediation
A range of sound-reducing solutions such as acoustic panels, sound-absorbing materials, and strategic partitioning to minimize disruptions

A more refined use of space

For greater efficiency and throughput

The Evolve optimized reading room is designed to advance hospital performance by supporting radiologist's efficiency, accuracy, and endurance. Through the strategic integration of ergonomically designed workstations and seating, acoustics, lighting, space layout, and workflow solutions, the Evolve optimized reading room minimizes fatigue, and reduces distractions; accelerating and enhancing study interpretation. The result is improved turnaround times, increased diagnostic capacity, and stronger clinical partnerships that maximizes both the utility and strategic value of the reading room environment.

Before Optimization

Inefficient Use of Space
Layout fails to support workflow, leading to clutter, poor traffic flow, and limited collaboration and deep reading area
16 Standard Desks and 16 Displays
Outfitted with only 16 standard desks, which lack ergonomic adjustment and diagnostic enhancing capabilities
Non-Soundproof Deep Reading Area
Critical diagnostic areas are not acoustically isolated, resulting in frequent distractions and reduced concentration during high-focus tasks
Inadequate Ambient and Task Lighting
Poor lighting causes glare, visual strain, and fatigue, especially during extended interpretation sessions
Ineffective Area for Collaboration and Consultations
No real designated areas for peer discussion, trainee mentoring, or referring physician consultations, forcing everything to occur around 4 standard desks
Limited Environmental Controls
Radiologists cannot make personalized adjustments to their environment to eliminate ergonomic stressors, nor can they adjust lighting, making it difficult to create a personalized, comfortable work setting.
No Support for Wellness or Movement
Absence of ergonomically designed workstations discourages movement and contributes to eye strain and physical and mental fatigue

After Optimization

Efficient Use of Space
Purposeful layout that better supports diagnostic workflows, reduces clutter, and allows for smooth and clear transition between focused work, collaboration, and consultation
27 Ergonomically Designed Workstations and 108 diagnositc displays
Each reading area is equipped with with ergonomically designed workstations with at least 4 diagnostic displays each, allowing for a personalized ergonomic settings for each radiologists
Acoustically Treated Deep Reading Zones
Sound-isolated areas for high-focus diagnostic tasks that minimize distractions and support sustained concentration
Integrated Ambient and Task Lighting
Adjustable, glare-free lighting that supports visual comfort and reduces eye strain during prolonged reading sessions
Dedicated Collaboration and Consultation Area
Strategically placed spaces that allow radiologists to engage with peers, trainees, or referring physicians without interrupting others’ workflow
Environmental Controls at the User Level
The ability to control the lighting and other controls to support good ergonomic posture empowering radiologists to tailor their workspace for optimal comfort and performance
Support for Movement and Well-being
Thoughtful integration ergonmically designed workstations and chairs that encourage movement to reduce fatigue, and enhance overall wellness during long reading sessions

A tranformative space

Designed to elevate diagnostic performance

Built to sustain peak performance

An optimized reading room goes beyond modernizing the traditional workspace, it redefines how radiologists work, collaborate, and excel. By addressing the full spectrum of radiology workflows, task variability, and individual ergonomic needs, our design approach delivers immersive, efficient environments purpose-built to support sustained clinical excellence. These thoughtfully designed spaces promote clinician well-being, enhance diagnostic precision, and contribute directly to overall organizational performance.

One size does not fit all

Reading rooms are never one-size-fits-all. Successfully balancing space constraints, ergonomic requirements, IT infrastructure, and institutional priorities demands deep expertise and strategic foresight. At Evolve, our design approach is grounded in a comprehensive understanding of these critical elements. Every reading room we create, regardless of scale or complexity, is built with enduring quality and refined precision to elevate clinical performance and support long-term clinician well-being.

Specialty- and task-oriented spaces that support collaboration and greater performance

Evolve designs reading rooms with purpose-built zones tailored to specific radiology workflows and subspecialty needs. Ergonomic workstations support focused diagnostic reading, while adjacent areas enable collaboration, teaching, and consultations. Dedicated specialty-oriented spaces such as neuro, breast, or emergency radiology zones, ensure that each clinical service has the tools and environment best suited to its demands. Integrated acoustic, lighting, and spatial solutions minimize distractions and optimize each zone’s function, allowing radiologists to transition smoothly between tasks and maximize the reading room’s clinical and academic potential.

What other customers are saying

"As someone who often reads remotely, having an ergonomic PACS workstation in my home office helps me remain productive and focused throughout the day and has helped me learn good ergonomic workplace habits that reduce the risk of repetitive stress injuries."

— Dr. Elizabeth Calzonetti

Radiologist, Joseph Brant Hospital

"Outstanding product with top-level quality that truly contributes to the needs and health of radiology providers. We love the simplicity and functionality of these tried-and-true systems… Our desks look new even after almost 10 years of heavy use. Truly amazing!"

— Dr. Nilesh K Desai

Division Chief, Neuroradiology

"I have worked at facilities using RedRick Technologies' ergonomic solutions for years, and I can confidently say they’ve been a fantastic investment. The quality of their stations has stood the test of time, and the improvement in our radiologists’ comfort has been remarkable."

— Dr. Susan Palasis

Professor of Radiology and Pediatrics, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine

— Dr. Susan Palasis

Professor of Radiology and Pediatrics, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine

"The RedRick desks have significantly improved the ergonomics of our workspace, allowing our radiologists to customize their workstations to their preferred settings. This flexibility has not only enhanced comfort but also contributed to increased productivity and reduced fatigue during long shifts. The desks' sturdy construction and smooth adjustment mechanisms have proven reliable, ensuring a seamless transition between sitting and standing positions."

— Dawn Michels

Radiology Imaging Administration Manager, Sanford Health

"I wanted to share a quick testimonial about the RedRick reading stations at IMC. Our radiologists' group thinks they are absolutely marvelous. The ergonomic design has been a game changer for our focus time and productivity. Many other sites within our system are now eager to adopt our reading room setup. It's truly been a fantastic improvement for our team and high-volume institution."

— Krystal Mirabelli

Imaging Manager, Intermountain Medical Center

“All the pieces work together; the room is welcoming to those who need to collaborate in person, while the radiologists who work in it can be assured the ergonomic design will help reduce repetitive stress injuries.”

— Dr. Kavita Dhamanaskar, MBBS, FRCPC

Medical Director CIBC Breast Assessment Centre, Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre