Defense Health Agency Authorizes Smart-C Imaging System
The compact, battery-powered medical imaging device receives a two-year authorization for use across military networks.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Military
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The Defense Health Agency has granted a two-year authorization to operate for Turner Imaging Systems' Smart-C mini C-arm. This approval ensures the 16-pound, cordless device meets critical military cybersecurity standards.
Why it matters
The authorization allows military medical teams to integrate the portable imaging technology into existing health record workflows. This process ensures the system is secure for use within the Military Health System's communications network.
The authorization validates that the 16-pound Smart-C mini C-arm meets military cybersecurity requirements for use in the field and at facilities. This certification remains active for a two-year period.
The players
Turner Imaging Systems
This company is a manufacturer of portable x-ray and imaging technology designed for various medical environments.
Defense Health Agency
This combat support agency provides medical services and enables a medically ready force for the U.S. military.
Department of Veterans Affairs
This federal agency is responsible for providing healthcare services, benefits, and support programs to military veterans.
The details
Military medical teams can now connect the battery-powered device to the Military Health System to transmit images directly. Additionally, the Department of Veterans Affairs has approved the system for integration with its VistA DICOM software.
Timeline
Turner Imaging received the authorization in October 2026.
The current authorization for the Smart-C system expires in October 2028.
Political Context
The authorization follows the pattern set by the Military Health System cybersecurity protocols, which mandate rigorous vetting for all medical hardware. The opposition or skeptical oversight bodies often prioritize these security benchmarks to prevent vulnerabilities in national defense networks.
The integration of this portable system improves image transmission efficiency for medical teams across the country. Patients at VA medical centers may experience faster imaging workflows due to this device's compatibility with existing health record systems.
The takeaway
The addition of portable imaging tools helps streamline medical diagnostics in various military and veteran healthcare settings. Future authorizations from the company will likely focus on their Enduro DR portable digital x-ray system as they expand their medical hardware portfolio.
Further reading
For more information on defense medical equipment, visit the United States Military section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by AuntMinnie.
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