Polish healthcare leader Radpoint transforms medical imaging for millions using AWS

Timely access to medical imaging can mean the difference between early detection and delayed treatment. In Poland, healthcare technology company Radpoint has revolutionized how radiologists work and how patients receive care by building a comprehensive cloud-based medical imaging platform on Amazon Web Services (AWS). Their solution—which is primarily used by public sector healthcare institutions—demonstrates how cloud technology can transform healthcare delivery while maintaining the highest security standards.

Addressing fragmented healthcare IT systems

Radpoint is a leading Polish healthcare technology company that has created an integrated platform combining radiology information system (RIS), picture archiving and communication system (PACS), vendor neutral archive (VNA), AI, and teleradiology services. Radiologists use teleradiology—the electronic transmission of medical images such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs for remote expert interpretation—to provide diagnoses without being physically present at the imaging site.

The challenge Radpoint set out to solve was significant. Polish healthcare facilities often operated with fragmented IT systems built over years of adding disparate solutions. This resulted in scattered infrastructure, inconsistent data management, and time-consuming processes that ultimately delayed patient care. For diagnostic lab networks managing multiple facilities, the situation was even more complex, with different work standards, inconsistent IT systems, and administrative burdens that slowed patient service.

“Hospital IT systems often developed over years as a result of adding successive solutions,” said Michał Smoliński, chief technology officer and co-founder at Radpoint, explaining the reality they addressed. “The result? Scattered infrastructure, lack of data consistency, and time-consuming processes.”

Building a cloud-first medical imaging platform

From the beginning, Radpoint’s leadership recognized the transformative potential of cloud computing. Smoliński brought extensive cloud engineering experience to the company and saw AWS as more than infrastructure—it was an enabler for rapid innovation and growth.

“AWS infrastructure allowed us to focus on developing our platform rather than managing complex IT infrastructure,” Smoliński explained. “Whatever we needed was readily available.”

This cloud-first approach proved particularly valuable when the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into effect. Radpoint’s AWS based architecture enabled compliance while maintaining the flexibility and scalability necessary for rapid growth across Poland’s healthcare sector.

The platform uses a comprehensive suite of AWS services suitable for healthcare workloads. Amazon Simple Storage Service (Amazon S3) provides robust, secure storage for over two petabytes of medical images, and Amazon Elastic Container Service (Amazon ECS) enables scalable application deployment. Security and encryption are implemented through AWS Key Management Service (AWS KMS) and AWS Certificate Manager, among others, whereas managed services such as Amazon Aurora and Amazon OpenSearch Service handle core database and search functionality at scale.

Prioritizing security in healthcare cloud deployments

Security remains paramount in healthcare technology, and Radpoint has implemented a comprehensive security framework using AWS services. The platform maintains high security standards through Amazon GuardDuty, AWS Config, and AWS Organizations.

“AWS security services allow our dev and ops teams to focus on what’s really important—the security of our application and Radpoint’s platform itself,” noted Smoliński.

This security-first approach extends beyond basic compliance. Radpoint reinforces their security posture with regular third-party vulnerability scanning and penetration testing, alongside implementations of ISO 13485 for medical devices and ISO 27001 standards. These comprehensive security measures mean that sensitive medical data remains protected and healthcare providers are freed up to deliver efficient care.

Delivering measurable impact across Polish healthcare

The results of Radpoint’s cloud-based approach have been remarkable. Today, the platform manages over two petabytes of medical data—including four billion medical images— serving eight million patients across Poland. Two terabytes of new data is added daily, demonstrating the massive scale at which modern healthcare IT systems must operate.

The platform’s widespread adoption speaks to its effectiveness in addressing real healthcare challenges. Eighty percent of teleradiology companies in Poland rely on Radpoint’s technology, with 600 healthcare facilities implementing the solution nationwide. Perhaps most significantly, 1,700 radiologists—representing 43 percent of all radiologists in Poland—trust Radpoint for their daily diagnostic work.

For patients, this translates to faster diagnoses and quicker treatment initiation. Healthcare facilities benefit from consolidated systems that eliminate data silos and streamline workflows. Diagnostic labs networks can now manage multiple locations with consistent standards and automated processes, reducing administrative overhead while improving patient service.

Expanding capabilities with AI-powered diagnostics

Looking toward the future, Radpoint is expanding its capabilities with Radpoint Aura, an AI-powered solution built on Amazon Bedrock. This innovation represents the next frontier in medical imaging, making advanced diagnostic tools more accessible to healthcare providers across Poland.

“We’re elevating radiology in Poland by integrating cutting-edge AI support for radiologists,” says Smoliński. The AI-powered tools built on Amazon Bedrock enable radiologists to work more efficiently while maintaining the high standards of care that patients deserve.

Lessons for healthcare cloud transformation

Radpoint’s success offers valuable insights for healthcare organizations considering cloud transformation. The company’s approach demonstrates the importance of building security into the foundation of any healthcare platform, rather than treating it as an afterthought. Their comprehensive use of AWS managed services meant that the development team could focus on creating value for healthcare providers rather than managing underlying infrastructure.

The platform’s rapid scaling across Poland also highlights the importance of designing for growth from the beginning. By using cloud-based architectures and AWS managed services, Radpoint created a platform that could handle exponential growth in data, users, and healthcare facilities without requiring fundamental architectural changes.

Democratizing healthcare innovation through cloud technology

As Smoliński reflected on Radpoint’s journey, he emphasized the broader impact of cloud technology on healthcare innovation: “Cloud democratizes healthcare innovation. It allows facilities to allocate resources to generate value for patients instead of focusing on infrastructure that quickly becomes obsolete.”

Radpoint’s transformation of medical imaging in Poland demonstrates how thoughtful cloud adoption can improve patient outcomes while reducing operational complexity for healthcare providers. By embracing AWS Cloud services and maintaining an unwavering commitment to security and innovation, Radpoint has set a new standard for healthcare technology platforms.

To learn more about how AWS supports healthcare organizations, visit AWS for Health.