SANTE PARTENAIRES is a French humanitarian association law of 1901. It was created in Marseille in February 2001 to develop a network health service including a north-south and south-north telemedicine project, in particular with French-speaking countries. The transmission of radiological imaging data uses software [1] called DICOM WORKS®, the principle of which is low-cost telemedicine using basic computer and telecommunications equipment. • Establishment of a Telemedicine and Telemaintenance center open to Doctors and Hospitals in French-speaking countries in order to provide them with immediate help in their professional practice. • Establishment of service structures in terms of advice, engineering, management, quality control and training. Teleradiology is the transmission of files containing digital images over the Internet for the purpose of expertise. This is the first need expressed by our partners: Low number and relative isolation of local radiologists which reduces the possibility of a second opinion. Rapid evolution of imaging techniques creating a growing need for postgraduate training. [1] Developed by Dr Loïc BOUSSEL and subject of his doctoral thesis. NEWS The Health Partners blog ................................... Find in our press section the Health Partners newsletters ...................................