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November 30, 2008

New Techniques Increase Detection of Breast Lesions and Aid Diagnosis CHICAGO — November 30, 2008 — To help improve diagnostic confidence in breast imaging and women’s health, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has developed a new and exclusive ultrasound technique — MicroPure™, which helps physicians detect breast lesions and micro-calcifications more clearly. In addition, Toshiba will…


November 30, 2008

System’s Features Increase Productivity and Patient Comfort While Eliminating Film CHICAGO — November 30, 2008 — Demonstrating a commitment to efficiency in diagnostic imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will feature the Kalare™ R&F system at this year’s Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting held in Chicago, Nov. 30 – Dec. 5 (Booth #3429,…


November 30, 2008

New Multi-Channel Coil Optimizes Breast MR on Toshiba MR Systems CHICAGO — November 30, 2008 — Advancements in medical imaging technology have significantly increased early detection and improved outcomes for patients with breast cancer. At this year’s Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting in Chicago, Nov. 30 – Dec. 5, 2008 (Booth #3429, South…


November 30, 2008

New Study to Validate the Effectiveness of 320-Detector Row CT as Compared to SPECT CHICAGO — November 30, 2008 — As the next phase in validating advanced computed tomography technology in a clinical setting, Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation (TMSC) will support CORE 320, the largest worldwide multi-center trial comparing the effectiveness of 320-detector row dynamic volume…


November 24, 2008

WHAT: A year after its successful introduction, two clinicians will present their experience with Toshiba America Medical System’s Aquilion® ONE dynamic volume CT and demonstrate how it is changing clinical pathways. With substantial experience imaging both cardiac and neurological patients, both clinicians will illustrate the benefits of dynamic volume CT imaging and how it is…


November 24, 2008

WHAT: In “New Technologies in Multi-Modality Breast Imaging,” three physicians will discuss their experience using MRI and ultrasound collaboratively for breast imaging, including how the two modalities can be used together, the latest techniques and how this multi-modality approach will ultimately provide better patient outcomes. WHY: As thousands of patients undergo breast exams each year,…


November 21, 2008

Brings Critical Core Competency In-house TOKYO, Japan — November 21, 2008 — Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation announced today that via its newly formed, wholly-owned subsidiary, Toshiba Medical Visualization Systems Europe, Ltd. (TMVS), it has entered into an agreement to acquire the Advanced Visualization Imaging System Division (AVIS) of Barco nv, Edinburgh, Scotland. This acquisition brings in-house…


November 17, 2008

Web Site Upgrades Include More Intuitive Navigation and Easy Access to Information TUSTIN, California — November 17, 2008 — To continue to help medical professionals meet their educational needs, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has completed new upgrades to its Learning Center Web site, www.ToshibaLearningCenter.com. The Web site is an online resource for medical professionals to access…


November 13, 2008

World’s First Dynamic Volume CT Provides Uniquely Comprehensive Exam to Aid Patient Diagnosis TUSTIN, California — November 13, 2008 — Recognizing the innovation behind its dynamic volume CT scanner, Popular Science has named Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Aquilion® ONE 320-detector row CT scanner “Best of What’s New” in the Personal Health category of its annual awards. As…


November 12, 2008

Prestigious Industry Awards Voted on by a Panel of Leaders in Radiology TUSTIN, California — November 12, 2008 — Further illustrating its ground-breaking medical imaging technology and innovation in the field of radiology, the Aquilion® ONE dynamic volume CT system has been named “Minnies 2008” Best New Radiology Device, an accolade given by AuntMinnie.com and selected…