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May 23, 2011

Ultimax Achieves Multifunctional Capabilities Using a Single System TUSTIN, Calif., May 23, 2011 – Advancements in diagnostic imaging technology are enabling healthcare facilities to achieve multifunctional capabilities using a single modality. To streamline diagnosis and improve patient throughput, Morris Hospital has installed the Ultimax™ X-ray system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. The Ultimax’s advanced,…


May 10, 2011

Toshiba Announces FDA Clearance of Extra-Large Knee Array Coil Tustin, Calif., May 10, 2011 – With obesity on the rise, today’s radiology departments are continually challenged to provide diagnostic imaging solutions to improve clinical accuracy for bariatric imaging without sacrificing patient care. As part of its commitment to develop patient-focused MR imaging technology to accommodate…


May 5, 2011

TUSTIN, Calif., May 5, 2011 – Community involvement is an important component of the effort to improve quality of life. In keeping with its commitment to the surrounding communities, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has donated bicycles to deserving children from the Coachella Valley, Calif., area through Variety the Children’s Charity of the Desert’s Mobility…


May 3, 2011

NEMA XR 25 Dose Check Software Combined with QDS and Boost3D Help Physicians Reduce Dose While Obtaining High-Quality Cardiovascular CT Diagnostic Information CHICAGO, May 3, 2011 – Reducing radiation dose while maintaining high image quality is a priority for medical imaging manufacturers and healthcare facilities. Addressing the need of improving clinician confidence and diagnostic accuracy…


April 27, 2011

Vital signs merger agreement with TMSC; Combination to Strengthen TMSC’s Global Healthcare Imaging Solutions Business Vital Shareholders to Receive $18.75 in Cash per Share Minneapolis, Minnesota April 27, 2011 and Tokyo, Japan April 28, 2011 – Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation (“TMSC”) and Vital Images, Inc. (Nasdaq: VTAL) (“Vital”) announced today that they have entered into…


April 27, 2011

The Infinix VC-i X-ray System with Customized CAT-880B Table Enables Mercy’s Vascular Surgeons to Improve Care and Enhance Interventional Capabilities for Multiple Procedures TUSTIN, Calif., April 27, 2011 – Enhancing diagnostic and interventional capabilities to provide the highest level of patient care, The Vascular Center at Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore has installed the InfinixTM VC-i…


April 26, 2011

TUSTIN, Calif., April 26, 2011 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced today that Donald L. Fowler has been named general manager and senior vice president. In this role, Fowler is responsible for driving the growth of Toshiba’s multi-modality business in the United States. He will oversee sales, marketing, service, finance, HR and IT functions….


April 20, 2011

Vantage Atlas MR, Aquilion 64 CT, Aplio XG and Kalare Help Effectively Diagnose, Treat and Monitor a Multitude of Pediatric Patient Conditions TUSTIN, Calif., April 20, 2011 – As one of the leading pediatric centers in the United States, Kosair Children’s Medical Center (KCMC) treats pediatric patients with conditions ranging from congenital heart disease to…


April 14, 2011

New Upgrades Include Auto IMT, 4D Imaging and Workflow Enhancements TUSTIN, Calif., April 14, 2011 – Enhancing imaging capabilities and improving workflow are paramount in today’s demanding ultrasound environment. To meet these ongoing needs, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has introduced upgrades across its ultrasound product line and will showcase these upgrades at the American…


April 11, 2011

TUSTIN, Calif., April 11, 2011 – Trying to improve MR exam workflow without sacrificing patient comfort or image quality can be a struggle for many healthcare facilities. To better accomplish this, Thumb MRI Center in Cass City, Mich., has used Toshiba MR technology that is designed to be patient-friendly while improving diagnostic confidence. Currently, Thumb…