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November 4, 2013

Toshiba Brings Industry-Leading Depth and Detail to New Ultrasound System

Aplio 300 Special Edition Configured to Help Clinicians Diagnose with Confidence

TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 4, 2013 – Clinicians now have the essentials to confidently diagnose their patients with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s AplioTM 300 Special Edition (SE). Building on the current Aplio 300, the system includes advanced imaging features to provide the highest resolution images possible, as well as a larger monitor to enhance patient care.

The Aplio 300 SE offers exceptional image quality in a small, versatile platform. Designed to be a clinical workhorse for all routine ultrasound exams, including general imaging, women’s imaging and shared service, the Aplio 300 SE comes standard with a high-resolution 19-inch monitor, an optional fourth transducer port and advanced imaging features, including Advanced Dynamic FlowTM, Differential Tissue Harmonics, Precision Imaging and ApliPureTM+.

“The addition of the Aplio 300 SE expands Toshiba’s portfolio of premier ultrasound, addressing today’s clinically demanding environment,” said Tomohiro Hasegawa, director, Ultrasound Business Unit, Toshiba. “The versatile system combines our most sought-after advanced imaging technologies with better ergonomics, allowing clinicians to focus on what matters most: arriving at the right diagnosis quickly and efficiently.” 

About Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.

With headquarters in Tustin, Calif., Toshiba America Medical Systems (TAMS) markets, sells, distributes and services radiology and cardiovascular systems, including CT, MR, ultrasound, X-ray and cardiovascular equipment, and coordinates clinical diagnostic imaging research for all modalities in the United States. For more information, visit the TAMS website at www.medical.toshiba.com.

About Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation

Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation is a leading worldwide provider of medical diagnostic imaging systems and comprehensive medical solutions, such as CT, X-ray and vascular, ultrasound, nuclear medicine and MRI systems, as well as information systems for medical institutions. Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation has been providing medical products for over 80 years. Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Toshiba. Visit Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation’s website at www.toshibamedicalsystems.com.

About Toshiba

Toshiba is a world-leading diversified manufacturer, solutions provider and marketer of advanced electronic and electrical products and systems. Toshiba Group brings innovation and imagination to a wide range of businesses: digital products, including LCD TVs, notebook PCs, retail solutions and MFPs; electronic devices, including semiconductors, storage products and materials; industrial and social infrastructure systems, including power generation systems, smart community solutions, medical systems and escalators & elevators; and home appliances.

Toshiba was founded in 1875, and today operates a global network of more than 550 consolidated companies, with 210,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing 5.8 trillion yen (US$61.7 billion). Visit Toshiba’s website at www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm.