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May 1, 2024
Canon Medical Systems installs the first U.S. market Aquilion Serve SP CT Scanner with INSTINX Workflow Automation at Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging (SDMI).
TUSTIN, Calif., May 1, 2024 — Canon Medical Systems proudly announces the debut installation of the Aquilion Serve SP CT scanner with INSTINX, AI-driven workflow automation, in the United States at Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging (SDMI), Las Vegas, NV. The Aquilion Serve SP CT scanner combines top-tier imaging capabilities with enhanced efficiency, consistency, and throughput, setting…
April 9, 2024
Start of Clinical Research with Hiroshima University on Photon-Counting CT
TUSTIN, Calif., April ８, 2024 — Canon Medical Systems Corporation (hereinafter “Canon Medical”; President and CEO: Toshio Takiguchi; headquarters: Otawara, Tochigi, Japan) and Hiroshima University (President: Mitsuo Ochi; location: Higashi-Hiroshima, Hiroshima, Japan) began clinical research. using a Canon photon-counting CT (PCCT) system (the company’s third such system worldwide) with the aim of rapidly advancing its practical…
February 27, 2024
Clinical Research on Photon-Counting CT Begins with Radboud University Medical Center
TUSTIN, Calif., February 26, 2024 — Canon Medical Systems Corporation (hereinafter “Canon Medical”; President and CEO: Toshio Takiguchi; headquarters: Otawara, Tochigi, Japan) has completed the second installation of its Canon photon-counting CT (PCCT) system worldwide at Radboud University Medical Center (Chair: Dr. Bertine Lahuis; location: Nijmegen, the Netherlands), and clinical research began in late January. PCCT is…
November 28, 2023
Canon Medical Systems Revolutionizes its CT Lineup with AI-enhanced improvements
Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, 27 November 2023 –Canon Medical Systems today announced significant updates to its CT portfolio, including the introduction of two new scanners. A new flagship system (Aquilion ONE / INSIGHT Edition) and high-throughput system (Aquilion Serve SP) were both unveiled at the Radiological Society of North America congress (RSNA), currently underway in…
November 27, 2023
Canon Medical Introduces End-to-End CT Workflow Automation, Advancing Healthcare Operational Efficiency
TUSTIN, Calif., Nov 27, 2023 — Canon Medical Systems USA Inc., a global leader in imaging and healthcare technology, proudly unveils its latest innovation – End-to-End CT Workflow Automation. This innovative suite of solutions marks a significant advancement in healthcare, streamlining operations from referral through reporting, ultimately enhancing patient care and driving operational efficiencies. Powered…
November 21, 2023
RSNA 2023: Canon Medical Systems USA Debuts Precise IQ Engine (PIQE)
TUSTIN, Calif. November 21, 2022 – Canon Medical Systems USA Inc., announces at RSNA 2023, the introduction of Precise IQ Engine (PIQE*), their new Deep Learning Reconstruction technology for MRI, the latest enhancement in their patient and technologist-friendly MR Portfolio. Their adaptable line-up of MR systems delivers transformative technology, providing healthcare professionals with diagnostic capabilities and…
October 31, 2023
Researchers Awarded 2023 Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc./RSNA Research Grants
OAK BROOK, Ill – October 30, 2023 – The Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Research & Education (R&E) Foundation awarded its Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc./RSNA Research Resident Grants to Melina Hosseiny, M.D., and Laurent Dercle, M.D, Ph.D. These grants are made possible by Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc.’s support of the RSNA R&E…
September 12, 2023
Canon Medical introduces Alphenix Sky 12 HD interventional system with the new 12”×12” High-Definition (Hi-Def) Detector
Providing the highest spatial resolution in the market to help clinicians see fine details Tustin, CA, USA, 12th of September 2023 – Continuing its focus on providing clinicians with clarity and precision during interventional procedures, Canon Medical Systems Corporation is introducing this technology for the Alphenix Sky 12 HD interventional system with our proprietary high-resolution HD…
January 9, 2023
Canon Medical Systems USA Inc. Announces a Strategic Partnership with ScImage
TUSTIN, Calif., January 9, 2023 – Canon Medical Systems USA Inc., a commercial subsidiary of Canon Medical Systems Corporation, a global leader in innovative diagnostic imaging technology, today announces the completion of a strategic partnership agreement with ScImage, Inc. Sclmage provides Cloud-native enterprise image management, PACS and image exchange solutions for the healthcare industry, based out…
November 28, 2022
Canon Medical Systems USA Launches SP configurations for Outstanding Performance at 1.5T and 3T
TUSTIN, Calif. November 28, 2022 – Canon Medical Systems USA Inc., a commercial subsidiary of Canon Medical Systems Corporation and a global leader in innovative diagnostic imaging technology, today announces the launch of SP Configurations, Orian SP and Galan SP. This recent launch features AI-driven workflow solutions, an intelligent Ceiling Camera, and the Tablet UX…
November 28, 2022
Canon Medical Celebrates 30th Anniversary of Hybrid Angio-CT Technology with World’s First Deep Learning Spectral CT Reconstruction and HD 76 Technology Integration into Alphenix 4D CT System
Spectral Analysis and HD 76 High Definition Offer New Insights to Support Interventional Procedures TUSTIN, Calif., November 28, 2022 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc., a global leader in innovative diagnostic imaging technology, is proud to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Hybrid Angio-CT technology at RSNA 2022. Pushing the capabilities of its Alphenix 4D CT system,…
November 28, 2022
Canon Medical US integrates Glassbeam Clinsights™ Utilization Analytics into its Inclusive Analytics Suite
Utilization solution analyzes DICOM and HL7 data from every exam every day to help providers increase patient access and quality while lowering costs. TUSTIN, Calif., November 28, 2022 — Hospitals and Imaging Centers face increasing demands on their operational and capital budgets along with higher patient expectations and regulatory requirements. To meet the need for…
November 28, 2022
Canon Medical Launches Non-Obsolescence Program to help customers stay at forefront of care delivery
New cost-effective non-obsolescence program maximizes technology investments with upgrades as they come available TUSTIN, Calif., November 28, 2022 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. (CMSU), a global leader in innovative diagnostic imaging technology, is proud to announce the launch of its non-obsolescence program for Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance imaging modalities. With the rapid pace…
November 27, 2022
Canon strengthens medical business with establishment of Canon Healthcare USA, INC.
TOKYO, November 24, 2022 — Canon Inc. announced today that the company has decided to establish a new subsidiary, to be named Canon Healthcare USA, INC. By strengthening its presence in the highly influential American medical market, Canon aims to accelerate the growth of its medical business. The Canon group is currently working towards a…
November 22, 2022
Canon Medical Systems Showcases Meaningful Innovation in Its Suite of Solutions and Products at RSNA 2022
Canon Highlights Latest Innovations with Interactive Digital Booth Experience and the Final Tour Stop of the Canon Across America Mobile Tour at McCormick Place TUSTIN, Calif., November 22, 2022 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc., a global leader in innovative diagnostic imaging technology, is proud to announce that it will showcase its portfolio of Meaningful Innovations…
July 27, 2022
Canon Medical Systems USA Inc. Announces Expansion of Distributorship with the Acquisition Completion of NXC Imaging
TUSTIN, Calif., July 27, 2022 – Canon Medical Systems USA Inc., a commercial subsidiary of Canon Medical Systems Corporation and a global leader in innovative diagnostic imaging technology, today announces the completion of the acquisition of NXC Imaging, a medical imaging equipment distributor and service provider headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The strategic partnership between NXC…
July 11, 2022
Canon Medical Systems USA Inc. Announces Expansion of Distributorship with the Acquisition of NXC Imaging
TUSTIN, Calif., July 11, 2022 – Canon Medical Systems USA Inc., a commercial subsidiary of Canon Medical Systems Corporation and a global leader in innovative diagnostic imaging technology, today announces it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire NXC Imaging, a medical imaging equipment distributor and service provider headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Founded in 1964,…
June 30, 2022
Canon Medical Introduces New Services to Online Customer Portal, 360˚ Connect
Providing Advanced Cybersecurity Health Score and Utilization Management Dashboard TUSTIN, Calif., June 30, 2022 – Canon Medical Systems USA Inc., a commercial subsidiary of Canon Medical Systems Corporation and a global leader in innovative diagnostic imaging technology, today announces the addition of Cybersecurity Health Score and Utilization Management Dashboard to its online 360˚Connect customer portal…
March 21, 2022
Canon Medical Systems USA Presents Its First-Ever US Mobile Truck Tour with the Launch of Canon Across America
A Mobile Roadshow Designed to Showcase the Future of Medical Imaging The mobile exhibition will bring Canon Medical Systems to U.S. cities providing unprecedented access to their solution-focused portfolios TUSTIN, Calif., March 21, 2022 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. (CMSU), a global leader in innovative diagnostic imaging technology, is proud to announce its first-ever…
March 1, 2022
Canon Medical Systems acquires Danish medical equipment manufacturer Nordisk Røntgen Teknik A/S to strengthen its global X-ray business
Canon Medical Systems Corporation (“Canon Medical”, headquarters: Otawara, Tochigi, Japan; President: Toshio Takiguchi) today announces that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Nordisk Røntgen Teknik A/S (“NRT”), a Danish company, headquartered in Aarhus, with advanced technology for the development and manufacture of diagnostic X-ray systems, with the acquisition being completed following the necessary…
November 30, 2021
Canon Medical and Resoundant, Inc. Partnership to Provide Magnetic Resonance Elastography on Canon MRI Scanners
Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, November 30, 2021 – Canon Medical Systems Corporation and Resoundant, Inc. (Rochester, MN, USA) have signed a licensing agreement for the purpose of incorporating the advanced Magnetic Resonance Elastography (MRE), developed by Resoundant on the Canon MRI platforms. Canon Medical and Resoundant have been working closely together to implement a seamless…
November 29, 2021
Canon Medical Launches New, Advanced Productivity 1.5T MRI System to Accelerate Workflows
Canon Medical introduces Vantage Fortian – a brand new, open bore, 1.5T MRI with innovative remote tablet and in-room camera solutions for monitoring and positioning patients that enhance workflow. Vantage Fortian also features new AI technologies that automate scan planning for Liver, Prostate and Whole Spine. The new workflow solutions will also be made available…
November 28, 2021
Canon Medical Introduces Super-Resolution Deep-Learning Reconstruction for Cardiac CT Scans
Aquilion ONE / PRISM Edition Now Offers Precise IQ Engine (PIQE) DLR* and SilverBeam Filter* Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, 25 November 2021 – Canon Medical is breaking ground once again with the introduction of Precise IQ Engine (PIQE) DLR and SilverBeam filter in the latest version of the Aquilion ONE / PRISM edition. PIQE, super-resolution…
November 26, 2021
Canon Medical signals its support for a multicenter ultrasound liver evaluation and assessment study.
Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, 26 November 2021 – Canon Medical announced today its support for the iLEAD (innovative Liver, Elasticity, Attenuation and Dispersion) study, an international multicenter study aiming to evaluate quantitative ultrasound imaging tools against liver biopsy (the current clinical gold standard), available on the Aplio Liver Package for the assessment of Steatosis, Fibrosis,…
November 24, 2021
Canon Medical reinforces commitment to AI innovation with new Altivity brand
Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, 24 November 2021 — Canon Medical has today announced the launch of Altivity, a new AI innovation brand, that consolidates machine learning and deep learning technologies to deliver uncompromised quality and value across the entire care pathway. Canon Medical has been steadily redefining the role of AI in healthcare, starting with…
November 23, 2021
Canon Medical’s All-New 12”×16” High-Definition (Hi-Def) Imaging Detector Provides Highest Resolution in the Market to Help Clinicians See Fine Details
Available on the Alphenix Sky +, 4D CT with Sky +, Biplane, and Core+ systems. The 12”×16” Hi-Def flat panel detector offers the highest resolution on interventional X-ray systems in the market. The larger 12”x16” Hi-Def detector can help improve visualization during peripheral and abdominal procedures in Interventional Radiology (IR), Oncology (IO), Neurology (IN), and…
October 6, 2021
Canon Medical Deepens Commitment to ’Made for Life’ with Virtual Exhibition and Educational Experience
Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, 7 October 2021 – Canon Medical announced today that due to recent developments in the Covid-19 pandemic, it will be attending all further relevant, major US-based global conferences in 2021, with a digital presence only. This includes the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) 2021 and ASTRO 2021. The company aims…
September 9, 2021
Canon Inc. to make Redlen Technologies a wholly owned subsidiary
TOKYO, Japan, September 9, 2021 — Canon Inc. (“Canon”; Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan; Chairman and CEO: Fujio Mitarai) announced today that it has reached an agreement with Redlen Technologies Inc. (“Redlen”; Headquarters: British Columbia, Canada; President and CEO: Glenn Bindley) to conclude a share transfer agreement, making Redlen a wholly owned subsidiary of Canon. In 2016,…
August 31, 2021
Commencement of Research Collaboration into Japan’s first Photon Counting Computed Tomography with National Cancer Center Japan
Canon Medical Systems Corporation (Headquarters: Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan; President and CEO: Toshio Takiguchi) has begun a collaborative research project with the National Cancer Center Japan Exploratory Oncology Research & Clinical Trial Center (NCC-EPOC) ( Kashiwa, Chiba Prefecture, Japan; Director: Atsushi Ochiai) and EAST Hospital (Kashiwa, Chiba Prefecture, Japan; Director: Atsushi Otsu) using photon counting…
July 20, 2021
Canon Medical Announces Strategic Changes to Reinforce Global HIT Division
OTAWARA, Japan – Canon Medical Systems Corporation has today announced a major operational plan to strengthen its healthcare information technology (HIT) division. The HIT division will broaden its capabilities and leverage Canon Medical’s global infrastructure to accelerate the delivery of a full range of Enterprise, AI, and Collaborative imaging solutions. As part of the development,…
July 16, 2021
Canon Medical Partners with Cleerly to Tackle Heart Disease, the Leading Cause of Death
The collaboration breaks new ground by integrating Canon’s AI-powered CT technology with Cleerly’s digital pathway solution for analysis of coronary artery disease. TUSTIN, Calif., July 16, 2021 – Canon Medical Systems, USA joins forces with Cleerly in a strategic partnership to support simple and streamlined adoption of cardiac CT and create a new standard of…
June 24, 2021
Critical Access Hospital Improves Scheduling Predictability with Rapid Decontamination Solution from Canon Medical and Surfacide® UV Technology
Lost Rivers Medical Center Uses UV-C Disinfection Robots to Decontaminate Deadly Pathogens on CT Imaging Systems in Minutes TUSTIN, Calif., June 24, 2021 – Lost Rivers Medical Center, a Critical Care Access Hospital in Arco, Idaho, has significantly reduced room cleaning and decontamination times, enabling staff to accurately schedule more patients in a day by…
June 10, 2021
Canon Medical’s Digital PET/CT System Receives FDA Clearance for AI-Based Image Reconstruction Technology
Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE) for PET will be introduced at SNMMI 2021 on Cartesion Prime , Further Expanding the Technology Across Modalities and into Molecular Imaging Tustin, Calif., June 10, 2021 – Bringing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to molecular imaging, Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE), Canon Medical Systems USA Inc.’s Deep Learning…
May 25, 2021
Canon Medical Launches e-Commerce Parts Platform
Available 24/7 this new user-friendly online store simplifies the process of ordering medical imaging parts, provides improved cost savings, and increases efficiency. Tustin, Calif., May 25, 2021 – When a medical imaging system needs a new part, getting a replacement quickly is an urgent matter for any healthcare organization. To support the needs of the…
April 26, 2021
Canon Medical Expands AI-Based Image Reconstruction Technology to Body Applications on Galan 3T MR System
Canon Medical Expands AI-Based Image Reconstruction Technology to Body Applications on Galan 3T MR System Tustin, Calif., April 26, 2021 – Canon Medical is bringing the power of accessible artificial intelligence (AI) for improved image quality to more patients with expanded clinical indications for 3T MR. Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE) Deep Learning Reconstruction (DLR)…
April 19, 2021
Canon Medical Receives FDA Clearance on One-Beat Spectral Cardiac CT
Aquilion ONE / PRISM Edition Now Offers AI Powered Spectral Capabilities for Cardiac Exams TUSTIN, CALIF., April 19, 2021 – Meeting the growing cardiovascular needs of healthcare providers today, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. announces that its Deep Learning Spectral CT has received 510(k) clearance for expanded capabilities into cardiovascular applications. Available on the company’s…
April 15, 2021
Canon Medical Expands Partnership with RaySearch
TUSTIN, CA, April 15, 2021 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. and RaySearch Laboratories AB are expanding their partnership to enable RaySearch’s U.S. salesforce to distribute Canon Medical’s Aquilion Large Bore CT and Celesteion PET/CT products. Together, the companies will bring their integrated radiation oncology portfolio to more U.S. customers to further enhance care for…
March 11, 2021
Canon Medical Recognized with IMV ServiceTrak Best OEM Service Performance for XR R&F
TUSTIN, CA, March 9, 2021 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. has earned a top award for XR R&F service according to data gathered during IMV’s 2020 ServiceTrak customer surveys. The award is given to imaging system providers that receive the highest percentage of highly satisfied customer responses. “It is an honor to add this…
February 1, 2021
Canon Medical’s AI-Based Image Reconstruction Technology Now Available for 96 Percent of Procedures Using 1.5T MR
Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE) Deep Learning Reconstruction (DLR) Technology Expands to Wider Range of Clinical Applications for the Vantage Orian 1.5T MR System Tustin, Calif., Feb. 1, 2021 – Canon Medical is bringing the power of accessible artificial intelligence (AI) for improved image quality to more patients with expanded clinical indications for 1.5T MR….
January 21, 2021
Canon Medical’s AI-Powered, Premium Large Bore CT Receives FDA Clearance
Aquilion Exceed LB CT System Offers Industry’s Largest Bore and Widest Field-of-View Tustin, Calif., Jan. 21, 2020 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. has received FDA clearance for the Aquilion™ Exceed LB CT system, giving clinicians the opportunity to see more during radiation therapy planning for accuracy, precision and speed. As cancer cases continue to…
December 21, 2020
Canon Medical Receives FDA Clearance for Compressed SPEEDER for 3D Exams on 1.5T MR, Enabling High-speed MR Imaging
New Software Version for Vantage Orian 1.5T Also Offers Solution to Help Clinicians Image and Quantify Fatty Liver Disease TUSTIN, Calif., Dec. 21, 2020 – Hospitals and institutions are continually looking for ways to improve diagnostic imaging throughput, especially in today’s environment where disinfection of systems and rooms in between patients is crucial. Now, Compressed…
December 9, 2020
Canon Medical Systems USA Receives Supplier Legacy Award from Premier Inc.
TUSTIN, CALIF., Dec. 9, 2020 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. today announced that it has received the Supplier Legacy Award from Premier Inc., a leading healthcare improvement company. Canon Medical was recognized for its long-standing support of Premier members through exceptional local customer service and engagement, value creation through clinical excellence and commitment to…
December 8, 2020
Canon Medical Recognized with Best Service Awards from IMV ServiceTrak
Recognition for CT and MR Service Based on Over 1000 Customer Surveys TUSTIN, CA, December 8, 2020 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. has earned top awards for CT and MR service according to data gathered during IMV’s 2020 ServiceTrak customer surveys. The award in each category is given to imaging system providers that receive…
December 3, 2020
Canon Medical’s Premium Ultrasound Platform Allows for Easy, Fast Scanning with New Advancements
Updates on Aplio i-series Offer Depth and Detail in Imaging with Enhanced Comfort to Help Improve Workflow TUSTIN, CALIF., Dec. 3, 2020 – Continuing to push the envelope with advanced ultrasound depth and detail plus ultimate comfort features for enhanced sonographer workflow, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. will showcase its premium Aplio i-series ultrasound platform with new…
December 2, 2020
Canon Medical’s All-New 12×16 Hi-Def Imaging Detector Provides Highest Resolution in the Market to Help Clinicians See Fine Details
New Detector Size Can Help Improve Visualization During Peripheral and Abdominal Procedures TUSTIN, Calif., Dec. 2, 2020 – Continuing its focus on providing clinicians with clarity and precision during vascular and IR procedures without compromising dose, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. is introducing an all-new size for its Hi-Def flat panel detector. The 12×16 Hi-Def…
December 2, 2020
Canon Medical Unveils Expanded Digital Service Solutions
Smart Collaborations Deliver Powerful Digital Offerings that Bolster Cybersecurity, Parts Distribution and Analytics TUSTIN, CALIF., Dec. 2, 2020 – Canon Medical is taking its industry-leading service to new heights by deepening existing partnerships, and creating new ones, to expand digital service offerings that reduce complexity and create maximum value for healthcare facilities. “As the needs…
December 1, 2020
Canon Medical Offers New Liver Reporting Tool for Ultrasound
New Software for Aplio i-series Helps Clinicians Easily Report Average Measurements in the Liver to Follow SRU’s New Guidelines for “Rule of Four” TUSTIN, CALIF., Dec. 1, 2020 – Liver disease is one of the major challenges in imaging today, and accurately determining compensated advanced chronic liver disease (cACLD) is extremely important in order to…
November 30, 2020
Canon Medical Offers AI-Powered Stroke Triage With Automation Platform AUTOStroke Solution for CT
Advanced Healthcare IT AI Solution Can Speed Up Clinical Response and Help Increase Diagnostic Confidence to Take Patient Care to the Next Level TUSTIN, CALIF., Nov. 30, 2020 – With stroke, the key to improving outcomes is speed. However, busy facilities don’t always have the luxury of knowing when an immediate intervention is needed. To…
November 30, 2020
Canon Medical Introduces One-Beat Spectral Cardiac CT
Aquilion ONE / PRISM Edition Now Offers Deep Learning Spectral Capabilities for Cardiac Exams TUSTIN, CALIF., Nov. 30, 2020 – To meet the growing cardiovascular needs of healthcare providers today, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. is breaking ground once again with the introduction of Deep Learning Spectral CT for cardiovascular imaging. The Aquilion ONE /…
November 30, 2020
Canon Medical’s Compressed SPEEDER Helps Clinicians Reduce Scan Times for 3D MR Exams
MR Technology Accelerates Scan Time for Improved Patient Experience TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 30, 2020 – With the challenges of infectious diseases like COVID-19 and the ever-present financial pressure to increase throughput, it’s more important than ever before to scan faster. To address these challenges, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. will be showcasing the next evolution…
November 29, 2020
Canon Medical Launches Premium Auto-Positioning Digital Radiography System for Optimal Productivity and Patient Care
OMNERA 500A Includes New Intelligent Automation Features to Help Improve Workflow and Efficiency, Without Compromising Patient Care TUSTIN, CALIF., Nov. 29, 2020 – X-ray is often the first imaging tool used in busy facilities where efficiency is a top priority – along with patient care. With the launch of Canon Medical Systems USA Inc.’s all-new…
November 29, 2020
Canon Medical Continues to Boost Image Quality Across Modalities with Further Expansion of Its AI-Based Image Reconstruction Technology
Showcasing Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE) Deep Learning Reconstruction (DLR) Technology on Wider Range of Clinical Applications, More Modalities and Systems Tustin, Calif., Nov. 29, 2020 – Canon Medical is bringing the power of accessible artificial intelligence (AI) for improved image quality to more patients. The company is expanding its Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE)…
November 24, 2020
Canon Medical Partners With Glassbeam to Provide AI-Powered Insight and Analytics into Service Operations
Glassbeam Clinsights Can Help Imaging Departments Capture Service Data to Enhance Operational Efficiencies TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 24, 2020 – Hospitals and institutions face a significant challenge each year when it comes to the financial impact of unplanned downtime and sub-optimal performance of their diagnostic imaging systems. To meet the need for fleet-wide operation and service…
November 23, 2020
Spurs Sports and Entertainment Announces Partnership with Canon Medical
SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 23, 2020 – Spurs Sports & Entertainment announced today a new partnership between Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. and the San Antonio Spurs. As part of the partnership, Canon Medical and the Spurs will collaborate on advancing medical imaging innovation to benefit everyone from high-performance athletes to weekend warriors and beyond. “The…
November 17, 2020
Canon Medical Provides Resource Guide for Using Ultrasound to Manage COVID-19 Patients
New Guide Supports Customers with a Solution and Strategies for Using Ultrasound for Cardiac and Lung Imaging TUSTIN, CALIF., Nov. 17, 2020 – To support customers and clinicians and provide solutions for managing patients during the current global pandemic, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. is offering a resource to help them more effectively use Canon…
November 16, 2020
Radiologists Have Difficulty Differentiating Between 1.5T MR with Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE) and 3T Images During AiCE Challenge
Canon Medical’s AiCE Challenge Results Demonstrate Value of 1.5T MR with AI-Based Deep Learning Reconstruction (DLR) TUSTIN, CALIF., Nov. 16, 2020 – The powerful Vantage Orian 1.5T MR with Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE) Deep Learning Reconstruction (DLR) technology from Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. delivers high-quality images with high signal-to-noise ratio* — an idea…
October 23, 2020
Canon Medical Provides the Latest in Simulation Capabilities for Radiation Oncology with New Aquilion Exceed LB CT System
AI-Powered Premium Large Bore CT Scanner Offers Industry’s Largest Bore and Widest Field-of-View Tustin, Calif., Oct. 23, 2020 – An estimated 1.8 million new cancer cases will be diagnosed in the U.S. this year alone.1 With a disease so prevalent, treatments like radiation therapy are critical, and while planning, clinicians require accuracy, precision and speed….
September 29, 2020
ASRT Foundation and Canon Medical Announce 2020 Safety FiRsT® Grant Recipients
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Baxter Regional Medical Center and Baton Rouge General Pennington Cancer Center will receive Safety FiRsT® grants to implement initiatives that will elevate patient and technologist safety in the workplace. Funded by Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. and administered by the ASRT Foundation, the Safety FiRsT® program awards two ASRT members per year…
September 9, 2020
UC San Diego Health First Facility in the U.S. to Install Canon Medical’s 3T MRI System with AI-Based Reconstruction Technology
Vantage Galan 3T with Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE) Provides High-Quality Images and Fast Exam Times TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 9, 2020 – Clinicians at the University of California, San Diego Health now have access to Canon Medical Systems USA Inc.’s most advanced MR technology, the Vantage Galan 3T system, with Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE)…
August 11, 2020
Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. Partners With Zebra Medical Vision to Further Expand AI Offerings
Automated Imaging Analysis Technology Can Help Clinicians Provide Faster, Accurate Diagnoses; Integration Marks the Introduction of Zebra-Med’s Solution into the Modality Space TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 11, 2020 – Building on its commitment to providing customers with Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions that can be utilized across modalities in routine care, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. is…
August 10, 2020
Canon Medical Launches Mobile Digital X-ray System for Enhanced Versatility and Performance
SOLTUS 500 Includes New Features to Enhance Workflow and Productivity Without Sacrificing Image Quality TUSTIN, CALIF., Aug. 10, 2020 – Hospitals and healthcare facilities regularly require rapid imaging exams performed in a variety of complex situations, often at the patient’s bedside. With the launch of Canon Medical Systems USA Inc.’s all-new SOLTUS® 500 Mobile Digital…
July 22, 2020
Canon Medical’s 1.5T MR System Receives FDA Clearance for AI-Based Image Reconstruction Technology
Vantage Orian 1.5T the Latest System in Company’s Portfolio with Access to Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE) Tustin, Calif., July 22, 2020 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. has received 510(k) clearance on its Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE)* for the Vantage Orian 1.5T MR system, continuing to expand access to its new Deep Learning…
July 17, 2020
Canon Medical Introduces New Configuration of Aquilion ONE / GENESIS Edition – A Comprehensive Cardiac CT Solution Powered by Artificial Intelligence
New System Rounds Out CT Portfolio that Provides Clinicians with Innovative Cardiac Capabilities TUSTIN, Calif., July 17, 2020 – To meet the growing cardiovascular imaging needs of healthcare systems, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. is introducing a new configuration of the Aquilion ONE / GENESIS Edition – the Aquilion ONE / GENESIS SP – a…
July 10, 2020
Canon Medical Showcases Molecular Imaging Portfolio at First-Ever Virtual SNMMI
Unique Virtual Booth Will Include Augmented Reality, Simulated Product Demos and More Tustin, Calif., July 10, 2020 – At this year’s Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging’s (SNMMI) first-ever virtual annual meeting, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. is showcasing its molecular imaging portfolio, including the Cartesion Prime digital PET/CT and the Celesteion PureViSION Edition…
June 15, 2020
Canon Medical Receives FDA Clearance for Compressed SPEEDER Technology for 1.5T MR, Enabling Reduced Scan Times
New Software Version for Vantage Orian 1.5T Also Offers Cybersecurity Solutions to Protect Patient Data TUSTIN, Calif., June 15, 2020 – Hospitals and institutions are continually looking for ways to improve diagnostic imaging throughput, especially in today’s environment where disinfection of systems and rooms in between patients is crucial. Now, with the newly FDA-cleared Compressed…
May 18, 2020
Applications Open for ASRT Foundation and Canon Medical’s Safety FiRsT Grant Program
Award Provides Funding to Improve or Expand Technologist Safety ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The ASRT Foundation and Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. are now accepting applications for the 2020 Safety FiRsT® grant program, an initiative that provides funds for radiologic technologists to improve workplace safety measures. The Safety FiRsT program awards two ASRT members a workplace…
May 13, 2020
Canon Medical Partners With Surfacide to Provide Rapid Decontamination Solution for Imaging Systems
UV-C Decontamination Technology Can Decontaminate Imaging Equipment of Viral Infectious Diseases in Minutes TUSTIN, Calif., May 13, 2020 – Hospitals and institutions are regularly using imaging as a frontline tool for triaging patients, and disinfection after use can be time consuming when every second counts. To meet the need for fast decontamination, Canon Medical Systems…
May 6, 2020
Canon Medical Expands Educational and Training Opportunities, Focusing on Delivering Complimentary, Comprehensive Learning Tools
New Education and Training Support Web Portal Provides Customers Access to the Resources They Need, When They Need Them TUSTIN, CALIF., May 6, 2020 – To support customers and clinicians with quality online education and to promote access to training whenever and wherever they need it, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. has launched a new…
April 29, 2020
Canon Medical Launches CT Solution to Quickly and Safely Image Patients With Viral Infectious Diseases
Deployable CT Solutions + Rapid Decontamination Can Help Hospitals Isolate Patients and Decontaminate the System for More Effective Care TUSTIN, Calif., April 29, 2020 – In today’s challenging health care environment, radiology departments are often faced with the difficult decision of how to safely image patients who are suspected of being positive with infectious disease….
March 23, 2020
Canon Medical Receives FDA Clearance for Compressed SPEEDER Technology for 3T MR System
New Technology on the Vantage Galan 3T Can Help Clinicians Reduce Scan Times TUSTIN, CALIF., March 23, 2020 – Physicians can now scan faster with the newly FDA-cleared Compressed SPEEDER technology from Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. Available on the Vantage Galan 3T MR system, Compressed SPEEDER technology speeds up MRI scan times by reconstructing full…
March 18, 2020
Canon Medical’s 3T MR System Receives FDA Clearance for Artificial Intelligence-Based Image Reconstruction Technology
Vantage Galan 3T the First System in the MR Portfolio with Access to Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE) Tustin, Calif., March 18, 2020 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. has received 510(k) clearance on its Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE) for the Vantage Galan 3T MR system, further expanding access to its new Deep Learning…
February 27, 2020
Canon Medical to Commence Development of a Rapid Genetic Testing System for the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Ohtawara, Japan; February 27, 2020 – Canon Medical Systems Corporation (Canon Medical) announces the start of development of a rapid genetic testing system for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) reaffirming the company’s commitment to the basic research and development of rapid diagnostic test kits. This project is part of a research program focusing on the development…
February 19, 2020
Canon Medical Receives FDA Clearance for Aquilion ONE / PRISM Edition, Enabling Deep Learning Spectral Capabilities for Routine Use
Spectral CT with Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE) Empowers Physicians with Deep Intelligence to Enable Routine Confident Diagnoses TUSTIN, Calif., February 19, 2020 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. has received 510(k) clearance for the Aquilion ONE / PRISM Edition, enabling Deep Learning Spectral capabilities that allow for more routine spectral imaging. Designed for deep…
December 9, 2019
Canon Inc. Realigns Strategy to Prepare for Eye Care Systems Business Growth
Takes Advantage of Medical Imaging Company Expertise and Business Synergies TUSTIN, CA, December 9, 2019 – As part of Canon Inc.’s global medical business strategic realignment, the eye care business operations within Canon U.S.A. Inc. will transfer to Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. effective January 1, 2020. Canon’s shift in business operations will allow Canon…
December 4, 2019
Canon Medical’s Premium Ultrasound Platform Provides Greater Visualization to Support Clinical Confidence with New Enhancements
Updates Build on the Aplio i-series’ Comprehensive Ultrasound Liver Analysis Suite to Help Clinicians Deliver Accurate, Fast and Safe Imaging CHICAGO, Dec. 4, 2019 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. will showcase its premium AplioTM i-series ultrasound platform with updated features, including two new transducers and enhanced reporting tools, at this year’s Radiological Society of North America…
December 4, 2019
Canon Medical’s Alphenix Platform at the Forefront of Helping Hospitals Prepare for the Future of Interventional Medicine
Canon Medical to Showcase High-Definition Image Resolution Technology at RSNA 2019 CHICAGO, Dec. 4, 2019 – Since its launch in 2018, Canon Medical’s Alphenix platform has helped clinicians think beyond the traditional boundaries of interventional procedures, with its streamlined workflow, dose optimization and improved image resolutions. For example, the specialized team of neuroendovascular surgeons at…
December 3, 2019
Canon Medical Unveils New Educational Opportunities, Expanding on Promise to Deliver Customized, Comprehensive Learning Tools to Customers
New and Expanded Offerings Ensure Customers Have Access to the Resources They Need, When They Need Them CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2019 – Customers and clinicians can now access new high-quality education and training solutions thanks to expanded resources from Canon Medical Systems, Inc. Using Canon Medical’s 360° Learning model, customers can access the resources they…
December 3, 2019
Canon Medical Adds Capabilities to Newest Ultrasound Platform – Aplio a-series
New Software Release and Transducers Offer Optimized Functionality CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2019 – Building on its comprehensive suite of ultrasound offerings, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc.’s Aplio a-series, the newest line of ultrasound systems delivering high performance for multiple clinical uses at an affordable price point, is releasing software enhancements and new transducers, improving capabilities and…
December 2, 2019
Canon Medical Systems Wins IMV ServiceTrak Awards in CT, X-ray Interventional Cardiovascular and MR
The Six Canon Medical Awards Are Based on Over 2,000 Customer Surveys Conducted in 2018 and 2019 CHICAGO, Dec. 2, 2019 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. has earned six top awards for system performance and service according to data gathered during IMV’s 2018 and 2019 ServiceTrak customer surveys. The award in each category is…
December 2, 2019
Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging Installs Newly FDA-Cleared Cartesion Prime Digital PET/CT Scanner from Canon Medical
First Installation to Help Drive Advanced Clinical Insights, Expert Solutions and Business Performance at SDMI CHICAGO, Dec. 2, 2019 – Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging in Las Vegas is the first institution in the world to install Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc.’s all-new Cartesion Prime Digital PET/CT system. This installation will provide the initial clinical evaluation…
December 2, 2019
Canon Medical’s Compressed SPEEDER MR Technology Helps Clinicians Reduce Scan Time While Maintaining Image Resolution
MR Technology Accelerates Scan Time by Up to Four Times for Improved Patient Experience CHICAGO, Dec. 2, 2019 – Physicians can now scan faster while maintaining MR image resolution with Compressed SPEEDER technology (pending 510(k) clearance) from Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. Scan times in MRIs have historically been a challenge in clinical practices, where shorter…
December 2, 2019
Canon Inc. Realigns Global Medical Business Strategy
Further cements Canon’s efforts to prepare for future growth of its medical business TUSTIN, CA, December 2, 2019 – As part of Canon Inc.’s global medical business strategic realignment, the X-ray business operations within Canon U.S.A. Inc.’s wholly owned subsidiary Virtual Imaging, Inc. will transfer to Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. (CMSU) effective January 1,…
December 1, 2019
Canon Medical Introduces Aquilion ONE / PRISM Edition Combining Deep Learning Reconstruction and Wide-Area Spectral CT
Empowers Physician with Deep Intelligence to Enable Routine Confident Diagnosis CHICAGO, Dec. 1, 2019 – Combining the power of Canon Medical’s Advanced intelligent Clear IQ Engine (AiCE) with Deep Learning Spectral Reconstruction imaging capabilities, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. introduces the Aquilion ONE / PRISM Edition, a spectral CT system designed for deep intelligence. The…
December 1, 2019
Canon Medical Expands the Power of AI Across Imaging Modalities
Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE) Integrated Across CT and MR Systems CHICAGO, Dec. 1, 2019 – Bringing the power of AI to routine imaging, Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE), Canon Medical’s Deep Learning Reconstruction (DLR) technology, is now being integrated across a broader portfolio of scanners with a wider range of clinical applications across modalities….
December 1, 2019
Canon Medical Unveils New Comprehensive Cybersecurity Solution at RSNA 2019
Gateway Platinum Addresses Vulnerabilities with Multi-Level Solution and Windows 10 Compatibility CHICAGO, Dec. 1, 2019 – With more than 470,000 patient records exposed or stolen in January of 2018[i] alone, cyberattacks, viruses and other malicious threats are a growing challenge for healthcare providers. To help combat these types of attacks, today, Canon Medical Systems USA,…
November 18, 2019
Canon Medical Helps Health Care Providers Offer Personalized Care with New Digital PET/CT Scanner
Innovative Molecular Imaging Technology Augments Enhanced Clinical Insights and Expert Care While Maximizing Business Performance Tustin, Calif., Nov. 18, 2019 – At this year’s Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. is introducing the Cartesion Prime PET/CT system, a new premium Digital PET/CT scanner designed to help health care…
November 13, 2019
Canon Medical Supports Expert Forums on Advancements in Imaging Technology at RSNA 2019
Fourth Annual CME Symposia to Discuss Advances in MR & CT Imaging and Ultrasound Imaging for MSK and Sports Medicine CHICAGO, Nov. 13, 2019 – In an effort to help clinicians stay current with the latest advancements in medical imaging, Canon Medical Systems, USA, through an unrestricted educational grant, invites you to expert-led forums at…
October 22, 2019
Researchers Awarded 2019 Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc./RSNA Research Grants
Tustin, Calif., Oct. 22, 2019 – The Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Research & Education (R&E) Foundation awarded its 2019 Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc./ RSNA Research Seed Grant to Eric James Hohenwalter, M.D., and the 2019 Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc./RSNA Research Resident Grants to Arash Nazeri, M.D. and Aaron Benjamin Simon, M.D.,…
October 21, 2019
Canon Medical’s Ultra-High Resolution CT Receives FDA Clearance for Artificial Intelligence-Based Image Reconstruction Technology
Aquilion Precision the Latest System in CT Portfolio with Access to Advanced Intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE) Tustin, Calif., Oct. 21, 2019 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. has received 510(k) clearance on its Advanced Intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE) for the Aquilion PrecisionTM further expanding access to its new deep convolutional neural network (DCNN) image reconstruction…
October 15, 2019
Canon Medical Offers New Interventional Technology at an Affordable Price – Increasing Clinical Opportunities for Standalone Facilities
Alphenix Aero Package Provides Greater Accessibility to Premium Interventional Imaging Technology TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 15, 2019 – Office based labs (OBLs) and ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) require a fresh perspective from imaging vendors. The Alphenix Aero Package from Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. enables OBLs and ASCs to attain premium technology at a flexible price…
October 8, 2019
Canon Medical’s Alphenix ENCORE Plus Program Keeps Customers’ Technology Up-to-Date
Program Provides Latest Interventional Technology While Reducing Cost and Installation Time TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 7, 2019 – In the complex and fast-paced world of health care, customers face the challenge of staying up-to-date with the most advanced systems while also keeping costs down. Providers now have a solution: the Alphenix Encore Plus Program from Canon…
September 16, 2019
Canon Medical Offers Comprehensive Lung Cancer Screening Solution for Early Detection in High-Risk Patients
Majority of Canon Medical’s CT Portfolio Now FDA-Cleared for Low-Dose Lung Cancer Screening TUSTIN, Calif., September 16, 2019 – Lung cancer is the most common cancer worldwide, accounting for 2.1 million new cases and 1.8 million deaths in 2018.[i] The majority of Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc.’s CT portfolio has received 510(k) clearance for low-dose…
September 3, 2019
JACKSON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL FIRST IN FLORIDA TO LAUNCH NEW INNOVATIVE IMAGING TECHNOLOGY FOR CARDIAC CATHETERIZATION PROCEDURES
Miami, FL – Jackson Memorial Hospital celebrated the opening of two newly renovated cardiac catheterization suites during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 19. The suites feature the new state-of-the-art Alphenix Core+ from Canon Medical , which provides diverse imaging without compromising image quality or performance. Jackson Memorial is the first hospital in Florida offering this…
July 31, 2019
ENCORE Orian MR Upgrade from Canon Medical Brings Latest Technology to Existing Customers
Upgrade Program Enables Customers to Access Newest MR Innovations Without the Costs Associated with a New Installation TUSTIN, Calif., July 31, 2019 – Today, healthcare providers are challenged to offer the best possible patient care while lowering costs. Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. is helping to provide solutions for its customers with the launch of…
July 31, 2019
Canon Medical Showcased the Alphenix Platform at Premier Inc.’s Annual Breakthroughs Conference
TUSTIN, Calif., July 31, 2019 – The AlphenixTM platform is one of the medical innovations that was showcased in front of thousands of healthcare providers at Premier Inc.’s 2019 Breakthroughs Conference and Exhibition on June 18. Canon Medical’s Alphenix family of interventional systems was debuted during the conference’s 11th annual Innovation Celebration, an event recognizing…
July 22, 2019
WVU Medicine Installs First Alphenix 4D CT in the U.S.
Innovative Angiography Configuration Enhances Workflow and Opens Doors for New Interventional Procedures at the Facility TUSTIN, Calif., July 22, 2019 – The West Virginia University (WVU) Heart and Vascular Institute is the first hospital in the country to acquire the Alphenix 4D CT from Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. The system offers an innovative angiography configuration…
July 19, 2019
AHRA and Canon Medical Systems Continue Support of Medical Imaging Innovation with the 12th Annual Putting Patients First Program
Program Funds Grants to Help Advance Innovations in Health Care TUSTIN, Calif., July 19, 2019 – For the past twelve years, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. has partnered with AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management in support of the Putting Patients First program, awarding grants dedicated to improving patient care and developing best imaging…
July 15, 2019
St. Mary’s Launches New Interventional System
Enid, OK — Installation of an innovative cardiovascular imaging system in the Cardiac Catheterization/Interventional Radiology suite at St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center is now complete. The $1 million renovation project that began in April provides the hospital with industry-leading angiographic technology. The Alphenix angiography system from Canon Medical Systems USA includes stent enhancement capabilities which…
June 21, 2019
ASRT Names Canon Medical “Outstanding Promotional Partner”
Award Presented at Educational Symposium in Orlando, Fla. ORLANDO, FLA. – In a ceremony held just prior to the opening session of the American Society of Radiologic Technologist’s Educational Symposium, ASRT CEO and Executive Director Sal Martino, Ed.D., R.T.(R), FASRT, FASAE, CAE, presented an award to Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. naming the company an…
June 20, 2019
Canon Medical Showcases New Ultrasound Product Line at ASE 2019
New Aplio a-series Delivers Advanced Applications in Cardiac Imaging and Ergonomics at Affordable Price Point TUSTIN, Calif., June 20, 2019 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. is showcasing its innovative new line of ultrasound systems, the Aplio a-series, at this year’s American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) annual meeting. The new platform delivers high performance in…
June 18, 2019
Canon Medical Receives FDA Clearance for Deep Convolutional Neural Network Image Reconstruction Technology for CT
Advanced Intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE) Delivers High Spatial Resolution 3-5x Faster Than MBIR Tustin, Calif., June 18, 2019 – Building on its advanced image reconstruction technologies, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. has received 510(k) clearance on its new deep convolutional neural network (DCNN) image reconstruction technology, ushering in a new era for CT. Canon Medical’s…
June 11, 2019
Canon Medical Receives Innovative Technology Designation from Vizient for Its New Line of Interventional Systems – the Alphenix Platform
Designation recognizes products that bring improvements to the health care industry TUSTIN, Calif., June 11, 2019 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. announces its AlphenixTM family of interventional angiography systems has received a 2019 Innovative Technology designation from Vizient, Inc., the largest member-driven health care performance improvement company in the country. The designation was based on…
May 29, 2019
Applications Open for ASRT Foundation and Canon Medical’s Safety FiRsT Grant Program
Award Provides Funding to Improve or Expand Technologist Safety ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The ASRT Foundation and Canon Medical Systems are now accepting applications for the 2019 Safety FiRsT® grant program, an initiative that provides funds for radiologic technologists to improve workplace safety measures. The Safety FiRsT program awards two ASRT members a grant of up…
April 15, 2019
UC Davis Health Images First U.S. Patient Using Ultra-High Resolution CT with Canon Medical’s Aquilion Precision
Initial Global Use of the Aquilion Precision has Demonstrated Significantly Increased Visibility of Small Anatomical Structures TUSTIN, Calif., April 15, 2019 – University of California, Davis (UC Davis) Health is the first institution in the U.S. to use Ultra-High Resolution CT (UHR CT) for clinical imaging, thanks to the installation of the Aquilion PrecisionTM from…
April 5, 2019
Canon Medical Launches New Ultrasound Product Line at AIUM 2019
New Aplio a-series Delivers Ultrasound Market Advanced Technology, Ergonomics and Multipurpose Use at Attainable Price Point TUSTIN, Calif., April 5, 2019 – Building on its robust suite of ultrasound offerings, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. today introduces the Aplio a-series, a new line of ultrasound systems delivering high performance for multiple clinical uses at an…
March 22, 2019
Canon Medical Streamlines Workflow and Offers Advanced Imaging With New Angiography System at SIR 2019
New Alphenix 4D CT Configuration Addresses Interventional Radiology Needs TUSTIN, Calif., March 22, 2019 – At this year’s Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) 2019, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. is showcasing its new, advanced angiography configuration, the AlphenixTM 4D CT, which features its Alphenix Sky + C-arm and Hybrid Catheterization Tilt/Cradle Table for interventional…
March 20, 2019
Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare System Establishes Leadership in Cardiac Imaging on the West Coast with Acquisition of Canon Medical Systems’ Vantage Titan / Zen Edition
Latest Technology in Non-Contrast Cardiac MRI Imaging Combined with a Unique, Patient-Oriented Entertainment Feature Help Provide a More Comfortable Experience and a Wide Range of Capabilities TUSTIN, Calif., March 20, 2019 – Patients in Monterey County, Calif., now have access to quiet, comfortable MR exams thanks to the installation of the Vantage TitanTM / Zen…
March 19, 2019
Johns Hopkins Medicine First in U.S. to Install Canon Medical’s Aquilion Precision
World’s-First Ultra-High Resolution CT System Delivers Twice the Resolution of Today’s CT Systems TUSTIN, Calif., March 19, 2019 – Johns Hopkins Medicine now has access to the first Ultra-High Resolution CT (UHR CT) for research capabilities, delivering twice the resolution of today’s CT systems, thanks to the installation of the Aquilion PrecisionTM from Canon Medical…
March 15, 2019
Aquilion ONE / GENESIS Edition and Aquilion Prime SP Deliver Precise Imaging Capabilities to Help Plan Minimally Invasive Cardiac Treatment for Structural Heart Disease
Canon Medical Features Innovative CT Capabilities at ACC 2019 New Orleans, March 15, 2019 – From November 2011 – June 20131, approximately 12,200 patients underwent transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) across 299 hospitals in the U.S. alone. As the number of interventional procedures continues to grow, the AquilionTM ONE / GENESIS Edition and Aquilion Prime…
February 19, 2019
AHRA and Canon Medical Announce 2018 Putting Patients First Grant Winners
Eleventh Annual Program Awards Seven Grants to Health Care Facilities Across the Nation to Help Advance Patient Care TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 19, 2019 – Building on over a decade of commitment in helping health care facilities pursue greater patient care and safety, AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management and Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc….
February 11, 2019
Canon Medical Expands Radiation Therapy Options Across CT Systems to Maximize Scanner Utilization in Oncology
The RT Package, Now Available on Aquilion Prime SP, Aquilion Lightning 80 and the Aquilion LB, Helps Boost Workflow and Provides Tools for Oncology Planning TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 11, 2019 – In the patient-centric world of radiation oncology, it is critical that CT simulation is accessible, repeatable and flexible. To build on these values, Canon…
February 4, 2019
Canon Medical Systems Launches New Enhancements to Celesteion PET/CT System to Deliver Workflow and Image Quality Improvements
FDA-Cleared Software Includes New Acquisition and Reconstruction Techniques to Further Improve Image Quality and Help Reduce Dose TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 4, 2019 – Giving customers the latest tools to improve workflow and image quality, Canon Medical Systems is rolling out new enhancements to its CelesteionTM PET/CT system. The new software, which is available for new…
November 28, 2018
Gates Vascular Institute Leverages Canon Medical’s Aquilion ONE Technology Stroke Capabilities to Adhere to New AHA / ASA Stroke Guidelines
Comprehensive Stroke Evaluation Capabilities Available on Aquilion ONE / GENESIS Edition, to be Showcased at RSNA 2018 CHICAGO, Nov. 28, 2018 – In stroke, time saved on imaging is time gained in the treatment window. The recently updated guidelines from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association expand the window of time for clinicians…
November 28, 2018
Canon Medical’s Ultrasound Detail and Industry-Leading Depth Make It Easier for Clinicians to Image a Wide Range of Patients
Exclusive Aplio i-series Technology Enables up to 50cm Depth CHICAGO, Nov. 28, 2018 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. is showcasing its premium Aplio™ i-series ultrasound platform with the deepest penetration available on the market at this year’s Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting in Chicago, November 25 – 30, 2018 (Booth #1938, South Level…
November 27, 2018
Canon Medical Streamlines Fluoroscopy and Radiography Exams with Enhancements to Ultimax-i
New Features Showcased at RSNA 2018 Include Industry’s Only Single Console Solution for a Multipurpose System CHICAGO, Nov. 27, 2018 – The Ultimax™-i from Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. is now the only multipurpose system in the market equipped with a single console solution, to help clinicians streamline exams and create less steps. The system…
November 27, 2018
Canon Medical to Spotlight Comprehensive Cybersecurity Services at RSNA 2018
Multi-Layered Security Protection Features Innovative Technologies to Guard Patient Information CHICAGO, Nov. 27, 2018 – Cyberattacks, viruses and other malicious threats continue to increase in frequency and sophistication, with HIPAA Journal reporting that more than 400,000 healthcare records were exposed in January 2018 alone.1 To combat these types of attacks, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc….
November 27, 2018
Canon Medical Enhances Its Comprehensive Ultrasound Liver Analysis Suite to Help Clinicians Deliver Accurate, Fast and Safe Liver Imaging
Contrast Vector Imaging Received FDA Clearance for Premium Aplio i800 CHICAGO, Nov. 27, 2018 – Building on its comprehensive Liver Analysis Suite currently available on the Aplio™ i800 ultrasound system, today Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. introduces Contrast Vector Imaging (CVI) to provide additional information on Liver hemodynamics and expand the use of contrast enhanced…
November 26, 2018
Canon Medical Introduces 33 MHz Ultra-High Frequency Transducer to Help Expand the Clinical Applications of Ultrasound
New Transducer Delivers Highest Frequency on the Market CHICAGO, Nov. 26, 2018 – Expanding its advanced, high-performing Aplio™ i-series ultrasound platform, today Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. introduces the industry’s first 33 MHz ultra-high frequency linear iDMS transducer, providing extremely fine detail in the near field and the highest frequency on the market. The ultra-high frequency…
November 26, 2018
Canon Medical Streamlines Workflow and Enhances Patient Experience with Vantage Galan 3T Upgrades
New 3T MR Software Features Showcased at RSNA 2018 CHICAGO, Nov. 26, 2018 – Physicians now have access to enhanced MR imaging capabilities with updated features on the Vantage Galan™ 3T from Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. The Galan 3T now offers new software features to enable clinicians to streamline workflow by consolidating the usual…
November 26, 2018
Canon Medical Debuts All-New Alphenix 4D CT at RNSA 2018
Innovative New Combination Pairs Alphenix Sky + C-arm with Aquilion ONE / GENESIS Edition CT CHICAGO, Nov. 26, 2018 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. introduces a new, innovative angiography configuration featuring its Alphenix Sky + C-arm and Hybrid Catheterization Tilt/Cradle Table for interventional procedures with its innovative Aquilion™ ONE / GENESIS Edition CT system….
November 25, 2018
Canon Medical Forges New Ground with Deep Convolutional Neural Network Image Reconstruction for CT
Advanced Intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE) Delivers Advanced Image Quality with High Spatial Resolution CHICAGO, Nov. 25, 2018 – Building on its advanced image reconstruction technologies, today Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. introduces deep convolutional neural network (DCNN) image reconstruction, ushering in a new era for CT. Canon Medical’s Advanced Intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE) (pending 510(k)…
November 25, 2018
Canon Medical Launches New Premium MR System: Vantage Orian 1.5T
New System Features Help Improve Workflow and Deliver Clinical Confidence CHICAGO, Nov. 25, 2018 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. has announced the release of its new premium MRI system, Vantage Orian™ 1.5T, which will be showcased at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting in Chicago from November 25-30, 2018, Booth #1938….
November 25, 2018
Canon Medical Systems Launches New Line of Interventional Systems at RSNA 2018
The Alphenix Systems Feature All-New Hi-Def Imaging Detector with Highest Resolution in the Market to Help Clinicians See Fine Details CHICAGO, Nov. 25, 2018 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. is ushering in a new era of innovation in interventional imaging by introducing its next-generation of interventional systems – the Alphenix platform. The new flagship…
November 25, 2018
Canon Medical Introduces Collaborative Imaging for Improved Patient-Centric Care
Fusion of Multiple Imaging Modalities with Innovative Clinical Applications Helps Providers Improve Clinical, Operational and Financial Outcomes while Reducing Cybersecurity Risks CHICAGO, Nov. 25, 2018 – Today, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. launches Collaborative Imaging, a novel approach to health care that puts integrated imaging intelligence at the center of a patient’s journey – enabling…
November 5, 2018
Canon Medical to Support Expert Forums on Innovation in High Resolution Imaging, Novel Techniques for Liver Assessment
Third Annual CME Symposia at RSNA 2018 CHICAGO, Nov. 5, 2018 – Helping clinicians stay current with the latest advancements in medical imaging, Canon Medical Systems, USA and Applied Radiology invite you to expert-led forums at this year’s Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting November 25-30, 2018 in Chicago, IL. As an industry…
October 19, 2018
Canon Medical Showcases FDA-Cleared Aquilion Precision at ASTRO 2018
Ultra-High Resolution CT System May Help Expand Visualization of Disease TUSTIN, Calif., October 19, 2018 – At this year’s American Society of Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) annual meeting in San Antonio, Texas, October 21-24, 2018 (Booth #3737), Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. will showcase its recently FDA-cleared Aquilion PrecisionTM, the world’s first Ultra-High Resolution CT system….
October 8, 2018
Canon Medical Launches Healthy Sonographer Program
First-of-Its-Kind Program Aims to Help Prevent Sonographer Injuries While Enhancing Patient Care and Reducing Costs TUSTIN, Calif., October 8, 2018 – With up to 90 percent of clinical sonographers experiencing symptoms of work related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs)1, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. launched an all-new program designed to help reduce the leading causes of pain…
September 17, 2018
Jackson Memorial Hospital Installs Canon Medical Systems’ Aquilion ONE / GENESIS Edition to Improve Patient Care and Competitive Advantage
Innovative CT Technology Enables the Hospital to Expand Services to More Patients and Increase Exam Volume TUSTIN, Calif., September 17, 2018 – Clinicians at Jackson Memorial Hospital now have access to the latest in dynamic volume CT technology with the installation of the AquilionTM ONE / GENESIS Edition from Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. The…
July 31, 2018
Parrish Healthcare Installs First Canon Medical Systems’ MR Theater in the U.S.
Innovative, In-Bore Virtual Experience Enhances Patient Comfort TUSTIN, Calif., July 31, 2018 – Patients at the Parrish Healthcare Center in Titusville, Fla., are the first to have access to enhanced comfort during Magnetic Resonance (MR) exams thanks to the installation of the nation’s first Vantage TitanTM / Zen Edition 1.5T MR Theater from Canon Medical…
July 26, 2018
Slidell Memorial Hospital Installs Canon Medical’s Infinix-i Dual Plane to Support Advanced Coronary and Peripheral Vascular Interventional Procedures
Innovative Angiography System Delivers Industry-Leading Dose Management Tools as a Part of Slidell’s New Patient-Focused Cath Lab TUSTIN, Calif., July 26, 2018 – Clinicians at Slidell Memorial Hospital in Slidell, Louisiana now have access to advanced diagnostic imaging to help them maximize flexibility, minimize exposure and optimize image quality during interventional procedures thanks to the…
July 24, 2018
AHRA and Canon Medical Systems Add Two Additional Grants to Putting Patients First Program as It Celebrates 11 Years of Improving Patient Care
Program Funds Eight Grants, Including New Categories for Oncology and Cybersecurity TUSTIN, Calif., July 24, 2018 – Building on a decade of commitment in helping health care facilities pursue greater patient care and safety, AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management and Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. announce the 11th annual Putting Patients First program,…
July 23, 2018
Pulaski Memorial Hospital Leads the Nation with First Install of Canon Medical Systems’ Vantage Titan / Zen Edition 1.5T
Critical Access Facility Opens New Suite to House Advanced MR System, Making Exams Comfortable for Patients TUSTIN, Calif., July 23, 2018 – Patients in Pulaski County, Indiana now have access to quiet, comfortable MR exams thanks to the installation of the Vantage TitanTM / Zen Edition 1.5T from Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. at Pulaski…
June 26, 2018
Canon Medical Systems Showcased Aplio i800 Ultrasound at Premier, Inc.’s Annual Breakthroughs Conference
Ultra-Premium Ultrasound System Features 24MHz Transducer and Expands Applications of Ultrasound in Dermatology, Rheumatology and Orthopedics TUSTIN, Calif., June 26, 2018 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. was chosen to showcase its AplioTM i800, the industry’s only 24 MHz transducer on an ultra-premium ultrasound system that can image over a wide range of clinical applications,…
June 7, 2018
American Society of Neuroradiology Honors Peter Chang, MD with Cornelius G. Dyke Memorial Award for Canon Medical Systems-Sponsored Research
American Society of Neuroradiology Honors Peter Chang, MD with Cornelius G. Dyke Memorial Award for Canon Medical Systems-Sponsored Research Deep Learning Tool is Accurate in Detection and Quantification of Hemorrhage on Non-Contrast CT, According to Research TUSTIN, Calif., June 7, 2018 – Peter Chang, MD, current neuroradiology fellow at UCSF and recently recruited co-director of the…
April 27, 2018
Applications Open for ASRT Foundation and Canon Medical Systems’ Safety FiRsT Grant Program
Award Provides Funding for Technologist Safety ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. April 27, 2018 – The ASRT Foundation and Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. are now accepting applications for the 2018 Safety FiRsT® grant program, an initiative that provides funds for workplace safety measures for radiologic technologists. The Safety FiRsT program awards two ASRT members a grant of…
April 9, 2018
Canon Medical Systems’ Aquilion Precision Receives FDA Clearance
The Ultra-High Resolution CT System Delivers Twice the Resolution of Today’s CT Systems TUSTIN, Calif., April 9, 2018 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc.’s newly FDA-cleared Aquilion PrecisionTM is the world’s first Ultra-High Resolution CT system (UHR CT). The system can resolve anatomy as small as 150 microns and is designed to provide more than…
March 24, 2018
New Aplio i600 Ultrasound System from Canon Medical Systems Receives FDA Clearance
Entry-Level System in Aplio i-series Family Helps Boost Diagnostic Confidence Thanks to Outstanding Imaging Clarity and Definition TUSTIN, Calif., March 24, 2018 – Health care professionals seeking a cost-effective imaging solution without compromising image quality can now leverage the newly FDA-cleared AplioTM i600 from Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. Combined with a full host of easy-to-use…
March 23, 2018
Canon Medical Systems’ Premium Ultrasound Provides New and Unique Features for a Wide Range of Liver Analysis
Industry’s Most Comprehensive Liver Analysis Suite with Attenuation Imaging and Shear Wave Dispersion TUSTIN, Calif., March 23, 2018 – A robust suite of quantitative tools to assess the spectrum of liver disease (including Steatosis, Inflammation and Cirrhosis) on Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc.’s premium AplioTM i800 ultrasound system received FDA clearance. The industry’s most comprehensive…
March 18, 2018
Canon Medical Systems’ Aquilion ONE / GENESIS Edition Delivers Full Suite of Acute Stroke Solutions
System Delivers Trio of CT Images (Non-Contrast, Angiogram and Perfusion) in Minutes; Aquilion ONE / GENESIS Edition on Display at SIR TUSTIN, Calif., March 18, 2018 – The Aquilion ONE TM / GENESIS Edition, capable of imaging the entire brain with a single 640-slice* rotation, covering 16 cm, gives clinicians the potential to diagnose…
March 17, 2018
Canon Medical Systems’ Angiography System Helps Interventional Radiologists Grow Radial Procedures
From PICC Line to Y90, Infinix-i Core + Empowers Riverside Medical Center Interventional Radiologist to Perform a Range of Advanced Clinical Procedures to Improve Patient Care TUSTIN, Calif., March 17, 2018 – Patients are experiencing less invasive, safe and efficient interventional procedures thanks to the innovative use of Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc.’s InfinixTM-i…
March 12, 2018
From Planning to Post-Op, Canon Medical Systems Delivers a Complete Suite of Structural Heart Imaging Solutions
TUSTIN, Calif., March 12, 2018 – From accurate, precise planning to successful implementation of aortic and mitral valve replacements and post-operative evaluation, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. delivers a complete suite of imaging solutions for structural heart interventions. Features such as the Volumetric Scan Mode on the AquilionTM ONE / GENESIS Edition, which enables the…
March 10, 2018
Canon Medical Systems Introduces New Version of its Aplio i900 Premium Cardiovascular Ultrasound
New 4D Imaging Features Enhance the Use of Ultrasound for Structural Heart Disease; Innovative System Receives FDA Clearance TUSTIN, Calif., March 10, 2018 – Expanding on its premium cardiovascular ultrasound system, which delivers a complete solution for structural heart analysis, Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. introduces a new version to its AplioTM i900. These new…
February 12, 2018
Canon Medical Systems’ Vantage Galan 3T XGO Edition with All-New Saturn X Gradient Receives FDA Clearance
TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 12, 2018 – Physicians now have access to more neuro and cardiac MR imaging capabilities with the Vantage Galan™ 3T XGO Edition from Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc. Outfitted with the all-new Saturn X Gradient, the system can provide up to 30 percent improved signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) for brain diffusion weighted imaging…
February 7, 2018
AHRA and Canon Medical Systems Announce 2017 Putting Patients First Grant Winners
TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 7, 2018 – The tenth annual Putting Patients First grant winners, announced by AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management and Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc., include one grant of up to $20,000 to an Integrated Delivery Network (IDN) and six grants of up to $7,500—three focused on pediatric imaging and three…
January 25, 2018
Canon Medical Systems Partners with QED to Accelerate Development of New, Innovative MRI Technology
TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 25, 2018 – Canon Medical Systems USA, Inc., in partnership with Quality Electrodynamics (QED), installed a Vantage GalanTM 3T MR system at the new QED Research Center in Mayfield Village, Ohio. The system, QED’s first research resource, is being utilized to image volunteers in efforts to develop new MR technologies, such as…
January 4, 2018
Canon Announces Corporate Name Change of Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation to Canon Medical Systems Corporation
TOKYO, January 4, 2018—Canon Inc. and Canon Medical Systems Corporation today announced the official corporate name (trade name) change of Canon Group Company Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation to Canon Medical Systems Corporation (hereafter referred to as Canon Medical Systems). Since joining the Canon Group in December 2016, Canon Medical Systems has been undertaking the procedures…
November 29, 2017
Toshiba Medical Launches New MR Solution to Enhance Oncology Radiation Therapy
Galan RT Solutions Offer Oncologists New Tools for Treatment Planning CHICAGO, Calif., Nov. 29, 2017 – Offering oncologists the high-quality tools they need for accurate and efficient radiation treatment planning, Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, introduces the Galan RT Solutions suite of radiation therapy tools, available on the premium Vantage GalanTM 3T MR system….
November 28, 2017
Toshiba Medical Launches New MR to Enhance Patient Comfort in Community Hospital Settings
Vantage Elan / Zen Edition 1.5T Delivers Smart Technology for Quiet, Fast and Accurate Exams CHICAGO, Nov. 28, 2017 – Addressing patients’ top MR imaging anxieties, Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, introduces its newest MR system, the Vantage Elan™ / Zen Edition 1.5T to deliver comfortable, effortless and efficient exams in healthcare facilities…
November 28, 2017
Healthcare Facilities Around the Country Are Providing Enhanced Oncology and Interventional Care Using Toshiba Medical’s Hybrid IR and CT System
Superior Clinical Capabilities of Infinix-i 4D CT Shown at 2017 RSNA CHICAGO, Nov. 28, 2017 – Healthcare centers around the country are realizing a new realm of clinical efficiency with the InfinixTM-i 4D CT system, which seamlessly integrates Interventional Radiology (IR) and CT. Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, will showcase the cutting-edge imaging system…
November 28, 2017
Toshiba Medical Expands Customer Education Solutions with Interactive Learning Tools Designed for the Modern Learner
Customized Ultrasound and Vascular Training Modules, a New Customer Interface and Learning Management System Upgrades among the Advancements Rolled Out CHICAGO, Nov. 28, 2017 – Helping healthcare providers stay current on CMEs and clinical education without impacting busy schedules, Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, introduces new educational tools and interactive learning resources. The new…
November 27, 2017
Toshiba Medical Introduces New CT System that Ensures Healthcare Providers Don’t Have to Choose Between High-Quality CT Images and Patient Safety
Aquilion Prime SP Features Enhanced Workflow Capabilities and Premium Imaging Technology for Every Patient CHICAGO, Nov. 27, 2017 – Offering healthcare providers a CT system with complete clinical capability, Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, introduces its new AquilionTM Prime SP. The CT system features advanced imaging technology from Toshiba Medical’s high-end CT systems, giving…
November 27, 2017
Toshiba Medical’s Aplio i-series Platform Delivers New Clinical Applications and Transducers to Help Clinicians Provide Quick, Efficient Diagnoses
Upgrades Demonstrate Image Quality and Workflow Enhancements to Premium Ultrasound Platform CHICAGO, Nov. 27, 2017 – As providers continue to expand their use of ultrasound to wider ranges of clinical applications, Toshiba Medical is showcasing upgrades (pending 510(k) clearance) across its premium AplioTM i-series ultrasound platform. The Aplio i-series is a highly advanced and scalable…
November 27, 2017
Toshiba Medical Enhances Multipurpose System to Simplify Exams and Prioritize Safety
Ultimax-i Brings Three Systems in One—Angio, RF and Digital Radiography—to a Compact Clinical Space with Versatile Overhead Tube and New Lightweight Wireless Detectors CHICAGO, Nov. 27, 2017 – Making it possible for health care providers to perform a wide-range of complex procedures within an R&F room space, Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, introduces new…
November 26, 2017
Toshiba Medical Introduces New Entry-Level Addition to Premium Aplio i-series Ultrasound Platform
The Aplio i600 Offers Improved Workflow and Performance Features with Processing Power Inherited from the Aplio i-series Platform CHICAGO, Nov. 26, 2017 – Demonstrating continued leadership in radiology with development of new technologies for today’s busy imaging departments, Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, showcases the AplioTM i600 (pending 510(k) clearance), the newest addition to…
November 26, 2017
Toshiba Medical Expands Neuro MR Capabilities with Advanced Gradient Offering
Vantage Galan 3T XGO Edition with All-New Saturn X Gradient Provides 30 Percent Increase in SNR During Neuro MR Exams CHICAGO, Nov. 26, 2017 – Building on its success with offering clinicians more advanced options for neuro MR imaging, Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, is demonstrating the Vantage Galan™ 3T XGO Edition with the…
November 26, 2017
Toshiba Medical’s Latest Innovation – Aquilion Precision – Provides More than Twice the Resolution of Today’s CT Systems
Company Demonstrates Ultra-High Resolution CT Exams for Advancements in Early Disease Detection CHICAGO, Nov. 26, 2017 – Marking a major technological milestone in medical imaging, Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, is showcasing the Aquilion PrecisionTM (pending 510(k) clearance), the world’s first Ultra-High Resolution CT (UHR CT) capable of resolving anatomy as small as 150…
November 6, 2017
Toshiba Medical to Support Expert Forums on Advances in Imaging Technology to Improve MSK, Stroke and Oncology Outcomes
Second Annual CME Symposia at RSNA 2017 CHICAGO, Nov. 6, 2017 – Helping clinicians stay current with the latest advancements in medical imaging, Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, and Applied Radiology invite you to expert-led forums at this year’s Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting. As an industry leader in advanced diagnostic…
October 31, 2017
Infinix-i 4D CT Offers Safe, Accurate and Fast Interventional Procedures at UnityPoint Health
Hospital Maintains Patient and Staff Safety with Toshiba Medical’s Hybrid IR Lab and CT TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 31, 2017 – Physicians at UnityPoint Health Methodist are now offering fast, safe and accurate interventional radiology (IR) and oncology procedures with the InfinixTM-i 4D CT system from Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company. Methodist utilizes the system…
October 11, 2017
OSF HealthCare Grows Pediatric Imaging Capabilities with New Toshiba Medical Ultrasound
Aplio i800 Delivers Exceptional Resolution and Imaging Clarity for a Wide Range of Pediatric Cases TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 11, 2017 – To expand ultrasound capabilities in its radiology department and offer safe, less invasive imaging to its pediatric patient population, OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center purchased an AplioTM i800 ultrasound system from Toshiba Medical,…
October 4, 2017
Toshiba Medical’s Portable Ultrasound Used in Second Pediatric Mission in Tanzania
Viamo Ultrasound Enables Cincinnati Children’s and Mending Kids to Provide Life-Changing Surgical Care to Underserved Community TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 4, 2017 – To provide lifesaving surgical care for sick children in one of the most underserved countries, 13 volunteers including 10 medical personnel from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center completed their second annual mission to…
September 29, 2017
Toshiba Medical’s Angiography Systems Help Enhance Interventional Procedures
Infinix-i Sky and Sky + Deliver Flexibility, Speed and Coverage TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 29, 2017 – Enabling clinicians to prioritize comfort, safety and efficiency for optimal interventional radiology procedures, Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, will showcase its InfinixTM-i Sky + and Infinix-i Sky angiography systems at this year’s OR Manager Conference in Orlando, October…
September 26, 2017
Enhancements to Toshiba Medical’s Premium CT Advances E.D. Imaging
Aquilion ONE GENESIS Edition Delivers New Clinical, Operational and Safety Features to Help Improve Emergency Department Patient Outcomes TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 26, 2017 – Healthcare providers now have access to fast and safe E.D. CT imaging with enhancements to the AquilionTM ONE / GENESIS Edition from Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company. The enhancement to…
September 22, 2017
Toshiba Medical’s Aquilion LB Enhancements Offer Accurate and Safe Oncology Radiation Therapy Planning
Widest Large Bore CT System Improves Oncology Patient Care with SEMAR and PUREViSION CT Detector TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 22, 2017 – Making CT for oncology radiation therapy planning comfortable, safe and precise, Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, will showcase its new advanced technology on its Aquilion™ LB CT system at this year’s American Society…
September 18, 2017
Cincinnati Children’s Acquires Advanced CT Technology to Improve Pediatric Patient Care
Aquilion ONE / GENESIS Edition Delivers Fast, Safe Exams for Young Patients TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 18, 2017 – Patients at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center now have access to the latest in dynamic volume CT technology with the installation of the AquilionTM ONE / GENESIS Edition from Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company. The system…
September 15, 2017
ASRT Foundation and Toshiba Medical Announce 2017 Safety FiRsT Grant Recipients
Healthcare Facilities Plan to Purchase Protective Aprons, Shields and Safety Equipment to Create a Safer Work Environment for Radiologic Technologists ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., September 15, 2017 — Mary Washington Hospital and Union Health-Union Hospital will both receive Safety FiRsT® grants to implement safety initiatives that will elevate technologist safety in the workplace. Launched in 2015 by…
September 12, 2017
Toshiba Medical’s Premium Ultrasound System Enhances MSK Imaging
Aplio i800 Provides Optimal Imaging Clarity and Definition to Help Make Quick and Confident MSK Diagnoses TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 12, 2017 – Making it easier for radiology and orthopedic centers to image musculoskeletal (MSK) structures, the premium AplioTM i800 ultrasound system from Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, enables quick imaging for confident diagnoses with…
August 15, 2017
St. Cloud Hospital Enhances Emergency Department Capabilities with Toshiba Medical’s Most Advanced CT
Aquilion ONE / GENESIS Edition Delivers Sharp Resolution and Fast Exams for Better Patient Care TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 15, 2017 – Central Minnesota residents now have access to advanced CT technology that is safe and fast at St. Cloud Hospital with the installation of the AquilionTM ONE / GENESIS Edition from Toshiba Medical, a Canon…
July 26, 2017
Moffitt Cancer Center Enhances Patient Care with Toshiba Medical’s Innovative Merging of IR and CT
Infinix-i 4D CT Streamlines Workflow So Clinicians Can Offer Faster and Safer Exams to More Patients TUSTIN, Calif., July 26, 2017 – Cancer patients at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Fla., now have access to advanced diagnostic imaging for fast and safe exams with the facility’s InfinixTM-i 4D CT system from Toshiba Medical, a Canon…
July 19, 2017
Floyd Medical Center Delivers Reliable Cardiac Ultrasound Exams with New Toshiba Medical Systems
Helping Clinicians Provide Accurate Diagnoses with Three Aplio 500 Platinum CVs and the Xario 200 Platinum Series TUSTIN, Calif., July 19, 2017 – To improve diagnostic confidence with clearer images and consistent exams, Floyd Medical Center in Rome, Ga., installed three new AplioTM 500 Platinum CV ultrasound systems from Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company,…
July 17, 2017
Gates Vascular Institute Saves More Than $5.4M Over Five Years by Leveraging Toshiba Medical’s Aquilion ONE Technology
Multiyear Stroke Study Shows Significant Improvements in Cost Savings and Patient Outcomes Realized by Utilizing Premium Area Detector CT Technology TUSTIN, Calif., July 17, 2017 – In five years, Kaleida Health’s Stroke Care Center (SCC) at the Gates Vascular Institute in Buffalo, N.Y., realized more than $5.4 million in cost savings by using the AquilionTM…
July 11, 2017
Toshiba Medical and AHRA Open Applications for Tenth Annual Putting Patients First Program
Grants Support Providers in Pursuit of Improved Patient Care and Safety in Diagnostic Imaging TUSTIN, Calif., July 11, 2017 – Building on a decade of financial aid for healthcare facilities pursuing greater patient care and safety, AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management and Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, announce the tenth year of…
July 7, 2017
Toshiba Medical’s Premium Dynamic Volume CT Transforms Clinical Confidence and Patient Experience
Aquilion ONE / GENESIS Edition Marks 10-Year History of Leadership in Area Detector CT TUSTIN, Calif., July 7, 2017 – Transforming the path to diagnosis for healthcare providers and their patients, Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, is showcasing its premium AquilionTM ONE / GENESIS Edition CT system at this year’s Society of Cardiovascular Computed…
July 7, 2017
Lancaster General Hospital Expands Cardiac Imaging Capabilities with Toshiba Medical’s Premium Aquilion ONE Technology
Delivering Faster and Safer Exams for Exceptional Workflow and Patient Care TUSTIN, Calif., July 7, 2017 – Cardiac patients at Lancaster General Hospital in Lancaster, Pa., can enjoy state-of-the-art CT technology for faster and safer exams with the facility’s AquilionTM ONE ViSION Edition system from Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company. With the premium system,…
June 21, 2017
Toshiba Medical Introduces New MR for Quiet, Comfortable and Complete Exams
Zen Edition Delivers Intelligent Technology to Enhance Productivity and Safety for MR Customers TUSTIN, Calif., June 21, 2017 – To ensure healthcare providers can deliver a quieter and more comfortable MR exam for every patient, Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, introduces its newest MR system, the Vantage Titan™ / Zen Edition 1.5T. The…
June 13, 2017
Capel Surgical Clinic & Vascular Center Saves Patients’ Limbs with Toshiba Medical’s Ultimax-i FPD
Simplifying Complex Procedures and Offering Better Care to Patients with Chronic Conditions with Advanced Multipurpose X-ray System TUSTIN, Calif., June 13, 2017 – The southern U.S. sees some of the highest numbers of chronic medical conditions, such as peripheral artery disease which can result in the loss of a limb. To help minimize amputations…
June 12, 2017
Toshiba Medical’s Premium Ultrasound Platform Enables Fast and Safe Liver Imaging
UC San Diego Health Uses the Aplio i-series’ Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound Package TUSTIN, Calif., June 12, 2017 – Physicians now have the powerful imaging technology they need for fast, safe and reliable evaluation of liver lesions with the premium AplioTM i-series ultrasound platform from Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company. With the recent expansion of LI-RADS®…
June 8, 2017
Toshiba Medical’s New Celesteion PET/CT Improves Resolution, Reconstruction; Offers Patient Comfort and Safety
TUSTIN, Calif., June 8, 2017 – Oncologists have access to advanced imaging technologies for excellent cancer patient care with the new Celesteion™ PUREViSION Edition PET/CT system from Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company. The newest edition of Celesteion allows for ease and efficiency in PET/CT, CT simulation and diagnostic CT exams, to help diagnose and…
June 2, 2017
Toshiba Medical’s Premium Cardiac Ultrasound Solution Helps Clinicians Improve Diagnostic Accuracy
The Aplio i900 Offers Clear Images, Enhanced Resolution and Penetration for Cardiac Cases TUSTIN, Calif., June 2, 2017 – When advanced cardiac ultrasound imaging is needed for fast and confident diagnoses, Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, will showcase its AplioTM i900 at this year’s American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) 2017 annual meeting in Baltimore,…
May 30, 2017
Toshiba Medical Angiography System Improves Patient Care and Workflow
Infinix-i Dual Plane Minimizes Time Spent Away from Patients and Maximizes Safety and Throughput TUSTIN, Calif., May 30, 2017 – For healthcare providers seeking versatile imaging technology for all angiography needs, Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company, will demonstrate its InfinixTM-i Dual Plane at this year’s New Cardiovascular Horizons (NCVH) 2017 annual meeting in New…
May 15, 2017
Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging Installs First Toshiba Medical Vantage Galan 3T
Designed for Patient Comfort; Makes Fast 3T MR Exams a Reality TUSTIN, Calif., May 15, 2017 – Patients in Las Vegas, Nev., now have access to cutting-edge 3T MR exams at Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging (SDMI) with the installation of the Vantage GalanTM 3T from Toshiba Medical, a Canon Group company. SDMI, one of the…
April 27, 2017
Toshiba Medical’s Next-Generation MRI System Installed in Science + Technology Park at Johns Hopkins
TUSTIN, Calif., April 27, 2017 – Toshiba Medical’s Vantage GalanTM 3T MR system has been installed in a new research facility, named “CAIRS” (Center for Advanced Imaging Research and Science), as part of the Science + Technology Park at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore, Md. A ribbon cutting opening ceremony was held at the newly opened…
April 20, 2017
Applications Open for ASRT Foundation and Toshiba Medical Safety FiRsT Grant Program
Provides Funding to Improve or Expand Technologist Safety ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., April 20, 2017 – The ASRT Foundation and Toshiba Medical have teamed up again to help improve technologist safety in radiology with the third annual Safety FiRsT® grant program. The Safety FiRsT program awards two ASRT members a grant of up to $7,000 each for…
April 20, 2017
Toshiba Medical’s Vantage Galan 3T MR Delivers Fast, Accurate Results
The Premium System Opens 3T MRI to New Possibilities in Routine and Advanced Imaging TUSTIN, Calif., April 20, 2017 – Offering a full range of advanced clinical applications for researchers, Toshiba Medical will demonstrate its most advanced MR technology, the Vantage GalanTM 3T, at this year’s International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (ISMRM) 2017…
April 19, 2017
Toshiba Medical Angiography System Enhances Patient Care in Interventional Labs
Infinix-i Core + Maximizes Flexibility, Reduces Exposure and Improves Image Quality TUSTIN, Calif., April 19, 2017 – Taking interventional cardiology and radiology to unprecedented levels of flexibility and patient access, Toshiba Medical will demonstrate its InfinixTM-i Core + at this year’s Emory Practical Intervention Course (EPIC-SEC) 2017 annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga., April 20–22, 2017….
April 18, 2017
Terrebonne General Medical Center Installs First Toshiba Medical Infinix-i Sky +
The Ceiling Mounted Double Sliding C-Arm System Enables Clinicians to Expand Cath Lab Capabilities with Fast, 3D Imaging Anywhere and Enhanced Workflow TUSTIN, Calif., April 18, 2017 – Patients at Terrebonne General Medical Center (TGMC) now have access to safe, high-quality interventional cardiac exams with the installation of Toshiba Medical’s InfinixTM-i Sky +. TGMC,…
April 17, 2017
Toshiba Medical Names Dan Skyba Director of Ultrasound Business Unit
TUSTIN, Calif., April 17, 2017 – Toshiba Medical announced that Dan Skyba has been named director of the Ultrasound Business Unit. In his new role, Skyba is responsible for developing and implementing tactical marketing programs that build on growth and profitability for the business unit. He will also manage competitive analysis and marketing strategies to…
April 12, 2017
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Expands Vascular Care with Toshiba Medical’s Hybrid Lab
The Infinix-i Sky + Offers Flexibility, Speed and 3D Imaging to Simplify Complex Vascular Exams TUSTIN, Calif., April 12, 2017 – To significantly expand its vascular program to provide patients with more confident and accurate interventional exams, Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in Dover, N.H., installed Toshiba Medical’s InfinixTM-i Sky + angiography system in its endovascular hybrid OR….
April 11, 2017
Toshiba Medical Launches New Aquilion Lightning CT with Slice Flexibility Ranging from 40 to 80 to 160
Offering Trusted Performance and a Smart Investment with a Small Footprint and High-Quality Images TUSTIN, Calif., April. 11, 2017 – Providers can now offer enhanced care and safe imaging to patients with a compact and economical solution thanks to Toshiba Medical’s AquilionTM Lightning 80 CT system. The 80-detector row (160 slice*) system is designed for…
April 10, 2017
Toshiba Medical and University of California, San Diego Collaborate on Advanced 3T MRI Research Project
TUSTIN, Calif., April 10, 2017 – Researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine now have access to Toshiba Medical’s most advanced MR technology for cutting edge research in the fields of neurology, musculoskeletal (MSK) and non-contrast MRA, leveraging Toshiba Medical’s all-new Vantage GalanTM 3T MR system as the key diagnostic tool….
April 3, 2017
CIS Expands Cardiac Ultrasound Capabilities with New Toshiba Medical Systems
Providing Safe and Confident Cardiac Imaging with 20 New Aplio 300 Platinum CVs and Upgrades to 20 Existing Toshiba Medical Ultrasound Systems TUSTIN, Calif., April 3, 2017 – To bolster its technology and treatment capabilities for coronary and peripheral artery diseases across all of its locations, Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) installed 20 new…
March 29, 2017
Gates Vascular Institute Performs 500th TAVR Procedure with Toshiba Medical’s Infinix-i
The Infinix-i Interventional X-ray Used to Perform Heart Procedure on 103-Year-Old Patient TUSTIN, Calif., March 29, 2017 – A Gates Vascular Institute (GVI) patient was able to celebrate her 103rd birthday after a successful transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedure using Toshiba Medical’s InfinixTM-i interventional X-ray system. GVI is a leader in TAVR and has…
March 27, 2017
Orthopedic Practice Improves Competitive Advantage with New Toshiba Medical MR System
High-Quality Imaging, Patient-Friendly Features and Efficient Throughput Enhance Patient Care at South County Orthopedic Specialists TUSTIN, Calif., March 27, 2017 ∅ Patients in need of MR imaging at South County Orthopedic Specialists can look forward to high-quality images and an enhanced experience with the recent installation of Toshiba Medical’s Vantage™ Elan 1.5T system. The full-service…
March 20, 2017
Toshiba Medical’s Aplio i-series Expands Ultrasound MSK Imaging Capabilities
Outstanding Image Quality and Intuitive Ergonomics Help Improve Diagnostic Confidence and Patient Care TUSTIN, Calif., March 20, 2017 — Radiologists can now enjoy the crystal-clear images they need for fast and reliable musculoskeletal (MSK) diagnoses with Toshiba Medical’s premium Aplio™ i-series ultrasound platform. The Aplio i-series’ powerful performance expands the utility of ultrasound for MSK…
March 17, 2017
Toshiba Medical’s New Premium Cardiovascular Ultrasound Receives FDA Clearance
The Aplio i900 Delivers Fast, High Quality Images for Better Diagnostic Confidence TUSTIN, Calif., March 17, 2017 — Cardiologists can now access the advanced ultrasound imaging technology needed for fast and confident diagnoses with Toshiba Medical’s Aplio™ i900. The newly FDA-cleared system is the latest addition to the premium Aplio i-series ultrasound platform, helping to…
March 17, 2017
Toshiba Medical’s Model-Based Iterative CT Reconstruction Helps Improve Cardiac Imaging
FIRST Helps Improve Image Quality and Reduce Dose TUSTIN, Calif., March 17, 2017 — Taking model-based iterative reconstruction (MBIR) beyond the research setting, Toshiba Medical will demonstrate its Forward projected model-based Iterative Reconstruction SoluTion (FIRST) for cardiac exams at this year’s American College of Cardiology (ACC) 2017 annual meeting in Washington, D.C., March 17–19, 2017…
March 8, 2017
Toshiba Medical’s Newest MRI System Tapped for UCI Brain Trauma Research
UCI Study Seeks to Identify Precursors to CTE in High School Football Players with the Vantage Galan 3T TUSTIN, Calif., March 8, 2017 — Researchers at the University of California, Irvine now have access to Toshiba Medical’s most advanced MR technology for their cutting edge neurology work investigating cerebral microbleeds (CMB) in high school…
March 6, 2017
Toshiba Medical Introduces Customized Preventative Maintenance Service Offering
The PM Only Service Agreement Maximizes System Performance and Fulfills CMS Directive and TJC Guidelines TUSTIN, Calif., March 6, 2017 — To ensure imaging systems are operating safely and at optimum performance with appropriate and preventative maintenance, Toshiba Medical introduces its customized PM Only Service Agreement to customers. The PM Only Service Agreement allows providers…
February 27, 2017
AHRA and Toshiba Medical Announce 2016 Putting Patients First Grant Winners
Ninth Annual Program Grant Total Reaches $555,000; 57 Grants TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 27, 2017 — Seven leading healthcare providers will be able to fund education and training programs to improve the patient experience and safety in diagnostic imaging, thanks to the ninth annual 2016 Putting Patients First grants. AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management…
January 30, 2017
Announcement of New Company Name
Otawara, Tochigi, Jan. 30, 2017 – Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation (Toshiba Medical; headquarters: Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan; President: Toshio Takiguchi) has decided on a new company name, “Canon Medical Systems Corporation”. The new company name will be officially introduced around the beginning of 2018 after regulatory procedures with the pharmaceutical and medical equipment authorities of…
December 19, 2016
Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation announces completion of acquisition by Canon Inc.
Otawara, Tochigi, Dec 19th, 2016 – As a result of the recent completion of the competition law process by Canon Inc. (Canon), Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation (Toshiba Medical) would like to announce that it has joined the Canon group as of today. As a Canon group company, Toshiba Medical will build a synergistic relationship based on…
December 12, 2016
Toshiba Medical’s Innovative MR Theater Helps Clinicians Enhance Patient Comfort
Immersive Virtual Experience Inside the Bore Helps Clinicians Put Patients at Ease TUSTIN, Calif., Dec. 12, 2016 – Patients undergoing MR exams will find a relaxing environment with Toshiba Medical’s new MR Theater. Creating an immersive virtual experience for patients, the new MR Theater gives patients a visual focal point to distract them from the…
December 1, 2016
Toshiba Medical’s New Education Tools Offer Custom, Flexible Learning
CHICAGO, Dec. 1, 2016 – Clinicians can now more easily keep pace with new technology and deliver improved patient care with advancements to Toshiba Medical’s educational offerings. The new tools and enhancements customize the education process and offer easy, affordable access to the industry’s best set of resources and accreditation opportunities. Toshiba Medical Partners with…
November 30, 2016
Toshiba Medical Offers Healthcare Providers of All Sizes High Quality Ultrasound Exams with a Cost-Effective System
Xario 100 Platinum Adapts to Numerous Clinical Settings for Fast, Reliable Ultrasound Imaging CHICAGO, Nov. 30, 2016 – Giving hospitals and imaging centers of any size the clinical benefits of high quality ultrasound technology within a cost-effective, easy-to-use system, Toshiba Medical is launching the XarioTM 100 Platinum Series. The entry-level ultrasound solution offers healthcare providers…
November 30, 2016
Community Hospital in Alabama Installs First Toshiba Medical Aquilion Lightning CT, Bringing Advanced Technology for Safer, Comfortable Exams
Powerful 50-kW Generator Provides High Quality Image CHICAGO, Nov. 30, 2016 – Patients at Community Hospital in Tallassee, Alabama now have access to safer, high-quality CT imaging with Toshiba Medical’s AquilionTM Lightning CT system. Community Hospital is the first healthcare provider in the United States to install the Aquilion Lightning with a new, more powerful…
November 29, 2016
Toshiba Medical Introduces New Compact Solution for Advanced Ultrasound Imaging
Xario 200 Platinum Delivers the Clinical Utility of High-End Ultrasound Systems to a Wide Range of Exams with SMI CHICAGO, Nov. 29, 2016 – Combining the clinical benefits of high-end ultrasound technology with user-friendly features in a small footprint, Toshiba Medical is introducing the XarioTM 200 Platinum Series. The compact premium ultrasound system enhances workflow…
November 29, 2016
Toshiba Medical Ships 1,200th Area Detector CT System Globally
New Aquilion ONE / GENESIS Edition CT Acquired by NIH TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 29, 2016 – For nearly a decade, Toshiba Medical has led the diagnostic imaging industry in area detector CT technology and is marking a major milestone with the 1,200th AquilionTM ONE area detector CT system shipped worldwide. From offering providers the world’s…
November 28, 2016
Toshiba Medical Launches New MR System for Efficient and Standardized Cardiac Exams
The Vantage Titan / cS Edition Receives FDA Clearance CHICAGO, Nov. 28, 2016 – Presenting significant improvements to cardiac MR imaging, Toshiba Medical’s Vantage Titan™ 1.5T / cS Edition with M-Power™ V3.6 software has received FDA clearance. The new system retains all the patient-friendly features of the Vantage Titan 1.5T MR with added technology to…
November 28, 2016
Toshiba Medical’s Fully Integrated Model-Based Iterative CT Reconstruction Receives FDA Clearance
FIRST Technology Improves Image Quality and Lowers Dose for Safer Exams CHICAGO, Nov. 28, 2016 – Model-based iterative reconstruction is now fast enough for customers’ clinical needs as Toshiba Medical’s Forward projected model-based Iterative Reconstruction SoluTion (FIRST) received FDA clearance. FIRST improves high contrast spatial resolution while reducing radiation dose up to 85.3 percent as…
November 27, 2016
Toshiba Medical Introduces Premium Ultrasound Systems to Enhance the Clinical Application of Ultrasound
Aplio i-series Features Improved Technology, Outstanding Image Quality and Intuitive Ergonomics for Better Diagnostic Confidence and Patient Care CHICAGO, Nov. 27, 2016 – Giving healthcare providers the dramatic performance improvements needed to expand the clinical utility of ultrasound, Toshiba Medical is launching the premium AplioTM i-series ultrasound platform. The Aplio i-series’ powerful performance helps increase…
November 27, 2016
Toshiba Medical’s New 3T MR Makes Quick Neuro Exams a Reality
Increased SNR on the Vantage Galan 3T Helps Shorten Exams and Improve Image Quality CHICAGO, Nov. 27, 2016 – Opening 3T MRI to new possibilities in routine and advanced imaging, Toshiba Medical launches the all-new Vantage GalanTM 3T. The system offers healthcare providers an everyday solution for high-quality 3T imaging that is fast and comfortable…
November 27, 2016
Toshiba Medical Transforms CT Imaging with the Launch of the Aquilion ONE / GENESIS Edition
Flagship CT System Introduces a New Standard in Area Detector CT That’s Sharper, Faster and Smaller CHICAGO, Nov. 27, 2016 – With the introduction of the AquilionTM ONE / GENESIS Edition, the new premium system from Toshiba Medical that builds upon a 10-year history of leadership in area detector CT, Toshiba Medical is transforming clinical…
November 21, 2016
Toshiba Medical Angiography Systems Help Clinicians Maximize Flexibility, Minimize Exposure and Optimize Image Quality in Interventional Radiology
Continuum of Systems Provide a Configuration to Fit Clinical and Patient Needs CHICAGO, Nov. 21, 2016 – Healthcare providers seeking versatile imaging technology for their angiography needs can find a customized solution with Toshiba Medical’s robust InfinixTM-i product line. From embolization, angioplasty, shunt repair or virtually any other image-guided procedure, including those in hybrid OR…
November 7, 2016
Toshiba to Host Expert Forums on the Latest in CT and Interventional Radiology Technology
First-Ever Symposia for Free Continuing Education Credits Offered at RSNA 2016 CHICAGO, Nov. 07, 2016 – Helping its customers stay in sync with the latest advancements in CT imaging and interventional radiology, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. and Applied Radiology invite you to expert-led forums at this year’s Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual…
October 4, 2016
Toshiba Introduces New Double Sliding C-Arm for Fast 3D Imaging Anywhere
Infinix-i Sky + With Ceiling Mounted Double Sliding C-Arm Delivers Clinical Freedom to Enhance Workflow TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 4, 2016 – Interventional labs now have an imaging system that provides clinicians flexibility to perform a wide array of procedures with the launch of Toshiba’s InfinixTM-i Sky +. The ceiling mounted system features a double sliding…
September 7, 2016
Toshiba’s Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound Offers Safer Exams and Helps Improve Diagnostic Confidence
Aplio 500 Platinum’s Contrast Ultrasound Capabilities Demonstrated During Live Case at ICUS TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 7, 2016 – To show the benefits of the recent FDA approval of ultrasound contrast for characterizing liver lesions in adults and pediatrics, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s AplioTM 500 Platinum ultrasound system, with its comprehensive contrast imaging package, will…
July 31, 2016
Toshiba and AHRA Open Applications for Ninth Annual Putting Patients First Program
Grants Help Providers Establish and Expand Initiatives to Improve Patient Care and Safety in Diagnostic Imaging TUSTIN, Calif., July 31, 2016 – Continuing their joint commitment in helping healthcare facilities improve patient care and safety, AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management and Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announce the ninth year of its Putting…
July 26, 2016
Saint Alphonsus Achieves Better Efficiency and Patient Care Across Network with Toshiba CT
Toshiba’s AquilionTM Family of CT Systems Streamlines Workflow and Enhances Patient Safety at Multiple Locations TUSTIN, Calif., July 26, 2016 – Saint Alphonsus Health System is improving its workflow and enhancing diagnostic quality and safety across its network with Toshiba’s AquilionTM CT systems. The healthcare system, serving communities throughout Idaho and Oregon, added a new…
May 25, 2016
CARTI Installs First Toshiba Infinix 4D CT to Seamlessly Integrate IR and CT
True CT Imaging Prior, During and After Interventional Procedures TUSTIN, Calif., May 25, 2016 – Cancer patients at the CARTI Cancer Center now have access to the latest innovation in diagnostic imaging with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s InfinixTM 4D CT. CARTI is the first healthcare provider in the United States to install the Infinix…
May 24, 2016
Toshiba Medical Research Institute USA, Inc. (TMRU) Receives WorldatWork Work-Life 2016 Seal of Distinction
TMRU Recognized for Outstanding Commitment to Employee Engagement and Work-Life Effectiveness WASHINGTON, D.C., May 24, 2016 – WorldatWork, a nonprofit HR association and compensation authority, is proud to announce that Toshiba Medical Research Institute USA, Inc. (TMRU) has earned the Work-Life Seal of Distinction for 2016. The seal is a unique mark of excellence designed…
May 18, 2016
Corona Regional Medical Center Enhances Its Diagnostic Imaging Offerings with New MR and CT Systems from Toshiba
Superior Image Quality, Patient-Friendly Features and Efficient Throughput Improve Patient Care and Satisfaction TUSTIN, Calif., May 18, 2016 – Patients undergoing CT and MR imaging at Corona Regional Medical Center will benefit from superior image quality, a better experience and safer exams with new MR and CT systems from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. The…
May 11, 2016
Toshiba’s Portable Ultrasound Provides Life-Changing Imaging During Pediatric Surgical Mission in Tanzania
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and Mending Kids Treat Children with Anorectal Malformations TUSTIN, Calif., May 11, 2016 – Children in Tanzania with devastating anorectal malformations received life-changing corrective surgeries with the help of Toshiba’s ultrasound during a recent mission conducted by Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. Imaging plays a crucial role in these procedures and Toshiba…
April 18, 2016
Toshiba’s Aquilion Lightning CT Receives FDA Clearance with More Powerful Generator
Low Cost of Ownership with Reliable, Advanced Technology and Patient-Friendly Features TUSTIN, Calif., April 18, 2016 – Providers can now image a wider range of patients with a low cost of ownership as Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s AquilionTM Lightning was FDA cleared with a more powerful 50-kW generator. The Aquilion Lightning meets the business…
April 12, 2016
Toshiba MRI System Tapped for Landmark UCI Study on Cerebral Microbleeds in High School Football Players
Study Will Seek to Identify Early Indicators of Brain Trauma Using MRI TUSTIN, Calif., April 12, 2016 – As chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) stands in the national spotlight for high impact sports, the University of California, Irvine has partnered with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. for a first-of-its-kind study of cerebral microbleeds (CMB) in high…
April 7, 2016
Toshiba’s Aplio Platinum Series Ultrasound Authorized as Secure by U.S. Department of Defense
Meets Network Security Guidelines, Mitigates Security Risks to Medical Imaging Technology TUSTIN, Calif., April 7, 2016 – Prioritizing the security of patient information, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has received authorization to operate (ATO) with the U.S. Air Force for its AplioTM Platinum Series ultrasound systems. Toshiba has previously secured Air Force ATO for its…
April 4, 2016
The Spine Hospital of Louisiana Expands Spinal Imaging Capabilities
First Hospital in the Nation to Choose Toshiba’s State-of-the-Art X-ray System Baton Rouge, La – March 31, 2016 – The Spine Hospital of Louisiana at The NeuroMedical Center is the first hospital in the nation to expand its clinical capabilities with the installation of the UltimaxTM-i FPD multipurpose system from Toshiba America Medical Systems. A…
March 31, 2016
Aquilion ONE Family’s Advanced CT Technology Helps Physicians Accurately Plan TAVR Procedures
Toshiba Showcases How CT Is a Cost Effective Solution to Helping Make TAVR Procedures More Efficient for Patients at ACC CHICAGO, March 31, 2016 – Accurate and precise anatomical information is crucial to successful TAVR procedures, and the advanced technologies of Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s AquilionTM ONE Family of CT systems deliver the visualization…
March 24, 2016
Toshiba Aplio 500 Platinum Ultrasound Utilized in Multi-Site Study Aims to Help Improve Pregnancy Outcomes
EVMS Researchers Use Toshiba’s Superb Micro-Vascular Imaging to Improve Visualization of Placenta Blood Vessels TUSTIN, Calif., March 24, 2016 – AplioTM 500 Platinum ultrasound systems from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., are being utilized in research to study the microvascularization of the placenta, placental tissue elasticity and placental calcification content. As part of an initiative…
March 7, 2016
Trinity Mother Frances Elevates Vascular Ultrasound Image Quality and Workflow with Toshiba’s Aplio 500 Platinum
Industry-Leading Depth and Detail Help Ensure That Clinicians Can Make a Confident Diagnosis TUSTIN, Calif., Mar. 7, 2016 – The Louis and Peaches Owen Heart Hospital at Trinity Mother Frances Hospitals and Clinics is providing its vascular surgery patients with fast, high-quality ultrasound exams using two new AplioTM 500 Platinum systems from Toshiba America Medical…
February 22, 2016
MDI Hospital Acquires Toshiba Ultrasound to Enable Safe and Less Invasive Exams
To perform more non-invasive exams with industry-leading depth and detail, Mount Desert Island (MDI) Hospital acquired the Aplio 500 Platinum ultrasound system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. MDI Hospital, based in Bar Harbor, Maine, is leveraging the Aplio 500 Platinum ultrasound system’s advanced visualization technology, including Shear Wave elastography, to measure liver tissue elasticity and help diagnose patients presenting with Hepatitis C.
February 16, 2016
Paris Cardiology Center Improves Cath Lab Offering with Toshiba’s Cardiovascular X-ray
Paris Cardiology Center in Paris, Texas, can now provide advanced image quality and more versatile offerings with the Infinix Elite cardiovascular X-ray system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. The system gives the facility the capabilities to perform the most advanced procedures and the reliability needed to serve a patient population spanning 100 miles across areas from northeast Texas to southeast Oklahoma.
February 9, 2016
Fox Valley Hematology and Oncology Advances Clinical Capabilities with Toshiba’s PET/CT System
Patients at Fox Valley Hematology and Oncology’s (FVHO) new cancer care center are receiving a better imaging experience and more accurate PET/CT scans with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Celesteion PET/CT system. The new FVHO Health and Wellness Center, which opened in September 2015, will use the Celesteion PET/CT system to image and plan treatment for cancer patients, as well as open up a new service line in the future for orthopedic imaging.
January 25, 2016
AHRA and Toshiba Announce 2015 Putting Patients First Grant Winners
Eighth Annual Program Grant Total Reaches $490,000; 50 Grants TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 25, 2016 – Seven leading healthcare providers have been selected as recipients of the eighth annual 2015 Putting Patients First grants, which will fund education and training programs to improve the patient experience and safety in diagnostic imaging. AHRA: The Association for Medical…
December 3, 2015
Radiology Education Evolves With Toshiba Resources for Better Real-World Preparation
New Tools and Upgrades Take Modern Approach to Educating Clinicians CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2015 – Clinicians can now more easily keep pace with new technology and deliver improved patient care with advancements to Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s educational offerings. The new tools and enhancements modernize the education process, provide better preparation for real-world clinical…
December 2, 2015
Toshiba Launches Industry’s First Interactive 3D Site Planning Tool: Envision 360
Dramatically Reduces Room Design and Planning Time and Helps Ensure Space Efficiency CHICAGO, Dec. 2, 2015 – Toshiba is making it easier to plan for system installation with Envision 360, the industry’s first interactive and real-time-customizable 3D planning tool. Envision 360 maximizes efficiency in the planning process and allows for real-time customization, reducing the time…
December 2, 2015
Toshiba’s MR Portfolio Is First to Meet Network Security Guidelines of the U.S. Department of Defense
Putting Customers First by Making Security Protection as the U.S. Armed Forces Standard CHICAGO, Dec. 2, 2015 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is the first manufacturer to have received authorization to operate (ATO) with the U.S. Air Force for its entire MR portfolio. Toshiba achieved ATO status for its Vantage TitanTM 1.5T and Vantage…
December 1, 2015
Toshiba Enhances Image Quality, Throughput and Patient Experience with Vantage Titan 3T Upgrades
Vantage Titan 3T/iS Edition’s Innovations Highlight Patient-Friendly Experience While Improving Results CHICAGO, Dec. 1, 2015 – To give customers the best possible experience for their patients while being mindful of their business needs, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is introducing the Vantage Titan™ 3T/intelligent Solution (iS) Edition MR system. The new system includes patient-friendly upgrades…
December 1, 2015
Toshiba’s New Cost-Effective Ultrasound Provides Outstanding Image Quality and Diagnostic Capabilities
The Xario 100 Offers Optimal Image Quality in a Smaller, Smarter and Simpler Ultrasound CHICAGO, Dec. 1, 2015 – Giving customers a worry-free experience and a cost-effective solution to help improve patient care, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., introduces the newest addition to its ultrasound portfolio. The XarioTM 100 is a small, versatile and easy-to-use…
December 1, 2015
Toshiba America Medical Systems and Ziehm Imaging Inc. Partner to Give Healthcare Providers Best-In-Class Fixed and Mobile C-arm Technology
Strategic Relationship Helps Customers Provide Superior Care to Cardiovascular Patients TUSTIN, Calif., Dec. 1, 2015 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is now making mobile C-arms available to its customers in the United States through a new partnership with Ziehm Imaging Inc. This strategic relationship offers customers a broader range of vascular and surgical imaging…
November 30, 2015
Toshiba Unveils First Fully Integrated, Easy-to-Use Model-Based Iterative Reconstruction
FIRST Technology Enhances Image Quality and Lowers Dose CHICAGO, Nov. 30, 2015 – Clinically viable model-based iterative reconstruction is now a reality with the launch of Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Forward projected model-based Iterative Reconstruction SoluTion (FIRST) (pending 510(k) clearance). FIRST improves image quality with significant noise reduction while reducing radiation dose and drastically…
November 30, 2015
Toshiba’s Infinix 4DCT Seamlessly Integrates IR and CT into One Solution
First Interventional Lab and CT System to Expand Minimally Invasive Procedures to Help Clinicians Improve Workflow and Maintain Patient Safety CHICAGO, Nov. 30, 2015 – The industry’s first seamless integration of interventional radiology (IR) and CT technology into one solution, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s InfinixTM 4DCT allows clinicians to plan, treat and verify in…
November 30, 2015
Toshiba’s 360° Reliance Puts Customers First with a Comprehensive Service and System Management Solution
Personalized Service and Productivity Tools Help Customers Maximize Their Investment CHICAGO, Nov. 30, 2015 – Expanding its 360° philosophy from safety to customer support, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is launching 360° Reliance, a comprehensive service and system management solution that maximizes system uptime and improves productivity. Toshiba’s industry-leading service offering combines personalized attention and…
November 29, 2015
Toshiba Delivers Improved Workflow and Visualization with Ultrasound Enhancements
Innovation 2016 for Aplio 500 Platinum Series May Help Expand Detection and Diagnosis with Less Invasive Ultrasound Procedures CHICAGO, Nov. 29, 2015 – Giving customers the tools to improve workflow and expand the clinical utility of ultrasound, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is providing enhancements to its AplioTM 500 Platinum Series ultrasound system with Innovation…
November 29, 2015
Toshiba’s Aquilion Lightning Lowers the Cost of Ownership for Entry-Level CT Systems
Reliability, Safety Features and Advanced Technology Make Lightning Ideal for Routine Imaging CHICAGO, Nov. 29, 2015 – Toshiba is reducing the cost of CT system ownership with the launch of the all-new Aquilion LightningTM. The reliable, premium-component, entry-level system provides an economic advantage for healthcare providers looking to maximize their equipment investment. The Aquilion Lightning…
November 29, 2015
Pulmonary MR Imaging Is Now Possible with Toshiba’s Ultrashort Echo Time Sequence
UTE Expands the Applications of MR CHICAGO, Nov. 29, 2015 – For the first time, providers now have a dedicated MR sequence for pulmonary imaging with the introduction of Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s ultrashort echo time (UTE). Available on the Vantage TitanTM 3T MR system, UTE allows clinicians to view anatomy that was previously…
November 12, 2015
ASRT Foundation and Toshiba Announce Winners of the Inaugural Safety FiRsT Grants
Winning Programs to Improve Technologist Safety TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 12, 2015 – Memorial Hospital of Converse County and Cook County North Shore Hospital and Care Center will improve technologist safety during diagnostic imaging procedures with the inaugural Safety FiRsT™ grants. Launched earlier this year by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Foundation and Toshiba…
October 20, 2015
Toshiba’s New Ultimax-i FPD Multipurpose System Expands Angiography Lab Capabilities
Small System Footprint Utilizes Existing Space to Improve Patient Access Without Major Renovation TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 20, 2015 – Expanding the clinical capabilities of limited R&F room space with the industry’s smallest tilting C-arm multipurpose system available, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. introduces the newest addition to its X-ray portfolio. The Ultimax™-i FPD multipurpose system…
October 13, 2015
Olea Medical to join Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation Group
Otawara, Japan, Oct. 13, 2015 – Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation (“Toshiba”) announced today that Toshiba has completed the acquisition of the outstanding shares of Olea Medical SA (“Olea”), following approval from the French Ministry of Economy. This acquisition enables Toshiba to accelerate the growth of its MRI business and offer new clinical added value to…
October 12, 2015
Indiana University Health Goshen Hospital Delivers More Comfortable Exams with Toshiba’s Quiet and Patient-Focused MRI
Vantage Titan 1.5T’s Open Bore, Noise-Reduction Technology and Non-Contrast Techniques Improve Patient Comfort and Safety TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 12, 2015 – To provide the best possible patient experience with superb image quality, Indiana University Health Goshen Hospital installed the Vantage TitanTM 1.5T MR system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. Goshen is a part of…
October 5, 2015
Oregon Health & Science University Offers Patients Advanced CT Imaging Capabilities with Toshiba’s Aquilion ONE ViSION Edition
World-Class Teaching Hospital and Research Center Installs First 640-Slice Volume CT System in Oregon TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 5, 2015 – Oregon Health & Science University now offers patients one of the most advanced CT imaging systems available with the installation of Toshiba’s AquilionTM ONE ViSION Edition. OHSU, a nationally prominent research university and Oregon’s only…
September 23, 2015
Gates Vascular Institute Uses Toshiba Systems to Provide Lifesaving Treatment to Stroke Patient
Infinix Cardiovascular X-ray and Aquilion ONE CT Help Facilitate Successful Angioplasty of Intracranial Stenosis TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 23, 2015 – Ronald Cooper of Sydney, Australia, suffered two small strokes and found his basilar artery 90 to 95 percent blocked. His local doctors placed him on medication that offered him little hope for improvement. After his…
July 27, 2015
Mercy Hospital Joplin Acquires Eight Toshiba Ultrasounds After Tornado Disaster
Aplio 300 Platinum Helps Mercy Hospital Joplin Deliver Confident Diagnoses with Industry-Leading Depth and Detail TUSTIN, Calif., July 27, 2015 – After a tornado decimated the hospital only four years ago, Mercy Hospital Joplin in Joplin, Mo., reopened its doors in March with a new, 900,000-square-foot facility with state-of-the-art equipment. Mercy Hospital Joplin, formerly St….
July 22, 2015
Toshiba Names Satrajit Misra Vice President of Marketing
TUSTIN, Calif., July 22, 2015 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced that Satrajit Misra has been named vice president, Marketing. Misra will be responsible for overseeing all business units, Corporate and Strategic Communications, Clinical Collaborations and Healthcare Economics with the goals of continuing Toshiba’s growth and maintaining its commitment to putting customers first. “Satrajit…
July 21, 2015
Toshiba and AHRA Launch Eighth Annual Putting Patients First Program
Grants Put Providers First in Effort to Improve Patient Care and Safety in Diagnostic Imaging TUSTIN, Calif., July 21, 2015 – Enabling healthcare facilities to develop and expand programs that deliver quality patient care, AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management and Toshiba announce the eighth year of its Putting Patients First Program. Putting Patients…
July 15, 2015
Meadows Regional Enhances Competitive Edge with Toshiba Imaging Systems
The Right Mix of Imaging Technology Drives Patient Referrals and Improves Care TUSTIN, Calif., July 15, 2015 – To differentiate itself from other providers in the region, Meadows Regional Medical Center in Vidalia, Ga., installed a completely new suite of advanced imaging systems from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. Meadows Regional acquired two AquilionTM ONE…
June 25, 2015
ASRT Foundation and Toshiba Launch the Safety FiRsT Grant Program
Provides Funding to Improve or Expand Technologist Safety TUSTIN, Calif., June 25, 2015 – To help improve technologist safety in radiology, the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Foundation and Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. have partnered to launch the Safety FiRsT™ grant program. The Safety FiRsT program is a new component of Toshiba’s focus…
June 22, 2015
Texas Children’s Hospital Utilizes Toshiba’s Aquilion ONE CT System in the Surgical Planning of Complex Conjoined Twins Separation
Volume Imaging and Unique Cardiac Scan Mode Help Develop Detailed 3D Modeling TUSTIN, Calif., June 22, 2015 – Texas Children’s Hospital successfully separated Knatalye Hope and Adeline Faith Mata in late February, completing one of the most complex conjoined twins separations ever. The procedure took months of planning, and Toshiba’s AquilionTM ONE CT system played…
June 8, 2015
Toshiba’s CT Vitality Is First Software to Automate CT Protocol Management
Enables Healthcare Networks to Manage CT Protocols for Better Efficiency and Safety TUSTIN, Calif., June 8, 2015 – For the first time, healthcare networks can now remotely manage CT protocols and capture valuable analytics that could improve safety with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s CT Vitality software. Part of the Vitality Solutions™ portfolio, CT Vitality…
June 5, 2015
Largest Outpatient Imaging Center in the U.S. Installs First Toshiba Celesteion PET/CT System
Steinberg Diagnostic Improves Patient Care and Establishes Local Leadership in Molecular Imaging TUSTIN, Calif., June 5, 2014 – One of the few PET/CT capable imaging facilities in the Las Vegas area, Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging (SDMI) has bolstered its capabilities by installing the first CelesteionTM PET/CT system in the U.S. from Toshiba America Medical Systems,…
June 1, 2015
Toshiba Helps Customers Go Beyond XR-29 Compliance with Assurance 360
Program Includes System Upgrades with Comprehensive Training and Support TUSTIN, Calif., June 1, 2015 – Toshiba’s new Assurance 360 program is making it easier for existing CT customers to lower radiation dose, improve their CT scanners’ performance and achieve compliance with the MITA Smart Dose standard, also known as XR-29. Assurance 360 not only updates…
May 29, 2015
Toshiba Boosts 3T MR Performance and Workflow with Software Upgrades
Enhancements to Toshiba’s Vantage Titan 3T MR Further Benefit Research and Clinical Use TUSTIN, Calif., May 29, 2015 – To meet both clinical and research needs of MR customers, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has implemented software and hardware upgrades for the Vantage TitanTM 3T MR imaging system. Available both for new Titan 3T MR…
May 11, 2015
Enhancements to Toshiba’s Aquilion ONE Family Improve Patient Safety
Software Upgrades to Toshiba’s Premier CT System Receive FDA Clearance TUSTIN, Calif., May 11, 2015 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s new detector and CT software enhancements for its AquilionTM ONE Family of CT systems, which are designed to offer customers the right technology to meet their business needs for improving patient safety, have received…
May 4, 2015
Bay Area Medical Center Optimizes Workflow and Improves Patient Experience with Toshiba’s Cardiovascular X-ray
Infinix Elite Improves Coverage and Provides Safer Exams for Patient and Clinician TUSTIN, Calif., May 4, 2015 – Bay Area Medical Center (BAMC) in Marinette, Wisconsin, can now provide its patients with efficient exams that eliminate the choice between safety and image quality with the InfinixTM Elite cardiovascular X-ray system from Toshiba America Medical Systems,…
April 29, 2015
Frost & Sullivan Names Toshiba America Medical Systems Inc. Medical Imaging Company of the Year, Recognizing Their Focus on Customer Partnerships
Toshiba’s value-based business model enables customers to leverage their vendor organization as a growth partner MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. — April 29, 2015 — Based on its ongoing analysis of the medical imaging market, Frost & Sullivan recognizes Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. with the 2015 North American Frost & Sullivan Award for Medical Imaging Company…
April 28, 2015
Toshiba Puts Pediatric Patients First by Offering 360 Degrees of Patient Safety
TUSTIN, Calif., April 28, 2015 – Toshiba understands that pediatric patients require specialized imaging solutions and provides 360 degrees of coverage, guidance and expertise to help keep them safe. Imaging children has many challenges, due to their unique requirements compared with adults, which is why Toshiba has created comprehensive solutions for a variety of pediatric…
April 22, 2015
Toshiba Names Maria Piazza Director of Ultrasound Business Unit
TUSTIN, Calif., April. 22, 2015 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced today that Maria Piazza has been named director, Ultrasound Business Unit. In her new role, Piazza is responsible for developing and implementing strategic marketing plans that drive growth and profitability for the business unit. She will also work closely with the Global Business…
March 18, 2015
Thomas Jefferson University Teaches Students Using Advanced Ultrasound Technology from Toshiba
TUSTIN, Calif., March 18, 2015 – Thomas Jefferson University (TJU) is giving its ultrasound students firsthand experience in advanced imaging technology with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s AplioTM Series. Home to one of the best ultrasound programs in the nation, TJU is utilizing four Aplio 300 SE ultrasounds and one Aplio 500 system to educate…
March 13, 2015
Toshiba’s Infinix 4DCT Receives FDA Clearance with Aquilion PRIME CT Configuration
TUSTIN, Calif., March 13, 2015 – Expanding the industry’s first seamless integration between interventional labs and CT technology, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s all-new InfinixTM 4DCT has received FDA clearance with the AquilionTM PRIME CT system configuration. This innovative combination of interventional labs and CT technology puts customers first by providing features and tools for…
March 13, 2015
Toshiba’s Aplio Platinum Series CV Helps Provide More Confident Cardiac Diagnoses
TUSTIN, Calif., March 13, 2015 – Physicians can deliver superior cardiac diagnoses at the patient’s side with the new AplioTM Platinum Series CV ultrasound systems from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. The Aplio 500 Platinum CV and Aplio 300 Platinum CV offer the most comprehensive suite of dedicated-cardiac technology in the market. They feature 2D…
March 12, 2015
Toshiba’s Aquilion ONE ViSION Edition Advances Cardiac Care
TUSTIN, Calif., March 12, 2015 – Clinicians can provide their patients with cardiac solutions with Toshiba’s AquilionTM ONE ViSION Edition CT system. The system is capable of aiding clinicians in diagnosing patients presenting with chest pain. “We understand our customers’ business and deliver diagnostic imaging solutions that help them achieve the Triple Aim of reform…
February 23, 2015
Toshiba Names Directors for MR and X-ray Vascular Business Units
TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 23, 2015 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced that it has named Guy Poloni as director, MR Business Unit, and Bill Newsom as director, X-ray Vascular Business Unit. They will be responsible for implementing strategic marketing plans that drive growth and profitability for their respective product lines. They will also interface…
February 17, 2015
Memorial Health Increases CT Exam Safety and Efficacy with Toshiba’s Aquilion ONE
TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 17, 2015 – Memorial University Medical Center in Savannah, Ga., is delivering higher-quality diagnoses to its emergency and trauma patients with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s AquilionTM ONE CT system. With the system’s Single Energy Metal Artifact Reduction (SEMAR) technology, streak artifacts from metal implants are minimized. “The Aquilion ONE has allowed…
January 26, 2015
AHRA and Toshiba Announce 2014 Putting Patients First Grant Winners
TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 26, 2015 – Seven leading healthcare providers were selected as recipients of 2014 Putting Patients First grants and now, using these grants, can create or expand education and training to improve the patient experience and safety in diagnostic imaging. In the seventh year of the grant program, AHRA: The Association for Medical…
January 8, 2015
Study Validates Non-Contrast Enhanced MRA for Detecting Renal Artery Stenosis
TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 8, 2015 – Non-contrast enhanced MR angiography (MRA) techniques have attracted interest in the medical community for diagnosing renal artery stenosis, as it eliminates the need for gadolinium-based contrast agents used with CT angiography (CTA). In an international multi-center trial REACT (REnal Artery Contrast-free Trial), Toshiba’s Time-Spatial Labeling Inversion Pulse (Time-SLIP) is…
December 10, 2014
Rex Healthcare Improves Blood Flow Visualization with Toshiba’s Aplio 500 and Superb Micro-Vascular Imaging
SMI Technology Allows Customers to See Low-Level Flows Without the Need for Contrast Agents TUSTIN, Calif., Dec. 10, 2014 – As Rex Healthcare looked to expand capabilities and further its position as a leader in vascular imaging, it acquired an Aplio™ 500 ultrasound system with Superb Micro-Vascular Imaging (SMI) from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc….
December 3, 2014
Toshiba Maximizes Workflow of R&F and X-ray Imaging
Enhancements to T.RAD and Kalare Optimize Time and Business Results CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2014 – Healthcare providers need X-ray systems that can deliver efficiency, accuracy and patient comfort. Toshiba understands its customers’ business and is improving the workflow and operational efficiency of its T.RADTM R&F and KalareTM X-ray systems. X-ray exams can be cumbersome for clinicians…
December 2, 2014
Toshiba’s New Aplio Platinum Series Helps Customers Consolidate Ultrasound Services
Allows System Standardization for Faster, Safer and More Affordable Care CHICAGO, Dec. 2, 2014 – Clinicians now have an ultrasound solution that helps them meet the goals of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) Triple Aim with the introduction of the new Aplio™ 300 and 500 Platinum Series from Toshiba America Medical Systems,…
December 2, 2014
Toshiba Delivers 360 Degrees of Patient Safety with CT System Enhancements
New Detector and Software Release Put Patients at the Forefront of Care CHICAGO, Dec. 2, 2014 – Giving customers the tools to lower dose and ensure safer CT imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is putting customers first by providing solutions to solve these challenges. Toshiba is offering enhancements across its AquilionTM ONE CT product…
December 1, 2014
Toshiba Provides 360 Degrees of Patient and Clinician Safety
Provides Customers with the Right Solutions to Improve Patient Satisfaction and Quality CHICAGO, Dec. 1, 2014 – Toshiba puts customers first by providing 360 degrees of coverage, guidance and expertise to meet the ever-changing legislative, technological and business demands due to healthcare reform. From corporate programs that support industry safety to system features that protect…
December 1, 2014
Toshiba’s All-New Vantage Elan 1.5T MR System Brings Feature-Rich MR Imaging to Community Settings
Efficiency and Productivity with a Comprehensive Suite of Innovative Applications CHICAGO, Dec. 1, 2014 – Smaller institutions should get all of the advantages of more costly MR imaging systems. Community hospitals can now provide their patients with a new, reliable and high-functioning MR system with the introduction of Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Vantage ElanTM…
November 30, 2014
Toshiba’s New Infinix 4DCT Seamlessly Integrates IR and CT into One Solution
Challenges the Status Quo in Minimally Invasive Procedures with Improved Workflow, Accuracy and Safety CHICAGO, Nov. 30, 2014 – As the first seamless integration between Interventional Radiology (IR) and CT technology, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s all-new InfinixTM 4DCT provides clinicians with faster, safer and more accurate interventions. With this innovative combination, healthcare providers can…
November 30, 2014
Toshiba Puts Customers First with Diagnostic Imaging Innovations
A New Product Introduction in Every Modality at RSNA CHICAGO, Nov. 30, 2014 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. understands its customers’ business and is introducing a new system in every modality at RSNA, allowing its customers to provide better care more efficiently. These new products are a part of Toshiba Group’s overall commitment to…
November 18, 2014
Toshiba America Medical Systems Inc. Awarded Innovative Technology Designation for Dose Tracking System at Novation Innovative Technology Expo
Annual Event Identifies Healthcare Products that Improve Patient Outcomes and Enhance Patient and Provider Safety TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 18, 2014 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced that its Dose Tracking System (DTS) was awarded the coveted Innovative Technology designation by Novation at its Innovative Technology Expo on Sept. 10, 2014, at the Irving Convention…
November 11, 2014
St. Mary’s Health Care System Expands Cardiac Imaging with Toshiba MR
Vantage Titan 1.5T MR Delivers More Efficient Cardiac Exams TUSTIN, Nov. 11, 2014 – To build leadership in the region for cardiac care, St. Mary’s Health Care System installed two Vantage TitanTM 1.5T MR systems from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. St. Mary’s utilizes the systems to enhance its cardiac imaging program and for advanced…
November 10, 2014
Safer Interventional Procedures with Enhancements to Toshiba’s Dose Tracking System
Clinicians See Radiation Exposure Like Never Before TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 10, 2014 – Measuring peak radiation skin dose during interventional procedures became a reality with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s introduction of Dose Tracking System (DTS), which helps make exams safer for patients. To expand clinical applications, Toshiba is introducing enhancements to DTS for the…
October 31, 2014
Toshiba’s Dose Tracking System Named Best Radiology Software by AuntMinnie.com
Dose Management Software Helps Clinicians Visualize Their Way to Safer Imaging TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 31, 2014 – The radiology community recognized Toshiba’s innovative Dose Tracking System (DTS) as it received the 2014 Minnies Award for Best Radiology Software from AuntMinnie.com. The award acknowledges the dose management optimizing tool, which helps deliver a safe and high-quality…
October 27, 2014
Toshiba’s New Celesteion PET/CT System Delivers a More Comfortable Patient Experience
PET/CT System with the Industry’s Largest Bore, Widest Field-of-View and Faster Imaging to Be Showcased at RSNA Tustin, Calif., Oct. 27, 2014 – Hospitals will now be able to provide their patients with a better PET/CT imaging experience with the FDA-cleared Celesteion from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. The versatile system combines high-performance PET and…
October 14, 2014
Customized Education at the Touch of a Button with Toshiba’s Performance Learning
Toshiba Becomes First Diagnostic Imaging Company with Medlantis Integration to Provide One-stop E-learning Destination TUSTIN, Calif., October 14, 2014 – To help its partners to continue offering the highest-quality care, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is providing comprehensive and customized education through its recently enhanced online learning center. The newly designed Toshiba Learning Center (ToshibaLearningCenter.com)…
October 10, 2014
Toshiba’s Nancy Gillen Named Industry Marketer of the Year
TUSTIN, Oct. 10, 2014 – Nancy Gillen, vice president, Marketing and Business Management at Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., was named Industry Marketer of the Year by Medical Marketing & Media (MM&M) during its annual awards ceremony on October 2, 2014, in New York. “This is a result of an amazing marketing team at Toshiba,…
October 6, 2014
Toshiba Gives Customers a Voice with New Advertising Campaign
Adapting to Healthcare Providers’ Needs in a Time of Reform TUSTIN, Oct. 6, 2014 – Healthcare providers are engaging with the medical imaging community in an entirely new way to solve the many challenges they face. In a new advertising campaign from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., the company is showing its customers how it…
September 29, 2014
St. Elizabeth Healthcare Study Shows Toshiba’s Smart Fusion Delivers Accurate Ultrasound-Guided Biopsies at Less Cost
More Efficient and Precise Exams Improve the Patient Experience TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 29, 2014 – A prospective clinical evaluation at St. Elizabeth Healthcare showed that Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Smart Fusion ultrasound technology gives clinicians a worry-free experience, delivering safer and more accurate guidance for liver and kidney lesion biopsies. Out of 35 biopsies…
September 8, 2014
Toshiba Collaborates with Johns Hopkins University on Big Data Healthcare Research
Center at Johns Hopkins Medical Campus Aims to Drive Better Patient Outcomes TOKYO, Sept. 8, 2014 – To further the potential of Big Data to predict and prevent illness, Toshiba Group has established the Toshiba Center for Big Data in Healthcare at the Science + Technology Park at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore, Md. The Center’s…
August 25, 2014
Toshiba Is First MR Manufacturer to Meet Network Security Guidelines of the U.S. Department of Defense
Putting Customers First, Toshiba Makes Security a Top Priority TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 25, 2014 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s MR systems have received approval to operate (ATO) with the U.S. Air Force. This makes Toshiba the only manufacturer to have fully certified MR systems (Vantage TitanTM 1.5T and Vantage Titan 3T) for use on…
August 12, 2014
Toshiba and AHRA Launch Seventh Annual Putting Patients First Program
Understanding the Business Needs of Providers, Grants Highlight Importance of Patient Care and Safety in Diagnostic Imaging TUSTIN, Calif., August 12, 2014 –Providing hospitals with resources and support to develop and improve patient care programs, AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management announces the seventh year of its Putting Patients First Program. Putting Patients First…
August 7, 2014
Toshiba’s New Technology Enables Blood Flow Visualization Never Thought Possible with Ultrasound
Superb Micro-Vascular Imaging Helps Clinicians Deliver a More Accurate Diagnosis Lake Buena Vista, Fla., Aug. 7, 2014 –Toshiba is making it possible for clinicians to use ultrasound to see the smallest vessels in and around areas like tumors and lymph nodes, giving them a new way to diagnose disease faster and non-invasively. Currently, physicians…
August 5, 2014
Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT) Announces Recipients of 2014 Toshiba Young Investigator Awards (YIA)
Vienna, Va., Aug. 5, 2014 – The Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT) announces the recipients of the 2014 Toshiba Young Investigator Awards (YIA), which were recently presented at the 9th Annual Scientific Meeting (SCCT2014), held July 10–13, 2014, in San Diego, Calif. Supported by an educational grant from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., the…
July 21, 2014
Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital Provides More Efficient Exams with Toshiba X-ray in New GI Lab
Kalare Offers High Image Quality and Flexibility to Meet Clinical Needs TUSTIN, Calif., July 21, 2014 – To offer pre- and postoperative care to patients all within one dedicated unit, Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital installed its third KalareTM X-ray system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. This system was installed in the recently renovated gastrointestinal (GI)…
July 7, 2014
Toshiba’s New Cardiovascular X-ray System Provides Uncompromised Imaging to Meet Facilities’ Clinical Needs
Toshiba Launches New Infinix Essential, Repositions Infinix Product Line to Meet Needs of Providers During Healthcare Reform TUSTIN, Calif., July 7, 2014 – Hospitals are now able to address their interventional cardiology needs with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s newest X-ray system, the InfinixTM Essential. As healthcare reform challenges hospitals to do more with less,…
July 2, 2014
Toshiba Introduces New MR Software for More Efficient Exams
Innovative Automated Tools for Vantage Titan 1.5T and 3T MR Customers with M-Power Enhance Productivity TUSTIN, Calif., July 2, 2014 – To ensure healthcare providers have access to the most advanced technology for efficient exams, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. introduces its newest M-Power software version for the Vantage TitanTM 1.5T MR system and a…
June 20, 2014
Toshiba’s Wall Motion Tracking Provides Worry-Free Experience with Accurate Analysis of Cardiac Function
Industry-Leading Depth and Detail Showcased at ASE PORTLAND, Ore., June 20, 2014 – To help identify early stages of cardiovascular disease, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase its AplioTM 500 CV, 300 CV and ArtidaTM with Wall Motion Tracking at this year’s American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) annual meeting in Portland, Ore., June 20–24,…
June 16, 2014
Cincinnati Children’s Enhances Pediatric Exams with 10 Toshiba Aplio 500 Ultrasounds
Systems Provide the Right Diagnosis on All Patients with Industry-Leading Depth and Detail TUSTIN, Calif., June 16, 2014 – Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center has advanced its pediatric imaging capabilities by adding 10 AplioTM 500 ultrasound systems from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. The facility is utilizing the Aplio 500 ultrasounds to perform high quality…
June 9, 2014
Toshiba Introduces New Patient-Friendly PET/CT System
Celesteion Delivers a More Comfortable Patient Experience with the Industry’s Largest Bore, Widest Field-of-View and Fastest Imaging TUSTIN, Calif., June 9, 2014 – Oncology departments can now provide their patients with a better PET/CT imaging experience using Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s all-new Celesteion (pending 510(k) clearance). The versatile system combines high performance PET and…
June 6, 2014
Toshiba’s Cardiovascular X-ray Provides Flexibility and Makes Exams Safer During Pediatric Interventions
Infinix-i Bi-Plane Capabilities Demonstrated During Live Case at PICS CHICAGO, June 6, 2014 – To demonstrate the ease of performing advanced pediatric procedures, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Infinix™-i bi-plane cardiovascular X-ray system will be used during a live pediatric case at the Pediatric and Adult Interventional Cardiac Symposium (PICS-AICS), June 7–10, 2014, in Chicago….
June 3, 2014
Toshiba’s Customer-Focused Ultrasound Business Outpaces U.S. Market for Second Consecutive Year
Aplio 500 Helps Drive Company’s 13 Percent Growth in Ultrasound Radiology Market According to Klein Biomedical Consultants TUSTIN, Calif., June 3, 2014 – Toshiba ultrasound systems put customers first with a worry-free experience, resulting in a 10 percent growth in its U.S. ultrasound business in 2013. According to Klein Biomedical Consultants, Inc.’s industry report published…
June 2, 2014
Toshiba’s Aquilion ONE Family Puts Customers First with the Industry’s Only Scalable Premium CT Solution
Unmatched Flexibility and Clinical Capabilities Designed for the New Healthcare Environment TUSTIN, Calif., June 2, 2014 – Leading healthcare providers now have a scalable top-tier CT solution with the launch of Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s AquilionTM ONE Family. As today’s healthcare providers strive for more efficient, accurate and safe patient care, the Aquilion ONE…
May 13, 2014
Patients at St. Luke’s Benefit from Low Dose, High-Image-Quality Exams
St. Luke’s Upgrades its Toshiba Aquilion 64 CT with VeloCT to Provide the Best CT Solution for Patients TUSTIN, Calif., May 13, 2014 – St. Luke’s Boise Medical Center provides safer CT exams to patients with the recent upgrade of its Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. AquilionTM 64 CT system. Providing an upgrade solution that…
April 29, 2014
Toshiba’s Cardiovascular X-ray Provides Greater Flexibility for South Georgia Medical Center
Better Patient Access and High Image Quality to Meet All Clinical Needs TUSTIN, Calif., April 29, 2014 – South Georgia Medical Center (SGMC) is now able to conduct faster, safer and more comfortable procedures using Toshiba’s cardiovascular X-ray systems. To serve patients during more than 2,500 diagnostic cardiac catheterizations and interventional procedures annually, SGMC installed…
April 21, 2014
Ochsner Medical Center Makes Interventional Procedures Safer, More Efficient with Toshiba Cardiovascular X-ray Technology
Adds a Toshiba Infinix DP-i and Hybrid OR Suite for Unparalleled Access and Coverage TUSTIN, Calif., April 21, 2014 – Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans is further improving patient safety and comfort in interventional cardiology by adding new equipment from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. Ochsner installed a new hybrid OR suite and an…
April 14, 2014
Toshiba Is First CT Manufacturer to Meet Security Guidelines of the U.S. Department of Defense for Connection to Air Force Network
TUSTIN, Calif., April 14, 2014 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. received approval to operate (ATO) with the U.S. Air Force, making Toshiba the only current manufacturer to have a fully certified CT system for use on the Air Force Network. By achieving ATO status, Toshiba met the Department of Defense’s stringent guidelines of ensuring…
March 29, 2014
Toshiba Delivers Industry-Leading Depth and Detail on New Sleek Ultrasound System
Xario 200 Lets Clinicians Focus on the Right Diagnosis for All Patients LAS VEGAS, March 29, 2014 – Hospitals and imaging centers of any size can now access premium image quality with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s XarioTM 200. The all-new ultrasound system is sleek and lightweight and takes the worry out of providing high-quality…
March 29, 2014
Toshiba’s MR Software Delivers Faster, Easier Cardiac Exams
CardioLine Enhances Efficiency and Productivity; Showcased at ACC WASHINGTON, D.C., March 29, 2014 – MR cardiac exams are faster and more accurate with new tools from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. CardioLine, now available on the Vantage TitanTM 1.5T and 3T MR systems, improves workflow and standardizes exams to meet the pressures of today’s cardiology…
March 28, 2014
Real-Time Dose Monitoring from Toshiba Makes Cardiac Interventions Safer
Dose Tracking System Optimizes Dose Management Like Never Before WASHINGTON, D.C., March 28, 2014 – With the unmatched flexibility to measure radiation peak skin dose in real time, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Dose Tracking System is the latest advancement in optimizing dose management for its InfinixTM-i cardiovascular X-ray systems during adult and pediatric interventional…
March 27, 2014
Pacific Vascular Adds 36 Toshiba Aplio 300 Ultrasounds
Provides Advanced Image Quality with Extensive Training and Support so Clinicians Can Focus on What Matters Most WASHINGTON, D.C., March 27, 2014 – Pacific Vascular, Inc. is providing its patients with the latest in ultrasound technology by acquiring 36 AplioTM 300 ultrasound systems from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. Across 12 facilities in Washington, Toshiba…
March 22, 2014
Toshiba’s Smart Fusion Ultrasound Technology Improves Interventional Accuracy
Successful Biopsies and Reduced Procedure Times Using Ultrasound-guidance; Showcased at SIR SAN DIEGO, Calif., March 22, 2014 – Ultrasound-guided biopsies are more accurate and safer with Toshiba’s Smart Fusion ultrasound technology, giving clinicians a worry-free experience to focus on what matters most. Toshiba will showcase Smart Fusion at this year’s Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) annual…
March 21, 2014
Toshiba’s Interventional X-Ray Technologies Create Safer Exams for Patients
Spot Fluoroscopy and Dose Tracking System Optimize Dose Management SAN DIEGO, Calif., March 21, 2014 – Committed to optimizing dose management for patients and clinicians during interventional procedures, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase its Spot Fluoroscopy technology and Dose Tracking System at this year’s Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) annual meeting. Both dose…
March 12, 2014
Toshiba’s Exclusive CT Myocardial Perfusion Helps Produce Faster and Safer Cardiac Diagnoses
Industry’s Best Solution Allows Clinicians to Visualize Myocardial Ischemia with CT TUSTIN, Calif., March 12, 2014 – To improve cardiac diagnoses with simplified dose reduction technology, Toshiba announces the FDA clearance of its industry-exclusive CT Myocardial Perfusion capability. Available on Toshiba’s AquilionTM ONE and Aquilion ONE ViSION Edition CT systems, Myocardial Perfusion allows clinicians to…
March 10, 2014
Houston Healthcare Makes CT Exams Safer with Toshiba’s PROTECT Program
Industry’s Best CT Solution Helps Houston Healthcare Lower CT Radiation Dose by Up to 65 Percent TUSTIN, Calif. March 10, 2014 – Houston Healthcare is putting patient safety first by offering low dose CT exams with the industry’s best solutions and a comprehensive dose management approach from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. Working in partnership…
February 4, 2014
Toshiba’s Aplio 500 Provides EPIC Imaging with Industry-Leading Depth and Detail
Systems Provide a Worry-Free Experience So Clinicians Can Focus on What Matters Most TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 4, 2014 – EPIC Imaging has enhanced its ultrasound capabilities by upgrading its fleet with nine AplioTM 500 ultrasound systems from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. The facility recently completed a significant overhaul of its ultrasound systems after conducting…
January 29, 2014
Our Lady of Lourdes Enhances Image Quality and Workflow with 14 Toshiba Aplio 500 Ultrasound Systems
Provides Industry-Leading Depth and Detail so Clinicians Can Focus on What Matters Most Tustin, Calif., Jan. 29, 2014 – Our Lady of Lourdes Memorial Hospital in Binghamton, N.Y. is providing its clinicians with a streamlined, worry-free experience by replacing its entire ultrasound fleet with 14 AplioTM 500s from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. By selecting…
January 27, 2014
AHRA and Toshiba Select 2013 Putting Patients First Grant Recipients
Demonstrating Its Understanding of Healthcare Business Needs, Toshiba Funds Education to Improve Patient Care and Safety TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 27, 2014 – Helping facilities develop or improve existing education and patient care initiatives in diagnostic imaging, AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management and Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced the seven recipients of the sixth…
January 21, 2014
Arizona Heart Foundation Expands Student Education with Nine Toshiba Ultrasound Units
Toshiba’s Aplio 500 and Viamo Ultrasound Systems Offer a Worry-Free Experience with Accurate Diagnoses and Industry-Leading Depth and Detail TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 21, 2014 – The Arizona Heart Foundation enhanced its School of Cardiac & Vascular Ultrasound by installing eight Toshiba AplioTM 500 ultrasound systems and one ViamoTM ultrasound to educate students with the most…
December 4, 2013
Toshiba’s New MR Technologies Make Exams Faster for Better Patient Care
Enhancements Include New Flexible Coils, 3T 32-Channel Head Coil and Rapid Transport System CHICAGO, Dec. 4, 2013 – To help healthcare providers image patients faster and more comfortably, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is introducing enhancements to its Vantage TitanTM MR product line. The new technologies improve workflow, image quality and patient comfort. Flexible Coils:…
December 4, 2013
Safer CT Exams with Toshiba’s Dose Reduction Technology
AIDR 3D Included on All New Aquilion CT Systems CHICAGO, Dec. 4, 2013 – Healthcare providers can now deliver the safest CT exam possible, as Toshiba Medical Systems’ most advanced dose reduction technology, Adaptive Iterative Dose Reduction 3D (AIDR 3D), comes standard on all new AquilionTM CT systems: Aquilion ONETM ViSION Edition, Aquilion ONE, Aquilion…
December 3, 2013
New Toshiba Ultrasound Technology Shows Blood Flow Like Never Before
Latest Innovation Will Give Clinicians a Worry-Free Experience So They Can Focus on What Matters Most CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2013 – Ultrasound will be able to depict blood flow with more detail and accuracy using Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s new innovative ultrasound technology (works-in-progress). This capability is the latest advancement to Toshiba’s premium Aplio™…
December 3, 2013
Toshiba’s Innovative MR Applications Improve Diagnostic Accuracy and Patient Safety
Vantage Titan Expands the Clinical Capabilities of MRI CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2013 – Clinicians can utilize MRI to diagnose more conditions with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s advanced applications for its Vantage Titan™ MR systems. Toshiba expands MR’s ability to visualize neurological conditions without contrast using Cerebral Spinal Fluid (CSF) Dynamics imaging and 3D Arterial…
December 3, 2013
Improved Workflow and Lower Cost of Ownership with Toshiba’s New Single-Panel RADREX-i Wireless X-ray
Flexibility of Lightweight Wireless Panel Makes Exams More Efficient CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2013 – To offer healthcare providers affordable X-ray technology that performs efficient exams, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is introducing a new single-panel RADREXTM-i Wireless digital radiographic (DR) X-ray system (FDA cleared). The RADREX-i Wireless single-panel is a new version of Toshiba’s digital,…
December 2, 2013
Toshiba CT Delivers More Consistent Results with Its Adaptive Diagnostics Technology
Helps Eliminate Variability in Scanning with the Industry’s Best Solutions CHICAGO, Dec. 2, 2013 – Lowering CT dose and improving workflow are not choices that clinicians should have to make, so Toshiba CT is putting customers first by providing the industry’s best solutions to solve these challenges. To make complex exams easier, lower dose and…
December 2, 2013
Toshiba Adds Flat Panel Detector to Kalare R&F X-ray for More Accurate Exams
Flexibility of System Improves Productivity and Patient Care with High Quality Images CHICAGO, Dec. 2, 2013 – Healthcare providers can improve their diagnostic confidence with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s more flexible KalareTM R&F digital X-ray system. Featuring a new 17ʺ x 17ʺ dynamic flat panel detector (works-in-progress), the system provides clinicians with distortion-free, high-quality…
December 2, 2013
Toshiba Upgrades MR Interface for Streamlined Exams
M-Power Interface Adds New Automated Tools that Help Improve the Patient Experience CHICAGO, Dec. 2, 2013 – Healthcare providers are able to do more with less and improve patient care thanks to Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s enhanced M-Power™ user interface. Toshiba’s M-Power interface simplifies MR scans by automatically guiding clinicians to complete exams accurately…
December 1, 2013
First-Ever Real-Time Monitoring of Skin Radiation Exposure Optimizes Dose Management for Patients and Clinicians
Safer Interventional Procedures with Toshiba’s Industry-First Dose Tracking System CHICAGO, Dec. 1, 2013 – For the first time ever, clinicians have the flexibility to track X-ray skin dose exposure in real time during interventional procedures with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Dose Tracking System. FDA cleared on Toshiba’s InfinixTM-i cardiovascular X-ray systems for use in…
November 25, 2013
Researchers Awarded 2013 Toshiba America Medical Systems/RSNA Grants
OAK BROOK, Ill., Nov. 25, 2013 – The Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Research & Education (R&E) Foundation awarded the 2013 Toshiba America Medical Systems/RSNA Research Seed Grant to Soterios Gyftopolous, M.D. and two 2013 Toshiba America Medical Systems/RSNA Research Resident Grants to Daniel S. Chow, M.D. and H. Benjamin Harvey, M.D., J.D. These…
November 20, 2013
Aquilion ONE Club Brings Users Together to Share Ideas, Improve Patient Care
Toshiba’s Aquilion ONE ViSION Edition, ONE and Premium CT Customers to Share Best Practices, Key Learnings TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 20, 2013 – Providing Aquilion™ ONE ViSION Edition, Aquilion ONE and Aquilion Premium customers with the opportunity to share best practices in CT imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announces the Aquilion ONE Club. The Aquilion…
November 19, 2013
A Better Patient Experience with Toshiba’s Quiet MR Technology
Pianissimo Addresses Patient and Business Needs of MR TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 19, 2013 – One of the biggest complaints patients have with MR imaging is the loud acoustic noise. The sound produced by the powerful gradients makes patients uncomfortable. This discomfort results in longer exams and sometimes poor image quality because patients can’t stay still….
November 18, 2013
A Faster, Smaller and Versatile CT Solution from Toshiba
All-New Aquilion PRIME Puts Customers First in Adapting to Changing Patient and Business Needs TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 18, 2013 – Healthcare providers searching for a CT system that offers the best in usability, dose management and scalability now have a solution with Toshiba’s all-new AquilionTM PRIME. The system delivers on customers’ clinical and financial needs…
November 18, 2013
Toshiba’s Aquilion ONE ViSION Edition Named Best New Radiology Device by AuntMinnie.com
Customers Come First with the Industry’s Best Solutions on Every CT Scanner TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 18, 2013 – The AquilionTM ONE ViSION Edition 640-slice CT scanner from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. received the 2013 Minnies Award for Best New Radiology Device from AuntMinnie.com. The award acknowledges the emphasis that Toshiba puts on providing the…
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…
October 28, 2013
Rush University Medical Center and Piedmont Heart Institute Show How Toshiba’s Cardiovascular X-ray Systems Improve Patient Care
Live Cases Performed Using Toshiba’s Infinix-i at TCT SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 28, 2013 – Physicians can produce more complete images while improving both patient and clinician safety with the InfinixTM-i cardiovascular X-ray systems from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. To demonstrate these capabilities, the system will be used in two live cases at the Transcatheter…
October 21, 2013
GVI Conducts Safer Exams Using Toshiba’s Cardiovascular X-ray Technologies
Infinix-i Cardiovascular System, Dose Management Technologies Showcased at TCT TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 21, 2013 – Gates Vascular Institute is now able to conduct safer exams using Spot Fluoroscopy, a cardiovascular X-ray dose management technology from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. GVI utilizes Spot Fluoroscopy with its InfinixTM-i bi-plane to reduce radiation exposure to both patients…
October 10, 2013
Toshiba’s Vantage Titan 3T MR Solves Patient and Clinical Challenges
Advanced Whole-Body MR Imaging Showcased at SCBT-MR TUCSON, Ariz., Oct. 10, 2013 – Body imaging becomes clearer and clinicians are able to diagnose diseases in a timely manner more accurately using Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Vantage Titan™ 3T MR. Toshiba will showcase its Titan 3T MR system at this year’s Society of Computed Body…
September 23, 2013
Toshiba’s New Aquilion Large Bore Offers Versatility for Radiology and Oncology
Widest Large Bore System Now with Advanced Dose Reduction Technologies ATLANTA, Sept. 23, 2013 – Expanding the clinical utility of CT with a low-dose, comfortable and versatile system, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will introduce its all-new, FDA-cleared Aquilion™ Large Bore CT System at this year’s American Society of Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) annual meeting in…
September 17, 2013
Penrose-St. Francis Expands Cardiac Care with Toshiba Ultrasound
Multiple Aplio 500 Ultrasound Systems Make Exams Easier to Perform, Provide More Accurate Diagnoses TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 17, 2013 – Penrose-St. Francis Health Services enhanced its cardiac ultrasound capabilities for better patient care by installing six Toshiba AplioTM 500 ultrasound systems. Penrose-St. Francis, part of Centura Health, selected the systems after a thorough evaluation and…
September 9, 2013
White Memorial Medical Center Delivers More Efficient Care with Toshiba’s Infinix-i
Infinix VF-i Single Plane Offers Greater Patient Access During Vascular X-ray Procedures TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 9, 2013 – White Memorial Medical Center is now able to respond to the directives of healthcare reform, conducting faster and safer procedures, using Toshiba’s InfinixTM VF-i single plane cardiovascular X-ray system. The 353-bed, not-for-profit hospital in East Los Angeles…
August 26, 2013
Toshiba Installs 1,600th Vantage MR Worldwide
Winn Army Hospital Enhances Image Quality, Produces More Comfortable Exams with Titan 3T TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 26, 2013 – Injured soldiers returning from combat now have access to more advanced and comfortable MR technology with Toshiba’s Vantage TitanTM 3T MR. Winn Army Community Hospital, a TRICARE military treatment facility in Fort Stewart, Ga., installed the…
August 6, 2013
PINNACLEHEALTH USES TOSHIBA WIRELESS X-RAY FOR SAFER, MORE EFFICIENT EXAMS
RADREX-i Wireless Improves Workflow and Patient Care TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 6, 2013 – Offering its clinicians more flexibility while improving patient safety and workflow, PinnacleHealth installed a RADREXTM-i Wireless digital radiographic (DR) X-ray system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. PinnacleHealth utilizes the system for a variety of general exams, including orthopedic, pediatric and bariatric…
August 5, 2013
THE IOWA CLINIC MAKES EXAMS SAFER WITH TOSHIBA CT TECHNOLOGY
Aquilion PRIME 80 and VeloCT Upgrade Reduce Radiation Across Exams TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 5, 2013 – Lowering radiation dose and ensuring patient safety in an outpatient setting, The Iowa Clinic installed an AquilionTM PRIME 80 CT system and upgraded its Aquilion 64 with VeloCT from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. As a result, The Iowa…
July 31, 2013
TOSHIBA’S MR CUSTOMER LOYALTY PROGRAM DELIVERS PATHWAY TO ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
TUSTIN, Calif., July 31, 2013 – Toshiba offers its loyal Vantage MR customers a unique pathway to acquire a state-of-the-art MR system at a fraction of the cost of a new system. Through Toshiba’s ENCORE Titan customer loyalty program, VantageTM 1.5T MR customers can now upgrade their current system to the Vantage TitanTM 1.5T with…
July 30, 2013
JAMESON HOSPITAL INSTALLS FIRST TOSHIBA RADREX-i WIRELESS X-RAY
Also Acquires Aquilion Premium CT to Enhance Patient Care and Safety in New ED TUSTIN, Calif., July 30, 2013 – Jameson Hospital, in New Castle, Pa., opened a brand new emergency department (ED) to bring advanced healthcare to its patient population. As part of the new facility, Jameson installed the first RADREXTM-i Wireless digital radiographic…
July 29, 2013
AHRA AND TOSHIBA LAUNCH SIXTH ANNUAL PUTTING PATIENTS FIRST PROGRAM
Grants Focused on Education, Improving Patient Care TUSTIN, Calif., July 29, 2013 – Providing hospitals with resources to expand or create education and patient care initiatives, AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management announces the sixth year of its Putting Patients First Program. Putting Patients First grants enable healthcare facilities to fund programs, training or…
July 22, 2013
TOSHIBA PARTNERS WITH UNFORS RAYSAFE TO HELP MAKE CARDIOVASCULAR X-RAY PROCEDURES SAFER FOR CLINICAL STAFF
RaySafe i2 Now Available on Toshiba Infinix-i Systems TUSTIN, Calif., July 22, 2013 – To improve clinical staff safety during interventional procedures and help monitor radiation dose, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has partnered with Unfors RaySafe, Inc. to offer a new dose monitoring and management tool for Infinix™-i cardiovascular X-ray systems. The Unfors RaySafe…
July 15, 2013
TOSHIBA NAMES X-RAY VASCULAR BUSINESS UNIT DIRECTOR
TUSTIN, Calif., July 15, 2013 – Enhancing its product leadership team, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has named David Sloop director, X-ray Vascular Business Unit. Sloop will be responsible for implementing strategic marketing plans to drive growth and profitability of Toshiba’s X-ray Vascular product line. “David Sloop came to Toshiba in 2012 with 22 years…
July 8, 2013
GORILLA DOCTORS USES TOSHIBA ULTRASOUND TO HELP SAVE ENDANGERED SPECIES
Viamo Used to Treat Injured and Ill Gorillas in Africa TUSTIN, Calif., July 8, 2013 – To help save the lives of injured and ill mountain and Grauer’s gorillas and to sustain their populations in Rwanda, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, Gorilla Doctors is using the ViamoTM ultrasound system, donated by Toshiba America…
June 28, 2013
TOSHIBA CARDIAC ULTRASOUND IMPROVES VISUALIZATION, DIAGNOSTIC ACCURACY
New Aplio 500 CV and 300 CV Showcased at ASE MINNEAPOLIS, June 28, 2013 –To improve exam efficiency and increase accuracy of cardiovascular disease diagnoses, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase its AplioTM 500 CV, 300 CV and ArtidaTM ultrasound systems at this year’s American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) annual meeting in Minneapolis, June…
June 26, 2013
TOSHIBA’S APLIO 500 ULTRASOUND SYSTEM NAMED BEST IN KLAS
TUSTIN, Calif., June 26, 2013 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s AplioTM 500 received top ranking in the Ultrasound – General Imaging category in the 2013 Best in KLAS Awards: Medical Equipment & Infrastructure. “We’re seeing real movement in the market,” said Kent Gale, KLAS founder and VP of medical imaging and equipment. “It’s a…
June 17, 2013
PARK NICOLLET PARTNERS WITH TOSHIBA TO IMPROVE PATIENT CARE
Three-Year, Multimodality Agreement Puts Patient Safety First TUSTIN, Calif., June 17, 2013 – As part of a health system comprised of more than 25 health clinics and hospitals, Park Nicollet needed a diagnostic imaging partner that could help deliver quality care across exams and facilities. To meet these needs, Park Nicollet entered into a three-year…
June 12, 2013
TOSHIBA ULTRASOUND HELPS RESEARCH CAUSE OF SUDDEN CARDIAC DEATH
Aplio 500 CV Used to Identify Leading Cause of Death in High School Athletes TUSTIN, Calif., June 12, 2013 – Sudden cardiac death (SCD) is the leading cause of death in high school-aged athletes. To determine if SCD can be prevented with a heart screening, The Christ Hospital Health Network (Cincinnati, Ohio), The University of…
June 10, 2013
SUMMA AKRON CITY HOSPITAL ADVANCES PATIENT CARE WITH TOSHIBA IMAGING SYSTEMS
Aquilion ONE CT and Infinix-i Cardiovascular X-ray Improve Treatment Planning, Intervention and Safety TUSTIN, Calif., June 10, 2013 – As a level-one trauma and accredited stroke center, time is critical at Summa Health System’s Akron City Hospital, located in Akron, Ohio. To provide the highest level of patient care, the hospital installed an AquilionTM ONE…
June 4, 2013
USERS GET GREATER FLEXIBILITY, PATIENT ACCESS FOR SURGICAL AND INTERVENTIONAL PROCEDURES
Combination of Infinix DP-i with Hybrid Table Creates More Versatile Hybrid Labs NEW ORLEANS, June 4, 2013 – In hybrid operating rooms (ORs), hospitals require a flexible cardiovascular X-ray system and table to allow both surgical and interventional procedures to be performed. Creating an ideal combination, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s InfinixTM DP-i X-ray system…
May 30, 2013
ADVANCED IMAGE QUALITY AND SUPERIOR ERGONOMICS WITH TOSHIBA ULTRASOUND
Aplio 500, 300 and Viamo Showcased at Vascular Annual Meeting SAN FRANCISCO, May 30, 2013 – Meeting the demands of changing patient needs, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will be showcasing the AplioTM 500, Aplio 300 and ViamoTM ultrasound systems at this year’s Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) Vascular Annual Meeting (VAM), May 30 to…
May 29, 2013
TOSHIBA CARDIAC ULTRASOUND TOP RATED IN KLAS REPORT
Aplio 500 CV Recognized for Its Image Quality, Functionality, Workflow and Ergonomics TUSTIN, Calif., May 29, 2013 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s AplioTM 500 CV cardiac ultrasound system was ranked as the top performer in KLAS’ “Echocardiography 2013: 2D or not 2D?” report. Toshiba received top scores in 18 out of 25 attributes. In…
May 28, 2013
TOSHIBA NAMES MR BUSINESS UNIT DIRECTOR
TUSTIN, Calif., May 28, 2013 – Continuing its focus on meeting customer needs, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. named Beverly Plost director, MR Business Unit. Plost will be responsible for implementing strategic marketing plans to drive growth and profitability of Toshiba’s MR product line. Plost will also interface with Toshiba’s global business unit at Toshiba…
May 22, 2013
TOSHIBA’S PATIENT-FOCUSED ULTRASOUND ACHIEVES 28 PERCENT BUSINESS GROWTH
New Aplio 500 and 300 Systems Drive 52 Percent Growth in Radiology, According to Klein Biomedical Consultants TUSTIN, Calif., May 22, 2013 – Led by the successful launch of the AplioTM 500 and Aplio 300 ultrasound systems, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. saw a 28 percent U.S. ultrasound business growth in 2012, far exceeding the…
May 21, 2013
SUPERIOR NEURO IMAGING WITH TOSHIBA’S TITAN 3T MR
Dr. Meng Law, USC, Presents on Advances in Neurological 3T Imaging at ASNR SAN DIEGO, May 21, 2013 – Advanced MR imaging is required for accuracy when studying activity in the brain. Highlighting innovative neuro MR technologies, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase the Vantage TitanTM 3T MR system at this year’s American Society…
May 21, 2013
WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS IMAGES PATIENTS WITH TOSHIBA’S MOST ADVANCED CT TECHNOLOGY
One of the First Healthcare Providers to Install Toshiba’s Aquilion ONE ViSION Edition TUSTIN, Calif., May 21, 2013 – West Virginia University Hospitals (WVUH) wanted to acquire new technology to improve workflow and patient care in its busy radiology department. Using the AquilionTM ONE ViSION Edition from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., WVUH has expanded…
May 20, 2013
TOSHIBA APLIO 500, APLIO 300 AND VIAMO FEATURED AT LEADING EDGE ULTRASOUND CONFERENCE
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J., May 20, 2013 – Combining outstanding image quality with ergonomics and flexibility for improved clinical use and patient care, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will feature the AplioTM 500, Aplio 300 and ViamoTM ultrasound systems at the Leading Edge in Diagnostic Ultrasound annual conference, May 21 – 23, 2013, in Atlantic City,…
May 13, 2013
TOSHIBA ULTRASOUND ENABLES MORE CONFIDENT PEDIATRIC DIAGNOSES
Aplio 500 Showcased at SPR SAN ANTONIO, May 13, 2013 – Offering an ultrasound system for diverse pediatric needs, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase its AplioTM 500at the Society for Pediatric Radiology (SPR) annual conference, May 14 – 18, 2013, in San Antonio. The system combines advanced visualization capabilities with ergonomics and flexibility…
May 8, 2013
TOSHIBA INFINIX-i SYSTEM DISPLAYS RADIATION DOSE EXPOSURE TO IMPROVE PATIENT SAFETY
Dose Tracking and Spot Fluoroscopy Showcased at HRS and SCAI TUSTIN, Calif., May 8, 2013 – Providing clinicians real time data to optimize radiation dose management during cardiac procedures, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. introduces the FDA-cleared Dose Tracking System for InfinixTM-i cardiovascular X-ray. The Dose Tracking System visualizes X-ray emissions like never before through…
May 7, 2013
TOSHIBA’S NEW EP PACKAGE OPTIMIZES PROCEDURES TO IMPROVE PATIENT CARE
Features Improve Safety, Workflow and Room Utilization DENVER, May 7, 2013 – Electrophysiology (EP) clinical teams require a unique set of technologies to perform accurate and safe exams. Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. offers these clinicians an InfinixTM-i cardiovascular X-ray system tailored for EP procedures with a new package of features, accessories and technologies. This…
April 19, 2013
TOSHIBA PARTNERS WITH LEADING UNIVERSITIES FOR ADVANCED MR RESEARCH
Introduces New Sequence Development Environment at ISMRM SALT LAKE CITY, April 19, 2013 – Leading research institutions are making breakthroughs in advanced MR imaging with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Vantage Titan™ 3T MR system. Toshiba has partnered with Shands at the University of Florida and the Keck Medical Center of the University of Southern…
April 12, 2013
TOSHIBA’S SPOT FLUOROSCOPY LOWERS DOSE, ENHANCES INTERVENTIONAL EFFICIENCY
Showcasing Infinix-i’s Unconventional Collimation Technology at SIR NEW ORLEANS, April 12, 2013 – Improving patient safety while offering clinicians a more complete picture during interventional procedures, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase Spot Fluoroscopy for its InfinixTM-i vascular X-ray systems at this year’s Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) 2013 annual meeting. Spot Fluoroscopy allows…
April 11, 2013
TOSHIBA’S MR SMART FUSION ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGY IMPROVES INTERVENTIONAL ACCURACY
Showcasing Aplio 500’s Smart Fusion for CT and MR at SIR NEW ORLEANS, April 11, 2013 – To help reduce complications and improve the accuracy and safety of interventional procedures, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. extends AplioTM 500’s Smart Fusion ultrasound technology to MR. Smart Fusion syncs previously acquired CT or MR images with live…
April 5, 2013
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES INNOVATION 2013 FOR IMPROVED ULTRASOUND IMAGING
First New Software Release for Aplio 500 and 300 Showcased at AIUM NEW YORK, April 5, 2013 – To expand imaging capabilities and improve productivity, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. introduces Innovation 2013, new FDA-cleared software advancements for the AplioTM 500 and Aplio 300 ultrasound systems, at the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM)…
April 1, 2013
TOSHIBA NAMES NANCY GILLEN VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING
TUSTIN, Calif., April 1, 2013 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced today that Nancy Gillen has been named vice president, Marketing. Gillen will manage all marketing activities, including business units, corporate communications and research with the goal to build on Toshiba’s record in customer satisfaction. “Nancy Gillen brings a proven track record and deep…
March 25, 2013
MCLEOD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER IMPLEMENTS TOSHIBA CT PROTECT PROGRAM
Aquilion ONE and PROTECT to Help Lower Dose Across CT Exams TUSTIN, Calif., March 25, 2013 – A longtime partner of Toshiba, McLeod Regional Medical Center installed the AquilionTM ONE from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. to offer the most advanced CT technology to its patients and become a leader in lowering radiation dose. McLeod…
March 19, 2013
THE IOWA CLINIC INSTALLS FIRST TOSHIBA AQUILION RXL
New 16-Detector Row, 32-Slice CT System Used for Faster Reconstruction, Safer Patient Exams TUSTIN, Calif. March 19, 2013 – To meet the demands of its growing multi-specialty facility, The Iowa Clinic in West Des Moines, Iowa, installed the first AquilionTM RXL from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., in the U.S. The Aquilion RXL has fast…
March 18, 2013
ALASKA FAMILY SONOGRAMS ADDS TOSHIBA ULTRASOUND SYSTEMS FOR BETTER PATIENT CARE
Three Aplio 500 Systems Provide Enhanced Image Quality for More Accurate Diagnoses TUSTIN, Calif., March. 18, 2013 – To upgrade its ultrasound exam capabilities with the most advanced and durable technology available, Alaska Family Sonograms installed three AplioTM 500 ultrasound systems from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., the first Aplio 500 systems in Anchorage. Alaska…
March 13, 2013
TOSHIBA CT ENHANCES PATIENT SAFETY WITH MITA’S SMART DOSE STANDARD
All New Aquilion CT Systems Include Industry-Leading Dose Features TUSTIN, Calif., March 13, 2013 – As a leader in developing low dose CT technologies, all new Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. Aquilion™ CT systems meet the needs of the recently announced Smart Dose standard from the Medical Imaging & Technology Alliance (MITA). Also known as…
March 10, 2013
TOSHIBA’S CARDIOVASCULAR X-RAY IMPROVES CLINICIAN EXPERIENCE AND PATIENT CARE
Infinix-i’s WorkRite Technology Showcased at ACC SAN FRANCISCO, March 10, 2013 – To conduct cardiovascular interventions with ease, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase the InfinixTM-i bi-plane angiography system at this year’s American College of Cardiology (ACC) annual meeting in San Francisco, March 9 – 11, 2013 (Booth #5733, North Hall). Toshiba will demonstrate…
March 9, 2013
ACTIVATION IMAGING TECHNOLOGY IMPROVES TREATMENT OF CRT FOR BETTER PATIENT OUTCOMES, LOWER COSTS
Toshiba’s New Offering Enhances Cardiac Function Assessment SAN FRANCISCO, March 9, 2013 – For better treatment planning during cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT), Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Activation Imaging is the company’s latest addition to its 3D Wall Motion Tracking software. Activation Imaging is an FDA-cleared, proprietary technology available on the Aplio ArtidaTM cardiovascular ultrasound…
March 9, 2013
TOSHIBA’S PREMIER CT SYSTEM HELPS DIAGNOSE CARDIAC DISEASE FASTER AND SAFER
Aquilion ONE ViSION Edition Reduces Risk, Maximizes Outcomes; Showcased at ACC SAN FRANCISCO, March 9, 2013 – With the ability to capture the entire heart in a single rotation, the AquilionTM ONE ViSION Edition from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. helps improve cardiac diagnoses. The system offers a simplified low dose exam, and when combined…
March 8, 2013
TOSHIBA LAUNCHES NEW CARDIAC ULTRASOUND SYSTEMS AT ACC
Aplio 500 CV and Aplio 300 CV Designed to Improve Cardiac Diagnoses SAN FRANCISCO, March 8, 2013 – To help clinicians more accurately and efficiently diagnose cardiovascular disease, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. introduces the AplioTM 500 and Aplio 300 CV ultrasound systems. Compact and easy-to-use, Aplio 500 CV and Aplio 300 CV deliver…
March 4, 2013
CIS IS FIRST CARDIAC CENTER TO INSTALL 10 TOSHIBA APLIO 500
TUSTIN, Calif., March 4, 2013 – Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) now offers its patients the most advanced cardiac ultrasound, thanks to its purchase of 10 AplioTM 500s from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. This is the first acquisition of Toshiba’s newest and most advanced system in a dedicated cardiac setting. “The image quality…
February 19, 2013
TOSHIBA’S ADVANCED CT HELPS REDUCE RADIATION DOSE FOR SAFER EXAMS
Emerson Hospital Lowers Dose and Expands Bariatric Capabilities with Toshiba’s Aquilion PRIME CT TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 19, 2013 – To make exams faster, safer and more comfortable for patients, Emerson Hospital in Concord, Mass., installed the AquilionTM PRIME 160 CT system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., featuring AIDR 3D dose reduction software. Emerson Hospital…
February 12, 2013
PINNACLEHEALTH EXPANDS MR IMAGING CAPABILITIES WITH TOSHIBA’S TITAN 3T
Enhanced Image Quality, Patient Comfort and Workflow TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 12, 2013 – To offer its patients the most advanced MR imaging, PinnacleHealth installed the Vantage TitanTM 3T from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. PinnacleHealth utilizes the Titan 3T for all general imaging studies, such as abdomen, musculoskeletal and body imaging. It also conducts advanced…
February 5, 2013
OREGON INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY INSTALLS 16 TOSHIBA ULTRASOUND SYSTEMS
Toshiba’s Aplio 300 Features Reliability, Customization, Premium Image Quality; Ideal for Leading Training Facility TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 5, 2013 – To train students with the most advanced ultrasound technology available, Oregon Institute of Technology (Oregon Tech) installed 16 AplioTM 300 ultrasound systems from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. Oregon Tech will use the Aplio 300s…
January 28, 2013
RADY CHILDREN’S INSTALLS TOSHIBA VASCULAR X-RAY FOR BETTER PEDIATRIC CARDIAC INTERVENTIONS
Infinix-i Enables Faster, Safer Procedures TUSTIN, Calif.,Jan. 28, 2013– Enabling physicians to perform more accurate and safer cardiac exams for pediatric patients, Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego, installed Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s InfinixTM CF-i bi-plane vascular X-ray system. Rady Children’s will use the Infinix-i system for treatment planning and interventional cardiac procedures, including…
January 18, 2013
EASIER PEDIATRIC INTERVENTIONS WITH TOSHIBA’S INFINIX-i
Infinix-i Bi-Plane System to Be Used During Live Clinical Cases at PICS-AICS MIAMI, Jan. 18, 2013 – Performing cardiovascular interventions involving pediatric patients requires imaging systems that give clinicians greater visibility and access. Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Infinix™-i bi-plane cardiovascular X-ray system will be used during three live pediatric cases at the Pediatric and…
January 16, 2013
TOSHIBA MEDICAL IMAGING SYSTEMS NOW LISTED IN ATTAINIA FOR EASIER PLANNING
Greater Efficiency in Budgeting Toshiba Equipment Purchases TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 16, 2013 – Healthcare organizations can now plan diagnostic imaging system purchases from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. with Attainia applications. Attainia, the world’s most widely used and highly customized equipment planning, budgeting and tracking software, now includes CT, MR, ultrasound, X-ray and cardiovascular…
January 15, 2013
TOSHIBA’S VERSATILE HYBRID LAB ENHANCES CARDIAC CARE AT ST. BERNARDINE MEDICAL CENTER
Infinix-i and Hybrid Table Facilitate Interventional and Surgical Procedures in One Setting TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 15, 2013 – In October, St. Bernardine Medical Center in San Bernardino, Calif., opened the first hybrid cath lab in Southern California’s Inland Empire equipped with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Infinix™ VC-i cardiovascular X-ray system and hybrid table. The…
January 14, 2013
BELLIN HEALTH MAKES EXAMS SAFER WITH TOSHIBA’S LOW DOSE CT TECHNOLOGY
VeloCT and AIDR 3D Improve Safety, Image Quality, Workflow TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 14, 2013 – To lower radiation dose and improve workflow, Bellin Health upgraded its Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. AquilionTM ONE with AIDR 3D and its Aquilion 32 with the VeloCT console, which enables 64 detector row acquisition, 128 double slice reconstruction, advanced…
January 9, 2013
CALIFORNIA HOSPITAL EXPANDS CARDIOVASCULR SERVICES WITH THREE TOSHIBA X-RAY SYSTEMS
Infinix-i Systems Make Interventional Procedures Faster, Easier TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 9, 2013 – To improve visualization and diagnostic confidence during a wide range of interventional and EP procedures, California Hospital Medical Center in Los Angeles installed three InfinixTM-i vascular X-ray systems from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. “Infinix-i’s design offers unprecedented access to the patient…
January 8, 2013
USC ADDS NEW TOSHIBA ULTRASOUND SYSTEMS
Toshiba’s Aplio 500 and Viamo Improve Image Quality for Accurate Diagnoses TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 8, 2013 – To stay competitive using the most cutting-edge technology, the Keck Medical Center of the University of Southern California (USC) installed two AplioTM 500 ultrasound systems and a ViamoTM ultrasound system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. at its…
January 7, 2013
AHRA AND TOSHIBA ANNOUNCE 2012 PUTTING PATIENTS FIRST GRANT RECIPIENTS
Seven Winners Selected for Programs That Improve Patient Care and Safety TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 7, 2013 – Helping facilities develop or improve existing education and patient care initiatives in diagnostic imaging, AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management and Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced the seven recipients of the fifth annual Putting Patients First…
December 18, 2012
TOSHIBA’S AQUILION ONE ENABLES FASTER, LOWER DOSE EXAMS AT ORLANDO HEALTH
Toshiba’s AIDR 3D Helps Reduce Radiation Dose, Improve Image Quality TUSTIN, Calif., Dec. 18, 2012 – To lower CT radiation dose for cardiac exams and to improve image quality, the Orlando Health Heart Institute, in Orlando, Fla., utilizes Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s AquilionTM ONE CT system with AIDR 3D. The Orlando Health Heart Institute…
December 3, 2012
TOSHIBA MR SYSTEM EXPANDS CLINICAL CAPABILITIES, IMPROVES PATIENT COMFORT AT FAIRVIEW HOSPITAL
First Hospital to Install Scalable 16-Channel Vantage Titan 1.5T TUSTIN, Calif., Dec. 3, 2012 – Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina, Minn., improved its advanced imaging capabilities and patient comfort by installing the first 16-channel Vantage TitanTM 1.5T scalable system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. Fairview will use the system for all general MR exams,…
November 29, 2012
TOSHIBA’S INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED IMAGING ADDS NEW CT TRAINING COURSES
Aquilion PRIME and RXL Courses Now Available CHICAGO, Nov. 29, 2012 – Providing customers with advanced training for their imaging technology, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Institute of Advanced Imaging in Irvine, Calif., offers courses for the Aquilion™ PRIME and Aquilion RXL CT systems. Both courses provide training on CT theory and practical scanning. Technologists…
November 28, 2012
MOVE BETTER, SEE BETTER AND WORK BETTER WITH TOSHIBA’S WORKRITE CARDIOVASCULAR X-RAY TECHNOLOGY
Infinix-i Cardiovascular X-ray Systems Improve Clinician Experience and Patient Care CHICAGO, Nov. 28, 2012 – Featuring hovercraft-like C-arm movement and the unique Access Halo, the WorkRite technology on Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s InfinixTM-i cardiovascular X-ray systems makes interventional procedures easier for clinicians and improves patient care. The Infinix-i five-axis system’s WorkRite technology feature is…
November 28, 2012
TOSHIBA BRINGS BACK INDUSTRY’S BEST ULTRASOUND WARRANTY PROGRAM
Reliance Extended Warranty Available for New Aplio 500 and Aplio 300 Ultrasound Systems CHICAGO, Nov. 28, 2012 – Providing the industry’s best ultrasound warranty and technology protection program, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. offers the Reliance Extended Warranty for all new AplioTM 500 and Aplio 300 ultrasound systems. Toshiba’s Reliance Extended Warranty provides three years…
November 27, 2012
TOSHIBA’S SPOT FLUOROSCOPY LOWERS DOSE AND PROVIDES MORE COMPLETE PICTURE
Flexible Collimation Technology Improves Cardiovascular X-ray Imaging CHICAGO, Nov. 27, 2012 – Giving clinicians a more complete picture while improving safety during interventional procedures, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. introduces Spot Fluoroscopy for its InfinixTM-i systems. Enabling quicker diagnoses and lower dose, clinicians can observe a target region of anatomy using Spot Fluoro’s live fluoroscopy…
November 27, 2012
TOSHIBA’S MR ENHANCEMENTS IMPROVE EFFICIENCY, PATIENT CARE
Introducing M-Power User Interface Upgrade, Pediatric Scan Apparatus, Patient Transport Gurney CHICAGO, Nov. 27, 2012 – To make MR imaging more user and patient friendly, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. unveiled enhancements to its Vantage Titan™ MR product line at this year’s Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting in Chicago, Nov. 25 –…
November 26, 2012
TOSHIBA’S NEW MR SERIES OFFERS TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT FOR THE FUTURE
Full Upgrade Path Available with Vantage Titan 1.5T Series CHICAGO, Nov. 26, 2012 – Providing hospitals with MR technology that fulfills their financial needs and grows with their clinical needs, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase the scalable Vantage Titan™ 1.5T MR series, which includes 8-, 16- and 32-channel MR systems, at this year’s…
November 26, 2012
TOSHIBA’S PROTECT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM OFFERS SAFER CT IMAGING
Combines Industry Leading Technology and Education to Help Manage Dose CHICAGO, Nov. 26, 2012 – To ensure the lowest possible CT radiation dose without compromising image quality, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. launches PROTECT. PROTECT is a three-year, comprehensive CT radiation dose management program to help customers achieve ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) imaging…
November 26, 2012
NEW AND FUTURE INNOVATIONS FOR TOSHIBA ULTRASOUND IMPROVE IMAGE QUALITY AND WORKFLOW
Showcasing UltraExtend FX, Luminance, New Transducers and Workflow Enhancements for Aplio 500 and Aplio 300 CHICAGO, Nov. 26, 2012 – To expand imaging capabilities and improve department productivity, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is showcasing new and future innovations for the AplioTM 500 and Aplio 300 ultrasound systems at this year’s Radiological Society of North…
November 25, 2012
TOSHIBA ADDS WIRELESS DETECTOR TO RADREX-i
Designed for More Efficient Exams CHICAGO, Nov. 25, 2012 – Offering clinicians more flexibility in X-ray imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. introduced the RADREXTM-i Wireless digital radiographic (DR) X-ray system at this year’s Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting in Chicago, Nov. 25 – 30, 2012 (Booth #3438, South Hall). RADREX-i Wireless…
November 25, 2012
TOSHIBA LAUNCHES PREMIER CT SYSTEM TO ACCURATELY IMAGE MORE PATIENTS FASTER AND SAFER
Aquilion ONE ViSION Edition Reduces Risk and Maximizes Returns CHICAGO, Nov. 25, 2012 – Hospitals will now be able to diagnose diseases faster and safer with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s newest and most advanced CT system yet, the AquilionTM ONE ViSION Edition. The system offers a low dose exam with the largest bore, widest…
November 19, 2012
NEW SERVICE OFFERING ENSURES OPTIMAL IMAGING SYSTEM PERFORMANCE
Toshiba Introduces e-Watch Environmental Monitoring Solution TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 19, 2012 – The environment surrounding a medical imaging system can now be monitored with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s e-Watch™. This integrated solution monitors power, temperature and humidity in the room in which the imaging system resides, ensuring optimal performance and uptime. e-Watch is a…
November 13, 2012
TOSHIBA LAUNCHES NEW ONLINE RESOURCE FOR REIMBURSEMENT QUESTIONS
Reimbursement Rx Available for All Toshiba Customers TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 13, 2012 –To provide hospitals with answers to coding and reimbursement questions, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. launched Reimbursement Rx. Reimbursement Rx is an online portal where hospitals can submit diagnostic imaging coding and reimbursement questions and receive accurate answers from Panacea Healthcare’s certified experts….
November 7, 2012
SHORE MEDICAL CENTER LOWERS RADIATION DOSE WITH TOSHIBA CT SYSTEM
Aquilion PRIME Improves Diagnostic Confidence for Greater Efficiency, Safer Exams TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 7, 2012 – To image all patients, from pediatric to bariatric, with the lowest possible radiation dose, Shore Medical Center in Somers Point, N.J., installed the Aquilion™ PRIME 160 with AIDR 3D from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. Shore Medical Center utilizes…
October 26, 2012
TOSHIBA’S ULTRASOUND OFFERS PICTURE-PERFECT IMAGING
Aplio 500 and Aplio 300 Showcased at SRU Annual Conference BALTIMORE, Oct. 26, 2012 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase the AplioTM 500 and Aplio 300 ultrasound systems at the Society of Radiology in Ultrasound (SRU) Annual Conference, October 26-28, 2012, in Baltimore, MD. Both systems combine advanced visualization capabilities with ergonomics and…
October 22, 2012
CLINICIANS MOVE, SEE AND WORK BETTER WITH TOSHIBA’S INFINIX-i SYSTEMS
Three Live Cases Performed Using Toshiba’s Cardiovascular X-ray Systems at TCT MIAMI, Oct. 22, 2012 – Giving clinicians greater visibility and access during interventional procedures, InfinixTM-i cardiovascular X-ray systems from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will be used in live cases at the Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics (TCT) annual conference, October 22 – 26, 2012, in…
October 10, 2012
FAIRVIEW IMPROVES STROKE CARE WITH TOSHIBA’S AQUILION ONE WHOLE BRAIN PERFUSION PROTOCOL
Only CT Scanner That Acquires Whole Brain with Every Rotation to Enable Faster, Safer Perfusion Imaging TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 10, 2012 – To enhance its emergency department and stroke care capabilities, Fairview Health Services installed the AquilionTM ONE dynamic volume CT system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. at its Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina,…
October 9, 2012
TOSHIBA PARTNERSHIPS HELP FACILITIES MANAGE DOSE
Radimetrics Inc. Expands Toshiba’s Dose Management Software Tools and Phoenix Technology Corporation Adds to Toshiba’s Dose Management Consulting Services TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 9, 2012 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announces strategic partnerships with Radimetrics, Inc. and Phoenix Technology Corporation to enhance dose management capabilities and support Toshiba customers through American College of Radiology (ACR)…
October 3, 2012
IMPROVED STROKE CARE WITH AQUILION ONE PRESENTED AT ASHNR
Whole Brain Perfusion Imaging Improves Stroke Diagnoses TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 3, 2012 – Dr. Ken Snyder, Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery, Radiology and Neurology at State University of New York at Buffalo, will discuss how his institution used the AquilionTM ONE from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. to diagnose stroke during a Lunch & Learn Symposium titled…
September 25, 2012
TOSHIBA EXPANDS ASSURANCE PROGRAM TO ULTRASOUND
Assurance Program Provides Customers Greater Access to Advanced Technology, Quality and Service TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 25, 2012 – To provide increased value to healthcare facilities, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. expands its Assurance Program to offer reconditioned Toshiba ultrasound systems. Assurance ultrasound products include AplioTM XG, Aplio MX, Aplio ArtidaTM, ViamoTM, and XarioTM XG. All…
September 20, 2012
TOSHIBA SHOWCASES APLIO 500 WITH FLY THRU TECHNOLOGY AT SDMS
Aplio 500 and 300 Offer Breakthrough Image Quality and Advanced Technology SEATTLE, Wa., Sept. 20, 2012 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase the AplioTM 500 and 300 ultrasound systems at the Society for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (SDMS) annual conference, September 20-23, 2012, in Seattle, Wa. (Booth #810). Both systems combine advanced visualization capabilities…
September 19, 2012
TOSHIBA’S VERSATILE 3T MR OFFERS IMAGING SOLUTIONS FOR DIVERSE CLINICAL APPLICATIONS
Shands at the University of Florida Purchases Two Vantage Titan 3T MR Systems TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 19, 2012 – To meet 3T MR imaging needs for both orthopaedic and neuro exams, Shands at the University of Florida purchased two Vantage Titan™ 3T MR systems from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. for the UF Orthopaedics and…
September 11, 2012
GATES VASCULAR INSTITUTE SELECTS TOSHIBA’S VANTAGE TITAN 3T FOR PATIENT-FRIENDLY FEATURES AND IMPROVED IMAGE QUALITY
Toshiba Installs 1,400th Vantage MR System Worldwide TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 11, 2012 – Providing patient-friendly 3T MR imaging with outstanding image quality, Kaleida Health’s Gates Vascular Institute (GVI) in Buffalo, N.Y., installed the Vantage TitanTM 3T MR system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., the 1,400th Vantage MR installation worldwide. “Two important aspects of any…
August 29, 2012
TOSHIBA’S ADVANCED CT EFFECTIVELY IMAGES PATIENTS WITH IRREGULAR HEARTBEATS
Carnegie Hill Radiology Expands Clinical Capabilities with Toshiba’s Aquilion PRIME CT TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 29, 2012 – Patients with irregular heartbeats (arrhythmia) are difficult to image with CT. Addressing this challenge, Carnegie Hill Radiology in New York installed the AquilionTM PRIME 160 series from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., featuring SURECardioTM Prospective software that automatically…
August 27, 2012
SHANDS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA ACHIEVES SIGNIFICANT RADIATION DOSE REDUCTION USING TOSHIBA’S AIDR 3D
AIDR 3D Reduces Radiation Dose in CT Imaging While Maintaining High Image Quality for Improved Patient Outcomes TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 27, 2012 – In CT imaging, healthcare providers strive to lower radiation dose while maintaining the high image quality needed for accurate diagnoses. Shands at the University of Florida, one of the first facilities to…
August 23, 2012
TOSHIBA’S AQUILION RXL RECEIVES FDA CLEARANCE
Toshiba’s New 16-Detector Row CT System Provides Faster Reconstruction and Helps Lower Radiation Dose for Safer Patient Exams TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 23, 2012 – Offering healthcare providers a CT system designed for acute and routine imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has received FDA clearance for its AquilionTM RXL Edition CT system. The Aquilion RXL…
August 22, 2012
TOSHIBA RECEIVES FDA CLEARANCE FOR THE NEW 8- AND 32- CHANNEL TITAN 1.5T MR SYSTEMS
TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 22, 2012 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has received FDA clearance on its new Vantage Titan™ 1.5T series, which features the 8-, 16- and 32-channel MR systems. The series offers a scalable solution with a full upgrade path from the 8-channel to the 32-channel system. In addition to these upgrades, the…
August 21, 2012
TOSHIBA NAMES CT BUSINESS UNIT SENIOR DIRECTOR
TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 21, 2012 – Further strengthening its executive leadership, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. named Satrajit Misra senior director, CT Business Unit. Building on Toshiba’s extensive success in the CT market, in this position Misra will implement tactical and strategic marketing plans for Toshiba’s CT product line to enhance visibility for Toshiba and…
August 20, 2012
ASANTE INSTALLS 15 TOSHIBA ULTRASOUND UNITS
Toshiba’s Aplio 500 and 300 Help Improve Image Quality, Exam Capabilities and Workflow for Better Patient Care TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 20, 2012 – To upgrade its ultrasound systems across three facilities, Asante in Medford, Ore., purchased 15 of Toshiba’s newest ultrasound systems for its Asante Three Rivers Medical Center, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center and…
August 8, 2012
TOSHIBA OPENS FIRST MR RESEARCH CENTER
World-Class MR Center for Innovative Research and Advanced Training Helps Customers Maximize Technology to Improve Care TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 8, 2012 – To offer healthcare providers advanced MR imaging technology supported through ongoing training and education, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has opened the Toshiba MR Research Center in Irvine, Calif. A $3 million investment…
August 7, 2012
TOSHIBA RECEIVES FDA CLEARANCE FOR THE INDUSTRY’S FIRST 16-ELEMENT MR FLEX COILS
Flexible Coil System Expands Exam Capabilities, Improves Efficiency and Diagnostic Confidence TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 7, 2012 – To improve MR exam efficiency and image quality, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has received FDA clearance for its high-density 16-element flexible coil system, developed in partnership with NeoCoil. The new coil system makes it easier for clinicians…
July 30, 2012
TOSHIBA’S NON-CONTRAST MR ALLOWS NON-INVASIVE VISUALIZATION OF CEREBRAL SPINAL FLUID
Industry-First Capability Improves Patient Diagnoses of CSF Disorders TUSTIN, Calif., July 30, 2012 – Cerebral Spinal Fluid (CSF), the clear water-like fluid that surrounds the brain and the spinal cord, plays a key role in maintaining balanced brain dynamics. For the first time, CSF bulk flow can now be visualized non-invasively with Toshiba America Medical…
July 24, 2012
TOSHIBA’S APLIO 500 ULTRASOUND SYSTEM FEATURED ON “THE DOCTORS”
Segment Highlights System’s Fly Thru Technology TUSTIN, Calif., July 24, 2012 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s newest ultrasound system, the Aplio™ 500, was featured on the nationally syndicated television show, “The Doctors.” In an episode about old medical remedies versus new technologies, hosts Lisa Masterson, M.D., and Travis Stork, M.D., talked about the Aplio…
July 18, 2012
DR. GABRIEL VOROBIOF TO PRESENT INITIAL FINDINGS OF ADVANCED CT DOSE REDUCTION TECHNOLOGY AT SCCT
Toshiba’s AIDR 3D Demonstrates Significant CT Dose Reduction TUSTIN, Calif., July 18, 2012 – Integrating advanced dose reduction technologies into all CT exams is essential for optimal dose management and improving patient safety. Dr. Gabriel Vorobiof from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Cardiovascular Center will discuss his research using Toshiba’s AIDR 3D dose…
July 17, 2012
THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY PILOT STUDY FINDS TOSHIBA’S ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGY HELPS IMPROVE BREAST MICROCALCIFICATION VISUALIZATION
Study Shows MicroPure Image Processing Technique Identifies More Breast Microcalcifications Than Gray Scale Ultrasound Imaging TUSTIN, Calif., July 17, 2012 – The Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine has published a pilot study conducted at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pa., with funding provided by Toshiba, that explores the effectiveness of Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s…
July 11, 2012
TOSHIBA’S SMART FUSION TECHNOLOGY HELPS MAKE INTERVENTIONAL PROCEDURES SAFER AND MORE ACCURATE
University Hospitals Case Medical Center, Cleveland, Ohio, Uses Aplio 500’s Ultrasound-CT Fusion Technology to Reduce Radiation Dose for Improved Quality of Care During Biopsies TUSTIN, Calif., July 11, 2012 – When conducting ultrasound-guided biopsies, the ability to link previously acquired CT images with ultrasound enables more accurate treatment while reducing radiation dose with fewer interventional…
July 9, 2012
TOSHIBA’S DYNAMIC VOLUME PERFUSION IMAGING IMPROVES PATIENT CARE WITH FASTER STROKE DIAGNOSES AT LEADING STROKE CENTER
Long Beach Memorial Uses Aquilion ONE CT for Comprehensive Diagnoses, Treatment Planning TUSTIN, Calif., July 9, 2012 – To expand its stroke care capabilities for fast diagnoses and more accurate treatment, Long Beach Memorial, a primary stroke care center for MemorialCare Health System, is using Toshiba’s AquilionTM ONE dynamic volume CT system for both acute…
July 5, 2012
TOSHIBA’S PATIENT-FRIENDLY 3T MR WITH SUPERIOR BODY IMAGING IMPROVES PATIENT CARE
Vantage Titan 3T MR System Brings Advanced Imaging Technology to Community Hospital Setting TUSTIN, Calif., July 5, 2012 – To provide patients with advanced 3T MR imaging, Jeff Davis Imaging, which is located within Jennings American Legion Hospital in Jennings, La., installed the Vantage Titan™3T from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. Vantage Titan 3T is…
June 29, 2012
TOSHIBA ULTRASOUND SYSTEMS OFFER BREAKTHROUGH IMAGE QUALITY AND ADVANCED CARDIOVASCULAR CAPABILITIES
Toshiba to Showcase Aplio 500 and Aplio 300, Enhancements to Aplio Artida’s 3D Imaging Capabilities at ASE Annual Scientific Sessions NATIONAL HARBOR, Md., June 29, 2012 – Helping to improve the ability to diagnose cardiac disease with advanced ultrasound imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase the newest additions to its ultrasound product line,…
June 14, 2012
AHRA AND TOSHIBA ANNOUNCE FIFTH ANNUAL PUTTING PATIENTS FIRST PROGRAM
Putting Patients First Program Funds Grants Focused on Providing Education and Improving Patient Care TUSTIN, Calif., June 14, 2012 – To help hospitals and imaging centers build new or expand upon existing education and patient care initiatives, AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management announces the fifth year of its Putting Patients First Program. Putting…
June 12, 2012
TOSHIBA’S ENCORE VeloCT CONSOLE RECEIVES FDA CLEARANCE
VeloCT Brings Latest Dose Reduction and Workflow Enhancements to Aquilion 32, 64 and CX TUSTIN, Calif., June 12, 2012 – To enable hospitals to keep pace with the latest technological advances and offer better patient care and improved workflow while containing costs, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announces the availability of VeloCT. This console upgrade…
June 11, 2012
TOSHIBA PARTNERS WITH UNITED MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS TO DISTRIBUTE ULTRASOUND SYSTEMS
TUSTIN, Calif., June 11, 2012 – To meet the increased need for advanced ultrasound equipment, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has partnered with United Medical Instruments (UMI), a worldwide provider of new and pre-owned ultrasound systems, parts and transducers, to sell Toshiba’s ultrasound systems to the private physician office and clinic market in the U.S….
June 7, 2012
TOSHIBA’S ULTRASOUND SYSTEMS OFFER BREAKTHROUGH IMAGE QUALITY AND ADVANCED ERGONOMICS
Aplio 500, Aplio 300 and Viamo Showcased at SVU Annual Conference NATIONAL HARBOR, Md., June 7, 2012 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase the AplioTM 500, Aplio 300 and ViamoTM ultrasound systems at the Society for Vascular Ultrasound (SVU) annual conference, June 7 – 9, 2012, in National Harbor, Md. (Booth #923). All…
June 6, 2012
TOSHIBA’S INFINIX-i VASCULAR X-RAY SYSTEMS HELP TREAT LIMB ISCHEMIA FOR BETTER PATIENT OUTCOMES
Infinix DP-i and VF-i Used in Four Interventional Live Cases at New Cardiovascular Horizons Conference NEW ORLEANS, June 6, 2012 – Enabling physicians to transition between cardiac and peripheral work seamlessly during a single procedure, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s InfinixTM-i vascular X-ray systems facilitate better physician workflow and support improved patient care. New Cardiovascular…
May 29, 2012
TOSHIBA’S AWARD-WINNING CUSTOMER SUPPORT IS KEY TO 14-LAB INSTALLATION AT GATES VASCULAR INSTITUTE
Toshiba Installs 14 Infinix-i Vascular X-Ray Systems at Kaleida Health’s New Gates Vascular Institute TUSTIN, Calif., May 29, 2012 – When opening a new hospital or medical center, partnering with the right diagnostic imaging vendor with patient-focused technology and a trusted, responsive service and support team is critical to meet the tight deadlines of bringing…
May 17, 2012
SOCIETY OF CARDIOVASCULAR COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY (SCCT) ANNOUNCES FINALISTS FOR THE 6TH ANNUAL TOSHIBA YOUNG INVESTIGATOR (YIA) AWARD
Vienna, VA, May 16, 2012 – The Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT) announces the finalists for the 6th Annual Toshiba Young Investigator Award (YIA). Sponsored by an educational grant from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., the YIA program supports the professional and clinical development of top radiology residents and cardiology fellows within five years…
May 15, 2012
TOSHIBA INSTALLS FIRST AQUILION PRIME CT IN U.S.
SDMI Uses Advanced CT System to Conduct Lower Dose, Faster Exams for Improved Throughput and Patient Care TUSTIN, Calif., May 15, 2012 – To reduce radiation dose while maintaining high image quality, Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging Center (SDMI) in Las Vegas has installed the first AquilionTM PRIME 160 series from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc….
May 14, 2012
GATES STROKE CENTER STUDY FINDS TOSHIBA’S AQUILION ONE CT IMPROVES ACUTE STROKE DIAGNOSES
Phase Two of Study Shows Even Greater Improvements in Patient Outcomes, Length of Stay Reductions, Cost Savings TUSTIN, Calif., May 14, 2012 – Kaleida Health’s Gates Stroke Center (GSC) at the Gates Vascular Institute in Buffalo, N.Y., a world-class neurological and stroke care center, recently completed the second phase of its study analyzing the patient…
May 9, 2012
SOFTWARE ENHANCEMENTS TO TOSHIBA’S CARDIOVASCULAR X-RAY SYSTEMS IMPROVE TAVR PROCEDURES WITH ENHANCED CLINICAL GUIDANCE
Toshiba’s Infinix-i Systems Ideal in Planning and Guiding TAVR Procedures LAS VEGAS, May 9, 2012 – To better facilitate transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedures, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. introduces two new software enhancements that complement its Infinix™-i cardiovascular X-ray systems. The Infinix-i systems will now utilize software from Pie Medical Imaging BV –…
May 8, 2012
TOSHIBA’S APLIO 500 AND 300 PROVIDE ADVANCED VISUALIZATION FEATURES AND SUPERIOR ERGONOMICS
Toshiba’s Newest Ultrasound Systems Showcased at the Leading Edge in Diagnostic Ultrasound Annual Conference ATLANTIC CITY, N.J., May 8, 2012 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase the AplioTM 500 and Aplio 300 ultrasound systems at the Leading Edge in Diagnostic Ultrasound Annual Conference, May 8 – 11, 2012, in Atlantic City, N.J. (Booth…
May 7, 2012
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS NAMES CALUM CUNNINGHAM VICE PRESIDENT, BUSINESS OPERATIONS
TUSTIN, Calif., May 7, 2012 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) has named Calum Cunningham vice president, Business Operations. In his new role, Cunningham is responsible for Toshiba’s business operations, specifically as they relate to maintaining customer satisfaction. “Toshiba offers innovative technology and dependable, responsive support, resulting in a customer-focused approach that is unmatched…
May 5, 2012
TOSHIBA’S ULTRASOUND SYSTEMS OFFER ADVANCED IMAGING TECHNOLOGIES AND SUPERIOR ERGONOMICS
Aplio 500 and Aplio 300 Showcased at LARS Spring Diagnostic Ultrasound Conference PASADENA, Calif., May 5, 2012 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase the AplioTM 500 and Aplio 300 ultrasound systems at the Los Angeles Radiological Society (LARS) Spring Diagnostic Ultrasound Conference, May 5 – 6, 2012, in Pasadena, Calif. (Booth #1). Aplio…
April 30, 2012
TOSHIBA’S AQUILION PRIME 80 CT SYSTEM RECEIVES FDA CLEARANCE
New CT System Features AIDR 3D, Faster Reconstruction and Lower-Dose Exams TUSTIN, Calif., April 30, 2012 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announces the FDA clearance of the AquilionTM PRIME 80 series CT system, the latest addition to the Aquilion CT product line. Producing high-quality clinical images and reducing radiation exposure with Adaptive Iterative Dose…
April 26, 2012
TOSHIBA’S CT PLAYS INTEGRAL ROLE IN FULL-FACE TRANSPLANT PLANNING
Dr. Frank J. Rybicki to Present at ARRS on the Use of 320-Detector Row CT in Face Transplant Planning VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 26, 2012 – Full-face transplants are new, breakthrough medical procedures that dramatically alter the lives of patients suffering from severe facial disfiguration. At this year’s American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS) Annual Meeting…
April 25, 2012
TOSHIBA’S AIDR 3D RECEIVES FDA CLEARANCE
Dose-Reduction Software Makes CT Exams Safer, Improves Image Quality TUSTIN, Calif., April 25, 2012 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announces the FDA clearance of Adaptive Iterative Dose Reduction 3D (AIDR 3D), the company’s newest dose-reduction technology. Toshiba will offer the AIDR 3D software upgrade and related training, complimentary, to all existing Aquilion™ ONE, Aquilion…
April 16, 2012
TOSHIBA’S HYBRID BI-PLANE SYSTEM IMPROVES EFFICIENCIES AND MAKES EXAMS SAFER DURING PEDIATRIC INTERVENTIONS
Infinix-i Bi-Plane System to Be Used During Live Clinical Cases at PICS-AICS CHICAGO, April 16, 2012 — Performing pediatric cardiovascular interventions requires imaging equipment specifically designed for the setting. With superior access to both patient and equipment, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Infinix™-i bi-plane cardiovascular X-ray system will be used during two live pediatric cases…
April 3, 2012
TOSHIBA INSTALLS FIRST VANTAGE TITAN 3T IN U.S.
SDMI Uses Advanced MR System for Wider Range of Patient-Friendly Exams TUSTIN, Calif., April 3, 2012 – Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging Center (SDMI) in Las Vegas needed an MR system to perform a range of patient exams at a high-volume imaging center. To solve this issue, it recently installed the first Vantage TitanTM 3T in…
March 29, 2012
TOSHIBA’S NEW ULTRASOUND SYSTEMS OFFER BREAKTHROUGH IMAGING TECHNOLOGIES AND SUPERIOR ERGONOMICS
Aplio 500 and Aplio 300 Showcased at AIUM Annual Convention PHOENIX, March 29, 2012 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase the AplioTM 500 and Aplio 300 ultrasound systems at the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) annual convention, March 29–April 1, 2012 in Phoenix, Ariz. (Booth #213). Aplio 500 and Aplio 300,…
March 26, 2012
TOSHIBA’S ULTRASOUND SYSTEMS FEATURE ADVANCED IMAGING AND SUPERIOR ERGONOMICS FOR INTERVENTIONAL PROCEDURES
Aplio 500 and Viamo Showcased at SIR Annual Meeting SAN FRANCISCO, March 26, 2012 – Providing interventionalists with ultrasound solutions designed to meet their needs, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase the AplioTM 500 and the ViamoTM ultrasound systems at the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) annual meeting, March 24 – 29, 2012 in…
March 25, 2012
TOSHIBA’S AQUILION ONE DIAGNOSES CARDIAC DISEASE WITH CT MYOCARDIAL ANALYSIS SOFTWARE FROM VITAL IMAGES
Highlighted at ACC’s Annual Meeting, CT Myocardial Analysis Shows Cardiac Function CHICAGO, March 25, 2012 – As the only CT system with a detector wide enough to capture the entire heart in a single rotation, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s AquilionTM ONE dynamic volume CT system, combined with Vital Images’ CT Myocardial Analysis software, provides…
March 24, 2012
TOSHIBA’S CARDIOVASCULAR X-RAY SYSTEMS FACILITATE TRANSRADIAL AND TAVR PROCEDURES FOR SAFER, ACCURATE PATIENT EXAMS
Industry Leaders Using Infinix-i Systems Present Advanced Treatment Options and Improved Patient Outcomes at ACC Annual Industry Expert Theater CHICAGO, March 24, 2012 – The design of Toshiba’s Infinixi-i cardiovascular X-ray system improves patient access in the cath lab during transradial and transcatheter aortic-valve replacement (TAVR) intervention, resulting in better patient care and outcomes. At…
March 24, 2012
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES NEW SOFTWARE FOR INFINIX-i VASCULAR IMAGING SYSTEMS TO FACILITATE FASTER, SAFER PROCEDURES
New Software Enables High-Speed 3D Reconstruction and Helps Lower Radiation Dose SAN FRANCISCO, March 24, 2012 – Committed to developing technology to make vascular procedures faster, easier and safer, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. introduces new software for its InfinixTM-i vascular X-ray systems, enabling high-speed 3D reconstruction and low-contrast imaging. Toshiba will showcase the Infinix-i…
March 22, 2012
TOSHIBA’S NEWEST ULTRASOUND SYSTEMS OFFER BREAKTHROUGH IMAGING TECHNOLOGIES AND ADVANCED CARDIAC CAPABILITIES
Toshiba to Highlight Aplio 500 and Aplio 300; Enhancements to Aplio Artida’s 3D Imaging Capabilities at ACC Annual Meeting CHICAGO, March 22, 2012 – Improving the ability to diagnose cardiac disease with advanced ultrasound imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase the newest additions to its ultrasound product line, AplioTM 500 and Aplio 300…
March 14, 2012
TOSHIBA X-RAY SYSTEM IMPROVES PATIENT CARE AT HEALTH CENTRAL WITH FASTER, MORE ACCURATE EXAMS
RADREX-i Digital X-ray System Enhances Throughput in Hospital’s Emergency Department TUSTIN, Calif., March 14, 2012 – Time is critical in emergency departments (EDs), and fast diagnoses improve treatment and patient care. To reduce exam times and increase throughput in its ED, Health Central in Ocoee, Fla., installed Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s RADREXTM-i digital radiographic…
March 12, 2012
SOCIETY OF CARDIOVASCULAR COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY (SCCT) IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE 6TH ANNUAL TOSHIBA YOUNG INVESTIGATOR AWARD (YIA)
Vienna, Va., March 12, 2012 – The Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT) is now accepting applications for the 6th Annual Toshiba Young Investigator Award (YIA). Sponsored by Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., the YIA supports the professional and clinical development of top radiology residents and cardiology fellows within five years of completing a training…
March 5, 2012
TOSHIBA’S DIGITAL X-RAY SYSTEM ALLOWS FASTER IMAGING AT LE BONHEUR CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
RADREX-i X-ray Systems Improve Throughput in Hospital’s Emergency and Radiology Departments TUSTIN, Calif., March 5, 2012 – Following several successful years of utilizing Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s RADREXTM-i digital radiographic (DR) X-ray system, Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital in Memphis, Tenn., has installed two additional systems in the emergency and radiology departments at its recently…
February 8, 2012
TOSHIBA INSTALLS FIRST APLIO 500 ULTRASOUND SYSTEM AT SPECTRUM HEALTH
System Offers Advanced Visualization for Quick Diagnoses TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 8, 2012 – To enhance the diagnostic capabilities of ultrasound and improve patient care, Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids, Mich., has installed the first AplioTM 500 ultrasound system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. Aplio 500 offers advanced visualization capabilities, workflow automation tools, superior ergonomics…
February 1, 2012
TOSHIBA’S AQUILION PRIME CT SYSTEM RECEIVES FDA CLEARANCE
New Addition to the Aquilion CT Product Family Offers Ultra-Low Dose and Ultra-Fast Workflow TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 1, 2012 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announces the FDA clearance of the AquilionTM PRIME CT system, the latest addition to the Aquilion CT product line and part of the “ONE Family” of CT scanners. With double-slice…
January 23, 2012
TOSHIBA INSTALLS 1,200th VANTAGE MR SYSTEM WORLDWIDE
Banner Good Samaritan Selects Vantage Titan for Breast Imaging, Patient-Friendly Features and Non-Contrast Techniques TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 23, 2012 – To provide patient-friendly MR imaging, Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center in Phoenix, Ariz., has installed a Vantage TitanTM 1.5T MR system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., which is the 1,200th Vantage MR installed worldwide….
January 19, 2012
NADER RAD NAMED VICE PRESIDENT AND GENERAL COUNSEL OF TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS
TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 19, 2012 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) announced today that Nader Rad has been named vice president and general counsel of the company. In this role, Rad is responsible for TAMS’ legal and regulatory affairs, as well as the company’s interaction with the Food and Drug Administration and the medical…
January 18, 2012
TOSHIBA’S AQUILION ONE CT FACILITATES FASTER, ACCURATE NEURO IMAGING AT BUFFALO GENERAL MEDICAL CENTER EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
Installation Marks Kaleida Health’s Second Aquilion ONE CT in an Emergency Department TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 18, 2012 – Based on proven success at Millard Fillmore Gates Circle Hospital triaging stroke patients, Kaleida Health installed a second AquilionTM ONE from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., at Buffalo General Medical Center in Buffalo, N.Y. As the only…
January 17, 2012
DONALD FOWLER NAMED PRESIDENT OF TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS
TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 12, 2012 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced today that Donald L. Fowler has been named president of the company. Fowler will continue to drive the growth of Toshiba’s multi-modality business in the United States and reinforce the company’s commitment to and position of industry leadership in customer satisfaction. “Mr. Fowler…
December 19, 2011
AHRA AND TOSHIBA ANNOUNCE 2011 PUTTING PATIENTS FIRST GRANT RECIPIENTS
Seven Winners Selected for Programs That Improve Patient Care and Safety TUSTIN, Calif., Dec. 19, 2011 – Helping hospitals, imaging centers and health systems develop or improve existing education and patient care initiatives in diagnostic imaging, AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management and Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced the seven recipients of the…
December 5, 2011
TOSHIBA ENHANCES RADREX-i DIGITAL RADIOGRAPHIC SYSTEM WITH DOSE MANAGEMENT TOOLS TO IMPROVE PATIENT SAFETY
Dose Reporting and Reject Analysis Software Help Manage Radiation Exposure, Increase Workflow and Ensure High-Quality Imaging TUSTIN, Calif., Dec. 5, 2011 – Improving patient care by enabling clinicians to better manage radiation dose for X-ray procedures, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has added two new enhancements to the RADREXTM-i digital radiographic (DR) X-ray system –…
December 1, 2011
TOSHIBA’S INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED IMAGING OFFERS NEW MR AND CT COURSES
Titan 3T MR, Cardiac CT Courses Now Available CHICAGO, Dec. 1, 2011 – To provide customers with advanced training for their imaging technology, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Institute of Advanced Imaging in Irvine, Calif., now offers courses for the Vantage TitanTM 3T MR system and advanced cardiac applications on the AquilionTM ONE and Premium…
November 30, 2011
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES NEW APPLICATIONS TAKING CT FROM ANATOMICAL TO FUNCTIONAL
CT Clinical Applications Help to More Accurately Diagnose Disease CHICAGO, Nov. 30, 2011 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announces new functional-based clinical applications – Dual Energy and Myocardial Perfusion (both works-in-progress), as well as Body Perfusion – for its AquilionTM CT systems. These applications are shown at this year’s Radiological Society of North America…
November 30, 2011
TOSHIBA’S TRAINING PROVIDES CUSTOMIZABLE OPTIONS
Performance Pro Education Program Helps John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County Tailor Education to Fit its Needs CHICAGO, Nov. 30, 2011 – Understanding that each customer has unique needs, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. partners with institutions to create customizable training and education programs. John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County, in…
November 29, 2011
TOSHIBA’S KALARE WIRELESS X-RAY INCREASES EFFICIENCY AND MAKES EXAMS EASIER FOR PATIENTS AND CLINICIANS
Toshiba Showcases Wireless 14” x 17” Panel and Rotating Bucky Tray for Kalare CHICAGO, Nov. 29, 2011 – Designed to improve productivity and efficiency in today’s fast-paced healthcare environment, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase the KalareTM Wireless X-ray system at this year’s Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting in Chicago, Nov….
November 29, 2011
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES DICOM RADIATION DOSE STRUCTURED REPORT ON ALL NEW VASCULAR SYSTEMS FOR BETTER DOSE MANAGEMENT AND SAFER PATIENT EXAMS
Toshiba’s New Dose Management Tool Places Clinicians at Forefront of Patient Safety CHICAGO, Nov. 29, 2011 – Enabling clinicians to better manage dose for safer vascular X-ray procedures, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has introduced Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) Radiation Dose Structured Report on all new Toshiba InfinixTM-i vascular X-ray systems. Toshiba’s…
November 29, 2011
TOSHIBA UNVEILS AIDR 3D TO REDUCE DOSE AND PROVIDE SAFER CT EXAMS
Dose-Reduction Software Enables Lower-Dose for All Exams, Including Functional Studies CHICAGO, Nov. 29, 2011 – To make today’s CT examinations even safer, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., unveils next generation dose reduction technology, Adaptive Iterative Dose Reduction 3D (AIDR 3D, pending 510(k) clearance), at this year’s Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting in…
November 28, 2011
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES THE NEW VANTAGE TITAN 1.5T MR SERIES
Now Available in 8, 16 and 32 Channels to Meet Wide Range of Clinical Needs CHICAGO, Nov. 28, 2011 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. introduces the Vantage TitanTM 1.5T MR Series. In addition to the current 16-channel system, Toshiba will offer 8-channel (works-in-progress) and 32-channel (WIP) systems. The Vantage Titan 1.5T MR series is…
November 27, 2011
TOSHIBA’S AQUILION PRIME CT OFFERS FAST, LOW DOSE EXAMS FOR IMPROVED PATIENT CARE
Newest Addition to Aquilion CT Family Showcased at RSNA Annual Meeting 2011 CHICAGO, Nov. 27, 2011 – As the latest addition to the “ONE Family” of CT scanners, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase the AquilionTM PRIME CT (pending 510(k) clearance) at this year’s Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting in Chicago,…
November 27, 2011
TOSHIBA LAUNCHES APLIO 300 ULTRASOUND SYSTEM
510(k) Cleared with Crystal Clear Imaging, Superior Ergonomics Designed for Today’s Healthcare Environment CHICAGO, Nov. 27, 2011 – Responding to the need for versatile ultrasound technology for radiology departments everywhere, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. launched the AplioTM 300 ultrasound system. The Aplio 300 is shown at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual…
November 27, 2011
TOSHIBA LAUNCHES APLIO 500 ULTRASOUND WITH ADVANCED FLY THRU AND SMART FUSION FEATURES
System Offers Picture-Perfect Imaging, Workflow Tools and Reliance Program CHICAGO, Nov. 27, 2011 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., launched the AplioTM 500 ultrasound system, enabling clinicians to diagnose like never before, using the most advanced visualization tools in the industry. The Aplio 500 ultrasound is 510(k) cleared and displayed at the Radiological Society of…
November 27, 2011
TOSHIBA’S VANTAGE TITAN 3T MR DEMONSTRATES ADVANCED WHOLE-BODY MR IMAGING
Solves Clinical, Patient Compliance Challenges of 3T MR Imaging CHICAGO, Nov. 27, 2011 – Designed to eliminate the patient compliance challenges and poor whole-body images associated with 3T MR imaging, Toshiba has developed the Vantage TitanTM 3T MR. The new system is showcased at this year’s Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting in…
November 17, 2011
TOSHIBA’S DUAL C-ARM CATH LAB WORKS LIKE TWO SYSTEMS IN A SINGLE ROOM MAKING EXAMS FASTER AND EASIER FOR PATIENTS
Ochsner Medical Center Installs Toshiba’s Infinix DP-i Cardiovascular X-ray System TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 17, 2011 – In cath lab procedures, the ability to freely move the X-ray system around the patient, clinicians and equipment is crucial to make exams faster, easier and safer. Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, La., installed the InfinixTM DP-i from…
November 14, 2011
TOSHIBA’S CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEMS MAKE TRANSRADIAL APPROACH EASIER AND SAFER
Three Different Infinix-i X-ray Systems Optimize Harrison Medical Center Patient Throughput for Interventional Cardiac, Peripheral and EP Exams TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 14, 2011 – Performing cardiac catheterizations through the radial artery is proven to make exams safer for patients while frequently reducing post-procedure hospital stay times. To conduct radial interventions from both the right and…
November 7, 2011
TOSHIBA’S LARGE MONITOR DISPLAY ENHANCES VISIBILITY FOR MORE ACCURATE DIAGNOSES
Toshiba Showcases 56-Inch Large Monitor Display for Infinix-i Vascular and Cardiovascular X-ray Systems SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 7, 2011 – In cath lab procedures, clearly visualizing complex vascular structures is crucial to making exams faster and easier. Toshiba will showcase a new 56-inch LCD monitor for the InfinixTM-i line at this year’s Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics (TCT)…
November 1, 2011
TOSHIBA INSTALLS 1,100th VANTAGE MR SYSTEM WORLDWIDE
Vantage Titan Improves Bariatric Imaging, Reduces Claustrophobia at Geisinger Health System TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 1, 2011 – Demonstrating the ability of Toshiba’s VantageTM Titan MR system to help healthcare providers improve patient care and workflow in MR, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., has installed the 1,100th Vantage MR system at Geisinger Health System in Danville,…
October 31, 2011
TOSHIBA’S DUAL PLANE X-RAY SYSTEM ENABLES FASTER AND EASIER CARDIAC, PERIPHERAL INTERVENTIONS FOR PATIENTS
Eight Live Cases at Peripheral Angioplasty/All That Jazz Annual Conference Using Infinix DP-i NEW ORLEANS, Oct. 31, 2011 – Enabling clinicians to seamlessly transition between cardiac and peripheral intervention during a single procedure, InfinixTM DP-i cardiovascular X-ray system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will be used in eight live cases at Peripheral Angioplasty and…
October 27, 2011
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES THE INDUSTRY’S ONLY 16-CHANNEL MR FLEX COILS
Flexible Coil System and Other Enhancements Improve Efficiency and Diagnostic Confidence TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 27, 2011 – To ensure MR imaging is as efficient and safe as possible, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has unveiled enhancements to its Vantage Titan™ MR product line, including the first high-density 16-channel flexible coil system (works-in-progress). The new additions…
October 15, 2011
TOSHIBA’S VIAMO ULTRASOUND SYSTEM IMPROVES DIAGNOSTIC CONFIDENCE AND WORKFLOW IN EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
Toshiba Showcases Premium Portable, Advanced Ultrasound at ACEP SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 15, 2011 – Ultrasound is often used as a first-line exam to quickly and safely diagnose a range of patient conditions in the emergency department. At this year’s American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) annual scientific assembly in San Francisco, Oct. 15–18, 2011 (Booth…
October 6, 2011
TOSHIBA’S INFINIX-i CARDIOVASCULAR DUAL PLANE X-RAY SYSTEM ENHANCES PRODUCTIVITY FOR HIGH-VOLUME MEDICAL CENTER
North Mississippi Medical Center Installs Toshiba’s Infinix DP-i for More Precise Whole-Body Imaging on a Single System TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 6, 2011 – In high-volume cath labs, the ability to conduct both cardiac and peripheral procedures with one system allows clinicians to treat a variety of patients and improves efficiency. North Mississippi Medical Center in…
September 28, 2011
TOSHIBA’S IMAGING SYSTEMS PROVIDE SAFE AND EFFICIENT EXAMS FOR PATIENTS AT LOURDES HOSPITAL
Lourdes Hospital Selects 17 Toshiba Systems Across Multiple Modalities TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 28, 2011 – To make diagnostic imaging safer and faster for patients while maintaining high image quality for accurate diagnoses, Lourdes Hospital, in Binghamton, NY, has acquired a suite of diagnostic imaging systems from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. To date, Lourdes has…
September 26, 2011
TOSHIBA INSTALLS FIRST T.RAD PLUS X-RAY SYSTEM WITH NEW WIRELESS CAPABILITIES AT LANSDALE HOSPITAL
T.RAD Wireless Helps Lansdale Hospital Emergency Department Conduct Faster Exams TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 26, 2011 – Since reducing X-ray exam time in the ER is crucial to improving patient care, Lansdale Hospital has installed Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s T.RAD PlusTM X-ray system with the new wireless detector, the first U.S. installation with the new…
September 22, 2011
TOSHIBA’S ULTRASOUND SYSTEMS ENHANCE DIAGNOSTIC CONFIDENCE AND WORKFLOW IN TODAY’S HEALTHCARE ENVIRONMENT
Toshiba to Showcase Suite of Premium Performance and Ergonomically Friendly Ultrasound Units at SDMS Annual Meeting ATLANTA, Sept. 22, 2011 – Ultrasound is often used as a first-line exam to quickly and safely diagnose a range of patient conditions. At this year’s Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (SDMS) annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga., Sept. 22–25,…
September 21, 2011
TOSHIBA RECEIVES FDA CLEARANCE FOR ADVANCED M-POWER INTERFACE
Customizable User Interface Streamlines and Accelerates Imaging Process TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 21, 2011 – Increasing MR exam efficiency, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc’s. advanced M-Power interface has received FDA clearance. M-Power is a customizable MR system user interface enabling technologists to streamline and accelerate scanning processes and enhance diagnoses. M-Power will be available for use…
September 19, 2011
TOSHIBA’S VASCULAR X-RAY LOWERS PATIENT RISK IN CARDIAC CATHETERIZATION PROCEDURES
Infinix-i System Improves Patient Outcomes During Transradial Interventions at Shannon Medical Center TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 19, 2011 – Performing cardiac catheterizations through the radial artery is proven to lower the risk of vascular complications, reduce major bleeding and improve patient recovery time when compared to femoral access. Shannon Medical Center, in San Angelo, Texas, installed…
September 15, 2011
TOSHIBA DONATES AQUILION 4 CT SYSTEM TO TENWEK HOSPITAL IN KENYA
Refurbished CT Installed at Training Hospital as Part of Community-Based Neurosurgery Program TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 15, 2011 – In an effort to provide remote countries better access to medical imaging technology, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has donated and installed a refurbished Aquilion™ 4 CT system at Tenwek Hospital in Bomet, Kenya. As the training…
September 14, 2011
TOSHIBA’S AQUILION ONE HELPS DIAGNOSE STROKE AND CARDIOVASCULAR CONDITIONS FASTER, MORE ACCURATELY IN THE ED
Benefits of Advanced Ultra Helical CT Scanning, Adaptive Iterative Dose Reduction and Other Features of Toshiba’s Aquilion ONE to Be Highlighted at the ASER Annual Meeting MIAMI, Sept. 14, 2011 – Since fast and accurate detection of potential conditions in the head, chest and abdomen can save lives in a hospital’s emergency department (ED), clinicians…
September 7, 2011
TOSHIBA’S AQUILION ONE DYNAMIC VOLUME AND PERFUSION IMAGING TECHNOLOGIES IMPROVE HEAD AND NECK TUMOR DIAGNOSES
Toshiba Showcases the Aquilion ONE at the American Society of Head and Neck Radiology’s Annual Meeting TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 7, 2011 – When diagnosing and planning treatment for head or neck tumors, clinicians require a CT system that is able to identify diseases and malignancies with high accuracy. Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s AquilionTM ONE…
September 6, 2011
TOSHIBA’S KALARE WIRELESS X-RAY SYSTEM MAKES IMAGING MORE EFFICIENT
Kalare X-Ray System Now Available with a Wireless 14”x17” Panel TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 6, 2011 – Designed to improve productivity and efficiency in X-ray imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has introduced the KalareTM Wireless X-ray system. The Kalare Wireless includes the advanced technology from the original Kalare, plus a new wireless 14”x17” panel with…
August 29, 2011
TOSHIBA’S NEW KALARE IMAGING SYSTEM RECEIVES FDA CLEARANCE
HDR-08A Imaging System for Kalare Offers Advanced User Interface TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 29, 2011 – To enhance workflow in today’s fast-paced healthcare environment, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announces the FDA-cleared HDR-08A Imaging System for KalareTM, which offers Toshiba’s same feature-rich Kalare R&F technology with a new innovative user interface and more advanced image processing….
August 24, 2011
TOSHIBA ULTRASOUND’S ADVANCED IMAGE QUALITY IMPROVES PATIENT DIAGNOSIS IN PREMIER PEDIATRIC ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY LAB
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Sibley Heart Center Installs Toshiba’s Aplio MX Ultrasound TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 24, 2011 – To improve clinical performance in fetal echocardiography with advanced imaging applications, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta has acquired Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s AplioTM MX ultrasound system for the Children’s Sibley Heart Center fetal echo program. The Children’s…
August 22, 2011
TOSHIBA CT AND ULTRASOUND SYSTEMS IMPROVE ACUTE DIAGNOSES FOR LEADING CRITICAL CARE HOSPITAL
Tri Valley Health System’s Cambridge Memorial Hospital Installs Toshiba Aquilion 64 CT and Aplio XG Ultrasound to Help Improve Image Quality and Diagnostic Efficiency TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 22, 2011 – Since quick and accurate diagnosis is critical in an acute setting, Cambridge Memorial Hospital, a critical care hospital in Nebraska operating as part of the…
August 15, 2011
TOSHIBA CONTINUES ROLE AS MAJOR CORPORATE DONOR OF THE FOUNDATION OF THE AMERICAN COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVES
CHICAGO, August 15, 2011 — To help educate future healthcare leaders, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., is continuing its support of the Foundation of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) as a corporate donor for the Fund for Innovation in Healthcare Leadership. Starting in 2010, Toshiba is underwriting 20 scholarships each year for mid-level…
August 15, 2011
AHRA AND TOSHIBA EXPAND FOURTH ANNUAL PUTTING PATIENTS FIRST PROGRAM
Putting Patients First Program Funds Seven Grants, Including a New $20,000 Grant for Integrated Delivery Networks (IDN) TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 15, 2011 – To help hospitals and imaging centers build new or expand upon existing education and patient care initiatives, AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management announces the fourth year of its Putting Patients…
August 14, 2011
TOSHIBA’S PATIENT-FOCUSED DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING TECHNOLOGIES HELP PHYSICIANS PROVIDE SAFER, MORE ACCURATE EXAMS
Toshiba Showcases Patient-Friendly CT, MR, Ultrasound and X-Ray Technologies at 2011 AHRA Annual Meeting GRAPEVINE, Texas, Aug. 14, 2011 – Addressing the need to improve diagnostic accuracy while making exams safer and more comfortable for patients, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., is showcasing patient-focused technology, including its AquilionTM ONE and AquilionTM Premium CT systems, M-Power…
August 8, 2011
TOSHIBA’S PATIENT FRIENDLY 3T MR SYSTEM RECEIVES FDA CLEARANCE
Features of New 3T MR Designed to Improve Patient Comfort and Workflow TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 8, 2011 – In the 3T MR marketplace, patient compliance often impacts image quality and patient throughput. As the only 3T MR system designed to improve patient compliance and comfort while offering advanced radiology capabilities, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s…
August 1, 2011
TOSHIBA NAMES VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES
TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 1, 2011 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced today that Scott Goodwin has been named vice president, Sales. In this role, Goodwin will oversee CT, MR, X-ray/vascular and ultrasound sales field operations, sales and customer training and applications. “Scott has an excellent record in the diagnostic imaging market and brings strong…
July 27, 2011
SOCIETY OF CARDIOVASCULAR COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY (SCCT) ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF TOSHIBA YOUNG INVESTIGATOR (YIA) AWARD
VIENNA, VA, July 26, 2011 – The Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT) announces the winners of the Toshiba Young Investigator (YIA) award that were recently presented at the society’s 6th Annual Scientific Meeting. Sponsored by an educational grant from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., the YIA award supports the professional and clinical development of…
July 25, 2011
TOSHIBA’S VASCULAR X-RAY AND ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGIES IMPROVE INTERVENTIONAL CAPABILITIES DURING PEDIATRIC HEART PROCEDURES
Infinix CF-i Bi-Plane Systems and Aplio Artida to Be Used During Live Clinical Cases at PICS-AICS BOSTON, July 25, 2011 – Vascular interventions performed in pediatrics require imaging equipment specially designed for this setting. During the Pediatric and Adult Interventional Cardiac Symposium (PICS-AICS), July 24–27, 2011 in Boston, three leading pediatric cardiac hospitals will perform…
July 13, 2011
TOSHIBA’S HYBRID VASCULAR X-RAY TECHNOLOGIES IMPROVE PEDIATRIC OUTCOMES AT ARNOLD PALMER HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN
Infinix CF-i Bi-Plane Combined with CAT-880B Table Enables Arnold Palmer to Open Dedicated Hybrid Suite to Treat Pediatric and Complex Congenital Cardiovascular Disease TUSTIN, Calif., July 13, 2011 – In a true hybrid suite, both cath lab and open surgical procedures are performed in a single room. In creating hybrid cath labs, healthcare facilities require…
July 11, 2011
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES MR WORKSTATION SOFTWARE UPGRADE
VirtualExplorer Version 3.1 Software Provides Enhanced Features and Functionality TUSTIN, Calif., July 11, 2011 – To streamline diagnosis and enable greater overall exam efficiency, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has announced FDA approval of VirtualExplorer Version 3.1, a software upgrade package for Toshiba MR VirtualExplorer workstations. The software provides enhanced post-processing functionality, and the new…
June 30, 2011
TOSHIBA NAMES 3T MR PRODUCT MANAGER
TUSTIN, Calif., June 30, 2011 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced today that Guy Poloni, Ph.D., has been named product manager for the Vantage Titan™ 3T MR system. In his new position, Poloni will develop and implement product marketing strategies and programs for the system, and will play an integral role in the launch…
June 20, 2011
TOSHIBA HONORED BY PREMIER HEALTHCARE ALLIANCE FOR OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
TUSTIN, Calif., June 20, 2011 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced that it is a winner of the sixth annual Performance Award, presented by the Premier healthcare alliance. Premier has contracts with more than 800 suppliers, and Toshiba is one of 38 contracted suppliers to receive the Performance Award. Winners are recognized for…
June 16, 2011
TOSHIBA HIGHLIGHTS HYBRID OPERATING ROOM CONFIGURATIONS AND TECHNOLOGIES AT SVS ANNUAL MEETING
The Mechanical Flexibility and Patient Access Enabled by Single Plane, Ceiling Mounted Infinix-i Vascular X-ray Systems Help Create the Ultimate Hybrid OR Lab CHICAGO, June 16, 2011 – In hybrid operating rooms (OR), healthcare facilities require a flexible imaging system to create a collaborative environment between clinicians and to allow both surgical and interventional procedures…
June 13, 2011
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES TOP KLAS CARDIOVASCULAR RATING, TYING FOR FIRST OVERALL
Toshiba Will Showcase Cardiac Diagnostic Applications for Its Ultrasound Product Line at ASE MONTREAL, June 13, 2011 – Ultrasound is often used as a first-line diagnostic exam to quickly and safely diagnose a range of patient conditions. At this year’s American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) annual meeting in Montreal, June 11–14, 2011 (Booth #1019), Toshiba…
June 9, 2011
TOSHIBA MEDICAL SYSTEMS CORPORATION ANNOUNCES EXPIRATION OF INITIAL TENDER OFFER PERIOD FOR OUTSTANDING SHARES OF VITAL IMAGES, INC. AND COMMENCEMENT OF SUBSEQUENT OFFERING PERIOD
New York, New York, June 9, 2011 and Tokyo, Japan, June 9, 2011 – Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation (“TMSC”) today announced the completion of the initial cash tender offer by TMSC and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Magenta Corporation (“Merger Sub”), for all of the outstanding shares of common stock of Vital Images, Inc. (Nasdaq: VTAL) (“Vital…
June 7, 2011
TOSHIBA DEMONSTRATES EFFECTIVENESS OF AQUILION ONE CT SYSTEM IN DIAGNOSING ACUTE STROKE AT ASNR ANNUAL MEETING
Aquilion ONE’s 320-Detector Row, Dynamic Volume Imaging Improves Stroke Patient Outcomes While Lowering Healthcare Costs SEATTLE, June 7, 2011 – Stroke accounts for approximately one in every 18 deaths in the U.S. and is the third most common cause of death, according to the American Heart Association. With three-fourths of strokes occurring in people over…
June 1, 2011
TOSHIBA’S INFINIX-i VASCULAR X-RAY SYSTEMS USED IN 12 INTERVENTIONAL LIVE CASES AT NEW CARDIOVASCULAR HORIZONS CONFERENCE
Live Cases Showcase the Unique Features of the Infinix-i for a Variety of Interventional Procedures, Including the Treatment of Limb Ischemia NEW ORLEANS, June 1, 2011 – Enabling physicians to perform a range of interventional procedures, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s InfinixTM DP-i X-ray system provides clinicians with the ability to transition between cardiac and…
May 27, 2011
TOSHIBA SHOWCASES AQUILION ONE PEDIATRIC IMAGING CAPABILITIES AT IPR
Toshiba’s Dose Reduction Technologies Help Limit Radiation Exposure in Pediatric Diagnostic Imaging LONDON, May 27, 2011 – With the potential to undergo multiple diagnostic imaging exams over one’s lifetime, it is important to limit radiation and sedation for pediatric patients. Since children have a longer life expectancy and rapidly growing tissues, they are more sensitive…
May 23, 2011
MORRIS HOSPITAL CHOOSES TOSHIBA’S X-RAY TECHNOLOGY TO IMPROVE DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING CAPABILITIES AND PROVIDE OPTIMAL PATIENT CARE
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
MR KNEE COIL FOR THE TOSHIBA VANTAGE TITAN ENABLES BETTER CLINICAL ACCURACY FOR BARIATRIC IMAGING
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
TOSHIBA PARTNERS WITH VARIETY THE CHILDREN’S CHARITY OF THE DESERT TO DONATE BIKES TO CHILDREN
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
TOSHIBA TO SHOWCASE DOSE REDUCTION TECHNOLOGIES IN CARDIOVASCULAR CT AT ARRS
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
TOSHIBA MEDICAL SYSTEMS CORPORATION TO ACQUIRE VITAL IMAGES, INC. FOR $18.75 PER SHARE IN ALL CASH TRANSACTION
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
MERCY MEDICAL CENTER INSTALLS TOSHIBA’S INFINIX-i VASCULAR HYBRID SYSTEM TO HELP IMPROVE PATIENT CARE AND WORKFLOW
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
DONALD FOWLER JOINS TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS AS GENERAL MANAGER AND SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT
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
TOSHIBA’S PATIENT-FRIENDLY DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING TECHNOLOGY HELPS KOSAIR CHILDREN’S MEDICAL CENTER IMPROVE PEDIATRIC CARE
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
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES UPGRADES ACROSS ITS ULTRASOUND PRODUCT LINE TO FURTHER ENHANCE IMAGING CAPABILITIES AND IMPROVE WORKFLOW
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
THUMB MRI CENTER, LLC CHOOSES TOSHIBA AND CLEVELAND CLINIC TO SET THE HIGHEST STANDARD OF CARE IN MRI IMAGING
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…
April 6, 2011
STEPHEN BUMB JOINS TOSHIBA AS DIRECTOR OF X-RAY VASCULAR BUSINESS UNIT
TUSTIN, Calif., April 6, 2011 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced today that Stephen Bumb has been named director, X-ray Vascular Business Unit. As the new director, Bumb is responsible for implementing strategic and tactical marketing plans to drive growth. He will also interface with the global business unit at Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation…
April 5, 2011
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES ENHANCEMENTS ON ITS ULTRASOUND PRODUCT LINE TO IMPROVE CARDIAC DIAGNOSTIC CAPABILITIES
3D Wall Motion Tracking and Tissue Enhancement on the Aplio Artida, Auto IMT for Shared Service Systems and New TEE Probe, All Designed to Improve Advanced Cardiac Imaging NEW ORLEANS, April 5, 2011 – Ultrasound is often used as a first-line diagnostic exam to quickly and safely diagnose a range of patient conditions. At this…
April 5, 2011
SHANDS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA EXPANDS CARDIAC AND NEURO DIAGNOSTIC CAPABILITIES THROUGH UTILIZATION OF TOSHIBA’S AQUILION ONE
Shands at UF Improves Workflow While Providing More Accurate and Safer Diagnostic Imaging for Patients NEW ORLEANS, April 5, 2011 – Shands at the University of Florida, the primary teaching hospital for the UF College of Medicine and one of the Southeast’s premier health centers, has expanded its diagnostic imaging capabilities for both cardiac and…
April 4, 2011
TOSHIBA’S INFINIX-i VASCULAR SYSTEMS HELP MEMORIAL HERMANN TO IMPROVE CARE THROUGH TRANSRADIAL INTERVENTION
Infinix-i’s Flexible Five-Axis C-arm Movement Facilitates Radial Approach, Offers Better Patient Access and Increased Collaboration Among Interventional Teams NEW ORLEANS, April 4, 2011 – As one of the world’s largest providers of cardiovascular care, Memorial Hermann is a leader in cardiac and vascular intervention, performing thousands of interventional procedures annually in the cath lab. With…
March 28, 2011
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES UPGRADES TO ITS INFINIX-i CARDIOVASCULAR X-RAY SYSTEMS
Volume Navigation 3D Roadmapping Now Available Across All New Infinix-i Systems to Improve Diagnostic Confidence During Interventional Procedures TUSTIN, Calif., March 28, 2011 – Accurately navigating and interpreting cardiovascular anatomy for precise device deployment is a challenge to physicians during complex interventional procedures. Providing physicians with greater confidence during these difficult procedures, Toshiba America Medical…
March 26, 2011
TOSHIBA’S NEW VOLUME NAVIGATION 3D ROADMAP FACILITATES MORE ACCURATE VISUALIZATION DURING COMPLEX INTERVENTIONS
Easy-to-Use Software Available on the Infinix-i Product Line Provides Clinicians with Greater Confidence During Procedures TUSTIN, Calif., March 26, 2011 – During complex interventional procedures, it is challenging to accurately navigate and interpret the vascular anatomy for precise device deployment. To aid physicians during such interventions, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., has introduced Volume Navigation…
March 7, 2011
TOSHIBA’S AQUILION LARGE BORE CT SYSTEM IMPROVES ACCURACY OF RADIATION ONCOLOGY PLANNING AT GREAT RIVER MEDICAL CENTER
Toshiba’s Aquilion Large Bore Offers Superior Image Quality and the Industry’s Largest True Field-of-View TUSTIN, Calif., March 7, 2011 – When planning radiation therapy treatments for cancer, it is critical to accurately target the tumor and spare healthy tissue. In order to achieve this, a CT simulation of the patient in the ideal treatment position,…
February 28, 2011
WESTERN MEDICAL CENTER SANTA ANA INSTALLS TOSHIBA’S VASCULAR X-RAY SYSTEM TO PERFORM ADVANCED DIAGNOSTIC AND INTERVENTIONAL PROCEDURES
Toshiba’s Infinix VF-i bi-plane with 3D Volume Navigation Roadmapping Delivers Optimum Image Quality, Patient-Focused Care and Quicker Exams TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 28, 2011 – To increase diagnostic capabilities and provide patients with the highest quality care, Western Medical Center Santa Ana has installed Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Infinix™ VF-i bi-plane vascular X-ray system with…
February 24, 2011
TOSHIBA’S reNEW UPGRADE PROGRAM PROVIDES PATHWAY FOR ACCESSING THE LATEST IN MR TECHNOLOGY
Upgrade Program Offers Cost-Effective Solution for Toshiba MR Customers to Improve Their Technology TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 24, 2011 – To help customers gain access to the latest innovations in imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. offers the reNEW™ upgrade program, which provides customers the ability to upgrade throughout the entire suite of Toshiba’s advanced Vantage™…
February 16, 2011
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES FDA CLEARANCE OF AUTO-IMT ULTRASOUND SOFTWARE
New Auto-IMT Streamlines Measuring Intima-Media Thickness (IMT) of Carotid Artery to Help with Early Detection of Cardiovascular Disease Risk TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 16, 2011 – For physicians, the ability to streamline exams for determining a patient’s risk for cardiovascular disease is important in determining the patient’s clinical pathway. To enhance diagnostic efficiency, Toshiba America Medical…
February 14, 2011
TOSHIBA INSTALLS FIRST AQUILION ONE WITH DOSE CHECK SOFTWARE MEETING MITA CT DOSE CHECK INITIATIVE
Aquilion ONE’s New Features Support MITA’s Radiation Dose Reduction Plan Initiatives and Allow Clinicians to Attain High-Quality Images with Lower Doses of Radiation TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 14, 2011 – Leading the medical imaging community in supporting the Medical Imaging & Technology Alliance’s (MITA) Radiation Dose Reduction Plan and its CT Dose Check Initiative, Toshiba America…
February 10, 2011
TERREBONNE GENERAL MEDICAL CENTER EXPANDS INTERVENTIONAL AND LIMB SALVAGE PRACTICE WITH TOSHIBA SHARED CARDIAC/VASCULAR LAB
Final Installation of Third Infinix DP-i Enables Better Imaging Accuracy and Patient Access for Evaluation and Treatment for Interventional Cases and Limb Ischemia TUSTIN, Calif. Feb. 10, 2011 – As a nationally recognized healthcare organization, home to one of the most advanced vascular interventional practices in the country, Terrebonne General Medical Center (TGMC) handles approximately…
February 7, 2011
MILLARD FILLMORE HOSPITAL STUDY DEMONSTRATES EFFECTIVENESS OF TOSHIBA’S CT SYSTEM IN HELPING DIAGNOSE ACUTE STROKE
Toshiba’s Patient-Focused Technology Improves Patient Outcomes, Reduces Length of Stay and Enables Cost Efficiencies Under Episode-Based Care TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 7, 2011 – Containing costs while delivering high-quality, effective care is a directive of healthcare reform. Episode-based care is part of the reform mandate and is a payment approach that reimburses on expected costs for…
February 2, 2011
TOSHIBA SECURES CONTRACT WITH NOVATION FOR ITS ENTIRE CT PRODUCT LINE
High Customer Service Satisfaction Ratings and Toshiba’s Commitment to Superior Technology Led to Contract Decision TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 2, 2011 – Continuing its commitment to offer the highest-quality products and services to hospitals nationwide, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has signed an agreement with Novation, the leading healthcare supply contracting company, to offer Toshiba CT…
January 25, 2011
TOSHIBA LAUNCHES INDUSTRY CONSULTING PANEL AIMED AT COLLECTING NEW PERSPECTIVES ON AN EVOLVING INDUSTRY
TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 25, 2011 – Toshiba has a strong reputation for partnering with customers to acquire feedback on how the company can continue to offer products and services that best meet the market’s needs. Toshiba is once again showing its commitment to customer partnerships by introducing its Industry Consulting Panel. Existing customers and prospects…
January 17, 2011
AHRA AND TOSHIBA ANNOUNCE 2010 PUTTING PATIENTS FIRST GRANT RECIPIENTS
Six Winners Selected for Programs Focused on Patient Care and Safety in Pediatric and Adult Imaging TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 17, 2011 – Helping facilities to build new or expand upon existing education and patient care initiatives in diagnostic imaging, AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management and Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced the six…
December 8, 2010
CHILDREN’S HOSPITALS AND CLINICS OF MINNESOTA SELECTS TOSHIBA CARDIAC IMAGING SYSTEM FOR HYBRID OR SUITE
InfinixTM CC-i X-ray System Produces Excellent Image Quality and MAQUET OR Table Provides Flawless Integration for Hybrid OR Lab TUSTIN, Calif., Dec. 8, 2010 – To advance its ability to provide patients with the highest quality of care and increase the collaboration between pediatric surgical and interventional doctors, Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota recently…
December 3, 2010
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES NEW ADVANCED COURSES AT ITS EDUCATION CENTER
Advanced CT Imaging and Advanced Non-Contrast MRA Classes Now Offered at Toshiba’s Education Center CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2010 – As advanced applications for imaging technology continue to develop at a fast pace, it is critical that the medical community have access to education opportunities to enhance the use of these new tools. Toshiba America Medical…
December 2, 2010
NEW TOSHIBA VANTAGE TITAN HSR 1.5T PRODUCES OUTSTANDING IMAGE QUALITY FOR ADVANCED MR APPLICATIONS
The Advanced Gradients of the Titan HSR Improve Temporal and Spatial Resolution for Increased Diagnostic Confidence CHICAGO, Dec. 2, 2010 – Certain MR exams such as advanced cardiac and neuro imaging require a system with enhanced gradients for better image quality and quicker exams. For these applications, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announces the new…
December 2, 2010
ENHANCEMENTS TO TOSHIBA’S KALARE X-RAY SYSTEM INCREASE WORKFLOW AND PRODUCTIVITY
New Lightweight DR Panel and Rotating Bucky Tray Demonstrate Toshiba’s Commitment to Improving Operational Efficiency CHICAGO, Dec. 2, 2010 – Maximizing medical imaging resources and improving patient throughput is critical to success for healthcare facilities today. To improve workflow in X-ray imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is showcasing the KalareTM DR system with a…
December 2, 2010
TOSHIBA PROVIDES QUALITY EDUCATION WITH PERFORMANCE PRO TRAINING PROGRAM
Performance Pro Education Offers Custom, Collaborative and Creative Approaches to Training on All Toshiba Modalities CHICAGO, Dec. 2, 2010 – As hospitals obtain new imaging equipment, it is essential to train and educate staff to ensure that they are able to use advanced technologies to help diagnose patients. A carefully planned and in-depth program is…
December 1, 2010
TOSHIBA ENHANCES APLIO XG WITH WOMEN’S IMAGING CONFIGURATION DESIGNED TO IMPROVE BREAST AND HIGH-RISK OB/GYN IMAGING
Elastography, MicroPure, Dynamic Micro Slice and 4D Improvements Enable Fast and Accurate Diagnosis During Women’s Exams, Breast Imaging and OB/GYN Procedures CHICAGO, Dec. 1, 2010 – Many healthcare providers use ultrasound as a first-line diagnostic tool in detecting and monitoring women’s health conditions. To help meet the needs of healthcare providers administering women’s imaging, Toshiba…
December 1, 2010
TOSHIBA’S 3T MR ENHANCES PATIENT COMFORT AND IMPROVES EXAM EFFICIENCY
New System Showcased at RSNA Demonstrates Toshiba’s Commitment to Patient-Friendly, Efficient Imaging CHICAGO, Dec. 1, 2010 – For many patients, claustrophobia and acoustic noise can make MR imaging uncomfortable. Understanding this challenge, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. developed a 3T MR system designed to improve patient compliance and comfort while offering advanced radiology capabilities for…
November 30, 2010
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES ULTRA HELICAL CT SCANNING FOR AQUILION ONE AND AQUILION PREMIUM
160-Detector Row Helical Scanning Helps Improve Workflow and Patient Outcomes Through Rapid, Accurate Routine Body Imaging CHICAGO, Nov. 30, 2010 – One of the most common applications of CT exams is routine body imaging of the chest, abdomen and pelvis. During these exams, healthcare facilities look to provide cutting-edge exams for diagnosis, while improving departmental…
November 30, 2010
TOSHIBA SHOWCASES VF-i BI-PLANE VASCULAR X-RAY SYSTEM WITH DUAL MID-SIZED 12” x 12” FLAT PANEL DETECTORS AT RSNA 2010
Toshiba X-Ray System Offers Unprecedented Patient Access and Coverage CHICAGO, Nov. 30, 2010 – When imaging patients in the cath lab, it is critical that the vascular X-ray system provides clinicians unprecedented access without restricting image angles. Designed to increase flexibility and diagnostic capabilities, especially in neuro and pediatric imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc….
November 29, 2010
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES NON-CONTRAST MRA MULTI-CENTER TRIAL
Trial Will Include Comparisons Between Non-Contrast Time-SLIP Angiography and Other Diagnostic Imaging Techniques, Including Digital Subtraction X-Ray Angiography in the Diagnosis of Renal Artery Stenosis CHICAGO, Nov. 29, 2010 – Non-contrast MR angiography provides clear, high-quality images and can be used as an effective tool for diagnosing renal artery stenosis. To illustrate non-contrast MRA’s ability…
November 29, 2010
TOSHIBA OFFERS STRATEGIC SOLUTIONS TO HELP CUSTOMERS PREPARE FOR EPISODE OF CARE
Toshiba’s Advanced Technology, Multidimensional Knowledge Base, Customer Interaction and Training/Education Support Healthcare Providers in Effective Episode-Based Care CHICAGO, Nov. 29, 2010 – Containing costs while delivering high-quality, effective care is a directive of healthcare reform. With episode-based care as part of the reform mandate, many healthcare providers are uncertain about its effect on both patient…
November 28, 2010
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES UPGRADES ACROSS ITS ULTRASOUND PRODUCT LINE TO FURTHER ENHANCE IMAGING CAPABILITIES AND IMPROVE WORKFLOW
New Upgrades Include New Transducers, 4D Imaging and Workflow Enhancements CHICAGO, Nov. 28, 2010 – 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 at this year’s Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)…
November 28, 2010
TOSHIBA’S CT RADIATION DOSE REDUCTION TECHNOLOGIES HELP PHYSICIANS PROVIDE SAFER EXAMS FOR PATIENTS
Technologies Showcased at RSNA Extend the Ability of Toshiba CT Systems to Lower Radiation Dose CHICAGO, Nov. 28, 2010 – Reducing radiation dose is a high priority for medical imaging manufacturers and healthcare facilities. Expanding its dedication to reducing CT radiation dose while maintaining diagnostic confidence, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is expanding its suite…
November 28, 2010
TOSHIBA’S PERFORMANCE PLUS PROGRAM ENHANCES EDUCATION BY OFFERING CUSTOMIZABLE TRAINING
The Performance Plus Education Program Now Includes Custom Training for All Toshiba Modalities CHICAGO, Nov. 28, 2010 – When it comes to imaging technology training, one size does not fit all. Often, a standard education plan may not meet all of a site’s needs to ensure that the staff is able to utilize the equipment…
November 24, 2010
TOSHIBA’S NEW VOLUME NAVIGATION 3D ROADMAP FACILITATES MORE ACCURATE VISUALIZATION DURING COMPLEX INTERVENTIONS
Easy-to-Use Software Available on the Infinix-i Product Line Provides Clinicians with Greater Confidence During Procedures TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 24, 2010 – During complex interventional procedures, it is challenging to accurately navigate and interpret the vascular anatomy for precise device deployment. To aid physicians during such interventions, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., has introduced Volume Navigation…
November 23, 2010
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES NEW M-POWER USER INTERFACE
M-Power User Interface Improves Operational Efficiency and Features Advanced Post Processing Software for More Accurate Diagnosis TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 23, 2010 – To streamline the imaging process for MR technologists and enable overall exam efficiencies, as well as enhanced diagnoses, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will introduce the advanced M-Power user interface. M-Power is a…
November 22, 2010
TOSHIBA SERVICE EARNS THE MOST TOP RANKINGS IN IMV SERVICETRAK 2010 MR IMAGING SURVEY
Customers Rank Toshiba No. 1 in 31 Percent of Categories TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 22, 2010 – As healthcare organizations continue to look for the best value in imaging and customer service, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Service organization continues to deliver on the company’s dedication to top-tier service and customer satisfaction. In the 2010 IMV…
November 16, 2010
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES THE RADREX-i STANDARD X-RAY SYSTEM
New Streamlined X-Ray System Provides Economical Solution to Improve Workflow and Diagnostic Capability TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 16, 2010 – Obtaining advanced diagnostic imaging equipment to improve workflow and provide highly accurate diagnoses in a cost-effective manner is a requirement for healthcare facilities today. To meet this challenge in X-ray imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc….
November 9, 2010
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES 32 ELEMENT COILS FOR ITS VANTAGE TITAN MR SYSTEMS
New Coils Deliver Superior Imaging During Advanced Applications TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 9, 2010 – To enhance image quality and improve the speed of MR exams, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. introduces its all-new 32 element cardiac and head coils (works-in-progress) for its Vantage TitanTM product line. Available on both the Vantage Titan 1.5T MR and…
October 25, 2010
PRESBYTERIAN INTERCOMMUNITY HOSPITAL PROVIDES ADVANCED ONCOLOGY IMAGING WITH 4D CAPABILITIES
Toshiba’s Aquilion Large Bore Offers Unique Ability to Capture Movement and Makes Treatment Planning More Accurate TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 25, 2010 – For oncology radiation therapy, the ability to capture movement during treatment planning helps healthcare providers administer radiation therapy with better accuracy. For example, when planning treatment for lung cancer therapy, it is critical…
October 21, 2010
TOSHIBA ULTRASOUND SYSTEMS IMPROVE WORKFLOW AT UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS CASE MEDICAL CENTER
Enhanced Resolution and Ergonomic Design Ideal for Range of Patient Exams TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 21, 2010 – One of the top priorities for healthcare facilities today is improving operational efficiency. To help address this issue, University Hospitals Case Medical Center (UHCMC) in Cleveland, Ohio, rated among the best hospitals in the nation, recently purchased a…
October 14, 2010
TOSHIBA SERVICE EARNS THE MOST TOP RANKINGS IN IMV SERVICETRAK IMAGING 2010 CT SCANNERS SURVEY
Customers Rank Service on Toshiba’s CT Scanners No. 1 in 26 Attributes; Toshiba Outscored Industry Overall in 33 Out of 40 Attributes TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 14, 2010 – When it comes to diagnostic imaging, today’s healthcare facilities seek the best value in imaging and customer service. Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Service organization is committed…
October 4, 2010
TOSHIBA NAMES JOSEPH COOPER DIRECTOR OF CT BUSINESS UNIT
TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 4, 2010 – Toshiba America Medical Systems Inc. announced today that Joseph Cooper has been named director, CT Business Unit. As the new director, Cooper will be responsible for implementing tactical and strategic marketing plans that drive customer satisfaction, market share growth and profitability. He will also interface with the global business…
September 20, 2010
TOSHIBA ULTRASOUND IMPROVES IMAGING CONSISTENCY ACROSS DEPARTMENTS AT FLORIDA HOSPITAL FISH MEMORIAL
Xario XG’s Portability and Advanced Imaging Capabilities Improve Bariatric, OB/GYN and General Radiology Imaging Throughout Hospital TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 20, 2010 – Today’s hospitals are under pressure to enhance patient care and streamline workflow while containing costs. To achieve this goal, Florida Hospital Fish Memorial acquired four XarioTM XG ultrasound systems from Toshiba America Medical…
August 30, 2010
TOSHIBA INSTALLS 1,000th VANTAGE MR SYSTEM WORLDWIDE
Vantage Atlas’ Patient-Focused Features Ideal for Pediatric Facility TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 30, 2010 – Diagnostic imaging leader Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has installed its 1,000th Vantage MR system worldwide. Kosair Children’s Medical Center – Brownsboro, the only pediatric outpatient facility of its type in Kentucky, is the site of Toshiba’s milestone installation. The new…
August 23, 2010
AHRA AND TOSHIBA ANNOUNCE THIRD ANNUAL PUTTING PATIENTS FIRST PROGRAM
Putting Patients First Program to Fund Grants Focused on Providing Education and Improving Patient Care TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 23, 2010 – Healthcare facilities across the country are committed to providing the highest levels of patient care and safety for their communities. To help facilities build new or expand existing education and patient care initiatives, AHRA:…
August 18, 2010
THREE RESEARCHERS AWARDED 2010 TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS/RSNA GRANTS
OAK BROOK, Ill., Aug. 18, 2010 – The Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Research & Education (R&E) Foundation awarded 2010 Toshiba America Medical Systems/RSNA grants to Kenneth S. Lee, M.D., Nitin Ohri, M.D., and Ben Paxton, M.D. The grants are made possible by Toshiba’s support of the RSNA R&E Foundation. The Toshiba America Medical…
August 12, 2010
TOSHIBA NAMES STUART CLARKSON DIRECTOR OF MR BUSINESS UNIT
TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 12, 2010 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced today that Stuart Clarkson has been named director, MR Business Unit. As the new director, Clarkson will be responsible for implementing tactical and strategic marketing plans to drive growth and profitability. He will also interface with Toshiba’s global business unit at Toshiba Medical…
August 9, 2010
TOSHIBA’S AQUILION ONE REDUCES RADIATION DOSE AND SEDATION
System’s Ability to Capture up to 16 cm in One Rotation is Ideal for Pediatric Patients TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 9, 2010 – When pediatric patients are imaged using CT, reducing sedation and radiation dose while maintaining the best possible image quality is paramount in delivering care. To provide patients with high-quality CT exams and a…
July 28, 2010
SOCIETY OF CARDIOVASCULAR COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY ANNOUNCES RECIPIENTS OF FOURTH ANNUAL YOUNG INVESTIGATOR AWARD
Physicians from California and Washington, D.C., Awarded for their Patient Care Research in Technical and Clinical Advancement of Cardiovascular CT TUSTIN, Calif., July 28, 2010 – The Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT), the leading international professional society dedicated to research, education and clinical excellence in cardiovascular computed tomography (CT), has named Dr. Raman Dusaj…
June 28, 2010
TOSHIBA MR SYSTEM ENABLES CENTRAL MISSISSIPPI MEDICAL CENTER TO SUCCESSFULLY IMAGE BARIATRIC PATIENTS
Large Open-Bore Vantage Titan MR System Allows Facility to Image Bariatric Patients Who Were Previously Sent to Other Facilities for Imaging TUSTIN, Calif., June 28, 2010 – Obesity is a growing trend in the United States, requiring hospitals to provide medical imaging technology designed to accommodate bariatric patients without compromising diagnostic confidence or patient comfort….
June 23, 2010
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES AEGIS BREAST MR IMAGING WORKSTATION
Post-Processing Workstation Improves Capabilities of Breast MR and Clinician Workflow TUSTIN, Calif., June 23, 2010 – Improving the ability to efficiently process MR images used for breast cancer analysis, the AegisTM breast imaging workstation is now available with Toshiba America Medical Systems’ MR products. The Aegis workstation was developed with the distinct needs of radiologists…
June 21, 2010
TOSHIBA’S AQUILION ONE IMPROVES CLINICAL PATHWAYS FOR EMERGENCY DEPARTMENTS
Unique Ability to Show Entire Organ and Dynamic Function Quickly Provides Rapid Diagnosis When Time Is of the Essence TUSTIN, Calif., June 21, 2010 – Emergency departments are challenged to streamline patient diagnoses and treatment for a variety of conditions and require a CT system capable of imaging patients quickly, accurately and safely. Toshiba America…
June 17, 2010
TOSHIBA NAMES TOMO HASEGAWA DIRECTOR OF ULTRASOUND BUSINESS UNIT
TUSTIN, Calif., June 17, 2010 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced that Tomo Hasegawa has been named director, Ultrasound Business Unit. As the new director, Hasegawa will be responsible for implementing tactical and strategic marketing plans to drive growth and profitability. He will also interface with Toshiba’s global business unit at Toshiba Medical…
June 16, 2010
TOSHIBA TO SUPPORT THE EDUCATION OF THE NEXT GENERATION OF HEALTH CARE EXECUTIVES
Toshiba Becomes a Corporate Donor of ACHE’s Fund for Innovation in Healthcare Leadership TUSTIN, Calif., June 16, 2010 – To help educate future health care leaders, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., is providing support to the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) as a corporate donor for the Fund for Innovation in Healthcare Leadership. Toshiba…
June 15, 2010
TOSHIBA MR SYSTEM IMPROVES DIAGNOSTIC CAPABILITIES AND PATIENT COMPLIANCE AT CENTRAL WASHINGTON HOSPITAL
Open-Bore Titan MR Provides a Comfortable Patient Experience for a Range of MR Exams TUSTIN, Calif., June 15, 2010 – In today’s demanding health care environment, many community hospitals require imaging equipment that provides a variety of advanced diagnostic exams with features that improve patient cooperation. To offer a variety of high-quality, comfortable MR exams…
June 9, 2010
TOSHIBA MEDICAL SYSTEMS CORPORATION ANNOUNCES NEW PRESIDENT AND CEO
Otawara Tochigi Japan, June 9, 2010 – Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation (TMSC),a member of the Toshiba group of companies, announced today at the company’s annual shareholder meeting that Satoshi Tsunakawa will be appointed president and CEO of the company. Tsunakawa, most recently senior vice president, TMSC, succeeds Kenichi Komatsu, Ph.D., who will become an adviser…
June 9, 2010
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS HONORED BY PREMIER HEALTHCARE ALLIANCE FOR EXCEEDING PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS HONORED BY PREMIER HEALTHCARE ALLIANCE FOR EXCEEDING PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS TUSTIN, Calif., June 9, 2010 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., today announced that it is a winner of the Supplier Performance Award, presented by the Premier healthcare alliance. Premier contracts with more than 800 suppliers and Toshiba America Medical Systems is…
June 7, 2010
SOCIETY OF CARDIOVASCULAR COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY NAMES FINALISTS FOR FOURTH ANNUAL YOUNG INVESTIGATOR AWARD
Winners Named at Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography Annual Scientific Meeting TUSTIN, Calif., June 7, 2010 – The Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT), the leading international professional society dedicated to research, education and clinical excellence in cardiovascular computed tomography (CT), has named the finalists of the fourth annual Young Investigator Award. Sponsored by Toshiba…
June 3, 2010
TOSHIBA’S PREMIUM ULTRASOUND SYSTEM EXPANDS DIAGNOSTIC CAPABILITIES AT NORTHSTAR HEALTH SYSTEM
Image Quality, Ergonomic Design and Portability of the Aplio MX Enhances NORTHSTAR’S Ability to Provide Advanced Ultrasound Imaging to Its Patient Community TUSTIN, Calif., June 3, 2010 – NORTHSTAR Health System, a rural critical-access health care system in Iron River, Mich., recently completed an $18 million renovation that included upgrading its medical imaging technology. To…
June 1, 2010
TOSHIBA EARNS 2010 NORTH AMERICAN COMPETITIVE STRATEGY LEADERSHIP OF THE YEAR AWARD FROM FROST & SULLIVAN
Award Recognizes Toshiba’s High-Quality Products, Commitment to R&D, Strategic Product Launches, Outstanding Customer Service and Ability to Adapt in a Changing Environment TUSTIN, Calif., June 1, 2010 – Frost & Sullivan, the global research and growth consulting firm, has conferred the 2010 North American Competitive Strategy Leadership of the Year Award in Medical Imaging on…
May 26, 2010
TOSHIBA’S LARGE OPEN BORE MR SYSTEM IMPROVES WORKFLOW AT OVERLAKE HOSPITAL
Titan’s Patient-Friendly MR Design Increases Throughput, Enabling Facility to Handle Imaging Needs TUSTIN, Calif., May 26, 2010 – Improving MR exam workflow without sacrificing patient safety, exam comfort or image quality is a goal for many health care facilities. Overlake Hospital in Bellevue, Wash., selected Toshiba America Medical Systems’ patient-friendly Vantage TitanTM ultra-short, open bore…
May 24, 2010
TOSHIBA LAUNCHES MYIMAGINGEXAM.COM, A RESOURCE FOR PATIENTS UNDERGOING MEDICAL IMAGING EXAMS
New Web Site Offers Educational Tools for Patients to Use with Their Physician to Better Understand Diagnostic Imaging TUSTIN, Calif., May 24, 2010 – To help patients work with their physicians to better understand medical imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has launched myimagingexam.com, an educational resource Web site for patients receiving diagnostic imaging exams….
May 17, 2010
TOSHIBA PROMOTES CATHERINE WOLFE TO SENIOR DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE AND STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS
Wolfe to Oversee All Communication, Research and Marketing Activities TUSTIN, Calif., May 17, 2010 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., announced today that Catherine Wolfe has been promoted to senior director, Corporate and Strategic Communications, leading the new Corporate and Strategic Communications team. In her new role, Wolfe will guide the team in researching and…
March 22, 2010
TOSHIBA MR TECHNOLOGY SHORTENS BRAIN IMAGING TIME
Proprietary V-TRACE Technology Captures Four Image Contrasts in One Sequence TUSTIN, Calif., March 22, 2010 – When imaging the brain, time is critical as vascular abnormalities can have a profound effect on patients’ lives if not diagnosed quickly. To help health care facilities diagnose disease with greater accuracy and speed, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc….
March 16, 2010
TOSHIBA HIGHLIGHTS ULTRASOUND CARDIAC CAPABILITIES AT ACC 2010
Toshiba’s Ultrasound Systems Provide Advanced Cardiac Imaging to Improve Patient Care ATLANTA, March 16, 2010 – Health care facilities use ultrasound as a first-line diagnostic exam to quickly and efficiently perform a range of patient exams, including cardiac imaging. Developed to meet these demanding clinical needs, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase the advanced…
March 15, 2010
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES NEW X-RAY SYSTEM WITH 12” X 12” FLAT PANELS AND HYBRID CATHETERIZATION TABLE AT ACC 2010
Offers Unprecedented Patient Access and Function, Creating a Best-in-Class Hybrid Suite ATLANTA, March 15, 2010 – When working on patients in a hybrid setting, it is critical the imaging system provides outstanding image quality, as well as the flexibility to reach ancillary equipment and the patient quickly and easily. Designed to create a best-in-class hybrid…
March 14, 2010
TOSHIBA’S CATH LAB USED DURING INTERVENTIONAL LIVE CASES AT ACC 2010
Live Cases Showcase the Infinix-i C-arm Positioning and Unprecedented Patient Access ATLANTA, March 14, 2010 – In interventional procedures, it is critical that the imaging system provide outstanding image quality, as well as positioning flexibility for clinicians to access ancillary equipment and the patient quickly and easily. Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s InfinixTM-i cardiovascular X-ray…
March 11, 2010
MIAMI CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL SELECTS TOSHIBA VASCULAR X-RAY EQUIPMENT FOR HYBRID CATHETERIZATION LAB
Infinix-i X-ray System and Hybrid Table Provide Unprecedented Patient Access and Create Ideal Hybrid Suite TUSTIN, Calif., March 11, 2010 – In hybrid catheterization procedures it is crucial that the imaging system provides the flexibility to quickly and easily access both the patient and ancillary equipment. To form its new hybrid catheterization suite, Miami Children’s…
March 8, 2010
INTERMOUNTAIN HEALTHCARE AND TOSHIBA ANNOUNCE ULTRASOUND SUBSTUDY OF faCTor64 – SPECKLE TRACKING BY ECHO
Toshiba Ultrasound Used for Early Detection of CHD in Asymptomatic Diabetics TUSTIN, Calif. March 8, 2010 – Cardiovascular death is the most common cause of mortality among Type 2 diabetics and claims the lives of millions each year, with many diabetics experiencing their first “symptom” as a heart attack or sudden death. Understanding that diabetics…
March 3, 2010
CHILDREN’S MERCY HOSPITALS AND CLINICS INSTALLS TOSHIBA VASCULAR X-RAY SYSTEMS WITH NEXT GENERATION AIP
Unprecedented Patient Access of Infinix Systems Ideal for Pediatric Imaging TUSTIN, Calif., March 3, 2010 – To bring the latest in cardiovascular X-ray technology to its pediatric patients, Children’s Mercy Hospitals and Clinics in Kansas City, Mo., has installed two InfinixTM CF-i/BP vascular X-ray systems with 8″ x 8″ flat panel detectors (FPD) from Toshiba…
March 1, 2010
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES CARDIAC SOFTWARE UPGRADES FOR THE AQUILION ONE AND AQUILION PREMIUM
Software Enhancements Improve Ability to Produce High Image Quality at Lower Radiation Doses TUSTIN, Calif., March 1, 2010 – Responding to the cardiac CT market’s need for superior image quality with lower radiation doses, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., has unveiled new cardiac software enhancements available now for the Aquilion® ONE and Aquilion Premium CT…
February 25, 2010
TOSHIBA’S CONTRAST-FREE MRA TECHNIQUES IMPROVE PATIENT SAFETY AT LITTLE COMPANY OF MARY
Proprietary Contrast-Free Techniques Eliminate the Use of Potentially Dangerous Gadolinium-Based Contrast Agents TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 25, 2010 – In response to concern over gadolinium-based contrast agents, Little Company of Mary, a not-for-profit Catholic community hospital in Evergreen Park, Ill., wanted to provide the highest quality and safest MRA procedures to its patients. To accomplish this,…
February 24, 2010
SOCIETY OF CARDIOVASCULAR COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY ANNOUNCES FOURTH ANNUAL YOUNG INVESTIGATOR AWARDS
SCCT Now Accepting Submissions; Deadline is April 2nd TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 24, 2010 – The Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT), the leading international professional society dedicated to research, education and clinical excellence in cardiovascular computed tomography (CT), is now accepting submissions for the fourth annual Young Investigator Awards. Sponsored by Toshiba America Medical Systems,…
February 23, 2010
TOSHIBA PROMOTES DOUG RYAN TO VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING AND STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENT
Ryan’s Expertise Will Build on Toshiba’s Strength in Developing Products to Meet The Clinical and Performance Needs of The U.S. Market TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 23, 2010 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., announced today that Doug Ryan has been promoted to vice president, Marketing and Strategic Development, further increasing Toshiba’s ability to develop products to…
February 11, 2010
TOSHIBA SERVICE EARNS THE MOST TOP RANKINGS IN IMV SERVICETRAK IMAGING CARDIOVASCULAR X-RAY USER SURVEY
Customers Rank Service on Toshiba’s Cardiovascular X-ray Line No. 1 in 18 Categories TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 11, 2010 – As health care facilities today seek the best value in imaging and customer service, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Service organization strives to deliver top-tier service and customer satisfaction. The result of this dedication was once…
February 4, 2010
TOSHIBA RECEIVES FDA CLEARANCE FOR VIAMO ULTRASOUND SYSTEM
New Portable Laptop System Offers Best-In-Class Imaging Capabilities in a Laptop Size TUSTIN, Calif., Feb. 4, 2010 – Designed to meet the needs of today’s hospitals by combining portability with high-end radiology features, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s new ViamoTM laptop ultrasound system has received FDA clearance. The Viamo is the industry’s no-compromise ultrasound system…
January 27, 2010
PIEDMONT HOSPITAL INSTALLS FIRST TOSHIBA VASCULAR X-RAY SYSTEM WITH 12” X 12” MID-SIZED FLAT PANEL DETECTOR
System Marks Piedmont’s Fourth Toshiba Vascular X-Ray Installation and Includes Advanced Imaging Processing for Enhanced Image Quality TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 27, 2010 – Increasing its ability to provide patients with the highest quality of care, Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta has installed the country’s first InfinixTM VF-i vascular X-ray system with the 12” x 12” mid-sized…
January 14, 2010
ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL HEALTH SYSTEM SELECTS TOSHIBA IMAGING EQUIPMENT FOR NEW LAKESIDE HOSPITAL
Toshiba Products Improve Diagnostic Confidence and Accuracy in Cardiovascular and Orthopedic Imaging TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 14, 2010 – St. Luke’s Lakeside Hospital of The Woodlands, Texas has chosen Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. to provide magnetic resonance (MR), ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), X-ray and vascular equipment for its newly built surgical hospital. St. Luke’s Lakeside…
December 14, 2009
AHRA AND TOSHIBA ANNOUNCE 2009 PUTTING PATIENTS FIRST GRANT RECIPIENTS
Six Winners Selected for Programs Focused on Quality and Safety in Pediatric and Adult Imaging TUSTIN, Calif., Dec. 14, 2009 – Recognizing the need for programs that improve patient safety and quality care, AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management and Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced the six recipients of the second annual Putting…
December 3, 2009
TOSHIBA X-RAY SYSTEMS IMPROVE WORKFLOW IN EMERGENCY DEPARTMENTS
Rapid Acquisition Times, Increased Flexibility and Improved Ergonomics Allow Emergency Departments to Diagnose Patients Quickly CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2009 – Today’s emergency departments are challenged to provide rapid, accurate diagnosis for a variety of patient conditions when time is of the essence. Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s RADREXTM-i digital radiographic system and KalareTM R&F system…
December 3, 2009
TOSHIBA MR TECHNOLOGY IMPROVES EFFICIENCY AND PATIENT CARE THROUGH PATIENT-FOCUSED MR DESIGN
Features Address Top Patient Concerns to Improve Overall MR Exam Experience CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2009 – Patient compliance for MR exams often can impact imaging efficiency and patient throughput in radiology departments. Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. understands MR exams can be daunting to patients, whether they are claustrophobic or sensitive to the loud noise…
December 2, 2009
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES NEW HYBRID CATHETERIZATION TABLE FOR FIVE-AXIS CARDIOVASCULAR X-RAY LINE
Hybrid Catheterization Table Provides Unprecedented Patient Access and Function to Create a Best-in-Class Hybrid Suite CHICAGO, Dec. 2, 2009 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has introduced the CAT-880B, a new hybrid catheterization table, for its five-axis InfinixTM-i cardiovascular X-ray line. Toshiba will feature the new hybrid table at this year’s Radiological Society of North…
December 2, 2009
TOSHIBA SHOWCASES AQUILION ONE’S ADVANCED CAPABILITIES IN EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT STROKE SETTING
Unique Ability to Show Entire Brain and Dynamic Function Quickly Improves Stroke Diagnosis CHICAGO, Dec. 2, 2009 – When a patient comes to a hospital’s emergency department (ED) exhibiting stroke symptoms, it can take hours to diagnose and treat the patient when time is of the essence. Toshiba’s Aquilion® ONE dynamic volume CT system has…
December 1, 2009
TOSHIBA INSTALLS 100TH RADREX-i X-RAY SYSTEM WORLDWIDE AT AURORA HEALTH CARE
Milestone Installation Demonstrates RADREX-i’s Ability to Excel in Demanding Clinical Environments and Improve Patient Care CHICAGO, Dec. 1, 2009 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., an industry leader in X-ray technology, reached a significant milestone in installing its 100th RADREXTM-i X-ray system worldwide at Aurora Health Care’s newly opened Aurora Wilkinson Clinic. The system’s patient-focused…
December 1, 2009
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES PERFORMANCE PLUS CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR CUSTOMERS
Performance Plus Provides Additional Educational Opportunities to Maximize Technology CHICAGO, Dec. 1, 2009 – In today’s fast-paced health care environment, it is critical that hospitals keep their staff updated on using the latest imaging technology available. Currently, most facilities receive the majority of their diagnostic imaging equipment training when a new system is delivered. Toshiba…
November 30, 2009
TOSHIBA SHOWCASES AQUILION ONE’S PEDIATRIC IMAGING CAPABILITIES
System’s Features Reduce Radiation and Sedation Dose for Pediatric Patients CHICAGO, Nov. 30, 2009 – With smaller vessels, lower bone density and less body fat, pediatric patients have different imaging needs than adults. Pediatric patients frequently have difficulty holding their breath or staying still during a scan, creating the need for CT technology tailored for…
November 29, 2009
TOSHIBA ENTERS ULTRA-PORTABLE ULTRASOUND MARKET WITH NEW LAPTOP SYSTEM
New Portable System Offers Advanced Radiology Capabilities for a Variety of Patient Exams CHICAGO, Nov. 29, 2009 – Many hand-carried ultrasound systems offer better access to patients when space is compromised, but cannot provide all of the advanced radiology capabilities required to perform exams in today’s demanding ultrasound environment. Designed to meet the needs of…
November 29, 2009
TOSHIBA SHOWCASES PATIENT-FRIENDLY 3T MR SYSTEM
Toshiba’s Vantage Titan Open Bore 3T MR’s Patient-Centered Features Increase Patient Comfort and Improve Exam Efficiency CHICAGO, Nov. 29, 2009 – Understanding that claustrophobia and acoustic noise are the top patient complaints with 3T MR imaging today, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., has developed a comfortable and efficient 3T MR, the Vantage TitanTM 3T open…
November 10, 2009
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES THE TOSHIBA ASSURANCE REFURBISHMENT PROGRAM
New Program Provides Increased Value to Health Care Facilities with Varying Needs TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 10, 2009 – Demonstrating its commitment to providing top-tier value and service in diagnostic imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has introduced the Toshiba Assurance Refurbishment Program to provide customers the ability to purchase previously owned, completely refurbished Toshiba systems….
November 9, 2009
PINNACLE HEALTH FIRST HOSPITAL IN THE UNITED STATES TO INSTALL TOSHIBA’S AQUILION PREMIUM CT
Advanced Multi-detector CT System Offers Faster, Comprehensive Exam Ideal for Range of Imaging Needs Including Acute Care, Neurology, Oncology and General Radiology TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 9, 2009 – Leading hospitals require premium diagnostic imaging equipment to image patients faster, with the best possible diagnostic accuracy. PinnacleHealth, a leading health care system in Harrisburg, Pa., has…
November 4, 2009
HUNTINGTON HILL INSTALLS TOSHIBA AQUILION PREMIUM CT SYSTEM
Advanced Multi-detector CT System Offers Faster, More Comprehensive Exam to Improve Patient Care, Diagnostic Confidence and Workflow TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 4, 2009 – Today’s high-volume health care facilities require premium diagnostic imaging equipment that can image patients faster, with the best possible diagnostic accuracy. Huntington Hill Imaging Center has installed Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s…
November 2, 2009
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES NEW PREMIUM MID-SIZED ULTRASOUND SYSTEM
Aplio MX Offers Hospitals Exceptional Value with Advanced Clinical Performance and Improved Portability TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 2, 2009 – Hospitals use ultrasound as a first-line diagnostic exam, requiring them to have cutting-edge ultrasound technology available to quickly and efficiently perform a range of patient exams. To meet these demanding clinical needs, while also considering the…
October 28, 2009
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES THE INFINIX VF-i/BP VASCULAR X-RAY SYSTEM WITH LARGE AND MID-SIZED FLAT PANEL DETECTORS
New Infinix System is the Optimal Universal Bi-plane Configuration TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 28, 2009 – Increasing the flexibility and diagnostic capabilities in bi-plane vascular X-ray imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. introduces the all new Infinix™ VF-i/BP with large and mid-sized flat panel detectors. The large and mid-sized flat panel detectors provide clinicians with the…
October 15, 2009
ST. ANTHONY HOSPITAL SELECTS TOSHIBA MR SYSTEM TO FULFILL MR DIAGNOSTIC CAPABILITIES AT NEW FACILITY
Patient-Focused Features of the Vantage Titan MR System Improve Exam Efficiency and Patient Comfort TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 15, 2009 – To provide the latest in MR technology to its patient community, St. Anthony Hospital in Gig Harbor, Wash. installed the Vantage TitanTM from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. to offer comprehensive MR patient exams. The…
September 23, 2009
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES ITS NEXT GENERATION CV-3D FOR INFINIX CARDIOVASCULAR
CV-3D Workstation and Software Reconstructs 2D X-ray Images into 3D to Improve Stent Placement Accuracy SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 23, 2009 – To improve the ability of physicians to provide superior patient care during interventional procedures, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has introduced its Next Generation CV-3D™ workstation and software package available on the Infinix™-i X-ray…
September 22, 2009
MIDWEST ULTRASOUND SELECTS TOSHIBA ULTRASOUND PRODUCTS
Midwest Ultrasound Chooses Toshiba Following Extensive Quantitative Selection Process TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 22, 2009 – Midwest Ultrasound, a proven leader in providing quality cardiac and vascular ultrasound systems to a diverse client mix from small rural and community hospitals to major urban academic centers and large physician practices, entered into a two-year renewable partnership with…
September 21, 2009
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES LOW-CONTRAST VASCULAR IMAGING
Low-Contrast Imaging Improves Visualization of Soft Tissue to Improve Patient Care and Diagnostic Confidence in the Angio Suite SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 21, 2009 – To continue its commitment to advancing medical imaging technology and improving diagnosis, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. introduces Low-Contrast Imaging (LCI) for Toshiba’s Infinix™-i systems with mid (12” x 12”) and…
September 16, 2009
TOSHIBA EXPANDS AVAILABILITY OF NEXT GENERATION ADVANCED IMAGE PROCESSING FOR INFINIX-i LINE
Next Generation AIP Improves Image Quality and Diagnostic Capabilities TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 16, 2009 —Improving the ability to provide premium patient care during interventional procedures, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is expanding the availability of Next Generation Advanced Image Processing (AIP) to more systems in the Toshiba InfinixTM-i product line. Toshiba will showcase Next Generation…
August 25, 2009
TOSHIBA INSTALLS MILESTONE 800TH VANTAGE MR SYSTEM AT ELKVIEW GENERAL HOSPITAL
Vantage Image Quality, Patient Comfort and Contrast-Free Techniques Enhance Patient Care TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 25, 2009 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., an industry leader in magnetic resonance (MR) technology, reached a significant achievement in installing its 800th Vantage™ 1.5T MR system at Elkview General Hospital in Hobart, Okla. Elkview is using the Vantage system…
August 10, 2009
AHRA AND TOSHIBA PARTNER ON PUTTING PATIENTS FIRST PROGRAM; EXPANDED TO INCLUDE IMAGING CENTERS AND PEDIATRICS
Building on the Success of the First Year, the Program will Fund Grants Focused on Quality and Safety in Imaging TUSTIN, Calif., August 10, 2009 — Patient safety and quality care continue to be important issues for hospitals and imaging centers. To help these facilities start new or build upon existing programs, AHRA: The Association…
August 5, 2009
SOCIETY OF CARDIOVASCULAR COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF THIRD ANNUAL YOUNG INVESTIGATOR AWARD
Physicians from Ohio and North Carolina Awarded for their Patient Care Research in Technical and Clinical Advancement of Cardiovascular CT TUSTIN, Calif., August 5, 2009— The Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT), the leading international professional society dedicated to research, education and clinical excellence in cardiovascular computed tomography (CT), has named Dr. Chirapa Puntawangkoon and…
July 29, 2009
TOSHIBA’S AQUILION ONE HONORED WITH MEDICAL DESIGN EXCELLENCE GOLD AWARD
World’s First Dynamic Volume CT Recognized for its Speed, Accuracy and Ability to Improve Patient Safety TUSTIN, Calif., July 29, 2009 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc’s Aquilion® ONE was named a Gold winner in the Medical Design Excellence Awards, an award organized by Canon Communications and sponsored by the company’s Medical Device and Diagnostic…
July 13, 2009
PRECISION IMAGING ULTRASOUND SOFTWARE FOR TOSHIBA’S APLIO XG PROVIDES UNPRECEDENTED IMAGE CLARITY AND RESOLUTION
New Technology Improves Diagnostic Confidence and Patient Care Through Enhanced Structure Definition and Reduced Noise TUSTIN, Calif., July 13, 2009 — To help leading healthcare institutions increase productivity while improving patient care in diagnostic imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., has introduced Precision Imaging technology available on the Aplio™ XG ultrasound system. Precision Imaging technology…
July 6, 2009
HUNTINGTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL IS FIRST IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TO INSTALL TOSHIBA’S Aquilion ONE DYNAMIC VOLUME CT SYSTEM
World’s First Dynamic Volume CT Will Improve Workflow in High-Volume ER While Providing More Accurate and Safer Diagnostic Imaging for Stroke, Cardiac and Pediatric Patients PASADENA, CA — July 6, 2009 — To meet the growing needs of its high-volume emergency department (ED), Huntington Memorial Hospital has acquired Toshiba’s Aquilion® ONE dynamic volume CT system….
July 2, 2009
TOSHIBA RECEIVES 2009 PROGRESSIVE MANUFACTURING 100 OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE AWARD
TUSTIN, Calif., July 2, 2009 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has been named a winner in the fifth annual Progressive Manufacturing 100 Awards (PM100), sponsored by Managing Automation Media, a Thomas Publishing Company, LLC publication. Toshiba won in the category of operational excellence for its successful implementation of a mobile communications system and field…
June 17, 2009
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS SELECTED BY THE PREMIER HEALTHCARE ALLIANCE TO HIGHLIGHT COMMITMENT TO HEALTHCARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENT, INNOVATION
TUSTIN, Calif., June 17, 2009 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. was recently selected to participate in the Premier healthcare alliance‘s first Innovation Celebration, an annual event to celebrate advances in healthcare while highlighting healthcare industry suppliers committed to innovation and improving patient outcomes. Premier’s Innovation Celebration highlights innovative solutions that bring a positive impact…
June 10, 2009
PRESBYTERIAN/ST. LUKE’S MEDICAL CENTER AND ROCKY MOUNTAIN HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN AT P/SL INSTALL TOSHIBA’S Aquilion ONE DYNAMIC VOLUME CT
World’s First Dynamic Volume CT Enables Hospital to Support Its Diverse Range of Specialties and Patient Groups, Including Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine and Limb Preservation TUSTIN, Calif., June 10, 2009 — To continue to provide the most advanced care for adults, newborns and children across the Rocky Mountains and Great Plains region, Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center…
May 28, 2009
HIMA SAN PABLO INSTALLS FIRST Aquilion ONE IN LATIN AMERICA
HIMA San Pablo Brings Premium Healthcare to Puerto Rico with Aquilion ONE Installation TUSTIN, California — May 28, 2009 — To continue offering the highest quality care available in Puerto Rico and the surrounding areas, Hospital HIMA San Pablo in Caguas, Puerto Rico, has installed Toshiba America Medical Systems’ Aquilion® ONE. As the world’s first…
May 26, 2009
TOSHIBA LAUNCHES INTOUCH FLEX SERVICE AGREEMENT
New Service Product from Toshiba Offers Customers Ultimate Flexibility, Security and Value TUSTIN, California — May 26, 2009 — To further its commitment to providing innovative, quality customer solutions, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has launched the new InTouch™ Flex Service Agreement, offering customers unparalleled flexibility, security and value. Considered the first of its kind…
May 20, 2009
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES NEW MULTI-DETECTOR CT SYSTEMS
New Aquilion CT Products Address Needs for Premium CT Offerings TUSTIN, California — May 20, 2009 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today introduces two advanced multi-detector CT systems, the Aquilion® Premium edition and the Aquilion CX edition. The Aquilion Premium rounds out the company’s CT portfolio to include a product with 160-detector rows and…
May 19, 2009
SOCIETY OF CARDIOVASCULAR COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY NAMES FINALISTS FOR THIRD ANNUAL YOUNG INVESTIGATOR AWARD
Finalists to Present Submissions and Winners Named at Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography Annual Scientific Meeting TUSTIN, California — May 19, 2009 — The Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT), the leading international professional society dedicated to research, education and clinical excellence in cardiovascular computed tomography (CT), has named the finalists of the third annual…
May 18, 2009
TOSHIBA SHOWCASES BENEFITS OF NEW 12″ X 12″ FLAT PANEL DETECTOR FOR THE INFINIX
New Detector Improves Visualization; Images on Display at ASNR TUSTIN, California — May 18, 2009 — To increase workflow and optimize patient access during diagnostic and interventional neuro-vascular procedures, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is showcasing benefits of its new biplane 12″ x 12″ flat panel detector system at the American Society of Neuroradiology (ASNR)…
May 4, 2009
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TOSHIBA COMPANIES TO HELP PLANT 80,000 TREES THIS SATURDAY, MAY 9 IN NATIONAL FOREST
ORANGE COUNTY, California — May 4, 2009 — Toshiba America Inc., along with volunteers from four Toshiba Southern California operating companies (TABS, TAEC, TAIS and TAMS), will help plant 80,000 trees in the San Bernardino National Forest this Saturday, May 9 in partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation to help replace trees lost to the wildfires in the fall…
April 29, 2009
Aquilion ONE CT SYSTEM ENABLES ST. VINCENT HEALTHCARE TO EXPAND SERVICE LINES AND IMPROVE PATIENT CARE
Aquilion ONE is Foundation for New Cardiovascular, Neurological and Pediatric Care Programs TUSTIN, California — April 29, 2009 — To better serve the needs of a growing patient population and bring the most advanced imaging technology to the community, St. Vincent Healthcare in Billings, Mont. installed Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Aquilion® ONE, the world’s first dynamic…
April 28, 2009
PIEDMONT HOSPITAL INSTALLS FIRST TOSHIBA INFINIX SYSTEMS WITH NEXT GENERATION ADVANCED IMAGE PROCESSING
Next Generation AIP Improves Visualization and Patient Safety During Interventional Procedures TUSTIN, California — April 28, 2009 — Increasing its ability to provide patients with the highest quality of care, Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta has purchased four Infinix™ CF-i systems from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. All four systems will have Toshiba’s Next Generation Advanced Image…
April 7, 2009
HELENA CARDIOLOGY CLINIC ENHANCES PATIENT CARE WITH TOSHIBA 3D SPECKLE TRACKING CAPABILITIES
Toshiba’s Artida Improves Diagnostic Confidence, Productivity and Accuracy While Reducing Cost TUSTIN, California — April 7, 2009 — The Helena Cardiology Clinic of Helena, Mont. has installed two Toshiba Aplio™ Artida ultrasound systems with 3D Wall Motion Tracking capabilities. 3D Wall Motion Tracking allows sonographers and physicians to more quickly and accurately identify wall motion defects…
April 6, 2009
TOSHIBA’S AQUILION ONE HONORED WITH MEDICAL DESIGN EXCELLENCE AWARD
World’s First Dynamic Volume CT Provides Quick, Accurate Diagnosis and Increased Patient Safety TUSTIN, California — April 6, 2009 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Aquilion® ONE has been named a winner in the Medical Design Excellence Awards, a program organized by Canon Communications and sponsored by the company’s Medical Device and Diagnostic Industry magazine. The…
April 1, 2009
TOSHIBA’S NEXT GENERATION AIP PROCESSOR FOR THE INFINIX-i INCREASES ACCURACY, IMPROVES WORKFLOW AND ENABLES PHYSICIANS TO BETTER DIAGNOSE PATIENTS
Leading Physician Evaluates the Feature TUSTIN, California — April 1, 2009 — Improving the ability to provide top-tier patient service during interventional procedures, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has introduced Next Generation Advanced Image Processing (AIP) available on its Infinix™-i X-ray product line. Next Generation AIP was tested and evaluated by Dr. Vinit Lal, interventional cardiologist,…
March 31, 2009
ARKANSAS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL IS FIRST PEDIATRIC HOSPITAL TO INSTALL TOSHIBA’S Aquilion ONE DYNAMIC VOLUME CT SYSTEM
System’s Ability to Reduce Radiation Dose Ideal for Pediatrics TUSTIN, California — March 31, 2009 — Helping to provide safer imaging for children in a hospital setting, Arkansas Children’s Hospital has installed Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Aquilion® ONE 320-detector row CT system. As the world’s first dynamic volume CT scanner, the Aquilion ONE can lower…
March 30, 2009
TOSHIBA SHOWCASES THE NEW INFINIX WITH MID-SIZED FLAT PANEL DETECTOR AND NEXT GENERATION ADVANCED IMAGE PROCESSING
New Digital Processor and Flat Panel Detector Enhance Ability to Perform Cardiac Procedures ORLANDO, Florida — March 30, 2009 — Improving upon the success of its current X-ray technologies, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is introducing a new addition to its Infinix™-i cardiovascular system offering — the Infinix VF-i with mid-sized flat panel detector (FPD) and…
March 30, 2009
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES UPGRADES TO THE APLIO ARTIDA TO ENHANCE IMAGING CAPABILITIES FOR THE CARDIAC MARKET
New Cardiac and Pediatric Packages Expand Clinical Applications ORLANDO, Florida — March 30, 2009 — Offering new upgrades that will improve the ability to diagnose cardiovascular disease with ultrasound, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase the company’s newest additions to the Aplio Artida™ ultrasound system at this year’s American College of Cardiology (ACC) annual meeting…
March 27, 2009
SOCIETY OF CARDIOVASCULAR COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY ANNOUNCES THIRD ANNUAL YOUNG INVESTIGATOR AWARDS
SCCT Now Accepting Submissions; Deadline is April 6th TUSTIN, California — March 27, 2009 — The Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT), the leading international professional society devoted to cardiovascular computed tomography (CT), is now accepting submissions for the third annual Young Investigator Awards. Sponsored by Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., the unrestricted educational grant will…
March 3, 2009
TOSHIBA SERVICE EARNS MORE TOP RANKINGS THAN ANY OTHER VENDOR IN IMV’s SERVICETRAK IMAGING’S CT USER SURVEY
Customers Rank Performance and Service on Toshiba’s CT Line No. 1 in 21 Categories TUSTIN, California — March 3, 2009 — As healthcare facilities continue to look for the best value in imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Service organization continues to deliver on the company’s dedication to top-tier service and customer satisfaction. Once again, this…
February 25, 2009
LEADING STROKE CENTER INSTALLS ADVANCED MEDICAL IMAGING SYSTEM TO DIAGNOSE STROKE — TOSHIBA’S Aquilion ONE DYNAMIC VOLUME CT
Millard Fillmore is the First U.S. Stroke Center to Offer Dynamic Volume CT to Reduce Diagnosis Time From Hours and Days to Mere Minutes TUSTIN, California — February 25, 2009 — Every minute counts when diagnosing a stroke. Now, Millard Fillmore Gates Circle Hospital in Buffalo, N.Y. has installed a CT system that can dramatically reduce…
February 12, 2009
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES THE AQUILION PREMIUM
TUSTIN, California — February 12, 2009 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced the launch of the Aquilion® Premium CT system. The Aquilion Premium rounds out the company’s CT portfolio to include a product with the capability to cover up to 8 cm in a single rotation. This system is also field-upgradeable to an Aquilion ONE….
January 14, 2009
AHRA AND TOSHIBA ANNOUNCE PATIENT FIRST GRANT PROGRAM WINNERS
St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center, Washington Hospital Center and Jennie Edmundson Hospital Awarded Grants to Improve Patient Care and Safety in Diagnostic Imaging TUSTIN, California — January 14, 2009 — Helping to fund programs that improve patient care and safety in diagnostic imaging, AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management and Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc….
December 8, 2008
NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH INSTALLS TOSHIBA’S Aquilion ONE DYNAMIC VOLUME CT SYSTEM
Whole Organ Imaging CT System Planned for use in Multiple Studies, Including Low-dose Cardiac Study TUSTIN, California — December 8, 2008 — Meeting the needs of today’s healthcare demands for improving patient care and safety while lowering costs, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ National Institutes of Health (NIH) has installed the most advanced,…
December 4, 2008
CVCTA EDUCATION, AMIGENICS AND NEVADA IMAGING CENTERS INTRODUCE CARDIAC AND NEURORADIOLOGY DYNAMIC VOLUME CT COURSES
Hands-On Courses Provide Insight on Capabilities of World’s First Dynamic Volume CT System CHICAGO — December 4, 2008 — Providing cardiologists, radiologists and neurologists top-tier education on the latest diagnostic imaging technology, CVCTA Education, AMIGenics and Nevada Imaging Centers have partnered to create two new courses focused on applications for Toshiba America Medical System Inc.’s Aquilion®…
December 4, 2008
TOSHIBA EDUCATION CENTER OFFERS NEW DYNAMIC VOLUME CT AND BREAST MR COURSES
Comprehensive Courses Provide Hands-on Training with Advanced Toshiba Technology CHICAGO — December 4, 2008 — Continuing to expand its educational offerings, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has created two new courses that will be taught at the Toshiba Education Center in Irvine, Calif. One course will provide an overview of dynamic volume CT using Toshiba’s Aquilion®…
December 3, 2008
TOSHIBA AND SALINAS VALLEY MEMORIAL ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP TO DEVELOP CARDIAC MR EDUCATIONAL SERIES
Dr. Timothy Albert to Lead Program and Utilize Industry Leading Vantage Technology CHICAGO — December 3, 2008 — To further the advancement of using Magnetic Resonance (MR) in diagnosing cardiovascular disease, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. and CVMR Solutions, Inc. have partnered to create a cardiac MR educational series for physicians and technologists. This educational series,…
December 3, 2008
MILESTONE 700th TOSHIBA VANTAGE MR SYSTEM INSTALLED AT COMANCHE COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER IN TEXAS
Vantage’s Image Quality, Reduced Noise and Contrast-Free Techniques Improve Patient Care CHICAGO — December 3, 2008 — The ability of the EXCELART Vantage™ MR system to provide patient comfort without compromising image quality and diagnostic capability has led to its rapid acceptance in hospitals and imaging centers around the world. Highlighting this success, Toshiba America Medical…
December 2, 2008
TOSHIBA’S XARIO XG ULTRASOUND SYSTEM UPGRADES ENHANCE IMAGE QUALITY
D-THI Application Provides Clearer Images for More Accurate Diagnoses CHICAGO — December 2, 2008 — At this year’s Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will be introducing features now available on its Xario™ XG ultrasound system. Differential Tissue Harmonic Imaging (D-THI) has been so instrumental in helping physicians better…
December 2, 2008
TOSHIBA TO SHOWCASE NEW OPTIONS FOR RADREX-i SYSTEM
Portable Mixed Detector and Auto-stitch Capabilities to Enhance Versatility and Workflow CHICAGO — December 2, 2008 — To help meet the versatile needs of high-volume medical facilities, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will unveil new options for the RADREX™-i Dual Detector Radiographic system, including the option for a mixed detector system (works-in-progress) and Auto-stitching capabilities. These…
December 1, 2008
TOSHIBA INSTALLS VANTAGE TITAN MR SYSTEMS AT PRESTIGIOUS MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS ACROSS THE COUNTRY
With the Industry’s Largest Bore and Noise Reduction Technology, the Titan Improves Patient MR Experiences CHICAGO — December 1, 2008 — A year after its successful debut at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) meeting in 2007, the Vantage Titan™ MR system has been installed at some of the leading hospitals and medical imaging facilities…
December 1, 2008
NEVADA IMAGING CENTERS PERFORMS MORE THAN 3,500 PATIENT STUDIES USING THE WORLD’S FIRST DYNAMIC VOLUME CT — TOSHIBA’S Aquilion ONE
Versatile Imaging System Benefits Community By Offering Quick, Accurate Diagnosis CHICAGO — December 1, 2008 — Demonstrating the strength and versatility of the world’s first dynamic volume CT system, Nevada Imaging Centers has provided more than 3,500 scans using Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Aquilion® ONE dynamic volume CT scanner. Nevada Imaging Centers was the first…
December 1, 2008
TOSHIBA SHOWCASES NEW DIGITAL SYSTEM OPTIONS FOR INFINIX VF-i/BP
New Digital Options Streamline Workflow Through Intuitive Interface and New Detector Panel CHICAGO — December 1, 2008 — To help improve workflow and usability during diagnostic and interventional procedures, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will showcase new digital upgrades for the Infinix™ VF-i/BP Vascular X-ray system at this year’s Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual…
November 30, 2008
TOSHIBA SHOWCASES NEW WOMEN’S ULTRASOUND IMAGING TECHNIQUES AND TRANSDUCER AT RSNA
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
TOSHIBA TO SHOWCASE KALARE X-RAY SYSTEM AT RSNA
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
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES MR RADIANCE PLUS BREAST IMAGING SUITE
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
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES CORE 320 — THE FIRST WORLDWIDE MULTI-CENTER TRIAL TO VALIDATE DYNAMIC VOLUME CT TECHNOLOGY IN A CLINICAL SETTING
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
TOSHIBA TO HOST — CLINICAL APPLICATIONS WITH 320 DETECTOR ROW CT — HIGHLIGHTING IMPACT OF Aquilion ONE AFTER ONE YEAR
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
TOSHIBA TO HOST ULTRASOUND AND MR EVENT FEATURING NEW TECHNOLOGIES IN MULTI-MODALITY BREAST IMAGING
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
Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation Acquires Advanced Visualization Imaging System Division of Barco
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
TOSHIBA UPGRADES LEARNING CENTER WEB SITE
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
POPULAR SCIENCE NAMES TOSHIBA’S Aquilion ONE
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
AUNTMINNIE.COM NAMES TOSHIBA’S Aquilion ONE DYNAMIC VOLUME CT SCANNER WINNER OF “MINNIES 2008” BEST NEW RADIOLOGY DEVICE
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…
November 11, 2008
OREGON INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY ACQUIRES TOSHIBA APLIO ARTIDA 4D ULTRASOUND SYSTEM
Acquisition of Artida Makes OIT First in the Nation to Offer 4D Ultrasound Training TUSTIN, California — November 11, 2008 — To offer its students access to the most advanced medical technology available, Oregon Institute of Technology (OIT) has acquired the Toshiba Aplio™ Artida 4D ultrasound system. The acquisition of the advanced ultrasound system will make…
November 10, 2008
SPRINGHILL MEDICAL CENTER INSTALLS FIRST TOSHIBA Aquilion ONE DYNAMIC VOLUME CT IN ALABAMA
TUSTIN, California — November 10, 2008 — To further emphasize a growing commitment to improving diagnostic confidence and patient outcomes, Springhill Medical Center has installed the Aquilion® ONE dynamic volume CT by Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. This is the first dynamic volume CT in the state of Alabama. “The installation of the Aquilion ONE, the…
November 5, 2008
TOSHIBA CT RANKS NUMBER ONE BY MD BUYLINE FOR SIXTH YEAR
MD Buyline Customers Rank Toshiba Number One in Six out of Seven Product Categories, Including Number One in Cardiac Ultrasound for 11 Consecutive Quarters TUSTIN, California — November 5, 2008 — As a testament to its customer service approach and competitive product portfolio, MD Buyline customers have ranked Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. number one in…
November 4, 2008
TOSHIBA’S Aquilion ONE DYNAMIC VOLUME CT SCANNER NAMED MOST VALUABLE PRODUCT IN CT BY RT IMAGE MAGAZINE
Leading Radiology Publication Recognizes Toshiba in its First Best-of-the-Best Ranking TUSTIN, California — November 4, 2008 — Continuing to be recognized by the radiology field as a game-changing imaging technology, the Aquilion® ONE dynamic volume CT system has been named Most Valuable Product in the CT category by rt image magazine. The rt image Most Valuable Product ranking, which is…
November 3, 2008
PINNACLEHEALTH INSTALLS THE MOST ADVANCED MEDICAL IMAGING SYSTEM AVAILABLE — TOSHIBA’S Aquilion ONE DYNAMIC VOLUME CT
Dynamic Volume CT’s Faster, More Accurate Diagnosis Can Help Lower Healthcare Costs TUSTIN, California — November 3, 2008 — To help reduce diagnosis time for stroke, serious heart conditions and other life-threatening diseases, PinnacleHealth in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania will install the Aquilion® ONE dynamic volume CT system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. The Aquilion ONE, the…
October 28, 2008
TOSHIBA AND MAQUET PARTNERSHIP TO OFFER HYBRID SOLUTIONS FOR INFINIX-i ADDRESSING A WIDE RANGE OF SURGICAL, IMAGING AND INTERVENTIONAL NEEDS
Infinix Line to Include a Range of Innovative Table Tops for Optimal Versatility and Utilization TUSTIN, California — October 28, 2008 — To offer hospitals more versatility and a seamless transition from endovascular imaging to surgical intervention on a single system, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is partnering with surgical table manufacturer, MAQUET, to provide new…
October 27, 2008
SALINAS VALLEY MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE SYSTEM PROVIDES FULL RANGE OF CARDIAC IMAGING SOLUTIONS WITH MULTIPLE TOSHIBA MODALITIES
Cardiovascular Diagnostic Center Limits Radiation and Contrast Dosage Using Toshiba’s Industry Leading Technology TUSTIN, California — October 27, 2008 — The diagnosis and subsequent treatment of cardiovascular disease can be accomplished through a variety of medical imaging modalities. Demonstrating the effectiveness of a multi-modality approach, Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare System created the Cardiovascular Diagnostic Center at…
October 15, 2008
TOSHIBA INFINIX SYSTEMS USED IN LIVE DEMONSTRATIONS AT TCT CONFERENCE
Live Cases Showcase System’s Unique C-arm Positioning and Unparalleled Patient Access TUSTIN, California — October 15, 2008 — The unique C-arm positioning of the Toshiba Infinix™ cardiovascular X-ray system provides physicians and support personnel superior access to the patient. Demonstrating these capabilities, Toshiba’s Infinix CF-i/BP and Infinix DP-i configurations will be used in multiple live cases…
October 13, 2008
PIEDMONT HOSPITAL FIRST IN GEORGIA TO INSTALL TOSHIBA’S Aquilion ONE DYNAMIC VOLUME CT SCANNER
New Technology Reduces Radiation Exposure, Time and Healthcare Costs TUSTIN, California — October 13, 2008 — Patients experiencing symptoms associated with heart conditions or stroke frequently undergo multiple tests over the course of several days for physicians to make an accurate diagnosis. Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta is streamlining this process by installing the Aquilion® ONE from…
October 8, 2008
TOSHIBA INSTALLS VANTAGE TITAN MR SYSTEM AT HEALTH SCAN IMAGING
Significant Noise Reduction and High Image Quality Led to Purchase of the Titan TUSTIN, California — October 8, 2008 — The quietness and open design of the Toshiba Vantage Titan™ is dramatically improving the MR experience for patients. Health Scan Imaging has installed the Vantage Titan as the flagship MR machine at its new 5,000-square-foot location…
October 6, 2008
AHRA AND TOSHIBA ANNOUNCE PATIENT FIRST GRANT PROGRAM
Program to Fund Grants Focused on Improving Patient Care and Safety in Imaging TUSTIN, California — October 6, 2008 — Improving patient care and safety in diagnostic imaging is an important issue to hospitals, physicians and administrators. Helping to support this need, the AHRA, the association for medical imaging management, has created the Patient First Program…
October 2, 2008
SHANDS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA MEDICAL CENTER INSTALLS THE TOSHIBA Aquilion ONE DYNAMIC VOLUME CT
Perfusion Capabilities of Dynamic Volume CT to Dramatically Improve Patient Care TUSTIN, California — October 2, 2008 — In a single gantry rotation Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc’s. Aquilion ONE™ dynamic volume CT system may change the way hospitals and physicians treat and diagnose patients with cardiovascular and neurological disease. As a testament to the industry…
September 22, 2008
TOSHIBA SECURES MAGNETIC RESONANCE BROADLANE LIVE GROUP BUY AGREEMENT
Industry-Leading Technology and Overall Value Secured Toshiba’s MRI Contract, Second CT Contract Announced Earlier this Year TUSTIN, California — September 22, 2008 — For the second year in a row, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. was awarded a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) Live Group Buy contract from Broadlane, a leading healthcare supply chain services company serving…
August 6, 2008
IOWA HEART PURCHASES FIRST TOSHIBA APLIO ARTIDA ULTRASOUND SYSTEM
New System Features World’s First 3D Wall Motion Tracking TUSTIN, California — August 6, 2008 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. delivered the first AplioTM Artida ultrasound system to Iowa Heart Center in Des Moines, Iowa. Known for its cardiovascular services, Iowa Heart has purchased the Aplio Artida to continue to provide superior patient care and…
August 4, 2008
SOCIETY OF CARDIOVASCULAR COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY NAMES YOUNG INVESTIGATORS AWARD WINNERS
Winners to Have Their Work Published in the Journal of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography TUSTIN, California — August 4, 2008 — Continuing to foster and support innovation for computed tomography (CT) applications and improving patient care, the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT) has named the winners of the second annual Young Investigators Award (YIA), which is…
July 14, 2008
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS AWARDED CT GROUP BUY AGREEMENT FROM BROADLANE
Industry Leading Technology and Unrivaled Product Value Highlights Toshiba Win TUSTIN, California — July 14, 2008 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. was awarded a computed tomography (CT) contract by Broadlane’s clients. Toshiba, an industry leader in CT technology, has won this contract two years in a row for the same modality from Broadlane, a leading…
July 10, 2008
TOSHIBA NAMED TOP MEDICAL EQUIPMENT VENDOR BY KLAS
CT, MR and Ultrasound Modalities All Receive Number One Rankings TUSTIN, California — July 10, 2008 — In the recently released KLAS Top 20: Best in KLAS Awards for Medical Equipment, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. achieved three modality number one rankings and the overall medical equipment vendor for 2008. The Aquilion® 64, the Vantage™ 1.5T…
June 25, 2008
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS ENTERS INTO STRATEGIC BUSINESS AGREEMENT WITH HEALTHCARE LEADER PINNACLEHEALTH
Strategic Business Agreement Offers Large Healthcare Providers Unparalleled Value, Leading Technology and Exceptional Customer Service TUSTIN, California — June 25, 2008 — Enhancing its flexibility in providing medical imaging solutions for large hospitals and healthcare networks across the country, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced a strategic business agreement with PinnacleHealth, a non-profit hospital and healthcare…
June 19, 2008
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES YOUNG INVESTIGATORS AWARD FINALISTS
Award Winners to be Recognized at Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography Annual Scientific Meeting TUSTIN, California — June 19, 2008 — Continuing its mission to improve the quality of patient care, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has named the finalists of the second annual Young Investigators Award. Sponsored by Toshiba through an unrestricted educational grant, the…
June 16, 2008
TOSHIBA INFINIX HYBRID SYSTEMS USED IN THREE LIVE DEMONSTRATIONS AT ISHAC SYMPOSIUM
Flexible C-arm of Infinix Systems Allows Cardiologists and Surgeons to Work Together Seamlessly in Hybrid Cardiac Setting TUSTIN, California — June 16, 2008 — Toshiba America Medical Systems’ Infinix™ Hybrid cardiovascular X-ray imaging system will be featured in three live cases during the International Symposium on the Hybrid Approach to Congenital Heart Disease (ISHAC), June 16–18,…
May 20, 2008
TOSHIBA NAMES TRISH MALONE AS DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL PROGRAMS
Malone to Lead Toshiba’s New Leasing Group to Provide Financing Solutions for Customers TUSTIN, California — May 20, 2008 — Expanding its role in the medical imaging marketplace, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) has welcomed Trish Malone to the company as the director of financial programs. Malone will lead Toshiba’s new leasing group, Toshiba America…
May 20, 2008
HARVARD TEACHING HOSPITAL BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS INSTALLS MOST ADVANCED CT SYSTEM AVAILABLE — Aquilion ONE DYNAMIC VOLUME CT
Toshiba’s Dynamic Volume CT Provides Faster, More Accurate Diagnosis While Lowering Healthcare Costs BOSTON — May 20, 2008 — As a testament to the growing demand to improve patient care while reducing healthcare costs, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has installed the Aquilion ONE™ dynamic volume CT system at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a teaching…
May 15, 2008
CVCTA EDUCATION, AMIGENICS AND NEVADA IMAGING CENTERS PARTNER TO INTRODUCE THE FIRST DYNAMIC VOLUME CT EDUCATION CENTER
Using Toshiba’s Dynamic Volume CT — the Aquilion ONE — the New Center will Provide Advanced Training for Cardiac and Neurological Applications LAS VEGAS — May 15, 2008 — CVCTA Education, AMIGenics and Nevada Imaging Centers celebrate the opening of the Dynamic Volume CT Education Center located at AMIGenics in Las Vegas. This is the first…
May 14, 2008
LEADING HOSPITALS ADOPT TOSHIBA’S ADVANCED IMAGE PROCESSING FOR INFINIX LINE
New X-ray Feature Increases Image Quality and Diagnostic Capabilities TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA — May 14, 2008 — Already being used in more than 25 hospitals across the country, Toshiba America Medical Systems’ new Advanced Image Processing (AIP) feature is improving patient care. Developed for the InfinixTM X-ray line, AIP is increasing the quality, sharpness and contrast of…
May 8, 2008
NEVADA IMAGING CENTERS INSTALLS THE FIRST TOSHIBA Aquilion ONE DYNAMIC VOLUME CT IN THE WESTERN UNITED STATES
Dynamic Volume CT’s Faster, More Accurate Diagnosis Can Help Lower Healthcare Costs LAS VEGAS, NEVADA — May 8, 2008 — As a testament to the growing demand to improve patient care while reducing healthcare costs, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has installed the first Aquilion ONE™ dynamic volume CT system in the Western U.S. at Nevada…
April 1, 2008
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES ADVANCED IMAGE PROCESSING FOR ITS INFINIX CARDIAC SYSTEMS
New Advanced Image Processing Feature Improves Diagnosis with Increased Visibility; Will be Showcased with Infinix VF-i/SP at ACC CHICAGO — April 1, 2008 — At this year’s American College of Cardiology (ACC) annual meeting in Chicago, March 30 – April 1, 2008 (Booth # 8001), Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will be showcasing its Advanced Image…
April 1, 2008
TOSHIBA DEMONSTRATES NEWEST CT SOFTWARE AT ACC
Recently Cleared by the FDA, SURECardio Prospective and Variable Helical Pitch Will Improve Patient Care and Workflow While Reducing Dose CHICAGO — April 1, 2008 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is committed to new CT clinical applications that improve throughput and workflow, while further reducing contrast and radiation dose to patients. At this year’s American College…
March 31, 2008
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES NEW CARDIOVASCULAR ULTRASOUND PRODUCT — APLIO ARTIDA — AT ACC
World’s First 3D Wall Motion Tracking to Assess LV Function and Volume CHICAGO — March 31, 2008 — Enhancing diagnostic confidence through the development of cutting-edge imaging technologies, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced the company’s newest product — the Aplio™ Artida™ ultrasound system. With its comprehensive applications, the Artida meets the demands of the…
March 30, 2008
TOSHIBA LAUNCHES BREAKTHROUGH CT SYSTEM — the Aquilion ONE
The World’s First Dynamic Volume Computed Tomography System Enables Faster, More Accurate Diagnosis to Reduce Healthcare Costs and Improve Patient Care CHICAGO — March 30, 2008 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., a leader in diagnostic and medical imaging, will feature the world’s first dynamic volume computed tomography (CT) system — the Aquilion ONE™ at this…
March 28, 2008
TOSHIBA RECEIVES FDA CLEARANCE FOR TWO CT CLINICAL APPLICATIONS
New Software Package Will Improve Patient Care and Workflow While Reducing Dose TUSTIN, California — March 28, 2008 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has received FDA clearance for two new CT clinical applications that will improve throughput and enhance workflow, while further reducing contrast and radiation dosage. The applications, SURECardio™ Prospective and Variable Helical Pitch (vHP),…
March 24, 2008
TOSHIBA INSTALLS MILESTONE 500TH VANTAGE 1.5T MR SYSTEM AT JEFFERSON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
New Advanced Image Processing Feature Improves Diagnosis with Increased Visibility; Will be Showcased with Infinix VF-i/SP at ACC TUSTIN, California — March 24, 2008 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., an industry leader in magnetic resonance (MR) technology, reached a significant achievement in installing its 500th Vantage™ 1.5T MR system at Jefferson Regional Medical Center (JRMC)…
March 6, 2008
TOSHIBA MR, CT AND ULTRASOUND NAMED BEST IN KLAS IN 2007
KLAS Top 20 Year-End 2007 Report Marks Toshiba’s Commitment to Excellence TUSTIN, California — March 6, 2008 — KLAS recently named Toshiba’s Aquilion® 64, Xario™ and Vantage 1.5T MR “Best in KLAS” in its Top 20 Year-End Report for 2007. This recognition for leadership in working with customers to maintain satisfaction, gives Toshiba America Medical Systems,…
February 26, 2008
TOSHIBA NAMES GIRISH T. HAGAN AS VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING
Hagan’s Expertise Will Build on Toshiba’s Strength in Customer Loyalty and Technology Innovation TUSTIN, California — February 26, 2008 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced today that Girish T. Hagan has been named vice president, Marketing, further increasing Toshiba’s marketing capabilities and expertise in the diagnostic imaging marketplace. As the vice president of Marketing, Hagan…
January 28, 2008
TOSHIBA RECEIVES FDA CLEARANCE FOR VANTAGE TITAN MR SYSTEM
Large Bore MR System Improves Patient Care with Reduced Noise, Extended Field-of-View and Increased Homogeneity TUSTIN, California — January 28, 2008 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., an industry leader in magnetic resonance (MR) technology, announced FDA clearance for the new open-bore 1.5T Vantage Titan™ MR system. With this clearance, Toshiba is on schedule to make…
January 15, 2008
Reimbursement Update
Notice to our customers and colleagues: On December 13, 2007, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed a change to the way coronary CTA is reimbursed under Medicare. CMS’s proposed National Coverage Decision would eliminate all Medicare reimbursement for coronary CTA except for two indications and further stipulated that coronary CTA must…
November 29, 2007
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS IMPROVES FEATURES ON EDUCATION WEB SITE
New Features Enhance Online Education Capabilities and Class Offerings CHICAGO — November 29, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., a diagnostic imaging leader dedicated to furthering medical education, today announced enhancements to the Toshiba Learning Center Web site — www.ToshibaLearningCenter.com. The Web site, now in its second generation, will include online continuing medical education (CME) courses,…
November 29, 2007
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS ANNOUNCES EDUCATIONAL ADVISORY BOARD
Advisory Board Demonstrates Toshiba’s Commitment to Medical Education CHICAGO — November 29, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., a diagnostic imaging leader, today announced the implementation of its new Educational Advisory Board, demonstrating the company’s continued commitment to improving diagnostic imaging education. As the only educational advisory board in the industry, the group will oversee…
November 29, 2007
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIST COURSES IN CT AND MR AT TOSHIBA EDUCATION CENTER
CHICAGO — November 29, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., a leading diagnostic imaging provider committed to furthering medical education, today announced two new advanced technologist courses in CT and MR available at the Toshiba Education Center in Irvine, Calif. Information about the courses is available at Toshiba’s booth at the Radiological Society of North…
November 28, 2007
TOSHIBA AND MCKESSON SHOWCASE ULTRASOUND MULTIVIEW OFF-LINE REVIEW WORKSTATION SOFTWARE AT RSNA
New Workstation Software Improves Image Reconstruction and Patient Throughput CHICAGO — November 28, 2007 — As part of an ongoing partnership to deliver the industry’s best workstation and applications products, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will feature its Ultrasound Multiview Off-line Review Workstation software, developed in collaboration with McKesson Corp., at this year’s Radiological Society of…
November 28, 2007
TOSHIBA UNVEILS NEW LOW-CONTRAST X-RAY IMAGING FEATURE AT RSNA
New Feature Available on Infinix-i X-ray Systems Improves Visualization of Soft Tissue CHICAGO — November 28, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., a leader in diagnostic and medical imaging, will unveil its new low-contrast imaging feature (510k pending) available on all Toshiba Infinix™-i large panel X-ray systems at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)…
November 28, 2007
TOSHIBA SHOWCASES NEW CLINICAL APPLICATIONS FOR AQUILION CT PRODUCT LINE AT RSNA
New Clinical Applications Increase Productivity and Workflow CHICAGO — November 28, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., a leader in diagnostic and medical imaging, is showcasing the Aquilion® CT product line’s new automated workflow enhancements and clinical applications at the Radiological Society of North America’s (RSNA) annual meeting in Chicago, Nov. 25–30 (Booth # 7130)….
November 27, 2007
TOSHIBA’S Aquilion ONE RECEIVES FDA CLEARANCE
With 510(k) Clearance, the New Dynamic Volume Computed Tomography System is on Schedule for Commercial Availability in 2008 CHICAGO — November 27, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., a leader in diagnostic and medical imaging, today announced FDA clearance of the most advanced diagnostic imaging computed tomography (CT) equipment available — the Aquilion ONE™. With…
November 27, 2007
TOSHIBA REACHES MILESTONE OF 20,000 CT UNITS PRODUCED
Milestone Exemplifies Toshiba’s Continuing Commitment to Leading CT Innovation; Toshiba to Showcase 20,000th CT Unit at RSNA CHICAGO — November 27, 2007 — Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation, a leader in diagnostic and medical imaging, today announced its milestone of producing 20,000 CT units. To demonstrate Toshiba’s continued innovation in the evolution and development of computed tomography…
November 27, 2007
TOSHIBA SHOWCASES ULTRASOUND 4D VOLUMETRIC IMAGING APPLICATIONS AND NEW XARIO XG AT RSNA
New Clinical Applications Increase Patient Throughput and Diagnostic Accuracy CHICAGO — November 27, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., a leader in diagnostic and medical imaging, today announced it will be showcasing new 4-D volume imaging applications for Toshiba’s Aplio™ and Xario™ ultrasound systems. The 4D applications and the latest system — the Xario XG…
November 26, 2007
TOSHIBA LAUNCHES BREAKTHROUGH CT SYSTEM — the Aquilion ONE
The World’s First Dynamic Volume Computed Tomography System Enables Faster, More Accurate Diagnosis to Reduce Healthcare Costs and Improve Patient Care CHICAGO — November 26, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., a leader in diagnostic and medical imaging, today introduced the world’s first dynamic volume computed tomography system — the Aquilion ONE™. This advanced diagnostic…
November 26, 2007
TOSHIBA PREVIEWS NEW AUTOMATED RADREX-i X-RAY SYSTEM AT RSNA
Cost-Effective, Robust System Ideal for Imaging Patients from Pediatric to Bariatric CHICAGO — November 26, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., a leader in diagnostic and medical imaging, will preview the new RADREX™-i automated X-ray system at the Radiological Society of North America annual meeting held in Chicago, Nov. 25–30 (Booth # 7130). “Toshiba’s automated…
November 26, 2007
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES NEW VANTAGE TITAN MR SYSTEM AT RSNA
Vantage Titan Improves Patient Care with Large Bore, Reduced Noise and Extended Field-of-View with Increased Homogeneity CHICAGO — November 26, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., an industry leader in magnetic resonance (MR) technology, will preview the Vantage Titan™ MR system as a works-in-progress at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting in…
November 25, 2007
TOSHIBA SHOWCASES INFINIX VF-i/BP AT RSNA
X-ray System Provides Unprecedented Patient Access and Anatomical Coverage CHICAGO — November 25, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., a leader in diagnostic and medical imaging, will showcase its biplane X-ray system, the Infinix™ VF-i/BP at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting held in Chicago, Nov. 25–30 (Booth # 7130). “The new…
November 25, 2007
TOSHIBA PREVIEWS ADVANCED 3T MR SYSTEM AT RSNA
System Increases Diagnostic Capabilities and Produces Higher Image Resolution CHICAGO — November 25, 2007 — Reinforcing the company’s commitment to the MR marketplace, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will preview its advanced 3T (3-Tesla) MR system as a works-in-progress at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting in Chicago, Nov. 25–30, 2007 (Booth #…
November 15, 2007
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES ITS FOURTH GENERATION CONTRAST-FREE TECHNIQUE — TIME AND SPACE ANGIOGRAPHY (TSA)
TSA Visualizes Dynamic Blood Flow Without Contrast Offering Safer MRA Exams TUSTIN, CA — November 15, 2007 — As the leading developer of contrast-free magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) techniques, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., today introduced a fourth generation contrast-free imaging technique, Time and Space Angiography (TSA). Adding to the robust offering of contrast-free techniques from…
November 6, 2007
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES FACTOR64 STUDY TO IMPROVE EARLY DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE IN ASYMPTOMATIC DIABETICS
faCTor64 Study to Increase Detection of CAD at Early Stages to Save Lives TUSTIN, CA — November 6, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced faCTor64, the Screening For Asymptomatic Obstructive Coronary Artery Disease Among High-Risk Diabetic Patients Using CT Angiography, Following CorE 64: A Randomized Control Study. Toshiba’s CorE 64 (Coronary Evaluation on 64)…
November 1, 2007
CVCTA EDUCATION TO OFFER LIVE CASE TRAINING FOR LEVEL I PARTICIPANTS
Course to Use Toshiba’s Aquilion 64 to Provide Physicians with Unique Training TUSTIN, CA — November 1, 2007 — Strengthening its position as a leader in medical education and improved patient care, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced that its partner, CVCTA Education, will provide access to live case training for ACCF/AHA Level 1 cardiac…
October 23, 2007
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES FIRST U.S. INSTALL OF INFINIX CF-i/SP AT ARLINGTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Versatile Infinix System Helps Improve Diagnosis and Patient Care With Greater Patient Access and High Quality Imaging Capabilities TUSTIN, CA — October 23, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. a leader in medical and diagnostic imaging equipment, today announced the first U.S. installation of the Infinix CF-i/SP™ X-ray system was recently completed at Arlington Memorial…
October 10, 2007
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS VEHICLE FLEET GOING GREEN
Hybrid Vehicles Further Enhance Toshiba’s Commitment to Reducing Carbon Footprint TUSTIN, CA — October 10, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., a leader in diagnostic and medical imaging systems, announces its commitment to replacing the company’s entire fleet of sedans for its sales and service teams with hybrid cars over the next three years. As…
September 20, 2007
CVCTA EDUCATION RECEIVES TOP SCORES IN SCCT’S CTA COURSE REVIEW
CVCTA’s Top-rated Courses Use Toshiba’s Aquilion 64 CFX to Provide Physicians with Outstanding Training Experience TUSTIN, CA — September 20, 2007 — CVCTA Education, a leading provider of top-tier medical educational programs, received the most positive reviews for its CTA courses in an online physician student review conducted by the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT)….
August 30, 2007
EAST TENNESSEE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL INSTALLS TOSHIBA’S AQUILION 16- AND 64-SLICE CT SYSTEMS
Toshiba’s Contrast Resolution Technology Combines Low Dose with High Quality Imaging Ideal for Pediatric Use TUSTIN, CA — August 30, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., a global provider of diagnostic medical imaging systems and comprehensive medical solutions, today announced that East Tennessee Children’s Hospital has installed two Aquilion® computed tomography systems — one 16-slice…
August 27, 2007
TOSHIBA INSTALLS TWO INFINIX CF-i/BP VASCULAR X-RAY SYSTEMS AT THE CHILDREN’S HEALTHCARE OF ATLANTA SIBLEY HEART CENTER
Versatile Five-Axis System Offers Unequaled Access Ideal for Pediatric Patients TUSTIN, CA — August 27, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., a leader in diagnostic and medical imaging systems, announced today the installation of two Infinix CF-i/BP vascular X-ray systems at the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Sibley Heart Center, located at the Egleston hospital campus….
July 24, 2007
LIVE DEMONSTRATION USING TOSHIBA INFINIX CF-i/BP TO BE PERFORMED AT PEDIATRIC INTERVENTIONAL CARDIAC SYMPOSIUM
Complexity of Procedures Requires High-End Cutting-Edge Technology TUSTIN, CA — July 24, 2007 — Continuing to position itself as a leader in medical education and patient care, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced today that the Pediatric Interventional Cardiac Symposium (PICS) in Las Vegas, the most comprehensive symposium worldwide on pediatric cardiac interventional therapies, will feature…
July 5, 2007
TOSHIBA PARTNERS WITH CVCTA EDUCATION TO OFFER NEW PV-CTA TRAINING COURSE
Course Will Help Teach Detection of Disease Affecting Twenty Million People TUSTIN, CA — July 5, 2007 — Strengthening its position as a leader in medical education and improved patient care, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced a partnership with CVCTA Education to provide a Peripheral Vascular CTA (PV-CTA) training course. This course will be…
June 20, 2007
TOSHIBA TO SPONSOR HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL COURSE IN VIRTUAL COLONOSCOPY
TUSTIN, CA — June 20, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced it will sponsor a continuing medical education course in Virtual Colonoscopy in collaboration with Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Department of Continuing Education. Since 2004, courses in Virtual Colonoscopy have been offered at Harvard Medical School….
June 13, 2007
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES SURESUBTRACTION SOFTWARE PACKAGE FOR NEUROLOGICAL CT ANGIOGRAPHY PROCEDURES
Software Automates Bone Subtraction Process, Saves Critical Time For Patients with Neurological Symptoms TUSTIN, CA — June 13, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. introduces a new advanced software package, SURESubtraction, for Toshiba’s Aquilion® CT line that will reduce CT examination time for patients exhibiting symptoms of neurological disorders by automating and streamlining bone subtraction. Currently,…
May 22, 2007
TOSHIBA NAMES JEFF HOWORTH VICE PRESIDENT OF STRATEGIC BUSINESS GROUP
TUSTIN, CA — May 22, 2007 — Further strengthening an already robust strategic and operational team, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced that Jeff Howorth has been named vice president, Strategic Business Group. Howorth will be responsible for developing Toshiba’s Strategic Business Group, a new division within the company focused on developing partnerships with Integrated…
May 7, 2007
TOSHIBA INSTALLS FIRST VANTAGE POWERED BY ATLAS MRI SYSTEM AT STEINBERG DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL IMAGING CENTER
New Vantage Atlas MRI System Improves Patient Comfort and Enhances Workflow LAS VEGAS, NV — May 7, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., a global leader in diagnostic and medical imaging systems, today announced it has installed its first Vantage powered by Atlas 1.5T magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system at Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging (SDMI),…
May 3, 2007
TOSHIBA TO PROVIDE 20 XARIO ULTRASOUND SYSTEMS TO OREGON INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Toshiba To Be Exclusive Provider of Ultrasound Systems at Oregon Center for Health Professions, Providing Cutting-Edge Technology to Students TUSTIN, CA — May 3, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., a leading provider of diagnostic medical imaging systems and comprehensive medical solutions, today announced that Oregon Institute of Technology (OIT) has purchased 20 Toshiba Xario™…
May 2, 2007
TOSHIBA’S CORE 64 MULTI-CENTER STUDY COMPLETES ENROLLMENT
Largest International Multi-Center 64-Slice CT Trial; Benefits of Findings Evidenced By Use In Two Ancillary Studies Presented at ACC TUSTIN, CA — May 2, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced the completion of enrollment for 400 patients in its CorE 64 (Coronary Evaluation on 64) study taking place across seven countries, the largest…
May 1, 2007
SOCIETY OF CARDIOVASCULAR COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY ANNOUNCES YOUNG INVESTIGATOR’S AWARD
Toshiba Provides Funding for New Annual Award through Unrestricted Educational Grant TUSTIN, CA — May 1, 2007 — The Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT), the leading professional society devoted exclusively to cardiovascular computed tomography (CT), today announced a new annual award program focused on innovation in the field of patient care. The Young Investigator’s Award,…
April 30, 2007
CINCINNATI CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER SELECTS TOSHIBA’S APLIO XG ULTRASOUND SYSTEM
Cincinnati Children’s Purchased 13 Aplio XG Ultrasound Systems, Delivering High Frequency and Depth without Sacrificing Image Quality TUSTIN, CA — April 30, 2007 — Less than six months after the Toshiba America Medical Systems launch of the Aplio™ XG, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center selected Toshiba’s Aplio XG ultrasound system for its pediatric ultrasound division. Toshiba…
April 9, 2007
FIRST TOSHIBA APLIO XG ULTRASOUND INSTALLED AT STEINBERG DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL IMAGING (SDMI)
Largest Freestanding Clinic in Las Vegas Reports Better Diagnosis, Improved Patient Outcomes with New, State-of-the-Art System TUSTIN, CA — April 9, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) announced today that the nation’s largest outpatient imaging practice, Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging (SDMI) in Las Vegas, is the first to install the new Aplio™ XG ultrasound…
April 4, 2007
TOSHIBA MR SYSTEMS ALLOW FOR SAFE MRA EXAMS
Toshiba’s Fresh Blood Imaging, Contrast Free Improved Angiography and Time-SLIP Techniques Eliminate Need for Gadolinium and Ensure Safe and Effective Patient Exams TUSTIN, CA — April 4, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has developed three imaging techniques for its MR product line, including the Vantage systems, that allow for contrast free imaging during MRA…
April 3, 2007
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY INSTALLS TOSHIBA INFINIX DP-I/FD2
New Vascular Imaging System Increases Patient Comfort and Decreases Exam Time TUSTIN, CA — April 3, 2007 — The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and its Heart Institute is installing the Infinix™ DP-i/FD2 imaging system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. Johns Hopkins will use the system for detailed peripheral vascular work and coronary studies…
April 2, 2007
SHANDS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA MEDICAL CENTER INSTALLS TOSHIBA AQUILION 16 CT SYSTEM
Aquilion 16-Slice System Compliments Existing Toshiba 32 and 64-slice Systems For Optimal CT Patient Workflow Capabilities TUSTIN, CA — April 2, 2007 — Today Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced that Shands at the University of Florida (UF) has installed an Aquilion® 16 computed tomography (CT) system. The academic medical center now is home to three…
March 28, 2007
TOSHIBA PARTNERS WITH GEORGIA RADIOLOGY RESEARCH AND EDUCATIONAL NETWORK TO PROVIDE ACC LEVEL I AND II, ACR CARDIAC CT ACCREDITATION TRAINING
TUSTIN, CA — March 28, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. has expanded its professional education and training offerings by partnering with Atlanta-based Georgia Radiology Research and Educational Network (GRREN). GRREN, with its Aquilion® 64 CFX and state-of-the-art training center, will serve as Toshiba’s newest site for American College of Cardiology (ACC) Level I and…
March 27, 2007
TOSHIBA SHOWCASES VANTAGE ATLAS MRI SYSTEM AT AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CARDIOLOGY ANNUAL MEETING
System Is Suited for Coronary Artery Disease Screening NEW ORLEANS, LA — March 27, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will feature its EXCELART Vantage™ powered by Atlas 1.5T magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system at this year’s American College of Cardiology (ACC) annual meeting in New Orleans, March 24–27, 2007. The system is capable of…
March 27, 2007
TOSHIBA UNVEILS CARDIO PACKAGE FOR APLIO XG ULTRASOUND AT ACC
Software Enhancements Allow for Improved Patient Outcomes, Including Accurate Identification of Cardiac Resynchronization Candidates NEW ORLEANS, LA — March 27, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced it will showcase its Aplio™ XG ultrasound system including the latest innovations for diagnosing heart disease. For the first time, the Aplio XG cardio package will be…
March 27, 2007
RESPECTED PHYSICIANS DELIVER ORAL PRESENTATIONS AND SHARE LATEST INFORMATION ABOUT CTA ADVANCES
MEDIA ALERT/INVITATION — March 27, 2007 WHAT: Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will sponsor an oral presentation titled,Criteria for Defining Coronary Segments Using Computed Tomography: The Core-64 Trialduring this year’s American College of Cardiology (ACC) annual meeting. The presentation will be included within a variety of oral presentations by respected medical experts related toAdvances in Coronary…
March 26, 2007
TOSHIBA INTRODUCES NEW INFINIX VF-i/SP VASCULAR X-RAY SYSTEM
New, Multi-Axis Cardiovascular X-Ray System Handles Both Diagnostic and Interventional Procedures TUSTIN, CA — March 26, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced the introduction of its Infinix™ VF-i/SP X-ray system, a universal cardiovascular system designed to accommodate diagnostic and interventional procedures. The system will be showcased at the American College of Cardiology (ACC)…
March 26, 2007
TOSHIBA ACHIEVES GOLD-STAR STATUS FOR APLIO XG AND SECURES SPOT AS ONLY ULTRASOUND EXHIBITOR AT IHE BOOTH DURING ACC
TUSTIN, CA — March 26, 2007 — The Aplio™ XG ultrasound system from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) received gold-star ratings for profiles recognized by Integrating the Healthcare Enterprise (IHE) at this year’s Connectathon, the healthcare IT industry’s only large-scale interoperability testing event, held January 15–19 in Chicago. The system received gold stars for compliance…
March 25, 2007
MEDIA ALERT/INVITATION — March 24, 2007
New 3D MR Workstation Offers Unmatched Cardiac Evaluation Capabilities NEW ORLEANS, LA — March 25, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) will unveil the Virtual Explorer 3D Workstation — designed to analyze magnetic resonance (MR) images of the heart — at the American College of Cardiology’s annual meeting in New Orleans, March 24–27, 2007….
March 24, 2007
TOSHIBA TO HOST EDUCATIONAL SERIES “CT ANGIOGRAPHY MADE EASY” AT ACC 2007
MEDIA ALERT/INVITATION — March 24, 2007 WHAT: Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. will host a presentation and Expo Lunch & Learn series entitled, CT Angiography Made Easy* at this year’s American College of Cardiology (ACC) annual meeting. All presentations and the Expo Lunch & Learn sessions are free to attendees. Three well-respected physicians will give two presentations each…
March 24, 2007
FOURTH ANNUAL CARDIAC CT CME PROGRAM — CTA AND MYOCARDIAL PERFUSION BEYOND 64 SLICE — LED BY JOHNS HOPKINS CARDIOLOGISTS
MEDIA ALERT/INVITATION — March 24, 2007 WHAT: For the fourth year in a row, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine with support from Toshiba has brought the most current information surrounding CT applications to the American College of Cardiology’s annual meeting. This Cardiac CT CME Meeting* is open to physicians attending ACC and is supported…
March 7, 2007
TOSHIBA INSTALLS LANDMARK 400th VANTAGE 1.5T MRI SYSTEM
For LakeWest Hospital, State-of-the-Art Technology Results in Greater Patient Comfort and Better Clinical Outcomes TUSTIN, CA — March 7, 2007 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. — a trusted leader in medical imaging technology — has achieved a significant milestone: the installation of its 400th Excelart Vantage 1.5T, high-field magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system. The installation…
November 2, 2006
CINCINNATI CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL SELECTS TOSHIBA CT
Top Children’s Hospital Installs Aquilion 64 CFX to Improve Diagnostic Capabilities TUSTIN, CA — November 2, 2006 — The nation’s premier site for pediatric radiology — Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center — has selected an Aquilion™ 64 CFX from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. to strengthen its position as a provider of patient-friendly imaging technology and…
October 31, 2006
TOSHIBA NAMES ROBERT MICER DIRECTOR OF X-RAY/VASCULAR BUSINESS UNIT
TUSTIN, CA — October 31, 2006 — Further strengthening an already robust strategic and operational team, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced that Robert Micer has been named director, X-Ray/Vascular Business Unit. In this new role, Micer will be responsible for implementing tactical and strategic marketing plans for a business segment that helps to drive…
October 30, 2006
TOSHIBA RECEIVES FDA APPROVAL FOR INJECTOR SYNCHRONIZATION OPTION
Improves Efficiency and Patient Care TUSTIN, CA — October 30, 2006 — Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced today it received Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for a new CAN Level 1 injector synchronization option for its Aquilion™ 64- and 32-slice computed tomography (CT) systems. The new option facilitates contrast enhanced CT exams by interfacing…
October 16, 2006
TOSHIBA’S VANTAGE MRI SYSTEM ACHIEVES NO. 1 RANKING IN KLAS PERFORMANCE STUDY
Image Quality and Patient Comfort Cited as Reasons for High Ranking TUSTIN, CA — October 16, 2006 — Highlighting its position as a leading provider of diagnostic imaging technologies, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.’s Vantage 1.5T magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system ranked first in a multichannel MRI performance report by KLAS Enterprises LLC. The Vantage received…
August 23, 2006
TOSHIBA PARTNER AWARDED FIRST PLACE FOR CARDIAC IMAGING RESEARCH AT ISMRM
Research Validates Use of Non-Contrast Imaging Techniques for Diagnosing Disease TOKYO, August 23, 2006 — Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation (TMSC) today announced that Dr. Katsumi Nakamura of Tobata Kyoritsu Hospital in Japan received first place honors for his research in the area of non-contrast magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) imaging. Nakamura, a radiologist and long-time Toshiba collaborator,…
August 21, 2006
TOSHIBA SECURES EXCLUSIVE FIVE-YEAR EQUIPMENT AGREEMENT WITH OHIOHEALTH
TUSTIN, Calif., August 21, 2006 — Further establishing its business in the Midwest, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced an exclusive five-year agreement with OhioHealth, a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing healthcare services to 46 Ohio counties. Under the terms of the contract, four award-winning OhioHealth hospitals — Grant Medical Center, Riverside Methodist Hospital, Doctors Hospital…
August 7, 2006
DELNOR-COMMUNITY HOSPITAL ACQUIRES TOSHIBA TECHNOLOGY
Purchase of Six Aplio Ultrasound Systems Broaden Clinical Capabilities TUSTIN, Calif., August 7, 2006 — Strengthening its position as a leader in the ultrasound market, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced the successful installation of six Aplio™ ultrasound systems at Delnor-Community Hospital in Geneva, Illinois. The new Aplio systems allow clinicians at the hospital, and…
August 1, 2006
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES VERSION 3.0 SOFTWARE FOR AQUILION 64
Fastest Reconstruction and Enhanced DICOM Data Transfer for Increased Productivity TUSTIN, Calif., August 1, 2006 – Meeting clinical demands for applications that enhance departmental workflow, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announced today the release of its Version 3.0 software for the Aquilion™ 64 and 32 computed tomography (CT) systems – the most advanced multislice CT technology…
July 29, 2006
TOSHIBA APPOINTS VICE PRESIDENT OF BUSINESS OPERATIONS
Richards to Support Company’s Rapid Start in 2006 TUSTIN, Calif., July 25, 2006 – Further strengthening an already robust strategic and operational team, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced that it has promoted industry veteran, Peter Richards, to vice president of business operations and member of the company’s executive team. Prior to this appointment, Richards…
July 26, 2006
MCKESSON AND TOSHIBA TARGET SMALL HOSPITALS AND IMAGING CENTERS WITH COMBINED MEDICAL IMAGING SOLUTION
ATLANTA, GA — July 26, 2006 — McKesson announced that it has signed a distribution agreement with Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. The agreement calls for Toshiba to offer McKesson’s No. 1 ranked Horizon Medical Imaging™ PACS solution with Toshiba’s innovative diagnostic imaging devices, including the Aquilion™ line of CT scanners. The agreement is designed to…
July 26, 2006
TOSHIBA’S NEW NEMIO XG ULTRASOUND UPGRADE IMPROVES DIAGNOSIS AND PATIENT CARE
Newly Available Clinical Applications Enhance Image Quality, Accuracy and Efficiency TUSTIN, Calif., July 26, 2006 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced the availability of a new upgrade for the popular NemioT ultrasound system. Using next-generation technology, the Nemio XG provides the image quality needed to render a fast, accurate diagnosis – limiting the number…
July 18, 2006
TOSHIBA NAMES VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES
Aaron Hudy Charged with Driving Corporate Sales Growth TUSTIN, Calif., July 18, 2006 – Bolstering the company’s strong growth trend in the diagnostic imaging industry, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced that it has named Aaron Hudy as vice president of sales and newest member of the executive team. “Aaron Hudy’s proven sales experience and…
July 10, 2006
REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER AT MEMPHIS INSTALLS MOST ADVANCED 32-SLICE CT SYSTEMS AVAILABLE
Nation’s Third Largest Trauma Center Selects Toshiba to Expand Diagnostic Capabilities TUSTIN, Calif., July 10, 2006 – Reinforcing its position as a leader in the advancement of multislice computed tomography (CT) technology, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced the successful installation of two of the company’s Aquilion 32-slice CT systems at the Regional Medical Center…
May 30, 2006
ST. FRANCIS AND TEMPLE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS EXPAND VASCULAR IMAGING CAPABILITIES WITH NEW TOSHIBA INFINIX DP-i/FD2
Hospitals First in the U.S. to Install Toshiba’s New Vascular Imaging System TUSTIN, Calif., May 30, 2006 – Improving cardiac care at two regional healthcare institutions, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced the installation of its InfinixTM DP-i/FD2 at St. Francis Hospital in Federal Way, Washington, near Seattle, and Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia. The hospitals…
May 23, 2006
TOSHIBA INSTALLS 300th VANTAGE 1.5T MRI SYSTEM
Patient-Focused Technology Results in Major Success for Family of High-Performance Systems TOKYO, Japan – May 23, 2006 –Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation (TMSC) today announced that it has installed its 300th Excelart VantageTM magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system. The 1.5T, high-field MRI system was installed at the Center for Advanced Imaging in Roanoke, Va., and will be used to…
May 12, 2006
TOSHIBA’S TECHNOLOGY CONTRIBUTIONS FEATURED ON TOP MORNING TALK SHOW “LIVE WITH REGIS AND KELLY”
Company Donates More Than $80,000 in Equipment to Help Uninsured Community TUSTIN/IRVINE, Calif., May 12, 2006 –Toshiba America Medical Systems Inc., Toshiba America Business Solutions Inc. and Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. today donated more than $80,000 in much-needed advanced technology equipment to Partners for Healing clinic (PFH) in Tullahoma, Tenn., as part of “Live with…
March 30, 2006
PARMA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL ENHANCES PATIENT CARE, OPTIMIZES WORKFLOW AND EXPANDS CLINICAL CAPABILITIES WITH TOSHIBA’S NEW INFINIX-I SERIES
TUSTIN, Calif., March. 30, 2006 – Further empowering cardiologists by delivering cutting-edge diagnostic imaging technologies, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced that Parma Community General Hospital in Parma, Ohio, has completed installation of the InfinixTM CC-i FPD (flat panel detector), Toshiba’s single plane, ceiling-mounted vascular and cardiac imaging system. Parma is the latest healthcare institution…
March 28, 2006
BORGESS MEDICAL CENTER ENHANCES CARDIAC CAPABILITIES FOR ADVANCED PATIENT CARE
Heart Center Acquires Newest Diagnostic Imaging Technology from Toshiba TUSTIN, March 28, 2006 – Improving the accessibility and delivery of cardiac care to the residents of Michigan, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced that Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo has installed five InfinixTM-i series catheterization labs, the latest in diagnostic and interventional imaging technology. …
March 13, 2006
TOSHIBA’S NEW ULTRASOUND CARDIAC PACKAGE CAN HELP REDUCE UNSUCCESSFUL PACEMAKER SURGERY
New Aplio CV Cardio Package Designed to Further Enhance the Accuracy and Efficiency of Ultrasound Imaging and Improve Overall Cardiac Capabilities ACC Booth # 4119 ATLANTA, March 13, 2006 – Offering the latest technology to enhance the delivery of cardiac care, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today introduced a new comprehensive cardio offering for its…
March 12, 2006
TOSHIBA INFINIX DP-i/FD2 DEBUTS AT ACC
New System Features Two Flat Panel Detectors for Improved Cardiac Imaging ACC Booth # 4119 ATLANTA, March 12, 2006 – As a leading developer of technologies that improve the delivery of cardiac care, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) is debuting its new InfinixTM DP-i/FD2 vascular X-ray system at the America College of Cardiology’s (ACC) 55thAnnual Scientific…
March 11, 2006
TOSHIBA RECEIVES FDA CLEARANCE FOR VANTAGE ZGV MRI SYSTEM
MRI System Boasts Advanced Capabilities for Cardiac Imaging Applications ACC Booth # 4119 ATLANTA, March 11, 2006 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced FDA clearance for its high performance Excelart VantageTM ZGV magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system, the most sophisticated 1.5T system in the industry. The new Vantage ZGV is immediately available and offers…
March 9, 2006
EXPERTS TO DISCUSS THE CLINICAL BENEFITS OF 64-SLICE CT TECHNOLOGY AT ACC
Leading Cardiologists To Host Interactive Presentations EXPERT INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITY WHO: Leading cardiologists Gerald Burma, M.D., PhD, cardiologist, Cardiovascular Clinic at Parma, and Peter Fail, M.D., director of cardiac catheterization laboratories, Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) will deliver presentations, highlighting the clinical and practical benefits of incorporating the latest 64-slice cardiac CT technology in a…
March 7, 2006
KLAS SURVEY RANKS TOSHIBA’S AQUILION 64-SLICE CT SYSTEM TOP AMONG LEADING MEDICAL IMAGING TECHNOLOGY VENDORS
TUSTIN, Calif. March 7, 2006 – Reinforcing its position as a leader in the diagnostic imaging marketplace, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced results of the KLAS 64-slice CT perception report, which ranked Toshiba’s AquilionTM 64-slice CT system at the top in overall vendor ratings, outpacing leading diagnostic imaging manufacturers. The KLAS 64-slice CT perception…
February 14, 2006
JOHNS HOPKINS MEDICINE TO HOST THIRD ANNUAL CARDIAC CT: TODAY AND THE FUTURE MEETING/CME PROGRAM
This event is not part of the official ACC Annual Scientific Session Program Committee (ASSPC.) CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENT / INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITY For Saturday, March 11, 2006 WHAT: Cardiologist João Lima, M.D., Associate Professor of Medicine and Radiology and Director, Cardiovascular Imaging in Cardiology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, will direct the third annual meeting…
January 24, 2006
TOSHIBA AND CARDIOVASCULAR INSTITUTE OF THE SOUTH ESTABLISH CARDIOVASCULAR CT EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP
TUSTIN, Calif., Jan. 24, 2006 – As part of the company’s commitment to cardiac and vascular imaging education, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., together with Louisiana-based Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS), today announced the new “Cardiovascular CT Basics Program.” The program is designed to educate cardiologists, radiologists, vascular surgeons and administrators about the latest 64-slice…
December 8, 2005
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES F2 EDITION OF THE VANTAGE MRI SYSTEM
Advanced Software and Hardware Features Improve Acquisition Speed and Image Quality TUSTIN, Calif., Dec. 8, 2005—Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced availability of its F2 Edition/Version (V7) software and hardware for its Vantage family of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems, designed to improve acquisition speed and enhance image quality and detail. According to…
December 7, 2005
PARK NICOLETTE COMPLETES PURCHASE OF 21 APLIO CV ULTRASOUND SYSTEMS FOR ENHANCED CARDIAC APPLICATIONS
New State-of-the-Art Heart and Vascular Center Provides Cardiac Procedures For Improved Patient Comfort TUSTIN, Calif., Dec. 7, 2005 – Strengthening its position as the global leader in ultrasound technology innovation, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced the successful installation of 21 AplioTM CV ultrasound systems at the Park Nicolette Heart and Vascular Center in Minneapolis,…
November 30, 2005
TOSHIBA EXPANDS CARDIAC CT TRAINING PROGRAM FOR AQUILION 64 CUSTOMERS
Expansion Aimed at Meeting Industry Demand for Practical Training Using 64-slice CT Technology RSNA Booth # 7114 (North Building, Hall B) IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 30, 2005 – As part of its ongoing commitment to cardiac CT education, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced that it has expanded its cardiac CT training program to meet…
November 30, 2005
TOSHIBA UNVEILS NEW ROOM CONFIGURATION FOR T.RAD PLUS DIGITAL RADIOGRAPHY X-RAY SYSTEM
Allows Clinicians to Accommodate Patients at Virtually Any Angle RSNA Booth # 7114 (North Building, Hall B) CHICAGO, Nov.30, 2005—Committed to meeting the diverse needs of today’s radiology departments, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today unveiled a unique room configuration for its T.RAD Plus product line—offering traditional radiographic systems and a removable digital radiography…
November 30, 2005
TOSHIBA OFFERS INTEGRATED DIGITAL RADIOGRAPHY PANEL FOR KALARE R&F SYSTEM
New DR Integration Enables True, All-Digital Examinations and Post Processing for Reduced Procedure Times RSNA Booth # 7114 (North Building, Hall B) CHICAGO, Nov. 30, 2005 – Further advancing digital X-ray capabilities for improved cost-efficiency and overall patient benefits, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today introduced an integrated Digital Radiography (DR) panel for its KalareTM R&F…
November 29, 2005
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS INTRODUCES NEW TECHNIQUES FOR VANTAGE MRI SYSTEMS
DUO and JET Designed to Deliver High Quality Images and Improve Departmental Efficiency RSNA Booth # 7114 and # 6913 (North Building, Hall B) CHICAGO, Nov. 29, 2005 – Continuing its charge to meet the needs of clinicians, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today unveiled two new techniques for use with its full line of…
November 29, 2005
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS LAUNCHES COILS FOR VANTAGE MRI SYSTEMS
Long Bone Coil and 32 Channel Head/Spine Coil Previewed as Works-in-Progress RSNA Booth # 7114 (North Building, Hall B) CHICAGO, Nov. 29, 2005 – Supporting its ongoing commitment to the development of technologies that meet clinician needs, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced the launch of two new coils. The first coil is designed…
November 29, 2005
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS FEATURES VANTAGE ZGV MRI SYSTEM AT RSNA
Toshiba’s Newest MRI System Offers New Sequences, High-Quality Images and Faster CPU RSNA Booth # 7114 (North Building, Hall B) CHICAGO, Nov. 29, 2005 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced the introduction of its high performance Vantage ZGV magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system—the highest-end 1.5T system available. The works-in-progress Vantage ZGV features new…
November 28, 2005
TOSHIBA UNVEILS NEW ENHANCEMENTS TO LINE OF AUTOMATED SCAN SURE TECHNOLOGIES
Latest Advancements Improve Workflow, Security and Reduce Dose RSNA Booth # 7114 (North Building, Hall B) CHICAGO, Nov. 28, 2005 – Furthering its commitment to developing technologies that improve efficiency and enhance patient care, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today unveiled new workflow, security and dose exposure enhancements to its SURE line of automated scan…
November 28, 2005
New CT Scanner Specifically Designed For Cancer Patients Lets Physicians Locate, Treat Tumors More Accurately
Aquilion LB CT Scanner from Toshiba America Medical Systems Has Larger-Than-Normal Opening, Allows Physicians to: • Move Patients into Crucial Exam Positions • Obtain More Accurate Images of Tumor Size, Location • More Precisely Target Tumors During Radiation Treatment TUSTIN, Calif., November 28, 2005 – With CT scanners playing a key role in the detection and treatment of…
November 27, 2005
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS NAMES TED NEMETZ VICE PRESIDENT, TECHNOLOGY SERVICES BUSINESS UNIT
RSNA Booth # 7114 (North Building, Hall B) TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 27, 2005 – Further supporting the company’s continued growth, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced the appointment of Ted Nemetz as vice president of the company’s Technology Services Business Unit. In this role, Nemetz will lead Toshiba’s extensive service organization, including field operations,…
November 22, 2005
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS ANNOUNCES 510(K) CLEARANCE FOR INFINIX VC-i SYSTEM WITH 12X16 INCH FLAT PANEL DETECTOR
New High Resolution FPD Represents Next Generation of Diagnostic and Interventional Imaging RSNA Booth # 7114 (North Building, Hall B) CHICAGO, Nov. 22, 2005 – Furthering the advancement of diagnostic imaging technologies designed to deliver exceptional clinical performance, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s 510(k) clearance of its…
November 21, 2005
TOSHIBA’S AQUILION LB CT OFFERS INDUSTRY’S LARGEST BORE AND WIDEST FIELD-OF-VIEW
CHICAGO, Nov. 21, 2005 – Leading the development of diagnostic imaging technologies that aid in the diagnosis of cancer, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced that the AquilionTM Large Bore (LB) will be featured at this year’s Radiological Society of North America’s (RSNA) annual meeting, held Nov. 27-Dec. 2 at McCormick Place in Chicago. The…
November 15, 2005
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES PLATINUM SPONSORSHIP OF SOCIETY OF CARDIOVASCULAR COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY
Founding Support Provided to Aid Establishment of Organization Devoted Exclusively to Cardiovascular CT TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 15, 2005 – A leader in advanced imaging technology, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS), today announced its platinum sponsorship of the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (SCCT). Toshiba is a founding sponsor, contributing $100,000 to the organization as part…
November 7, 2005
TOSHIBA PROVIDES JOHNS HOPKINS APLIO CV ULTRASOUND SYSTEM FOR USE IN GROUNDBREAKING CLINICAL TRIAL
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center Initiates First-Ever Study Using Ultrasound and Computerized Tomography (CT) to Assess Outcomes Following Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT) TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 7, 2005 – A leader in ultrasound technology innovation, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS), today announced an agreement to provide Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center the state-of-the-art AplioTM CV ultrasound system…
November 3, 2005
TOSHIBA LAUNCHES SEVEN-CHANNEL BREAST SPEEDER COIL FOR VANTAGE MRI SYSTEM
New Coil Designed to Improve Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Interventional Breast Procedures TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 3, 2005 – Leading the industry in advanced technologies that aid the early detection of breast cancer, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced the availability of the new Breast SPEEDER coil, an advanced seven-channel coil that allows for improved…
October 17, 2005
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF FIVE-AXIS INFINIX CF-i CARDIAC IMAGING SYSTEM AT TCT 2005
Fast, Agile System Offers Clinicians Unparalleled Flexibility and Patient Access TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 17, 2005 – Further expanding its commitment to innovative cardiac care, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., today introduced the five-axis InfinixTM CF-i/SP (single plane) diagnostic and interventional imaging system—delivering unprecedented head-to-toe and fingertip-to-fingertip patient access. The system will be demonstrated at the Transcatheter…
October 17, 2005
TOSHIBA HOSTS SEMINAR ON FIRST-EVER INTERNATIONAL CARDIAC CT STUDY
Presentation Addresses Patient and Economic Benefits of 64-Slice CT Cardiac Imaging TUSTIN, Calif.—Oct. 17, 2005 – Further contributing to the body of knowledge supporting the use of multislice CT for coronary computed tomography angiography (CTA) imaging using 64-slice CT technology, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today hosted a physician seminar to discuss CorE 64 (Coronary…
October 10, 2005
TOSHIBA INSTALLS FIRST AQUILION LB CT SYSTEM AT BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER
New CT Scanner Features Industry’s Largest Bore and Widest Field-of-View to Meet Clinical Oncology Needs TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 10, 2005 – Furthering its commitment to improve the lives of patients suffering from cancer, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced that it has successfully installed the first AquilionTM LB at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC)…
October 7, 2005
TOSHIBA SUPPORTS NEW CARDIAC IMAGING FELLOWSHIP AT SHANDS HOSPITAL, UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
New Program Uses World’s Most Advanced 64-slice CT System To Educate Physicians About ACC and ACR Guidelines TUSTIN, Calif., Oct. 7, 2005 – Reinforcing its position as a leader in cardiac CT education, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. today announced support of a new visiting fellowship program at Shands Hospital at the University of Florida (UF)…
September 30, 2005
TOSHIBA AND UC IRVINE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE ANNOUNCE AGREEMENT TO DEVELOP STATE-OF-THE-ART IMAGING RESEARCH CENTER
Center to House World’s Most Advanced 64-slice CT System and Offer Certification Program That Meets ACC Guidelines IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 30, 2005—UC Irvine School of Medicine, through its division of cardiology, today announced a joint agreement to collaborate on development of the UCI/Toshiba CT Education and Research Center. The training center is being built on…
September 20, 2005
TOSHIBA INVITES PHYSICIANS TO FIRST-EVER SEMINAR ON EFFECTIVE ADMINISTRATION OF CARDIOVASCULAR CT BUSINESS
TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 20, 2005 – Demonstrating its leadership and ongoing commitment to advancing the use of computed tomography (CT) technologies, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) announces its first-ever one-day seminar covering business practices for effective administration of cardiac CT in a clinic or office setting. The seminar will feature members of the faculty…
August 22, 2005
NEW TOSHIBA ULTRASOUND SYSTEM OFFERS SUPERIOR QUALITY IMAGING OUT-OF-THE-BOX FOR THE IN-OFFICE ENVIRONMENT
Easy-to-Use Black and White 2-D Imaging made Affordable with Famio TUSTIN, Calif., Aug. 22, 2005 – To meet the ultrasound imaging needs of the physician office environment, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today introduced the FamioTM ultrasound system, the most affordable, high-end, gray-scale 2-D system in its class. Superior image quality is achieved through Famio’s smart…
August 12, 2005
TOSHIBA AND COLUMBUS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL PARTNER TO DEVELOP FIRST CARDIAC BI-PLANE FLAT PANEL SYSTEM
New Infinix CB-i System Gives Clinicians New Capabilities for Superior Pediatric Care TUSTIN, Calif., August 12, 2005 – Following years of research and development, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc., in conjunction with Columbus Children’s Hospital, has unveiled the InfinixTM cardiac bi-plane (CB-i) flat panel diagnostic imaging X-ray system, the first of its kind to be installed worldwide. …
July 28, 2005
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS NAMES SENIOR MANAGER, RADIOLOGY CT
New Position to Support Toshiba’s Rapid Growth TUSTIN, Calif., July 28, 2005 – Further supporting the company’s successful CT business, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced the hiring of Joseph Cooper, senior manager, radiology CT. Cooper is responsible for developing and driving vital marketing messages, including the development of sales tools and internal/external education….
July 13, 2005
BRACCO DIAGNOSTICS INC. PARTNERS WITH TOSHIBA ON CorE64 STUDY
Contrast Agent Isovue®-370 (iopamidol injection 76%) Used in International Investigation Assessing Multislice CT for Diagnostic Cardiac Imaging PRINCETON, NJ, July 13, 2005 – Bracco Diagnostics Inc. announced today it has partnered with Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation in supporting a landmark clinical trial aimed at assessing the viability of using multislice computed tomography (CT) as a primary…
July 7, 2005
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS APPOINTS MARK G. MINDELL AS VICE PRESIDENT, HUMAN RESOURCES
TUSTIN, Calif., July 7, 2005 – Further supporting the company’s continued growth, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced the appointment of Mark G. Mindell as vice president, human resources and the newest member of the company’s senior management team. In this role, Mindell will drive the development and implementation of human resources policy, processes,…
June 28, 2005
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS NAMES SENIOR MANAGER, CARDIOLOGY CT
New Position to Support Toshiba’s Rapid Growth in Cardiology TUSTIN, Calif., June 28, 2005 – Further supporting the company’s successful cardiology business, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced the promotion of Robb Young to a newly created position, senior manager, Market Segment Cardiology CT. The new position was created in response to Toshiba’s steady…
June 24, 2005
TOSHIBA EXPANDS CAPABILITIES OF NON-CONTRAST MR ANGIOGRAPHY TECHNIQUE
Fresh Blood Imaging Platform Provides Greater Detail Without Contrast Injection TUSTIN, Calif., June 24, 2005 – Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced availability of Contrast Improved Angiography (CIA), further supporting the fast, high-resolution imaging needs of today’s clinicians and advancing Toshiba’s pioneering work in MR angiography. CIA offers better visualization of smaller vessels with…
June 21, 2005
TOSHIBA AND SHANDS HEALTHCARE OF FLORIDA ANNOUNCE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
Premiere Healthcare System to Serve as Toshiba’s National Show Site and Regional Physician Education Partner for Cardiology Modalities TUSTIN, Calif., June 21, 2005 – As part of an ongoing strategy to expand its position in the U.S. cardiology market, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced a long-term, strategic partnership with Shands HealthCare of Florida…
June 17, 2005
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS UNVEILS AFFORDABLY PRICED XARIO ULTRASOUND SYSTEM AT AIUM
Cost-Effective, Multi-functional System Increases Diagnostic Confidence, Enhances Efficiency and Improves Workflow ORLANDA, Fla., June 17, 2005 – Delivering maximum value and superior image quality, Toshiba America Medical Systems Inc. (TAMS) today introduced its latest ultrasound system, XarioTM, at the 2005 Annual Convention of the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) in Orlando, Fla. The Xario…
June 16, 2005
TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS INTRODUCES MULTI-FUNCTIONAL CARDIAC ULTRASOUND SYSTEM FOR BUDGET-STRAPPED HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Xario Ultrasound System Enables Increased Diagnostic Confidence, Enhanced Efficiency and Improved Workflow BOSTON, June 16, 2005 – Toshiba America Medical Systems Inc. (TAMS) today unveiled the XarioTM ultrasound system, the company’s latest cardiac ultrasound offering, at the 2005 Annual Scientific Session of the American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) in Boston. The Xario ultrasound system quickly and accurately…
June 15, 2005
SPRINGHILL MEDICAL CENTER INSTALLS WORLD’S MOST ADVANCED CT SYSTEM, OFFERS THE BEST IN CARDIAC CARE
Toshiba’s Aquilion 64 CFX Latest Addition to Suite of Cutting-Edge Cardiac Technologies Mobile, Ala., June 15, 2005–Celebrating more 30 years of cutting-edge medical service, Springhill Medical Center today announced it has joined a select group of U.S. hospitals equipped with industry-leading multislice computed tomography (CT) technology to improve the detection and treatment of heart disease. …
June 14, 2005
MANHATTAN DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY – CARDIOLOGY CENTER REACHES 500th PATIENT MILESTONE
Physicians Deliver Advanced Cardiac Care Using Toshiba’s Aquilion 64-slice CFX CT TUSTIN, Calif., June 14, 2005 – Manhattan Diagnostic Radiology (MDR), a dedicated heart center located in New York City, today announced it has successfully scanned its 500thpatient using the center’s state of the art Aquilion 64-slice CFX from Toshiba America Medical Systems Inc (TAMS). The…
June 9, 2005
TOSHIBA’S VANTAGE PROVIDES OPTIMAL ULTRA-SHORT BORE MRI PERFORMANCE AT HEALTH SCAN IMAGING
Advanced Outpatient Imaging Center Takes Advantage of High-Quality Images and Patient Comfort Features TUSTIN, Calif., June 9, 2005 – Delivering patient-focused imaging technology without sacrificing clinical performance, Toshiba America Medical Systems’ Vantage, the company’s ultra short-bore 1.5-tesla (1.5T) high-field magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system, provides optimal imaging performance and patient comfort features at Health Scan Imaging…
June 8, 2005
NEW CARDIAC CT EXAM CAN ELIMINATE NEED FOR CARDIAC ANGIOGRAM
Aquilion 64 CFX CT Scanner Provides Fast, Easy Heart Exams, Minimizes Patients Exposure to Radiation Tustin, Calif., June 8, 2005 – While patients take a single breath and hold it for just six-10 seconds, a new computed tomography (CT or “CAT”) scanner, the AquilionTM 64 CFX from Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. can capture superior, precise images…
June 7, 2005
TOSHIBA SUPPORTS STANFORD RADIOLOGY’S INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON MULTIDETECTOR-ROW CT
TUSTIN, Calif., June 7, 2005 – Further strengthening its position as the leader in multislice computed tomography (CT), Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced its support of the 7th Annual Stanford Radiology International Symposium on Multidetector-Row CT, held at the Hyatt Regency in San Francisco, June 15-18, 2005. The symposia offers courses on state-of-the-art medical…
May 5, 2005
TOSHIBA INSTALLS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA’S FIRST AQUILION 64 CFX AT THE NEWPORT COAST ADVANCED IMAGING
The World’s Most Advanced 64-Slice Cardiac CT Imaging System Delivers Unmatched Image Quality and Speed for Cardiac Applications TUSTIN, Calif., May 5, 2005 – Setting new standards in image quality, acquisition time and diagnostic capabilities for cardiac computed tomography (CT) imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced the installation of its AquilionTM 64 CFX multislice…
May 3, 2005
TOSHIBA INSTALLS ULTRA MRI SYSTEM AT BOYNTON BEACH OPEN IMAGING CENTER IN FLORIDA
Imaging Center Expands Clinical Capabilities and Delivers Faster, More Comfortable Exams Tustin, Calif., May 3, 2005 – Leading the open magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) market with standard-setting gradient performance, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced the installation of the Ultra open-MRI system at Boynton Beach Open Imaging Center in Florida. With its cryogenless superconducting…
April 4, 2005
TOSHIBA RELEASES EXCLUSIVE UPGRADES TO THE INFINIX-I SERIES VASCULAR X-RAY SYSTEM
Improvements to the Vitrea® 2 Workstation Include 3-D Image Fusion, Advanced Imaging Controls and Image Transfer Capabilities NEW ORLEANS, April 4, 2005 – Continuing to offer new innovations to improve clinical performance, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today released exclusive software upgrades (v3.5.1) for the InfinixTM-i series vascular and cardiac imaging system to improve the…
March 28, 2005
WORLD’S FIRST ECG-GATED CT CHEST STUDY CONDUCTED ON THE TOSHIBA AQUILION 64
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Performs Chest Pain Evaluation to Detect Pulmonary Embolism, Aortic Dissection and Cardiac Events Tustin, March 28, 2005 – Using the most advanced 64-slice computed tomography (CT) technology available, clinical researchers at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) today announced the completion of the world’s first chest pain evaluation using Electrocardiogram-gated (ECG-gated)…
March 21, 2005
TOSHIBA PROCEEDS WITH INTERNATIONAL CARDIAC CT STUDY
Multi-Center Study on 64-Slice CT Cardiac Imaging Ready for Patient Evaluations TOKYO, Japan, March 21, 2005 – Taking the next step towards validating the use of multislice CT for diagnostic cardiac imaging, Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation today announced the beginning of patient evaluations in the industry’s first multi-center clinical study on coronary computed tomography angiography (CTA)…
March 15, 2005
HEALTHCARE INSTITUTIONS WORLDWIDE CHOOSE TOSHIBA INFINIX™-i SERIES FOR VALUE AND CLINICAL PERFORMANCE
Facilities Large and Small Experience Measurable Benefits of Optimized Workflow and Expanded Clinical Capabilities TUSTIN, Calif., March 15, 2005 – Offering superior technology, image quality and reliability at a competitive price, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) and Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation announced today the company will have over 100 worldwide installation sites for the InfinixTM-i…
March 8, 2005
TOSHIBA ANNOUNCES THE VANTAGE CGV FOR CARDIAC MRI STUDIES
Ultra-Short Bore MRI System Offers New Gradient Configuration and Applications Dedicated to Advanced Cardiac Examinations ACC Booth #3551 Hall D TUSTIN, Calif., March 8, 2005 – To meet the demands of the U.S. cardiology market, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) is introducing a new optimized cardiac configuration for the Excelart VantageTM, the company’s 1.5-tesla…
March 7, 2005
TOSHIBA UPGRADES CT TECHNOLOGY AT THE JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, DIVISION OF CARDIOLOGY, WITH AQUILION™ 64 CFX
World’s Most Advanced 64-Slice CT Scanner Improves Cardiac CT Imaging With the Industry’s Best Isotropic Slice Resolution and Faster Scan Time ACC Booth #3551 Hall D TUSTIN, Calif., March 7, 2005 – Improving cardiac computed tomography (CT) imaging with the most advanced 64-slice technology, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced the installation of its…
March 3, 2005
PRESS RELEASE FROM JOHNS HOPKINS: MOST ADVANCED CT SCANNER IMPROVES IMAGING OF HEART, AVOIDS NEED FOR SURGICAL INSPECTION
Newly installed 64-CT scanner makes diagnosis faster and easier to perform Johns Hopkins Medicine has installed the latest computed tomography (CT) imaging software and machinery, also known as a 64-slice computerized axial tomography (CAT) scanner. The newly upgraded device produces precise diagnostic pictures within five to 10 seconds for patients experiencing symptoms associated with heart…
March 3, 2005
TOSHIBA INSTALLS 100th AQUILION 32/64 CT SYSTEM
World’s Most Advanced CT Scanner Leads the CT Industry With the Best Isotropic Slice Resolution ACC Booth #3551 Hall D TOKYO, March 3, 2005 – Achieving a milestone in the advancement of computed tomography (CT) in the practice of diagnostic medicine, Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation announced today the 100th installation of its AquilionTM 32- and 64-slice CT…
March 2, 2005
TOSHIBA APLIO ULTRASOUND DEMONSTRATES NEW TECHNIQUE TO ENHANCE DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF HEART FAILURE
Aplio CV System Features Dyssynchrony Imaging* To Accurately Evaluate Ventricular Mechanical Dyssynchrony ACC Booth #3551 Hall D TUSTIN, Calif., March 2, 2005 – Designed to further enhance the accuracy and efficiency of ultrasound imaging in the diagnosis and treatment of heart failure, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today introduced Dyssynchrony Imaging* (DI) as the…
March 1, 2005
TOSHIBA INSTALLS THE AQUILION 64 CFX AT CARDIOVASCULAR INSTITUTE OF THE SOUTH
64-Slice Detector CT Delivers True Volumetric Imaging For Faster, More Accurate Diagnosis of Cardiovascular Disease ACC Booth #3551 Hall D TUSTIN, Calif., March 1, 2005 – Expanding the clinical application of multislice computed tomography (CT) in cardiology, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced the installation of two AquilionTM 64 CFX multislice CT systems at the…
January 19, 2005
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY AND TOSHIBA PRESENT
Toshiba Sponsors Seminar Designed for Cardiologists MEDIA ADVISORY Who: In collaboration with Toshiba, physicians from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine will host a five-hour course designed to help cardiologists understand and apply the latest advances in CT technology to their practices. Toshiba America Medical Systems – an innovative leader in diagnostic imaging – markets,…
November 22, 2004
TOSHIBA INSTALLS THE NEW KALARE™ DIGITAL X-RAY SYSTEM AT ZALE LIPSHY
New Versatile, Efficient System Expands General R&F Capabilities and Eases Clinical Exams at University Hospital RSNA Booth #7149 (North Building, Hall B) TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 22, 2004 – Offering new diagnostic imaging technology to improve the quality of life for patient and clinicians, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced the completion of its first…
November 19, 2004
TOSHIBA INSTALLS FIRST T.RAD PLUS DIGITAL RADIOGRAPHY X-RAY SYSTEM AT KUAKINI HOSPITAL
New X-Ray System Delivers Flexibility, Increased Patient Throughput and Patient-Focused Care to Hawaiian Hospital TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 19, 2004 – Meeting diverse customer needs with patient-focused imaging technology, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced the completion of its first T.RAD Plus Digital radiography (DR) system installation at the Kuakini Hospital in Honolulu. The hospital…
November 11, 2004
TOSHIBA COMPLETES FIRST U.S. INSTALLATION OF THE AQUILION 64 CT AT BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER
The World’s Only True Volumetric 64-Detector CT Delivers Faster, More Accurate Diagnostic Imaging for Advanced Clinical Applications TUSTIN, Calif., November 11, 2004 – Staying at the forefront of computed tomography (CT) technology, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced the completion of its first AquilionTM 64-detector CT installation in the United States at the Beth Israel…
September 13, 2004
TOSHIBA FLAT-PANEL DETECTOR IMPROVES VISUALIZATION FOR ENHANCED CARDIAC STUDIES AND INTERVENTIONAL PROCEDURES
Reid Hospital Expands Cardiac Services and Provides Quicker Diagnosis and Treatment with Toshiba’s New Cardiac Flat-Panel Detector TUSTIN, Calif., Sept. 13, 2004 – Improving the practice of cardiology with next-generation diagnostic imaging technology, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) announces its successful first U.S. installation and clinical operation of the new cardiac flat-panel detector (FPD)…
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