Press Releases: Molecular Imaging

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Siemens Strengthens Position in Biomarker Production and Research

June 16, 2008

NEW ORLEANS, La., June 16, 2008 – To help ensure that more healthcare facilities throughout the United States have access to the positron emission tomography•computed tomography (PET•CT) technology that helps clinicians diagnose and treat disease earlier and more effectively, Siemens Healthcare (www.siemens.com/healthcare) has opened two new radiopharmacies in Las Vegas and Pittsburgh. More

Siemens Asks: What's Your SPECT's IQ?

June 15, 2008

NEW ORLEANS, La., June 15, 2008 – Taking innovation and efficiency to the next level, Siemens Healthcare (www.siemens.com/healthcare) announces the next big thing in SPECT imaging: “intelligence.” At the 2008 Society of Nuclear Medicine Annual Meeting, June 14-18, in New Orleans, IQ•SPECT (Works in Progress) takes center stage as Siemens newest Symbia® feature that enables a comprehensive cardiac evaluation including perfusion, attenuation correction and calcium scoring in just five minutes**. More

A Clearer View of High Definition: Siemens Turns the Spotlight on Pioneers of HD•PET with In-Booth Exhibit at SNM 2008

June 15, 2008

NEW ORLEANS, La., June 15, 2008 – Siemens Healthcare (www.siemens.com/healthcare) honors the early adapters of its innovative high-definition positron emission tomography (HD•PET) technology at the 2008 Society of Nuclear Medicine (SNM) Scientific Sessions in New Orleans, June 14-18. The Siemens booth (#731) will feature experiences from early adopters as testament to the power of this new technology, and highlighting how HD•PET is enabling improved patient care all over the world. More

Siemens Showcases Innovative Leadership in Molecular Imaging at SNM 2008

June 12, 2008

NEW ORLEANS, La., June 12, 2008 – Siemens Healthcare (www.siemens.com/healthcare) highlights innovative solutions in molecular imaging at the 2008 Society of Nuclear Medicine (SNM) Scientific Sessions in New Orleans, June 14-18. The Siemens booth (#731) will feature its newest technology, HD•PET, as well as new features in SPECT imaging and imaging biomarker developments. More

Siemens MI-PET Service Improves Reliability, Response Time and Repair Quality

April 25, 2008

A series of strategic service initiatives for Siemens Healthcare’s MI-PET technology has resulted in greater reliability and performance, with the greatest impact being shown for PET-CT systems in mobile-coach environments. A dedicated task force was formed to address opportunities to improve customer satisfaction, particularly in the mobile environment. As a result, Siemens has implemented a series of hardware and software improvements that have positively impacted system readiness, serviceability, and durability, which could lead to improved customer uptime, workflow, and ability to provide patient care. More

Bringing a New Rhythm to Cardiology Workflow: Siemens Demonstrates Answers to Cardiology's Toughest Questions

March 27, 2008

CHICAGO, Ill., March 27, 2008 – Siemens Healthcare (www.usa.siemens.com/healthcare) will demonstrate how its laboratory diagnostics, imaging and information technology (IT) solutions are helping to “Bring a New Rhythm to Cardiology Workflow,” at the 57th Annual Scientific Session of the American College of Cardiology (ACC) from March 30 through April 1 at booth #3006. More

Siemens to Launch PETNET Services in India

March 26, 2008

HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., March 26, 2008 – Siemens Healthcare (www.siemens.com/healthcare) today announced its first molecular imaging biomarker production facility in Chennai, India. The new facility will enable the healthcare providers in and around Chennai to access the positron emission tomography•computed tomography (PET•CT) technology to diagnose patients with life-threatening diseases, such as cancer and cardiac and neurological ailments. With this facility, Siemens makes another investment in strengthening critical healthcare infrastructure in the country to elevate the level of available healthcare services. More

Siemens Installs First High-Definition PET•CT

March 24, 2008

HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., March 24, 2008 – Siemens Healthcare (www.siemens.com/healthcare) announces the official release and world’s first clinical installation of HD•PET technology at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. The facility will leverage the new Biograph 40 TruePoint™ PET•CT system’s High-Definition PET technology to offer consistently sharper and clearly defined images across the entire field of view. More

Siemens and National Jewish Medical and Research Center Form Strategic Alliance to Advance Shared Vision of Persionalized Medicine

February 13, 2008

MALVERN, Pa., and Denver, Colo., February 13, 2008 – With a shared vision of a more personalized medicine, Siemens Healthcare and National Jewish Medical and Research Center have formed a strategic alliance to improve and develop novel imaging and diagnostic technologies using genomics, proteomics, and integrated research and clinical care. More

The Dark Report and Siemens Introduce the World's First Integrated Molecular Summit

January 28, 2008

PHILADELPHIA, Pa., JAN. 28, 2008  Recent advances in genetic knowledge are transforming molecular imaging, molecular diagnostics and informatics to create stunningly precise diagnostic tools capable of assessing and treating a growing number of critical diseases. These new diagnostic tools provide physicians with an understanding of individual patient or disease differences at the molecular or genetic level, enabling them to leverage predictive diagnosis and tailor effective treatment to the individual. More

Siemens' Advanced Mobile Imaging Systems Improve Management of Radiation Therapy for Northern Florida Patients with Cancer

January 2, 2008

HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., Jan. 2, 2008 –Siemens Healthcare, Molecular Imaging Division, (www.usa.siemens.com/medical) has delivered the first two newly redesigned mobile Biograph™ 6 TruePoint™ positron emission tomography and computed tomography (PET•CT) systems to the Florida Radiation Oncology Group (FROG) a division of Integrated Community Oncology Network (ICON), in Jacksonville. A vital provider of cancer care in Northern Florida, FROG physicians see patients at 14 facilities. The new, mobile PET•CT systems will simplify treatment follow-up for many patients who before could have traveled up to 60 miles for necessary follow-up imaging. More