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For U.S. Adults, Medical Imaging Awareness Brings Clarity to Critical Healthcare Decision-Making

November 28, 2011

Malvern, Pa., November 28, 2011 – Amid increased scrutiny over medical imaging scans and the use of radiation, a new survey reveals that awareness and familiarity with medical imaging tests lead to clearer decisions for U.S. adults about their healthcare. The survey, released by the Siemens Radiation Reduction Alliance (SIERRA) – an expert panel established to advance the cause of dose reduction in medical imaging – evaluated the decision-making process of participants in response to situations where a medical scan is recommended by a physician. More

Siemens Offers Imaging Innovation and Affordable High-end Performance at RSNA 2011

November 27, 2011

Chicago, November 27, 2011 – At the 97th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), from November 27 to December 2 in Chicago, Siemens Healthcare (Booth #822, East Building/Lakeside Center at McCormick Place, Hall D) again leads the way in medical imaging innovation by offering industry-redefining advancements in computed tomography, molecular imaging, ultrasound technology and more – while demonstrating an increasing cost consciousness that expands the availability of its cutting-edge systems to a wider range of customers than ever before. More

Siemens Healthcare Enters into Definitive Agreement to Acquire Leading HIE Developer MobileMD Inc.

November 4, 2011

Yardley, Pa., and Malvern, Pa., November 4, 2011 — Today, Siemens Healthcare announced that the company has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire all issued and outstanding equity of MobileMD, Inc., of Yardley, Pa., a provider of health information exchange (HIE) solutions. Since the transaction is not subject to any regulatory clearances, it is expected that the closing will occur as promptly as practicable. MobileMD’s cloud-deployed HIE service liberates patient information across a community of providers, regardless of geographic, organizational, or health IT system boundaries. The HIE solution is in use by more than 110 hospitals and more than 2,000 physician practices. By allowing physician practices to maintain their preferred ambulatory health IT solution, hospitals connect even more doctors with valuable patient data, such as laboratory results, imaging results and discharge notes. When hospitals and physician practices connect through MobileMD they can engage in a robust clinical dialog that can better coordinate care by including results delivery, online ordering, referrals, scheduling, and more. The solution reduces providers’ reliance on paper, phone and faxed information, and can lead to fewer duplicative or unavailable patient records, improved utilization, and a better patient experience. Along with MobileMD’s focus on driving connectivity within an entire community, these efforts collectively provide the ability to deliver more coordinated patient care across settings, with a level of data availability and clinical continuity that supports organizational initiatives such as accountable care. More

Gregory Sorensen to Head Siemens Healthcare U.S. and Canada Organizations

May 12, 2011

Malvern, Pa., May 12, 2011 — Siemens Healthcare has appointed Gregory Sorensen, MD, as chief executive officer (CEO) of Siemens Healthcare in the U.S.A., effective June 1. Sorensen succeeds Randy Hill, who has served as interim CEO. Dr. Sorensen will also oversee the Canadian activities of Siemens Healthcare. More

Siemens Demonstrates Strategy for Sustainable Cardiovascular Care

April 4, 2011

New Orleans, April 4, 2011 — At the 60th Annual Scientific Session and Expo of the American College of Cardiology, from April 2-5, 2011, in New Orleans, Siemens will demonstrate its solutions for sustainable cardiovascular care in booth 1629. Healthcare providers in the United States are bracing for changes that will increase their accountability through incentives tied to improvements in quality and the overall value of care. With a comprehensive portfolio of solutions from in vitro diagnostics to imaging modalities to information technology (IT), Siemens is uniquely positioned to help providers deliver consistent, high-quality and cost-effective care. More

Oconee Medical Center is Winner of Siemens “Who Inspires You?” Video Contest

March 15, 2011

Las Vegas, March 15, 2011 – Oconee Medical Center in Seneca, S.C., is the winner of Siemens “Who Inspires You?” video contest and the recipient of a new MAMMOMAT® Inspiration, Siemens next generation full-field digital mammography system. More

Siemens and CHCA Sign GPO Agreement for Pediatric Imaging Equipment

March 7, 2011

Malvern, Pa., March 7, 2011 – Siemens Healthcare and the Child Health Corporation of America (CHCA) have entered into a Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) agreement, in which CHCA owners will have greater access to Siemens pediatric-specific medical imaging technologies for their hospitals and pediatric healthcare delivery systems. Owned by 43 leading children’s hospitals, CHCA represents more than 20,000 physicians and $2 billion in overall product purchases and helps children’s hospitals accelerate the safe, efficient and effective delivery of clinical care. More

Siemens Healthcare and Novation Ink Contract Extension for CT and Mobile C-Arm Systems

February 3, 2011

Malvern, Pa., February 3, 2011 – Today, Siemens Healthcare announced that it has extended its group purchasing organization (GPO) agreements for the sales of computed tomography (CT) and mobile C-arm X-ray systems with Novation LLC (Irving, Texas). The new agreements are effective March 1, 2011, and have an initial term of three years. As a result of this contract extension, the members of VHA, Inc., University HealthSystem Consortium (UHC) and Provista, will retain access to Siemens’ innovative CT and mobile C-arm technology. More

Siemens Executives Elected to Medical Imaging Technology Alliance Leadership Roles

January 21, 2011

Malvern, Pa., Jan. 21, 2011 – Today, Siemens Healthcare announced that two executives, Randy Hill and Henri “Rik” Primo, were tapped to assume leadership roles in the Medical Imaging Technology Alliance (MITA). Hill was appointed Chair of the MITA Board. Primo has been re-elected for a sixth term as chairperson of the Medical Imaging Informatics (MII) section. MITA is dedicated to the advancement of medical science, the improvement of patient care, and the contributions that high quality, innovative medical imaging and radiation therapy technologies make toward achieving those goals. More

Siemens Healthcare Employees Make a Difference in Their Communities

January 19, 2011

Malvern, Pa., Jan. 19, 2011 – Siemens Healthcare employees set a new record with this year’s Siemens Caring Hands Giving Campaign benefitting charitable organizations throughout the United States. Over $960,000 was raised through volunteer events, employee donations, and the company match. Pledges made through the campaign will support the community throughout the 2011 calendar year and are testament to Siemens’ philosophy of giving back and supporting those in need. More