[February 12, 2013]

PinnacleHealth Expands MR Imaging Capabilities With Toshiba's Titan 3T

To offer its patients the most advanced MR imaging, PinnacleHealth installed the Vantage Titan™ 3T from Toshiba (News - Alert) 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 neuro imaging, pre- and post-planning for CyberKnife procedures and will soon transfer its breast imaging to the system.

"Toshiba's Titan 3T produces outstanding image quality and clear body imaging for accurate diagnoses," said Ann Bair, MRI supervisor, PinnacleHealth. "The system's M-Power interface is intuitive and enables our team to select the appropriate application for improved workflow."

Designed with patients in mind, the Titan 3T reduces claustrophobia and exam anxiety with a large 71 cm bore, Pianissimo™ noise-reduction technology and soothing lighting.

"As a long-term Toshiba MR partner, PinnacleHealth now provides its patients with an MR solution for virtually any need," said Stuart Clarkson, director, MR Business Unit, Toshiba. "Titan 3T's patient-friendly focus results in more comfortable patients, better image quality and faster exams."

PinnacleHealth's Titan 3T complements its suite of Toshiba MR systems, including two Titan 1.5Ts, two Vantage Atlas™ and a Vantage™ MR system.

About PinnacleHealth System

PinnacleHealth is a pioneer not-for-profit healthcare system dedicated to providing and improving the health and quality of life for th people of Central Pennsylvania since 1873. A proven leader in medical innovation, PinnacleHealth offers a wide range of services from primary care to the most complex surgeries and Magnet recognition for nursing excellence. The healthcare network includes four campuses (Community, Cumberland, Harrisburg and Polyclinic) and medical services, including family practice, imaging, outpatient surgery and oncology, at multiple locations throughout the region. For a complete list of services, click here.

About Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.

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

About Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation

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

About Toshiba

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

Toshiba was founded in 1875, and today operates a global network of more than 550 consolidated companies, with 202,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing 6.1 trillion yen (US$74 billion). Visit Toshiba's website at www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm.

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