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 recently completed extensive training with Pacific Vascular staff and customized multiple protocols and measurements for their vascular imaging needs.

“We were in the process of going completely digital and wanted to upgrade our ultrasound systems with a single platform,” said Bonnie Brown, technical director, Pacific Vascular. “After reviewing several other ultrasound systems on the market, we knew the Aplio 300 was the right choice, because it’s easy to use and produces excellent vascular image quality. Toshiba’s partnership approach also gave us the service, support and training we needed to be up and running right away.”

The Aplio 300 offers exceptional industry-leading depth and detail in a smaller, versatile platform for all routine cardiovascular ultrasound exams. It comes standard with advanced workflow tools and ergonomics, including the iStyleTM+ Productivity Suite, enabling efficient and precise exams.

“Hospitals and imaging centers are looking for more than just advanced imaging technology as they navigate through health reform,” said Tomohiro Hasegawa, director, Ultrasound Business Unit, Toshiba. “They need a long-term partner offering customized training, education and service to give them a worry-free experience so they can focus on what matters most, which is caring for their patients.”

Toshiba will showcase the Aplio 300 ultrasound system at this year’s American College of Cardiology (ACC) annual meeting in Washington, D.C., March 29–April 2, 2014 (Booth #2323).

About Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.

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

About Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation

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

About Toshiba

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

Toshiba was founded in 1875, and today operates a global network of more than 590 consolidated companies, with 206,000 employees worldwide and annual sales surpassing 5.8 trillion yen (US$61 billion). Visit Toshiba’s website at www.toshiba.co.jp/index.htm.

SOURCE: Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation