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Siemens Healthcare launches the most affordable all-new 1.5T MRI in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City

Siemens Healthcare introduces the ultra-short, light-weight 1.5T MAGNETOM ESSENZA MRI system for nearly 100 radiologists and physicians in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City on April 14th and 16th, 2008. The system was developed from the ground up to be an affordable, reliable powerhouse that supports both doctor’s clinical and financial success.

Dr. Joseph Busch, Medical Director of Diagnostic Radiology Consultants, Chattanoonga, Tennessee, USA was invited to share his initial experiences on MAGNETOM ESSENZA as well as the optimized clinical workflow within his clinic.

Participants at MAGNETOM ESSENZA launching in Hanoi
“I am very happy with ESSENZA as it delivers outstanding imaging quality with a complete range of clinical applications, all powered by Tim (Total Imaging Matrix). In addition, it is easy to site, easy to learn, easy to operate and easy on my budget.” Said Dr. Joseph Busch. “Siemens overall goal is to provide the highest possible quality healthcare products & solutions. It also therefore the reason why Siemens continues to strive in the development of the most effective workflow solutions in our products so that hospital staff can perform their roles not only effectively from a clinical standpoint but also efficiently and at minimal cost. We believe that MAGNETOM ESSENZA MRI is the answer for our customers” said Mr. Oliver Willmer, Director of Siemens Healthcare, Vietnam.

                                  Participants at MAGNETOM ESSENZA launching in Ho Chi Minh City
Siemens Healthcare is one of the world’s largest suppliers to the healthcare industry. The company is a renowned medical solutions provider with core competence and innovative strength in diagnostic and therapeutic technologies as well as in knowledge engineering, including information technology and system integration. With its laboratory diagnostics acquisitions, Siemens Healthcare is the first fully integrated diagnostics company, bringing together imaging and lab diagnostics, therapy, and healthcare information technology solutions, supplemented by consulting and support services. Siemens Healthcare delivers solutions across the entire continuum of care – from prevention and early detection, to diagnosis, therapy and care. The company employs more than 49,000 people worldwide and operates in 130 countries. In the fiscal year 2007 (Sept. 30), Siemens Healthcare reported sales of €9.85 billion, orders of €10.27 billion, and group profit of €1.32 billion. Further information can be found by visiting http://www.siemens.com/healthcare


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