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September 15, 2023

Unlocking Synergies: Hospital Management Meets Elite Sports Teams in Virtual Round Table

Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, 12 September 2023 — Canon Medical is proud to announce an insightful round table discussion on effective leadership and team management. Titled "Management in Motion: Exploring Synergies Between Hospital Management and Elite Level Sports Teams," this dynamic event is scheduled for October 3rd 8:00 pm CEST, offering invaluable insights for C-suite executives, decision-makers, and healthcare professionals.

August 4, 2023

Canon Medical announces release of Alphenix / Evolve Edition*¹, infusing real-time AI technology for Interventional Cardiology Suites

Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, 4 August 2023 – Canon Medical announced that its new Angiography system, Alphenix / Evolve Edition is now available for commercial sale in Japan, Asian, African and European markets.

July 10, 2023

Canon Medical introduces the next generation of state-of-the-art compact ultrasound systems

Canon's new all-round ultrasound systems Aplio flex and Aplio go are designed to help users meet the challenges of modern healthcare with clinically proven, intelligent solutions in a compact, intuitive design.

July 5, 2023

Canon Medical announces release of highly versatile Digital X-ray RF System "Zexira i9" with high image quality and low dose, designed to enhance clinical efficiency and patient care

Canon Medical Systems has launched the Zexira i9 digital X-ray RF system, a multi-purpose fluoroscopic table equipped with many new functions along with a compact design.

July 3, 2023

Conclusion of Share Acquisition for Minaris Medical

Canon Medical Systems Corporation would like to announce that, as of today, after completion of the necessary approval procedures, it has completed share transfer procedures with Resonac Corporation.

May 30, 2023

Canon Medical Systems Corporation Receives the Prize of the Chairman of the Japan Institute of Invention and Innovation (JIII) at the 2023 National Commendation for Invention

Canon Medical Systems Corporation received the Prize of the Chairman of the Japan Institute of Invention and Innovation and the Invention Achievement Award at the 2023 Ceremony of National Commendation for Invention, hosted by the Japan Institute of Invention and Innovation.

April 12, 2023

Start of Clinical Research of the First Japanese Produced Next-Generation Photon-Counting Computed Tomography

Canon Inc., Canon Medical Systems Corporation, and the National Cancer Center Japan have begun clinical research employing a next-generation X-ray CT system with photon counting computed tomography.

March 31, 2023

Conclusion of Share Transfer Agreement for Minaris Medical

Canon Medical Systems Corporation would like to announce that, as of today, it has entered into a share transfer agreement with Resonac Corporation. Under this agreement, Canon Medical will purchase shares from Resonac for the purpose of acquiring Resonac subsidiaries Minaris Medical Co., Ltd. and Minaris Medical America, Inc., hereinafter referred to collectively as "Minaris Medical". Through this acquisition, Canon Medical aims to further strengthen and expand its in-vitro diagnostics business.

February 14, 2023

Canon aids relief effort following earthquakes in the Republic of Turkey and the Syrian Arab Republic

TOKYO, February 14, 2023—On February 6, 2023, a large-scale earthquake caused extensive damage and loss of life in the Republic of Turkey and the Syrian Arab Republic. We at Canon would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to all those affected by this disaster and our thoughts go out to those suffering in its aftermath.

November 28, 2022

Canon Medical Unveils Paradigm Shift in Productivity of MR Portfolio

Canon Medical today unveiled a major revamp to their MR Vantage portfolio at RSNA 2022 - with advanced productivity and AI solutions for automation and image enhancement. The new systems feature a refined new look along with innovative workflow solutions, image enhancement and accelerated scan technology, which together, can contribute to reducing the total time required for MRI procedures.

November 28, 2022

Canon announces new mobile X-ray system and high-end series of wireless digital radiography devices that contribute to advanced X-ray control and image generation

November 27, 2022 Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, November 27th 2022 -- Canon Medical Systems Corporation has today announced the release of two new Canon branded X-Ray products1 into the US market – the Mobirex i9 mobile system, and the brand-new CXDI-Elite series of detectors to be shown at RSNA 2022.

November 28, 2022

Canon strengthens medical business with establishment of Canon Healthcare USA, INC.

TOKYO, November 24, 2022—Canon Inc. announced today that the company has decided to establish a new subsidiary, to be named Canon Healthcare USA, INC. By strengthening its presence in the highly influential American medical market, Canon aims to accelerate the growth of its medical business.

November 7, 2022

First Domestically Produced X-ray CT System with Photon-counting Detector Installed at National Cancer Center Japan Exploratory Oncology Research ＆ Clinical Trial Center

TOKYO, November 7, 2022—Last year, Canon Inc. acquired Redlen Technologies Inc., one of the world's leading companies in creating new technologies related to the development and manufacture of semiconductor detector modules. Canon Medical Systems Corporation, a group company of Canon Inc., has developed the first domestically produced photon-counting CT system incorporating Redlen's advanced technologies. This system has been installed at the National Cancer Center Exploratory Oncology Research ＆ Clinical Trial Center in Japan, where it is currently used to conduct research exploring the clinical applications of PCCT.

August 4, 2022

Canon Medical Reinvents Workflow Routine with Latest CT Scanner

Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, 4 August 2022 – Canon Medical announced today that its new 80/160-slice CT scanner Aquilion Serve is now available worldwide.

May 31, 2022

Canon Medical Systems Corporation Receives Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry Invention Award at 2022 National Commendation for Invention

Canon Medical Systems Corporation received a Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry Award and Invention Achievement Award at the 2022 National Commendation for Invention hosted by Japan Institute of Invention and Innovation. The awards were given in recognition of the Signal Processing Method using Ultrasound Imaging Apparatus for Visualizing Low-speed Micro-vascular Flow. As Canon Medical received an Imperial Invention Prize last year, this is the first time the company received higher than special-level awards for two consecutive years.

March 1, 2022

Canon Medical Systems acquires Danish medical equipment manufacturer Nordisk Røntgen Teknik A/S to strengthen its global X-ray business

Canon Medical Systems Corporation today announces that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Nordisk Røntgen Teknik A/S, a Danish company, headquartered in Aarhus, with advanced technology for the development and manufacture of diagnostic X-ray systems, with the acquisition being completed following the necessary approval procedures.

December 3, 2021

Canon Medical and Spectronic Medical to offer integrated AI solution for accurate radiotherapy planning in MRI

ーAn integrated solution from Canon Medical MRI systems and Spectronic medical’s MRI Planner to enhance accuracy in radiotherapy planning　　　ーMarks another step forward for Canon Medical’s comprehensive solutions for MRI, including enhanced oncology services

November 30, 2021

Canon Medical and Resoundant, Inc. Partnership to Provide Magnetic Resonance Elastography on Canon MRI Scanners

Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, November 30, 2021 – Canon Medical Systems Corporation and Resoundant, Inc. (Rochester, MN, USA) have signed a licensing agreement for the purpose of incorporating the advanced Magnetic Resonance Elastography (MRE), developed by Resoundant on the Canon MRI platforms. Canon Medical and Resoundant have been working closely together to implement a seamless integration of the latest MRE technology on Canon’s newest line of MRI scanners.

November 29, 2021

Canon Medical Launches New, Advanced Productivity 1.5T MRI System to Accelerate Workflows

Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, 29 November 2021 - Canon Medical today unveiled the Vantage Fortian - a new, advanced productivity, open bore 1.5T MRI system – at RSNA 2021. The new system features innovative workflow solutions, image enhancement and accelerated scan technology, which together, can contribute to reducing the time required for MRI procedures.

November 26, 2021

Canon Medical signals its support for a multicenter ultrasound liver evaluation and assessment study.

Otawara, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, 26 November 2021 - Canon Medical announced today its support for the iLEAD (innovative Liver, Elasticity, Attenuation and Dispersion) study, an international multicenter study aiming to evaluate quantitative ultrasound imaging tools against liver biopsy (the current clinical gold standard), available on the Aplio Liver Package for the assessment of Steatosis, Fibrosis, and Inflammation in the clinical environment.

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