President's Message

I would like to wish you all a Happy New Year.

Last year, there were major changes in the healthcare environment, including comprehensive revisions to fees for medical care, nursing care, and welfare for the disabled, work style reform for physicians due to the implementation of the revised Medical Care Act, and the promotion of healthcare digital transformation. This year too, we will be required to respond to a variety of events. As the baby boomer generation joins the elderly aged 75 or over, priorities in medical demand will continue to change. In addition, there is no time to waste in addressing the issues facing the forefront of care, such as rising costs, a shortage and regional gaps of manpower resources, and the growing threat of cybersecurity risks.

At the same time, 2025 will mark the 130th anniversary of Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen’s discovery of X-rays and the 50th anniversary of the introduction of X-ray CT scanners in Japan.

This year, with the resolution embodied in our corporate philosophy Made for Life, Canon Medical Systems Corporation will continue to grow, aiming to contribute to those who face challenges in the field of medical care by providing better solutions while staying close to the medical front lines through a sales network of 15 major overseas local subsidiaries and 90 sales representatives in over 190 countries and regions around the world. Your continued support and guidance are deeply appreciated.