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United Imaging Showcases Pioneering Advances and Reinforces U.S. Growth at RSNA 2023

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

HOUSTON, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United Imaging, a global leader in manufacturing advanced medical imaging and radiotherapy equipment, is set to showcase its comprehensive portfolio of innovative technologies at RSNA 2023.

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  • HOUSTON, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United Imaging, a global leader in manufacturing advanced medical imaging and radiotherapy equipment, is set to showcase its comprehensive portfolio of innovative technologies at RSNA 2023.
  • Highlighting this growth at RSNA 2023, United Imaging will feature the uMR Jupiter 5T (510k pending; not available commercially in the U.S.), a revolutionary whole-body 5T MRI system.
  • In recognition of exceptional scientific contributions, United Imaging takes pride in celebrating Lingzhi (Lance) Hu, Ph.D, a Vice President at United Imaging Healthcare America, who will be honored as a 2023 Distinguished Investigator at RSNA.
  • RSNA attendees are invited to experience the future of medical imaging at Booth #4100, where United Imaging continues to bridge innovation and patient care through state-of-the-art technologies.

United Imaging, Kicking off a Birthday Celebration of Five Years in the U.S. Market, Will Debut Three New Scanners at AHRA

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023

HOUSTON, Texas, July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United Imaging, a global leader in manufacturing advanced medical imaging and radiotherapy equipment, continued its acceleration in investment and innovation for the U.S. market by announcing plans to officially show three new commercially available products (in MRI, DR, and CT), in Indianapolis at the AHRA Annual Meeting.

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  • United Imaging today manufactures scanners in four imaging modalities for the United States.
  • We've just not experienced that because of the way we are so vertically integrated throughout Houston and our other factories."
  • And third, we invest heavily in reducing the noise and increasing homogeneity in the system versus simply increasing signal.
  • That allows higher imaging quality in reduced time slots, to increase exams without expanding staffing or hours of operation."

United Imaging to Unveil Ultra-Modern MRI Technology Platform at ISMRM in Toronto

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Friday, June 2, 2023

HOUSTON, June 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United Imaging, a global leader in manufacturing advanced medical imaging and radiotherapy equipment, is a Silver sponsor at this year's ISMRM meeting, where it will show its full range of advanced preclinical and clinical MRI technology for the first time.

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON, June 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United Imaging, a global leader in manufacturing advanced medical imaging and radiotherapy equipment, is a Silver sponsor at this year's ISMRM meeting, where it will show its full range of advanced preclinical and clinical MRI technology for the first time.
  • United Imaging will also host a Symposium at ISMRM, on Sunday, June 4th at 12 noon moderated by Dr. Abram Voorhees, about the role of 5T in expanding access to ultra-high-field MRI ("Introducing uMR Jupiter 5T: An Entirely New Species").
  • United Imaging introduced the 5T Jupiter, a whole-body 5 Tesla magnet designed to open access to ultra-high-field MRI, at ECR in Vienna earlier this year; it is not commercially available for clinical use in the U.S.
  • Jeffrey M. Bundy, Ph.D., CEO of United Imaging Healthcare Solutions, echoed the importance of the company's mission.

Hagens Berman: Hyundai, Kia Theft Class-Action Lawsuit Reaches Settlement Valued at More Than $200 Million

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Thursday, May 18, 2023

According to the lawsuit, in addition to the lack of an immobilizer, design flaws in the affected vehicles also allow thieves to steal them in less than 90 seconds.

Key Points: 
  • According to the lawsuit, in addition to the lack of an immobilizer, design flaws in the affected vehicles also allow thieves to steal them in less than 90 seconds.
  • If you purchased or leased a 2011-2022 Hyundai or Kia with a traditional “insert-and-turn” steel key ignition system, click here to find out more about the lawsuit.
  • Attorneys say the settlement has been designed to address a multitude of situations faced by owners of affected vehicles, which total 9 million – 4.5 million Hyundais and 4.5 million Kias.
  • Kia vehicles eligible for the software upgrade include: 2011-2022 Kia Sportage, 2011-2022 Kia Sorento, 2021-2022 Kia K5, 2011-2021 Kia Sedona, 2014-2021 Kia Forte, 2012-2021 Kia Rio, 2021-2022 Kia Seltos, 2011-2020 Kia Optima and 2020-2022 Kia Soul.

United Imaging Drives Forward Several Major Innovations in Multiple Imaging Modalities

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Monday, November 21, 2022

HOUSTON, Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United Imaging, a global leader in producing advanced medical imaging and radiotherapy equipment, announced a series of commercially available and 510k pending technologies.

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  • HOUSTON, Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United Imaging, a global leader in producing advanced medical imaging and radiotherapy equipment, announced a series of commercially available and 510k pending technologies.
  • In its 11th year, United Imaging has continued to grow and invest at an impressive scale since its RSNA debut in 2018.
  • United Imaging's latest examples of technology investment include:
    uMR OMEGA New Innovations Now Commercially Available in the U.S.
  • Additionally, United Imaging introduces uAI DeepRecon, a new deep-learning-based MR reconstruction that enables users to reduce scan time and/or increase image resolution.

Memorial MRI & Diagnostic Installs United Imaging's Pioneering 75 cm, Ultra-Wide-Bore uMR OMEGA™

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Friday, June 17, 2022

According to Todd Greene, COO of Memorial MRI and Diagnostic, the uMR OMEGA purchased from United Imaging is the first 3T MRI in an outpatient imaging center in Katy and Memorial's first 3T MRI in the Houston area.

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  • According to Todd Greene, COO of Memorial MRI and Diagnostic, the uMR OMEGA purchased from United Imaging is the first 3T MRI in an outpatient imaging center in Katy and Memorial's first 3T MRI in the Houston area.
  • But, equipment is just equipment if it's not working well, if it's not upgraded in a timely way.
  • The 75-cm ultra-wide bore uMR OMEGA was selected to reduce barriers for patients that historically have difficulty getting an MRI, including large athletes, bariatrics, and patients with claustrophobia and anxiety.
  • In practice, the uMR OMEGA increases Memorial's ability to successfully scan more patients in their community.

United Imaging Shows Up Big, Differently

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022

HOUSTON, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United Imaging, a global leader in manufacturing advanced medical imaging and radiotherapy equipment, drove one of its flagship products over the Canadian border last week and parked it inside the exhibit hall at the SNMMI Annual Meeting in Vancouver.

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- United Imaging, a global leader in manufacturing advanced medical imaging and radiotherapy equipment, drove one of its flagship products over the Canadian border last week and parked it inside the exhibit hall at the SNMMI Annual Meeting in Vancouver.
  • Beyond their groundbreaking technology, United Imaging also sponsored a Satellite Symposium entitled Translational Cancer Imaging Research in the Era of Precision Medicine.
  • Jeffrey Bundy, Ph.D, CEO of United Imaging Healthcare Solutions, summed up United Imaging's presence at SNMMI.
  • At United Imaging, we develop and produce advanced medical products, digital healthcare solutions, and intelligent solutions that cover the entire process of imaging diagnosis and treatment.

Global Atrial Fibrillation Market Research Report 2022: Treatment Types and End-User Facilities - Forecast to 2027 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, June 8, 2022

Boston Scientific Closes Acquisition of Baylis Medical Company Inc.

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  • Boston Scientific Closes Acquisition of Baylis Medical Company Inc.
    Abbott Expands Peripheral Vascular Offerings with Acquisition of Walk Vascular, LLC
    Late-Breaking Data Shows Abbott's AmplatzerT AmuletT Occluder Offers Superior Left Atrial Appendage Closure Compared to Watchman?
  • Device for People With Atrial Fibrillation at Risk of Stroke
    AcQMap 8, Acutus Medical's Innovative Suite of Software Upgrades, Receives FDA Clearance and CE Mark
    Abbott Introduces Jot DxT Insertable Cardiac Monitor, Designed To Reduce Data Burden And Improve Accurate Diagnosis Of Difficult-To-Detect Abnormal Heart Rhythms
    Japan Lifeline Finalizes Supply Agreement for Pulsed Electric Field Ablation Catheter for U.S. Market
    Acutus Medical Announces FDA Clearance of AcQCrossT, a Full Suite of Universal Transseptal Crossing Devices
    Acutus Medical Announces CE Mark and European Launch of AcQCrossT Transseptal System, a Fully Integrated Family of Transseptal Crossing Products
    First Clinical Implantation of MicroPort Left.
  • The New England Journal of Medicine: Medtronic Cryoablation is a Superior Treatment Option for Symptomatic Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation Compared to Drug Therapy
    GE Healthcare and Preventice Solutions Collaborate to Connect the Heart, the Hospital and the Home Seamlessly

United Imaging Blazes a Trail, Helping Customers "Future Proof"

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Monday, November 29, 2021

What impact do extra processes, wasteful steps, and a lack of standardization have on consistency in practice, and how can variability be reduced?

Key Points: 
  • What impact do extra processes, wasteful steps, and a lack of standardization have on consistency in practice, and how can variability be reduced?
  • United Imaging is offering this symposium as part of a broader theme on "future-proofing," and how they help imaging providers grow, innovate, and get better investment protection for their equipment purchases.
  • At United Imaging, we develop and produce advanced medical products, digital healthcare solutions, and intelligent solutions that cover the entire process of imaging diagnosis and treatment.
  • With a cutting-edge digital portfolio and a mission of broader access to healthcare for all, we help drive industry progress and bold change.