Jun 11 2012
To meet the increased need for advanced ultrasound equipment, Toshiba
America Medical Systems, Inc. has partnered with United Medical
Instruments (UMI), a worldwide provider of new and pre-owned ultrasound
systems, parts and transducers, to sell Toshiba's ultrasound systems to
the private physician office and clinic market in the U.S.
"The private office space has a growing need for advanced ultrasound
solutions, especially for musculoskeletal applications," said Tomohiro
Hasegawa, director, Ultrasound Business Unit, Toshiba. "Toshiba's
ultrasound systems offer cutting-edge visualization features with
breakthrough technology, and we are looking forward to making a
tremendous impact in the office market."
Under this agreement, UMI will act as distributor of Toshiba's
ultrasound product line to the office market. With more than 20 sales
and applications specialists throughout the U.S., UMI will provide
private physicians greater access to Toshiba ultrasound systems and
solutions.
"We are excited to represent the Toshiba line of ultrasound equipment to
private-practice physicians and look forward to providing solutions for
the OB/GYN, musculoskeletal, vein and pain management markets," said
Mansoor Ghanavati, president and CEO, UMI. "The innovative ultrasound
solutions from Toshiba provide an excellent opportunity for physicians
looking to take their practice to the next level."
Source:
Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc.