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FUJIFILM Sonosite, Inc. Signs Agreement with Intelligent Ultrasound Group plc to Develop Clinician Training

BOTHELL, Wash., October 17, 2019 - FUJIFILM Sonosite, Inc. , specialists in developing cutting-edge, point-of-care ultrasound solutions, and part of the greater Fujifilm Healthcare portfolio, has entered into an agreement with Intelligent Ultrasound Group , a global, world-class ultrasound software and simulation developer, allowing the companies to deliver a training solution to the point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) market. The agreement includes Intelligent Ultrasound Group’s BodyWorks Eve POCUS training solution and the HeartWorks transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) and transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) simulator training platforms that can be used to accelerate training for all Fujifilm Sonosite’s POCUS systems.

“This agreement will allow clinicians the opportunity to work with two leading companies in their respective markets to access a robust POCUS training solution that will facilitate increased adoption of a critical imaging modality in their institutions,” said Rich Fabian, President and Chief Operating Officer of Fujifilm Sonosite.

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Fujifilm Sonosite Exhibits Portfolio of Point-of-Care Ultrasound Solutions at ASA 2019

Company demonstrates suite of imaging and educational solutions to more than 14,000 anesthesia professionals

Bothell, WA, October 17, 2019 (Booth # 641) – FUJIFILM Sonosite, Inc. , specialists in developing cutting-edge, point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), and part of the greater Fujifilm Healthcare portfolio, will exhibit numerous solutions designed to aid healthcare professionals in a variety of anesthetic procedures including ultrasound-guided needle placements and nerve blocks at ANESTHESIOLOGY 2019, the American Society of Anesthesiology’s annual meeting (ASA 2019) held October 19-23, 2019, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.

“Anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists are progressively using ultrasound-guided needle placement to improve operating efficiency while decreasing placement complications and patient discomfort,” said Rich Fabian, President and Chief Operating Officer of FUJIFILM Sonosite, Inc. “As our society continues to fight the opioid epidemic, we’re proud to educate ASA attendees on pain management alternatives, such as ultrasound-guided nerve blocks,...

Fujifilm Showcases Complete Suite of Solutions at CHEST 2019

Industry leader presents two new pulmonary imaging devices

Lexington, MA, & Bothell, WA, October 15, 2019 (Booth # 413) – Fujifilm, a recognized leader in the healthcare industry, will exhibit its comprehensive portfolio of solutions designed to treat pulmonary and critical care disease states at the upcoming CHEST 2019 Annual Meeting on October 21-23 in New Orleans, LA. FUJIFILM Sonosite, Inc.’s cutting-edge SII-Wave, Edge II, and X-Porte point-of-care ultrasound systems will be available for demonstration in booth #413, and will be utilized in the CHEST hands-on workshops and simulation sessions. FUJIFILM Medical Systems U.S.A., Inc.—Endoscopy will introduce two new pulmonary imaging devices, its new standard and treatment video bronchoscopes.

“Fujifilm has deep roots in imaging, a history of ‘firsts’ in endoscopy, and is a proven trailblazer in point-of-care ultrasound,” said Diku Mandavia, MD, FACEP, FRCPC, Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer of FUJIFILM Sonosite and...

FUJIFILM Sonosite Institute Now Available in Five Additional languages

Multi-lingual POCUS educational tools are the result of global member demand

BOTHELL, WA, September 24, 2019 – FUJIFILM Sonosite, Inc. , specialists in developing cutting-edge, point-of-care ultrasound solutions, today announced that its Sonosite Institute, a comprehensive online educational resource dedicated to empowering and educating healthcare providers about point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), is now available in five additional languages. Due to growing demand by current global users, the website resources are now offered in French, German, Spanish, Japanese and Chinese, as well as the original English.

"Point-of-care ultrasound is a lifesaving tool that is making a huge and positive difference in patient care, across a variety of settings. As the undisputed leader in POCUS, Fujifilm Sonosite is as committed to education as we are to innovation," said Diku Mandavia, MD, Senior Vice President, Chief Medical Officer of FUJIFILM Sonosite. "Our content-rich Sonosite Institute is designed for all clinicians...

FUJIFILM Sonosite, Inc. Taps the Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence (AI2) Incubator to Interpret Ultrasound Images with AI

AI2 Incubator delivers deep learning and computer vision technology on limited hardware capacity to enable new levels of ultrasound detection

Seattle & Bothell, Wash., September 18, 2019 - FUJIFILM Sonosite, Inc. , specialists in developing cutting-edge, point-of-care ultrasound solutions, and the Allen Institute of Artificial Intelligence (AI2) Incubator , builder of AI-first startups, announced today a collaboration to interpret ultrasound images with AI, enabling new ultrasound applications and enhanced accuracy. Fujifilm Sonosite has enlisted assistance from the AI2 Incubator to deploy deep learning models on portable ultrasound products. Together, the AI2 Incubator and Fujifilm Sonosite will work to improve image analysis, allowing for the interpretation of a much wider range of ultrasound scenarios.

“The AI2 Incubator was a perfect place to look for help in creating breakthrough technology. They have the type of talent that is hard to recruit, combined with the ambition of a startup....

FUJIFILM Sonosite and Partners HealthCare Endeavor to Make Point-of-Care Ultrasound Accessible for Higher Quality Patient Care

Collaboration to develop artificial intelligence (AI) enhanced ultrasound technology aimed at increasing the utility of ultrasound and improving our nation’s healthcare system

Bothell, Washington and Boston, Massachusetts, July 30, 2019 – FUJIFILM Sonosite, Inc. has announced the launch of a strategic relationship with Partners HealthCare to apply artificial intelligence to improve the utility and functionality of portable ultrasound. The two organizations will collaborate to enhance ultrasound technology with AI to enable clinicians to perform scans at the point-of-care, further expanding the accessibility of this technology for clinicians and their patients. The collaboration will be executed through the MGH & BWH Center for Clinical Data Science and leverage the extensive data assets, computational infrastructure and clinical expertise of the Partners HealthCare system.

“Allowing for even greater integration of ultrasound into our healthcare delivery system requires smarter machines,” said Keith Dreyer, DO, PhD, FACR, FSIIM, Chief Data Science...

FUJIFILM TO SHOWCASE ARRAY OF ROBUST TECHNOLOGIES FOR ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY AT ASE 2019

Company to Exhibit Enterprise Imaging Solution with Advanced Analysis & Monitoring; Best in Class Point-of-Care Ultrasound

LEXINGTON, Mass., and BOTHELL, Wash., June 21, 2019 (Booth #500) –Fujifilm will present its cardiovascular medical imaging portfolio including Synapse Cardiology PACS with Epsilon Imaging’s EchoInsight, as well as the Sonosite Edge II point-of-care-ultrasound system (POCUS) at the American Society of Echocardiography annual meeting ( ASE 2019 ). The conference takes place June 21-25, 2019 at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, OR.

"At Fujifilm, our goal is to offer cardiologists and other clinicians best-in-breed technologies that enhance diagnostic confidence so they can deliver speedy, safe and appropriate care," says Tim Thomas, Vice President, Cardiology, FUJIFILM Medical Systems U.S.A., Inc. "Synapse Cardiology PACS has earned the respect of cardiovascular experts around the world who also help us to continually evolve the solution to best streamline workflow, provide exceptional analysis tools,...

Fujifilm Presents Full Solutions For Medical Image Generation, Management, Storage, And Analysis At SAGES 2019

Cross-modality portfolio of imaging and informatics designed to enhance surgical workflow and improve outcomes

Valhalla, NY, (Booth #629) — Fujifilm will be premiering its innovative solutions for medical image generation, management, storage, and analysis, during the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons 2019 Annual Meeting (SAGES 2019) from April 3-6, 2019 at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Maryland. Featured at the event will be FUJIFILM New Development, U.S.A., Inc. , an innovative provider of minimally invasive surgical solutions, FUJIFILM Medical Systems U.S.A., Inc. , a leading provider of diagnostic imaging, endoscopic imaging and medical informatics solutions, and FUJIFILM Sonosite, Inc. , specialists in cutting edge, point-of-care ultrasound. The three Fujifilm business units will showcase the company’s various technologies and expertise at SAGES 2019 booth #629.

“Fujifilm is rooted in both innovation and collaboration. Each of our healthcare solutions are known for their trailblazing technologies—from developing...

Fujifilm Exhibits Enterprise Imaging Solutions And Artificial Intelligence Initiative At HIMSS 2019

STAMFORD, Conn., and BOTHELL, Wash., February 5, 2019 (Booth #4159) – FUJIFILM Medical Systems U.S.A., Inc. and FUJIFILM Sonosite, Inc., will showcase their Enterprise Imaging and Informatics solutions at the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society’s (HIMSS) Global Conference and Exhibition at the Orange County Convention Center, in Orlando, FL from Feb 12–14, 2019. Fujifilm’s comprehensive Synapse® Enterprise Imaging portfolio will be available for demonstration in booth #4159. New this year, Sonosite Synchronicity™, Fujifilm’s informatics workflow solution designed specifically for point-of-care ultrasound, will also be on display. In addition, Fujifilm will feature an area within its booth dedicated specifically to its latest advancements in Artificial Intelligence* (AI).

“Fujifilm’s Enterprise Imaging portfolio is engineered to provide a complete picture of each patient’s health so that physicians across the care continuum can make more informed decisions,” says Johann Fernando, Ph.D., Chief Operating Officer of FUJIFILM Medical Systems U.S.A., Inc. “Clinicians...

Fujifilm Sonosite Showcases Comprehensive Point-Of-Care Ultrasound Portfolio At RSNA 2018

Company debuts Sonosite Synchronicity, a new robust workflow solution

BOTHELL, WA, November 15, 2018 (Booth #2545) – FUJIFILM Sonosite, Inc. , specialists in developing cutting-edge, point-of-care ultrasound solutions, will present its complete portfolio at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) from November 25-30th, 2018 at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL. At booth #2545, attendees can participate in hands-on demos of the innovative product line, including Sonosite Synchronicity™, a new, robust point-of-care workflow solution that marks the company’s entry into the medical informatics space.

“Ultrasound plays a critical role in radiology as it is among the safest, most affordable and patient-friendly imaging modalities,” says Rich Fabian, President and Chief Operating Officer of FUJIFILM Sonosite, Inc. “Fujifilm continues to push the boundaries of innovation in point-of-care ultrasound with ultra-mobile, connected solutions that offer high-definition imaging. Designed for bedside, field, and support of future...

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