INDIANAPOLIS, April 21, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Esaote S.p.A. (www.esaote.com) Esaote North America will be showcasing it's O-scan MRI system for extremity imaging at Booth 409 for Orthopedic and MSK practices and clinics, at the American Alliance of Orthopedic Executives (AAOE) on Saturday, April 22nd to Monday April 24th.
"The O-scan offers a complete range of high quality imaging capabilities for extremities, while providing an optimal patient experience due to its unique ergonomics and open design. It represents the ideal solution for extremity imaging in today's healthcare environment," stated Glenn Davis, President and General Manager of Esaote North America, Inc. "Additionally, the O-scan has Dynamic MRI capabilities, that enables further insight into joint biomechanics which may not be visible with standard static MRI."
Esaote is a world leader in Dedicated MRI and on April 12th, opened a new plant for the company's research and production of Dedicated MRI systems in Genoa, Multedo. The investment of more than 15 million euros in the centre for the construction and purchase of the latest equipment and advanced production systems; reinforces Esaote's commitment to remain the leader in the marketplace. The new 7000 square meter plant produces Dedicated Magnetic Resonance systems and contains the Group's MRI research and development laboratories.
The Multedo centre is the third new facility Esaote has opened in the past 12 months, after moving its General Management, Ultrasound R&D laboratories and Medical Information technology facilities to the Scientific and Technological Campus in Genoa, Erzelli in 2016 and unveiling its new Centre of Excellence for Probes and Transducers and world-class logistics hub in Florence a few weeks ago.
Massimo Rosa, Chief Marketing Officer commented, "We are proud of our 30 year history of innovation in the field of Dedicated Musculoskeletal MRI, which has resulted in cost-effective systems that provide clinicians with outstanding image quality, clinical flexibility, ease of installation, and patient comfort. With more than 2,400 Esaote Dedicated MRI systems installed around the world, from large hospitals to private clinics, orthopedic/sports medicine centers, rheumatology practices, podiatric offices and trauma departments, we are focused on developing solutions that enhance healthcare."
The Esaote Group, recognised as one of the top 10 diagnostic imaging companies in the world by authoritative studies, has today confirmed its desire to relaunch and consolidate its own presence in all over Italy and on a global level.
Esaote: with a consolidated turnover of EUR 270 million in 2016, the Esaote Group is a leader in the biomedical equipment sector, in particular the areas of ultrasound, dedicated MRI and software for managing the diagnostic process. The Group currently employs 1,250 people, of which 50% are based outside Italy. With its own production and research units in Italy and the Netherlands, Esaote is recognised as one of the top 10 diagnostic imaging companies in the world by authoritative studies and fosters collaborations with clinical and scientific research centres and universities around the world. Information on Esaote and its products is available at www.esaote.com.
Esaote will be exhibiting at AAOE 2017, Indianapolis, Indiana, April 22 – April 24.
Location: Booth 409, JW Marriott
For Press and Analyst Inquires Please Contact: Lisa Joos, Senior Director of Marketing at Esaote North America at ljoos@esaoteusa.com or (650) 704-0698.
SOURCE Esaote North America