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Charing Cross Hospital orders first MRI via new NHS supply chain
framework
24 January 2008
Charing Cross Hospital in West London, has placed an order for a
Siemens Magnetom Verio 3T MRI scanner via the new NHS supply chain
framework. It is the first purchase in the NHS of a scanner of this type
and the first MRI to be ordered through the new purchasing system. The
framework offers multiple imaging modalities under one agreement from
the industry’s leading suppliers.
Jason Lavery, NHS Supply Chain’s Clinical Markets Business Manager,
said, “We’re delighted that the first MRI purchase via the new supply
chain framework has happened so swiftly and smoothly. This is a fine
example of how the new NHS procurement process can alleviate lengthy
tenders and offer enhanced support to NHS trusts in the selection of
imaging systems.”
The Magnetom Verio represents a new class of MRI technology that
enables high magnetic field imaging for routine clinical procedures. The
new 3-Tesla system can be used for many applications, including
neurology and functional neuro evaluation, orthopaedic and cartilage
assessment, breast, vascular and cardiac imaging. The 3T system
optimises parallel imaging, accelerates scan time and improves
visualisation as well as patient throughput.
Julie Shepherd, MR Product Manager at Siemens Healthcare, said,
“Three Tesla MR has traditionally been the reserve of high-end
diagnostic imaging in university or research institutions. Siemens
Healthcare has now pushed the boundaries of innovation to offer the very
latest equipment for mainstream clinical procedures.”
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