Philips : University Medical Center Utrecht opens new ‘CT-Street’ to enhance and accelerate patient diagnosis

The Philips CT systems will be used for complex imaging of many different internal organs, as well as for cancer imaging and image-guided treatment. The system helps to reduce the number of repeat and follow-up scans.

In addition to using the company's CT systems, UMC Utrecht and Philips have worked together in the fields of radiology and radiotherapy for many years to develop new techniques and innovations, including in MR imaging, with the aim of enhancing patient outcomes and patient and staff experiences, and reducing the cost of care.

'For many years, we have been focusing on image guided therapy at UMC Utrecht', said Anouk Vermeer, board member at the hospital. 'We have spearheaded the development of minimally invasive treatments. About twenty-five years ago, our colleague Jan Lagendijk, professor of clinical physics, devised the MR-Linac, which provides a more accurate form of radiation treatment because the doctors can better see where the tumor is. Together with the business community, including Philips, this idea has been further developed and many new applications have been added.'

'Together with UMC Utrecht, we are continuously working to improve patient care,' said Henk Valk, CEO at Philips Benelux. 'We not only provide the latest and most advanced technology, but also work together on the development of new treatment methods and technologies for diagnosis. UMC Utrecht is a world-leading academic center where together we conduct research that is at the core of global innovations in healthcare. I am very proud of the long-standing and successful cooperation we have with UMC Utrecht.'