Himex and Canon Medical Embark on New Beginning in Diagnostic Imaging

Strategic Partnership for Medical Equipment Solutions to Serve Needs of Local Communities via HealthCare

HIMEX Corporation presents a wide array of medical equipment solutions to medical directors of the district hospitals in Ilocos Sur province, in a meeting Friday evening (May 17) at Café Josefina in Capas, Tarlac province. Himex sales and marketing manager Dr. Deo Lobrido and sales executive Brian Sicat pose with the group of Ilocos Sur district hospital directors led by Dr. Rodolfo Tongson.

MANILA, 31 Oct 2024: Himex Corporation and Japan’s Canon Medical Systems Corporation have officially announced the launch of their landmark partnership during a recently concluded CT-MRI Joint Annual Convention in mid-October 2024.

Marking the beginning of a new era of innovation, Himex and Canon Medical together are gearing to help transform healthcare in the Philippines by providing state-of-the-art medical imaging equipment and advanced diagnostic solutions that aim to provide better health outcomes for patients all over the Philippines.

Rema Padilla Ohno, President and CEO of Himex Corp., and Masanori Sakata, Group Manager for Asia-Pacific Group of Canon Medical Systems Corporation, International Sales & Strategy Division, lead the public launch of the partnership during the 2024 CT-MRI convention at The Manila Hotel on October 10-12. During the convention, Himex Corp. and Canon Medical showcased their shared mission of contributing to the medical imaging needs of the Filipino community in experiencing the best of healthcare equipment solutions.

The Himex customer network since 1990 has covered a base of over 1,200 magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment and computed tomography (CT) scan equipment, as well as X-ray and ultrasound systems at over 700 hospitals nationwide. Since the inception of Himex Corporation’s joint-venture business model in 2006, it has already served over 2 million patients nationwide, through the various machines it has owned and operated with hospital partners.

Himex Corporation expressed excitement about this partnership and how it marks a significant milestone in advancing healthcare solutions in the Philippines. This collaboration combines Himex’s extensive experience and robust network in the local medical imaging industry with Canon Medical’s cutting-edge technology and commitment to patient-centric care. Together, they are poised to deliver unparalleled diagnostic capabilities, ensuring better health outcomes for millions of Filipinos.

With this new partnership, Himex will be able to further address and answer the needs of the community for quality-assured innovations and technological expertise in diagnostics equipment. Himex corporation has initiated and implemented its leadership in medical equipment and healthcare development under its “Kruvim Principle, a fusion of manpower, strength and knowledge to achieve common solutions, sustainability, and continuous growth for hospitals in the country.

Made for Life: AI-Powered Partnership

Canon Medical’s goal is to deliver optimum health opportunities for patients through performance, comfort and safety whilst leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and deep learning reconstruction (DLR).

Canon Medical said its suite of AI technologies have been leading the medical imaging industry with intelligent solutions like Advanced intelligent Clear-IQ Engine (AiCE) and Precise IQ Engine (PIQE), as well as machines which are friendly and convenient for both patient and operator to use.

By leveraging innovative AI technologies like AiCE and PIQE, the partnership aims to set new standards in medical imaging, enhancing both the accuracy and efficiency of diagnostic procedures. This alliance not only reinforces the leadership of both companies in the healthcare sector, but also underscores their shared dedication to improving patient care and supporting the continuous growth of medical institutions all across the country.

ABOUT Canon Medical Systems Corporation

Canon Medical offers a full range of diagnostic medical imaging solutions, including CT, X-Ray, Ultrasound, Vascular and MR, as well as a full suite of Healthcare IT solutions across the globe. In line with Canon Medical’s continued Made for Life philosophy, patients are at the heart of everything it does. Canon Medical’s mission is to provide medical professionals with solutions that support their efforts in contributing to the health and wellbeing of patients worldwide. Canon Medical’s goal is to deliver optimum health opportunities for patients through uncompromised performance, comfort and safety features.

Canon Medical works hand-in-hand with its partners – including the medical, academic and research communities. It builds relationships based on transparency, trust and respect, striving to create industry-leading solutions that deliver an enriched quality of life. For more information, visit the Canon Medical website: https://global.medical.canon/.

ABOUT Himex Corporation

Himex is one of the leading diagnostic medical imaging equipment distributors in the Philippines. With 35 years of experience in the import, sales and aftersales of MRI, CT-scan, X-ray, and ultrasound machines, Himex offers high-quality brand-new and pre-owned systems. And with over 1,200 installations at over 700 hospitals nationwide, Himex possesses unparalleled experience in sales and aftersales services.

Himex has also pioneered the joint-venture business model for imaging machines and has fostered partnerships with over 20 hospitals, serving over 2 million patients, answering the need of the community for quality-assured innovations and technological expertise in the field of medical instrumentation. For more information, visit the Himex website: https://www.himexcorporation.com/.