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Imaging Modalities of the EVIS X1™ Endoscopy System: What’s Everyone Seeing?

To read these publications and other papers on the imaging modalities available on the EVIS X1 endoscopy system, visit our Clinical Studies page!

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Seven Reasons Why the HDTV in Your Living Room Should Not Be Used in a Procedure Room

“Most consumer-grade monitors sold today have some kind of network functionality, which presents a major risk to patient safety, as well as a security risk if protected health information (PHI) is accessible outside of hospital IT firewalls on connected devices,” according to Blake Pena, Product Manager for Image Chain and Accessories at Olympus.

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On-demand Webinar: IP Goes Deep in Lung Periphery

Interventional Pulmonologist Ali Sadoughi, MD, shares his experience on peripheral airway bronchoscopy and lung disease in this prerecorded webinar.

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Harvard Gynecologist Reviews Olympus® Contained Tissue Extraction System

In “Guardenia: A ‘Really Great Solution’ for Contained Tissue Extraction,” published on MDedge® by OBG Management, Dr. Greenberg shares his opinion and perspective of the design, functionality, and level of innovation of the Guardenia™ Contained Tissue Extraction System.

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Five Things Not Required With This Microdebrider

In the ear, nose, and throat (ENT) practice, the shift to office-based procedures is a growing trend to curtail costs and help improve patient convenience. Becker’s Healthcare spoke with three leading otolaryngologists about this trend, and how Olympus’ single-use CELERISTM microdebrider is answering some previously unmet needs.

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Healthcare Headwinds and Our Supply Chain Friends

“What’s Going On? Seven Trends on Healthcare Supply Chain Professionals’ Radar,” uncovers some of the myriad issues related to healthcare workforce shortages, supply chain sustainability, quality metrics and more—and includes resources and potential solutions for consideration.

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Illuminating Cancer Cells During Surgery: A Worthy Olympus Investment

On November 16, 2023, Olympus Innovation Ventures (OIV) announced its participation in the $30M Series C funding round to help West Lafayette, Ind. based On Target Laboratories (OTL). The team is working to accelerate commercialization of their novel compound—used in conjunction with near infrared surgical imaging devices.

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When Little Things are a Big Deal: Olympus’ Investment in Eximis Aims to Keep Incisions Small

"Olympus is excited to support Eximis Surgical in the development of this promising new technology,” said Nacho Abia, Chief Strategy Officer for Olympus Corporation. “Supporting physicians in elevating the standard of care for patients is a priority for Olympus.”

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Medical Affairs: Ready to See (and Hear) the Patient

As President (Americas Region) and Board Director of the Medical Affairs Professional Society (MAPS), John B. Pracyk, MD, PhD, MBA, Chief Medical Safety Officer, Senior Vice President, Medical & Scientific Affairs, at Olympus, provides context for how medical affairs creates and delivers value among healthcare stakeholders including physicians, providers (hospitals and health systems), payers, policymakers, and ultimately patients.

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Laparoscopic Option for Live Liver Donations Offers Donor Benefits

“[Living donor hepatectomy liver transplant] is one of the most complex surgeries that can be done laparoscopically,” Dr. Kwon said in the article posted on the Cleveland Clinic site. In the U.S., laparoscopic surgery and liver transplant are two separate disciplines and few pursue both, he observed.

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The Olympus Grants Program: Ready for Impact

Two notable medical education grants within the last year include a $1 million+ monetary and product donation to the American College of Chest Physicians® (CHEST) simulation center. In addition, Olympus made a first-of-its kind donation in Latin America to Asociación Mexicana de Endoscopia Gastrointestina (AMEG), a non-profit GI medical society in Mexico—to support a hands-on endoscopic training laboratory.

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Olympus Sponsors MedTech Color 2022 Pitch Competition

On March 8, 2022, Olympus Corporation of the Americas had the honor of sponsoring a hybrid event featuring live pitches from the top 10 finalists of competing med-tech organizations all with the same goal: to get their early-stage medical technology innovation funded. The MedTech Color 2022 Pitch Competition, an inspired event via MedTech Color, served as a catalyst for early-stage med-tech companies founded or led by persons of color to present their medical innovations for awards ranging from $100K - $250K in non-dilutive funding and in-kind services.

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