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Koninklijke Philips N.V. (NYSE: PHG) is a global leader in health technology focused on improving lives through meaningful innovation. This news hub provides investors and healthcare professionals with centralized access to official press releases and verified updates about Philips' advancements in diagnostic imaging, connected care systems, and personal health solutions.
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Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG) has successfully installed advanced diagnostic and interventional neurovascular imaging solutions at the new Central Acute Services Building in Westmead Hospital, Sydney. This installation, part of a one billion Australian Dollar redevelopment project, includes the Ingenia MR-OR intraoperative systems, improving speed and efficiency for critical neuro cases. The facility aims to enhance trauma care through real-time imaging during surgeries, promoting collaboration between surgeons and radiologists for optimized patient outcomes.
Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG) announced its participation in the Annual Integrative Ultrasound Meeting (AIUM) from April 11-14. The event will showcase its advanced tele-ultrasound solutions, enhancing remote clinician collaboration and improving care access, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The spotlight will be on Lumify and Collaboration Live (Reacts), aimed at facilitating real-time communication among medical staff. Philips aims to address healthcare challenges in rural areas, having conducted over 5,500 telemedicine visits since the pandemic began. The firm was also recognized with the 2020 Global Customer Value Leadership award for Lumify.
Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG) and Ibex Medical Analytics have announced a strategic collaboration to promote AI-powered digital pathology solutions globally. This partnership combines Philips' IntelliSite Pathology Solution and Ibex's Galen platform, enhancing diagnostic efficiency with a 27% reduction in reporting time and a 37% productivity increase. The collaboration aims to improve diagnostic accuracy and workflow efficiency in pathology labs, addressing the growing demand for cancer diagnostics. Philips continues to expand its AI-enabled Precision Diagnosis portfolio.
Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG) has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its SmartCT application software, a significant addition to its Azurion Image Guided Therapy System. This software enhances interventionalists' diagnostic confidence and workflow efficiency by providing CT-like 3D imaging directly from a table-side touchscreen within the sterile zone. Key features include advanced 3D image acquisition, visualization, and measurement tools, improving clinical decision-making and patient outcomes. SmartCT is aimed at various procedures, supporting the trend toward minimally-invasive surgery and optimized lab performance.
Royal Philips has partnered with the NHS Cheshire and Merseyside consortium to establish the UK's first regional hub for the National COVID-19 Chest Imaging Database (NCCID). This milestone allows access to 15 years of imaging data from 2.5 million patients, integrating data across 13 NHS trusts. The deployment of a centralized SMART box server enhances data management and facilitates AI technology validation. The NCCID aims to improve understanding of COVID-19 and support AI-driven patient care, emphasizing quick assessments and consistent treatment throughout the healthcare system.
Philips (NYSE: PHG) and Orbita Inc. have entered a partnership to develop AI-powered virtual assistants for healthcare applications. This collaboration aims to enhance patient engagement and streamline healthcare services. By leveraging Orbita's HIPAA-compliant conversational AI technology, Philips plans to improve digital health solutions across telehealth platforms. The partnership aligns with Philips' strategy to utilize AI for better health outcomes and patient experiences, reflecting the growing demand for efficient healthcare solutions in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
On March 25, 2021, Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG) announced the sale of its Domestic Appliances business to Hillhouse Capital for an enterprise value of approximately EUR 3.7 billion. Philips expects to receive around EUR 3 billion in cash proceeds after tax and transaction costs. Additionally, a 15-year brand license agreement will yield an estimated net present value of EUR 0.7 billion, leading to a total deal value of approximately EUR 4.4 billion. This business will be listed as a discontinued operation in Philips' financial statements starting Q1 2021.
Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG) has announced its 2021 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders (AGM) to be held on May 6, 2021. Key agenda items include the reappointment of Mr. Marnix van Ginneken and the appointment of Mrs. Chua Sock Koong and Mrs. Indra Nooyi to the Board. Shareholders can vote and follow the meeting via webcast due to COVID-19 safety measures. The full agenda and the Annual Report 2020 are available on Philips’ website.
