In 2008, the original neuroArm was first used by Dr. Sutherland to remove a brain tumor from a patient at Foothills Medical Centre in Calgary and since has been used 60 times for tumor and vascular malformation cases. IMRIS acquired the technology in 2010 to further develop it into an MR-compatible system that will one day, allow the surgeon to do surgery using real time MR imaging in the bore of the magnet. IMRIS is currently working towards a commercialized second generation model integrated within the VISIUS® Surgical Theatre with intraoperative MRI or CT.
IMRIS CEO and President Jay D. Miller said, "We are honored by this award and recognize the pioneering leadership, experience and general support that was brought together to create this game changing tool. By finding ways to improve the vision and precision of surgery through these tools, we are working towards mitigating risks and improving the outcomes for neurosurgical patients and lower costs for the health care system."
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Space Technology Hall of Fame inductees were recognized during a ceremony on May 22 in Colorado Springs, CO. The Hall of Fame was created in 1988 by the non-profit Space Foundation to increase public awareness of the benefits resulting from space exploration programs and encourage further innovation. IMRIS, MDA, and the University of Calgary were inducted as organizations; and Dr. Sutherland was admitted as an individual.
About IMRIS
IMRIS (NASDAQ: IMRS; TSX: IM) is a global leader in providing image guided therapy solutions through its VISIUS Surgical Theatre - a revolutionary, multifunctional surgical environment that provides unmatched intraoperative vision to clinicians to assist in decision making and enhance precision in treatment. The multi-room suites incorporate diagnostic quality high-field MR, CT and angio modalities accessed effortlessly in the operating room setting. VISIUS Surgical Theatres serve the neurosurgical, spinal, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular markets and have been selected by 57 leading medical institutions around the world.
SOURCE: IMRIS Inc.
For further information:
Kevin J. Berger
Marketing Communications Manager
IMRIS Inc.
Tel: 763-203-6332
Email: kberger@imris.com
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