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Celebrating 20 Years of Signa Koshien

GE Healthcare Japan (based in Hino City, Tokyo) is thrilled to announce the 20th anniversary of its prestigious MRI competition, the Signa Koshien 2025, scheduled for December 13, 2025. This event not only showcases the exceptional skills of medical professionals but also highlights the importance of collaboration and knowledge-sharing within the MRI community.

The Signa Koshien serves as a platform for MRI users to exchange innovative imaging techniques and clinical insights, fostering a spirit of camaraderie among radiologists, radiologic technologists, and clinical engineers across Japan. Since its inception in 2005, the competition has motivated participants to push the boundaries of clinical MRI applications, resulting in improvements in imaging quality and operational efficiency.

Event Overview

The upcoming event will take place at TKP Garden City PREMIUM Yokohama West Exit from 13:30 to 17:30, followed by a networking session from 18:00 to 20:00. Attendees can choose to participate either in person or online, making it accessible to a wider audience. This year, twelve finalists, handpicked from local qualifiers, will compete in two categories: the 'Craftsmanship' category, which emphasizes practical clinical applications and image quality, and the 'Signa Tips' category, focusing on daily innovations and efficiency strategies.

Finalists for the 2025 Competition:

• - 'Craftsmanship' Contest
• - 'Signa Tips' Contest

Participation Details

• - Registration Method: Interested participants can register via the online application form.
• - Registration Deadline: Participants must register by December 11, with in-person attendance limited to the first 80 applicants and online participation capped at 500.

Organizers and Contributors

The 20th edition of the Signa Koshien is supported by six esteemed organizers from the user community:

• - Yuhei Otsuka (Tokai University Hachioji Hospital)
• - Kazuya Kume (Tokyo Institute for Longevity and Health)
• - Ryu Iijima (Ageo Central General Hospital)
• - Yoshitaka Kataoka (Seirei Sakura Citizen Hospital)
• - Daiki Sasahara (Kawasaki Yuki Hospital)
• - Hirotaka Minami (Yokohama Nanyokai Hospital)

About GE Healthcare Japan

Founded in 1982, GE Healthcare Japan is a key pillar of GE Healthcare, aiming to realize Precision Care through its advanced intelligent instruments, data analytics, software, and services. With over 1,500 employees and 60 business locations throughout Japan, GE Healthcare Japan is committed to addressing various healthcare challenges while catering to local customer needs. For more information, please visit www.gehealthcare.com.

For any inquiries regarding this event, please contact the Corporate Communications Division of GE Healthcare Japan at 0120-202-021.

We look forward to welcoming everyone to a day of innovation, collaboration, and celebration at the Signa Koshien 2025!