Cincinnati Hospital First in US to Use New Cancer Scanner

Cancer patients in Cincinnati are now getting access to technology no one else in the country has yet.

The Christ Hospital Health Network just became the first healthcare organization in America to install and use Philips' new Rembra RT CT scanner. The cutting-edge imaging system is already helping doctors plan more precise radiation treatments for cancer patients.

"This scanner sets the bar for accuracy and speed regarding radiation planning," said Dr. Christopher Freese, a radiation oncologist at The Christ Hospital Health Network. The technology helps his team define treatment targets more clearly while delivering better results for patients.

The scanner does something previous systems struggled with. It captures images of tumors while patients breathe naturally, tracking movement through the entire respiratory cycle. That means doctors can target cancer more accurately, even when it moves with each breath.

Speed matters too. The system reconstructs images much faster than older technology, which means less waiting time for patients who are already dealing with enough stress. Every minute saved in planning means patients can start their treatment sooner.

The Ripple Effect

This isn't just a win for one hospital. When leading healthcare centers adopt new technology first, they help prove it works and train other doctors on how to use it. The Christ Hospital's success with the Rembra system will likely pave the way for other cancer centers across the country to follow.

Brian Murphy, vice president of Imaging at Philips North America, called The Christ Hospital "an outstanding partner for introducing this technology." Their commitment to innovation means Cincinnati patients get access to advances that typically only appear at major research hospitals on the coasts.

The installation represents something bigger than just new equipment. It's about bringing state-of-the-art cancer care to communities outside major medical hubs. Patients in Cincinnati and surrounding areas won't need to travel to distant cities for the most advanced treatment planning available.

For cancer patients facing one of life's toughest battles, having the most accurate targeting possible makes a real difference. Better imaging means radiation can focus more precisely on tumors while sparing healthy tissue. That often translates to fewer side effects and better outcomes.

Cincinnati just became the place where the future of cancer treatment arrives first.