April 7 2009  |  News Article 

Oncentra Simulation 2.3 provides DICOM connectivity with increased efficiency and accuracy with electronic simulation 

Veenendaal, Netherlands (April 07, 2009) — Nucletron, a knowledge-based leader in radiation oncology, today announced the launch of Oncentra Simulation 2.3 for digital simulation and verification workflow for every Simulix. Oncentra Simulation 2.3 provides DICOM connectivity with increased efficiency and accuracy with electronic simulation. Oncentra Simulation reduces procedure times and eliminates costs associated with film processing, processing and storage.

Oncentra Simulation enables clinicians to easily upgrade existing or outdated systems with the advantages of proven software.  The system employs the latest imaging techniques providing high quality digital imaging, a totally filmless environment with powerful DICOM connectivity fully integrating simulation and verification into the electronic patient record.

“Oncentra Simulation 2.3 enables both new and existing Simulix customers to fully integrate their simulator into a digital radiation therapy workflow, whilst at the same time offering significant improvements in terms of image quality and image processing capabilities,“ said Jos Lamers, chief executive officer of Nucletron.

Oncentra Simulation 2.3 was released on 20 March 2009. Oncentra Simulation is pending regulatory clearance in North America

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About Nucletron
Nucletron is a knowledge-based leader in Radiation Oncology, working with clinical teams to realize innovative solutions that improve patient care.  Nucletron strives to offer the best possible choice of radiation modalities through integrated products, software and services.  Critical to the Nucletron philosophy is the establishment of close working relationships with individual clinical teams – reconfiguring traditional boundaries between customer and solution provider.  Many Nucletron employees have clinical experience delivering oncology care, providing an in-depth understanding of the complex needs of clinicians.