Siemens Healthineers hosted the inaugural NAEOTOM Alpha Summit in ASEAN – a milestone moment that will redefine the future of computed tomography in Southeast Asia.
It was an inspiring day spent with our esteemed pioneering customers from across ASEAN, as we came together to explore the real-world impact of photon-counting CT technology on patients, clinical workflows, and the future of diagnostic imaging.
The event opened with a welcome address by Rami Politis, Head of CT, ASEAN; Surajkumar Chandrasekharan, Head of DI, ASEAN, and, Steven Bell, Regional Business Area Head, APJ, who reflected on the significance of this first ASEAN gathering dedicated to photon-counting CT and recognized the visionary role played by early adopters in advancing clinical excellence in the region.
Following which, we had Dr. Matthias Lichy, Siemens Healthineers AG, Germany introduce the NAEOTOM Alpha Class to the attendees.
Prof. Jiří Ferda (left) and Prof. Dr. Hajime Sakuma (right), our distinguished global experts.
Throughout the day, participants heard from distinguished global experts, including
- Prof. Dr. Hajime Sakuma, Professor and Chairman, Dept. Of Radiology, Mie University Faculty of Medicine, Japan, who shared insights on the topic “Revolutionizing Cardiovascular Imaging with Photon Counting CT and Enhancing Coronary Visualization”
- Prof. Jiří Ferda, Professor of Radiology, Head of the Department of the Imaging Methods, University Hospital Pilsen, Czech Republic, who share insights on the topic “Photon Counting CT: Impact of increased precision in routine imaging”
Panel Discussion
Each speaker presentation was followed by an insightful panel discussion with regional thought leaders who explored the practical applications, challenges, and early successes seen across clinical sites in Southeast Asia.
Panel 1: Pioneering breakthroughs with photon-counting CT in cardiac imaging
- Prof. Dr. Hajime Sakuma, Professor and Chairman, Dept. Of Radiology, Mie University Faculty of Medicine, Japan
- Dr. Michael Lim, Medical Director, Senior Consultant Physician/Cardiologist, Royal Healthcare Heart, Stroke and Cancer Centre, Singapore
- Dr. Ganti Srujana, Consultant Radiologist, Department of Radiology, Sengkang General Hospital, Singapore
- Rami Politis, Head of CT ASEAN, Siemens Healthineers (Moderator)
Panel 2: Photon-counting CT: Impact of increased precision in routine imaging
- Prof. Jiří Ferda, Professor of Radiology, Head of the Department of the Imaging Methods, University Hospital Pilsen, Czech Republic
- Dr. Jeffrey Goh, Diagnostic Radiologist, Parkway Radiology, Singapore
- Dr. Vithya Varavithya, Radiologist, Bumrungrad International Hospital, Thailand
- Rami Politis, Head of CT ASEAN, Siemens Healthineers (Moderator)
Impression from the summit
The collaboration with RAB and Hanoi Medical University in organizing the clinical program “Breast Imaging: Foundation and Advanced Updates” further reinforces Siemens Healthineers’ long-term commitment to advancing healthcare in Vietnam. Beyond providing state-of-the-art medical equipment and technology solutions, Siemens Healthineers actively partners with local institutions in skill development, knowledge exchange, and capacity-building initiatives - all aimed at improving clinical outcomes and working toward a more sustainable future for healthcare.