Technology

Mercy Medical Center Unveils New TRUEBEAM 3.0 Radiotherapy System

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October 14, 2024

Mercy Medical Center holds special blessing, dedication and recommitment ceremony for the hospital’s latest technological advance, the Varian TrueBeam version 3.0 radiotherapy system in the Mercy Department of Radiation Oncology.

BALTIMORE, Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — On September 24th, 2024, Mercy Medical Center held a special blessing, dedication and recommitment ceremony for the hospital’s latest technological advance, the Varian TrueBeam version 3.0 radiotherapy system in the Mercy Department of Radiation Oncology.

“The Varian TrueBeam version 3.0 is bringing to our institution the premier degree of safety, precision and efficiency in the delivery of radiotherapy allowing us to treat various types of cancers in the abdomen, thoracic cavity, head and neck and other sites, keeping our goal of optimizing local control while minimizing toxic effects in surrounding normal tissues,” said Maria C.E. Jacobs, M.D., who leads Radiation Oncology at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland

According to Dr. Jacobs, this new-generation linear accelerator is the latest addition to Mercy’s state-of-the-art radiotherapy treatment center for people with cancer, benign tumors and other abnormalities. (A linear accelerator produce high-energy radiation which is delivered to the patient’s tumor to kill cancer cells while minimizing damage to surrounding tissue.).
“This linear accelerator is equipped with a 6-degree couch or treatment table. Patient immobilization and stabilization on the treatment table are paramount in the process of radiation delivery. Our patients need to feel comfortable in order to partner with our therapists in the process of simulation and treatment. The addition of this 6-degree table with three translational movements will provide precise and reproducible positioning, implementing accuracy in the delivery of radiation thus improving patient comfort, reducing position uncertainties during each fraction all which can decrease the time needed for set up treatment fields, target localization, thus improving the efficiency of our clinic,” Dr. Jacobs explained.
Advantages offered by the new TrueBeam system include:

Precision with pinpoint accuracy of radiation beams Faster treatment delivery Advanced imaging technology High precision in treatment delivery Enhanced safety features Versatile treatment options Increased confidence level in current protocols with new system capabilities

Dr. Jacobs noted that Mercy’s “clinicians, therapists and physics staff can apply all these advantages to create treatment plans according to the most recent guidelines in the delivery of radiotherapy.”
The TrueBeam system provides radiotherapy treatment for cancers such as breast, prostate, head and neck, gastrointestinal, brain, lung and gynecological tumors.

“Treatments can be performed with great ease, speed and precision, with most taking only a few minutes a day. For patients, this means less time spent on the treatment table, and less stress, while reducing patient motion during the treatment,” Dr. Jacobs said.
Founded in 1874 by The Sisters of Mercy, Mercy Medical Center is a university-affiliated Catholic hospital with a national reputation for women’s health, orthopedics, digestive health, and more. Mercy is home to the acclaimed Weinberg Center for Women’s Health & Medicine, and the $400+ million, 20-story Mary Catherine Bunting Center. For more information about Mercy, visit http://www.mdmercy.com, MDMercyMedia on Facebook and Twitter(X), http://www.youtube.com/mmcbaltimore, or call 1-800-M.D.-Mercy.

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Dan Collins, Mercy Health Services, 4103329714, dcollins@mdmercy.com, www.mdmercy.com

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Nelnet to Announce Third Quarter Results

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48 mins ago

October 14, 2024

LINCOLN, Neb., Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Nelnet, Inc. (NYSE: NNI) today announced it will release earnings for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024, after the close of the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday, November 7, 2024. Upon release, additional earnings information will be available at www.nelnetinvestors.com.

Learn more about Nelnet at www.nelnetinc.com.

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Modine Announces New Chief Information Officer

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48 mins ago

October 14, 2024

RACINE, Wis., Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Modine (NYSE: MOD), a diversified global leader in thermal management technology and solutions, is pleased to announce that Dan Hedstrom has joined Modine as Chief Information Officer (CIO) effective today. He takes over from Steve Langer, current Vice President Information Technology, who has announced his plans to retire at the end of this year.

As CIO, Hedstrom will have responsibility for leading Modine’s global IT function and executing Modine’s digital strategy. He will focus on building business-aligned IT solutions that optimize performance, enhance productivity, and improve cyber security in alignment with overall corporate strategy.

Hedstrom comes to Modine from Cubic Corporation where he worked for 12 years in roles of increasing responsibility. In 2018, he was named Vice President and Chief Information Officer. Prior to that, he held senior roles leading enterprise infrastructure teams and has experience scaling IT systems to support growth. He has a bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from California Polytechnic State University.

“Dan’s strong track record as a technology leader will be an asset to Modine as we continue to execute on our global business strategies. We are pleased to welcome him to the team,” said Mick Lucareli, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. “I also would like to thank Steve Langer for his seven years of service at Modine and wish him well in retirement.”

About Modine
At Modine, we are Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™. Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve air quality and conserve natural resources. More than 11,000 employees are at work in every corner of the globe, delivering the solutions our customers need, where they need them. Our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments support our purpose by improving air quality, reducing energy and water consumption, lowering harmful emissions and enabling cleaner running vehicles and environmentally-friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (U.S.), with operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit www.modine.com.

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Leading Creative Experience Agency DCG ONE Announces Acquisition of Cirangle Design

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48 mins ago

October 14, 2024

New acquisition will further expand DCG ONE’s direct marketing capabilities and provide incremental DM design support for its collective client base.

SEATTLE, Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — DCG ONE, one of the largest privately owned creative experience agencies and marketing services providers in the country is pleased to announce the acquisition of Cirangle Design. This strategic acquisition aligns with DCG ONE’s ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional direct marketing solutions for a wide range of DCG ONE enterprise clients.

Cirangle Design, a boutique direct marketing agency based in New Jersey, has a long track record of success with 20+ years developing an expertise and niche in the direct marketing design space, becoming an anchor DM agency for clients such as American Express.

“This acquisition opportunity allows us to expand our capabilities while maintaining the high standards of excellence our clients have come to expect from DCG ONE,” said Ben Allen, EVP and Managing Director at DCG ONE. “We are thrilled to integrate Cirangle Design’s expertise and high caliber work into our operations as we see continued growth within the direct mail vertical.”

This acquisition not only introduces a significant new body of work but also opens doors to other direct marketing clients looking for a more comprehensive solution to delivering successful campaigns. It represents a substantial opportunity for growth and strengthens DCG ONE’s position as a turnkey direct marketing partner – from initial creative concepts to print/mail execution and corresponding digital touchpoints.

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About DCG ONE

Based in Seattle WA, DCG ONE has grown to become one of the largest privately held marketing services providers in the country. With locations in Seattle, Washington D.C. and New York City, DCG ONE services a variety of Fortune 500 companies and provides world-class marketing, technology, and business solutions, incorporating core competencies of print production to integrated fulfillment and data services to a full-service creative agency division.

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