For Immediate Release
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TOSHIBA AMERICA MEDICAL SYSTEMS NAMES TED NEMETZ VICE PRESIDENT, TECHNOLOGY SERVICES BUSINESS UNIT

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TUSTIN, Calif., Nov. 27, 2005 - Further supporting the company’s continued growth, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. (TAMS) today announced the appointment of Ted Nemetz as vice president of the company’s Technology Services Business Unit.  In this role, Nemetz will lead Toshiba’s extensive service organization, including field operations, service marketing, logistics, technical support and the business unit’s financial operations. 

“Ted Nemetz brings valuable industry experience to this position, with a focus on customer engagement and satisfaction that will be critical to the financial growth and success of our service business,” said Edwin Lodgek, general manager and senior vice president, TAMS.  “His knowledge and understanding of both technical service and general business functions are a tremendous asset to our company, and I am confident that he will provide the leadership required to ensure Toshiba continues to provide the best possible service and support to its customers.”

Prior to joining Toshiba, Nemetz held general management responsibilities at Universal Medical Systems in Ohio.  He also served as vice president of Global Customer Service and Support operations for Philips Medical Systems, where he was responsible for a $1.6 billion business and more than 3,800 employees.  Prior to Philips, Nemetz served as vice president and general manager of Global Service at Picker/Marconi Medical Systems. 

About Toshiba
With Headquarters in Tustin, California, Toshiba America Medical Systems markets, sells, distributes and services diagnostic imaging systems, and coordinates clinical diagnostic imaging research for all modalities in the United States.  Toshiba medical Systems Corporation, an independent group company of Toshiba Corporation, is a global leading provider of diagnostic medical imaging systems and comprehensive medical solutions such as CT, X-ray, Ultrasound, nuclear medicine, MRI and information systems.  Toshiba Corporation is a leader in information and communications systems, electronic components, consumer products, and power systems.  Toshiba has approximately 161,000 employees worldwide and annual sales of $53 billion.