On September 12, 2025, General Santos Doctors Hospital (GSDH) marked another proud moment in its history. With a heartfelt ceremony attended by its board, consultants, healthcare partners, and the media, the hospital unveiled two groundbreaking diagnostic technologies: the 1.5 Tesla Helium-Free MRI and the Symbia Evo Excel SPECT Gamma Camera.
These are the first of their kind in Region 12 and General Santos City, giving families in SOCSARGEN access to world-class imaging right at home.
The Future of Imaging: 1.5 Tesla Helium-Free MRI
The Siemens Magnetom Flow 1.5 Tesla MRI represents the next generation of diagnostic imaging. Unlike traditional MRI machines, this new system is helium-free—a major step forward in both sustainability and efficiency.
But what does this mean for patients?
- Sharper, clearer images allow doctors to spot even the smallest details for more precise diagnoses.
- Faster scan times—reduced by more than 50%—make the process more comfortable and less stressful.
- Advanced applications give doctors the ability to assess complex conditions in areas like neurology, cardiology, and oncology.
This MRI empowers physicians to detect health issues earlier and design personalized treatment plans, improving outcomes and giving patients peace of mind.
Advancing Nuclear Medicine: Symbia Evo Excel Gamma Camera
The Symbia Evo Excel Gamma Camera is another first for General Santos City, and it’s set to transform how doctors diagnose and monitor disease.
This 3D nuclear medicine imaging system looks not just at the structure of organs but also at how they function—something standard scans can’t provide. Its applications touch many areas of care:
- Oncology – helping detect cancers at earlier stages and tracking how well treatments are working
- Cardiology – giving detailed insight into heart function
- Endocrinology & Renal Care – supporting diagnosis of thyroid disorders, kidney conditions, and other metabolic diseases
- Neurology – assisting in the detection of neurological disorders such as epilepsy and dementia
The biggest benefit? Patients no longer need to travel outside the region for this type of nuclear medicine imaging—it’s now available right here in General Santos City.
A Milestone for Healthcare in SOCSARGEN
During the inauguration, Dr. Daniel G. Yap, President and Medical Director of GSDH, expressed his pride in this milestone:
General Santos Doctors Hospital proudly unveils two groundbreaking additions to its diagnostic imaging services—the helium-free Siemens Magnetom Flow 1.5 Tesla MRI and the Symbia Evo Excel SPECT scanner. With these cutting-edge technologies, GSDH brings world-class healthcare right to your doorstep, reaffirming its commitment to deliver advanced, accurate, and compassionate care to the people of General Santos City and the entire Region 12.“
Adding to the celebration, Mr. Heinz-Michael Horst Schmermer, President and Managing Director of Siemens Healthineers, shared his support for this partnership. He emphasized how Siemens Healthineers remains committed to working with hospitals like GSDH in bringing sustainable, energy-efficient, and advanced medical solutions to communities across the country.
Bringing Technology and Compassion Together
With these new additions, General Santos Doctors Hospital strengthens its role as a pioneer in medical innovation for Region XII. More than just machines, these technologies represent faster answers for worried families, more accurate tools for physicians, and new hope for patients facing serious conditions.
General Santos Doctors Hospital: Leading Compassionate Care through Imaging Excellence.
The SOX Bloggers Society extends its heartfelt gratitude to General Santos Doctors Hospital for inviting us to witness this significant milestone. Being part of the inauguration of the 1.5 Tesla Helium-Free MRI and the Symbia Evo Excel SPECT Gamma Camera was truly an honor. We are grateful to have seen firsthand how GSDH continues to lead the way in bringing advanced, compassionate healthcare to the people of General Santos City and the entire SOCSARGEN region.
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