MemorialCare Cancer Institute uses first-of-its-kind robotic navigated bronchoscopy for greater precision and accuracy.LAGUNA HILLS, Calif., Aug. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MemorialCare Cancer Institute's Lung Cancer Program at Saddleback Medical Center is one of just four hospitals in California equipped with the recently FDA-cleared robotic navigated bronchoscopy system. This new device from NoahMed, Galaxy System, uses integrated tomosynthesis (3D mammography) to navigate to and locate lung nodules, which are small masses in the lungs often tested for cancer.This improved visualization, along with a disposable bronchoscope, enhances precision and accuracy beyond the capabilities of existing technologies. It gives physicians access to often hard-to-reach lesions in the outer third of the lung which are often hard to biopsy. The Galaxy System can biopsy nodules smaller than 2cm, while receiving real-time lesion location updates."Lung cancer is an insidious disease causing far too high a toll on our communities," said Jayne Stewart, executive director, MemorialCare Cancer Institute, MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center. "The Galaxy System gives physicians trained on the device a clear, direct path to improving patient diagnosis and, in turn, treatment –allowing us to catch lung cancer before it reaches less treatable, advanced stages

Noah MedicalNext-generation robotics company and its CEO recognized separately for pioneering work, innovative new technology, and rapid progressSAN CARLOS, Calif., May 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Medical robotics innovator Noah Medical announced today that it has been named a finalist in the prestigious Surgical Robotics Industry Awards 2024 alongside its founder and CEO Dr. Jian Zhang. This joint recognition highlights Noah Medical’s groundbreaking work in endoluminal robotics and Dr. Zhang’s visionary leadership within the industry.Noah Medical is a finalist in the Innovative Start-up category, which honors companies under six years old that have demonstrated significant potential and introduced innovative solutions to enhance surgical procedures and patient outcomes. Dr. Zhang is a finalist in the Industry Leadership category, awarded to those who have demonstrated outstanding business or commercial success, highly effective management, and a track record as a thought leader.Since the beginning of 2023, Noah Medical has announced $150 million in Series B funding , secured FDA clearance for The Galaxy System™, its fully image-integrated solution for robotic navigated bronchoscopy, and launched the platform to commercial and industry acclaim.The company’s proprietary technology is transforming the early identification and diagnosis of lung cancer by making it possible for physicians to overcome traditional imaging and navigation limitations to confidently reach nodules in the outer periphery of the lung