Toshiba names Nemetz as VP for Technology Services

At RSNA 2005, Toshiba America Medical Systems (TAMS) announced the appointment of Ted Nemetz as vice president of their Technology Services Business Unit.  Nemetz will lead the company's extensive service organization including field operations, service marketing, logistics, technical support and the business unit's financial operation.

Prior to joining Toshiba, Nemetz held general management responsibilities at Universal Medical Systems in Ohio, and served as vice president of Global Customer Service and Support operations for Philips Medical Systems.

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