3TP appoints Reitherman

3TP Imaging Sciences has named Richard Reitherman, MD, PhD, as chief radiological officer - West. In addition to his sales role, Reitherman will be responsible for handling customer inquiries and provide education on 3TP image interpretation. Reitherman will design, plan and conduct training symposia and represent 3TP at conferences in the western and southwestern United States.

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