(Paterson, New Jersey--February 18, 2009) Medical Missions for Children (MMC), based at the St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center, Paterson, NJ, today unveiled the new MMC-Panasonic HDTV Studios. Equipped with Panasonic multi-format HD studio and solid-state P2 HD cameras, point-of-view camera systems, and professional audio and video equipment, this state-of-the art broadcast facility will boost the charity’s efforts to eliminate the disparity of care that exists between developed and developing nations throughout the world.
MMC, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the health of children and adults in underserved communities around the world, spearheads a unique combination of communications initiatives referred to as the Global Telemedicine and Teaching Network (GTTN). It comprises a distance medicine network in over 100 countries called the Telemedicine Outreach Program (TOP), a global satellite and IP TV network called the Medical Broadcasting Channel (MBC), the Global Video Library of Medicine (GVLM), Video Production Services (VPS), as well as the local Giggles Children's Theater in St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital.
MMC-Panasonic HDTV Studios at St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center was designed and integrated by Panasonic Systems Solutions Company, with the broadcast equipment provided by Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company. The studio is equipped to operate as a full broadcast facility, featuring a complete studio lighting grid and set with three Panasonic AK-HC931B HD multi-format studio cameras, an AK-HC1500G HD point-of-view camera and control system and an AG-HPX500 P2 HD shoulder-mount camcorder solid-state for studio or mobile use.
“We are delighted that the advanced Panasonic broadcast equipment in this studio will help Medical Missions for Children in their mission of using advanced technology to transfer critical medical knowledge to those who need it,” said Joseph Taylor, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Panasonic Corporation of North America. “We commend their efforts in empowering the medical community around the globe and wish them continued success.”
Additional production equipment includes four Panasonic 17" BT-LH1700W widescreen LCD monitors, an 8-channel Panasonic AV-HS400A HD/SD video switcher, a 16-channel audio mixer, and a 32-channel audio/video router. A total of eleven 50-inch and 42-inch Panasonic professional plasma units are installed throughout the facility.
In addition to a broadcast studio and set, the facility features an eleven-station control room, both private and semi-private editing suites, and a soundproofed audio recording booth. It will be utilized by MMC in support of its mission and will be available for rental use as a source of funds for the charity.
About Medical Missions for Children
Established in 1999, Medical Missions for Children (MMC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the health of children and adults in underserved communities around the world. MMC hosts an ever-expanding communications infrastructure referred to as the Global Telemedicine and Teaching Network (GTTN). The GTTN is made up of five interrelated programs: the Telemedicine Outreach Program (TOP), the Global Video Library of Medicine (GVLM), the Medical Broadcasting Channel (MBC), Video Production Services (VPS) and the Giggles Children's Theater. MMC has been recognized as a 4-Star charity by Charity Navigator, and has been the recipient of many prestigious awards including: the Purpose Prize Award, the 21st Century Award from the Computerworld Honors Program, the World of Children Award and the American Telemedicine Association’s President’s Institutional Award. Each of these honors was in recognition of MMC's innovative use of technology toward the elimination of the disparity of care that exists between developed and developing nations throughout the world.
About St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center
St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center, which includes St. Joseph's Children's Hospital, is a major academic tertiary medical center and state designated trauma center conveniently located just off Route 80 at Exit 58A. Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth and a member of St. Joseph's Healthcare System, the Regional Medical Center has a rich tradition of service excellence that spans more than 140 years.
About Panasonic System Solutions Company
Panasonic System Solutions Company, Unit of Panasonic Corporation of North America, is a world leader in professional electronics providing innovative system solutions and integrated technology solutions for a wide range of business applications including: industry leading i-Pro IP and analog video surveillance solutions; imaging devices for the medical, industrial, and entertainment industries; Stingray point-of-sale workstations and Attune drive-thru communications systems for the quick-service and hospitality industries; and large screen LED digital signage, digital sports coaching systems. Based in Secaucus, NJ, Panasonic Corporation of North America is the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE: PC) of Japan.
About Panasonic Broadcast
Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Co. is a leading supplier of broadcast and professional video products and systems. Panasonic Broadcast is a unit company of Panasonic Corporation of North America. The company is the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE Symbol: PC) the hub of Panasonic’s U.S. branding, marketing, sales, service and R&D operations. For more information on Panasonic Broadcast products, visit www.panasonic.com/broadcast.
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