American Shared Hospital Services(US:AMS) Newsfilter·2024-06-07 12:00Core Insights - GK Financing LLC (GKF), a subsidiary of American Shared Hospital Services (AMS), has extended its agreement with PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center to upgrade its Gamma Knife® system to the new Esprit model, with installation expected by October 1, 2024 [1][2] - The Esprit system offers advanced features such as superior visualization, remote treatment planning, and collaboration tools, enhancing workflow efficiency and clinical options for patient treatments [2] Company Overview - American Shared Hospital Services is a leading provider of financial and turnkey solutions for cancer treatment centers, hospitals, and large cancer networks globally, working with major Original Equipment Manufacturers [5][6] - GK Financing, LLC specializes in providing Gamma Knife radiosurgery equipment and offers innovative payment models, including pay-per-treatment and revenue-sharing options, with a focus on risk-sharing and project management [4] Partnership and Impact - The partnership between GKF and PeaceHealth has lasted for 10 years, and the upgrade to the Esprit system is expected to enhance the precision of clinical treatments, allowing patients to maintain their quality of life post-treatment [2] - The medical staff at PeaceHealth has successfully provided Gamma Knife® radiosurgery treatments and anticipates that the upgrade will offer more personalized and patient-friendly options, enabling same-day discharge for patients [2]