Samsung unveils R20 ultrasound system with AI-powered imaging
Samsung Medison has introduced the R20 ultrasound system at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) 2025 Annual Meeting in Chicago, addressing growing clinical demands for enhanced diagnostic imaging in increasingly complex patient populations. The system combines advanced hardware architecture with artificial intelligence capabilities designed to support clinicians managing difficult-to-image patients whilst reducing operator strain.
Advanced imaging engine addresses clinical challenges
The R20 incorporates Samsung’s Advanced Imaging Engine, integrating sophisticated hardware with software beamforming technology to deliver improved image clarity and diagnostic accuracy. The system’s development responds to specific clinical pressures: rising obesity rates and chronic disease prevalence are contributing to higher rates of inconclusive ultrasound examinations, creating demand for systems with greater tissue penetration and diagnostic consistency.
“The R20 embodies our mission to elevate diagnostic imaging through purposeful innovation,” said Tracy Bury, Chief Commercial Officer of Samsung Healthcare in the USA and Vice President of Global Growth Initiatives. “Driven by close collaboration with clinicians, the R20’s technologies are designed as practical tools that make a real difference in how clinicians work and patients are cared for.”
AI integration and workflow automation
The platform features more than 12 AI-powered tools for real-time examination guidance, diagnostic assistance, workflow automation, and automated measurements. These capabilities aim to improve accuracy whilst reducing examination time, particularly valuable given current sonographer workforce shortages affecting healthcare systems globally.
Ergonomic validation meets clinical standards
Addressing musculoskeletal concerns prevalent among ultrasound operators, the R20 achieved independent validation against recognised ergonomic guidelines, meeting 100% of evaluated criteria. This focus on operator comfort responds to documented high rates of work-related pain amongst sonographers, which contribute to workforce attrition.
The R20 was unveiled on 30 November 2025 at RSNA’s annual meeting, marking its first presentation to the US market.
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