Canon Medical Systems Announces New President, CEO

Aug. 4, 2026 — Canon Medical Systems USA (CMSU) has appointed Tsuneo "Neo" Imai as president and chief executive officer, effective Aug., 2026. Imai succeeds Hisashi Tachizaki, former president and CEO .

Imai assumes leadership of Canon Medical Systems USA during a period of continued investment and growth in the U.S. healthcare market. Canon Medical Group remains focused on helping healthcare providers deliver exceptional patient care through innovative imaging solutions, collaborative partnerships, and outstanding customer support.

Imai brings more than 40 years of healthcare industry experience with leadership positions across sales, marketing, service operations, business development, product strategy and strategic partnerships throughout North America, EMEA, Asia and Latin America. Most recently, he served as vice president of strategic partnerships and collaboration for the company, where he advanced key strategic initiatives and collaborations with leading healthcare institutions.

Under his leadership, CMSU will continue to deepen customer partnerships, expand access to innovative technologies and support healthcare providers in meeting evolving clinical and operational needs.

Innovation at Canon

"CMSU has earned the trust of healthcare providers through innovation, service, and long-standing partnerships," Imai said. "As we look ahead, our focus remains on helping customers meet evolving healthcare challenges while expanding access to technologies that improve care for patients and communities across the United States. We have an outstanding team and a strong foundation for continued growth and innovation."

The appointment reflects Canon's continued commitment to the U.S. market, one of the company's most important strategic regions. By aligning leadership with the evolving needs of healthcare providers and health systems, Canon Medical Group is strengthening its ability to deliver innovative technologies, meaningful partnerships, and solutions that support high-quality, patient-centered care.