ControlRad Systems adds former GE exec to board of directors

Paul J. Mirabella, former president and CEO of GE Healthcare’s Global Diagnostic Imaging business, has joined the ControlRad Systems board of directors, the company announced this week.

Mirabella has more than 40 years of experience working in the healthcare industry. Besides his time with GE Healthcare, he also served as the chairman and CEO of Naviscan, an imaging start-up.

Guillaume Bailliard, ControlRad Systems president and CEO, discussed the positive impact adding Mirabella to the board of directors will have on the company’s future.

“We are thrilled that Paul has joined our board,” Bailliard said. “His experience in leading product development, service, marketing, sales and global business teams, along with his relevant industry relationships, will bring tremendous value to the company.”

ControlRad System is is a Philadelphia-based medical device company with engineering facilities in Kfar Saba, Israel. It emphasizes products that reduce radiation exposure for both patients and physicians.

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