When we talk to people who are looking for an MRI for their hospital, clinic or practice, they always want more information about MRI coils—what they actually do, what types are available and which ones are right for the job. It’s actually one of the most important considerations when buying a new or pre-owned MRI. To that end, here’s a guide to everything you want (and need) to know about MRI channel coils.
Topics: Buying Imaging Equipment, Medical Imaging Comparisons, MRI
The population of people who can manage their own health to maintain a healthy lifestyle has yet to be reached. The average individual costs per year in additional medical expenses due to chronic diseases such as Diabetes, Smoking, Obesity and High Blood Pressure have steadily gone up.
Topics: Medical Imaging News, More Than Just Imaging Solutions
The first question everyone wants to know is what is the price difference between GE OEC C-Arms and Philips Pulsera C-Arms. GE OEC is more expensive – this is a definitive fact of the world we live in, like the earth being round.
Topics: Buying Imaging Equipment, Medical Imaging Comparisons, C-Arm
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association’s Medical Imaging & Technology Alliance (MITA) has published XR 29 Standard Attributes on Computed Tomography (CT) Equipment Related to Dose Optimization and Management. XR 29, also known as MITA Smart Dose, includes four key features of CT equipment that enable optimization or management of radiation dose delivery while also providing high quality medical images.
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Qualis Health Award Project presented by Hal J. Mason RT, R, CT, CT Technologist at Yakima Memorial Hospital, Valley Imaging Outpatient Imaging Center in Yakima, Washington.
Topics: iterative image reconstruction, Low-dose solution, Imaging Equipment Solutions
Everyone knows that Siemens ARCADIS C-Arms deliver high performance and quality and can be a great investment for your practice, hospital or clinic. However, with three different ARCADIS C-arms to choose from, how do you know which one is right for you?
Topics: Buying Imaging Equipment, Medical Imaging Comparisons, C-Arm
As the market for refurbished CT’s continues to grow, our customers have been asking for information about a wide variety of CT systems for 6-slice, 16-slice and 64-slice CTs. While Atlantis Worldwide can provide you with virtually any refurbished CT system, today, we’re going to focus on the Siemens EMOTION.
Topics: Buying Imaging Equipment, Medical Imaging Comparisons, CT Scanner
By far, the LightSpeed is still dominant over the BrightSpeed in systems installed. Part of the reason for this is that it took some time for the BrightSpeed to catch on, particularly in the USA. Initially, it was seen as the ‘budget version’ of the LightSpeed, and typically had fewer standard options. However, a key advantage for some was that it had a slightly smaller footprint. While this space issue is not a concern for most hospitals, it sometimes made the difference between getting a GE system or not for many clinics and imaging centers.
Topics: Buying Imaging Equipment, Medical Imaging Comparisons, CT Scanner
So you’re in the market for a C-Arm and are torn between the OEC 9800 and the OEC 9900. Which do you choose?
Topics: Medical Imaging Equipment Costs, Medical Imaging Comparisons, C-Arm
If you’re planning an MRI for your practice, clinic, hospital or medical facility, brace yourself. Because once you’ve decided which MRI is right for you—be it new or pre-owned, a replacement of an existing unit or a totally new install—there are even more things you have to plan for! Here’s a checklist that can help you during the process.
Topics: Buying Imaging Equipment, Imaging Equipment Solutions, MRI
