Sensible Solutions for Refurbished Radiology

Essential Guide to Lead Lining for Radiology Rooms

Posted by Vikki Harmonay on Wed, Dec 11, 2024 @ 10:12 AM

When designing or upgrading a radiology suite—whether it’s an R/F room, X-ray room, C-Arm setup or a full-service radiology room—proper lead shielding is crucial.

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Topics: Imaging Equipment Solutions

What You Need To Know About Installing Imaging Equipment

Posted by Vikki Harmonay on Wed, Nov 20, 2024 @ 12:11 PM

Buying new, used or refurbished medical imaging equipment for your healthcare facility is always exciting, but there are lots of details to take care of before it’s ready for patients.

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Topics: Buying Imaging Equipment, Imaging Equipment Solutions

The Pros & Cons: Image Intensifiers VS. Flat Panel Detectors

Posted by Alex Silbergleit on Mon, Sep 16, 2024 @ 11:09 AM

There are many differences between image intensifiers and digital flat panel detectors, the most important being the benefit of using digital imaging.

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Topics: C-Arm, Imaging Equipment Solutions

Understanding Radiology Systems: End of Life vs. End of Service Support

Posted by Vikki Harmonay on Wed, Jul 31, 2024 @ 12:07 PM

Let’s face it. Medical imaging equipment doesn’t last forever. That said, it’s important to understand the difference between “End of Life” and End Of Service Support in order to save money and resources.

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Topics: Imaging Equipment Solutions, Medical Imaging Equipment Service

Should You Buy or Lease A Mobile MRI Trailer?

Posted by Vikki Harmonay on Wed, Jul 24, 2024 @ 13:07 PM

In the United States, more than 40 million magnetic resonance imaging scans (MRI) are performed for diagnostic imaging purposes each year.

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Topics: Imaging Equipment Solutions, Mobile MRI

Comparison: CoolGlide™ LMB Tubes vs Ball Bearing Tubes

Posted by Vikki Harmonay on Wed, Jun 19, 2024 @ 15:06 PM

Back in 1989, Liquid Metal Bearing Technology was developed in Hamburg, Germany and became the “gold standard” for CT and Image Guided Therapy systems.

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Topics: Imaging Equipment Solutions

Does A Mobile Trailer Need A Certificate Of Need?

Posted by Vikki Harmonay on Wed, Jun 12, 2024 @ 15:06 PM

Good question, but first things first: a CON is a Certificate of Need. These are legislated by each individual state and not every state requires one. A CON regulates the overbuilding of healthcare facilities and healthcare price regulation.

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Topics: Imaging Equipment Solutions, Mobile MRI

What Is The Longevity Of Your Cath Lab Tube?

Posted by Vikki Harmonay on Wed, May 8, 2024 @ 12:05 PM

Good question! If you have a Cath Lab, you want to know how long your Cath Lab tube or X-ray tube will last. Does it last as long as a CT tube?

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Topics: Cath/Angio, Imaging Equipment Solutions

Renting vs. Buying: C-Arm Options To Consider

Posted by Alex Silbergleit on Wed, Apr 17, 2024 @ 12:04 PM

These days, many medical imaging facilities are choosing to rent an imaging solution instead of purchasing one. But how do you know when it make more sense to rent than buy?

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Topics: C-Arm, Imaging Equipment Solutions

Solving Power Quality Issues in Radiology Equipment: Key Solutions

Posted by Vikki Harmonay on Wed, Apr 3, 2024 @ 11:04 AM

One of the most common reasons for equipment failures at health care facilities is insufficient power quality. Power quality problems wreak

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Topics: Imaging Equipment Solutions