Sensible Solutions for Refurbished Radiology

Are you thinking about replacing your CT Scanner in order to meet increased demand? Are you considering the addition of a new CT Scanner to offer a different imaging modality to your practice?  Before you make a final decision, one of the most important considerations is the number of data slices you need—or think you need.

So you need a C-Arm. There are countless options out there and it’s an important decision you don’t want to mess up. You do your research, you take a look at your practice and the procedures you perform and you pinpoint the C-Arm that works best for you. You decide that a refurbished C-Arm will provide the performance (and price!) you need, so you call the dealer, ready to buy. Then that knowledgeable salesman asks you what kind of C-Arm table you want. What?

So your clinic, hospital or practice needs a new C-Arm. And you’ve figured out which type you want, but you don’t know which model or manufacturer will fit your needs.  How do you know which one is right for you?  What’s the real difference between an OEC  9800 and OEC 9900? Which C-Arm is a real workhorse, and which one won’t stand up to day-in and day-out use? And is it better to buy a new one? Or can you get way more bang for your buck—and a great warranty—by buying a refurbished one? Popular Siemens C-Arms, Philips C-Arms and GE OEC C-Arms compared!

If you’re looking for a C-Arm (and it seems like everyone is these days), the choices can be overwhelming. There are the major brands to choose from like Philips, GE, Siemens, Ziehm, Genoray and GEMSS (formally known as COMED), but you also need to decide between the different variations of C-Arms that each manufacturer offers. However, if you’re interested in a C-Arm, we believe Phillips is a brand to look at, especially in the pre-owned or refurbished market. Let’s compare three different options: Philips Libra, Endura and Pulsera.

Do you know the difference between used and refurbished medical imaging equipment? Does anyone? I decided to look online and see what people’s comments and questions were. I was surprised—and not surprised—by the level of confusion out there. Some people thought that “used” means the equipment is still working and can be sold again. Some thought “refurbished” means the equipment is broken and scratched, then cleaned up and repaired and sold for lower price. Others thought that used equipment was sent back to the factory for minor repairs and was then wrapped in plastic and sold as refurbished.

Here at Atlantis Worldwide, we sell a lot of OEC C-Arms. That being the case, we get asked all sorts of questions about them: Why is it called a C-Arm? Do I need Vascular Capabilities? Will this C-Arm fit in a 10’ x 12’ Room? When it comes to OEC 9800s, the question we hear the most often is, “What is the difference between an OEC 9800 and an OEC 9800 Plus?”

Admit it. You heard that old song in your head when you read the headline, right? And if you’re a podiatrist or other physician who specializes in treating hands, shoulders, knees++ and toes, you’re sure to fall in love with a Mini C-Arm—and the revenue it can generate in your clinic or facility.

So, the time comes where you are replacing an existing CT, MRI, C-Arm, Mammography, etc. imaging system. In most instances, the OEM vendor (e.g. GE, Siemens, Philips, Toshiba, Hitachi, etc.) you select to provide your new system offers you a trade-in value for your existing system. While there are situations

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The OEC 9900 is the latest and greatest OEC currently on the market—and being such, it can be a costly purchase for a healthcare facility. Many clinics, hospitals and practices are considering a more affordable solution: the OEC Brivo C-Arm.