Siemens Biograph PET/CT Scanners Compared
If you're in the market for a PET/CT scanner, you know there are a plethora of options to choose...
If you're in the market for a PET/CT scanner, you know there are a plethora of options to choose...
After navigating years of fluctuating deduction limits, shifting value rates, and unexpected...
Those in the market for a refurbished Siemens CT scanner know there are multiple systems and to...
If you're on the hunt for a Siemens 1.5T MRI, you already know there are a number of models...
The popularity of Siemens wide-bore magnets has been unparalleled in the marketplace since 2005.
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A reliable MRI machine is a cornerstone modality for many hospitals and imaging centers.
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The X-ray tube is the single most expensive consumable part of a CT. It comes as no surprise,...
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Like any piece of medical imaging equipment, C-arms can experience errors and problems. You or your...
Facilities that own one or multiple C-Arm systems should be aware that C-arms do not do well in...
When selling a piece of imaging equipment like a Hologic bone densitometer, details are everything.
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There is a long list of items to check off your MRI room list prior to buying and installing an MRI...
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If you recently purchased a new to you piece of medical imaging equipment for your facility -...
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From shifts with reimbursement rates, regulations, and patient trends, it is important to keep your...
If you’ve ever had a parts suppliers offer you a refurbished X-Ray tube for your CT, rad room, or...
Are you looking to sell your Hologic Selenia Dimensions digital mammography system? There are some...
Imaging equipment service is not a one-size-fits-all proposition, and comes with many questions.
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If you've owned or operated an MRI machine for even just a few years of the last decade, you know...
If you're in the market for a CT scanner, you've more than likely considered where to house it in...
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If you own an MRI scanner, your OEM has likely used the phrase "end of life" when discussing your...
One question we're asked on a regular basis about interventional radiology equipment is, "What's...
Bringing a new (or new to you) X-ray system into an imaging facility can be an overwhelming...
If you’re hoping to sell a piece of medical imaging equipment you’ll need to gather a LOT of...
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There are a lot of things that can throw annual capital budgets into chaos, but few may raise the...
“End of Life.” Sounds morbid, doesn’t it? But before you flood your mind with images of long black...
New PET/CTs are usually one of the most expensive scanners in a hospital or imaging facility. Most...
If your team uses the GE Innova 2100, 3100, or 4100, you might have received a letter saying that...
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Before we talk about the differences between the GE Innova Cath Lab and the GE Innova IQ, I beg...
The GE Discovery family of PET/CTs is like a pack of vicious velociraptors; quick, quiet, and...
If you're in the market for a new or refurbished CT scanner, you may have noticed there is a buffet...
The Fuji Persona CS is an eye-catching newcomer to the C-arm market; and rightfully so. It boasts a...
In most regards, the detector is one of the most important components on a digital mammography...
OEC and Ziehm are both big names in the C-arm game. You can count on either manufacturer to bring a...
As with all modalities of imaging equipment, PET scanning is gradually moving in the direction of...
I've been in the MRI machine business for quite some time; discussing their attributes, comparing...
So, you're looking for high-quality, hospital-grade X-ray equipment; a rad room that can handle it...
Beyond the obvious difference in size, there are several other key differences between mini C-arm,...
The X-ray tube market is not immune to the supply chain "pinch" being felt in almost every other...
If your facility uses a GE Discovery ST or STE PET/CT scanner , you've probably received a letter...
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OEC and Siemens are two of the biggest names among C-arm manufacturers. They both have a reputation...
For years, the options in hemodynamic monitoring have been somewhat limited, with the GE MacLab as...
If you’ve come across this blog, you're probably either a) assessing your parts risk in owning a...
After all the disruptions, setbacks, and complications of the last two years, it's probably not a...
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Pretty much everyone can agree that using energy more efficiently is a good thing. What some of us...
After years of constant change- up and down deduction limits, shifting depreciation rates,...
Of all the modalities in the diagnostic imaging arena, CT has undergone, perhaps, the most...
This blog has been updated from its original posting, 11/6/2019
The big news for any ambulatory...
The Philips Gemini PET/CT line is now three generations deep. From the Gemini Dual and 16 Power, to...
3D tomo mammography hasn't been FDA-approved for very long (about 10 years). Because of this, the...
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The Hologic Selenia product line is a leader in the digital mammography modality, and rightfully...
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A quality sound system has become a patient comfort standard in MRI suites. In light of the wide...
The following is a relatively quick and simple, but very important task for anyone owning or...
“You can’t always get what you want...” the Rolling Stones once sang, and though they probably...
If you are considering purchasing an OEC 9800 C-arm, one of the biggest questions on your mind...
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The image generator (IG) module on your GE CT scanner is a vital part of the image reconstruction...
When the time comes to bring in a new imaging system, swap out an old one, or sell one to clear out...
If you're already serving mammography patients but are hoping to expand your breast cancer...
Many of the MRI machine valuation calls we receive are from people who have never had to try to...
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If this year’s capital equipment budget originally included money for a new PET/CT system (likely...
Most people have more than a few questions right out of the gate as they consider an imaging...
As an elite MRI manufacturer, Siemens continues to create impressive technical advances in each new...
When we talk to people who are looking to outfit a pain management practice, one of the questions...
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When we talk to buyers looking into their first C-arm purchase, we're commonly asked questions...
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People frequently ask us what, if any, requirements have been set for X-ray shielding in rooms...
Each year thousands of C-arm buyers from around the world seek out our help and advice when...
Over the last several years, MRI systems have continued to evolve and become more patient-friendly....
For the last several years, people have been looking for ways to continue using and even improve...
Time for an upgrade? Thinking about changing your service offerings? Whatever the reason, you're...
HIPAA compliance and limited onboard storage are part of the day-to-day reality of using a C-arm....
“It's kind of like buying a car” goes the cliché. In many ways, that’s true when buying pre-owned...
As anyone who owns a cellphone can tell you: batteries don't last forever! Even rechargeable...
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While Siemens is busy marketing and selling their latest CT scanners, the "SOMATOM go" series, the...
Both OEC and Philips manufacture good C-arms. So, why do many prefer OEC? In our opinion, there are...
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When we are offered used CT scanners from countries outside the USA, we always ask "Do you have...
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Many of our readers have asked us the question: “What’s the difference between getting a breast MRI...
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The Axiom Artis is one of the most prevalent product lines from Siemens in the interventional...
Still not totally convinced buying refurbished medical imaging equipment is a good idea? We'd like...
When you see “ISO Certified” on a medical imaging company’s website or marketing materials, you may...
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I am regularly asked, "Why does a GE CT scanner cost so much more than the other manufacturers?" We...
Growing global connections is exciting... Trade barriers are falling and the world is your...
Now that your CT, MRI, or other medical imaging equipment has been installed, let us be among the...
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The wonders of technology have created a greater peace of mind for many medical offices and...
As you begin your search for a new cath lab, the number of choices and options can be overwhelming-...
Most of us expect to pay much less for something that is refurbished than something that is new....
As the world of breast imaging and breast biopsy continues to shift rapidly toward a single...
Whether you're meeting an increased volume need, testing a market, or simply trying to shift some...
A common mistake we see in the cath lab planning and construction process is not accounting for the...
So, you’ve decided it's time to sell your mammography system. You’ve found a buyer for the...
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At Block Imaging, we subscribe to the “measure twice, cut once” philosophy. Nothing is more...
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The 1.5T scanner is the quintessential MRI machine. It's powerful enough to perform the vast...
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The two most recent additions to the Orthoscan mini C-arm product line, the Orthoscan HD1000 and...
Preparing your facility to receive any new piece of medical imaging equipment can be a process with...
The advancement of CT technology has traveled largely predictable paths over the last two decades;...
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If you are not yet familiar with The Critical Medical Infrastructure Right-to-Repair Act of 2020,...
We've said it before, but it bears repeating: purchasing is not the only (or always the best)...
Philips cath labs come loaded with a wide variety of hardware and software options. As a result,...
Just a few years ago, Siemens launched their Cios C-arms, debuting new technology that made them a...
This one goes out to all the CT scanner shoppers that still need a little coaching to find their...
For those entering the cath lab market for the first time, there are scads of options on the table...
The manufacturer tells you your CT scanner needs 2 preventative maintenance (PM) visits each year....
With most of the things people rent, the process is relatively simple. There aren't generally a lot...
In many areas, government regulations require a warning light outside radiological exam rooms to...
When you were new to the C-Arm market (and perhaps you still are) undoubtedly one of the first...
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What is the maximum weight capacity for my CT table? We get this question, or some form of it,...
You’ve been there: the head of radiology insists that the new 1024-slice CT is the technology you...
Upgrading imaging equipment can be a challenging topic to broach in the critical access hospital...
Most of us involved with medical imaging equipment are well aware that it generates a considerable...
Almost daily, someone asks us: "Do I need to put lead-lined walls around my imaging system?"
We're...
GE is nothing if not consistent when it comes to naming conventions. First it was Hispeeds and...
When you're working with your OEC 9800 day-in and day-out to serve a busy schedule of patients,...
Purchasing is not the only option to get the C-arm or X-ray equipment you need into your facility....
The famous saying says, “You have to spend money to make money.” That may be true in the game of...
Once you've decided that renting an X-ray system is a good fit for your facility, your next...
Since first publishing this article in 2015, thousands more people have come to us with a wide...
We emphasize preventive maintenance (PM) a lot here at Block Imaging. We type about it in emails....
In the world of pre-owned MRI systems, there are many options with wildly varied pricing. If you’re...
It wasn't long ago that OEC 9900 C-arms were still rare on the secondary market. As the model has...
When a lot of people shop around for an imaging equipment service contract they focus a great deal...
If you're searching the secondary market for a good value on a GE Essential mammography system, you...
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One of the most common issues we see with OEC products is torn cables. By my estimate, 30-40% of...
Looking for a prone stereotactic table? Or perhaps you're seeking parts or engineering coverage for...
The Siemens Arcadis C-arm series is comprised of models known for powerful generators, hardily...
We'll be honest- most of the conversations we have with buyers about cath lab equipment revolve...
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Your CT scanner's signal brushes and power brushes play a critical role in the operation of your...
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