Medical Imaging Equipment Guide

Choosing the Best X-Ray Equipment

Jan 10, 2020 2:00:00 PM

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Bringing a new (or new to you) X-ray system into an imaging facility can be an overwhelming project, especially if it's your first time. To give those of you who might be wondering a nudge in the right direction, we're going to cover some top considerations to help you choose the very best X-ray equipment for you.

We'll cover functionality, patient volume levels, and placement by clinical specialty. And when you're done here, we recommend you hop over to our X-Ray Equipment Price Guide to learn what you can expect when budgeting for your X-ray system.

Topics: Buying Imaging Equipment, Refurbished Medical Imaging Equipment, X-Ray, Medical Imaging Equipment Cost

GE Optima XR220 vs. Carestream DRX Revolution

Posted by Devinn LoVette

Dec 18, 2019 11:45:00 AM

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For those considering the next tier of digital X-ray solutions, a portable can be a great place to look for space and cost savings. Finding the right unit that can provide high quality images, survive the bumps and bruises of a fast pace clinical environment, and give doctors and techs the confidence needed to serve patients is essential.

Today we're going to review two popular models on the secondary market that just might fit the bill: the GE Optima 220 and the Carestream DRX Revolution, both native digital systems. Keep reading to see where each of these models shines.

Topics: X-Ray

3 Flexible Medical Equipment Service Plans for MRI, CT, X-Ray, and More

Posted by Chris Kinnas

Oct 4, 2019 3:30:00 PM

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From where to have lunch to when to retire, life is filled with decisions that require careful consideration. Not the least of these is how to protect your CT, MRI, X-ray, or other medical imaging equipment with service and maintenance coverage.

No two imaging facilities are exactly alike, and that's why there is some flexibility among the plans you'll find on the service market. To help reduce your legwork as you enter the service market, we'll cover here three common imaging equipment service plans offered by service providers.

Topics: PET/CT, Nuclear Camera, Imaging Equipment Solutions, Cath/Angio, Imaging Equipment Service, MRI, C-Arm, X-Ray, DEXA, Mammography

GE Precision 500D Aurora vs. 500D Odetta

Posted by Devinn LoVette

Aug 23, 2019 11:48:00 AM

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If you're considering a GE Precision 500D R/F room, you're looking at one of the most reliable workhorse systems in the entire imaging field. It's worth noting, however, that not all Precision 500D units are the same. In 2006, several years into the P500D production run, GE updated the system and their value increased significantly.

We'll share with you here how earlier P500D systems, known as "Odetta 500D" differ from later systems, known as "Aurora 500D", and what the difference means for R/F users.

Topics: Buying Imaging Equipment, X-Ray

3 Price Points for Digital X-ray Equipment Options

Posted by Devinn LoVette

Aug 22, 2019 2:11:00 PM

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Every day our team talks with people that want to add a digital X-ray system to their equipment stable, but have to do so at a certain price point. The good news for them is that there is more than one way to go digital, and each one accommodates a different budget.

Below, we'll share three digital X-ray options to help you begin building an idea of what might be the best fit for your facility's next solution.