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OEC 9900 Elite C-Arm Benefits
OEC 9900 Elite C-Arm – State-of-the-Art Image Quality and User-Friendly Interface: The OEC 9900 Elite C-Arm is designed to deliver superb clinical images during both simple and challenging imaging cases, with fast and easy positioning. See which configuration – based on II size, type of C and optional features – will best meet your clinical…
Read MoreGE OEC 9800 C-Arm Benefits
The GE OEC 9800 is the most popular type of c-arm installed in medical facilities across the world. There are two types of GE OEC 9800 c-arms the original one built from 1999 up to 2002 when the OEC 9800 Plus model. There are a few difference besides age that differentiates between the original OEC…
Read MoreRent or Buy a C-Arm Machine
So you are in need of a c-arm machine, but not sure whether to rent or buy a new or used c-arm machine. First, you have to decide what is going to be the primary need is and what budget you have in place. If you are looking for a project, have your c-arm out…
Read MoreWhat is a Mini C-Arm?
In 2004 Mini C-Arms or mobile c-arms came into the medical imaging market to help with orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, and pediatric imaging. The smaller and mobile Mini-C-Arm gives high-quality digital images that can be sent to multiple locations simultaneously and can be dispatched far away without being deformed. Mini C-Arms Just like popular brands…
Read MoreFunctions of a C-Arm Machine
Functions of a C-arm Fluoroscopic X-ray System A C-Arm machine is a medical imaging device that is built on x-ray machinery. The “C” in C-Arm comes from the C-shaped arm on the machine. C-Arms are used in an operating room to help get accurate x-rays of neurology procedures, vascular surgery, abdominal repair, percutaneous valve replacement,…
Read More4 Tips on Buying a Used or Refurbished C-ARM
Anytime you buy anything used or refurbished it comes with some risk as opposed to buying something new. Same goes with medical imaging equipment like C-Arm machines. Before you even start shopping for brands and models of C-Arm machines you want to know what exactly your practice needs from a C-Arm. Here are 4 tips…
Read MoreOEC C-ARM Tube – How Long does it Last
Common Questions: “How long does an OEC C-Arm last?”. To answer the latter, there is no real way to determine how long your used C-Arm tube will live. “What is the best C-Arm for my practice?” We can help you choose the right type of used C-Arm machine, but to know how long an OEC…
Read MoreTips on Renting a C-ARM
3 Do’s and Don’ts of Renting a C-ARM Medical Machine Renting any type of medical imaging equipment is unlike renting common things like a Uhaul. Especially when it comes to renting a C-ARM machine you want to make sure an be as prepared as possible. If your C-ARM machine broke down and you need to…
Read MoreOEC 9800 C-ARM vs. OEC 9900 C-ARM MACHINE
When it comes to comparing the OEC 9800 vs. OEC 9900 it comes down to a few details since they are over 86% comparable. Both the OEC 9800 vs. OEC 9900 come equipped with several features, but there are some differences especially in price. A new or used OEC 9900 will always cost more than…
Read MoreWhat Used C-ARM to Buy: OEC C-Arms or Philips Pulsera C-Arms?
Top 3 Reasons to Buy Either OEC C-Arm and Philips Pulsera C-Arm Whether you are in the medical field of orthopedics, gastroenterology, cardiology or even dentistry chances are your practice requires c-arm medical imaging equipment. Two popular brands used medical equipment buyers always research are the Philips Pulsera C-Arms and OEC C-Arms. Both manufacturers of…
Read MoreVersatility of the Comed KMC-950 C-Arm
When caring for your patients, you want an imaging tool that can give you fast and accurate information. You want a versatile tool that can capture images from almost any angle. The Comed KMC-950 C-Arm is the right tool for the job. Built with ease of movement and use in mind, the Comed KMC-950 comes…
Read MoreRadiology Careers in High Demand Again
Here at Pacific Healthcare Imaging, we work closely with radiologists and provide them with the equipment they need to do their jobs. Fifteen years ago, in 2003, demand for radiologists peaked, according to Merritt Hawkins, one of the nation’s largest physician recruiting and placement firm. That year, it was requested more than any other specialty. With…
Read MorePica – A Horrifying and Fascinating Condition
More than 30 years ago, a woman by the name of Margaret Daalman came into a Rotterdam hospital complaining of a stomach ache. With a single x-ray, the answer to her problem was obvious: an enormous collection of 78 different pieces of silverware (forks and spoons) were sitting in her stomach. Surgeons quickly operated on her and…
Read MoreRisk and Reward: Balancing Radiation and Patient Health
In all medical practices and especially in radiology, patient health should be at the forefront of every procedure and act. As imaging technology continues to develop, an important question arises: is enough being done to safeguard the patient during treatment? Specifically, are the doses of radiation given through imaging minimized so that the patient is…
Read MoreThe Future of Radiology
Technology in the medical sector is moving at an amazing pace, giving radiologists, doctors, and surgeons astounding accuracy when it comes to diagnosing and treating disease. Something radiologists should never fear, however, is the advancement of machine learning and automation. The human element will always be present in medicine, perhaps not in reading the images…
Read MoreThe “Impact” of Sports Concussions
In recent years, the condition of concussions has fallen into center stage because of the ongoing research and lawsuits surrounding the effects concussions have had on professional NFL players. According to the National Institutes of Health, sports are the second leading cause of brain injury to people between the ages of 15 and 24 of…
Read MoreAvoiding Radiation as a Radiology Technician
Radiation has undoubtedly changed the way the medical world operates for the better. Being able to gather accurate and timely information about injuries, fractures, and much more in a non-invasive way has improved medicine a thousand-fold. For the most part, the radiation emitted by x-ray and C-arm machines is harmless to the patient. But how does a radiation technician…
Read More4 Signs That Your C-Arm Might Need Maintenance
Healthcare industries have some of the greatest need for fully functioning, accurate equipment. But no machine lasts forever, and they all need occasional maintenance. Often, the more complex or powerful the machine, the more costly and problematic malfunctions can be. C-Arms are one such piece of equipment; large and high-powered, they need careful maintenance to…
Read More3 Best Practices for Maintaining Your Portable X-Ray Machine
The accuracy and speed of many forms of medical care depend greatly on how reliable your imaging equipment is, and mobile X-Ray machines are no exception. With mobility comes additional wear and tear that has to be accounted for to maximize the uptime of the equipment and in turn their utility to doctors and patients…
Read More3 Things to Expect From A Career In Radiology
The role of a radiologist is to use the latest in advanced imaging equipment to gather information about the human body to help identify anomalies and make diagnoses and evaluate an individual’s medical condition. It’s a somewhat unique role in the healthcare world and a career that can be highly rewarding. It’s our job at Pacific…
Read MoreHistory of the X-Ray
The x-ray machine has revolutionized the medical industry by allowing doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers clearly peer into the inner workings of the human body without intrusion. Early in its history, however, x-rays were an unknown phenomenon, as were all forms of potentially harmful radiation. Did the benefits outweigh the risks? To the first…
Read MoreIs It Better to Buy Refurbished Medical Equipment?
MRI systems, portable x-rays, c-arms, and other medical equipment is vital for things to run smoothly in your hospital or doctor office, however, it also comes at a price. When a machine starts to malfunction or it’s time for an additional piece of equipment, it’s time to start thinking about budgets and how much you can pay…
Read More4 Amazing Advancements in Radiology
The medical field benefits immensely with the advancement and discovery of new technologies. Radiology, an industry that relies heavily on technology, is an especially exciting field for new tech and discoveries, which happen almost every year! We watch these advancements closely at Pacific Healthcare Imaging and today we’d like to share some of the most…
Read MoreHow to Reduce X-ray Exposure During a Used C-arm Procedure
Where should I stand in relation to the X-ray tube during a used C-arm procedure? The scattered radiation from the patient comprises the main source of radiation dose to staff. Measurements have shown that scattered radiation from a patient’s body is more intense at the entrance side of the X-ray beam (i.e. on the side…
Read MoreHow to Use a MediCap USB200 to Share C-Arm Images
Some of our customers who are just starting out have a very limited budget. Their only option is to purchase a used C-arm that does not have DICOM send. However, they still can send their images into PACS or network using a Medicap Digital Device (like the MediCap USB200), which is connected to your used C-arm. This product…
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