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C-Arm Uses and Definition
C-Arm Uses and Definition: A medical imaging unit used primarily for fluoroscopic imaging during surgical and orthopedic procedures. A c-arm uses a computer workstation to view, manipulate, store and transfer the images. The C-Arm is named for the C-shaped arm used to connect the x-ray source and x-ray detector to one another. The first C-arm…
Read MoreSelling Your Medical Equipment
Selling your medical equipment, no longer needed at your facility, can be difficult. You have to find the right venue, decide on price, etc and it will take a lot of valuable time away from your regular business. Pacific Healthcare Imaging has been in the business of buying medical equipment for many years. We take…
Read MoreDiagnostic Imaging Equipment Service Agreements
Diagnostic imaging equipment service agreements are essential for your facility. There are countless factors to consider – budget, service provider preferences, availability of in-house repair technicians. The level of service needed will depend on factors that are most important to your practice. Diagnostic Imaging Equipment Service Agreements: Full-Service: Service can be requested 24/7 usually via a…
Read MoreOEC 9900 C-Arm
OEC 9900 C-Arm Elite image processing power is 100 times greater than older OEC C-Arm models. It uses Dynamic Range Management and is capable of producing 1k x 1k high-resolution images. GE Healthcare has set the standard for c-arms and the OEC 9900 c-arm is no different, incorporating leading edge performance and enriched technology. The…
Read MoreX-Rays
X-Rays have revolutionized the medical industry. Healthcare providers can now clearly peer into the human body without intrusion. X-Ray – Discovery and First Use: Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen, a professor at Wuerzburg University in Germany discovered the x-ray 1895. When the cathode ray was active in his laboratory with high voltage, fluorescent minerals nearby began to…
Read MoreFluoroscopic Imaging
Fluoroscopic imaging is used at least 50% of the time on an estimated 4-10 million patients in the U.S., using equipment such as a Fluoroscopic C-Arm. Most clinicians favor fluoroscopy because it allows for a more exact needle placement, which ensures the accurate delivery of the injected drug. However, fluoroscopic guidance as an interventional technique…
Read MoreMobile Imaging Systems
Mobile Imaging Systems are an essential part of everyday hospital life, due to their ability to move around the patient. The optimum angle for a high-quality image is achieved, while keeping the patient comfortable. Specialists in fields such as surgery, orthopedics, traumatology, vascular surgery and cardiology use C-arms for intraoperative imaging. The devices provide high-resolution…
Read MoreC-Arm Rentals
C-Arm rentals can be an attainable operating expense that fits into even modest budgets. For many hospitals, clinics, or private imaging centers, buying a new or used C-Arm requires large capital expenditures. The greatest value of renting is the low risk it carries. It brings the equipment you need into your facility, and costs you…
Read MoreRenting C-Arm
Renting C-Arm can be an attainable operating expense that fits into even modest budgets. For many hospitals, clinics, or private imaging centers, buying a new or used C-Arm requires large capital expenditures. The greatest value of renting c-arm is the low risk it carries. It brings the equipment you need into your facility, and costs…
Read MoreMedical Imaging Service Contracts
Medical imaging service contracts for your imaging equipment are essential. It is important to remember that not all service contracts are created equally, and there is nothing more frustrating than not being able to provide your C-Arm services because of downtime. Make sure that the place you’re opting for has a reputation for providing efficient…
Read MoreC-Arm Machine Sizes
C-Arm machine sizes include Mini C-Arms, Compact C-Arms, and Full-Size C-Arms. Keep in mind there are also modifications for C-arms such as digital retrofit devices for analog C-arms. C-arms are used for a range of diagnostic imaging and minimally invasive surgical procedures. They are flexible, and can be used in a variety of situations. Mini C-Arms:…
Read MoreOEC 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 needs. Imaging profiles optimize your image…
Read MoreC-Arm Purchase
C-Arm Purchase Considerations: C-Arm Purchase decision is simple but choosing the right for your practice can be overwhelming. Without having adequate knowledge, the search process can become information overload with the wide variety of brands, sizes, and costs involved. In the end, the deciding factor in your C-Arm purchase comes down to what type of imaging…
Read MoreMajor C-Arm Companies
Major C-Arm Companies – Differences to Consider When Purchasing Imaging Equipment. Major C-Arm companies are GE, Philips, Siemens, Ziehm, Hologic, and SonoSite. Cost? When it comes to the cost of a C-Arm what matters the most is the age of the C-Arm, features, as well as the brand & model. For example, a Philips Pulsera can…
Read MoreOEC 9800 – Best Selling C-Arm
While it is true that OEC no longer sells new 9800 C-arms, the OEC 9800 has been the best-selling C-arm ever in America. It has been a mainstay on the C-Arm market for 20 years, but many are concerned that it will become obsolete or declared end of life. The latest new unit sold in…
Read MoreRenting Imaging Equipment
Renting imaging equipment can be an attainable operating expense that fits into even modest budgets. For many hospitals, clinics, or private imaging centers, buying new or used imaging equipment requires large capital expenditures. The greatest value of renting is the low risk it carries. It brings the equipment you need into your facility, and costs…
Read MoreRent Versus Buying Medical Equipment
Rent versus buying medical equipment is a business decision that varies according to each practice’s unique needs and goals. Practices will rent medical equipment as a test of actual usage before venturing into a particular service line. Common reasons why medical practices rent equipment: Provide uninterrupted operations while equipment is repaired/recalibrated. You have access to…
Read MoreRenting a C-Arm
Renting a C-Arm can be an attainable operating expense that fits into even modest budgets. For many hospitals, clinics, or private imaging centers, buying a new or used C-Arm requires large capital expenditures. The greatest value of renting is the low risk it carries. It brings the equipment you need into your facility, and costs…
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