Five to ten years ago, veterinarians were still learning and implementing ultrasound technology into their practice. Today, ultrasound plays a pivotal role in diagnostics and patient care. Selecting the right ultrasound machine is a significant decision for any veterinarian that requires careful consideration. Here’s a concise guide to help you make an informed choice. Assess Your Needs: Determine your clinic’s requirements. Consider the types of animals you primarily treat, the range of procedures you’ll perform, and whether you need specialized features like equine or exotic animal imagin ..read more

Electrical safety checks for ultrasound machines play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of ultrasound equipment. HTM professionals like biomedical equipment technicians and clinical engineers are responsible for conducting these checks to ensure that the electrical components of ultrasound machines meet industry standards and pose no risk to users. The primary objective of ultrasound electrical safety checks is to identify any potential hazards such as faulty wiring, improper grounding, or insulation breakdown. By performing regular inspections and tests, HTM’s can detect issues ea ..read more

Members Rate AUS with 5-Stars   TULSA, OKLAHOMA – APRIL 18, 2023 – Advanced Ultrasound Systems (AUS), a leading provider of ultrasound equipment, parts, service, and training was named “Top 100 DOTmed Company of 2023.”  This is the second year in a row DOTmed has included AUS as a top-ranked vendor in their magazine, Healthcare Business News.  DOTmed’s highest rated vendors and suppliers are included in this list based on their responsiveness, integrity, their commitment to quality service and exceptional products.  Last year, AUS also achieved certified status with DOTmed ..read more

When caring for healthcare imaging equipment, precision and reliability are paramount. Ultrasound machines play a crucial role in diagnosing and monitoring patients, making regular inspections of the equipment a necessity to ensure accurate results and patient safety. To streamline your first call process for ultrasound machine inspections, follow this comprehensive checklist. Preparation: Gather all necessary tools and the machine’s user manual, inspection forms, and relevant safety guidelines. Visual Inspection: Begin by visually examining the entire ultrasound machine for any vis ..read more

Buyer’s Guide to Finding the Perfect Portable Ultrasound Repair Vendor Portable ultrasound machines are indispensable tools for healthcare professionals but are prone to occasional malfunctions and breakdowns. When your portable ultrasound acts up, it is essential to have a reliable and efficient portable ultrasound repair vendor assess the unit and repair it. In this blog post, we will explore the key factors you should consider when choosing a repair vendor for your portable devices. Expertise and Certification: One of the most crucial aspects to evaluate is the vendor’s expertise and ..read more

Portable ultrasound equipment is a critical diagnostic tool for a variety of medical disorders, from pregnancy to heart disease. There are several issues that might impact the visual quality and knowing how to efficiently diagnose the issue is crucial. Here are some suggested steps for troubleshooting portable ultrasound. The first step in troubleshooting any electrical item is to confirm that it has a reliable power source, as insufficient power might result in problems with image quality. Ensure the outlet is functional and that the ultrasound machine is properly plugged in. Ensure the batt ..read more

TULSA, OKLAHOMA – APRIL 18, 2023 – Advanced Ultrasound Systems (AUS), a leading provider of ultrasound equipment, parts, service, and training was named “Top 100 DOTmed Company of 2023.”  This is the second year in a row DOTmed has included AUS as a top-ranked vendor in their magazine, Healthcare Business News.  DOTmed’s highest rated vendors and suppliers are included in this list based on their responsiveness, integrity, their commitment to quality service and exceptional products.  Last year, AUS also achieved certified status with DOTmed, assuring their customers of product ..read more

After working in the Ultrasound service field for almost 2 decades one thing has become abundantly clear…customers don’t adequately back up their systems. Backing up configuration information on ultrasound systems is the foundation of equipment maintenance. The data saved during a system backup includes: customer presets, network configurations for the system and destinations, customer preferences, and options keys.  The adage, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” could not be more appropriately applied than with this topic. A backup doesn’t merely consist of copyi ..read more

A common reason for a tech support call is the sudden inability of a client’s system to save images.  Many of these callers are calling about equipment that has just been moved and changes were made to DICOM.  Although we can assist if this happens, here are some ways to avoid this happening in the future: Talk to  IT Talk to either the IT department or the network administrator and gather all the required information before changing the DICOM settings.  Be sure to gather: the system’s TCP/IP address including gateway (if applicable), the system’s name and system’s AE titl ..read more

I’ve been asked to help organizations improve their probe care and handling techniques to reduce the overall cost for repair and replacement.  Since the #1 cause of damage and need for repair is the mishandling of probes, you can become the catalyst for reducing the cost of replacement and repair by educating end users and adding periodic checks. PROPER PROBE CARE AND HANDLING Sonographers are handling the probes on a daily basis.  Each  cable is vulnerable. Each connector pin is vulnerable.  Every sterilization process creates an opportunity for damage if improper procedur ..read more