As the year winds down and the holiday season approaches, many businesses and healthcare facilities start to plan for the upcoming year’s needs. In the medical field, this often involves considering the purchase of new equipment and devices to enhance patient care and streamline operations. While buying medical devices at any time of the year is beneficial, there are compelling reasons to consider making these purchases specifically in the months of September, October, and November. From tax advantages to avoiding shipping delays, let’s delve into why these months are the optimal time to inves ..read more

April is Parkinson’s Awareness month and this year the Parkinson’s Foundation is urging all of us to “Take 6 Minutes” to raise awareness for Parkinson’s Disease so that you and your loved ones can live Better Lives. Together.  Every 6 minutes, someone will be diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD) in the U.S. – that’s 90,000 people diagnosed with PD every year.  Raising awareness can help improve treatments and find a cure for Parkinson’s disease. At USC we understand the impact of Parkinson’s disease first hand, having known employees within our own USC family, who have been afflic ..read more

Ultrasound continues to lead the way in new diagnostic imaging studies performed by healthcare professionals. As ultrasound is now widely used in a variety of diagnostic imaging studies, this presents new challenges with maintaining proper equipment handling, cleaning and disinfection. This is particularly evident in Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) applications including Emergency Room uses. Some imaging procedures may be more invasive than others and the potential for probe / transducer exposure to blood splatter, unsterile gel, etc. makes these environments more likely to produce events of ..read more

Ultrasound Single – Crystal Transducers – What do they mean for you? Single-Crystal Transducers are becoming increasingly popular in the field of Diagnostic Ultrasound, and are generally associated with the future of the technology. But what does Single-Crystal mean? What are the advantages and disadvantages of this type of transducer with your ultrasound machine?  What is the difference in reading an ultrasound image or study? The evolution of Ultrasound Transducers For the decades since their inception in the late 1950s, the lenses of Ultrasound transducers have been created using the s ..read more

March is designated as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.  Often known as the “Preventable Cancer”, the key is in early screening and detection.  According to the American Cancer Society, more than half (55%) of all CRCs in the United States are due to lifestyle factors.  These factors include an unhealthy diet, insufficient physical activity, high alcohol consumption, and smoking.  These lifestyle factors are typically associated with high-income countries, where CRC rates are highest.  Worldwide, increasing CRC incidence is considered a marker of economic transition ..read more

Many of you may not know the role that ultrasound plays in making cosmetic surgery safer and more effective than ever before.  An experienced surgeon has the research, education, and know-how, to safely perform all of the common plastic surgery procedures.  While today’s procedures have become common place, ultrasound technology allows for surgeons to see behind the skin, and plan for performing their work to effectively shape and construct the patient’s desired look. Ultrasound in Facial Aesthetics In the case of Facial Aesthetics, ultrasound can be used to understand and see the va ..read more

What is Phlebotomy? Phlebotomy is the procedure of using a needle to take blood from a vein, usually in your arm.  This procedure can also be called a blood draw or venipuncture, it’s an important tool for diagnosing many medical conditions. Typically, the blood that has been drawn from a patient is sent to a laboratory for testing, and sometimes the blood is withdrawn for treatment of certain medical conditions.  Blood drawn for treatment of medical conditions is called therapeutic phlebotomy.  Therapeutic Phlebotomy is used to remove extra red blood cells, unusually ..read more

  Cardiovascular Professionals Week takes place from February 13-19.  Hosted by the Association of Cardiovascular Professionals (ACVP), it marks an opportunity to recognize the dedication, professionalism, and impact of those who deliver emergent and routine cardiovascular care to some of the most vulnerable and intensive populations in the healthcare system. As we recognize the men and women who work within the Cardiovascular community, this is an opportunity for us to highlight the role that ultrasound plays in this most important diagnostic health segment.  When it ..read more

What is the mark of excellence?    It is a stamp or mark which aims to distinguish the ordinary from the extraordinary.  It is a Mark that represents a standard of excellence that is flawless and impeccable.  It’s the embodiment of the fire from within and that which motivates us. A passion for excellence that deeply stirs us and compels us into action. A passion that gives us the ability to be touched, moved and inspired. Passion is at the core of excellence.  At its simplest, our Mark of Excellence guarantees high-quality, uniform standards of service across our ..read more

CELEBRATING YOU  As Ultrasound Solutions embarks on our 20th year in business, we are proud to have provided the diagnostic imaging community with products and services over the years.  We intend to celebrate this milestone event throughout the coming year.    WHY CELEBRATE A BUSINESS ANNIVERSARY?  It is important to celebrate business anniversaries because taking time to honor these milestones gives us a chance to do the following:  Thank our loyal customers, partners, and vendors  Recognize employees for their hard work and dedication  Announce n ..read more