Summary Ultrasound probes, also known as transducers, are handheld devices that send high-frequency sound waves into the body and receive the echoes that bounce back. Because sound behaves differently in soft tissue, bone, air, and fluid, probes come in different shapes, sizes, and frequencies to suit different exams. The main types include linear, convex or curvilinear, phased [...]

Summary Keeping an ultrasound machine in good working order is not just smart, it is essential for patient safety and day-to-day reliability. Once the manufacturer’s warranty ends, most facilities move to a service contract that covers things like replacement parts, technician labor, preventive maintenance, software updates, and remote support. In many cases, maintenance costs are tied to [...]

Summary Diagnostic medical sonographers, often called ultrasound technicians, play an important role in healthcare. They use ultrasound equipment to capture images that help physicians diagnose and monitor medical conditions. The path into this field usually starts with a high school diploma or GED, followed by an accredited sonography program, clinical training, and professional certification. Depending on your [...]

With a well-earned reputation for excellence among health care providers, Philip’s EPIQ line of ultrasound machines are equipped with new technologies that provide reliable, always-running solutions to enhance the care health organizations provide to patients. An innovative take on the classic EPIQ ultrasound system line, Philip’s EPIQ Elite is a premium ultrasound that provides exceptional workflow, clinical [...]

While some ultrasound studies require little user experience, others, such as ultrasound of the kidneys, testicles, or prostate, require more skill. Whether you are a part of a department in a large hospital or you own your own private practice, you need an ultrasound system designed to fit your urology workflow. A bladder ultrasound is most commonly [...]

As an important diagnostic tool for pain management healthcare professionals, point-of-care ultrasound systems (POCUS) are portable, focused, accessible, and quick, delivering real-time and interactive diagnostic imaging. When used, point-of-care ultrasound decreases image timing and expenses while increasing accuracy. In the field of Pain Management, healthcare professionals rely on ultrasound for guidance with interventional pain management procedures. With [...]

Primarily driven by a growing companion animal population, today’s veterinary ultrasound capabilities have led to more accurate diagnoses, earlier disease detection, and a greater understanding of the health and well-being of animals. In fact, ultrasound has revolutionized veterinary medicine in the way health issues and surgical procedures are approached. Coupled with x-rays, ultrasound allows clinicians to detect [...]

Troubleshooting a malfunctioning ultrasound system can be a daunting task but it doesn’t have to be.  By breaking the system down into sub-systems, it is easier to locate the source of the problem.  Breaking the System into Sub-systems There are three major sub-systems in an ultrasound.  The “backend”, the “frontend” and “power”.  If you understand the function [...]