Equipment & Suppliers
Learn more about the equipment & supplies you use in your everyday role on the Medshop Australia blog. Here, we explore some of the most commonly used kit and medical equipment manufacturing brands to provide you with all the information you need to make informed purchases for your job in the healthcare industry. Read on to discover a world of medical equipment and everyday gear or contact us today to discuss your specific requirements.
May 31, 2020
Medshop Editor
The History of the Hypodermic Needle — Evolution with a Point!
The history of the hypodermic needle involves goose quills, animal bladders and little friendly rivalry. Read on to discover the surprising journey of a healthcare staple.
February 02, 2020
Medshop Editor
Post-Op Shoes – Giving the Right Information to Patients
Post-op shoes are one of those small inventions that provide big benefits to patients. Used to protect feet and toes after a medical procedure or an injury, they help to relieve pain and also provide the right kind of support to encourage the healing process
October 01, 2018
Medshop Editor
The Better AED; Zoll AED 3 vs. Heartsine Samaritan
All averages being equal, if you suffer a cardiac arrest, you stand a one in ten chance of survival. That number goes up if you have one near someone who knows CPR, and goes up even more if there is an AED unit nearby. In fact, these numbers have been slowly ticking up every year since we started tracking this data. Most organizations divide heart attacks by those in public settings, otherwise known as Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrests (OHCAs) versus those under the watchful eye of medical professionals. Should you have one, you may have mixed feelings about being in a hospital when it happens. Sure, it’s nice to be in the ideal place to have one, but it begs the question: why were you there in the first place? The solution isn’t to move the public into hospitals full-time. What will push the needle past the ten per cent mark faster? Do we empower the public or hold out for artificial intelligence (AI) to save more lives? Since we’re not yet there with AI, we need more access to AEDs and more people who aren’t afraid to use one. To cover the largest segment of situations, we must get more AED units where people can access them quickly. We also have to make sure they know where those AED units are located, but that’s a whole ‘nother blog. To get more units in more places, we have to then ask, which AED unit is most ideal for the most situations? AED Companies There are a few companies that specialize in this equipment. As such, we only carry five AED manufacturers, but two always rise as the most popular, Zoll and Heartsine. Zoll makes AED units which work with parts made by another AED manufacturer, Laerdal. They make the accessories that go with Zoll’s units, like pads, batteries, and other parts. The other company that some feel is a better option is Heartsine. We’ll get into why that might be in a second. Heartsine operates as a self-contained manufacturer of parts and units. Both Zoll and Heartsine have compelling origin stories, also coming in a second. So who makes the better unit? Both of them offer friendly, fully-automated AED units. Zoll has their AED 3. Heartsine offers their Samaritan. We’re going to put them head to head in a second, but first, we should look at the Zoll and Heartsine brands. The best unit in the world is no good if made by a company that goes under tomorrow. Zoll AED Company Founder Paul M. Zoll was the first person to successfully use external defibrillation to regulate heart rhythms. That was way back in 1956, but Dr Zoll had been researching this technology for years before succeeding. For many decision-makers, this is all they need to know to decide on Zoll. No doubt, Zoll is a reputable brand from a reputable name, but Zoll Medical Corporation is not the company Dr Zoll started in the 50s. Today they produce a variety of defibrillators, and automated devices designed to monitor patients and keep them alive. Dr Zoll was so well regarded, Harvard University in the USA, made him their clinical professor of medicine, emeritus, in 1977. Three years later he incorporated the Zoll name, along with a cadre of investors. Over the next decade, the Zoll brand led the pacemaker and defibrillator market, going public in 1992. To this day, Zoll remains committed to Dr Zoll’s first mission, improving resuscitation through technology. Zoll, the man, passed away on January 5, 1999, but his vision remains strong in the company he created. Heartsine AEDs While it might sound like Zoll raised the bar too high for anyone else to compete in the market, that didn’t stop Heartsine from taking Zoll’s defibrillator idea to the next level. Prior to Heartsine, defibrillators were cumbersome operations, a key element of crash carts, plugged into strong power sources. They were not as portable, certainly not accessible as they are today. The founder of Heartsine, Professor John Anderson, ran in the same circles as Paul Zoll and as such, persued the similar goals. Anderson was a researcher in the 60s, one tasked to take what human knew about defibrillation and adapt it to a portable format. By 1966, other researchers had created a meaty (50 kilo) device that was somewhat portable, giving birth to the first mobile care units for coronary events. It didn’t take long for people in both Zoll’s and Anderson’s camps to realize that further portability was the future of AEDs, but it was Anderson who did it first in 1967. He had joined the original team of researchers to become part of the team that would change the future. With his help, they dropped the 50 kilos AED down to 20 kilos. It was still heavy, but it was more portable than the first version. By the 1970s, they’d brought it down to 7 kilos, rechargeable, and the new standard for defibrillation. For fans of Heartsine, Anderson’s early innovations is what makes them loyal fans. Zoll AED 3 A far cry from what Anderson's team first invented, the Zoll AED 3 a nice upgrade from its predecessor, the AED Plus. This is primarily due to the fully automated aspect of the unit plus the low cost of management. While the AED 3 does cost users more upfront (about $500) it saves them on accessory costs. Pads for the AED 3 work on both adults and children. They also last for five years, as does the unit’s battery. It gets better, though. because the AED 3 connects to your wireless network and can, therefore, connect to ZOLL’s PlusTrac™ AED program management system. This unit renders inspection nearly obsolete. If there is anything needed with the maintenance of your AED 3, you’ll receive an email alerting you to the matter right away. It also keeps track of pad and battery life so you also will receive notifications when those need replacing. The 3 comes in semi and fully-automated versions, but with the fully automated version, the unit is more available to more people. Other than carrying the actual unit, a mere 2.2 kilos, to a victim, and following the device’s instructions, the AED 3 does all the difficult work. It even recharges in ten seconds from a full battery. Of course, someone has to swap out new pads or a new battery if warranted, but it’s still a massive leap from Dr Zoll’s first external defibrillator. It won’t be long before AI does all the heavy lifting, defibrillation included. You can believe Zoll will be at the forefront of that technology. Let me see the Zoll AED 3 Heartsine Samaritan AED For their heavyweight contender, Heartsine offers their Samaritan AED unit, otherwise known as the 500p. If you thought the AED 3 was more impressive than the story of Dr Zoll’s own story, the Samaritan will at least equally impress you. It is also an automated device, but what the Heartsine Samaritan offers that other AEDs cannot is CPR feedback. It’s a point of fact that a combination of CPR and AED offers a cardiac arrest victim the best chance of survival. It’s true that even bad CPR is better than none at all, but the Samaritan aims to improve your compressions with constant feedback derived from feedback via the patient's nervous system. That way, as a first responder, you can deliver the most effective chest compressions with cues like “push harder” or “good compressions” from the Samaritan. What’s more, if you thought 2.2 kilos was a drastic drop in weight from those first portable defibrillators, the Samaritan comes in at half that weight, 1.1 kilos. EVERYONE can carry and use the Samaritan 500p. Let me see the Heartsine Samaritan 500p Which AED is the Best? For someone who wants an all-encompassing, lightweight unit that “does it all,” the Samaritan edges out Zoll’s AED 3 with a lighter design and more features. For users who prefer to work with a more popular brand, Zoll has more edge. Perhaps because of Dr Zoll’s name or more strategic marketing, Zoll outsells Heartsine. Rest assured, picking one over the other will prove little difference for saving lives over the other. They are both impressive units from two of the most important brands in the medical technology field. Regarding the depressing data on survival rates and what you can do. This is it: The Restart a Heart group intends to change this ten per cent survival data with their Restart a Heart Day, taking place on October 16. Medshop Australia is a proud sponsor of that event, and it is 100 per cent the reason behind us creating this blog. That, and giving you our two cents on the matter of AEDs. Let me see all the AEDs
September 04, 2018
Medshop Editor
Why the Biolight Pulse Oximeter is the Most Popular Brand
With so many options for pulse oximeters, most of which are good options, why does the Biolight line of pulse oximeters sell better than all the rest? It’s a good question, one I aim to answer in this blog. That said, this will not be a brand-by-brand review nor a how-to of pulse oximetry. It will not answer questions like, what does the pulse oximeter measure? We covered that back in March with the blog: How to Read a Pulse Oximeter. If you’ve read that piece, you may already have an idea of what Biolight offers that separates it from the pack of respectable competitors, Heal Force, and the most venerable of the bunch, Rossmax. The latter one takes up more half space at Medshop Australia, likely because of the Rossmax reputation across their entire line of medical technology. But… Biolight rises up as the most purchased, and arguably best oximeter for your money because it delivers a reliable measurement of oxygen saturation (SpO2) and a heart rate (BPM) every darn time. It’s as ideal for the clinic as it is for the home, unit depending. Which is the best oximeter? Um, was the question “the best,” as in the best? The answer to that question depends on how you want to measure "best"? Some would lean on feature-rich designs complete with OLED displays, pleth charts, anti-movement and ambient light blocking capabilities, and perhaps something that cleans itself and the dirty dishes. For anyone who has ever bought an electronic device or vehicle, they know the promise of feature-rich experiences can often be the biggest disappointments. More tricks mean a more adept user and could mean more aspects that break over time. For context, ask anyone who has purchased a pair of Bluetooth headphones in recent history about their experience. Best can more reliably be measured by competence, especially over time. The best oximeter will continue to aid the user in measuring her or her patient’s SpO2 and BPM with accuracy. It will do this without fail, and without breaking the bank. Biolight Begun in 1993, and headquartered in Zhuhai China, Guandong Biolight Meditech Co., Ltd is a relatively new company in the medical technology sphere. For comparison, competitor Rossmax has been around since 1988, which is also fairly young, but still more venerable than Heal Force started in 1989. All of this shiny newness hasn’t stopped Biolight from growing an internationally recognized brand for patient monitoring. They also deliver emergency care, fetal monitoring instruments, ECG, Hemodialysis renal care, and other digital health solutions. Biolight isn’t some fly-by-night company either. Since 2011 they have been an IPO, and their stock is currently traded on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange. The secret to their success, as they put it on their site is, “look[ing] beyond the technology to the experience of dedicated healthcare professionals and find inspirations in the needs of [their] customers.” As such, Biolight dedicates 10 per cent of their annual revenue to research. If that weren’t enough, Biolight also maintains many long-term relationships with top universities, global health organizations, health and social responsibility organizations. They stay actively involved in education, humanitarian missions, and patient care social projects. All of that and more goes behind every Biolight tool. What is the best oximeter for home use? Which of the Biolight oximeters is best for your at-home usage? Depending on your specific needs, there are more than one option in the Biolight lineup of oximeters. The most robust of the list is the Biolight M800 patient monitor, which is more like a computer than a simple oximeter. At the time of this writing, the M800 fetches $395.00, which is quite competitive considering it offers a hi-resolution colour OLED display for spot checking and continuous monitoring as you prefer. The continuous aspect will go for a full 16 hours on 3 AA batteries, which is incredible. Shop for the M800 NOW Most users will be content to use something smaller like a finger pulse oximeter. Biolight has two models, one clearly for adults, and one clearly for children. For adults, the SP02 is a great product at $88.00 (priced as of this writing). The pediatric version, which you know is for kids because it looks something like a cute blue penguin, with a display on its belly, is the same price as the SP02. In fact, it’s the same finger oximeter with the same name SP02, but with minor design differences. For children who might be afraid of medical devices, the non-threatening and cute bird face helps facilitate accurate readings. If you have kids, you can’t go wrong with this for keeping accurate measurements in the home. Are finger pulse oximeters accurate? As the finer oximeters outnumber the handheld versions, one must wonder if there is any compromise in their smaller designs? If your needs for tracking SpO2 and BPM require that you maintain continuous data, a finger oximeter isn’t going to do it for you. It may be nice to have for taking quick trips away from home, but in the long run, you’ll not want to stray too far from your handheld monitor. Check with your family doctor to be sure in any case. As far as accuracy goes, there is no oximeter which is 100 per cent accurate. There are simply too many variables to know that your reading is 100 per cent on point. Likely, however, if you are reading this blog you already know that. Finger pulse oximeters can be very effective for monitoring changes over time. The Biolight lineup is solid performers in this regard. So, what is the best pulse oximeter on the market? Pound for pound, measured by popularity, the Biolight line of oximeters rise up to the top every time. You'll get the most features for your investment with every one of their oximeters. You can shop the other manufacturers at Medshop Australia, and we’ll stand behind those products as we do with any of the products we carry. They’re all quality products. But, if you want to get the most for your money, you’re likely going to look at the Biolight oximeters first. If you have more questions, don't hesitate to contact us. Shop Biolight Pulse Oximeters
August 02, 2018
Medshop Editor
Hogies Safety Glasses; So Aussie, You’ll Cry Vegemite
For medical professionals, eyes rank next to (if not above) hands on the list of most important body parts outside the brain. Protection of this trio is high up on the list for brain surgeons and technicians alike. Frankly, we should all keep them in high esteem, but for those in medicine, careers ride on their proper function and partnership. The hands are critical for work, yes, but the eyes are of special concern as they don’t tolerate trauma well. Compared to the brain, encased in bone, the eyes have little more than a thin film of flesh and whispy eyelashes for protection. Many times that’s not enough. At least the hands can form callouses. They can even take a dash of chemicals for a few seconds or a crunch in the door jam. The eyes? Not so much. A splash of dangerous chemicals, blood, or even objects will always move faster or harder than the speed and strength of one’s natural eye protection. For this reason, safety glasses are a standard for many professionals. It can never hurt to don a pair of quality safety lenses. The landscape for styles is broad enough too. For some roles, a flimsy pair of mass-produced plastic lenses will serve better than nothing, but if you need something reliable there are better options. You needn't break the bank for them either. Brands like Prestige, Safetyquip, Kimberly-Clark, and of course, Hogies rise up as potential contenders for eye protection. Hogies, however, get so much right about safety and style, you can’t go wrong with them. Not only that, but Hogies is a family-run company started right here in Australia. They're so down under, you'll cry tears of Vegemite once you try them on the first time. There are a number of good reasons to consider Hogies, more than simply being Australian, beginning with the company's origin story. Who is Hogies Australia Pty Ltd? Over four decades ago, the Hogies brand of protective eyewear came into the world via Martin Hogan, the late founder of the brand. Since then, much has changed about the design and offerings of Hogies, but one thing has remained the same. As mentioned, Hogies is still a family-owned business. Since its inception, they've been a leader in eyewear design, evidenced by the many imitations. Most importantly to Australians, Hogies is a homegrown brand of medical tech. Being raised locally hasn’t slowed Hogies down any. The owners continue to present at international trade shows around the world. Hogies' collective reach is so far, it has extended outside this world. They’ve been involved with project specific designs for US space mission to create anti-glare environment eyewear. Even the Royal Australian Air Force has been a customer of Hogies, using Martin Hogan’s designs for years as standard issue eyewear. No doubt, Hogies is that local kid makes good story we all love. Why choose Hogies? If that last section didn’t tickle you in the kangaroo pouch, then try on this pitch: Hogies are durable, versatile, and they look cool. There is no other brand of safety glasses that could double as your fashion lenses without looking a bit off. If you’re wearing a pair of Hogies tinted lenses, especially one of the versions that feature anti-glare, you might prefer them to your store-bought glasses for driving or riding your motorcycle. Reason being? You’ll have a tough time scratching your Hogies. They’re designed to take abuse and keep on shining. The Eyeguard Grey Revos are a great example. They employ UV protection on top of standard Hogies features like adjustability, water repellent, and fog and scratch resistance. Hogies aren’t exactly Hollywood fashion frames, but they aren’t a slouch for fashion either. Their sporty look has been emulated by most sports glasses out there. You will not suffer this confusion with any of the other brands mentioned so far (although those other safety glasses make great products in their own respective rights). Where can I buy Hogies safety glasses? While you may be able to search for Hogies on sites like eBay or Amazon, you can’t be sure of the condition or authenticity. As stated, many have tried to emulate the Hogies’ look. Sadly, some have tried to rip it off too. You can’t be sure you’re buying a genuine pair of Hogies unless you purchase from a reputable distributor like Medshop Australia. We stock the most requested brands of Hogies and make sure that we have enough on the shelves to keep the whole country safe from flying debris. Can I use Hogies with a loupe? In most cases, you can add a loupe to your setup. Most mountable medical loupes will fit on a part of Hogies like a glove. This allows you to illuminate your work, adjust it to meet your unique prescription, and see what you need at most inter-pupillary distances and angles. Because Hogies are designed to fit comfortably, like they’re not even there, adding a loupe is tolerable to heavy glasses. Protect the parts of you that mean the most. Do it with style and comfort in a pair of Hogies safety glasses. While you're at it, toast up some bread. We've got some Vegemite to spread.
April 03, 2018
Medshop Editor
Just in Time; We Found 9 Ideal Nursing School Graduation Gift Ideas For You
Here’s the good news: You still have time to find the perfect graduation gift for your favourite nursing school grad. Here’s the even better news: Medshop Australia’s team already did all the heavy lifting. We combed through our inventory to pull out the best graduation gift ideas, ranging from “that was thoughtful” to “wow, you really shouldn’t have.” For most nursing school graduates, at this moment they’re in a panic of questions about what they will do after graduation day… More schooling? Get a job? They’re wondering, how will I afford rent, my lifestyle, and the tools I need to practice my profession? That’s where you come in... As a loving friend, parent or family member, this is your chance to shine a ray of light into their lives. These are the gifts that, when received, will allow your graduate to cross one more item off their list. Quick note: Prices listed are not quotes, but references to the price at the time this blog was written. They are subject to change. Please see Medshop Australia’s current online pricing for the most up-to-date information. Lanyard Something simple many may not consider is the increasing security protocols at most institutions. Employers these days outfit their new recruits with a security card loaded for their access needs. Lose that card, and it’s a tough Monday at work. A lanyard solves most of those possibilities, but the standard issue lanyard is boring. The Prestige Deluxe Lanyard features butterfly or heart beading, with a breakaway safety clasp, and bulldog clip to accommodate almost every type of security card shape. For $21.33, this makes a fun, functional gift that will remind that graduate of you every day. Select your preferred Prestige Deluxe Lanyard style now. Pen “Have you got a pen?” has to rank in the top three questions asked in a hospital. Nurses can go through disposable pens like water, unable to keep track of them as they look like every other pen out there. Investing in a high-end desk pen isn't always the best idea either, considering those walk off too. The better pen is one that clips in place, like the Mini Clip Pen Set from Medshop Australia. This $1.50 package of pens comes with four different coloured pens, all outfitted with an easy clip that affixes to belt loops, keychains, waistbands and much more. It’s tough to lose, and easy to spot in a crowd. Plus, for that low price, you could outfit your graduate with a few sets just to be sure they have enough. Order your grad the Mini Clip Pen Set today. Anatomical Cube Book For the nurse going into paediatric care, this is the perfect desktop accessory. It’s also a fun gift for a graduate who appreciates interesting items. The Anatomical Human Body Cube Book isn’t like other anatomical charts. The compact design packs a ton of information about the human body in one place, in an interactive cube. Flip one side of the cube one way to reveal a new chart. Flip it another to reveal yet another system. Created by the crew at ZooBooKoo, the Human Body Cube is an entertaining as it is informative. The best part is, it’s only $12.07. Get the Body Cube Book for that low price now. Penlight Penlights are so popular, in February, we dedicated an entire blog to them. A nurse may grab for that penlight almost as many times as their pen, more than their stethoscope. For this reason, penlights can wear out or disappear even faster. Many nurses opt for low-cost options so they don’t have to shell out heaps of cash every month for new penlights. An alternative solution is to use a higher quality penlight, like the Welch Allyn Penlight. With its powder-coated, solid brass construction and bright halogen beam, this penlight will operate well beyond the normal life expectancy of most others. For graduates, it makes a possession they won’t anticipate, as the $63.50 price tag pushes down on their priorities list. They won’t frown at receiving it as a gift, though. It’s the little things like this which make starting that first day at a new job that much easier. Make the Welch Allyn Penlight the perfect graduation gift. Nursing Watch That pendulous timepiece worn by Australian nurses, the fob watch, comes with a history almost as venerable as the invention of the watch itself. Ironically, fob watches are one of the most common graduation gifts for new nurses. As such, many gift-givers go for economic, fun, silicon versions like Medshop’s silicone fob watch kit. That one comes with a reliable timepiece and five coloured silicone band options. At $25.45, these are in most folk’s budget for graduation gifts. But, if you really want to wow someone, consider the Classique Nursing Watch, a $94.88 timepiece as classic as the manufacturer’s name. Inside its stainless steel, waterproof housing, the cogs of Swiss movement power accurate time and date information. What’s more, it comes in three finishes, stainless steel, gold, and rose gold. Give the traditional graduation gift with a Classique Nursing Watch. Stethoscope Many grads start with a budget stethoscope, one that does the job but doesn’t offer much in the way of confidence. It’s likely that your grad already has a stethoscope of this calibre or one inherited from someone else to get through school. Going out into the professional world, however, mandates an upgrade. Like a Monte Blanc pen or Swiss-made watch, the stethoscope one carries sends a message to colleagues and clients or in this case, patients. For that reason, a Littmann Classic III makes a generous but lasting gift at $132.00. It also provides your graduate with a quality tool that can fill them with confidence for a lifetime as long as they maintain it. Stethoscope Case In order to keep that new stethoscope in top form for life, a case will go a long way towards protecting the components. The Medshop stethoscope protective case is a hot seller for that very reason. It comes in five different colour options and carries more than one type of stethoscope. The Littmann Cardiology III, Cardiology IV, and the Welch Allyn Harvey Elite all fit in this durable case, with room to spare for accessories. It zips closed, and features an easy grip rubber exterior and handle to ensure that stethoscope never hits the ground. This $16.50 case makes a nice standalone gift or an ideal insurance accessory for the generous gift-giver; as in one who already planned on gifting a stethoscope. Nurse’s Pouch Getting organized is the world’s great stress reliever. With everything in its place, one can push forward with confidence, ready to take what comes next. Nurses are no exception. A stylish pouch, like Australia’s Best Nursing Pouch, gives nurses easy access to their tools. It gets them organized. This one even drops straight into the washing tub when soiled, and comes out strong every time. Medshop Australia offers 15 different colour combinations. For $11.81, you could get them one for every day of the week. Clipboard They say one can go almost anywhere with a clipboard. Something about carrying one implies organization, power, and importance. The Prestige Nurse Assist Clipboard does all of that and a little more. The clip of the board provides an easy-access calculator and timer, endlessly handy throughout a nurse’s day. Also, hidden below the clip one finds a slew of diagnostic charts so the nurse who carries it doesn’t have to worry about being caught unprepared ever. It does all this for $36.80, less than the cost of many calculators. You now have nine reasons to show up to that graduation party, 10 if you count the likelihood that the host will serve cake and cold beer. That’s reason enough to go to any party. Considering the number of graduation parties coming up, you’ll want to stock up on the goodies above.
September 13, 2016
Medshop Editor
See More With the Welch Allyn Digital MacroView Otoscope
In light of our current promotion for the Welch Allyn Digital MacroView Otoscope We wanted to review this innovative product and explore the role that digital technology is playing in the evolution of clinical otoscopy training and practice. The Welch Allyn MacroView name is synonymous with premium quality and advanced diagnostic technology. Welch Allyn have a reputation for excellence and are globally renowned for offering the best in diagnostic medical technology across the board. The digital MacroView otoscope is built on the foundation of the standard MacroView otoscope with the added benefits of digital connectivity. Let's take a look at the core MacroView features that makes the MacroView range such a standout. [caption id="attachment_3644" align="alignnone" width="713"] (Source: welchallyn.com)[/caption] The MacroView otoscope offers an almost complete view of the tympanic membrane without needing to be moved around. This is approximately twice the field of vision than most traditional otoscopes provide. In addition to an expanded field of vision, the MacroView also boasts approximately 30% greater magnification than most standard otoscopes. This makes diagnosing issues a more precise and less straining experience for doctors. With regards to preventing eye strain, the ability to adjust the focus for variable ear canal lengths or farsighted vision is a very popular feature of the MacroView, enabling increased clarity and definition of landmarks. The MacroView also has an insufflation port for pneumatic otoscopy. The Welch Allyn Digital MacroView Otoscope catch phrase is: See it. Share it. Save it. The plug and play system requires no additional software to use and comes with all of the standard MacroView features mentioned above. In addition, the digital MacroView comes with a 3 metre long USB connector cable that can be connected to a Windows PC or laptop. The benefits of being able to connect the device to a computer are many, here is how it works. The image in view is directly live-streamed in real time onto the computer screen. One benefit of this is that the computer screen provides a much larger platform from which to view the tympanic membrane. This also makes it easier view small details of tubes and hearing aids. From this live stream, snapshot images can be taken, these can be saved to patient records and sent to other practitioners, departments or practices. Perhaps one of the most exciting benefits of the digital MacroView is the opportunities it presents for training and educational purposes. The professor or practitioner can easily demonstrate technique and provide instruction while the students have a clear view of what is happening. Snapshots can also be taken and used in clinical case study assignments to test students diagnostic ability. The integration of digital technology in the medical field is opening up a wide range of opportunities for enhancing practice and education. The Welch Allyn Digital MacroView Otoscope is a clear example of a diagnostic product at the forefront of this digital revolution. Valued at $1,100.25 our Welch Allyn Digital Macroview Otoscope promotion complete with lithium-ion handle, charging pod, 3-meter cable and power transformer, is currently available for $850.00 - a saving of $250.25. Now is the perfect opportunity to invest in the future. If you like images of cool medical supplies...
June 01, 2016
Medshop Editor
Product Feature CoaguChek Pro II Meter
“Building on the best in class quality, CoaguChek Pro II is small, light and convenient with accuracy and precision that our customers have come to expect from CoaguChek® over the past 20 years,” - Jean-Claude Gottraux, Head of Roche Professional Diagnostics. World leaders in the technology behind International Normalised Ratio (INR) testing, Roche, have just launched the CoaguChek Pro II. This is the next level of INR testing. Unlike the CoaguChek XS monitor, the CoaguChek Pro II is designed for professional use. So, if you are a specialist, a practitioner, or a procurement manager who is looking for the latest INR monitoring technology, look no further than the CoaguChek Pro II. The CoaguChek Pro II combines two tests in a single lightweight device - the activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) test and the prothrombin time (PT) test. It provides much greater insight into the patients’ coagulation status in acute care settings, such as operating rooms, emergency rooms, intensive care units, or anticoagulation clinics. What's more, the Pro II can be used to determine the presence of vitamin K antagonists in patients with acute bleeding. It can also be used to determine whether there is any coagulation factor deficiency. Moreover, it can be used in real time to monitor anticoagulant drug effects in patients treated with unfractionated heparin. With the CoaguCheck Pro II, there is no need to spend valuable time waiting for lab results and there is no double handling. The unique CoaguChek advantage is the handheld streamlined point of care testing design. The sample can be taken and tested immediately right there with the patient. Image Source: www.cobas.ch Built in WIFI connectivity allows for transferring critical information when and where it is needed. This revolutionary feature of the CoaguChek Pro II means that test results can be automatically transmitted to electronic health records. To ensure that vital information is immediately accessible and available at every point of care. This feature streamlines workflow improves efficiency and greatly reduces the possibility of human error. In addition to the WIFI technology feature, the CoaguChek Pro II also enables the use of QR codes in a market first for a device of this kind. Test results and data can be transformed into a QR code then sent via email, or mobile phone for example. Image Source: www.roche.com This kind of technology is increasingly valuable in remote settings as it enables the data to be transferred and shared outside of the hospital or clinic patients' electronic records. It is particularly useful in home visits where the reading can be taken by a nurse then sent instantly to the clinic, doctor or hospital. This allows the information to be reviewed in real time. An anticoagulant dosing schedule can be arranged without the patient needing to travel to the hospital or doctor. As you can see, the CoaguChek Pro II is a stand alone in its field and a highlight of the use of modern technology to enhance health care. We are pleased to offer the CoaguChek Pro II monitor as part of a promotion running until June 30th EOFY 2016. You will be a free 48 pack of PT test strips when you buy the monitor as part of our EOFY promotions. Please visit this link for more information. Also, if you like images of medical equipment and humor aimed at medical professionals, please join us on Pinterest.
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