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Stretchers are one of the most used “workhorse” assets in a facility. They move patients from the ED to imaging, from pre-op to OR, from PACU to discharge, and everywhere in between—often nonstop, all day. At Auxo Medical, we supply a wide range of hospital stretchers, patient transport stretchers, emergency gurneys, specialty procedure stretchers, and EMS ambulance stretcher cots so your team can standardize transport, improve patient comfort, and support safer workflows.

Below is a practical buying guide plus a curated sample of stretchers and related products from our Stretchers category—each product name links directly to the correct product page.

What to Look for in a Medical Stretcher (Quick Buying Checklist)

• Department fit: ED, OR, PACU, imaging, ophthalmology, OB/GYN, and EMS all have different needs.
• Mobility & steering: Smooth casters and stable steering make long transports easier and safer—especially in tight hallways and elevators.
• Positioning options: Backrest, leg positioning, and tilt functions help support patient comfort and clinical access.
• Transfer workflow: Side rail design, transfer aids, and low-height capability can reduce strain and speed up patient moves.
• Cleaning & durability: High-traffic environments need surfaces and designs that are easier to wipe down and hold up over time.
• Special requirements: MRI-suite transport, fluoroscopy/C-arm compatibility, or specialty head positioning (common in eye/ENT cases).

Types of Stretchers We Supply (with Real-World Use Cases)

1) Transport Stretchers for ED, OR, PACU, and General Patient Movement

General transport stretchers are ideal when you need reliable mobility, fast positioning, and consistent performance across multiple units. These models are commonly used for patient flow in busy hospitals, surgery centers, and outpatient facilities.

• Stretcher, Stryker Advantage, IV pole
  A strong option for day-to-day patient transport and treatment workflow where you want a proven transport platform with IV pole support.

  Best for: ED overflow, pre-op/PACU, inpatient transport teams, and general procedure rooms.

• Stryker 747 Transport Stretcher
  Built for dependable, high-use transport with features designed around clinical safety and efficient movement.

  Best for: hospitals needing consistent transport performance across units.

• Mac PT-1000 Transport Stretcher (Refurbished)
  A practical, economical transport stretcher option when you want solid functionality without overbuying features.

  Best for: clinics, smaller hospitals, satellite departments, and cost-conscious fleet expansions.

• Pedigo 5400 W Stretcher, Side Brake Only
  A versatile transport stretcher designed to balance workflow efficiency and value.

  Best for: ED, OR support areas, PACU, and general transport where throughput matters.

2) High-Capacity & Powered Transport Options for Long Runs and Heavy Workloads

When transport distances are long—or when your team is managing heavier patients more frequently—powered drive and higher-capacity designs can make a meaningful difference in caregiver fatigue and control.

• Stryker 1125 Prime Zoom Drive Stretcher
  A premium transport stretcher option featuring motorized drive assistance—ideal when your facility prioritizes transport efficiency and caregiver support.

  Best for: large hospitals, long corridor transports, high-volume perioperative services.

• Stryker 1115 Prime Big Wheel Stretcher
  A high-capacity “workhorse” transport solution designed for stability and maneuverability.

  Best for: facilities standardizing on a higher-capacity transport platform across multiple departments.

3) Trauma & Procedure Stretchers (Built for Acute Care Demands)

Trauma/procedure stretchers are designed for acute environments where patient access, positioning, and imaging workflow can be just as important as transport.

• Hill-Rom P8000 Trauma/Procedure 700lb Stretcher
  A procedure-ready stretcher designed for demanding environments where positioning and imaging access are key.

  Best for: trauma bays, acute care, ED procedure areas, and high-utilization departments.

• Hausted Horizon Series Hydraulic Stretcher 462-EMC
  A dependable hydraulic stretcher platform for facilities that want a strong balance of patient handling and everyday usability.

  Best for: hospitals and surgery centers looking for a robust stretcher for broad use.

4) Imaging & Fluoroscopy (C-Arm) Stretchers

Imaging workflows often fail when a surface can’t support positioning without repeated patient moves. Fluoro-capable stretchers help reduce repositioning, simplify access, and keep cases moving—especially in C-arm environments.

• Hausted 493 Fluoro Stretcher (New)
  Designed specifically for fluoroscopy-guided procedures using C-arms, combining imaging-friendly design with the mobility of a stretcher.

  Best for: pain management, ortho, vascular access, spine procedures, and imaging-heavy procedure suites.

5) MRI Transport Stretchers / Non-Magnetic Patient Transport

MRI areas introduce special safety requirements. Non-magnetic transport solutions are built to support safer patient movement in and around MRI suites.

• Gendron MRI 1000 Gurney
  A transport gurney designed for MRI-suite workflows using non-magnetic materials (intended for use in the MRI environment, not inside the scanner bore).

  Best for: radiology departments, hospital imaging, and facilities that transport patients in MRI zones.

• Ferno 35A Ambulatory Stretcher MR Conditional Cot
  A lightweight MR-conditional cot option designed for controlled use in specific MR environments.

  Best for: facilities and transport teams that need MR-conditional patient movement solutions.

6) Ophthalmology, ENT, and Specialty Procedure Stretchers (Eye Surgery & Head Positioning)

Eye/ENT and specialty outpatient procedures often require more precise head positioning and a smoother “pre-op to procedure to recovery” flow. Specialty eye stretchers and procedure-focused platforms help reduce transfers and keep patients comfortable.

• Transmotion Medical TMM5 Eye Stretcher
  A specialty eye stretcher built for ophthalmology workflows with powered positioning support.

  Best for: ophthalmology, outpatient surgery, ENT, and procedure rooms where positioning is critical.

• Stryker 1068 Eye Surgery Stretcher
  A purpose-built eye surgery stretcher option for facilities prioritizing comfort and specialty positioning.

  Best for: eye surgery centers, hospital ophthalmology, and ASC ophthalmic service lines.

• Hausted 5E8-2 Power Eye stretcher 5E82EYEST
  Designed for specialty procedures that benefit from precise head positioning and powered adjustment functions.

  Best for: ophthalmology, plastics, and ENT procedure environments.

• Hausted 5E8 Wide Power Eye stretcher 5E8EYXST
  A wide-format option for specialty procedure transport, positioning, and recovery workflows.

  Best for: facilities that want more surface width for comfort and specialty case support.

• Pedigo 547 SLS
  A surgical lounge stretcher built around specialty positioning needs (often used in ophthalmic workflows).

  Best for: ophthalmology and specialty outpatient procedure flow where lounge positioning is beneficial.

7) Stretcher Chairs & Chair-to-Stretcher “One Surface” Workflow

Stretcher chairs help reduce transfers by keeping the patient on one surface throughout more of the visit. This is especially valuable in surgery centers, pre/post areas, and departments where space is tight and throughput is the priority.

• Stryker 5050 Stretcher Chair
  A versatile stretcher chair designed to move between horizontal and chair positions—ideal for smaller spaces and efficient patient turnover.

  Best for: ASCs, pre-op/PACU, and outpatient procedure settings.

• Transmotion TMM4 Multi-Purpose Stretcher-Chair Series
  A powered stretcher-chair designed to support smooth transitions and reduce transfer events across a wide range of clinical settings.

  Best for: outpatient surgery, procedure suites, imaging-forward workflows, and departments standardizing on “chair-to-stretcher” flexibility.

8) EMS & Emergency Transport: Ambulance Stretchers, Powered Cots, and Emergency Gurneys

EMS and emergency transport equipment must be fast, rugged, and safe for both patients and crews. Powered lift systems and proven cot designs can reduce injuries and speed up load/unload tasks.

• Ferno Powerflexx Ambulance Stretcher Cot
  A powered ambulance stretcher cot designed to help crews manage heavy lifting and reduce strain during transport.

  Best for: EMS agencies, hospital-based transport teams, and emergency response services.

• Stryker 6500 Power Pro XT Powered Cot
  A powered cot designed around efficient raising/lowering and transport versatility.

  Best for: EMS services and organizations prioritizing powered lift support for crew safety.

• Stryker MX Pro 6080 Emergency Gurney
  A fast-handling emergency cot designed to support rapid response and efficient patient handling.

  Best for: emergency response, transport staging, and fast-paced intake environments.

9) Stretcher Pads & Replacement Pads (Comfort, Hygiene, and Lifecycle Value)

Replacing worn pads is one of the simplest ways to refresh patient comfort, support infection prevention workflows, and extend the usable life of your stretcher fleet.

• Stretcher Pad, 30 x 76 x 4in
  A durable stretcher pad option designed to improve comfort during transport and treatment.

  Best for: hospitals, ambulances, transport teams, and any department rotating stretchers frequently.

• Standard Universal 26inx75inx4in Replacement Pad for HillRom P8000 / P8005
  A model-matched replacement pad option for Hill-Rom P8000/P8005 stretchers—ideal for facilities maintaining a consistent stretcher standard.

  Best for: ED and procedure areas running Hill-Rom stretcher fleets.

Specialty Stretchers by Department (Fast Matching Guide)

• ED / Triage: transport stretchers, trauma/procedure stretchers, emergency gurneys
• OR / Pre-op / PACU: transport stretchers, stretcher chairs, powered drive options for longer transports
• Imaging: MRI transport gurneys, fluoro/C-arm stretchers
• Ophthalmology / ENT: eye surgery stretchers, powered eye stretchers, surgical lounge stretchers
• EMS: powered ambulance stretcher cots, manual emergency gurneys, MR-conditional transport where required

Why Source Stretchers from Auxo Medical?

When you buy from us, you’re not just choosing a model—you’re building a workflow that your staff will use hundreds (or thousands) of times per month. We help facilities choose the right stretcher type for the department, match equipment to patient flow, and support budgets with new, reconditioned, and refurbished options.

Ready to move forward? Click any product above or below to request a quote directly from the product page. We’ll help you confirm fit, configuration, and the fastest path to getting equipment into service.