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11Jul2022

What Sets Our Surgical Tables Apart?

July 11, 2022

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Surgical tables are some of the longest-serving pieces of equipment hospitals can purchase. These tools are the centerpiece of operation rooms, so they should be designed correctly for the job that needs to be done. A good surgical table should be adaptable and functional, but there are also tables designed for certain procedures. At Auxo Medical, we provide a wide selection of surgical tables based on the demands of your specific practice.

Here are some of the key features that set our surgical tables apart:

What Sets Our Surgical Tables Apart

High Quality

One of the best things about our surgical tables is that they are made of the highest quality materials. We integrate brands such as Maquet, renowned for their surgical table technology. It is believed that of the approximate 700,000 surgeries performed every day globally, one-third of the operations happen on Maquet tables.

Easy to Use

Besides being high quality, our tables are quite easy to use. They are not only the center of operation room workflow but they are also effortlessly functional. The controls are specially designed to be easily maneuvered. The headrests, arm boards, and other attachments also attach and detach.

Comfortable

It is almost impossible to imagine surgical tables as luxury furniture, but comfort can affect the procedure at hand. Doctors and medical staff should choose surgical tables that are comfortable, safe, and effective at managing pressure points. Our tables are also designed to remain comfortable no matter what adaptations are required by a given procedure.

Our Table Designs

Auxo Medical’s tables are unique because they come in a variety of tailor-made designs. You can purchase a table that was made specifically for your specialized surgery. Each of the following tables was designed with convenience and practicality in mind:

Otology

Otologists tend to prefer tables that tilt or “airplane” on a lengthwise axis, which our tables can do. There are also tables specially designed for multi-specialty centers and orthopedic tables that require significantly more articulation and positioning, and radiolucence for intraoperative fluoroscopic imaging.

Cystoscopy and Urology

Surgical tables for cystoscopy and urology are designed to provide surgeons with an easy-to-operate table for delicate procedures. The tables provide precise control over different movements and reduce the time spent in surgery.

These tables’ design also helps cut down the risk of errors. They incorporate specific positioning functionality and precision foot controls to allow easier access to the area of treatment. The tables are also perfect for seed implantation and maximizing access to the C-arm when performing imaging procedures.

Orthopedic

Bone mass decreases as people age, leading to orthopedic ailments such as osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, dislocations, and fractures.

Orthopedic tables are designed to provide patients with greater comfort when undergoing procedures such as knee or hip replacement, myelograms, and osteosynthesis. They are also designed with integrated traction bars to treat traumatology extension.

Neurology

Neurology procedures require the highest form of precision. Our neurology tables are designed with a wide range of features to offer the best possible patient access. Their exceptional positioning allows doctors to perform surgical procedures with ease. Another incredible feature of neurology tables is that they give doctors precise control over their patients’ movements.

Imaging

Although almost all surgical tables can provide doctors with a certain level of imaging support, the most advanced medical imaging procedures require a specialized imaging table. It allows doctors to perform imaging procedures that require longitudinal/lateral float and Trendelenburg/reverse Trendelenburg.

These tables also allow for specialized 3D imaging and fluoroscopy procedures, including vascular and catheter tray extension such as lateral tilt and cardiovascular procedures.

General Surgery

General surgery tables are perhaps the most used tables in the operation room. For this reason, our tables are not only of the highest quality but also integrate a wide range of features required to guarantee successful surgical procedures. They are designed with angle adjustment capabilities to help doctors easily reach surgical areas.

Installation Support

Surgical tables perform in their top-notch condition when they are properly installed. At Auxo Medical, we provide full-service installation support so that you don’t have to worry about movement errors while performing surgical operations. If you don’t want to hire an installation consultant, our new equipment also comes with onboarding materials that guide you through proper installation.

Ordering Surgical Tables

Surgical tables should be precise and of the highest quality, like all medical procedures and equipment. Whether you are looking for orthopedic or otologist tables, your ideal table should be capable of providing you with all the features you need to conduct a successful surgery.

Contact us at Auxo Medical for medical equipment solutions or repair services. We will work with you to narrow down the functional demands of your practice and which model would work best for you. We’re also happy to provide you with training courses on how to use each feature of our equipment.

25Apr2022

Inside Look: The Role of a Biomedical Technician

April 25, 2022

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What does a Biomedical Technician (BMT) do?

It cannot be overstated just how critical the role is of a BMT. Professionals in this line of work are responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing medical equipment, machines and devices that touch the lives of patients all over the planet.

Their responsibility ranges from handling preventative measures such as cleaning, as well as calibrating various functions of the equipment.

A BMT is acutely knowledgeable of machines throughout hospitals and healthcare facilities that they can confidently disassemble, make repairs to, and then reassemble equipment. In order to maintain this level of expertise and ensure optimal levels of safety are in place for both staff and patients, the BMT must stay current in modern technologies within the medical field.

Certainly there will be times of stress, when perhaps a machine needs immediate tending to, so it’s important for the technician to remain calm under pressure.

Some examples of equipment that a BMT might work with are defibrillators, monitors, x-ray machines, and other speciality machines you’d find in dental or optometry offices.

In addition to technicians using their hands, they will also be adept at working with electric tools, computer software, and smoldering irons in order to service advanced medical equipment.

Where are BMTs employed?

BMTs typically work inside hospitals, healthcare facilities, and other specialty medical practices. Due to the nature of many healthcare businesses being open seven days a week, sometimes even overnight, there are BMTs who will be required to stay “on-call” for emergency situations, i.e. when repairs are promptly needed.

Being responsible for repairing equipment within the medical community means that a BMT could come into direct or indirect contact with patients, which opens up the doors for exposure to illness or disease. Of course safety measures are taken seriously to protect technicians in these situations.

There are instances when repairs are not urgent or life-threatening such as fine-tuning a wheelchair, however some more complex equipment may require regular assessments and maintenance in an effort to avoid major issues.

Are there any educational or certification requirements?

As a general rule, earning an associate’s degree in either biomedical technology or biomedical engineering is appropriate. In some cases, when working with speciality equipment, a bachelor’s degree could be necessary; that degree could also enable more opportunities for advancement.

Additionally, BMTs may be asked to take certification exams, but at this time, technicians are not legally required to to be certified. Some BMTs will focus on an area of speciality, while others have training to service a vast amount of machines within the medical industry.

It is feasible to be hired for a BMT job that only requires on-the-job training, but those roles will likely consist of straightforward, simple repair jobs.

Also, due to the nature of ongoing advancement within the medical space, continuing education is a significant aspect to the job. Biomedical technicians must stay informed and on top of industry changes. Having a team of qualified BMTs is pivotal in order to keep up with the ever-evolving healthcare industry.

From time to time, Auxo Medical hires BMTs — be sure to check out our job postings page for more information.

1Mar2022

Melatonin Supplements: Friend or Foe?

March 1, 2022

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A research letter, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), reports that Americans are heavily relying on melatonin supplements to help them sleep.

What is Melatonin?

Our bodies naturally produce a hormone, melatonin. It is made by the pineal gland in our brains, but is also found in other areas including our eyes and gastrointestinal tract.

It is commonly referred to as the sleep hormone since it’s associated with helping people fall asleep faster. Yet, it’s important to understand that the hormone is not going to nudge you into a coma-like state. Melatonin’s role is to simply prompt your body that it’s time to unwind and fall asleep by governing your circadian rhythm.

29Nov2018

2018 Business Savings: Calculating Section 179 Tax Deductions

November 29, 2018

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As discussed in our Auxo Medical blog earlier this month, the Section 179 Tax Deduction is intended to motivate businesses to stay competitive by purchasing needed equipment, and writing off the full amount on their taxes for the existing year. It’s an incentive created by the U.S. government to encourage businesses to buy equipment and invest in themselves.

10Sep2018

Internet of Medical Things (IoT): The Vast Impact Inside & Outside of Hospital Walls

September 10, 2018

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A patient’s heart monitor sends an alert to a physician that her arrhythmia is back.

A senior forgets to take their prescribed medication on time, and a devices helps remind them to take it and also documents what time they took it.

A man’s implanted device monitors blood glucose symptoms and delivers a corrective insulin stimulus, alerting the physician simultaneously.

All of these examples are the epitome of the “Internet of Medical Things” (IoMT). The Internet of Medical Things refers to an ecosystem of medical devices and applications that collect data that is then provided to healthcare IT systems through online computer networks. Wi-Fi enabled devices are a catalyst for machines to communicate and link to cloud platforms for data storage. The “Internet of Things” (IoT) has influenced several industries, and the healthcare field is no exception. The medical industry across the board has gradually started to enter the integrated world of IoT.

18Jul2018

Outpatient is the Future of Total Joint Replacement

July 18, 2018

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Ambulatory Surgery Centers are Paving the Way

Elective outpatient hip and knee replacements increased by 47 percent from 2012 to 2015, according to a study by Sg2. This insight is an early indicator that total joint replacements (TJR) are becoming more common in the Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) setting as a higher number of surgeons become experts on minimally invasive technology and pain management techniques for outpatient procedures.

Total joint surgeries moving toward outpatient can also be attributed to:

The transition to value-based care since ASCs are a high quality, low cost option
Insurance companies are more willing to cover outpatient TJRs
Studies show that patients who fit a particular criteria can achieve desired results in the outpatient setting

In this month’s newsletter, we’re peeling back the TJR outpatient trends, cost analysis, and how ASCs are taking a driver’s seat in the total joint arena.

6Jul2018

ASCs Bring Extra Value in Value-Based Care

July 6, 2018

Auxo Medical

Value-based healthcare is a delivery model in which providers are compensated based on patient health outcomes. Under value-based care agreements, providers (including hospitals and physicians) are recognized for helping patients improve their health, reduce the ramifications and incidence of chronic disease, and live a healthier lifestyle in an evidence-based process.

Value-based care is different from a traditional fee-for-service (FFS) approach. FFS providers are paid based on the amount of healthcare services they deliver. The “value” in value-based healthcare is derived from measuring health outcomes against the cost of delivering the outcomes.

28Jun2018

#AskAuxo: Medical Equipment Maintenance Q&A

All month long, we have been focused on the importance of medical equipment maintenance. For this #ASKAuxo blog post, we wanted to dig a little bit deeper. We asked an expert about the fundamentals of proactively keeping equipment fully functional and reliable.

20Jun2018

4 Reasons You Should Make Preventative Maintenance of Medical Equipment a Top Priority

June 20, 2018

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Preventive maintenance programs are designed to ensure equipment is in quality working order to maintain reliable operation, protect patients, minimize the risk of injury to patients, and avoid pricey, unscheduled repairs.

Maintenance. The word itself can often times come with a negative connotation due to the term “High Maintenance.” But when it comes to medical equipment maintenance, the key here is PREVENTative. In this issue’s Auxo Medical newsletter, we’ll peel back why the importance of preventative maintenance cannot be overemphasized.

6Jun2018

Saving Time, Trouble & Money: Sterilizer Chamber Cleanings

June 6, 2018

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What is easy to do is also easy not to do. – Jim Rohn

As a “microwave society” — we enjoy seeing results immediately, and not necessarily waiting for the compound effect to kick in over a long period of time.

Taking a few minutes every single day to clean sterilizer chambers has both short term and long term benefits. Think about the concept of dental hygiene; it is preventative maintenance. Do you brush your teeth daily? Of course you do. But, do you floss daily? Maybe not. It’s easy to do, but it’s also…easy not to do. The benefits of doing this mundane and extra minute or two of work every single day has exponential benefits for your health in the long run.

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