Once you have considered your options and determined the Burdick EKG machine is the right choice for your health care facility, the next step is to make the purchase. A good place to start is to online and comparison shop.
There are many different websites offering new medical equipment and also more than a few offering a number of different refurbished Burdick EKG machine models. Choosing between new and refurbished is often a factor many hospitals and clinics fail to consider, which ends up costing them more for a new model than an equally equipped refurbished model.
A quick comparison of online pricing at medical equipment sellers and medical supply companies specializing in refurbished Burdick EKG machine models will be eye opening. Typically, the refurbished models, which will be just like new, are hundreds of dollars lower in price and still offer a warranty and additional perks with the purchase.
Model and Options
There are several different models of Burdick EKG machines on the market. This manufacturer has a top reputation for providing quality equipment that is durable, reliable and accurate.
There are several different options and features with the various models. There are also options packages such as interpretation and PC storage that come with the various models.
Always consider the features of each model based on the needs of the facility. Some of the models are designed with self-checking features that will restrict printouts with incorrectly attached leads while others will offer color display and 3, 6 or 12-leads of data to be viewed continually on the monitor screen.
Connectivity
More and more it is becoming essential for all monitoring and testing devices to be fully compatible with hospital computer systems. This allows for data transfer and storage directly to patient records, plus it provides the opportunity for the data to be read from a remote location through the system.
Popular options with the new refurbished Burdick EKG machine models include both the possibility for an ethernet connection as well as wireless 802.11. This is an important consideration in some patient areas where direct ethernet connection may not be possible.
Always take a close look at the way that the Burdick EKG machine you are considering will add to the effectiveness of patient care and testing. The best designs will provide benefits for staff as well as patients, which is why these are such popular EKG machine options.
