Digital equipment modernises x-ray rooms
From left are senior radiographer Simon Andrew, Philips Healthcare customer service engineer x-ray Steve Oates and project manager Cath Sellwood, head of medical imaging Christopher Vanstone, senior radiographer Katie Swann, Philips customer service engineer x-ray Mike Stewart, senior radiographer Mike Gibson, Philips account manager Leon Parsons, district general manager Ian Graves and business leader dXR and women’s healthcare Stephanie Holden.
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital has replaced 18-year old x-ray rooms with three Philips DigitalDiagnost Flex Wireless digital x-ray systems. One unit is specifically for orthopaedics, another will be used for A&E trauma while the third is for general use.
Superintendent reporting radiographer Julie Collins said: “We like the fact that the equipment is so versatile and easy to manoeuvre. The image acquisition is fast and of a very high quality, which makes the throughput of patients much quicker. The purchase has made a huge difference, leading to a more effective service for our patients and users.”
See the full report on page 18 of the December 2013 issue of RAD Magazine.
