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Ep. 167 Equipment Decisions When Building an OBL with Dr. Mary Costantino and Dr. Goke Akinwande
Ep. 167 Equipment Decisions When Building an OBL with Dr. Mary Costantino and Dr. Goke Akinwande
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Length:
55 minutes
Released:
Nov 22, 2021
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Podcast episode
Description
We talk with Dr. Mary Costantino and Dr. Goke Akinwande about their experiences and advice on making equipment purchase decisions for OBLs and outpatient centers, including pitfalls to avoid.
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SHOW NOTES
In this episode, interventional radiologists Dr. Mary Constantino, Dr. Goke Akinwande, and Dr. Aaron Fritts discuss the process of choosing and financing equipment for office-based labs (OBLs). This episode focuses on three major types of equipment: C-arms or fixed units, disposables, and ultrasound machines.
First, the doctors discuss the fundamental differences between mobile C-arms and fixed units. Drs. Constantino and Akinwande agree that while the fixed unit is more ergonomically advantageous, it carries significantly more cost. While a fixed unit must be incorporated into the architectural planning of the OBL, a C-arm can be adapted to an existing space. Both doctors emphasize the importance of vendor support and knowing that they have quick access to technicians in the area.
Dr. Constantino provides her perspective on disposables and device partnerships, noting that an IR’s priority should be obtaining the equipment that allows them to operate to the best of their abilities. Dr. Akinwande obtains most of his disposables through consignment inventory in order to minimize waste.
Finally, the doctors talk about ultrasound technology and situations where different types may be more appropriate than others. Overall, they emphasize that while the OBL model grants autonomy to IRs, this pursuit introduces a large financial risk that should be carefully considered.
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RESOURCES
Midwest Institute for Non-Surgical Therapy: https://www.mintstl.com/
Advanced Vascular Centers: https://www.advancedvascularcenters.com/
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CHECK OUT OUR SPONSOR
Siemens Healthineers
https://www.siemens-healthineers.com/
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SHOW NOTES
In this episode, interventional radiologists Dr. Mary Constantino, Dr. Goke Akinwande, and Dr. Aaron Fritts discuss the process of choosing and financing equipment for office-based labs (OBLs). This episode focuses on three major types of equipment: C-arms or fixed units, disposables, and ultrasound machines.
First, the doctors discuss the fundamental differences between mobile C-arms and fixed units. Drs. Constantino and Akinwande agree that while the fixed unit is more ergonomically advantageous, it carries significantly more cost. While a fixed unit must be incorporated into the architectural planning of the OBL, a C-arm can be adapted to an existing space. Both doctors emphasize the importance of vendor support and knowing that they have quick access to technicians in the area.
Dr. Constantino provides her perspective on disposables and device partnerships, noting that an IR’s priority should be obtaining the equipment that allows them to operate to the best of their abilities. Dr. Akinwande obtains most of his disposables through consignment inventory in order to minimize waste.
Finally, the doctors talk about ultrasound technology and situations where different types may be more appropriate than others. Overall, they emphasize that while the OBL model grants autonomy to IRs, this pursuit introduces a large financial risk that should be carefully considered.
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RESOURCES
Midwest Institute for Non-Surgical Therapy: https://www.mintstl.com/
Advanced Vascular Centers: https://www.advancedvascularcenters.com/
Released:
Nov 22, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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