Stainless Steel Instrument Tables Are Versatile and Reliable
stainless steel instrument tables with a simple, sturdy design that can function effectively in a variety of operating room environments. These instrument tables are characterized by their heavy-duty welded stainless steel construction which ensures many years of reliable service. They also come equipped with self-lubricating 3” casters that allow them to be transported quickly and quietly. Most importantly, their 304-gauge stainless steel surfaces are easy to clean and sanitize. Our instrument tables are available in seven standard sizes, as well as a virtually limitless selection of custom dimensions. Other customizable options include outer rails, drawers and cabinets. You can also choose from variants with or without a full bottom shelf. With these features, an instrument table can be tailored to suit the unique needs of all our customers. To learn more about the instrument tables we offer at Novum Medical Products, you can download their complete specifications here and view the video below! If you have further questions about these or any of the other products we carry, feel free to give us a call at (800) 274-2742 to speak with a representative. Be sure to check out our custom configurator tool as well! Here, you can design medical-grade cribs, overbed tables, recliners and more to your exact specifications. Just select the options that are right for you and we’ll get to work.
Youth Beds Keep Young Patients Safe and Secure
That’s why we offer youth hospital beds that are designed specifically for children who are too old for cribs, but too young for full-size beds. These beds, which are available in both manual and electric variants, provide superior comfort and security for pediatric patients. Our youth beds feature full-length bedside rails that adhere to the 23/8” safety requirements for preventing entrapment. They also include four IV hook holes that give physicians more treatment options for young patients. Thanks to their adjustable sleeping surface and 5” foam mattresses, these beds are able to accommodate pediatric patients of all ages. In addition to keeping children safe and comfortable, youth beds also make it easy for hospital staff to transport patients if necessary. Our youth beds offer a versatile, reliable solution for any healthcare facility that routinely provides care for pediatric patients. To learn more about our youth beds or any of the other products you can find at Novum Medical Products, please feel free to give us a call or contact us online today. You can also use our custom configurator to tailor a variety of our products to your exact specifications.
Offer Comfortable Accommodations With Waiting Room and Patient Room Seating
That’s why we offer a diverse selection of waiting room furniture that is designed to be as comfortable and familiar as possible. In contrast to the more sterile design of other medical furnishings, these chairs are available with natural wood finishes and thick cushions that are reminiscent of the furnishings you might have in your own home. We even offer recliner chairs that can allow friends and family to get some much-needed shuteye during extended hospital stays. In addition to being uncommonly comfortable, these chairs feature ergonomic designs that make them easy to clean and maintain as well. Their durable medical-grade upholstery is designed to guard against stains, and they include a hidden crumb space so that messes can be quickly swept away. Our iSeries Recliners can also be customized with our configurator tool to suit the unique needs of different facilities. At Novum Medical Products, we strive to provide waiting and patient room seating options that are every bit as comfortable as they are functional. To learn more, you can browse our complete lineup of waiting room seating options online, or give us a call today to speak with a representative!
New 3D Imaging Technology Visualizes Surgeries in Real Time
Now, however, a new imaging machine called the 0-arm Scanner is allowing surgeons to visualize spinal surgeries in real time with high-resolution 3D X-Ray images. The scanner, which resembles a narrow MRI machine, consists of a ring-shaped gantry that can be opened and closed to move the patient into position without disturbing their spine. Once the ring is in place, it can be tilted to capture images at angles that would otherwise be impossible to view. During the operation, the surgeon can view live images of their work on a digital flat-panel screen placed adjacent to the ring. The O-arm’s imaging capabilities are particularly helpful when placing hardware in a patient’s vertebrae. “Normally, when you put screws in without the use of this technology, you are guided by the anatomy and your own view of the patient’s spine from previous imaging,” said spinal surgeon Robert Lee of Greater London’s Royal National Orthopedic Hospital in a recent interview. “With the O-arm Scanner you get a real-life 3D model. The camera enables you to put the screws in exactly where they should be. It is extremely precise.” During an operation, the scanner can spin 360 degrees around a patient and capture nearly 400 images in just 13 seconds. It also utilizes low-dose X-ray imaging to minimize the risks associated with radiation exposure. Although the O-arm is currently only available in a few specialized surgery departments, it could become the new imaging standard for spinal surgeons before too long.
What Makes Stainless Steel So Ideal for Healthcare Settings?
First and foremost, stainless steel surfaces are non-porous, which makes them easy to thoroughly disinfect. This is important for infection control programs that are designed to prevent surgical site infections and disease transmission in hospitals. When viewed under an electron microscope, you can see that stainless steel can be disinfected more effectively than other materials like enameled steel or polycarbonate plastic. In addition to playing a key role in infection control, stainless steel is also highly durable, rust proof and non-magnetic. This last feature is especially important in operating rooms where sensitive equipment can be damaged or disrupted by magnetic fields. Because stainless steel hospital equipment doesn’t rust or corrode when exposed to moisture, it can also function effectively for many years without needing to be repaired or replaced. This makes it a very cost-effective option for healthcare facilities that must adhere to tight budgetary constraints. At Novum Medical Products, we often utilize stainless steel in our hospital-grade equipment, such as instrument tables and bassinets. You can even use our custom product configurator to design your own stainless steel equipment, or give us a call at our toll-free number to learn more
More Hospitals Are Using Proton Therapy to Treat Cancer
behind the tumors.
Proton therapy was actually first introduced in the 1950s, but it hasn’t been accessible to many patients until very recently.
That’s because proton therapy machines are essentially small particle accelerators that use cyclotrons to propel protons to two-thirds the speed of light. Once the protons are brought up to speed, a series of magnetic plates is used to focus the particles into a concentrated beam that can be shaped to the contours of individual tumors. In addition to being more precise than X-ray radiation therapy, proton therapy is also faster. Whereas traditional radiation therapy requires patients to hold still for minutes at a time, a dose of protons takes just seconds to administer. 10 years ago, there were only four proton therapy centers in the country. Soon, according to The Chicago Tribune, there will be more than 50. Thanks to new technological innovations, the cost of proton therapy is also expected to fall dramatically within the next five years. As the technology continues to get more affordable and accessible, proton therapy could become a valuable new tool for oncologists in hospitals across the country.
Apple is Preparing to Open Its Own Medical Clinics
its own private health clinics as well.
Operating under the name AC Wellness, these clinics will administer a variety of healthcare services to Apple’s employees.
The company already has one health clinic at its headquarters in Cupertino that employs doctors, physical therapists, chiropractors and dietitians. Following Apple’s announcement, the AC Wellness website also posted job listings for an acute care physician, phlebotomist, nurse practitioner, clinical exercise coach and more. In addition to offering healthcare services to company employees, Apple also plans to use its clinics to test new products and services. This could include testing the biometric screening capabilities of wearables like the Apple Watch, for example. It could facilitate the development of new software that helps people to monitor and manage their medical and dietary health. Apple currently has plans to open two AC Wellness clinics this spring, and there will likely be more to follow. Ultimately, these clinics could allow Apple to develop a comprehensive healthcare program for its employees. If companies like Amazon and Apple are successful in their efforts, these private programs could even serve as a model for a future resolution from the Federal Government.
Portable Medical Equipment Demands Frequent Sanitation
Although healthcare professionals have long understood the risks associated with unsanitary medical equipment, new research in epidemiology has revealed that portable medical equipment is a common source of disease transmission in hospitals. This research was conducted by Dr. Chetan Jindatha of Texas A&M, in conjunction with several healthcare institutions located throughout Texas. Jindatha’s goal was to identify which high-touch surfaces harbor the greatest potential for disease transmission, and to assess the extent to which these surfaces are effectively cleaned and sanitized. After recording and analyzing their observations, Jindatha and his team found that portable patient care devices such as computers on wheels, IV pumps, vitals machines and overbed tables often have a particularly high risk of contamination. These pieces of medical equipment are frequently transferred between rooms, and it’s not always clear whose responsibility it is to maintain their cleanliness. “If you ask hospital leadership, they will say it is everyone’s responsibility,” said Jindatha in an interview with Infection Control Today. “But it also depends on whether the workforce is a unionized or non-unionized workforce. Are we going to tell nurses to do it, or are we going to put it on environmental services (EVS) personnel?” Regardless of who is responsible for these cleaning duties, it’s important for healthcare facilities to maintain a system of accountability that ensures mobile computer stations and other portable pieces of equipment are thoroughly sanitized each and every time they’re moved from one room to another. Administrators should also make sure that all staff members are educated about the dangers of disease transmission on high-touch surfaces. “While items on wheels have a convenience factor for healthcare personnel, they have critical infection prevention and control implications,” Jindatha continued in his interview.
With this in mind, it’s up to all of us in the healthcare industry to mitigate the risk of disease transmission by remaining vigilant in our cleaning and sanitation practices.
It might seem insignificant, but a task as simple as cleaning a computer keyboard or an overbed table with disinfectant wipes can make an important difference in a hospital setting. Together, we can all do our part to improve patient safety and prevent the spread of contagious diseases.
US Hospitals Confronted With the Worst Flu Season in Years
at least 20 children.
So why is the flu so bad this year?
To begin with, H3N2 is a historically virulent flu virus. It’s also a fairly uncommon strain of the flu, which means few people have an immune resistance to H3N2. Furthermore, the CDC was expecting an H1 strain of the flu to be the most prevalent this year, so they synthesized a flu vaccine to target the H1 strain instead of H3. Unfortunately, this H1 vaccine is only about 30 percent effective against the H3N2 flu. Together, these three factors have conspired to make this year’s flu season particularly severe.
That’s why we’re helping hospitals stay one step ahead of the flu.
A bad flu season can be especially hard on pediatric departments, so we’re offering cribs and bassinets to accommodate the sudden influx of young patients being treated for the flu. We’ve already received a few rush orders on these products from facilities that are running out of space for patients, and we’re keeping more in stock to ensure there are enough pediatric beds to go around. If you need additional supplies to meet the demands of this flu season, the team at Novum Medical Products would be happy to lend a hand. Browse our healthcare supplies online, or give us a call to speak with a representative today.