Ultrasound devices are no longer just clinical pieces of equipment. Instead, they have also turned into turn-key boutique business opportunities for those willing to fork out the tens of thousands of dollars for 3D and 4D new and refurbished ultrasound equipment. Doctors, though, comprise the primary market for these devices since medical ultrasound imaging is important not only in the OB/GYN field, but in the radiological and cardiology fields as well.

For mothers wanting to see their baby for the first time and for those unfortunate to have suspected medical problems, the ultrasound machine is clinical device that not only provides valuable medical information, but piece of mind as well. From determining the sex to the health of the baby, having diagnostic ultrasound equipment is vital to an OB/GYN office.

When looking at ultrasound devices:

1. Determine your budget. Ultrasound devices can costs tens of thousands of dollars. You also need to purchase ancillary items like gel as well.

2. If you can afford the top of the line, consider new 3D/4D models.

3. If budget is an issue, consider used ultrasound equipment.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Buy new ultrasound devices

Purchase your new ultrasound devices for OB/GYN, cardiovascular or radiological medical field offices.

I recommend: Request a quote for a portable ultrasound machine, cardiovascular ultrasound machine or radiological ultrasound machine from National Ultrasound, Inc. Look at the ultrasound imaging units from Bell Medical, Inc. Purchase a US 1000 Portable Ultrasound unit from Scrip, Inc. GPS Medical offers both new and used ultrasound devices.

Purchase 3D/4D ultrasound imaging devices

Buy top of the line 3D/4D ultrasound devices. 3D images are static, and 4D are real-time images for clinical diagnosis.

I recommend: Find 3D and 4D ultrasound devices from Absolute Medical Equipment. Check out clinical images from the GE Voluson 730 Expert.

Consider preowned ultrasound devices

Buy used ultrasound equipment at a fraction of the cost of purchasing it new. The equipment is generally refurbished to be almost good as new, and the savings is considerable.

I recommend: Purchase pre-owned used ultrasound equipment, used ultrasound parts, used ultrasound transducers and used ultrasound systems from U.D.S. Look for quality reconditioned machines from Providian Medical Equipment LLC. Receive a full one year warranty on pre-owned equipment from Axess Ultrasound.

Purchase ultrasound gel to go along with your ultrasound devices

Remember to purchase ultrasound gel to accompany your ultrasound devices. The gel will act as conductor between the ultrasound waves and your body, which will enable the sound waves to penetrate deeper.

I recommend: Purchase Sonic Relief Medicated Ultrasound Gel from Home Therapeutics. Buy PARKER SCAN GEL in large or small quantities. Look at the non-sterile and sterile gel options from Cone Instruments.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Home ultrasound devices and home ultrasound equipment should only be purchased and use taught under doctor's orders.