Medical Devices Basics

Get to know all of the medical devices that your customers want

With recent advancements in medical technology there are now a wide range of personal medical devices on the consumer market such as blood pressure monitors, diabetic testing devices, emergency alert systems and even home defibrillators. Such medical products help patients gain more control over their medical care and allow you to play a larger and more direct role in supplying the equipment for that care.

As a medical device provider, it's important to have a firm grasp on the devices that are available and the purposes for which they're used. Learn about the following to understand medical devices basics:

1. Personal medical devices can be used by individuals to monitor and improve their health at home.

2. Medical device companies usually offer devices for both inpatient and outpatient use.

3. There is a wide variety of mobility medical devices and accessories available.

 

Research medical devices that help people improve their health

Offer personal medical devices that help individuals keep their health under control. Blood pressure monitors and glucose meters track vital changes, while medical alert devices are used to notify paramedics in case of emergency.
Try: Learn about medical alert devices like the ones offered by Life Station that allow seniors and people living alone to notify emergency personnel immediately in case of a fall or emergency situation. Use blood pressure monitors and diagnostic equipment from Omron. This medical device manufacturer is one of the most reputable names in healthcare.

Consider computerized medical devices for patients with special needs

Carry computerized medical devices such as TENS units, oxygen units, MRI and EKG machines for clients that require specific monitoring or continuous treatment. These devices are used in hospitals for chronically or critically ill patients, but can also be used at home. These machines are often used by patients with cystic fibrosis, congestive heart failure or chronic asthma or pain conditions.
Try: Work with medical device producers that supply both devices for personal use and medical devices for hospital and nursing home use, like Drive Medical. The company provides mobility and daily living aids, but also carries diagnostic and MRI equipment for nursing use. Body Clock offers TENS units and EMS units, which are used in hospitals for acute pain treatment, for home use.

Find companies that produce a wide range of medical devices

Dealing with companies that cover the spectrum of medical devices from motorized wheelchairs to nebulizers will help your business maintain a wider customer base and help you stay abreast of important industry changes and developments.
Try: Work with a well-known medical devices company that offer a selection as varied as that of Devilbiss. The company is an industry leader for compressors and nebulizers. Invacare is a respected name in healthcare that offers everything from pulse oximeters to walkers and mobility aids.

 

• Keep a medical device list with weight capacities, battery size, and other important details to keep track of the necessary accessories for each medical device.

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