Guest Editorial Callie G. Moore, BA, RAC 4/9/2019 As our country begins the ramp-up to the 2020 elections a good deal of rhetoric and press has been aimed at what has generally been described as “healthcare reform”. Specifically, the mantra of “affordable” healthcare for all, without defining what affordable actually means. In the most general … Continue reading
Acertara has redefined its repair capabilities on Philips X5-1 xMatrix transducers. Repair capabilities include cosmetic repairs, lens replacements, CW mitigation, re-termination, and complex electrical repairs on both the explora and compact connectors. We have also expanded our inventory to include loaners for both models. Call the main office at 303-834-8413 or email us at [email protected] for your … Continue reading
Artificial Intelligence G. Wayne Moore, B.Sc., MBA, FASE 03/12 /19 “Over the next few years, the role of AI will continue to grow but ethical and legal issues are yet to be addressed.” -Daniel Sokol, PhD, Medical Ethicist As with any exciting and potentially game changing technology the initial hyperbole about its value and the … Continue reading
The Human Eye versus AI G. Wayne Moore, B.Sc., MBA, FASE 02/12 /19 Medical images are often comprised of both subjective and objective interpretation components. This is true because each type of imaging modality has strengths and weaknesses ranging from the breadth of clinical use to what humans perceive as image resolution. Medical imaging devices … Continue reading
G. Wayne Moore, B.Sc., MBA, FASE 01/08/19 The generally accepted definition of a Potemkin Village is any construction built solely to deceive the viewer into thinking the situation is better than it seems. The term comes from stories of a fake portable village built solely to impress Empress Catherine II by her former lover Grigory … Continue reading
G. Wayne Moore, B.Sc., MBA, FASE 12/11 /18 I just want to take this month’s newsletter to say how very much I appreciate our HTM customers. HTMs have an increasingly tough job taking care of more and more medical devices with an ever increasingly level of complexity, and with fewer and fewer resources to accomplish … Continue reading
Acertara had the pleasure of participating and attending the CEAI Conference in Illinois this past August. Check out the highlight video below! You might see some familiar faces! … Continue reading
Sunday, November 11th, 2018 Originally called Armistice Day, commemorating the signing of the agreement that ended World War I at 11:00 A.M., November 11, 1918, this federal holiday was changed to Veterans Day in 1954. At that time, it became a day to honor all the men and women who have served in the armed … Continue reading
The Next Chapter in the FDA 3rd Party Service Docket G. Wayne Moore, B.Sc., MBA, FASE 11/13 /18 At first glance at the title of the upcoming FDA workshop on this topic one may be excused in thinking; “Wait a minute, I thought the FDA has already defined what remanufacturing is!” FDA definition of remanufacturer: … Continue reading
Acertara is delighted to announce the success in upgrading our Quality Management System from ISO 13485:2003 to ISO 13485:2016. Check out the link to see the Certificate and scope of work! ISO 13485: 2016 Certificate We are honored to be your one-stop shop for Probe Repair and Ultrasound Testing Equipment! Our Customer Service team is … Continue reading
