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Probecrastination

The Corner Office Wayne Moore 8/08/2023 Sometimes when we get a probe in for repair, we encounter multiple issues with the probe such as a cracked case with a delaminated lens, and seamline separation. We know these issues likely did not occur at the same time; we often will ask the customer why they did … Continue reading

July 19, 2023 Newsletter

Buggy Whips and AI

The Corner Office Wayne Moore 7/11/2023 Among many questions that people are beginning to ask concerning the development and adaptation of artificial intelligence there is a predominant recurring question: “what impact the development of artificial intelligence will have over the next few years with regard to eliminating jobs.” As with all disruptive technological advances there … Continue reading

June 29, 2023 Newsletter

Employee Spotlight: Audra Rohn

I am the Director of Finance and Accounting at Acertara. In my role, I perform various accounting duties in areas such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, credit & collection, the monthly closing cycle, and financial reporting. Recently, inventory, purchasing, and shipping/receiving have transitioned to fall under the finance and accounting structure. I am excited to … Continue reading

May 26, 2023 Newsletter

When Good Enough isn’t Good Enough

The Corner Office Wayne Moore 6/13/2023 At a recent ultrasound medical conference that I attended I actually heard a speaker, a Medical Doctor, say that the 2D image produced by a low priced hand-held ultrasound unit was “good enough” for the clinical application he was using it for (calculating cardiac ejection fraction). He said this … Continue reading

May 23, 2023 Newsletter

Debunking Common Ultrasound Myths

Ultrasound is a vital tool not only in prenatal care, but across internal medicine as a whole. But despite its widespread use, reliability, and proven safety record, there are still many myths and misconceptions surrounding the technology. These myths can cause unnecessary worry and anxiety for patients and can even lead to avoidance of necessary … Continue reading

May 17, 2023 Uncategorized

Ultrasound’s Impact on Healthcare Risk Management

Accurate diagnosis and timely treatment are critical to ensuring the best possible patient care. Misdiagnosis or delayed treatment can lead to serious consequences, including disease progression, complications, or even death. More and more, clinicians are turning to ultrasound to help illuminate the path to optimal outcomes. Ultrasound helps mitigate risks by providing a noninvasive, accurate, … Continue reading

May 17, 2023 Uncategorized

What Does Deep Learning Do for Ultrasound Accuracy?

Modern ultrasound has revolutionized patient diagnosis and condition monitoring, but accurately interpreting ultrasound images can be a challenge — even for experienced clinicians. The human body is complex, and the variability of ultrasound imaging can make interpretation complicated. Fortunately, advancements in artificial intelligence are taking some of that burden off diagnosticians. Deep learning algorithms are … Continue reading

April 28, 2023 Uncategorized