ROS recently installed a Varian linear accelerator treatment couch with stand-alone operability at a teaching hospital (pictured above). Hands-on training plays an invaluable role in radiation therapy education. Classroom instruction and virtual learning tools help students understand treatment concepts, while…

Haynes Simulator Head (pictured above) affixed to a 1976 Varian Clinac 4 that was originally installed at a hospital in Los Angeles, California. At first glance, the device pictured above looks almost improvised—a boxy X-ray tube housing bolted to the…

Medical imaging plays a vital role in diagnosing patients. A key part of many CT, MRI, and Cath Lab/Interventional Radiology (IR) procedures is the contrast injector, which ensures contrast is delivered with precision and consistency. These devices administer contrast media…

Is your clinic or hospital replacing or decommissioning diagnostic imaging or radiation therapy equipment? Today, owners of equipment have more options on how to dispose of equipment than ever before. There is a vibrant community of medical equipment companies that…

Accuray’s declining financial performance (NASDAQ: ARAY) underscores a broader truth in the radiation therapy industry: OEMs benefit when they embrace independent service organizations and the pre-owned linac market, something Accuray has not done. As Accuray faces ongoing revenue challenges, its…

Varian C-Series linear accelerator systems continue to be a staple in radiation oncology, treating thousands of patients around the globe every day with lifesaving radiation treatments. However, although older models like the Varian iX, Varian Trilogy, and older 21EX units,…