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The type of CT Scanner’s X-Ray tube should be an important consideration when deciding on which CT Scanner to purchase. X-ray tubes don’t last forever and will eventually have to be replaced. Generally, they are the most expensive part of a CT Scanner, and it’s important to understand not only how long it will last, but...

ROS is very pleased to announce the recent sale and installation of a medical linear accelerator system to a community hospital located in Redlands, CA. The hospital is currently in the process of constructing a new facility and had asked ROS for assistance during the transition period. Rather than continue to use an...

Here is a quick proton therapy systems comparison guide. Proton therapy has been growing in popularity due to its unique characteristics vs. conventional, external beam, MV (photon) radiation therapy.  Proton’s unique feature is that the radiation beam “stops” at the tumor site, which translates to minimal damage to...

Radiation oncology facilities in the United States should think carefully about what happens to their used equipment.  Much of this equipment is being destroyed and scrapped unnecessarily, and it’s imperative that it not go to waste.  Used linear accelerators are in high demand in developing markets, and what we do in...

The very first Varian Edge Radiotherapy System has been offered in the secondary (used equipment) market.  Rarely does radiation therapy equipment this new enter the secondary market, and those ready to make a purchase often capture thousands, or even millions of dollars in savings. The Varian Edge is a medical linear...

Looking at a linear accelerator, it is not hard to imagine how difficult it can be to remove one from a medical facility. Not only is it a sophisticated and expensive piece of machinery, but it is also, to put it mildly, huge. To make matters more complicated, this behemoth is surrounded by patients, doctors, and other...