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If you are running a hospital, you know how essential well-conditioned EKG machine is. Whether used in an emergency to diagnose a serious heart problem, or used as a regular investigation tool, the importance of EKG machines cannot be overstated. Moreover, many physicians today like to purchase more than one EKG machine for their hospital to make it easier to use them for different purposes. No wonder the medical equipment market is studded with a wide variety of EKG machines to suit your needs.

Today mostphysicians opt for portable and FAA approved models of EKG machines. These machines are easy to handle in different situations and are very reliable. Cart-mounted EKG machines are also popular.

Numerous online shops offer huge discounts too on new or used models. Be cautious and avoid hasty deals, lest you fall prey to costly yet featureless equipment.

 In an EKG machine, you should consider:

• Paper width and the length of the strip the machine prints
• Availability of a keyboard for entering patient demographics
• Ability to connect to your computer
• Availability of screen
• Ability to connect to electronic medical records
• Integration with other diagnostic features including holter monitoring, stress test, vital monitoring, spirometry, etc.

When you purchase online, your service provider should offer you training as well as instructional material for your newly purchased machine. Ensure that the manufacturer will handle the warranty and any service problems. Many manufacturers offer good discounts if you purchase a previously used machine. Many will also give guaranteed conditioning and maintenance of the machines if you request it.

Burdick, Schiller, GE Marquette, Phillips, Nihon, and Bionet are some of the popular brands of EKG machines in the market today. Do a careful comparative study regarding the features and price ranges of these machines. After a thorough analysis and consulting with the manufacturer, you can purchase these life-saving machines for your hospital and feel confident in your choice.