Quantum Installs a Q-Rad-DIGITAL DRX Radiographic System at Saint Alphonsus Medical Center's Orthopedic Clinic in Nampa, ID

Medical equipment manufacturer, Quantum Medical Imaging has completed installation of a Quantum Q-Rad-DIGITAL DRX Radiographic System at Saint Alphonsus Medical Center's Orthopedic Clinic in Nampa, ID. The sale and installation was facilitated by Turn-Key Medical, Inc. in Meridian, ID that is a certified Quantum / Carestream Dealer.

Saint Alphonsus Medical Center's Orthopedic Clinic provides a nationally recognized comprehensive treatment program for patients with orthopedic concerns, including hip, knee, foot and ankle problems. Saint Alphonsus has been included in the nation's Top 100 Hospitals list. Their performance has earned the Orthopedic Institute awards for outstanding patient care, as well as for their multi-disciplinary approach to orthopedic treatment. The Orthopedic Institute was a Recipient of the Health Grades Joint Replacement Excellence Award in 2011 and ranked among the top 10 percent in the Nation for joint replacement surgery. Additionally, Saint Alphonsus has been named a Blue Distinction Center of Excellence for Knee and Hip Replacement by the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.  The institute's expansive integration of research and patient care ensures refined treatment and reconstruction options, making the average length of stay for patients comparable to the most reputable orthopedic hospitals in the U.S.  To find out more go to:  www.saintalphonsus.org

The Q-RAD-Digital DRX system installed at Saint Alphonsus Medical Center's Orthopedic Clinic features a fully integrated X-ray room that consists of a Quantum 50kW generator with High Speed Starter, a Ceiling Mounted Tube Support with TechVision, a QW-420-D Wall Stand, a QT-750-D Elevating Float-Top Table and a Wireless DRX-1C Cesium detector providing “lower dose imaging” for shared use in the Table and Table Top configurations for improved patient care.  The wireless DRX-1C Cesium detector is ideal for the orthopedic imaging concerns at Saint Alphonsus Medical Center's Orthopedic Clinic, including spine, hip, knee, foot and ankle due to its versatility and ability to expedite orthopedic exams.