MONTGOMERY, Ala., Aug. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Montgomery Vascular Surgery, one of Montgomery’s leading vascular healthcare providers, announced it has installed the z.one ultra system from ZONARE Medical Systems. Montgomery Vascular is the first vascular surgery practice to employ the z.one ultra system in Alabama. Based on proprietary Zone Sonography(TM) technology, the z.one ultra system provides patients the benefits of a unique Convertible Ultrasound(TM) platform with premium image quality.
“Prior to having the z.one ultra system, our ultrasound unit limited us in evaluating abdominal vascular disease,” said Robert Engles, MD, vascular surgeon at Montgomery Vascular and president of the Alabama Vascular Surgery Society. “We are now able to perform all exams necessary for our growing vascular practice. In addition, the z.one ultra’s ability to become a premium compact ultrasound unit allows us to take it directly to a patient’s exam room for those with limited mobility.”
Zone Sonography technology has enabled ZONARE Medical Systems to bring its unique, patented Convertible Ultrasound platform to the industry providing premium image quality and performance together with portability at an attractive price to value ratio. Clinicians are able to convert the z.one system, at the touch of a button, from a full-featured, cart-based system into a compact ultrasound system with the premium image quality, performance and features of larger and more expensive ultrasound units, yet with the portability of conventional hand carried systems.
The z.one system’s Zone Sonography software-based architecture allows its performance to continue to improve as greater processing power becomes available. System upgrades can be downloaded via the internet, allowing for fast, convenient advances in clinical capabilities, enabling clinicians to cost-effectively maintain a state of the art premium ultrasound system.
“The system is very user friendly and took little to no time to incorporate into our busy schedule,” said Sherry Johnston, practice manager for Montgomery Vascular. “Additionally, when ZONARE introduces its vascular structured reporting package, we will be able to transfer data directly to our lab’s reporting software at the completion of each exam, further increasing our productivity. The ability to implement future upgrades of this nature is key to providing state-of-the-art technology for diagnosing and treating our patients.”
Montgomery Vascular is committed to providing excellent patient care through skilled vascular professionals supported by state-of-the-art technology. Using ultrasound imaging as well as other modalities, the practice provides vascular care including carotid artery, aneurysms, peripheral vascular and venous disease diagnoses and treatment. It was the first practice to perform successful endovascular aortic aneurysm surgery in Alabama and is accredited by the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Vascular Laboratories (ICAVL), which created The Standards for high quality vascular care.
“It is an honor to be a part of this highly skilled team of vascular healthcare professionals,” said Donald Southard, president and CEO of ZONARE. “Montgomery Vascular strives to offer patients leading technology in support of greater diagnostic confidence. We enthusiastically share this common goal and philosophy in support of excellent patient care.”
Dr. Engles will be the keynote speaker at an upcoming seminar regarding Zone Sonography technology to be held at the Birmingham Marriott on August 14, 2007 from 6 - 9 p.m. All area sonographers, vascular surgeons, radiologists and other ultrasound professionals are invited. Contact Niesa Johnson at njohnson@zonare.com for further information.
About Montgomery Vascular Surgery, P.C.
Montgomery Vascular Surgery has been providing services to the central Alabama area since 1991. There are three Board Certified vascular surgeons -- Dr. Charles E. Ingalls, Dr. Robert E. Engles, and Dr. Ralph B. Redd. Our areas of vascular care include carotid arteries, aneurysms, peripheral vascular as well as venous disease diagnoses and treatment. Montgomery Vascular is accredited by the ICAVL.
About ZONARE Medical Systems
ZONARE Medical Systems, Inc., is a privately-held company that designs, develops, and manufactures premium performance compact ultrasound solutions, which combine its proprietary technology with an innovative physical design. Zone Sonography technology, ZONARE’s unique patented approach to ultrasound imaging, is focused on bringing premium image quality and performance to clinical settings, leading to advanced diagnostic capabilities, portability, cost-effective operation, maintenance and upgrades, and attractive value to clinicians. For more information, please visit our web site at http://www.zonare.com.
ZONARE Medical Systems
CONTACT: Laurie Hallwyler of ZONARE Medical Systems, +1-650-248-9081,lhallwyler@zonare.com or Sherry Johnston of Montgomery Vascular Surgery,+1-334-284-6500, sjohnston@mvs601.com
Web site: http://www.zonare.com/