BELLEVUE, Wash., Sept. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- Overlake Hospital Medical Center, a leading Washington state healthcare facility, announced it recently completed the installation of the z.one ultrasound system from ZONARE Medical Systems, a developer of next-generation ultrasound technology. Overlake is among the first healthcare facilities in the Seattle area to offer the z.one system, which is based on revolutionary Zone Sonography(TM) technology. This breakthrough technology allows the system to convert from a full-featured, cart-based ultrasound unit into a premium compact system at the touch of a button.
“We strive to provide our patients with the latest advances in medical imaging technology,” said Michael Wade, operations manager for Medical Imaging at Overlake. “ZONARE has developed the world’s first Convertible Ultrasound(TM) system which is ideal for ultrasound imaging at a patient’s bedside. Unlike previous compact ultrasound systems, however, the z.one unit doesn’t compromise image quality which is critical for diagnostic confidence.”
Zone Sonography technology has allowed ZONARE Medical Systems to bring the first Convertible Ultrasound(TM) platform to the industry with superb image quality at a substantial price to value ratio. Clinicians are able to instantly convert the z.one platform from a full-featured, cart-based system into a premium compact, ultrasound system with all the performance of substantially larger and more expensive ultrasound units, yet, with greater portability and clinical flexibility than conventional compact systems.
Combining a fundamentally new advance in ultrasound, Zone Sonography technology coupled with the z.one platform’s radically new physical design provides the maximum flexibility offering significant clinical and workflow solutions for a wide variety of customer challenges. The z.one platform’s Zone Sonography software-based architecture ensures that its performance will increase as improvements in processing power become available. This allows for fast, convenient upgrades in clinical capabilities, keeping clinicians at the forefront of diagnostic capabilities as well as protecting their investment. With ZONARE’s latest release, upgrades can now be downloaded via the internet, another industry first.
“It is important that we provide premium quality imaging regardless of the patient’s location in the hospital,” said Ardie Vosburgh, ultrasound supervisor for Overlake. “Now, to be able to easily take a compact unit to the ICU or other difficult to access areas, and still have this high quality imaging capability, makes for better patient care.”
At Overlake, the Medical Imaging staff uses the latest technology to sharpen the focus of diagnostic imaging, providing cost-effective, fast, clear and precise medical images. This technology, combined with the compassion and caring of the medical imaging staff at Overlake, provides a healing environment where medical excellence is standard. Overlake Hospital Medical Imaging is fully accredited. Medical Imaging services include Ultrasound, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Computed Tomography, and Vascular Interventional Imaging.
“Overlake is very well known for its state-of-the-art imaging capabilities and commitment to patient care,” said Donald Southard, president and CEO for ZONARE. “The hospital’s implementation of the z.one system with Zone Sonography technology is further evidence of this deep commitment. We are honored to be a partner in helping to provide such outstanding medical care.”
About Overlake Hospital Medical Center
Overlake Hospital Medical Center is a 337-bed, not-for-profit regional medical center offering a full range of advanced medical services to the Puget Sound Region. Led by a volunteer Board of Directors, Overlake employs more than 2,100 people and has more than 700 active and courtesy physicians on staff. Overlake is the only Level III Trauma Center in eastern Puget Sound. The hospital is distinguished for its cardiac services and its award winning surgical services. Overlake has been ranked as a top 100 heart program in the country and is rated as a top performer in the state of Washington. Overlake is also rated as one of the most wired innovator hospitals and health systems in the nation. The hospital has received many awards and recognitions both regionally and nationally. For further information, visit www.overlakehospital.org .
About ZONARE Medical Systems
ZONARE Medical Systems, Inc. designs, develops, and manufactures premium compact performance ultrasound solutions, which combine revolutionary technology with an innovative physical design. Zone Sonography technology, ZONARE’s unique patented approach to ultrasound imaging, is focused on bringing the highest performance to all clinical settings, leading to advanced diagnostic capabilities, more cost effective operation and increased value to providers. For more information, please visit our web site at www.zonare.com .
ZONARE Medical Systems
CONTACT: Caitlin Hillary of Overlake Hospital Medical Center,+1-425-688-3513, or caitlin.hillary@overlakehospital.org; or Lars Shaw ofZONARE Medical Systems, +1-650-230-2787, or lshaw@zonare.com
