Quantum installs Q-Rad-Digital Drx Radiographic System at the Burbank Advanced Imaging Center

LONG ISLAND, N.Y., Feb. 25, 2015 —  Medical equipment manufacturer Quantum Medical Imaging has completed the installation of Quantum a Q-Rad-DIGITAL DRX Radiographic System at the Burbank Advanced Imaging Center. The sale and installation was facilitated by Spectrum Medical X-Ray Company, which is a certified Quantum/Carestream Dealer.

The Burbank Advanced Imaging Center is an outpatient radiology facility offering MRI, open MRI, CT, X-ray, ultrasound and arthrograms to patients and referring physicians throughout the San Fernando Valley. They are part of the San Fernando Valley Imaging centers network. For nearly 20 years, San Fernando Valley Imaging centers have proudly served patients of the San Fernando Valley with experienced board-certified radiologists with experience in a range of sub-specialties. They offer patients some of the most advanced radiology technology available and continue to invest in technology, to ensure that those who work and live in the San Fernando Valley benefit from new and improved ways to image the human body. To learn more visit www.sfvimaging.com

The Q-RAD-Digital DRX system installed at Burbank Advanced Imaging Center features a fully integrated x-ray room that consists of a Quantum generator with High Speed Starter, a Floor Mounted Tube Stand, a QW-420 Wall Stand, a QT-750 Elevating Float-Top Table and a Wireless DRX-1 detector for improved patient care.

About Spectrum Medical X-Ray
Spectrum Medical X-Ray Company is a Los Angeles-based company specializing in sales, installation and service of a full range of Medical Diagnostic Imaging Equipment as well as the distribution of film, contrast, and supplies. We take great pride in our leadership in digital X-Ray technology including CR, DR, and PACS systems. Visit spectrumxray.com.

About Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC
Quantum Medical Imaging is a highly innovative company which designs and manufactures medical radiographic systems (both DR and CR digital solutions), for hospitals, imaging centers, orthopedics, clinics and private offices around the world. The company's radiographic systems are backed by our certified network of factory-authorized dealers for sales and service. 

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