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Focus on: Westchester County Medical Center Division of Biomedical Engineering
P M Gupte1, T Tsunekage, W P Ma
1Westchester County Medical Center, Valhalla, NY 10590.
Journal of Clinical Engineering
|July 1, 1994
Summary
The Division of Biomedical Engineering (DBME) at Westchester County Medical Center (WCMC) manages all medical equipment, including diagnostic imaging and life support systems. DBME also offers academic programs and plans for future technology integration in healthcare.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Healthcare Technology Management
Background:
- The Division of Biomedical Engineering (DBME) is integral to medical center operations.
- Effective management of biomedical equipment is crucial for patient care and safety.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the comprehensive services provided by the DBME at Westchester County Medical Center (WCMC).
- To highlight DBME's role in managing diverse medical equipment and its future technological outlook.
Main Methods:
- The DBME oversees all diagnostic imaging equipment (radiology, radiation medicine, nuclear medicine).
- Responsibility extends to patient care and life support equipment across various critical units (ICU, OR, ER, labs).
- Services include academic programs, research, design, database support, technology planning, and device evaluation.
Main Results:
- DBME provides end-to-end biomedical equipment services at WCMC.
- The division manages a wide spectrum of medical devices, ensuring operational readiness.
- DBME actively engages in planning for the integration of advanced technologies.
Conclusions:
- The DBME plays a critical role in ensuring the functionality and advancement of medical technology within a healthcare setting.
- DBME's comprehensive services support patient care, research, and future healthcare innovation.