GE HealthCare Korea announced the launch of the Vscan Air PT (Personal Trainer) app, designed to offer virtual training for its portable wireless ultrasound device, the Vscan Air series.
The app seamlessly integrates with the ultrasound system, enabling medical professionals to fully utilize the device’s features through virtual training sessions. It provides comprehensive usage instructions for all models in the Vscan Air lineup, including the Vscan Air CL (Convex & Linear) and the newly launched Vscan Air SL (Sector & Linear).
The Vscan Air SL is an advanced iteration of the Vscan Air series, featuring a sector & linear dual-probe system that facilitates both basic imaging and comprehensive whole-body scans.
Particularly beneficial for cardiovascular diagnostics, the device incorporates new functionalities such as M mode, PW mode, annotation, and transcranial Doppler (TCD), enabling high-resolution imaging and an intuitive software interface to enhance diagnostic efficiency.
Additionally, real-time diagnostics on a portable device improve communication and workflow between medical professionals and patients.
The training program is included with device purchases, enabling healthcare professionals to access instructional content anytime, anywhere. The company expects that this will ensure optimal utilization of the ultrasound device, tailored to different patients and clinical situations.
"The Vscan Air series is a pocket-sized wireless ultrasound solution used for various diagnostic applications, including cardiovascular and internal medicine”, GE HealthCare Korea CEO Kim Yong-duk said. “GE Healthcare is committed to providing not only advanced technology but also the necessary training to help medical professionals make the most of these innovations”.
The company hopes that the launch of the Vscan Air PT app will further support improved clinical practices, Kim added.
GE Healthcare will showcase the virtual training program for the Vscan Air PT app at the upcoming Korea International Medical & Hospital Equipment Show (KIMES) 2025, taking place from March 20 to 23 at COEX in Seoul.
In addition to the app launch, GE Healthcare will provide on-site contract promotions for the Vscan Air CL and the newly launched Vscan Air SL.
