Buying used is always a great option, whether it be used cars, used clothing or used furniture. So, why not buy used medical equipment for your medical practice? Here are some benefits of employing refurbished medical equipment.
It is no secret that becoming a medical doctor or veterinarian is an expensive task. According to a recent study conducted by the American Veterinary Medical Association, over 90% of veterinary school grads start out their career with significant debt. So why not start your practice by cutting costs where you can? Taking advantage of used medical equipment will significantly reduce the high costs your practice will have to take on, and keep your facility bottom financial line very low.
Keeping your patient’s costs low will keep patients coming in, but will also ensure the health and safety of their beloved pets. According to the American Pet Products Association, pet owners spent 55 billion dollars on their pets in 2013, with veterinary care accounting for 14.37 billion.
Over 62% of households own a pet, with 46.3 million owning dogs, and 38.9 million owning cats. Unfortunately, cats visit veterinarians 30% less than dogs, and cat owners tend to spend less on veterinary care. Cats represent 80% of clinic growth potential, so implementing lower costs by simply buying used veterinary equipment can bring growth to you, and happy cats to the world.
Another benefit of using refurbished medical equipment is that you have a higher selection of choices when it comes to leasing. If you prefer using a specific type of equipment you may have a better chance of finding it used. Even though there may have been upgrades in technology, if a machine is still viable then go for it! Why would you want to spend thousands on a brand spanking new veterinary exam table when perfectly good ones are available for cheaper?
There are just a few things you should look for when using refurbished veterinary equipment. The first thing you should check for is the condition of the equipment, just because the piece is used doesn’t mean you should settle for dilapidated and barely functional equipment. Also make sure to check the quality, as pre-owned equipment should not be severely outdated and so worn down it is not functional.
Making use of used medical equipment will bring many benefits to you and your clinic. Check out used medical equipment for sale near you!