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Nationwide Service Support of Radiation Oncology Equipment, Linear Accelerators, and CT Simulators
Oncology Services International (or OSI) is The One Source for all radiation oncology equipment and service needs. We deliver 24/7 service response, and replacement parts for all your existing therapy equipment. When developing your clinic, think of OSI to provide true “turnkey” technology solutions combining quality refurbished Linear Accelerators, and CT Simulators with new technologies. The result is affordable, state-of-the-art treatment options you can rely upon. Now you can offer and maintain cancer treatments like IMRT that will meet your price point and allow your patients the best treatment at your own facility. Service The OSI field network of specialist-trained linear accelerator service technicians has depth of experience, as its team members are factory trained and have designated specialists for Siemens, Varian and Elekta systems. There are also training experts in the newest technologies who ensure every highly-skilled OSI linear accelerator service technician has the knowledge to certify reliability on your machine. OSI's nationwide team stands behind all its equipment, maximizing uptime on any machines entrusted to OSI for maintenance. With the largest independent network for professional radiation therapy service anywhere, a local OSI specialist is just a phone call away in most metro areas. Unlike most factory service operations, OSI offers 24/7 access to support. OSI's nationwide support network currently has more than 70 professional staff members, and is expanding rapidly. OSI has a support contract to suit every situation: Full Parts and Labor - like an extended warranty with OSI taking responsibility for planned preventative maintenance to maximize uptime and ensure the performance of your equipment meets manufacturer's specifications. Labor only - like a full service contract above except that parts are billed as required. Guaranteed Maximum - similar to Labor only but OSI caps your maximum parts cost in a contract period to coinsure you on very expensive major repairs. Tailored contracts involving shared care with trained in-house technicians Time and Materials - for Removals, Installs, Refurbishments, Inspection Reports, and Troubleshooting using our highly-skilled OSI linear accelerator service technicians Mission Our mission, "says Philip Podmore OSI president" is to focus on providing a trustworthy alternative to the premium-priced OEM [original equipment manufacturer] for lifetime support of equipment needs in radiation therapy…so you can focus on your patient." OSI strives to manifest that Mission by systematically and consistently providing outstanding high value support for the equipment needed in today's radiation therapy clinic. From skilled service, supply and installation of quality parts and equipment, both new and refurbished from all major manufacturers, OSI brings a unique and comprehensive solution combining quality, technology and value not available from anyone else. Company Evolution In 1985, Philip Podmore saw the opportunity for quality independent service on radiation therapy equipment, and started his business, bringing more than a decade of Philips experience with him. He was soon joined by Ron Drake, Martin Shapiro and Ken Wright, engineers experienced in Varian and other brands sharing a similar ethic, of honest no-nonsense professional work. Satisfied customers grew, as Accelinear Service Company developed across the eastern and mid-western US. When, in 1999 the owners of TOG decided to sell their linear accelerator parts business, it was a logical that as one of their largest customers, Accelinear purchased them. A successful west coast based provider of independent field service and pre-owned linear accelerators from Varian, Radiation Electronics, embraced similar values and skills to those of Accelinear. Thus in 2003 when Gregg Blandin and Domenic Greco merged their interests with Accelinear the result was the largest pan-national independent linear accelerator service company. Meanwhile, since 1996 Linac Systems under the direction of James Sharkey, and his partners Glen Davis and Ken Stanton had set about proving refurbished equipment could be both economic and reliable, becoming the market leader for quality pre-owned Radiation Therapy equipment focusing on pre-owned Siemens Linear Accelerators, which the company refurbished to the highest standard in its FDA-registered factory. The fall of 2003 saw the creation of Oncology Services International (OSI) following a merger between Accelinear and Linac Systems. In spring 2004, Joe O'Connor and his company , RT Technical Services of Dallas, a second respected refurbisher of Varian pre-owned Linear Accelerators, joined OSI. OSI continues its evolution into The One Source for value solutions to the Radiation Oncology community by adding to the strength of the merged company, partnerships with many prestigious technology vendors in the Radiation Therapy Equipment market, including Siemens, and Eclipse Medical Imaging to offer relevant solutions with the same guarantee of quality. Headquartered in New Jersey, with additional refurbishment and inventory facilities in Georgia, Texas, Ohio, and California, we maintain a staff of highly trained linear accelerator service technicians, engineers and support staff in over 40 states, and in 3 other countries in Central and South America.
Oncology Services International (or OSI) is The One Source for all radiation oncology equipment and service needs. We deliver 24/7 service response, and replacement parts for all your existing therapy equipment. When developing your clinic, think of OSI to provide true “turnkey” technology solutions combining quality refurbished Linear Accelerators, and CT Simulators with new technologies. The result is affordable, state-of-the-art treatment options you can rely upon. Now you can offer and maintain cancer treatments like IMRT that will meet your price point and allow your patients the best treatment at your own facility.
Service
The OSI field network of specialist-trained linear accelerator service technicians has depth of experience, as its team members are factory trained and have designated specialists for Siemens, Varian and Elekta systems. There are also training experts in the newest technologies who ensure every highly-skilled OSI linear accelerator service technician has the knowledge to certify reliability on your machine. OSI's nationwide team stands behind all its equipment, maximizing uptime on any machines entrusted to OSI for maintenance.
With the largest independent network for professional radiation therapy service anywhere, a local OSI specialist is just a phone call away in most metro areas. Unlike most factory service operations, OSI offers 24/7 access to support. OSI's nationwide support network currently has more than 70 professional staff members, and is expanding rapidly.
OSI has a support contract to suit every situation:
Mission
Our mission, "says Philip Podmore OSI president" is to focus on providing a trustworthy alternative to the premium-priced OEM [original equipment manufacturer] for lifetime support of equipment needs in radiation therapy…so you can focus on your patient."
OSI strives to manifest that Mission by systematically and consistently providing outstanding high value support for the equipment needed in today's radiation therapy clinic. From skilled service, supply and installation of quality parts and equipment, both new and refurbished from all major manufacturers, OSI brings a unique and comprehensive solution combining quality, technology and value not available from anyone else.
Company Evolution
In 1985, Philip Podmore saw the opportunity for quality independent service on radiation therapy equipment, and started his business, bringing more than a decade of Philips experience with him. He was soon joined by Ron Drake, Martin Shapiro and Ken Wright, engineers experienced in Varian and other brands sharing a similar ethic, of honest no-nonsense professional work. Satisfied customers grew, as Accelinear Service Company developed across the eastern and mid-western US. When, in 1999 the owners of TOG decided to sell their linear accelerator parts business, it was a logical that as one of their largest customers, Accelinear purchased them.
A successful west coast based provider of independent field service and pre-owned linear accelerators from Varian, Radiation Electronics, embraced similar values and skills to those of Accelinear. Thus in 2003 when Gregg Blandin and Domenic Greco merged their interests with Accelinear the result was the largest pan-national independent linear accelerator service company.
Meanwhile, since 1996 Linac Systems under the direction of James Sharkey, and his partners Glen Davis and Ken Stanton had set about proving refurbished equipment could be both economic and reliable, becoming the market leader for quality pre-owned Radiation Therapy equipment focusing on pre-owned Siemens Linear Accelerators, which the company refurbished to the highest standard in its FDA-registered factory.
The fall of 2003 saw the creation of Oncology Services International (OSI) following a merger between Accelinear and Linac Systems.
In spring 2004, Joe O'Connor and his company , RT Technical Services of Dallas, a second respected refurbisher of Varian pre-owned Linear Accelerators, joined OSI.
OSI continues its evolution into The One Source for value solutions to the Radiation Oncology community by adding to the strength of the merged company, partnerships with many prestigious technology vendors in the Radiation Therapy Equipment market, including Siemens, and Eclipse Medical Imaging to offer relevant solutions with the same guarantee of quality.
Headquartered in New Jersey, with additional refurbishment and inventory facilities in Georgia, Texas, Ohio, and California, we maintain a staff of highly trained linear accelerator service technicians, engineers and support staff in over 40 states, and in 3 other countries in Central and South America.
Pre-Owned Refurbished Linear Accelerators, Conventional Therapy simulators, and CT Simulators
Products Achieving affordability without compromising quality or reliability… it's the OSI philosophy. By combining thorough refurbishment with the addition of new technologies OSI offers affordable, state-of-the-art radiation therapy equipment and oncology solutions. Offering true "turnkey" technology solutions for facilities, OSI will consult with you, handling the entire process so that you can spend more time with your patients. OSI assists you with everything from installing a linear accelerator to establishing the entire clinic with tested radiation therapy equipment so that your staff is ready to treat patients. Call the the Equipment Division on 888 317 1370. Linear Accelerator Selection: OSI not only sells the most pre-owned linear accelerators and simulators in the industry; it procures the most units for refurbishment, and maintains the most inventory. With OSI, you’re assured to find the widest selection to meet your technology needs-- from basic units to fully loaded Siemens and Varian systems with MLC and Portal Imaging. Quality Control: OSI’s unique FDA-registered refurbishment factories carry out systematic inspection, refurbishment and testing under controlled conditions, using the finest testing equipment, tools and parts. Reliability: OSI is committed to providing quality, fully refurbished pre-owned linear accelerators that measure up to newly purchased models in terms of reliability and longevity. Learn more about OSI refurbishment process. Warranty: OSI is proud to offer a warranty with all our units. The OSI nationwide service network stands behind every machine, ready to continue lifetime support for your purchase even after our warranty expires. Finest Engineering: The OSI factory team boasts some of the most experienced and highly trained linear accelerator engineers in the world. This team is ready to work with your general contractor to ensure trouble-free installations. Technology Upgrades: OSI has an exclusive strategic partnership with Siemens to offer IMRT upgrades and EPID on linear accelerators we supply. We also have partnerships with other top class vendors to bring state-of-the-art capabilities to reliable refurbished linear accelerators. Learn more about technology accessories. Value: The cost saving possible with OSI refurbished equipment is a key factor in lowering the barriers to providing IMRT and other advanced treatments in smaller communities. Conventional Therapy Simulators If your radiation therapy clinic needs a conventional simulator, with either X-ray film, fluoroscopy, or computed tomography capability, then OSI is available to install, a pre-owned refurbished device. OSI refurbished simulators, like their linear accelerators offer reliable, long service for years to come, and can be available with an OSI warranty backed up by our nationwide field service network. An inventory of quality conventional radiation therapy simulators is always maintained, as well as extensive stocks of spare parts for many brands. CT Simulators CT Simulation offers the possibility of improved quality and workflow for today's sophisticated treatments, leading to better patient care. However a CT Simulation solution for radiation oncology involves a lot more than merely installing a CT Scanner. OSI are focused on meeting your developing needs, and so have partnered with a company specialized in applying computed tomography to the simulation of radiation therapy treatments. With our partner in CT technology, Eclipse Medical Imaging, we not only offer high quality, refurbished CT equipment, but the expertise to customize the installation to CT Simulation needs. As with our pre-owned Linear Accelerators our service network stands by to offer lifetime support when the warranty expires. Eclipse Medical Imaging share our passion for quality professionalism in the equipment refurbishment field. An Oncology Solution for CT-Simulation includes: Installed quality refurbished CT Scanner with warranty DICOM-3 Interface to your treatment planning system Flat Tabletop to mimic the Linear Accelerator Couch Top Movable CT Laser Systems to set up patient for treatment isocenter Applications Training from qualified expert users Technology Accessories In order to truly offer our customers a "turnkey" solution for their equipment needs, OSI has partnered with a range of the best technology vendors in the Radiation Oncology industry to bring you packages which you can have confidence will work, and which will be more cost effective than purchased individually from multiple vendors. Save yourself time, money and aggravation acquiring many of the items you are likely to need by purchasing them through OSI. Buying & Selling Are You Buying Linear Accelerators?If your clinic is buying linear accelerators, either to replace old units or to add new capacity or capability, OSI has solutions for you. Depending upon your needs, the OSI organization can coordinate responsibility for the entire turnkey development of your center from designing and building the vault, to installing and implementing the equipment in the center, starting with the Linear Accelerator, and ending with the array of products needed to create a state-of-the-art radiation oncology center! We work with your contractors to ensure a smooth trouble-free experience, or coordinate our own specialists to get the job done! We maintain the most extensive inventory of pre-owned linear accelerators in the world, and our expert linear accelerator engineers refurbish them to gain reliability and longevity comparable to a new unit from the factory. However, if you already have a unit and need it re-installed, refurbished and commissioned, then we can do that too! If you're buying linear accelerators please take a few moments to let us know your requirements so we can tailor solutions for you, by completing our RFQ or call us on 1-888-317-1370! Do You Have Surplus Radiation Therapy Equipment to Sell or Remove? OSI sells the most pre-owned Linear Accelerators, so naturally we also acquire the most units too! If your clinic has Linear Accelerators, Simulators, or CT's which are surplus to requirements, OSI will be delighted to make a fair offer to you. We are not like brokers (who often promise high prices, then renegotiate at the last minute when you have no options). OSI will make fair offers and (provided your removal timescales, and machine condition do not change significantly) we will stand by our pricing.
Products
Achieving affordability without compromising quality or reliability… it's the OSI philosophy. By combining thorough refurbishment with the addition of new technologies OSI offers affordable, state-of-the-art radiation therapy equipment and oncology solutions. Offering true "turnkey" technology solutions for facilities, OSI will consult with you, handling the entire process so that you can spend more time with your patients. OSI assists you with everything from installing a linear accelerator to establishing the entire clinic with tested radiation therapy equipment so that your staff is ready to treat patients. Call the the Equipment Division on 888 317 1370.
Selection: OSI not only sells the most pre-owned linear accelerators and simulators in the industry; it procures the most units for refurbishment, and maintains the most inventory. With OSI, you’re assured to find the widest selection to meet your technology needs-- from basic units to fully loaded Siemens and Varian systems with MLC and Portal Imaging.
Quality Control: OSI’s unique FDA-registered refurbishment factories carry out systematic inspection, refurbishment and testing under controlled conditions, using the finest testing equipment, tools and parts.
Reliability: OSI is committed to providing quality, fully refurbished pre-owned linear accelerators that measure up to newly purchased models in terms of reliability and longevity. Learn more about OSI refurbishment process.
Warranty: OSI is proud to offer a warranty with all our units. The OSI nationwide service network stands behind every machine, ready to continue lifetime support for your purchase even after our warranty expires.
Finest Engineering: The OSI factory team boasts some of the most experienced and highly trained linear accelerator engineers in the world. This team is ready to work with your general contractor to ensure trouble-free installations.
Technology Upgrades: OSI has an exclusive strategic partnership with Siemens to offer IMRT upgrades and EPID on linear accelerators we supply. We also have partnerships with other top class vendors to bring state-of-the-art capabilities to reliable refurbished linear accelerators. Learn more about technology accessories.
Value: The cost saving possible with OSI refurbished equipment is a key factor in lowering the barriers to providing IMRT and other advanced treatments in smaller communities.
If your radiation therapy clinic needs a conventional simulator, with either X-ray film, fluoroscopy, or computed tomography capability, then OSI is available to install, a pre-owned refurbished device. OSI refurbished simulators, like their linear accelerators offer reliable, long service for years to come, and can be available with an OSI warranty backed up by our nationwide field service network. An inventory of quality conventional radiation therapy simulators is always maintained, as well as extensive stocks of spare parts for many brands.
CT Simulation offers the possibility of improved quality and workflow for today's sophisticated treatments, leading to better patient care. However a CT Simulation solution for radiation oncology involves a lot more than merely installing a CT Scanner. OSI are focused on meeting your developing needs, and so have partnered with a company specialized in applying computed tomography to the simulation of radiation therapy treatments. With our partner in CT technology, Eclipse Medical Imaging, we not only offer high quality, refurbished CT equipment, but the expertise to customize the installation to CT Simulation needs. As with our pre-owned Linear Accelerators our service network stands by to offer lifetime support when the warranty expires. Eclipse Medical Imaging share our passion for quality professionalism in the equipment refurbishment field.
An Oncology Solution for CT-Simulation includes:
Technology Accessories
In order to truly offer our customers a "turnkey" solution for their equipment needs, OSI has partnered with a range of the best technology vendors in the Radiation Oncology industry to bring you packages which you can have confidence will work, and which will be more cost effective than purchased individually from multiple vendors. Save yourself time, money and aggravation acquiring many of the items you are likely to need by purchasing them through OSI.
Buying & Selling
Are You Buying Linear Accelerators?If your clinic is buying linear accelerators, either to replace old units or to add new capacity or capability, OSI has solutions for you.
Depending upon your needs, the OSI organization can coordinate responsibility for the entire turnkey development of your center from designing and building the vault, to installing and implementing the equipment in the center, starting with the Linear Accelerator, and ending with the array of products needed to create a state-of-the-art radiation oncology center! We work with your contractors to ensure a smooth trouble-free experience, or coordinate our own specialists to get the job done!
We maintain the most extensive inventory of pre-owned linear accelerators in the world, and our expert linear accelerator engineers refurbish them to gain reliability and longevity comparable to a new unit from the factory. However, if you already have a unit and need it re-installed, refurbished and commissioned, then we can do that too!
If you're buying linear accelerators please take a few moments to let us know your requirements so we can tailor solutions for you, by completing our RFQ or call us on 1-888-317-1370!
Do You Have Surplus Radiation Therapy Equipment to Sell or Remove?
OSI sells the most pre-owned Linear Accelerators, so naturally we also acquire the most units too! If your clinic has Linear Accelerators, Simulators, or CT's which are surplus to requirements, OSI will be delighted to make a fair offer to you. We are not like brokers (who often promise high prices, then renegotiate at the last minute when you have no options). OSI will make fair offers and (provided your removal timescales, and machine condition do not change significantly) we will stand by our pricing.
Parts and Support Service to Linear Accelerators
Linear Accelerator Parts Support Even the very best linear accelerator engineer or clinical biomedical engineer relies on having the vital parts needed to maintain the reliability of the equipment in their care. The OSI Parts Division has earned an enviable reputation as the supplier of preference to hundreds of leading radiation therapy clinics and service providers worldwide. If you need further Service assistance in maintaining and repairing your linear accelerator parts speak to one of our highly-skilled OSI linear accelerator service technicians. Available Inventory The OSI Parts Division is the leading independent provider of OEM replacement parts for linear accelerators and maintains the largest inventory of these specialized linear accelerator parts in the USA. We are authorized distributors for Marconi (E2V Technologies) thyratrons and magnetrons, Litton (L3 Communications) klystrons. Customer Service The knowledgeable staff at OSI understands the urgency of getting the right linear accelerator parts to the right place - on time. Parts Quality OSI's strict quality control process ensures that every product it offers meets or exceeds all manufacturer specifications. Value OSI's prices are competitive, guaranteed! OSI offers you a choice of new and pre-tested, or refurbished parts. Thousands of items are purchased from first tier suppliers to the OEM at discounted prices so we can pass on low prices. Frequently Asked Questions Isn't the manufacturer of my equipment the only one qualified to maintain it? Absolutely not! OSI linear accelerator engineers have been factory trained and follow all the recommended preventative maintenance schedules published by the manufacturers. In fact our engineers often have more experience than many factory personnel, even on many new technologies. How can OSI be so much more economical than the OEM, if they are providing the same quality of service and parts? Original Equipment Manufacturers or OEM's are large rganizations with large overheads which are often arbitrarily allocated to parts and services. Also quite frankly, many OEMs figure they will make high profits on service because many customers do not question the cost. OSI on the other hand has a very flat organization structure and we price to stay in business as your long term partner. We also source many of our replacement parts from the first and second tier suppliers to the OEM at much more realistic prices which we can pass on to our customers. If I buy a used Linear Accelerator, won't I be buying something that is worn-out? If you buy a refurbished pre-owned linear accelerator from OSI you will receive a unit that not only looks like it just left the factory, but it will be similar in reliability to a new unit because the OSI refurbishment process is designed to replace and renew those items which give problems as they age. In fact the lifetime ahead of our units will be about as long as a new unit until that needs refurbishing too! Of course we also provide full parts and labor warranty's which are backed by our own nationwide service team, so we won't walk away when you buy from us. If I want my clinic to be able to do all the latest modalities, don't I have to buy new? Many OSI refurbished linear accelerators can be upgraded to the latest software revisions and hardware accessories, just like the new units leaving the factory today. OSI has agreements with many fine vendors of the latest technologies, such as Siemens to be able to upgrade units and add items such as Multileaf Collimators and EPID to allow they identical capabilities to new machines, but at a serious discounted price! How did a Broker offer me a unit at a better price than OSI quoted me? Unless you purchase from a reputable company, buying pre-owned equipment is fraught with difficulties. First among these is really knowing the condition and reliability of what you are purchasing. Remember that an As-Is brokered unit will not be professionally refurbished and will be unlikely to have such major items such as waveguides, and modulators rebuilt. Also be sure that you are comparing like for like, and that there are no hidden costs, such as removal and re-installation, and is a warranty backed by a reputable service organization included
Even the very best linear accelerator engineer or clinical biomedical engineer relies on having the vital parts needed to maintain the reliability of the equipment in their care. The OSI Parts Division has earned an enviable reputation as the supplier of preference to hundreds of leading radiation therapy clinics and service providers worldwide. If you need further Service assistance in maintaining and repairing your linear accelerator parts speak to one of our highly-skilled OSI linear accelerator service technicians.
Available Inventory
The OSI Parts Division is the leading independent provider of OEM replacement parts for linear accelerators and maintains the largest inventory of these specialized linear accelerator parts in the USA. We are authorized distributors for Marconi (E2V Technologies) thyratrons and magnetrons, Litton (L3 Communications) klystrons.
Customer Service
The knowledgeable staff at OSI understands the urgency of getting the right linear accelerator parts to the right place - on time.
Parts Quality
OSI's strict quality control process ensures that every product it offers meets or exceeds all manufacturer specifications.
Value
OSI's prices are competitive, guaranteed! OSI offers you a choice of new and pre-tested, or refurbished parts. Thousands of items are purchased from first tier suppliers to the OEM at discounted prices so we can pass on low prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Isn't the manufacturer of my equipment the only one qualified to maintain it?
Absolutely not! OSI linear accelerator engineers have been factory trained and follow all the recommended preventative maintenance schedules published by the manufacturers. In fact our engineers often have more experience than many factory personnel, even on many new technologies.
How can OSI be so much more economical than the OEM, if they are providing the same quality of service and parts?
Original Equipment Manufacturers or OEM's are large rganizations with large overheads which are often arbitrarily allocated to parts and services. Also quite frankly, many OEMs figure they will make high profits on service because many customers do not question the cost. OSI on the other hand has a very flat organization structure and we price to stay in business as your long term partner. We also source many of our replacement parts from the first and second tier suppliers to the OEM at much more realistic prices which we can pass on to our customers.
If I buy a used Linear Accelerator, won't I be buying something that is worn-out?
If you buy a refurbished pre-owned linear accelerator from OSI you will receive a unit that not only looks like it just left the factory, but it will be similar in reliability to a new unit because the OSI refurbishment process is designed to replace and renew those items which give problems as they age. In fact the lifetime ahead of our units will be about as long as a new unit until that needs refurbishing too! Of course we also provide full parts and labor warranty's which are backed by our own nationwide service team, so we won't walk away when you buy from us.
If I want my clinic to be able to do all the latest modalities, don't I have to buy new?
Many OSI refurbished linear accelerators can be upgraded to the latest software revisions and hardware accessories, just like the new units leaving the factory today. OSI has agreements with many fine vendors of the latest technologies, such as Siemens to be able to upgrade units and add items such as Multileaf Collimators and EPID to allow they identical capabilities to new machines, but at a serious discounted price!
How did a Broker offer me a unit at a better price than OSI quoted me?
Unless you purchase from a reputable company, buying pre-owned equipment is fraught with difficulties. First among these is really knowing the condition and reliability of what you are purchasing. Remember that an As-Is brokered unit will not be professionally refurbished and will be unlikely to have such major items such as waveguides, and modulators rebuilt. Also be sure that you are comparing like for like, and that there are no hidden costs, such as removal and re-installation, and is a warranty backed by a reputable service organization included
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