The leading independent ultrasound QA provider in the UK
Ultrasound QA Specialists
Multi-Medix Ltd was founded to address the growing need for reliable and comprehensive Ultrasound Quality Assurance (QA) solutions in the healthcare sector. We specialise in helping ultrasound departments optimize equipment performance, ensure patient safety, and maintain compliance with industry standards. Multi-Medix provides expert training, ongoing support, and cutting-edge resources, including the Multi-Medix Phantom and continues to conduct research to advance our understanding of ultrasound technology.
The company’s QA Diagnostic Quality Assurance Manual offers in-depth guidance on best practices, ensuring that healthcare facilities can meet regulatory requirements and maintain high-quality imaging standards. Additionally, the User QA Portal provides ultrasound professionals with easy access to resources, training videos, and continuous support, empowering them to perform regular QA checks and keep their systems running efficiently.
Multi-Medix was established to provide healthcare professionals with the tools, knowledge, and support they need to deliver safe, accurate, and reliable diagnostic imaging across hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings. With its tailored solutions, Multi-Medix helps ensure the highest standards of patient care and the longevity of diagnostic equipment.
Scientific Research
At Multi-Medix Ltd., we are committed to providing ultrasound quality assurance (QA) solutions that are rooted in cutting-edge scientific research. Our research facility plays a key role in advancing our understanding of ultrasound technology and ensuring that our services stay at the forefront of the industry.
Our team have contributed to numerous ultrasound research publications. These published studies not only inform our internal practices but also provide valuable insights for the wider ultrasound community.
Publications: Diagnostic Ultrasound Quality Assurance Manual.
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Key research papers authored by our team:
- A Multicentre Survey of the Condition of Ultrasound Machines (Ultrasound, 2016, 24-4)
Authored by Dr. Nick Dudley, this study highlighted the widespread challenges in maintaining ultrasound equipment and underscored the need for regular QA to ensure diagnostic accuracy and patient safety. - A Simple Uniformity Test for Ultrasound Phased Arrays (Physica Medica, 2016, 32)
This study proposes a straightforward method for assessing ultrasound phased arrays, reinforcing the importance of regular performance testing in our QA Everyday™ programme. - Assessment of Repaired Diagnostic Ultrasound Probes (Ultrasound in Medicine & Biology, 2019, Vol. 45)
Co-authored by Darren Woolley and Dr. Nick Dudley, this research examines the effectiveness of repairs on ultrasound probes, emphasizing the continued need for QA following repairs. - Blinded Comparison of Ultrasound Systems (Ultrasound in Medicine & Biology, 2017, Vol. 43)
This paper compares the performance of different ultrasound systems, reinforcing the importance of standardization and regular performance testing to maintain image quality. - A Survey of Ultrasound Quality Assurance Implementation in the United Kingdom (Ultrasound in Medicine & Biology, 2018, Vol. 44, Issue 12)
This study surveys the state of ultrasound QA practices across the UK, identifying gaps in compliance and emphasizing the need for standardized QA protocols to ensure consistent imaging performance and patient safety.
- A Multicentre Survey of the Condition of Ultrasound Machines (Ultrasound, 2016, 24-4)
In addition to these studies, Multi-Medix Ltd. has strong links with professional organizations such as the Society of Radiographers (SCoR), Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM), and the National Physics Laboratory (NPL). We regularly present our findings at British Medical Ultrasound Society conferences, sharing our latest research with the broader ultrasound community.
Our scientific expertise has also led to the creation of the Multi-Medix Phantom, a revolutionary digital QA solution that is enabling new ways of working. By combining academic research with practical innovation, we are helping healthcare providers maintain the highest standards of patient care and imaging reliability.
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Trust Multi-Medix
At Multi-Medix we are proud to be a trusted, independent partner in ultrasound quality assurance (QA). Our commitment to delivering expert QA advice, training, and testing is underpinned by our years of experience and scientific research. Healthcare providers worldwide rely on our services to ensure the safety and accuracy of their ultrasound systems, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes.
Multi-Medix has trained hundreds of sonographers and ultrasound users, performed thousands of independent physics tests on scanners and probes. Over 500 users have signed up to our online knowledge portal, and we are building a global network of professionals dedicated to upholding the highest QA standards.
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Our training programs extend to key groups, including NHS STP trainees, empowering the next generation of ultrasound professionals with essential QA skills. Through our comprehensive training, we ensure that teams across the globe are equipped to identify and address issues before they affect patient safety.
Crucially, our work has led to the identification of faulty ultrasound probes, preventing potential misdiagnoses that could have impacted patient care. This proactive approach is what sets us apart—we don’t just assess and train; we make a real difference in patient safety and diagnostic accuracy.
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