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An Upgrade for Our Ears: The New Digital Stethoscope

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This article, Eko's newest CORE 500 stethoscope: a review was written by Alice Ferng, the director of UX Engineering at Microsoft. The review was published by Medgadget.com, a reputable source.

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October 13th, 2023

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The new Eko CORE 500 stethoscope is an upgraded, digitally enhanced stethoscope. According to Alice Ferng (2023), this new stethoscope has the ability to record a 3-lead ECG and uses amplification to cancel out environmental noises. The recordings are available in the Eko app, which uses AI to detect cardiac abnormalities and arrhythmias, analyzing the ECG in less than one minute (Ferng, 2023).

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can detect Afib with only a 3-lead ECG

noise cancelling ability helps to better analyze organ sounds

ability to see ECG and re-listen to patients on an app provides flexibility for providers

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no option to listen without digital amplification

increases reliance on technology, which could cause issues in the future

reliance on power to recharge stethoscope and cellphone frequently to review recordings

expensive and temporary, as new models are made

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Photos and videos available through link

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What is the CORE 500™ Digital Stethoscope?

What is Eko AI-supported analysis or automated detection?

What is TrueSound™ Technology?

Does the CORE 500™ come with the earpiece?

Can the CORE 500™ be used with headphones or hearing aids?

What is the warranty and return policy?

Are Eko products CME/FSA/HSA eligible? How do I get reimbursed?

Who is the CORE 500™ designed for?

Can students use the CORE 500™?

Does Eko technology help with hearing loss?

Does this stethoscope work in pediatrics?

Is the CORE 500™ FDA cleared?

Is this stethoscope compatible with Eko software?

Can Eko products be used for telemedicine, virtual, or home care?

Can this stethoscope be used in veterinary medicine or on animals?

Does the CORE 500™ work with a pacemaker?

What is the battery life of this stethoscope?

Is the CORE 500™ waterproof? How do I clean or sanitize it?

Can I buy the CORE 500™ in my country?

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Eko Health | CORE 500™ Digital Stethoscope

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Shop and read reviews about the Eko CORE 500™ Digital Stethoscope. This is the first stethoscope to combine a 3-lead ECG, full-color display, and AI-supported arrhythmia detection. In stock with free shipping!

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The digital aspect of this new stethoscope will allow providers more flexibility in their practice by allowing them to re-listen to patients or easily get a second opinion. Technology has advanced so much since our country began practicing medicine, so many patients' live have been saved because of it. I don't know if this is one of the medical advances that will help us to save countless of lives. Although I think it is great to re-listen to patients without having to go see them again, I don't think it's worth the expense. This advanced technology will be outdated in a few years and a new model will be released. Anyone who buys this stethoscope will eventually be forced to buy a newer model as technology is advancing rapidly. Analog stethoscopes still work and have worked for over four thousand years. I'm sure one day there will be a better invention to take analog stethoscopes out of the equation, but in my opinion this is not that innvovation.

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Ferng, A. (2023, October 31). Eko’s newest core 500 stethoscope: A review |. Medgadget. https://www.medgadget.com/2023/10/ekos-newest-core-500-stethoscope-a-review.html

Core 500TM digital stethoscope. Eko Health. (n.d.). https://www.ekohealth.com/products/core-500-digital-stethoscope?variant=39999867879520

Digital vs. traditional stethoscopes: A comparative analysis. (n.d.). https://www.stethoscope.com/digital-vs-traditional-stethoscopes/

Eko CORE 500TM digital stethoscope . (n.d.). McStethoscope. Retrieved from https://mcstethoscope.com/cdn/shop/files/CapturadePantalla2023-11-06ala_s_22.04.44.pngv=1699333394&width=1445.