OEMs declare your imaging equipment "End of Life" — then cut off parts, service contracts, and support — to force you into buying brand-new systems. Hospitals and clinics are burning millions of dollars scrapping fully functional, income-generating equipment. There is a better way.
It doesn't matter if it's GE, Philips, Siemens, Canon, Hologic, or any other major manufacturer. The playbook is the same across every modality — MRI, CT, Ultrasound, X-Ray, Mammography, Nuclear Medicine. The equipment still works. The scam is the same.
The manufacturer stamps your perfectly functional, well-maintained imaging system as "End of Life" — not because it's broken, but because it's profitable for them.
Parts disappear. Service contracts are canceled. Field engineers are reassigned. Your system is now "unsupported" — even though it runs perfectly and generates daily revenue.
Sales reps appear. Compliance warnings are issued. You're told the liability of running EOL equipment is yours. The fear, uncertainty, and doubt machine kicks into high gear.
You scrap equipment worth hundreds of thousands — sometimes millions — and sign a new multi-year contract for the latest model. The OEM even charges you to remove the old system.
Before You Throw Away Still-Functional,
Income-Generating Equipment —
Ask Yourself: If It's Not Broken,
Why Would You Ever Replace It?
For 25 years, Sentinel Imaging Group has been the trusted alternative to the OEM for hospitals, private practices, imaging centers, and surgery centers nationwide. We support every modality, every manufacturer, and every system — including the ones your OEM has already abandoned.
GE and Philips guarantee 72-hour on-site response. We guarantee 24 hours — same coverage, faster response, lower cost. Your downtime is our emergency.
We maintain a complete stock of fully warranted replacement parts for every manufacturer's "condemned" equipment. If your OEM won't support it, we already have the parts.
Every Sentinel field engineer is factory trained on the specific systems they service. No generalists. No guesswork. The same caliber of expertise — without the OEM markup.
Call us at any hour. You will receive a same-day callback, every time, guaranteed. No ticket queues. No automated systems. A real expert answers.
Where available, we provide complimentary loaner equipment while your system is being serviced — so your facility keeps running and your revenue doesn't stop.
Every ultrasound system sold through Sentinel includes a full 1-year warranty. No fine print. No exclusions. Full coverage from day one.
Considering adding a new imaging modality or capability? We provide complete return-on-investment calculations so you can make the right financial decision — not just the OEM's preferred one.
Zero down payment. 100% financing options available. Get the equipment your facility needs without disrupting your capital budget.
Our customers routinely operate their systems for well over 10 years past the manufacturer's declared End of Life date — fully supported, fully warranted, fully operational.
Sentinel Imaging Group provides full service contract coverage, parts, and field support for all major imaging modalities — not just ultrasound. If your OEM has abandoned it, we support it.
When you upgrade to a late-model refurbished system through Sentinel, we purchase your existing equipment or sell it on consignment — putting real money back in your budget. Your OEM won't do that. In fact, they typically charge you a removal fee to take it away.
Upgrade smarter. Keep your capital. Stop leaving money on the table.
Our new Bridge Program gives qualifying facilities access to brand-new imaging equipment at pricing well below standard manufacturer MSRP — bridging the gap between the cost of new OEM systems and the value of keeping your current fleet operational.
Combined with our $0-down financing and full ROI analysis, the Bridge Program ensures you never overpay for imaging capability again — whether you're staying with your current system or ready to upgrade.
Ask About the Bridge ProgramAccess new equipment pricing that the OEM's direct sales team will never offer you.
We run the numbers for you — total cost of ownership, revenue generation potential, and payback period — before you sign anything.
Every Bridge Program system comes with Sentinel's full service coverage — 24-hour field response, parts inventory, and factory-trained technicians.
Zero capital outlay at signing. Flexible financing terms structured around your facility's cash flow and revenue cycle.
"I can confidently say that the staff at Sentinel, from sales to customer service to equipment service is second to none. They are reliable, quick to respond and effective in meeting my needs as an ultrasound-dependent Sports Medicine physician."
"We've had outstanding experiences every time we've purchased our ultrasound systems from Sentinel Imaging. They were friendly, knowledgeable, and always very helpful."
"Working with AL at Sentinel Imaging exceeded all our expectations. He is knowledgeable, understanding, honest, and put absolutely no pressure on us. I can't imagine a more positive experience."
"Sentinel's Partnership Finance program gave us great options and helped us get the equipment we needed, when we needed it. Sentinel Imaging is our first and only choice."
Whether you received an OEM End-of-Life notice, your service contract was canceled, or you're just exploring your options — talk to us first. We've been doing this for 25 years. We know every option available to you, and we'll give you a straight answer.
In addition to full system support, Sentinel Imaging operates a dedicated ultrasound probe repair laboratory. Connector box, transducer body, cable sheath, strain relief, fluid infiltration, scan head relensing, and more — all covered by the Sentinel Advantage Warranty. Probe repair applies to ultrasound systems only and is available as a standalone service for GE, Philips, Siemens, Sonosite, BK Medical, and all major brands. Learn more about probe repair →