Hands-on learning took center stage at the recent MD Expo in Southern California, where more than 900 healthcare technology professionals gathered for education, networking and innovation. Among the most sought-after events were the H.O.T. (Hands-On Training) Workshops, which offered immersive training on the repair and maintenance of critical medical equipment.
Held Tuesday, April 15, the H.O.T. Workshops delivered specialized training sessions on portable ultrasound systems, defibrillators and patient monitors. These workshops provided a unique opportunity for biomedical technicians and HTM (healthcare technology management) professionals to gain valuable insights directly from industry experts, while earning continuing education units (CEUs).
“The H.O.T. Workshops are designed to give HTM professionals real-world, hands-on experience they can immediately apply in their roles,” said a spokesperson for MD Publishing, which organizes MD Expo.
The Portable Ultrasound workshop, which ran from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., was presented by James Rickner, Director of Service and Training, Advanced Ultrasound Systems. Participants received 7 CEUs for completing the full-day course, which covered preventive maintenance techniques, image quality assessments using a tissue-mimicking phantom, and electrical safety testing with an analyzer.
Running concurrently from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Defibrillators workshop focused on devices from leading manufacturers including Zoll and LifePak. Attendees earned 6 CEUs while learning how to conduct discharge tests, Pacer tests, safety checks and other manufacturer-specified performance procedures. The course was recommended for professionals with at least one year of field experience. The workshop was presented by Jeff Goldstein, Senior Field Application Engineer, and Julio Castro, Regional Sales Director, Pronk Technologies.
A Patient Monitors session, led by Chad Lopez, Senior Technician & Certified IPC Specialist, Tenacore, offered participants 4 CEUs as they disassembled, inspected and reassembled key monitoring modules such as the M3015 and 867041. The training also highlighted troubleshooting techniques, common failures and best practices for preventative maintenance.
Each H.O.T. Workshop was led by respected voices from the HTM community, reinforcing MD Expo’s commitment to advancing technician skills through high-impact education.
For more information on future MD Expo events, visit MDExpoShow.com or email events@mdpublishing.com.
