Nearly 10 Years of Reliable X-Ray Imaging at Riverton Rossmoyne Veterinary Hospital

At Riverton Rossmoyne Veterinary Hospital in Western Australia, the Universal Choice AV Complete X-ray System has delivered reliable performance, smooth positioning and ongoing support for almost 10 years.

When Riverton Rossmoyne Veterinary Hospital decided to update its radiography equipment, the team wanted more than high-quality images. They needed a system that could withstand the demands of a busy veterinary practice while making it easier to position larger patients accurately.

Their choice was the Universal Choice AV Complete X-ray System, supplied and supported by ATX Vet.

In a review published by VET Practice Magazine, Dr Jonathan Spanoghe explained that reliability, robustness and a floating table were key requirements when selecting the hospital’s new X-ray unit.

“When updating our X-ray unit, we wanted a machine that was reliable and robust but also took high-quality X-rays. We also wanted a floating table to make it easier to X-ray larger dogs.”

Easier Positioning for Larger Patients

One of the system’s most valuable features is its floating table. The table allows the operator to make precise adjustments with minimal effort, helping the team fine-tune positioning without repeatedly moving a heavy or uncomfortable patient.

For veterinary hospitals, this can make a significant difference when imaging large dogs or other patients that are difficult to reposition manually.

“Being able to fine-tune X-rays of heavy dogs without the need of physically moving the animal is a huge advantage.”

— Dr Jonathan Spanoghe

The table is also suitable for smaller patients, including cats and birds, making the system versatile across a wide range of clinical cases.

Smooth Movement and Practical Design

The Universal Choice AV Complete X-ray System combines a floating table with a built-in grid to help reduce scatter radiation that can affect image quality.

The system also simplifies exposure selection. Operators can enter the body part being examined and the patient’s thickness, allowing the unit to select the exposure settings automatically. Manual controls are available when a case requires a tailored technique.

Dr Spanoghe particularly valued the table’s robust construction and smooth hydraulics:

“That’s essential in vet hospitals where things get hit, bashed and kicked regularly. The hydraulics are great and the table movement is very smooth.”

— Dr Jonathan Spanoghe

The ability to move the table in multiple directions supports efficient positioning and gives the radiography team greater control during examinations. Following additional guidance from ATX Vet, the team was shown how to make full use of the table’s movement capabilities, further improving their experience with the system.

Installation That Works Around the Practice

Riverton Rossmoyne Veterinary Hospital is located in an older building, which made careful installation especially important.

ATX Vet’s Perth-based team was able to coordinate the installation neatly, keeping cables out of the way and integrating the system into the existing clinical environment.

“The techs did a great job installing it neatly with all the cables out of the way.”

— Dr Jonathan Spanoghe

Having local technical support also made it easier to arrange site visits and receive assistance when needed.

Long-Term Reliability and After-Sales Support

The system has now been in use at Riverton Rossmoyne Veterinary Hospital for almost 10 years, with the team continuing to rely on it for their daily radiography needs.

Throughout that time, the hospital has also valued ATX Vet’s ongoing after-care support. From installation and training through to practical guidance in the workplace, responsive support helps veterinary teams get the most from their equipment over the long term.

For a busy practice, equipment reliability is about more than avoiding breakdowns. It is about having confidence that the system will perform consistently, day after day, and that knowledgeable support is available when the team needs it.

Designed for Real-World Veterinary Workflows

The experience at Riverton Rossmoyne Veterinary Hospital reflects what veterinary teams often need from a modern X-ray system:

– Robust construction for demanding clinical environments.
– Smooth, multi-directional table movement.
– Easier positioning of large and difficult-to-move patients.
– Exposure controls that support efficient everyday imaging.
– A design suitable for patients ranging from birds and cats to large dogs.
– Local installation and long-term technical support.

Dr Spanoghe’s review highlights the value of choosing equipment that is not only capable on the day of installation, but dependable over many years of clinical use.

A Trusted Radiography Solution

Nearly a decade after installation, the Universal Choice AV Complete X-ray System remains an important part of Riverton Rossmoyne Veterinary Hospital’s imaging workflow.

Its combination of robust construction, smooth table movement, practical exposure controls and responsive after-sales support makes it a reliable choice for veterinary hospitals looking to upgrade their radiography capabilities.