Thanks to Eko Health for allowing me to give an authentic review on their new Core 500! If you want to check one out for yourself: www.ekohealth.com/products/core-500-digital-stethoscope
My husband bought us one for our use as we are both EMS responders. I’ve been using it on myself as I’ve been recently diagnosed with Graves’ disease and started meds and my doctor was wanting to have me come in weekly to check my vitals. I live 45 minutes away so it was a big pain for the 15 minute visit. I showed her some of my readings last time I was there and she said I could monitor at home if something came up to call and respond as appropriate. So no more hour and a half trips for a 15 minute appointment.
It looks so much better than their previous rectangular ECO Duo version. the one downside compared to the other Core version is that if the batteries die you no longer have a stethoscope but it is really nice! I still don't understand how they don't have a PC app for it instead of requiring it to be used with a phone though. Patients expect their medical staff to have computers but no one expects their doctors to pull out their phone to start an exam. plus a computer tends to be more powerful and as Ai tools become more common that could be very useful.
I’m a severely hearing impaired ER RN. This stethoscope is the only stethoscope I’ve ever used that actually works to Bluetooth with my hearing aids. Highly recommend
Do not buy it!!! The heart sounds are worse than the yellow stethoscopes. We use at the hospital for MRSA and Cdiff patients. The sound is terrible. Even on the highest volume I cannot hear the heart tones. The lung sounds are decent. The heart tones are nonexistent, unless you squint, and try very very hard to hear them even with the volume at the highest level.
@@jennishatto1618,what about Bluetooth latency and which haering aid you have? Does it need smartphone close to you during auscultation? The other stethoscope, StethoMe with Hagibis Bluetooth dongle has significant latency - I hear breath 1-2 s after it.
"When paired with the Eko app...." I've used amplified stethoscopes for the last 10 years at least, all with some app or another. And none of which I have ever felt like it would benefit my exam to stop, open, and dither on when seeing a pt. (I'm a hospitalist doing critical care as well)
Totally get your frustration with app-based stethoscopes. Have you checked out the Stemoscope PRO? It streams straight to wireless buds without needing an app.
Both work great, I had to use my CME money before the end of the year and I could use that towards buying a new stethoscope, so that's why I upgraded. My cardiology for with attachment is for backup.
@TheMedLife I want to say thank you, you have been a huge inspiration for me I have wanted to go into emergency medicine for a long time and you have given motivation to do so❤
Ordered one after seeing the Eko booth at FMX in Chicago and I didn't even get a chance to try it out as I and a lecture to run to. I'm so excited for it to arrive! - Dr Ahmed
Littman core is just an Eko Core in a Littman. Which is more than fine for RT I would think. I've been using it a few years, and very happy with it. You just have to superglue it back together every couple years, as alcohol seems to break down the glues in it.
The lung sounds on the stethoscope are decent. The heart tones you will not be able to hear even on the highest volume. They are nearly impossible to hear.
Hello, have you scratched the glass? Can you do a review of the glass screen. I have scratched it and I’m devastated considering the cost! The glass is not scratch resistant. How is this possible??? Ca not be durable of the glass is so delicate that if you have the scope around d your neck and sitting at a desk be carful because the screen can become scratched by the desk. Lord can’t imagine tossing it around during a traumatic evening in the ED……what do u think?
They would replace it asap. Just email them a video of your damage Eko. I accidentally drop it hard but can still hear 40x but ecg wise you cannot see it. So I emailed them , they responded within 24 hours
Please do not waste your money. I saved up to buy the stethoscope. I cannot hear a thing with the heart tones even on the highest volume. The lung sounds are decent. However, there is no way to hear the heart. If you try to count on the phone portion to see the ECG tracing. You can sometimes get a good rhythm. However, on the stethoscope itself, it is mostly artifact.
May be a bit late, but this is a full digital stethoscope and requires battery power. So it's not analog. If you want stethoscope with analog and digital/amplified sounds you may look for the CORE digital
Ive heard it only works with certain phones and samsung flip 4 is not one of them. They also mentioned i would have to take my phonak hearing aids out. So not totally perfect for 400$+
The original works amazingly. I’ll be getting the new upgraded 500 in a few days and will see if it’s any better/same/worse. I tested it in the ED one day and fell in love with it & based on that, I have high hopes in the truck as well
I cannot hear the heart sounds even in a quiet room on the loudest setting. I would not trust being able to hear heart sounds on your ambulance. I started as a paramedic, and I am now a hospitalist. I would have never been able to hear anything on my truck back in the days with the stethoscope.
Thanks to Eko Health for allowing me to give an authentic review on their new Core 500! If you want to check one out for yourself: www.ekohealth.com/products/core-500-digital-stethoscope
Hi there, can this be used in pediatric patients?
My husband bought us one for our use as we are both EMS responders. I’ve been using it on myself as I’ve been recently diagnosed with Graves’ disease and started meds and my doctor was wanting to have me come in weekly to check my vitals. I live 45 minutes away so it was a big pain for the 15 minute visit. I showed her some of my readings last time I was there and she said I could monitor at home if something came up to call and respond as appropriate. So no more hour and a half trips for a 15 minute appointment.
It looks so much better than their previous rectangular ECO Duo version. the one downside compared to the other Core version is that if the batteries die you no longer have a stethoscope but it is really nice! I still don't understand how they don't have a PC app for it instead of requiring it to be used with a phone though. Patients expect their medical staff to have computers but no one expects their doctors to pull out their phone to start an exam. plus a computer tends to be more powerful and as Ai tools become more common that could be very useful.
Please add a review for doctors struggling with hearing loss and a bit more about Bluetooth function
I’m a severely hearing impaired ER RN. This stethoscope is the only stethoscope I’ve ever used that actually works to Bluetooth with my hearing aids. Highly recommend
Do not buy it!!! The heart sounds are worse than the yellow stethoscopes. We use at the hospital for MRSA and Cdiff patients. The sound is terrible. Even on the highest volume I cannot hear the heart tones. The lung sounds are decent. The heart tones are nonexistent, unless you squint, and try very very hard to hear them even with the volume at the highest level.
@@jennishatto1618,what about Bluetooth latency and which haering aid you have? Does it need smartphone close to you during auscultation?
The other stethoscope, StethoMe with Hagibis Bluetooth dongle has significant latency - I hear breath 1-2 s after it.
"When paired with the Eko app...." I've used amplified stethoscopes for the last 10 years at least, all with some app or another. And none of which I have ever felt like it would benefit my exam to stop, open, and dither on when seeing a pt. (I'm a hospitalist doing critical care as well)
Totally get your frustration with app-based stethoscopes. Have you checked out the Stemoscope PRO? It streams straight to wireless buds without needing an app.
But you can't take a manual blood pressure with it?
My HSA account paid for mine through my job. I had money I was going to loose so it was a no brainer to use it to purchase the EKO
How would you compare to the regular Littman core ?
Upgrading to 500 from my Cardiology IV with Eko core. Looking forward to using this in my cardiology practice.
How was the experience of cardiology iv and eko? I was thinking this could be a good comvination, but why did you bother upgrading then?
Both work great, I had to use my CME money before the end of the year and I could use that towards buying a new stethoscope, so that's why I upgraded. My cardiology for with attachment is for backup.
@@TRex-NP which is better or preferred?
You can also use HSA funds to buy this! I did. T is absolutely fantastic tech!
@TheMedLife I want to say thank you, you have been a huge inspiration for me I have wanted to go into emergency medicine for a long time and you have given motivation to do so❤
I have the previous model and I absolutely love it. The only thing I was I was able to do is use the app on my Apple Watch.
Ordered one after seeing the Eko booth at FMX in Chicago and I didn't even get a chance to try it out as I and a lecture to run to. I'm so excited for it to arrive! - Dr Ahmed
Which do you think would be better for RT- this or the littman core digital?
Littman core is just an Eko Core in a Littman. Which is more than fine for RT I would think. I've been using it a few years, and very happy with it. You just have to superglue it back together every couple years, as alcohol seems to break down the glues in it.
Hi Iam planning to get one which one you think better eco 500 vs 3m core for respiratory? 😊
The lung sounds on the stethoscope are decent. The heart tones you will not be able to hear even on the highest volume. They are nearly impossible to hear.
Nice to see you back!
Curious if you could address if having your patients information in your app has any ethical or privacy concerns.
The app is HIPAA compliant.
Is it paramedic resistant? lol glad your back
Any updates on how it has held up?
Hello, have you scratched the glass? Can you do a review of the glass screen. I have scratched it and I’m devastated considering the cost! The glass is not scratch resistant. How is this possible??? Ca not be durable of the glass is so delicate that if you have the scope around d your neck and sitting at a desk be carful because the screen can become scratched by the desk. Lord can’t imagine tossing it around during a traumatic evening in the ED……what do u think?
They would replace it asap. Just email them a video of your damage Eko. I accidentally drop it hard but can still hear 40x but ecg wise you cannot see it. So I emailed them , they responded within 24 hours
Heck Yes!! Let’s Go!!
Nice to see you back 😊
Would you recommend this for a nursing student?
I’m nursing student ! Love this
That stethescope is so cool ❤❤❤
Is this one good to use for all ages?
I’m actually so excited
Wow! I need to save up to get that steth...
Please do not waste your money. I saved up to buy the stethoscope. I cannot hear a thing with the heart tones even on the highest volume. The lung sounds are decent. However, there is no way to hear the heart. If you try to count on the phone portion to see the ECG tracing. You can sometimes get a good rhythm. However, on the stethoscope itself, it is mostly artifact.
Ear comfort vs eco digital?
Are you able to toggle from digital to analog mode? Just wondering.
May be a bit late, but this is a full digital stethoscope and requires battery power. So it's not analog. If you want stethoscope with analog and digital/amplified sounds you may look for the CORE digital
Love it ❤️👌🏻
Ive heard it only works with certain phones and samsung flip 4 is not one of them. They also mentioned i would have to take my phonak hearing aids out. So not totally perfect for 400$+
Does it work with Littmann Cardiology 4?
Can you use it wirelessly? Like paired with headphones?
that requires bluetooth classic support. stemoscope pro works that way
How long does it take for the EKG to appear?
Can you still use for abdominal sound, like normal stethoscope?
Yes!
Now im curious about how both of them work in EMS
The original works amazingly. I’ll be getting the new upgraded 500 in a few days and will see if it’s any better/same/worse. I tested it in the ED one day and fell in love with it & based on that, I have high hopes in the truck as well
I cannot hear the heart sounds even in a quiet room on the loudest setting. I would not trust being able to hear heart sounds on your ambulance. I started as a paramedic, and I am now a hospitalist. I would have never been able to hear anything on my truck back in the days with the stethoscope.
@@garyedwards5624 How's the new scope working out on the truck?
@@xx-knight-xx2119 works great for me
Anyone knows what happened to his insta?
It’s awesome got me one few months back. Perfect for fire rescue.
WILL THIS WORK FOR VETERNARIANS OR IS IT PROGRAMMED TO HUMAN PARAMETERS ??????
LOUD NOISES!!!!
Can you still use this in checking bowel sounds??
Yes. Very clear
I’m prefer littmann core
Do I need this device hmmmm I don't care if I need it i want it lol
Will it work in India?
No
Only works up to Pakistan. Doesn't work in India yet.
Wow the cost difference 😲 It costs around $1000 here damn
So you have 2 Eko500 not one
ONLY 429 bucks he says. 😂that’s like half my rent
Please put on some new Asmr videos 😢
Id like a demo
Model sent to me for review. Possible??
The glass cracks really easy. Ask me
Is there screen protector option?
Good information video Sir.
Does anyone know if we can get one in Australia or are they coming to Australia
Hi sir can i get litmaan stethoscope for free i cant afford them 🥹