Trust is earned over time.
For nearly four decades, AADCO Medical has worked alongside hospitals, imaging centers, and healthcare organizations across North America, manufacturing radiation protection solutions designed to perform reliably in demanding clinical environments. Every garment we produce represents more than a product; it represents the confidence our customers place in us to help protect the clinicians who care for patients every day.
Recently, many healthcare organizations have been navigating unexpected challenges following the recall of certain radiation protection garments manufactured by another company. For affected facilities, the recall has created understandable concerns, from evaluating existing inventory to determining how quickly replacement apparel can be sourced without disrupting patient care.
While no manufacturer ever wants to see circumstances like these affect the industry, they serve as an important reminder of why quality, consistency, and long-term support matter. More importantly, they remind us why partnerships matter.
Helping Customers Navigate the Next Step
When a product recall occurs, replacing garments is only part of the challenge.
Healthcare organizations must determine which products are affected, assess replacement timelines, coordinate purchasing decisions, and ensure clinicians continue to have access to the protective equipment they need. For busy imaging departments, those decisions often need to happen quickly.
Over the past several months, AADCO has worked with facilities looking for guidance as they navigate this process. Some organizations are long-time customers; others are contacting us for the first time after learning their existing apparel has been impacted.
Whether a facility needs assistance identifying appropriate replacement garments, evaluating sizing requirements, understanding product options, or simply discussing next steps, our team is committed to providing thoughtful guidance throughout the process.
Our focus isn’t on the circumstances that created this situation, it’s on helping healthcare organizations move forward with confidence.
Quality Is Built into Every Step of the Process
A quality product doesn’t begin at final inspection. It begins with the decisions made long before a garment reaches a customer – from material selection and manufacturing processes to quality controls, testing, and documentation. Every step contributes to the consistency and long-term performance healthcare providers expect from their radiation protection apparel.
At AADCO, quality has always been more than a goal. It is the foundation of how we operate.
Our quality management system guides every stage of manufacturing, helping ensure our products meet the high standards required for use in today’s medical imaging environments. That commitment extends beyond regulatory compliance; it reflects our responsibility to the clinicians who rely on our products every day.
When Radiation Protection Glasses Are Used
Radiation eyewear is commonly recommended or required for:
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Interventional radiology and cardiology
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Fluoroscopy-guided procedures
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Pain management and orthopedic imaging
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Any setting with frequent or prolonged radiation exposure
Looking Ahead
The recent industry recall has prompted important conversations throughout the medical imaging community. While every organization affected will determine the best path forward for its own needs, we hope one outcome is a renewed appreciation for the value of quality manufacturing, transparent communication, and trusted partnerships.
For nearly 40 years, AADCO has remained committed to those principles. We will continue investing in quality, supporting our customers, and developing radiation protection solutions that healthcare professionals can depend on with confidence.
Protecting the people who protect patients has always been, and will continue to be, at the heart of everything we do.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should healthcare facilities do if they believe their radiation protection apparel has been affected by a recall?
Follow the guidance provided by the manufacturer and the appropriate regulatory agencies. If replacement products are needed, work with a trusted manufacturer that can help evaluate your department’s needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
Can AADCO help facilities replace recalled radiation protection apparel?
Yes. Our team is available to help healthcare organizations evaluate replacement options, answer technical questions, and identify radiation protection solutions that best fit their clinical environment and workflow.
What should organizations consider when selecting a new radiation protection manufacturer?
In addition to product specifications, consider the manufacturer’s experience, quality management system, customer support, manufacturing processes, and long-term commitment to serving the medical imaging community.
Supporting Safe, Effective Medical Imaging
If your organization has been affected by a recent radiation protection apparel recall, or if you’re simply evaluating your current inventory, AADCO’s team is here to help. We’ll work with you to understand your department’s needs, answer your questions, and recommend dependable solutions backed by decades of manufacturing experience and a commitment to quality.
