First Time Owning a PRESTAN® Manikin?

Common Questions & Helpful Tips and Tricks

Manikins made by PRESTAN are the practical choice for those who are passionate about saving lives. PRESTAN’s ability to balance function and price is one of the many reasons why here at MCR Medical, we carry PRESTAN Manikins exclusively.

If this is your first time owning a PRESTAN manikin, you may have some questions upon receiving your manikin(s):

“Where are the feedback devices in the manikin?”

“Why do I not hear the ‘clicking’ sound while performing compressions?”

“Why are the red lights on my manikin’s CPR rate monitor blinking?”

“Why is there a rattling in the chest of the manikin?”

“Why do my lung bags have holes in them?”

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Fears Preventing Individuals From Performing CPR

Happy New Year, everyone!

Heading into 2021, we thought it would be a good idea to outline different fears that keep people from performing CPR. CPR can be a scary task, especially if you aren’t super confident about your ability to perform CPR. We wanted to let you know that you aren’t alone in these fears and talk about the 3 most common fears associated with CPR. Continue reading Fears Preventing Individuals From Performing CPR

New Product Alert: The UltraVest is Here

Add a touch of personality to your CPR classes!

What is an UltraVest? 

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Easy access to the compression piston and cord on back of Ultralite!

The Ultravest is custom-designed to fit any Prestan Ultralite Manikin torso. It offers easy access to the compression piston on the manikin’s back as well as left shoulder access to the piston cord. It is featuring a front zipper and a clear plastic front pocket. This vest is a great way to protect your Ultralite Manikins while displaying your business card or branding. The comfortable, clean nylon resists dirt and helps keep the manikin’s skin free of grime and grease from regular use and storage. Our UltraVest’s are available in single, 4, or 12-packs! Continue reading New Product Alert: The UltraVest is Here

CPR Awareness Week is Here!

90 Seconds Can Save Your Life

Hands-Only CPR — Anyone can do it. Everyone should!

 

Each year, more than 350,000 EMS-assessed out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the U.S. When a person has a cardiac arrest, survival depends on immediately receiving CPR from someone nearby.

We’re pleased to support the American Heart Association’s efforts to observe this important week, which spotlights how lives can be saved if more Americans know CPR and how to use an AED. Continue reading CPR Awareness Week is Here!

Fast 50 Awards List for the 4th Year IN A ROW

Our company’s growth continues thanks to amazing customers like you!

Did You Say Fast 50 Awards?

MCR Medical at Fast 50 Awards Banquet

That’s right! Thanks to all our outstanding customers, MCR Medical has made the Columbus Business First’s Fast 50 Awards list for the 4th consecutive year. This year we placed 38th, which is 8 places higher than last year. It’s truly an honor to be recognized. We are proud to be part of such an awesome community!

What is the Fast 50 Award?

Each year, the Fast 50 list highlights the top 50 fastest-growing private companies around Columbus, Ohio. Only for-profit, privately held companies averaging at least $1 million in revenue over the past three years are eligible. The 2019 list includes real estate, tech companies, logistics consultants, medical and crafting entrepreneurs. Continue reading Fast 50 Awards List for the 4th Year IN A ROW