One device, three tools: The space-saving power and efficiency of iXope

Over 150 years ago, the Swiss Army commissioned a new folding pocket knife for its soldiers. The new tool needed to include a knife, a tin-opener and screwdriver for assembling and dissembling service rifles. The initial contract went to a German company until a Swiss manufacturer of surgical instruments developed an improved version featuring a special spring mechanism to hold the tools in place.

Today, Swiss Army knives are a popular tool for campers, hikers, fishermen and anyone who loves the outdoors. Some versions feature LED lights, USB ports, corkscrews, altimeters and fish scalers.

Instead of packing countless separate tools, adventurers can slip a single compact tool into their pocket and be ready for anything, travelling both lighter and smarter.

The same idea applies in today’s GP clinics. Instead of juggling multiple single-function devices, iXope brings together three of the most frequently used scopes – dermatoscope, otoscope, and ophthalmoscope – into one portable device. Like the Swiss Army knife, it saves space, simplifies work and ensures you always have the right tool at hand.

The hidden cost of clutter

Step into a GP consultation room and you’ll notice the same familiar scene: a desk, a chair, and a jumble of medical tools tucked away in drawers, perched on countertops or attached to the wall. 

Each has its purpose, but these different tools are definitely competing for valuable space. And it gets even worse when you try to pack a medical bag for home visits, trips to the local aged care home or community outreach clinics. 

Imagine if you could replace the clutter with a single, compact device – the medical equivalent of a Swiss Army knife. Something versatile, portable and ready whenever (and wherever) you need it.

One device, countless possibilities

iXope brings three core tools together:

• Dermatoscope for high-resolution skin imaging
• Otoscope for ear examinations with the added capability for in-clinic microsuction procedures (MBS item 41647)
• Ophthalmoscope for eye examinations with slit lamp functionality for corneal foreign body removal. 

In one compact device, GPs gain the functionality of multiple standalone instruments, without the cables, clutter, or unnecessary costs.

This truly is the Swiss Army knife of general practice.

Saving time, space and money

By consolidating multiple devices into one, iXope helps GPs:

• Save space: reduce benchtop clutter and free up precious space
• Save time: move seamlessly between skin, ear and eye examinations without switching tools
• Save money: avoid the need for several expensive single-function devices while adding new billable procedures to your clinic’s services.
  

For patients, that means fewer delays and faster care. For practitioners, it means smoother consultations and a lighter load – both physically and financially.

A tale of two clinics

Picture two consultation general practices. In one, the GP spends minutes rummaging through drawers, swapping tools and scribbling notes of relevant clinical observations. 

In the other, a GP uses iXope to: 

• Examine the patient’s ears
• Remove impacted cerumen on the spot (and bill for it)
• Re-examine the patient now that the blockage has been removed
• Capture images instantly using the built-in camera
• Wirelessly transfer images to the patient’s record. 

With a clear view of the patient’s ear, the GP can now diagnose the issue and prescribe the appropriate treatment.The patient leaves reassured and the GP has gained their loyalty and has been able to bill for a new service.

It’s the difference between working harder with more tools and working smarter with the right tool.

Designed by a doctor for doctors

Unlike many medical devices created in boardrooms, iXope was designed by a practising GP who understood the frustrations of juggling outdated tools. The result is a device that’s practical, portable, and easy to integrate into daily workflows.

Think beyond your current scope

General practice is evolving, and with rising patient demand, efficiency matters more than ever. iXope isn’t just about replacing three devices with one. It’s about rethinking how space, time, and resources are used in a clinic.

One device. Three tools. Countless possibilities.

Order yours today.

Disclaimer

This information is intended for healthcare professionals.