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Best MDF® Stethoscope for an EMT

Best MDF® Stethoscope for an EMT:  Your Ultimate Guide

In this practical guide, you'll find top-notch advice on picking the right instrument for your practice and what things to keep in mind when you're out (or online) shopping for a new stethoscope. But more importantly, we've curated a list of the best devices for medical first responders that will help you in your day-to-day life-saving duties. Whether this will be your first stethoscope, or you're just not satsified with the one you have, we're here to share all we've learned from our customers about what works and what doesn't when it comes to their stethsocope.

With so many options available, let’s see how an emergency medical technician or paramedic can choose the best stethoscope for the job. With our curated list of top picks, we aim to simplify your search.

Why the Right Stethoscope Matters for EMTs

Emergency first responders, like EMTs and paramedics, have a few items in their medical toolkits that are simply indispensable to their profession. Among these instruments, none is more critical than the stethoscope. In a crisis, when being able to pick up the faintest sounds can make the difference between life and death, a quality stethoscope is worth its weight in gold.

Let's take stock of the top stethoscopes for EMTs and paramedics and get you ready to go out in the field, shall we?

Best MDF® Stethoscope for EMTs:  Our Top Picks

Best MDF Stethoscopes for EMT and Paramedic



Top 4 Best MDF® Stethoscopes for EMTs and Paramedics:

1. MDF Instruments® MD One® Stainless Steel - BEST ALL AROUND Stethoscope for EMTs

The MDF® MD One® stethoscope is one of our best selling stethoscopes - and for good reason! EMTs and paramedics will simply love this premium diagnostic instrument that excels in every department: performance, durability, and aesthetics. It provides accurate auscultation of heart and lung sounds, as well as clarity and integrity when focusing on the sounds of blood flow through the artery as you listen to blood pressure (Korrotkoff sounds).

The MD One® is constructed from acoustically superior stainless and features a True Bell & True Diaphragm dual-head chestpiece. Because of that, EMTs can listen with the same level of acoustic integrity to low-frequency sounds (20Hz-100Hz) and high frequencies (100Hz-1000Hz). Plus, the tubing is flexible, latex-free, and thicker, ensuring that external noises are blocked, leading to the high acoustic performance required by first responders in their line of practice.

The classic, simple, and ergonomic design and the quality that speaks volumes add up to a clear conclusion shared by paramedics and EMTs across the board: the MD One model is one of the best stethoscopes for emergency medical first responders.

Get an EMT stethoscope from the MD One® series.

Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlaBlanc White
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlaBlanc White
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlaBlanc White Tube
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlaBlanc White
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlaBlanc White
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlaBlanc White
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlaBlanc White
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlaBlanc White
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlaBlanc White
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlaBlanc White
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlaBlanc White Tube
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlaBlanc White
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlaBlanc White
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlaBlanc White
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlaBlanc White
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlaBlanc White

MD One® Adult Stethoscope - White/Rose Gold

Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlackOut All Black
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlackOut All Black
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlackOut All Black Tube
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlackOut All Black
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlackOut All Black
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlackOut All Black
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlackOut All Black Tube
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One BlackOut All Black

MD One® Adult Stethoscope - Black/BlackOut

Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One® Adult Stainless Steel White WhiteOut
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One® Adult Stainless Steel White WhiteOut
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One® Adult Stainless Steel White WhiteOut Tube
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One® Adult Stainless Steel White WhiteOut
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One® Adult Stainless Steel White WhiteOut
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One® Adult Stainless Steel White WhiteOut Tube

MD One® Adult Stethoscope - White/WhiteOut

Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One NoirNoir Black
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One NoirNoir Black
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One NoirNoir Black Tube
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One NoirNoir Black
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One NoirNoir Black
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One NoirNoir Black
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One NoirNoir Black Tube
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One NoirNoir Black

MD One® Adult Stethoscope - Black/Rose Gold

Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One® Adult Stainless Steel Perla Noire and Black
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Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One® Adult Stainless Steel Perla Noire and Black
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One® Adult Stainless Steel Perla Noire and Black
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MD One® Adult Stethoscope - Black/Perla Noire

Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One® Adult Stainless Steel Perla Noire and White
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One® Adult Stainless Steel Perla Noire and White
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One® Adult Stainless Steel Perla Noire and White Tube
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Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One® Adult Stainless Steel Perla Noire and White
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One® Adult Stainless Steel Perla Noire and White Tube

MD One® Adult Stethoscope - White/Perla Noire

Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One NoirNoir Black
Adult Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One NoirNoir Black
Adult Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One NoirNoir Black Tube
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One NoirNoir Black
Adult Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One NoirNoir Black
Adult Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One NoirNoir Black Tube

MD One® Adult Stethoscope - Black

Adult Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Cosmo Light Pink
Adult Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Cosmo Light Pink
Adult Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Cosmo Light Pink Tube
Adult Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Cosmo Light Pink
Adult Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Cosmo Light Pink
Adult Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Cosmo Light Pink Tube

MD One® Adult Stethoscope - Pink

2. MDF Instruments® ProCardial® Titanium - Best for Paramedics Who Won't Settle for Anything Short of Elite Equipment

If you're looking for a top-of-the-line stethoscope, perfectly adjusted to the needs of paramedics and medical technicians, look no further than the MDF® ProCardial® Titanium Stethoscope. This instrument is the culmination of the classic and unmatchable ProCardial® stethoscope constructed with a modern material, titanium for premium sound with the feel of a lightweight stethoscope.

Although not the cheapest option on the list, this instrument is popular among paramedics and emergency medics. It's lightweight due to its titanium construction while maintaining fantastic sound quality. What more do you need on the front lines of healthcare?

But the icing on top of this already great cake is that the ProCardial® titanium features a convertible chestpiece with attachment clips sold separately, allowing you to switch between adult, pediatric and infant modes. Thus, no matter what medical emergency your crew gets called for, with this stethoscope in your gearbox, you will always be ready to auscultate any patient population, from the tiny to the geriatric patients.  

Shop the ProCardial® Titanium Stethoscope for all your paramedic needs!

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Stethoscope Holder Hip Clip Free with ProCardial Titanium Mprint Printed Stethoscopes Snow Leopard and Rose Gold
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Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Titanium Cardiology Snow Leopard
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Titanium Cardiology Snow Leopard
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Titanium Cardiology Snow Leopard Tube
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Titanium Cardiology Snow Leopard Engraving
Stethoscope Holder Hip Clip Free with ProCardial Titanium Mprint Printed Stethoscopes Snow Leopard and Rose Gold
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Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Titanium Cardiology Snow Leopard
Titanium Stethoscope MDF Instruments

ProCardial® Titanium Cardiology Stethoscope - Snow Leopard/Rose Gold

Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Titanium Cardiology Mermaid Kaleidoscope
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 ProCardial Titanium Stethoscope MDF Instruments Mermaid Print Kaleidoscope
 ProCardial Titanium Stethoscope MDF Instruments Mermaid Print Kaleidoscope
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 ProCardial Titanium Stethoscope MDF Instruments Mermaid Print Kaleidoscope
 ProCardial Titanium Stethoscope MDF Instruments Mermaid Print Kaleidoscope
 ProCardial Titanium Stethoscope MDF Instruments Mermaid Print Kaleidoscope
 ProCardial Titanium Stethoscope MDF Instruments

ProCardial® Titanium Cardiology Stethoscope - Mermaid/Kaleidoscope

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ProCardial® Titanium Cardiology Stethoscope - Black Glitter/BlackOut

Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Cardiology Turquoise and Rose Gold
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Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Cardiology Turquoise and Rose Gold
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Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Cardiology Turquoise and Rose Gold
Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Cardiology Turquoise and Rose Gold
Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Cardiology Turquoise and Rose Gold
Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Cardiology Turquoise and Rose Gold
Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Cardiology Turquoise and Rose Gold
Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Cardiology Turquoise and Rose Gold
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ProCardial® Titanium Cardiology Stethoscope - Turquoise/Rose Gold

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Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Titanium Cardiology Rainbow Leopard Kaleidoscope Tube
Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Titanium Cardiology Rainbow Leopard Kaleidoscope Engraving
Stethoscope Holder Hip Clip Free With ProCardial Titanium Mprint Printed Stethoscopes Rainbow Leopard and Kaleidoscope
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ProCardial® Titanium Cardiology Stethoscope - Rainbow Leopard/Kaleidoscope

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ProCardial® Titanium Cardiology Stethoscope - Black/BlackOut - MDF Instruments Official Store - Stethoscope
ProCardial® Titanium Cardiology Stethoscope - Black/BlackOut

ProCardial® Titanium Cardiology Stethoscope - Black/BlackOut

Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Cardiology White Glitter and Rose Gold
Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Cardiology White Glitter and Rose Gold
Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Cardiology White Glitter and Rose Gold Tube
Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Cardiology White Glitter and Rose Gold Engraving
Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Cardiology White Glitter and Rose Gold
Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Cardiology White Glitter and Rose Gold
Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Cardiology White Glitter and Rose Gold
Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Cardiology White Glitter and Rose Gold Tube
Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Cardiology White Glitter and Rose Gold Engraving
Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Cardiology White Glitter and Rose Gold
Titanium Stethoscope MDF Instruments

ProCardial® Titanium Cardiology Stethoscope - White Glitter/Rose Gold

Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Titanium Cardiology Carrera Marble
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Titanium Cardiology Carrera Marble
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Titanium Cardiology Carrera Marble Tube
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Titanium Cardiology Carrera Marble Engraving
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Titanium Cardiology Carrera Marble
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Titanium Cardiology Carrera Marble
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Titanium Cardiology Carrera Marble
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Titanium Cardiology Carrera Marble Tube
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Titanium Cardiology Carrera Marble Engraving
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments ProCardial Titanium Cardiology Carrera Marble
Titanium Stethoscopes MDF Instruments

ProCardial® Titanium Cardiology Stethoscope - Carrera Marble/Rose Gold

3. MDF Instruments® Acoustica® Stethoscope: Best Stethoscope For EMTs and Paramedics On a Budget

As an EMT or paramedic, you can get excellent sound performance and durability from instruments that are also very affordable. With prices starting at $24.99, the Acoustica® stethoscope collection is MDF's economy model that offers a quality-to-price ratio that you'll genuinely love! 

The MDF® Acoustica® is an aluminum lightweight, durable, and classic dual-head adult stethoscope. Although some healthcare professionals tend to stay away from lighter metals, thinking they provide less sound transmission, that is certainly not the case with our stethoscopes. As is the case with all MDF Instruments stethoscopes, we have patented designs from the eartips to the headset, stem, and chestpiece, so one thing you can always be sure of: the sound quality is never compromised. 

The affordable price, sleek design, and good quality make this practical and reliable stethoscope a favorite among EMTs and paramedics.

Check out the best affordable stethoscope for EMTs - the MDF® Acoustica® series

Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/BlackOut
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/BlackOut
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Aqua
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/BlackOut -  Free Parts For Life
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/BlackOut
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/BlackOut
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Aqua
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/BlackOut -  Free Parts For Life

Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/BlackOut

Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica BlaBlanc White
Acoustica® Stethoscope - White/Matte Rose Gold
Acoustica® Stethoscope - White/Matte Rose Gold
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica BlaBlanc White
Acoustica® Stethoscope - White/Matte Rose Gold
Acoustica® Stethoscope - White/Matte Rose Gold

Acoustica® Stethoscope - White/Matte Rose Gold

Pink Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica PinkAlloy Cosmo Light Pink
Pink Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica PinkAlloy Cosmo Light Pink
Pink Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica PinkAlloy Cosmo Light Pink Tube
Pink Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica PinkAlloy Cosmo Light Pink
Pink Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica PinkAlloy Cosmo Light Pink
Pink Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica PinkAlloy Cosmo Light Pink Tube

Acoustica® Pink Stethoscope Pinkalloy and Cosmo

Blue Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica Aqua and BlaBlanc White
Acoustica® Stethoscope - White/Aqua
Acoustica® Stethoscope - White/Aqua
Blue Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica Aqua and BlaBlanc White
Blue Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica Aqua and BlaBlanc White
Acoustica® Stethoscope - White/Aqua
Acoustica® Stethoscope - White/Aqua
Blue Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica Aqua and BlaBlanc White

Acoustica® Stethoscope - White/Aqua

Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Aqua
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Aqua
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Aqua
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Aqua
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Aqua
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Aqua

Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Aqua

Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica NoirNoir Black
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Matte Rose Gold
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Matte Rose Gold
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica NoirNoir Black
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Matte Rose Gold
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Matte Rose Gold

Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Matte Rose Gold

Pink Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica Pinkore Cosmo Light Pink
Pink Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica Pinkore Cosmo Light Pink
Pink Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica Pinkore Cosmo Light Pink Tube
Pink Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica Pinkore Cosmo Light Pink
Pink Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica Pinkore Cosmo Light Pink
Pink Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica Pinkore Cosmo Light Pink
Pink Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica Pinkore Cosmo Light Pink
Pink Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica Pinkore Cosmo Light Pink Tube
Pink Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica Pinkore Cosmo Light Pink
Pink Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica Pinkore Cosmo Light Pink

Acoustica® Pink Stethoscope Pinkore and Cosmo

Black Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica NoirNoir and Red
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Red
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Red
Black Stethoscope MDF Instruments Acoustica NoirNoir and Red
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Red
Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Red

Acoustica® Stethoscope - Black/Red

4. MDF Instruments® Epoch Titanium - Best for EMTs Who Value Practicality Above All Else

Paramedics often need to monitor the pulse and respiration rates of the patients they consult in an emergency. Having a lightweight yet quality stethoscope that you can take anywhere at anytime, that's durable and reliable is the ultimate ask. We feel the MD One® Epoch Titanium may be the answer.

The MD One® Epoch is our first non-cardiology stethoscope to provide superior sound quality in a lightweight model. It's titanium construction is optimal for acoustic quality like stainless steel but at nearly half the weight, making it one of our most practical stethoscopes for EMTs on the go. 

IThis stethoscope includes a patented convertible chestpiece, allowing you to convert the adult bell attachment to a pediatric diaphragm or pediatric bell. The attachment clips are sold separately so you can customize your Epoch as you need. Plus choose from prints, metal finish colors and even add a personalized engraving message

Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Flower Print Monet and Kaleidoscope
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Flower Print Monet and Kaleidoscope
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Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Flower Print Monet and Kaleidoscope Engraving
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Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Flower Print Monet and Kaleidoscope
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Flower Print Monet and Kaleidoscope
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Flower Print Monet and Kaleidoscope
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Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Flower Print Monet and Kaleidoscope Engraving
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Flower Print Monet and Kaleidoscope
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Flower Print Monet and Kaleidoscope

MD One® Epoch® Titanium Adult Stethoscope - Monet/Kaleidoscope

Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Mprint Flower Print Monet and Rose Gold
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Mprint Flower Print Monet and Rose Gold
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Mprint Flower Print Monet and Rose Gold Tube
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Mprint Flower Print Monet and Rose Gold Engraving
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Mprint Flower Print Monet and Rose Gold Attachment Clips
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Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Mprint Flower Print Monet and Rose Gold
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Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Mprint Flower Print Monet and Rose Gold Attachment Clips
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Mprint Flower Print Monet and Rose Gold
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Mprint Flower Print Monet and Rose Gold

MD One® Epoch® Titanium Adult Stethoscope - Monet/Rose Gold

Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium NoirNoir Black and Kaleidoscope
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium NoirNoir Black and Kaleidoscope
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Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium NoirNoir Black and Kaleidoscope Attachment Clip for Pediatric Patients
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Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium NoirNoir Black and Kaleidoscope Tube
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium NoirNoir Black and Kaleidoscope Attachment Clip for Pediatric Patients

MD One® Epoch® Titanium Adult Stethoscope - Black/Kaleidoscope

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Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium All Black BlackOut Attachment Clip for Pediatric Patients
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Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium All Black BlackOut

MD One® Epoch® Titanium Adult Stethoscope - Black/BlackOut

Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Paw Print and Kaleidoscope
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Paw Print and Kaleidoscope
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Paw Print and Kaleidoscope Tube
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Paw Print and Kaleidoscope Engraving
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Paw Print and Kaleidoscope Pediatric Patient Convertible Attachments
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Paw Print and Kaleidoscope
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Paw Print and Kaleidoscope
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Paw Print and Kaleidoscope Tube
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Paw Print and Kaleidoscope Engraving
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Paw Print and Kaleidoscope Pediatric Patient Convertible Attachments

MD One® Epoch® Titanium Adult Stethoscope - Paw Print/Kaleidoscope

Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium BlaBlanc White
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium BlaBlanc White
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium BlaBlanc White Tube
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Attachment Clips
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium BlaBlanc White
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium BlaBlanc White
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium BlaBlanc White Tube
Rose Gold Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Titanium Attachment Clips

MD One® Epoch® Titanium Adult Stethoscope - White/Rose Gold

Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Flower Print Sunflower
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Flower Print Sunflower
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Flower Print Sunflower Tube
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Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Flower Print Sunflower
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Flower Print Sunflower
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Flower Print Sunflower
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Flower Print Sunflower
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Flower Print Sunflower Tube
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Flower Print Sunflower Engraving
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Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Paw Print
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Paw Print
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Paw Print Tube
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Paw Print Engraving
Stethoscope MDF Instruments MD One Epoch Paw Print Pediatric Patient Convertible Attachments
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Top Features to Look for in an EMT Stethoscope

As an EMT or Paramedic, when shopping for a new stethoscope, there are a few things you ought to consider. Let's explore in more detail what they are:

Acoustic Performance

The acoustic performance is the make-it-or-break-it quality in a stethoscope for EMTs. You'll often work in loud, disorderly environments, like car crashes, fires, or natural disasters. Even in emergencies at a patient's home, the environment can be frantic, with worried family members around, agitated pets, loud home appliances, and so on. Not to mention that even during the ambulance ride, there's lots of road noise, siren sounds, and ambulance motion, adding to the distracting noises - a good stethoscope will amplify sounds and offer clear sound quality.

In all these noisy settings, you need equipment that provides optimal acoustics, allowing you to auscultate heart sounds, lung sounds, and murmurs in the body and pick up on the faintest sounds. That's why you need a stethoscope that you can count on when you have to listen to a patient's internal sounds, regardless of the environment in which you have to do it.

Lightweight Quality Materials That Are Durable and Comfortable

Here, you have to consider a few attributes. What materials is the stethoscope made of? You want it to be constructed from quality materials, from earpieces to chest piece. The higher the quality of the materials, the more reliable and durable the instrument will be. EMTs and paramedics will be working in demanding environments, so the stethoscope should be able to withstand frequent use and also be easy to clean to avoid cross-contamination.

Another feature to keep an eye on is the stethoscope's weight. Especially if you have to wear it for extended periods during your shifts, a heavy instrument will be less comfortable, feeling like a burden on your shoulders.

The tubing should be flexible to allow the EMT or paramedic to position the diaphragm and ear tips comfortably and be able to rotate the chest piece to assess the different areas of the patient's body.

Versatility

A versatile stethoscope with a variety of pieces that can be used for both adult and pediatric patients, to ensure patient comfort and allow the EMT or paramedic to assess different areas of the body.

Affordability

As an EMT or Paramedic, you don't necessarily need the most expensive equipment to be good at your job. Rather, you need quality equipment that offers high performance, reliability, and durability at reasonable prices. And lucky for you, that's exactly what we do best here at MDF instruments.

Distinguishing Properties

When you buy a stethoscope, you want benefits to expand past the purchase. That's where things like lifetime warranty and Free-Parts-for-Life genuinely make a difference for you as a stethoscope user.

Personal Preference

While all the technical details are tremendously significant, having a stethoscope you love is just as important. That's where personal preference comes in, and you should consider your taste, style, and personality when choosing a stethoscope.

And that's not all. You can opt for an engravable and customizable device to ensure that the stethoscope is uniquely you. Not only will you be able to ID your stethoscope without a name tag, but you'll also have a one-of-the-kind instrument to help you save lives.

How to Care for Your Stethoscope

Proper care and cleaning of your stethoscope on a daily basis will help keep your stethoscope working better for longer.  We recommended keeping your stethoscope in a case or holder and avoiding wearing it around your neck for prolonged periods of time. This will help keep the tubing flexible.

To clean the stethoscope, we recomennd using only 70% isopropyl alcohol. This can be in the form of a handy alcohol prep pad for when you're on the go. The stethoscope can also be cleaned with warm soapy water and a clean cotton cloth, but avoid getting water instead the chestpiece and eartips. For detailed instructions on how to clean a stethoscope, check out this video.

All MDF® Stethoscope come with a Lifetime Warranty and Free-Parts-For-Life Program. Our free stethoscope parts include replacement soft silicone eartips in three sizes., stethoscope name tags, non-chill rings and more. 

EMTs can take adavantage of our extended M+Unity Warranty that offers additional accidental coverage.

Why MDF Instruments?

There are a plethora of stethoscope options on the market, but if you want the best out there, there's only one way for you to go: MDF Instruments. We've been crafting stethoscopes since 1971, which means we have over half a century of experience, passion, innovation, and style backing our products. In addition to our vast experience, there are many other reasons why EMTs and paramedics who wouldn't settle for anything less. When it comes to an essential tool used daily like a stethoscope, MDF® has you covered on quality, durability and customer support so you can focus on what you do best - saving lives.

Expolre our stethoscope collection or use our stethoscope builder to create a stethoscope and instrument kit that meets your specific needs. With our 90-Day Guarantee, we invite you try our stethoscopes risk free. 

Buying Guides

What to know before buying a stethoscope

How to Install Your Diaphragm and Retaining Ring on Your MDF® Stethoscope

Watch this video to learn how to install your stethoscope diaphragm and retaining ring for MDF® Stethoscopes. Get these stethoscope parts for free with our Free-Parts-For-Life Program.

How to Choose the Right Stethoscope

When it comes to choosing one of the most iconic tools for any medical professional or student, choosing the right stethoscope can feel daunting. There’s so many options available and if you’re going to spend hard earned money on it, you need to be sure that you’re investing in a stethoscope that’s going to work for you. If you’re a new student and have never used a stethoscope before, or an experienced medical professional looking to switch up your stethoscope, we’re here to help.

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