What type of lamps does your gynecologist use at your checkups?

Hello ladies. I was wondering what type of lamps your gynecologist uses at your checkups? Example in my office, I use a Welch allyn LS150 which rolls on the floor with a swivel light on the end of it. Other types are wall mounted thin gyn lamps or just the kleen spec speculum lamps with a plastic speculum. Curious on your exams. Thanks.

I recently had a physical and gyn where the table mounted light was broken. The doctor used the otoscope to look inside while the speculum was inserted.

Personally, I am not in favor of using an ostoscope attached to the speculum to illuminate the field to be examined. This only illuminates the inside of the vagina and requires the use of a suitable plastic speculum. I find that the speculum becomes too heavy and easier to handle. In addition, I do not like to use and plastic instrument, I prefer the stainless steel speculum.

Some people use the headlamp. It's true that with LEDs we have good light, but I think this system should be reserved for ENTs. I know we are going to explore the depths but that is not a reason to use a miner's lamp.

As far as I'm concerned, I exercise with a lamp fixed on the examination table (to avoid being encumbered by too many feet with wheels). The support is flexible so that it can be positioned exactly where I need it. In addition I use cold light LEDs (very white) to fully appreciate the coloration of the cervix, especially after application of acetic acid and lugol to determine the possible presence of an HPV infection.

Finally, and I believe this is essential, I do not turn on the lamp until the patient is properly seated and relaxed in position.

I can't get as specific as model numbers etc but I remember when my OB-GYN Went from the hot incandescent to a more modern LED version.

Thankyou all for your responses! I use both the ls150 and the Welch allyn kleen spec system with plastic speculum. Usually depends on the exam and view I'm looking for. I'm curious to know how your exams and physicals went. Could you provide some details on how they went? Types of gowns or coverings used? Male or female provider? Feel free to message me directly with any questions.

My doctor has a swiveling light from the ceiling. It has LED's. She can move it to anywhere in the room just by holding on to it and give it a tug. It reminds me of an OR light but a lot smaller. https://www.ucansee.us/products/ceiling-shadowless-light-medical-exam-lamp-360-rotation-36w-led?variant=19917895041097¤cy=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-v6hz5jc8AIVzZ6zCh1p-AwHEAQYDSABEgKUAfD_BwE