UMF Medical is a well-known choice for exam and treatment tables, offering a range of configurations and upholstery options. This guide helps practice managers, purchasers, and providers choose a UMF table that fits the exam, the room, and the way your team works.
1. Match the table to your practice
Start with the clinical work the table needs to support. General exams, procedures, and specialty visits each call for different capabilities.
- Exam volume: higher-turnover rooms benefit from quick, easy-to-clean surfaces and simple positioning.
- Procedure needs: some visits require tilt, positioning, or specialty features.
- Patient population: mobility and transfer needs influence whether you choose a fixed or adjustable table.
2. Choose your configuration
UMF tables generally come in several configurations, so decide which built-in features earn their place in the room.
- Drawers and storage keep supplies organized and within reach.
- Pelvic tilt and stirrups support women's health and certain exams where relevant.
- Adjustable backrests let patients sit up or recline comfortably.
- Accessory options such as paper roll holders and treatment add-ons complete the setup.
Refer to each product listing for the exact configuration, drawer count, and included features.
3. Power vs. manual
One of the biggest decisions is whether you need a powered table or a manual one.
- Manual tables are dependable and cost-effective for routine exams.
- Power (high-low) tables raise and lower electrically for easier transfers and better accessibility.
Balance budget against how much positioning and transfer support your patients need.
4. Upholstery colors and cleanable finishes
Upholstery shapes both the look and the longevity of a table. UMF typically offers a broad palette so you can coordinate with your room design or brand.
- Color selection lets you match or accent your interior.
- Seamless, wipeable finishes stand up to repeated disinfection.
- Durable materials resist cracking and wear in high-use rooms.
Confirm available colors and finish details on the product listing, or ask our team.
5. Comfort, durability, and cleanability
A good exam table balances patient comfort with a surface staff can clean quickly and confidently. Look for cushioning that supports patients during longer visits, construction built for years of daily use, and upholstery compatible with your disinfection protocol. Check the listing or contact us to confirm which cleaning agents are approved for a given surface so you avoid premature wear.
6. Accessibility and low-height options
Accessibility planning matters for both patients and staff. Low-height and power tables can make transfers safer for patients with limited mobility and reduce strain on your team. Because rules vary, verify current ADA/federal/state requirements before finalizing, and use the product listing or our specialists to confirm a table's low height and adjustment range.
7. Size the table to the room
Finally, make sure the table fits the space and the workflow around it. Leave room for staff to move, for equipment carts, and for accessible approach where needed. Confirm footprint and clearances against your floor plan, and check the product listing for dimensions rather than assuming, since these vary by model.
Shop with Mediplies
Browse the full UMF Medical collection or explore related exam room furniture, and talk to a specialist for help matching configuration and upholstery to your rooms. As an authorized dealer, Mediplies offers supplier-direct pricing, fast free shipping, and price-match, along with PO and net terms for qualified practices and facilities.
