Healthcare Innovation- October 2023
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The magazine issue showcases a series of innovative healthcare solutions and advancements that are transforming the industry. From automation and calibration improvements in the Biomedical Engineering department at Christian Medical College to the implementation of the Haemovigil system for safer blood transfusions, these articles highlight how technology and innovation are enhancing patient safety and healthcare quality.
Woodlands Multispeciality Hospital’s use of RFID technology for laundry management and the “Gem of Idukki” initiative’s WhatsApp-enabled critical care support in remote areas demonstrate how technology can streamline operations and expand healthcare access. Additionally, AIG Hospitals’ Chlorine Dioxide Dosing System showcases advancements in infection control.
The issue also covers innovations like the REAL LIST mobile app for more efficient hospital processes, the “NIV Mask with Feeding Port” for improved patient care in Non-Invasive Ventilation, and the importance of data-driven medical inventory management using machine learning techniques.
AI-powered solutions are a recurring theme, with the AI-powered Nursing Care Plan Generator, the use of AI in managing court cases at AIIMS, and the introduction of a “Contactless Remote Patient Monitoring Solution” at Apollo Specialty Hospital, all emphasizing the potential for improved patient care and healthcare efficiency.
Tele-ICU and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) adoption offer solutions for addressing critical care staffing shortages and improving patient data management, respectively. The digital Porter management system and the “AWATAD Model” at Parul Sevashram Hospital highlight the role of technology in enhancing patient care and facility management.
The magazine also features IoT-powered healthcare solutions, such as the Clinical Control Center, which optimize patient care and resource allocation in Intensive Care Units, and the “Bed-Side Biomedical Waste Segregation Trolley” for safer and more efficient biomedical waste management.
The issue concludes with a focus on the importance of holistic patient experiences and structured patient feedback systems, exemplified by Woodlands Multispeciality Hospital’s use of CEMPIA to continually improve patient satisfaction. These articles collectively emphasize how innovation, technology, and data-driven approaches are shaping a brighter and more efficient future in healthcare.