-- Leading health care clinicians and innovators
collaborate on Philips open platform to create new mobile
ultrasound apps that put patients on better, faster and more
cost-effective paths to care
ANDOVER, Massachusetts,
Dec. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire/
-- Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) today announced
the initiation of a Consortium of health care leaders that will
drive the creation of mobile ultrasound solutions, highlighted by
the demonstration of a new app-based ultrasound proof-of-concept.
Launched at this week's Radiological Society of North America (RSNA
meeting) in Chicago, Ill., the
Consortium will consist of experts from across the health
continuum, including bioengineers, radiologists, clinicians and
payers, who will conduct research and explore ways to extend the
reach of ultrasound applications into the hands of more health care
professionals as they guide patients from diagnosis to treatment
and recovery.
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This Consortium builds on Philips' momentum in the development
of technology that opens new opportunities to connect care across
the health continuum using app-based ultrasound solutions designed
to interface with the Philips HealthSuite Digital
Platform.
"We see the value of broadening the use of ultrasound across the
health continuum. It is often the necessary handshake from a
patient to a clinician, or a paramedic to an emergency medicine
doctor to determine the next step in treatment," said Vitor Rocha, CEO and Senior Vice President of
Ultrasound for Philips Imaging Systems. "We believe collaboration
around the most innovative technology is the best way to solve the
industry's problems, and our Consortium and proof-of-concept will
enable us to test a number of new uses for ultrasound that will
help clinicians make better, faster diagnoses and ultimately reduce
healthcare costs."
Philips is actively recruiting members for the Consortium and
will convene the multi-disciplinary group two times a year to gain
insights to create the future of mobile ultrasound innovation.
During RSNA, Philips is hosting a Listening Room to begin the
conversation on this topic. Qualified attendees, including
physicians, radiologists, scientists, educators, etc., can visit
the Philips booth (#6742) for appointment availability. For more
information on the Consortium, visit
www.philips.com/UltrasoundConsortium.
Inaugural Consortium members include:
- Jagat Narula, M.D., Ph.D.,
Associate Dean for Global Affairs, Professor of Radiology and
Medicine, Cardiology, at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount
Sinai and Director of Cardiovascular Imaging Program of Mount Sinai
Heart at The Mount Sinai Hospital
- Norman J. Beauchamp, M.D.,
M.H.S., Professor and Chair, The University of
Washington Department of Radiology
- Michael B. Stone, M.D.,
FACEP, Chief, Division of Emergency Ultrasound, Department of
Emergency Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, and Assistant
Professor, Emergency Medicine, Harvard Medical
School
"Ultrasound is a critical tool in diagnostic imaging and general
healthcare, and it will become even more essential as technology
advances by providing improved data to physicians anywhere, faster,
and enabling us to focus on what's most important – patient care,"
said Dr. Narula of Mount Sinai. "This Consortium enables true
collaboration and encourages the exchange of innovative ideas to
address specific needs within the medical community."
Philips is also showcasing its full suite of ultrasound
solutions at RSNA in booth #6742. Visit www.philips.com/rsna and
follow @PhilipsHealth for more information on Philips' presence at
#RSNA14.
For further information, please contact:
Kathy O'Reilly
Philips
Tel: +1 978-659-2638
Mobile: +1 978-221-8919
Email: kathy.oreilly@philips.com
Twitter: @kathyoreilly
About Royal
Philips:
Royal Philips
(NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) is a diversified health and well-being
company, focused on improving people's lives through meaningful
innovation in the areas of Healthcare, Consumer Lifestyle and
Lighting. Headquartered in the
Netherlands, Philips posted 2013 sales of EUR 23.3 billion and employs approximately
115,000 employees with sales and services in more than 100
countries. The company is a leader in cardiac care, acute care and
home healthcare, energy efficient lighting solutions and new
lighting applications, as well as male shaving and grooming and
oral healthcare. News from Philips is located at
www.philips.com/newscenter.