Through thought-provoking articles, fresh industry perspectives and inspiring customer stories, the Journal is your source for the latest in medtech.
ArticleWhat Hospital Staff Really Think about Operating Room Integration
At our most recent Digital O.R. Symposium, we welcomed 130 specialists from 19 countries all over the world and had a chance to ask them their thoughts on O.R. integration. The respondents were experts from a wide range of professions, from doctors to IT to project managers. With this data, we strove to better understand […]
Customer StoryThjis Schopmann, O.R. Manager | MST Enschede
“When you build a new O.R., the most important things are that you make the decision with your team and that the systems you choose are flexible to adapt to your workflow. Brainlab Digital O.R. fulfilled this and amazingly fit our workflow like a surgical glove.” About MST Enschede Opened in 2016 3083 hospital staff […]
ArticleThe 7 Elements of Building Information Modeling (BIM) for Integrated Operating Room Construction Projects
Written in cooperation with HT Group What is Building Information Modeling? Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a process most commonly used in the construction industry. The aim of creating these models is to provide builders with all relevant information about the project in a digital format. This model is used and updated not just for […]
Customer StoryVeit Braun, MD, Head of Neurosurgery | Jung-Stilling Hospital
“Since we started using Brainlab products in our new Digital O.R.s, overall surgical time is down 15%. We simply load the plans preoperatively onto the PACS and, through Brainlab Node, they are available in the operating room in seconds.” About Jung-Stilling Hospital Opened in 1947 800 hospital staff 400 beds 17,000 inpatients, 25,000 outpatients annually […]
Customer StoryBenjamin Haaske, IT Systems Administrator | Ludwig-Maximilians-University Hospital
“Brainlab O.R. integration allows fast access to patient data and automatic pre-load of patient data and images each day in the O.R. We were able to very easily integrate Brainlab software into our own server infrastructure, allowing us to autonomously monitor and maintain our 32 new operating rooms.” About Ludwig-Maximilians-University Hospital – Großhadern Campus Two […]
ArticleUsing Technology to Increase Surgical Efficiency
An internet search of “increasing surgical efficiency” produces a plethora of articles and scholarly publications all recommending different ways to achieve this simple goal. Some recommend applying existing efficiency methodologies, like lean six sigma methodology, to increase productivity[1]. Others recommend redesigning the processes that occur between procedures[2]. Some research recommends constructing new or specialized areas […]
ArticleMock Operating Rooms: The Real-life Blueprint that Every New Operating Room Project Needs
The old adage “Time is money” is especially true when it comes to construction projects. From skyscrapers to home improvement projects, any set back can start a chain reaction of delays. And every delay costs time, which means they can also be very expensive. The same is true for integrated operating room projects; Regardless of […]
ArticleHow Digitalization Both Helps and Hinders Patient Communication
The most precious resource in the course of medical treatment is the doctor’s time. This resource, however, is becoming increasingly scarce due to the influx of amounts of data and the increasing effort required to document cases. This focus on data and documentation leaves less and less room for the empathic communication with the patient. […]
ArticleHow to Ensure You Get the Most out of Your O.R. Technology
When a hospital builds a digitally integrated operating room, the potential to improve treatments and outcomes for patients through technology is enormous. That potential, however, can only be used to its fullest if all team members are fully trained and comfortable using these devices and software. So how do you ensure that your O.R. team […]