The Incubator System Allows Parents to Check In With Hospitalized Babies
Alyson Wyers — May 3, 2017 — Lifestyle
References: hopenproject & springwise
This incubator system was designed to alleviate some of the stress and pain felt by parents with new babies in the hospital. The Hopen Project, an organization based in France that uses engineering to create social change, developed a webcam that can be fitted to hospital incubators, allowing parents to keep an eye on their babies if they need to leave the hospital.
The Hopen Project partnered with French charity Aquitaine Destination on the Cordon Numerique incubator system. The video is viewable on smartphones, computers and tablet devices. Bordeaux's Pellegrin University Hospital has 16 such cameras installed in their neonatal department. The infrastructure also benefits hospital staff, who are able to see the 16 feeds in one touchscreen.
The Hopen Project partnered with French charity Aquitaine Destination on the Cordon Numerique incubator system. The video is viewable on smartphones, computers and tablet devices. Bordeaux's Pellegrin University Hospital has 16 such cameras installed in their neonatal department. The infrastructure also benefits hospital staff, who are able to see the 16 feeds in one touchscreen.
Trend Themes
1. Webcams on Hospital Equipment - Hospitals can incorporate webcams onto their equipment to allow remote monitoring, opening up new possibilities for telemedicine.
2. Efforts for Family-centered Care - Institutions can explore new ways to empower families in healthcare settings, including through technology such as webcams and remote monitoring devices.
3. Innovations in Neonatal Care - Advancements in neonatal care are continuing to evolve as seen through the development of the Hopen Project's incubator system.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare Technology - Technology solutions like the Cordon Numerique incubator system have an opportunity to improve the hospital experience for patients and their families.
2. Telemedicine - The remote monitoring capabilities of webcams on hospital equipment can support telemedicine initiatives and create new healthcare opportunities for patients.
3. Charitable Organizations - Charitable organizations like the Hopen Project and Aquitaine Destination are innovating across sectors and creating technology for social change.
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