Importance of Technology in Healthcare
Blog – August 22, 2022
There are many times when going to the hospital is anything but routine. A loved one becomes ill, and you take them to the hospital for treatment. Emergencies may arise from an examination. Family members, your workplace and friends must be notified. Your phone is quickly running out of power and there is no power outlet readily available. Does this sound familiar? It is so important today to stay connected and in a medical facility, furniture with built-in technology equals peace of mind.
Connected in the lobby
There is a lot of activity in a hospital lobby. If you are waiting to see a patient or, if you are the patient, to see a medical professional you appreciate a seat that is next to a connectivity module. Ear buds in and tablet power full removes a little pressure from a situation that has built in stress. A slim table with a power grommet provides connectivity and enough distance from other seats to create a bit of privacy for the working guest.
Connected in the sub wait space
Every day the need to be connected increases. In just the last 10 years smartphones and apps have transformed our lives. More and more people can work from anywhere, including the hospital lobby or doctor’s office waiting room. Many of the comfortable seating options in a wait space are placed away from walls. Being able to find a table that has a power grommet for power is a lifesaver. It is close to you, so you don’t disturb other visitors as you all wait, and work continues uninterrupted.
Connected in the patient room
Connectivity in the patient room is a lifeline to relatives and friends. When things happen unexpectedly…being connected is your ticket to communicating quickly and effectively. A common scenario in the patient room where connectivity is more than just a convenience is if the patient happens to be a child. Parents typically stay with their children. Having a way to stay connected on the chair or sleeper sofa is ideal for the worried, working and even the hungry parent who can reach out and get a relative or friend to deliver a much-needed meal.