Nicklaus Children’s Health System is set to enhance its cardiac care services with the Philips EPIQ CVx and Compact 5500CV AI-enabled ultrasound systems. These systems automate measurements and strain quantification, reducing exam times and improving accuracy. TrueVue imaging technology will assist in interpreting structural heart diseases and facilitate communication between healthcare providers, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
Jeff DiLullo, Chief Region Leader for Philips North America, emphasized the importance of creating a healthy future for every child. He highlighted the collaborative approach taken by Philips in developing systems tailored to pediatric patients, working with child psychologists in addition to engineers. Philips aims to support Nicklaus Children’s clinicians with pediatric coaching solutions and AI-enabled tools to improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment outcomes, giving families hope for the future.
Matthew A. Love, president, and CEO of Nicklaus Children’s Health System shared his commitment to innovation, patient safety, and quality. He emphasized the importance of understanding the unique care goals and experiences of Nicklaus Children’s patients. Love highlighted the challenges of providing radiology services to children compared to adults, emphasizing the need for specialized solutions to cater to their specific needs. He also stressed the importance of making medical procedures fun and instilling confidence in children to reduce stress for both patients and their families.