Mr. Han-Wei Lee1
1Corvanta, TAS, Australia
Biography:
Han-Wei is an experienced health professional with 20+ years of industry experience, recently as the Health Incident Controller, COVID-19 Response in Tasmania. He holds a Bachelor of Nursing, a Post Graduate Diploma in Advanced Clinical Nursing (Intensive Care), a Graduate Diploma in Paramedicine, and a Diploma of Project Management.
Abstract:
In an era of connected patient care and digital transformation, the introduction of a Dual 5G-enabled ‘Smart’ ambulance can redefine patient care and emergency response.
Smart ambulances provide unprecedented levels of high bandwidth, low-latency connectivity to support smarter, safer, more efficient ambulance services.
Smart Ambulances can improve patient care through:
Real-time Data Transmission and Telemedicine:
- Transmit patient physiological data (ECGs, vital signs, ultrasounds, mobile CT images, video, and medical history) in real-time.
- Provide high-definition video clinical support to Paramedics regardless of location, meaning the patient receives the right care in the right place at the right time.
- Immediate specialist guidance enhances patient care, potentially saving lives.
Paramedic and Patient Safety:
- Video-capable duress and fatigue detection supporting a safer environment for responders and patients.
Enhanced Navigation:
- Real-time data exchange can facilitate faster responses through optimised route planning based on traffic conditions and hospital availability.
Reliability:
- Dual 5G connections maintain seamless connectivity, switching between networks if one becomes congested or unavailable.
Support for Advanced Technologies:
- g. Augmented Reality (AR) for procedures and diagnostics and IoT devices to enhance monitoring and equipment management
V2X Technology:
- Provides real-time communication with surroundings (vehicles, traffic systems, smart-city infrastructure) to optimise navigation, reduce delays and enable safer, faster patient response.
By creating a more connected and intelligent emergency response vehicle, we are setting new standards in healthcare mobility. This is a key milestone in our journey towards building a smarter, safer, and more efficient emergency medical service.