AVONDALE, PA — The Iris AirShuttle™, an innovative patient transfer platform developed by CQ Medical, has made waves in the healthcare community following its recent feature at the Women in Innovation Award Showcase. The event honored Professor Iris Grunwald from the University of Dundee and her team at the Image Guided Therapy Research Facility (IGTRF) for their groundbreaking contributions to global healthcare. A Purple Plaque was awarded to Professor Grunwald in recognition of her team’s efforts to advance safety, efficiency, and innovation within the industry.
The Iris AirShuttle™, which was a key focus of the showcase, is designed to simplify and enhance the transfer process for patients between procedures and imaging. Its clinical evaluation, led by Professor Grunwald, confirmed its ability to greatly improve hospital workflow, reduce the physical demands on healthcare providers, and minimize risk of injury for National Health Service (NHS) staff.
“We are extremely grateful to have evaluated the Iris AirShuttle,” said Professor Grunwald. “It is a simple yet transformative solution that will make patient transfers easier, protect NHS staff, and ultimately improve hospital workflow efficiency.”
The AirShuttle is a core component of CQ Medical’s Symphony® Imaging, Treatment & Transfer Solutions, which integrates the AirShuttle platform with the AirDrive™ system. Together, these technologies allow seamless patient transfers across imaging modalities such as CT, MR (up to 3 Tesla), and angiography without the need for repositioning. This innovative system also reduces the number of clinical staff required for transfers while ensuring patient safety across various surfaces like sheet-covered pads and mattresses.
A Transformative Step Forward in Healthcare
The Iris AirShuttle™ is a testament to CQ Medical’s commitment to advancing healthcare technologies and addressing critical operational challenges in hospitals. By enhancing safety, efficiency, and workflow processes, it promises to set new standards in patient care. Looking ahead, the AirShuttle’s role in clinical settings worldwide may pave the way for broader adoption of similar innovations in the healthcare industry.
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