When a patient demonstrates signs of imminent clinical deterioration, it is essential to immediately assess and treat the patient to prevent intensive care unit transfer, cardiac arrest, or death. These tasks often include transferring the patient to other facilities with optimal capabilities.

The Need

Although many software platforms exist for hospitals and clinics, they lack useful solutions in the urgent care setting, potentially delaying lifesaving treatment or care at other facilities with superior resources. New technologies are needed to improve patients' flow within hospital systems and ensure they receive the best care possible.

The Technology

This technology describes software for prioritizing patients for hospital transfer centers. It considers the patient's current location, clinical capabilities, and acuity to facilitate rapid and efficient patient triage. The inventors have created a software prototype and demonstrated proof of concept within a clinical facility at The Ohio State University.

Commercial Applications

This invention can be used in hospitals and medical clinics to rapidly transfer patients for care.

Benefits/Advantages

The technology has the potential to improve upon existing solutions leading to fast and efficient patient transfer for optimal care. Reducing the time to treatment at the most specialized facilities can improve treatment outcomes and reduce costs.