1. SureWash was developed in 2005 at Trinity College to address the problem of poor hand hygiene compliance in hospitals which results in 100,000 deaths in the US and 140,000 in the EU annually.
2. Early prototypes were field tested with undergraduate students and at hospitals in Northern Ireland and the technology was refined based on user feedback.
3. A patent was granted and the product design transitioned to a PC platform with support from Enterprise Ireland. Further field trials showed handwashing compliance increased from 15% to 46% when using SureWash.
4. SureWash was founded in 2011 and has since gained customers in hospitals worldwide, built an evidence base through clinical studies, and partners with
Presentation on positive patient id within the Scan4Safety demonstrator site project. Includes detail of the clinical audit undertaken to prepare for scanning of wristbands
For more info talk to Enda Griffin, David Cunningham and José Silva. They are at C24 to update you on recent developments in clinical skills assessments. Regards Dr Thomas Kropmans
For pediatric and elderly patients, conditions related to impaired swallowing, and for when compliance may be difficult effective fast dissolve dose forms deliver solutions.
Presentation on positive patient id within the Scan4Safety demonstrator site project. Includes detail of the clinical audit undertaken to prepare for scanning of wristbands
For more info talk to Enda Griffin, David Cunningham and José Silva. They are at C24 to update you on recent developments in clinical skills assessments. Regards Dr Thomas Kropmans
For pediatric and elderly patients, conditions related to impaired swallowing, and for when compliance may be difficult effective fast dissolve dose forms deliver solutions.
Medical Device and Diagnostics Solutions for Every Stage of Your Product's De...Covance
Getting a medical device to the patient takes more than good technology in today's environment. Compelling evidence and convincing value proposition matter. Competing priorities and differing stakeholder definitions of value are driving the need for creative, connected strategies to get the most from each step in the development process. And - as evidence is gathered - it should be used to inform and iterate regulatory, reimbursement and clinical post-market strategies.
Presentation from OIS@ASCRS 2016
Moderator:
Elizabeth Yeu, MD
Participants:
David Chang, MD
Eric Donnenfeld, MD
Sherman Reeves, MD, MPH
Denise Visco, MD
Video Presentation:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTiBOslQYlI&list=PL1dmdBNnPTZJBhQxPOp0vdNg3s3wtN2yw&index=37
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released Clinical Trial Imaging Endpoint Process Standards guidance for clinical trials industry. Why? To standardize. To automate. To move closer to zero-delay clinical trials. Read AG Mednet's perspective on this FDA guidance.
Medical Device and Diagnostics Solutions for Every Stage of Your Product's De...Covance
Getting a medical device to the patient takes more than good technology in today's environment. Compelling evidence and convincing value proposition matter. Competing priorities and differing stakeholder definitions of value are driving the need for creative, connected strategies to get the most from each step in the development process. And - as evidence is gathered - it should be used to inform and iterate regulatory, reimbursement and clinical post-market strategies.
Presentation from OIS@ASCRS 2016
Moderator:
Elizabeth Yeu, MD
Participants:
David Chang, MD
Eric Donnenfeld, MD
Sherman Reeves, MD, MPH
Denise Visco, MD
Video Presentation:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTiBOslQYlI&list=PL1dmdBNnPTZJBhQxPOp0vdNg3s3wtN2yw&index=37
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released Clinical Trial Imaging Endpoint Process Standards guidance for clinical trials industry. Why? To standardize. To automate. To move closer to zero-delay clinical trials. Read AG Mednet's perspective on this FDA guidance.
The healthcare industry is being disrupted by technology and a shift to greater patient / individual empowerment. This represents a formidable opportunity for healthcare in Asia. What catalyst role could / should strategics play in Asia healthcare innovation and how?
By: Fiona Fitzgerald, GE Healthcare Canada
At Sherbrooke International Life Sciences Summit - 2nd edition | September 28/29/30 2015
www.sils-sherbrooke.com
Your Aging Patient Bed Tower - Top Ten Considerations When RenovatingArray Architects
To hear Adrian's presentation, follow this link: http://snack.to/b7c9ekkz
While the benefits of caring for inpatients within a private room have now been time tested, there are thousands who still receive care outside of this clinically preferred environment on a daily basis. As is often the case, the benefits may be clear, but the perceived cost of providing more private patient rooms has prevented the wholesale adoption of this basic principle throughout the United States.
Building new bed towers has been an option for systems that could afford to build new facilities. However, many systems do not have that luxury or are landlocked, at capacity and cannot expand or afford to give up beds from their license. This session will provide a roadmap for the successful renovation of patient units to accommodate all private rooms, or enhanced 2-Bed rooms that incorporate best clinical practices in a cost effective manner.
By breaking down the success factors into ten key considerations, this session will allow designers, managers, and contractors to plan and execute such projects more effectively. Case studies will be presented to demonstrate how this straightforward approach can increase the success of renovations that convert (primarily) double bedded units into single patient room units.
Pitches from the 10 finalist teams selected to compete for the £100,000 Grand Prize of the inaugural OneStart competition in 2013, hosted by the Oxbridge Biotech Roundtable and SR One.
Learn more about this year's competition: http://oxbridgebiotech.com/onestart
Tom Chestnut (NSF International): Wearable Technology - Current Applications ...AugmentedWorldExpo
A talk from the Work Track at AWE USA 2017 - the largest conference for AR+VR in Santa Clara, California May 31- June 2, 2017.
Tom Chestnut (NSF International): Wearable Technology - Current Applications in the Food Industry
In November, 2014 NSF International initiated a pilot with Google (one of their customers) to explore the use of wearable technology as a means to create both a more interactive and cost effective means to conduct food safety auditing. Today, NSF employs wearable technology around the globe for many applications across the food industry. The last 2 1/2 years has been a constant learning process as both the wearable hardware and supporting software has continued to evolve. This presentation will share those learnings, as well as discuss the broad range of applications that are currently in use.
http://AugmentedWorldExpo.com
The dimensions of healthcare quality refer to various attributes or aspects that define the standard of healthcare services. These dimensions are used to evaluate, measure, and improve the quality of care provided to patients. A comprehensive understanding of these dimensions ensures that healthcare systems can address various aspects of patient care effectively and holistically. Dimensions of Healthcare Quality and Performance of care include the following; Appropriateness, Availability, Competence, Continuity, Effectiveness, Efficiency, Efficacy, Prevention, Respect and Care, Safety as well as Timeliness.
ICH Guidelines for Pharmacovigilance.pdfNEHA GUPTA
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Navigating Challenges: Mental Health, Legislation, and the Prison System in B...Guillermo Rivera
This conference will delve into the intricate intersections between mental health, legal frameworks, and the prison system in Bolivia. It aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current challenges faced by mental health professionals working within the legislative and correctional landscapes. Topics of discussion will include the prevalence and impact of mental health issues among the incarcerated population, the effectiveness of existing mental health policies and legislation, and potential reforms to enhance the mental health support system within prisons.
Leading the Way in Nephrology: Dr. David Greene's Work with Stem Cells for Ki...Dr. David Greene Arizona
As we watch Dr. Greene's continued efforts and research in Arizona, it's clear that stem cell therapy holds a promising key to unlocking new doors in the treatment of kidney disease. With each study and trial, we step closer to a world where kidney disease is no longer a life sentence but a treatable condition, thanks to pioneers like Dr. David Greene.
Antibiotic Stewardship by Anushri Srivastava.pptxAnushriSrivastav
Stewardship is the act of taking good care of something.
Antimicrobial stewardship is a coordinated program that promotes the appropriate use of antimicrobials (including antibiotics), improves patient outcomes, reduces microbial resistance, and decreases the spread of infections caused by multidrug-resistant organisms.
WHO launched the Global Antimicrobial Resistance and Use Surveillance System (GLASS) in 2015 to fill knowledge gaps and inform strategies at all levels.
ACCORDING TO apic.org,
Antimicrobial stewardship is a coordinated program that promotes the appropriate use of antimicrobials (including antibiotics), improves patient outcomes, reduces microbial resistance, and decreases the spread of infections caused by multidrug-resistant organisms.
ACCORDING TO pewtrusts.org,
Antibiotic stewardship refers to efforts in doctors’ offices, hospitals, long term care facilities, and other health care settings to ensure that antibiotics are used only when necessary and appropriate
According to WHO,
Antimicrobial stewardship is a systematic approach to educate and support health care professionals to follow evidence-based guidelines for prescribing and administering antimicrobials
In 1996, John McGowan and Dale Gerding first applied the term antimicrobial stewardship, where they suggested a causal association between antimicrobial agent use and resistance. They also focused on the urgency of large-scale controlled trials of antimicrobial-use regulation employing sophisticated epidemiologic methods, molecular typing, and precise resistance mechanism analysis.
Antimicrobial Stewardship(AMS) refers to the optimal selection, dosing, and duration of antimicrobial treatment resulting in the best clinical outcome with minimal side effects to the patients and minimal impact on subsequent resistance.
According to the 2019 report, in the US, more than 2.8 million antibiotic-resistant infections occur each year, and more than 35000 people die. In addition to this, it also mentioned that 223,900 cases of Clostridoides difficile occurred in 2017, of which 12800 people died. The report did not include viruses or parasites
VISION
Being proactive
Supporting optimal animal and human health
Exploring ways to reduce overall use of antimicrobials
Using the drugs that prevent and treat disease by killing microscopic organisms in a responsible way
GOAL
to prevent the generation and spread of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Doing so will preserve the effectiveness of these drugs in animals and humans for years to come.
being to preserve human and animal health and the effectiveness of antimicrobial medications.
to implement a multidisciplinary approach in assembling a stewardship team to include an infectious disease physician, a clinical pharmacist with infectious diseases training, infection preventionist, and a close collaboration with the staff in the clinical microbiology laboratory
to prevent antimicrobial overuse, misuse and abuse.
to minimize the developme
The Importance of Community Nursing Care.pdfAD Healthcare
NDIS and Community 24/7 Nursing Care is a specific type of support that may be provided under the NDIS for individuals with complex medical needs who require ongoing nursing care in a community setting, such as their home or a supported accommodation facility.
Empowering ACOs: Leveraging Quality Management Tools for MIPS and BeyondHealth Catalyst
Join us as we delve into the crucial realm of quality reporting for MSSP (Medicare Shared Savings Program) Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs).
In this session, we will explore how a robust quality management solution can empower your organization to meet regulatory requirements and improve processes for MIPS reporting and internal quality programs. Learn how our MeasureAble application enables compliance and fosters continuous improvement.
Telehealth Psychology Building Trust with Clients.pptxThe Harvest Clinic
Telehealth psychology is a digital approach that offers psychological services and mental health care to clients remotely, using technologies like video conferencing, phone calls, text messaging, and mobile apps for communication.
Explore our infographic on 'Essential Metrics for Palliative Care Management' which highlights key performance indicators crucial for enhancing the quality and efficiency of palliative care services.
This visual guide breaks down important metrics across four categories: Patient-Centered Metrics, Care Efficiency Metrics, Quality of Life Metrics, and Staff Metrics. Each section is designed to help healthcare professionals monitor and improve care delivery for patients facing serious illnesses. Understand how to implement these metrics in your palliative care practices for better outcomes and higher satisfaction levels.
Health Education on prevention of hypertensionRadhika kulvi
Hypertension is a chronic condition of concern due to its role in the causation of coronary heart diseases. Hypertension is a worldwide epidemic and important risk factor for coronary artery disease, stroke and renal diseases. Blood pressure is the force exerted by the blood against the walls of the blood vessels and is sufficient to maintain tissue perfusion during activity and rest. Hypertension is sustained elevation of BP. In adults, HTN exists when systolic blood pressure is equal to or greater than 140mmHg or diastolic BP is equal to or greater than 90mmHg. The
3. SureWash
• Research Problem
– Very fast motions, partially
hidden, different backgrounds
• Prototype in Trinity College
– Gerry Lacey and David Llorca
• Market Opportunity
– Food & Health
• TCD Patent Application
4. The Problem in Hospitals
DEATHS
100,000 people in US & 140,000 in EU
COSTS
USA $7 Billion & EU $6.5 Billion
5. Development and Field testing
• Undergraduate guinea pigs
– Chocolate as bribes
• EARLY FIELD TESTING taught us lots!
– HSE and NHS in Northern Ireland
– Differences in technique
– The WHO approach
• Results of Technology Development
– Vision system & GUI progressed well
8. Moving toward Commercial 2009
• Enterprise Ireland Comm+
support
– Product design on PC platform
– Commercial mentor
– Developed SureWash brand
– Improve Reliability
• Further development & field
trials
– Beaumont Hospital
9. Field Trial
• Compliance Focus
• NHS trial Broomfield Hospital
– 8 units for 6 months on a surgical ward
• Results
– Baseline results (screen turned off)
• 15% had perfect technique (240 washes)
– Screen turned improved practice
• 46% had perfect technique (3206 washes)
– 20% ignored the system completely
• Points to need for incentives for compliance
• Feedback mobile cart would be
better
10. Improve Product-Market Fit
• Technology Development
– Focus on Training
– Touch Screen interface
– Rewrite the software
– Cart based design
• Lots of testing with users
11. SureWash founded 2011
• Seasoned team focused
on Bootstrap
• Built first training cart
• First Customer
– Ann Higgins in the Mater
Private
• Support from EI and TCD
– Innovation awards
14. Kids and Families use it too!
• http://www.kfbb.com/st
ory/29097045/hand-
washing-machine-in-
great-falls-public-
elementary-schools
15. Targeting the Experts & Influencers
July 2011,
Geneva
Prof Didier Pittet, (WHO),
Dr Gerard Lacey, (SureWash),
Prof John Conly (University of Calgary)
16. Building the Evidence Base
Independent Clinical Validation
“Improved hand hygiene technique and compliance in healthcare
workers using gaming technology”,
A Higgins, MM Hannan. Journal of Hospital Infection. Feb 2013
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jhin.2013.02.004
SureWash installed ✔
17. Building the Evidence Base
Efficacy of a New Educational Tool to Improve Handrubbing Technique
amongst Healthcare Workers: A Controlled, Before-After Study
Andrew J. Stewardson , Anne Iten, Véronique Camus, Angèle Gayet-Ageron,
Darren Caulfield, Gerard Lacey, Didier Pittet
18. Building the Evidence Base
Improving hand hygiene culture using computer games
technology as part of a multi-modal campaign
Ann McQueen (HAI Patient Safety Co-ordinator)
Fiona Cameron (Head of Service Infection Prevention and Control NHS Lothian)
Chris Connolly (Clinical Nurse Manager, Emergency Department)
19. Where are we now?
• Distribution
• Major International Partners
– UK NHS Supply Chain
– Sodexo
20. Path to first product
• New type of product in nascent market
– Takes time to develop technology and market
• Healthcare adopts technology slowly
– Work with customers
• prototypes, empirical studies, thought leaders
– Keep going!
• “I’m convinced that about half of what separates the
successful entrepreneurs from the non-successful ones is
pure perseverance.” – Steve Jobs
