Welcome to the Healthcare Edition of SOLiD Connections.
Technology’s impact on healthcare cannot be overstated, or come at a better time. As healthcare facilities look to implement more responsive and personalized care, improve operational efficiency, and reduce stress on doctors and staff, the enabling technologies exist. Applications such as automated scheduling and EHR management, wearable monitors for at-home patients, and AR/VR-enabled surgery are helping to vastly increase the speed, accuracy, and reach that medical facilities need to improve their bottom lines, as well as patient outcomes and satisfaction. Underneath the technology is the in-building wireless network that must reliably support the massive flow of data and communications. When done right, the network is more than an enabler of current technologies; it’s a vital connection to what’s next.
Read on to learn how.
Rise of the Smart Hospital
The smart hospital model integrates emerging applications and technologies, data-driven strategies, and patient-centric solutions to create a seamless, efficient, and patient-focused healthcare delivery ecosystem.
A key feature of an innovative hospital is its interconnectedness. Through the Internet of Things (IoT), medical devices, sensors, and equipment communicate seamlessly, enabling real-time monitoring of patients, and assets.
The growth of smart hospitals accelerates as healthcare facilities transition from traditional care models to digitally enabled, data-driven ecosystems. According to Mordor Intelligence, the global smart hospital market is projected to reach approximately $80.6 billion this year before more than doubling to $182.07 billion in 2031.
The Critical Role of Wireless Connectivity
Hospital wireless networks face intense, increasing demands driven by the proliferation of IoT medical devices, real-time data monitoring, and cloud-based Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems. High-bandwidth needs for telemedicine, imaging, and patient entertainment, alongside critical low-latency requirements for patient safety, are straining infrastructure.
To learn more, check out the blog, How Poor Connectivity Impacts Patient Outcomes
5 Reasons DAS Should be Part of Your Wireless Mix
- Superior Signal Penetration
• Low-power antenna network distributes signals evenly, eliminating “dead zones” in critical areas such as stairwells, elevators, and basements.
• Antennas are placed closer to users, bypassing the physical obstacles that often block cell signals. - Multi-Carrier, Neutral Host Support
• Supports all major cellular carriers (e.g., AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile) on a single infrastructure.
• Enables patients to connect with loved ones and online content, and care providers to better monitor and respond in order to improve outcomes and the patient experience.
• Clinicians deliver more accurate care and patient outcomes improve with mobile connectivity. - Critical Safety & Regulatory Compliance
• Supports Emergency Responder Radio Communication Systems to ensure two-way radios work throughout the building during a crisis.
• Use of licensed spectrum is less prone to the congestion and interference common to unlicensed Wi-Fi bands. - Mission-Critical Reliability
• Direct cellular link ensures dedicated bandwidth for medical apps and public access.
• Encrypted cellular data at the carrier level secures sensitive patient data better than typical Wi-Fi. - Foundation for Future Success
• DAS scales with new technology to support private 5G, network slicing, and a variety of next-gen services.
SOLiD Solutions for Any Healthcare Environment
As a leading provider of DAS for healthcare facilities, SOLiD brings more than 25 years of DAS knowledge and expertise, as well as successful deployments at some of the most respected hospitals. Our portfolio of solutions for the healthcare industry includes unified platforms for the largest facilities, support for devices and applications at the edge, and solutions designed for smaller hospitals, outpatient clinics, and satellite locations.
No matter your healthcare environment, we’ve got a SOLiD DAS solution for you.
SOLiD ALLIANCE analog DAS: Unified platform supports all major carriers/public safety frequencies on one fiber strand
- nBIU: High-capacity head end delivering 2X capability in 70% less space, ideal for medical campuses needing a compact footprint, broad frequency range
- edgeROU/edgeHUB: High-speed, low-latency active DAS remote that supports edge-based devices and applications
SOLiD BARS: Medical “Middleprise” platform for smaller and/or rural healthcare facilities
For a more in-depth look, download our DAS Solutions for Healthcare brochure.
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