Philips showcases new connected innovations across the health continuum at Medic West Africa 2016 – putting patients at the center of care and making healthcare personal

Lagos, Nigeria – At this year’s biggest healthcare trade show in West Africa, Philips will reveal a portfolio of data driven radiology technologies and connected solutions across the health continuum, from healthy living to disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment. Visitors to the Philips booth and Master Classes at Medic West Africa 2016, will witness how Philips is leveraging its deep clinical expertise, data management, consumer insights as well as partnerships to help shape the future of healthcare in West Africa. The aim is to provide more predictive and more personalized care to enable people to take charge of their own health, as well as first time right diagnoses and more effective treatments.

Radiology plays an important role in helping detect and characterize disease at its earliest possible stages; assists in treatment planning and assessment; and helps in the management of overall patient care.  Designed to help shorten the time between diagnosis and treatment, Philips’ full range of radiology solutions in cardiology, oncology, and women’s health are driving cost-effective, more consistent and higher quality care across the entire hospital enterprise.

“With advancements in data driven digital health technology, radiology has the power to significantly impact the way care is delivered, as it plays a critical role in the majority of healthcare decisions,” said  Ime Umo, CEO, Philips West Africa. “By integrating advanced diagnostic imaging technologies with specialized informatics, Philips is helping its customers to enhance the diagnostic process, facilitate seamless collaboration and improve workflow efficiencies – all for the enhancement of patient care.”

To demonstrate their vision and commitment to connected innovations across the health continuum, Philips is introducing new technologies to the West African healthcare market at the show. These new technologies includes but not limited to the followings:

The V680 ventilator includes a number of advanced technologies designed to simplify use, support uninterrupted invasive or noninvasive ventilation, and help reduce the incidence of unwanted pressure spikes. Unlike other systems that stop ventilating during expiratory limb occlusion or flow sensor failure, the V680 switches to Emergency Ventilation Mode, and sounds a high-priority alarm. In this mode, the same oxygen and ventilation settings are maintained through the inspiratory limb, buying critical seconds or minutes for the patient until help arrives.

Philips continues to focus on driving groundbreaking connected innovations across the health continuum. Digital technologies are the enabler of such transformations in healthcare systems and Philips is determined to drive that transformation.

Medic West Africa & Philips

Medic West Africa 2016 is the biggest healthcare trade show of its kind in West Africa and takes place from 12 to 14 October 2016 in Lagos, Nigeria.  As part of its holistic approach to healthier living, Philips is providing all visitors an opportunity to take a “health break” at the Philips Juice Bar (stall M20) and sample a smoothie treat or fresh fruit juices.  

Philips Master classes

Philips will also be holding a series of master classes during the show, providing education on the latest healthcare advancements with a focus on innovations in radiology, imaging and cardiology.

·   Dr Ahmed Sultan, Ultrasound Application Specialist, Philips North East Africa, will lead the session on Advanced Echo Application for Improved Outcomes on Wednesday, 12 October from 11.30 hrs to 12.45 hrs (Seminar Room Hall 2)

·   Mabolo Paulin, Clinical Applications Specialist (MRI, CT, ISP), Philips South Africa, will conduct a training session on Interactive Imaging with IntelliSpace Portal: Focusing on Cardiac Health on Thursday, 13 October from 12.30 hrs to 13.45 hrs (Seminar Room Hall 2)

For more information on Philips’ presence at Medic West Africa 2016, follow @PhilipsNigeria for updates throughout the exhibition.