Nicklaus Children’s Health System is committed to providing innovative, safe, and high-quality care for children. Matthew A. Love, president and CEO of the system, emphasized the importance of understanding the unique care goals and experiences of Nicklaus Children’s patients. Love highlighted the challenges of providing radiology services to children compared to adults, stressing the need for specialized solutions that cater specifically to their needs. He also emphasized the importance of making medical procedures fun and instilling confidence in children to reduce stress for both patients and their families.
Philips has partnered with Nicklaus Children’s Health System to enhance its cardiac care services with the Philips EPIQ CVx and Compact 5500CV AI-enabled ultrasound systems. These systems automate measurements and strain quantification, reducing exam times and improving accuracy. TrueVue imaging technology will assist in interpreting structural heart diseases and facilitate communication between healthcare providers, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
Jeff DiLullo, Chief Region Leader for Philips North America, emphasized the importance of creating a healthy future for every child. He highlighted Philips’ collaborative approach in developing systems tailored to pediatric patients, working with child psychologists in addition to engineers. Philips aims to support Nicklaus Children’s clinicians with pediatric coaching solutions and AI-enabled tools to improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment outcomes, giving families hope for the future.