R. Wong, D. Sharrock, S. Hickey
Halite Medical,
United States
Keywords: emergency medicine, critical care, medicine, triage, emergency services, ems, battlefield medicine, combat care, AI platform, data, machine learning, predictive analytics, mobile, patient data pathway
Summary:
Emergency & critical care generates vast amounts of patient data, yet a substantial portion is lost due to lack of data capture mechanisms and the overwhelming nature of emergency medical services (EMS). This results in incomplete and discontinuous reporting, hindering effective and timely clinical decision making. EMS transfer-of-care (TOC) forms and the prehospital patient care reports (PCR) are particularly susceptible to less-than-comprehensive reporting. The challenges of data loss and incomplete capture are significantly magnified in battlefield environments, where manual methods for recording vital signs and relying on radio communication for data transmission remain standard practice. Halite Medical's AI-powered platform is a comprehensive solution to these challenges, providing continuous data capture and reporting throughout the patient data pathway. The platform collects, stores, and displays data in real-time on mobile devices, tablets, and other displays. Patient data is transmitted to the patient’s clinical team, facilitating informed clinical decision making and timely intervention. The platform leverages machine learning to trend data and provides intuitive visualizations, allowing clinicians to quickly assess patient status without the need to search through electronic health records (EHR). The visual display employs color-coding to readily identify patients at risk of decompensation, and the platform's functionality extends to austere environments beyond traditional emergency departments. Predictive indicators are used to inform patient care by providing insights into life-threatening conditions such as shock and sepsis. These predictive insights are derived from a robust dataset based on real-life trauma care data from a Level 1 trauma center, encompassing over 60,000 patients in actual scenarios, rather than simulations. By enabling comprehensive data capture, real-time transmission, intuitive visualization, and predictive insights, Halite Medical's platform empowers clinicians to deliver more effective and efficient care in emergency and critical settings. The platform reduces the need for costly interventions, eases the burden on clinical staff, and ultimately results in improved patient outcomes.