LifeSigns, in collaboration with floLIVE and Hetrogenous, has announced the launch of its Connected Ambulance Solution LifeConnect, designed to transform emergency medical response through advanced 5GioT technology, real-time patient monitoring and seamless data transmission. This innovative solution emphasises high availability to ensure uninterrupted service during critical medical emergencies.
The Connected Ambulance Solution converts traditional ambulances ALS and BLS into mobile critical care units, equipped with cutting-edge technology that facilitates real-time patient monitoring and data streaming directly to hospital and Care Giver teams. This collaboration aims to enhance communication and data flow between ambulances and hospitals, which is vital for saving lives.
Key contributions:
- LifeSigns: Developed the LifeConnect system, which provides continuous patient monitoring during transit. Featuring biosensors and live video, LifeConnect tracks vital signs such as ECG, heart rate and oxygen saturation, enabling life-saving interventions during the critical ‘Golden Hour.’
- floLIVE: Delivers global cellular connectivity using 4G/5G technologies to ensure secure data transfer and high availability. Their multi-IMSI technology enables seamless switching between networks, preventing connectivity drops in emergency situations.
- Hetrogenous: Introduces EdgeSTAY Gateway technology that uses multiple SIMs to guarantee uninterrupted connectivity and real-time data transmission, even in low-coverage areas by rapidly switching across multiple Connectivity Bearers.
The importance of high reliability
In emergency medical response, high reliability is crucial for eliminating gaps in communication and data transfer. This solution allows paramedics to receive timely guidance and hospitals to prepare for patient arrivals, which can significantly impact patient outcomes.
Key features of the solution:
- Live video streaming: High-definition cameras provide hospitals with the ability to visually monitor patients during transit.
- Continuous vital monitoring: The system transmits key patient data continuously, ensuring constant visibility into patient health.
- 5G and IoT capability: Ensures low latency, seamless switching across connectivity networks and reliable data transfer essential for effective emergency care.
The Connected Ambulance Solution’s emphasis on high reliability and uninterrupted connectivity is poised to significantly reduce mortality rates during medical emergencies. By enabling real-time data sharing, hospitals can better prepare for incoming patients, ultimately improving healthcare outcomes, especially in underserved and rural areas.
“floLIVE recognises the transformative power of healthcare IoT solutions and their pivotal role in enhancing patient care delivery,” said Jeegar Swaly, floLIVE’s Co-founder and VP APAC & Africa. “In a field where every second counts, high availability of data is not just important—it’s essential. We are committed to providing a resilient infrastructure that ensures uninterrupted connectivity, no matter the route or location of our ambulances. Our mission is to guarantee that life-saving technologies operate seamlessly, overcoming coverage challenges to keep critical patient care flowing without interruption.”
“Capitalising on floLIVE capabilities and EdgeSTAY platform enables us to provide a resilient network element with best of data throughput and fail-over capabilities and thus accelerating Deployments for Remote Health Care,” added Vinayak Patil Kulkarni, CTO of LifeSigns, which has deployed innovative Connected Health Care Platform for hospitals across India.